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The importance of ICT in creating digital marketing
Authors: Chomiak-Orsa Iwona , Liszczyk Konrad
Published: December 2020

The creation of digital marketing was conditioned by many experiences of using its previous forms, derived from interpersonal communication itself. The moment when society entered into interaction with new information and communication technologies forced a kind of integration of both issues, which began to create a new concept known today as digital marketing. Its key channels, including online technologies used to communicate with recipients, serve many businesses as a leading tool for promoting their own brand. The aim of the article is to illustrate the process of a marketing evolution towards its digital version through the presentation of the technologies used, as well as a step-by-step approach to online sales using methods from the borderline of ICT in image building and sales. It can be said without any doubt that marketing communication is evolving from classic solutions and interactions to its digitalized counterpart, which is mainly found in online solutions. The research method used in the article was a critical analysis of the literature and identification with the characteristics of information and communication solutions used to create digital marketing
The anthropometric criterion in the modelling of evacuation
Authors: Dahlke Grzegorz
Published: December 2020

The article presents a sample study on the use of anthropometric criteria in modelling evacuation conditions. Formal evacuation models differ in the level of detail they offer in reality mapping. The key parameter determined with their use is evacuation time. The basic data inputs in such modelling are the speed of human movement. Numerous research papers offer examples of such speeds for people of varying ages who wear various clothing (that is more or less restrictive of movements) and footwear. As opposed to movement-based and behavioural models, the models that reflect the basic evacuation parameters fail to account for the number of evacuees. Where human traffic is denser, causing congestion, it is equally essential to consider body dimensions. The article outlines analyses of the impact of changes in anthropometric dimensions in a selected building. Models are rendered using the Pathfinder software. Recommendations are offered on how to assess evacuation conditions for various building types and various occupants
The e-consumer as part of a circular economy
Authors: Lorek Paweł
Published: December 2020

The article is related to the problem of the transition of today’s economic system towards a circular economy model. This transformation is becoming a necessity due to environmental limitations. An interesting issue is the role of ICT in this matter, especially internet technologies. According to the presented analysis, these technologies do have capabilities to support consumer activities, which are consistent with the principles of a circular economy. This support can be essential for changing consumer’s attitudes and making their consumption patterns more sustainable. Nevertheless, there are some technical, social and economic barriers which may occur during this process. Literature analysis and critical analysis were used as research methods. The article concludes that, despite many barriers, the potential of internet technologies for circular economy support is very promising
Determinants of the attractiveness of telework before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Walentek Dorota
Published: December 2020

Telework, also known as remote work, is now an increasingly popular work system in Poland and around the world. However, the reasons for undertaking remote work by individual teleworkers may be different. The article contains a literature review in terms of both the explication of the concept of teleworking and the motives for undertaking it. The results of the author’s study were also presented, the aim of which was to identify the most important factors influencing the interest in teleworking among students. It was shown that the main motivating factors to work remotely are flexible working hours, the ability to work anywhere in the world and independent work organization. The study was a pilot study carried out just before the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced the introduction of remote work in many organizations that had not used teleworking so far. The intention of the author is to conduct a similar study every one to two years in order to compare the main motives for undertaking remote work before and during the pandemic, or just after its completion
Acrylic Panels Applications as Building Materials and Daylighting Devices
Authors:   Department of Architecture and Design, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan, AlQudah Rawan , Freewan Ahmed ,   Department of Architecture and Design, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan
Published: December 2020

Enormous studies have been conducted to enhance the daylighting utilization in buildings either by direct lighting techniques, lighting reflection systems, lighting transporting systems, or by light tracking systems. The current research aims at evaluating acrylic panels as a light transmitting medium and studying their possible applications to bring natural light to inner spaces due to the lack of researches on acrylic sheets. Acrylic panels utilize the total internal reflection phenomena to convey the light for long distances. The research depended on real experiments and real measurements by using physical models with real dimensions. Many design variables had been studied like thickness, length, orientations and surroundings materials. The long-term measurements showed that acrylic panels could transmit light 8 times greater than the glass sheets, and the thickness of 20 mm for the acrylic glass panel, 30 cm collector length, 20cm diffuser length, with a steel surrounding on both sides show a great potential to transmit light up to 3493.3 lux at the diffuser during the peak hours in summer. While the results of the real size daylighting chamber show that the acrylic glass could transmit light up to 580 lux during the peak hours in summer. The study showed that the number and the distribution of acrylic glass panels in the space depend on the needed illuminance task levels. Moreover, the acrylic glass panels could be easily integrated with building materials in walls and roofs.
Дослідження ефективності функціонування АСОЗ ПТЛ прийому зерна з залізничного транспорту на елеваторі «МКХП Орексім» м. Миколаїв
Authors: Кір’язов І.М. , Шестопалов С.В. , Степанов М.Т. , Хобін В.А.
Published: December 2020

У статті розглядаються результати функціонування в виробничих умовах автоматизованої системи оптимізації завантаження (АСОЗ) поточно транспортних ліній (ПТЛ) прийому зерна з залізничного транспорту на елеваторі «МКХП Орексім» у місті Миколаїв. Система призначена для формування потоку зерна одночасно  з декількох вагонів розташованих на різних коліях та стабілізації продуктивності загального потоку зерна на заданому рівні, підвищення продуктивності та виведення її на максимально досяжну з урахуванням паспортних характеристик обладнання ПТЛ, зниження енерговитрат на перевантаження, запобігання аварійних ситуацій, пов'язаних з завалами зерна в башмаках норій. АСОЗ реалізує технології Leffol & Senumac які запатентовані SE Group International. Програмне забезпечення системи інтегровано в програмне забезпечення автоматизованої системи керування технологічними процесами елеватора і дозволяє оператору задавати компоненти потоку прийнятого зерна та початкову продуктивність ПТЛ, здійснювати вибір режиму керування завантаженням ПТЛ та вибір режиму завдання продуктивності ПТЛ в поточній технологічної ситуації, контролювати функціонування АСОЗ. Результати порівняльного аналізу ефективності управління завантаженням при прийомі зерна з залізничних вагонів оператором «вручну» і з використанням автоматизованої системи оптимізації завантаження, проведені в 2020 році, показали наступне: - середній час прийому зерна з залізничних вагонів з урахуванням простоїв зменшилось на 15%; - середня продуктивність прийому зерна без урахування простоїв збільшилася на 10%. При цьому аварійних зупинок транспортного обладнання ПТЛ пов'язаних з завалами зерна на протязі виробничих випробувань та опитної експлуатації не виникало.
Приклади аналізу сталих процесів в системі автоматичного регулювання засобами MATLAB
Authors: Левінський В.М. , Левінський М.В.
Published: December 2020

Актуальність. Ідентифікація каналу контрольованих збурень залишається актуальною задачею при побудові САР, які забезпечують високу динамічну точність стабілізації регульованої змінної. Ця задача потребує крім знань з теорії випадкових процесів також і навиків застосування сучасних пакетів програм MATLAB, що забезпечують аналіз і синтез систем керування. Мета. Навести приклади застосування пакетів Signal Processing Toolbox та System Identification Toolbox в учбовій задачі ідентифікації динамічних властивостей каналу контрольованих збурень тестового об’єкту керування та виявити вплив на точність визначення параметрів моделі діапазону їх змін, а також інтенсивності та спектрального складу неконтрольованих збурень. Метод. В якості методу дослідження обрано моделювання тестового об’єкту керування в середовищі Simulink. Результати. Наведено експериментальні дані, які характеризують вплив на точність ідентифікації параметрів тестового об’єкту керування зміни його часу запізнення, а також спектрального складу неконтрольованих збурень. Висновки. При відсутності неконтрольованих збурень зміна часу запізнення тестового об’єкту керування не суттєво впливає на точність ідентифікації параметрів його моделі. Ця точність в більшій мірі залежить від інтенсивності неконтрольованих збурень, ніж від їх спектрального складу. В цілому пакети програм Signal Processing Toolbox та System Identification Toolbox можуть бути рекомендовані для підготовки спеціалістів з автоматизації виробничих процесів в отриманні навичок з аналізу сталих процесів в САР.
Light sources on the germination and initial in vitro establishment of Schomburgkia crispa Lindl., a species of the Brazilian Cerrado
Authors: Sorgato José Carlos , Mudolon Erick Dutra , Guimarães Fernando Figueiredo , Soares Jackeline Schultz , Ribeiro Luan Marlon
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT: Light is one of the factors that influence the germination and initial establishment of orchids under in vitro cultivation. This study evaluated the effect of different light sources on these stages in in vitro cultivation of Schomburgkia crispa Lindl. After sowing in an aseptic environment, we stored the cultures in a screened greenhouse (natural light) or in a growth room with the following light sources: 3,000 K yellow LED; 6,500 K white LED [1]; 6,500 K white LED [2]; or 6,500 K white fluorescent lamp (control). We assessed germination percentage and initial seedling establishment at 45 and 90 days after sowing. Light did not influence the germination of S. crispa. However, the use of 3,000 K LED provided a faster initial establishment of S. crispa when compared to the other light sources, also presenting lower seedling mortality. Thus, the light source 3,000 K LED is a potential substitute for the 6,500 K fluorescent lamps and LEDs used in growth rooms in in vitro culture laboratories.
Peach palm plantlet growth in different culture media in a temporary immersion system
Authors: Padilha João Henrique Delfrate , Steinmacher Douglas , Quoirin Marguerite
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT: Peach palm is a domesticated palm commercially important for the production of fruits and hearts of palm. Somatic embryogenesis, an effective technique for mass propagation, was successfully established for this species. Furthermore, a temporary immersion system improved plant regeneration. However, production can be further improved by understanding the peach palm’s growth dynamic and modifications of culture media. The aims of this study were to evaluate the growth of plantlets cultured in different culture media in a temporary immersion system and to correlate the results with nutrient uptake during the growth period. Somatic embryo-derived young plantlets approximately 1 cm in length were cultivated for 12 weeks in a twin flask system containing MS, Y3 or N6 salts, Morel and Wetmore vitamins and 3% sucrose, with a monthly medium refreshment. Growth was measured and mineral analysis of the plantlets was carried out after 12 weeks of culture. The Y3 and MS salts were the most appropriate for the plant growth. Number of roots was 52.52% higher and the root size was 40.42% between the N6 and MS medium and the root number in Y3 medium was 37.74% greater than in MS medium, which is important for post acclimatization survival. K and Na are important elements for peach palm. N is not required at such a high concentration as in Murashige and Skoog formulation. The Chu (N6) medium did not generate high quality plantlets, possibly due to the absence of some micronutrients, like Mo, Cu and Co.
Choice of non-linear models to determine the growth curve of meat-type quail
Authors: Ribeiro Marta Jeidjane Borges , Silva Fabyano Fonseca , Macário Maíse dos Santos , Jesus José Aparecido Santos de , Brito Claudson Oliveira , Vesco Ana Paula Del , Barbosa Leandro Teixeira
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT: The objective of this study was to compare non-linear models fitted to the growth curves of quail to determine which model best describes their growth and check the similarity between models by analyzing parameter estimates.Weight and age data of meat-type European quail (Coturnix coturnix coturnix) of three lines were used, from an experiment in a 2 × 4 factorial arrangement in a completely randomized design, consisting of two metabolizable energy levels, four crude protein levels and six replicates. The non-linear Brody, Von Bertalanffy, Richards, Logistic and Gompertz models were used. To choose the best model, the Adjusted Coefficient of Determination, Convergence Rate, Residual Mean Square, Durbin-Watson Test, Akaike Information Criterion and Bayesian Information Criterion were applied as goodness-of-fit indicators. Cluster analysis was performed to check the similarity between models based on the mean parameter estimates. Among the studied models, Richards’ was the most suitable to describe the growth curves. The Logistic and Richards models were considered similar in the analysis with no distinction of lines as well as in the analyses of Lines 1, 2 and 3.
Future strategies to improve short- and long-term outcomes of renal transplantation in dogs
Authors: Braz Larissa Ayane do Nascimento , Maia Suellen Rodrigues , Faria Luciano Alves , Alvarenga Alef Winter Oliveira , Fernandes André Luiz Sampaio , Rocha Guilherme Lages Savassi , Crivellenti Leandro Zuccolotto
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT: Transplants for cats with naturally occurring renal disease have been introduced into clinical practice, but canine renal transplantation represents a greater challenge because of the lack of a balanced immunosuppressive protocol, difficulty in selecting compatible canine kidney donors, and absence of transplantation monitoring protocols. This and other important factors will be discussed in this review to help improve short- and long-term outcomes for renal transplantation in dogs.
Correlation of maternal concentrations of plasma testosterone with fetal sex in horses
Authors: Busato Eduarda Maciel , Weiss Romildo Romualdo , Abreu Ana Claudia Machinski Rangel de , Bergstein-Galan Tácia Gomes , Marcondes Felipe Augusto Beckert , Kozicki Luiz Ernandes , Soccol Vanete Thomaz , Dornbusch Peterson Triches
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT: The objectives of this study were to evaluate the correlation of fetal sex and plasma testosterone concentrations between the 5th and 8th months of pregnancy in mares and to verify the applicability of this test to predict fetal sex. Blood samples were collected from 21 mares at 30-day intervals of between 150 and 240 days of pregnancy. Plasma testosterone was determined by radioimmunoassay and the sex of the foals confirmed at birth. The levels of maternal testosterone were higher in mares carrying female fetuses at months 5 and 8 (P < 0.05). Limit values were determined by analyzing the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) estimates: 35.5 pg/mL and 40 pg/mL for the 5th and 8th month, respectively. For the mares with plasma testosterone values equal to or above the threshold, gestation of female foals was predicted, and for those with plasma testosterone below the threshold values pregnancy of male foals was predicted. In the 5th month, the predictive values for male and female fetuses were 70% and 88.9%, respectively; the detection rates were 87.5% and 72.7%, and the total accuracy of the examination was 78.9%. In the 8th month, the predictive values for male and female fetuses were 80% and 90%, respectively; the detection rates were 88.9% and 81.8%, and the total accuracy of the examination was 85%. It was concluded that there was a correlation between fetal sex and plasma testosterone concentrations in pregnant mares. Prediction of fetal sex based on plasma concentrations of maternal testosterone can be performed in months 5 and 8 with 78.9% and 85% accuracy, respectively.
Integrated management of tough lovegrass (Eragrostis plana Nees): associating chemical control tools and plant physiology
Authors: Faleiro Eduardo Avelino , Chiapinotto Diego Martins , Lamego Fabiane Pinto , Schaedler Carlos Eduardo , Azevedo Eduardo Bohrer de
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT: The objective of the study was to evaluate the efficiency of herbicides use in the control of tough lovegrass according to the availability of solar radiation and the presence or absence of flooded. Two experiments were conducted in a completely randomized design, in a 2x2x4 and 2x2x5 factorial scheme, where factor A was equivalent to the environment (natural or reduced radiation); factor B to water condition (with a 2 cm flooded or without); and, factor C the herbicides: cyhalofop butyl (315 g ha-1), glyphosate (1080 g ha-1), cyhalofop butyl + glyphosate (315 g ha-1 + 1080 g ha-1) and control (without application) in the first experiment. In the second experiment, the herbicides used were cyhalofop butyl (315 g ha-1), glyphosate (1080 g ha-1), sethoxydim (184g ha-1), imazethapyr (106 g ha-1) and control (without application). Glyphosate efficiently controls plants of tough lovegrass with four tillers (>90%), being superior to cyhalofop, imazethapyr and sethoxydim; independently, of resource conditions. Reduction in the availability of solar radiation generates less shoot dry mass production from the weed, and improves the control only by imazethapyr and cyhalofop. In general, a flooded condition does not affect tough lovegrass control by herbicides.
Soybean productivity, stability, and adaptability through mixed model methodology
Authors: Evangelista Jeniffer Santana Pinto Coelho , Alves Rodrigo Silva , Peixoto Marco Antônio , Resende Marcos Deon Vilela de , Teodoro Paulo Eduardo , Silva Felipe Lopes da , Bhering Leonardo Lopes
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT: The genotype × environment (G×E) interaction plays an essential role in phenotypic expression and can lead to difficulties in genetic selection. Thus, the present study aimed to estimate genetic parameters and to compare different selection strategies in the context of mixed models for soybean breeding. For this, data referring to the evaluation of 30 genotypes in 10 environments, regarding the grain yield trait, were used. The variance components were estimated through restricted maximum likelihood (REML) and genotypic values were predicted through best linear unbiased prediction (BLUP). Significant effects of genotypes and G×E interaction were detected by the likelihood ratio test (LRT). Low genotypic correlation was obtained across environments, indicating complex G×E interaction. The selective accuracy was very high, indicating high reliability. Our results showed that the most productive soybean genotypes have high adaptability and stability.
IMPACT OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ON FATIGUE AND QUALITY OF LIFE OF CANCER PATIENTS
Authors: Caetano Antonio Filipe Pereira , Silva Diego Augusto Santos , Martins Priscila Custódio , Toscano José Jean de Oliveira
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT Introduction: Physical exercise has been considered an important non-pharmacological treatment for reducing tiredness, pain, low self-esteem and increases in body mass in individuals diagnosed with cancer. Objective: To verify the relationship between fatigue, quality of life and levels of physical activity in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Methods: Observational, cross-sectional study. The sample consisted of 85 adult patients undergoing cancer treatment at a university hospital. Physical activity was assessed by the IPAQ, and fatigue and quality of life by the PFS and EORTC QLQ-C30 questionnaires, respectively. Student's t and the Fisher's Exact tests were used to identify differences between active and physically inactive patients for the variables fatigue and quality. Additionally, covariance analysis (ANCOVA) was used, in which simple (outcome and exposure) and adjusted models (age, time of diagnosis and type of cancer) were tested. Results: The study included 85 cancer patients, with a mean of 51.78 years of age (±11.72). Most were female and not physically active. Patients classified as physically inactive had higher scores for “total fatigue” (p=0.01), “behavioral” (p=0.01), “affective” (p=0.02) and psychological/sensory fatigue (p=0.04), compared to the physically active patients (p=0.01). Patients classified as physically not very active presented poorer quality of life in the dimensions: “overall” quality of life (p=0.05) and “functional” (p=0.04), “appetite” (p=0.02), “insomnia” (p=0.0 2), “diarrhea” (p=0.04), “fatigue” (p=0.01), “pain” (p=0.01) and “nausea” (p=0.03), when compared to the physically active patients in both analyses; simple and adjusted. Conclusion: The practice of physical activity during treatment can be a determining factor for increasing quality of life and reducing fatigue in cancer patients, minimizing the adverse effects of chemotherapy. Level of evidence II; retrospective study.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE NATIONAL EVALUATION SYSTEM AND THE PERFORMANCE OF BRAZILIAN ROWERS
Authors: Silva Fábio Barreto Maia da , Campos Marcela Sacramento , Soares Guilherme Ribeiro , Gomes Antonio Carlos , Torres Fernando Carmelo
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT Introduction: The National Rower Evaluation System [Sistema Nacional de Avaliação do Remador] (SNAR), adopted by the Brazilian Rowing Confederation, aims to establish a national ranking, and is a prerequisite to participation in National Championships and Selective Games, in its different categories, as well as for joining the Brazilian Rowing Team. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the relationship and the prediction of the SNAR results with competitors’ times in a Brazilian Rowing Championship (CBR). Methods: The investigation involved 11 female rowers (18.00 ± 0.89 years) and 16 male rowers (18.18 ± 0.91 years), participants in a CBR, in the junior category. The research was qualitative, with content analysis of the data available on the Confederation's website. Results: In the junior female category, of the ten variables studied, three showed a correlation r≥0.50; in the junior male category, nine showed a correlation r≥0.50. The multiple linear regression equation, with all the variables studied, showed R2 = 0.86 and SEE = 5.30, in the female category; and R2 = 0.90 and SEE = 3.56, in the male category. Conclusion: Based on our results, the tests indicated by SNAR can be an important source of information, offering significant support for managers, athletes and coaching staff, for use in performance diagnosis and in particular, competition prognosis. It can also be used to adapt training schedule where necessary. Level of evidence I; Diagnostic studies-Investigation of a diagnostic test.
A phonetic study of Zootopia characters’ voices in Brazilian Portuguese dubbing: the role of stereotypes
Authors: Crochiquia Alice , Eriksson Anders , Fontes Mario A. S. , Madureira Sandra
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT This work comprises an experimental investigation approach of expressive speech that integrates methodological procedures of perceptual and acoustic analyses. As the object of this work, we have focused on voice quality and vocal dynamics. Speech samples from the four main personality-distinct characters in the animated feature film “Zootopia” dubbed by Brazilian voice actors have been analysed. Due to the expressive function of voice quality, we have posed the following question: what types of voice quality and vocal dynamics settings were used by the voice actors in the Brazilian dubbing of “Zootopia” to compose the vocal profiles of the characters? Perceptual evaluation of the 54 speech stimuli was performed using the Vocal Profile Analysis protocol (Laver & Mackenzie Beck, 2007). Acoustic measures were automatically extracted using the ExpressionEvaluator script (Barbosa, 2008) for PRAAT. The profiles for each of the four characters were composed based on the psychological traits described in the film script. The results of the acoustic analysis, the perceptual analysis of voice quality and vocal dynamics settings were correlated using the MFA (Multiple Factor Analysis) method in the R environment based on 40 variables (quantitative and qualitative) and it turned out that the speech stimuli were distributed in 6 clusters according to the variables analysed. The quantitative variables that presented the highest correlation percentage were: Standard Deviation of f0 Derivative, Standard Deviation of Spectral Tilt, f0 Median. The qualitative variables that presented the highest correlation percentage were: Lowered Larynx, Lip Rounding, Breathy Voice and Minimised Pitch Range. The research has presented evidence in favor of the symbolic use of phonic matter and contributions to the understanding of how vocal stereotypes are established.
As transformações conformes como auxílio às resoluções dos problemas de física
Authors: Fumiã Herman Fialho , Silva Saulo Luis Lima da
Published: December 2020

Quase todos os problemas relevantes na física envolvem equações diferenciais. Dentre esses, uma classe especial e muito importante de problemas envolvem equações diferenciais parciais de segunda ordem. Um bom exemplo é a equação de Laplace que é fundamental em eletrostática, dinâmica de fluidos e termodinâmica, por exemplo. Em geral, a solução da equação de Laplace não é tarefa fácil e muitos são os métodos desenvolvidos para resolvê-la. Separação de variáveis e método das imagens são bons exemplos desses métodos. Nesse trabalho, apresentaremos as transformações conformes como uma ferramenta muito útil na solução da equação de Laplace. Esse método é pouco utilizado por não ser apresentado aos estudantes em um curso regular de exatas, tal omissão é ainda mais acentuada nos cursos de licenciatura. Nosso objetivo é ajudar a sanar essa lacuna apresentando um texto didático, introdutório e de fácil compreensão ao público interessado.
Outcomes and interventions in the elderly with and without cognitive impairment: a longitudinal study
Authors: Silva Anne Caroline Soares da , Ansai Juliana Hotta , Cezar Natália Oiring de Castro , Carvalho Vale Francisco Assis , Santos Julimara Gomes dos , Andrade Larissa Pires de
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT. Background: Clinical follow-up studies are necessary for a better understanding of the evolution of cognitive impairment as well as the development of better assessment and intervention tools. Objective: To investigate whether older people with preserved cognition (PC), mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and mild Alzheimer's disease (AD) show differences in clinical outcomes and interventions after a 32-month period. Methods: One hundred twenty-four community-dwelling older people were included and classified in one of three groups (PC, MCI and mild AD). Information on clinical outcomes (deaths, new diagnoses, falls, need for assistance or changes in routine and hospitalizations) and interventions (increased use of medication, physiotherapeutic intervention, practice of physical exercise, etc.) in the 32-month period were collected by telephone or during a home visit on a single day. Results: Ninety-five participants (35 with PC, 33 with MCI and 27 with AD) were reevaluated after 32 months. The need for assistance/changes in routine was significantly higher in the AD group, especially with regard to basic activities of daily living. Unlike the other groups, the PC group did not show “other diagnoses” (urinary incontinence, prolapse, change in vision or autoimmune disease). No significant differences were found regarding other variables. Conclusions: Older people with and without cognitive impairment exhibited differences in some clinical outcomes after 32 months, such as need for assistance or changes in their routine and new diagnoses of specific diseases. Therefore, the multidimensionality of geriatric patients should be considered when planning assessments and interventions.
Computerized attention training for visually impaired older adults with dementia: a case study
Authors: Kuo Michael Chih Chien , Fong Tsz Yang , Fung Cheuk Wing , Pang Chi To , So Lok Man , Tse Ka Ki , Chiu Armstrong Tat San , Yeung King
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT. Dementia causes disorders in multiple higher cortical functions. Visual impairment could further impact cognition in those with dementia. This study reports the results of a computerized attention training program in a patient with dementia and visual impairment. The case involves a 98-year-old woman with bilateral maculopathy and moderate dementia. The program consisted of pre- and post-assessments and training sessions. Assessments included the Cantonese version of the Mini-Mental State Examination, the digit span forward test, the Chinese version of the Verbal Learning Test (CVVLT), and the Test of Attentional Performance (TAP). Training sessions were conducted once to twice a week for a total of 8 45-minute sessions. The participant showed a decrease in the CVVLT score and improvements in TAP parameters. The results indicated that, in visually impaired older adults with dementia, attention and processing speed (measured by a sensitive test such as TAP) could potentially be improved with appropriate computerized training.
ESTRATÉGIAS DE APRENDIZAGEM DE LÉXICO: COMO ESTAS VARIAM SEGUNDO O SEXO E A IDADE?
Authors: Dias Sofia Oliveira
Published: December 2020

RESUMO: Ao longo do processo de ensino-aprendizagem de uma língua estrangeira (LE) espera-se que o aluno adquira e desenvolva as suas competências linguísticas com o fim de aprender a comunicar. Nesse processo, o léxico é um dos elementos fundamentais de aprendizagem pelo fato de ser a base do ato comunicativo, sem o qual não há comunicação. No desenvolvimento da competência lexical, os falantes recorrem, consciente ou inconscientemente, a uma série de estratégias de aprendizagem com o propósito de promover positivamente o seu conhecimento lexical. Com o objetivo de conhecer como os alunos de português como língua estrangeira, cuja língua materna é o espanhol, aprendem palavras, que estratégias usam e que fatores dificultam a sua aprendizagem, realizamos, em contexto de aula, um questionário que serviu de reflexão sobre o tema. O tratamento dos dados permitiu conhecer as estratégias mais usadas pelos alunos de três Escolas Oficiais de Idiomas e comprovar as diferenças existentes entre homens e mulheres relativamente às estratégias usadas na aprendizagem do léxico e se essa seleção sofre variações significativas segundo a idade dos informantes.
40 anos: o que a Psicologia tem produzido enquanto ciência e profissão?
Authors: Guareschi Neuza Maria de Fátima , Galeano Giovana Barbieri , Bicalho Pedro Paulo Gastalho de
Published: December 2020

Resumo Este artigo, por ocasião do 40º aniversário da revista Psicologia: Ciência e Profissão, visa apresentar e discutir as mudanças políticas e sociais brasileiras que exigiram alterações na produção de conhecimento e práticas em Psicologia. A revista publica, agora na modalidade fluxo contínuo, textos originais de relevância científica e social, sob uma perspectiva crítica em relação aos processos políticos da ciência e da profissão e aos direitos humanos. Constitui-se, portanto, como periódico que abrange todas as áreas da Psicologia, que envolvem desde o desenvolvimento de conceitos até a prática profissional. Foram realizadas pesquisa, leitura e análise de 866 artigos, publicados de 2005 a 2018, e organizados em 19 categorias. A tendência das publicações permite visualizar não só diversidades nas identidades culturais e sociais, mas também apresenta o movimento da produção do conhecimento da Psicologia por meio da abertura, da expansão e da criação de formas de vida.
Gênero e Sexualidade: Análise das Publicações na Revista Psicologia: Ciência e Profissão (1995-2019)
Authors: Pizzinato Adolfo , Almeida-Segundo Damião Soares de , Uziel Anna Paula
Published: December 2020

Resumo O presente estudo buscou analisar as publicações na temática de gênero e sexualidade da revista Psicologia: Ciência e Profissão. Foi realizada busca por meio da ferramenta de pesquisa da própria revista utilizando os termos “gênero” ou “sexualidade”. O banco final incluído na análise foi constituído por 70 artigos publicados entre 1995 e 2019. Foram feitas classificação hierárquica descendente e análise de similitude com o corpus formado pelos resumos dos artigos por meio do software Iramuteq. Analisaram-se 340 segmentos de texto, em que se reteve 81,76% do total 278 UCEs), gerando cinco classes: Sexualidade e desenvolvimento, Estudos de intervenção, Perspectivas críticas da diversidade, Violência contra as mulheres e Pesquisas empíricas. Percebeu-se a formação de dois eixos temáticos das pesquisas em diferentes momentos, um voltado às discussões sobre gênero e diversidade sexual e outro relacionado com uma perspectiva de disparidades de gênero e sexismo. Ambos foram influenciados pelas determinações legais no período, como leis e decisões judiciais. Tais posicionamentos jurídico-legais foram importantes para consolidar avanços nas políticas de igualdade e implicaram o campo de saberes e fazeres da Psicologia, que, por sua vez, tensiona esses debates na sociedade brasileira.
Covid-19: Luto, Morte e a Sustentação do Laço Social
Authors: Bianco Anna Carolina Lo , Costa-Moura Fernanda
Published: December 2020

Resumo Partindo de breve contextualização da precariedade dos serviços de saúde no momento em que a Covid-19 abalroa o país, o artigo situa as condições de desamparo em que se encontra o sujeito para enfrentar a pandemia. Reconhece aí as condições para que estejamos enfrentando uma situação traumática que remete aos recursos da psicanálise para encaminhar uma forma de lidar com a situação. Recorre em seguida à conceituação psicanalítica de luto e morte identificando-os como experiências coletivas, que deveriam sustentar o pacto social e dar condições para a vida em sociedade, com suas expressões singulares. Examina as atitudes para com a morte, ao longo do último século, identificando a indiferença como uma das atitudes que ataca o referido pacto. Segue estabelecendo a importância do trabalho de luto como reverência feita à morte quando ela não é desmentida pela sociedade ou quando não se encontra nesta a atitude de indiferença para com ela. Conclui retornando ao trabalho do sujeito a partir do trauma surgido do encontro com o real da morte. Trata-se agora para este sujeito de se responsabilizar pelos enfrentamentos necessários que terão ocorrido e se impuseram a ele com a pandemia.
Covid-19 e os Desafios Postos à Atuação Profissional em Psicologia Organizacional e do Trabalho: uma Análise de Experiências de Psicólogos Gestores
Authors: Peixoto Adriano de Lemos Alves , Vasconcelos Eveli Freire de , Bentivi Daiane Rose Cunha
Published: December 2020

Resumo A pandemia da Covid-19 afetou de forma significativa o modo como nos relacionamos com o mundo ao nosso redor, demandando um conjunto novo de comportamentos, conhecimentos e habilidades que nos habilitem lidar com essa situação. A psicologia, enquanto ciência e profissão, está em posição de contribuir de maneira decisiva com a sociedade para que possamos enfrentar esse desafio. Entretanto, ainda precisamos conhecer um pouco mais sobre como o psicólogo organizacional e do trabalho lida com esse tipo de situação. Desenvolvemos um estudo de casos múltiplos, analisando a experiência de três psicólogos que ocupam o cargo de gestores de recursos humanos em diferentes organizações de trabalho. Os dados foram coletados a partir do uso de diários e entrevistas qualitativas. Tomamos como base o referencial de transição de Schlossberg (1984), que se volta à compreensão de processos adaptativos em situações de mudança, a fim de analisar a forma como esses profissionais estão lidando como este momento de crise. Foi possível identificar os principais gatilhos que dão início ao processo de transição, bem como alguns dos recursos usados pelos profissionais de psicologia organizacional e do trabalho (POT) para melhor lidar com a situação. Essa abordagem permitiu perceber que, ao longo do período estudado, os profissionais enfrentaram diferentes transições e que a interação entre recursos pessoais e organizacionais é capaz de estabelecer um maior controle sobre o processo. Os achados sugerem que, em situação de crise, a busca por conhecimentos científicos é uma das principais estratégias usadas pelos psicólogos de POT, reforçando o duplo estatuto de ciência e profissão de nossa área.
Rôle du dialogue et de la co-construction du discours dans l’acquisition de la morphosyntaxe: un processus interactionnel et dialogique
Authors: Bertin Tiphanie , Masson Caroline
Published: December 2020

RÉSUMÉ Cet article a pour objectif d’illustrer les apports, pour la description de l’acquisition des aspects morphosyntaxiques, d’une approche croisant une perspective “linguistique de l’acquisition” avec la perspective dialogique élaborée à partir des travaux de Bakhtine. La première approche décrit l’interaction comme étant le principal vecteur des processus d’acquisition de la structuration syntaxique, avec une attention particulière portée aux phénomènes d’adaptation de l’adulte aux essais de l’enfant, et aux reprises faites par celui-ci. En parallèle, une approche dialogique de l’acquisition se focalise sur la façon dont la co-construction du discours par les deux interlocuteurs amène l’enfant à mobiliser et acquérir des compétences linguistiques pour partager et construire les significations qui font l’objet du discours. Nos analyses portent sur des séquences conversationnelles entre adultes et enfants âgés de 2 à 4 ans, tout-venant et atypique. Elles illustrent comment le dialogue et ses phénomènes inter-discursifs, combinés aux mécanismes interactionnels de la reprise, sont constituants des processus d’acquisition langagière.
Mães de crianças que necessitam de cuidados contínuos e complexos: fatores associados ao apoio social
Authors: Baldini Paula Rossi , Lima Bruna Josiane de , Pina Juliana Coelho , Okido Aline Cristiane Cavicchioli
Published: December 2020

Resumo Objetivo analisar os fatores associados ao apoio social às mães de crianças que necessitam de cuidados contínuos e complexos. Método estudo observacional, analítico e transversal, de abordagem quantitativa. A coleta de dados ocorreu nos ambulatórios de um hospital pediátrico localizado no interior do estado de São Paulo. Participaram do estudo 36 mães, que responderam a um instrumento de caracterização e ao Medical Outcomes Study- Social Support Survey. Para análise estatística foram utilizados os testes Mann-Whitney, Kruskal-Wallis e Correlação de Spearman. Seguiram-se os preceitos éticos de pesquisas que envolvem seres humanos. Resultados o apoio social afetivo, material e de interação social apresentaram escores satisfatórios (acima de 80 pontos). Os escores das dimensões informação e emocional foram 78,06 e 78,33, respectivamente. A variável idade materna apresentou correlação negativa com o apoio social emocional (0,040) e de informação (0,009). Conclusão e implicações para a prática as mães, em especial as mais velhas, recebem menos apoio de pessoas que possam lhe orientar e dar conselhos, bem como de alguém de confiança para falar sobre seus problemas. Tal resultado pode subsidiar o planejamento de estratégias de intervenção com famílias, a fim de fortalecer o apoio social.
Influência de estímulos de fala na identificação perceptivo-auditiva da hipernasalidade em indivíduos com fissura labiopalatina
Authors: Marino Viviane Cristina de Castro , Dutka Jeniffer de Cássia Rillo , Manicardi Flora Taube , Gifalli Giovana , Silva Patrick Pedreira , Pegoraro-Krook Maria Inês
Published: December 2020

RESUMO Objetivo Investigar a influência de estímulos de fala distintos na identificação perceptivo-auditiva da hipernasalidade em indivíduos com fissura labiopalatina operada (FLP). Método Foram editadas amostras de fala gravadas em áudio de 80 indivíduos com FLP unilateral operada, de ambos os sexos, com idades entre 9 e 17 anos (média=12 anos e 7 meses). As amostras foram gravadas durante a produção de 9 estímulos de fala distintos: contagem de números e conjuntos de frase orais, sendo 1 constituído por consoantes de baixa pressão e 7 constituídos por consoantes de alta pressão. Três fonoaudiólogas identificaram a presença ou ausência da hipernasalidade ao analisarem 864 gravações (80 indivíduos X 9 estímulos + 144 gravações repetidas para análise de concordância intra-avaliador). Os índices de concordância intra e interavaliadores foram estabelecidos para todos os 9 estímulos de fala e comparados entre si por meio do Teste Z, com nível de significância de 5%, com maiores índices de concordância interpretados como melhores estímulos para identificação da hipernasalidade. Resultados Índices de concordância intra-avaliadores de estímulos de fala vozeados foram significativamente menores do que outros estímulos. Índices de concordância entre os pares de fonoaudiólogas variaram de 0,11 (concordância estímulos plosivos vozeados) a 0,57 (12 frases, uma com cada consoante de alta pressão), com média de 0,47 entre as três avaliadoras, indicando concordância moderada para identificação da hipernasalidade. Conclusão Gravações de fala obtidas durante a produção de estímulos mais longos, incluindo 12 frases, uma com cada consoante de pressão, podem favorecer a concordância interavaliador na identificação da hipernasalidade.
Dogmática jurídica encarnada: a disputa interpretativa em torno das medidas protetivas de urgência e suas consequências para a vida das mulheres
Authors: Machado Marta R. de Assis , Guaranha Olívia Landi C.
Published: December 2020

Resumo O texto retrata as disputas interpretativas em torno da “natureza jurídica” das medidas protetivas de urgência da Lei Maria da Penha, que se dão na doutrina e nos tribunais. Ao privilegiar o ponto de vista das mulheres na interpretação do direito, chama a atenção para o fato de que uma disputa interpretativa aparentemente anódina de taxonomia conceitual esconde consequências cruciais para a vida e segurança das mulheres. Por meio de entrevistas com atrizes do sistema de justiça e da rede de atendimento às mulheres vítimas de violência, mostra como as interpretações que veem as medidas protetivas como acessórias ao processo impõem ônus injustificado às mulheres para que tenham acesso a um direito conquistado. Além de deixá-las desprotegidas, submetem-nas a procedimentos revitimizadores, limitam as suas alternativas de apoio e suprimem seu espaço de escolha.
MALNUTRITION IN CIRRHOSIS: ASSOCIATION WITH ETIOLOGY AND HEPATOCELLULAR DYSFUNCTION
Authors: OLIVEIRA Kalinca S , OLIVEIRA Luana Reis , FERNANDES Sabrina A , CORAL Gabriela P
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The protein-energy malnutrition alters the prognosis of patients with cirrhosis. Its prevalence may vary according to the etiology of liver disease, it´s severity and the evaluation of the method applied. The infection by the hepatitis C virus (HCV) and alcoholism are the main etiologies of cirrhosis and result in a significant morbidity and mortality. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the nutritional status of patients with cirrhosis according the liver disease etiology and severity. METHODS: It is a prospective study, in which the sample was for convenience and consisted of patients with cirrhosis, infected by HCV or alcoholic etiology. The nutritional status evaluation was carried out through anthropometry, food consumption, bioelectrical impedance (BIA) and subjective global assessment (SGA). The anthropometric data evaluated were weight, height, body mass index (BMI), triceps skinfold (TSF), circumference of the arm (CA), non-dominant handshake strength (FAM) and the adductor pollicis muscle thickness (APM). Patients were classified according to the severity of liver disease, using the Child-Pugh and Model for End-stage Liver Diseases (MELD) scores. RESULTS: Ninety patients with cirrhosis were evaluated, 47 with HCV and 43 with alcoholic etiology. The prevalence of protein-calorie malnutrition ranged from 10.9% to 54.3% in the HCV group and from 4.7% to 20.9% in the alcoholic group, depending on the method used for evaluation. The group with HCV infection presented a higher malnutrition prevalence in comparison to the alcoholic in the following evaluations: TSF (P<0.001), phase angle (PA) (P=0.016) and SGA (P=0.010). PA values were lower in patients with viral cirrhosis (5.68±1.05) when compared to those with alcoholic etiology (6.61±2.31) (P=0.016). When all patients were analyzed, regardless of etiology, an inversely correlation was observed among Child-Pugh score and PA values (P=0.018). CONCLUSION: HCV cirrhosis showed worse nutritional parameters in comparison to alcoholic etiology; however, the PA was associated with worse liver function in both etiologies.
PROXIMAL SERRATED POLYP DETECTION RATE: A COMPLEMENTARY QUALITY INDICATOR FOR ADENOMA DETECTION RATE?
Authors: LEITE Fernando Antônio Vieira , ROCHA Luiz Cláudio Miranda , SILVA Rodrigo Roda Rodrigues , VILELA Eduardo Garcia , ALBERTI Luiz Ronaldo , MADUREIRA Camila Marque
Published: December 2020

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The effectiveness of colonoscopy for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening depends on quality indicators, which adenoma detection rate (ADR) being the most important. Proximal serrated polyp detection rate (pSPDR) has been studied as a potential quality indicator for colonoscopy. OBJECTIVE: The aim is to analyze and compare the difference in ADR and pSPDR between patients undergoing screening colonoscopy and an unselected population with other indications for colonoscopy, including surveillance and diagnosis. METHODS: This is a historical cohort of patients who underwent colonoscopy in the digestive endoscopy service of a tertiary hospital. Out of 1554 colonoscopies performed, 573 patients were excluded. The remaining 981 patients were divided into two groups: patients undergoing screening colonoscopy (n=428; 43.6%); patients with other indications including surveillance and diagnosis (n=553; 56.4%). RESULTS: Adenoma detection rate of the group with other indications (50.6%) was higher than that of the screening group (44.6%; P=0.03). In regarding pSPDR, there was no difference between pSPDR in both groups (screening 13.6%; other indications 13.7%; P=0.931). There was no significant difference in the mean age (P=0.259) or in the proportion of men and women (P=0.211) between both groups. CONCLUSION: Proximal serrated polyp detection rate showed an insignificant difference between groups with different indications and could be used as a complementary indicator to adenoma detection rate. This could benefit colonoscopists with low colonoscopy volume or low volume of screening colonoscopies.