bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
TSN-Based Zonal Architecture for Digital Backbone
Authors:   GE Aerospace Research, Jabbar Abdul , Janakaraj Prabhu
Published: August 2024

Modern aircraft have an established need for a high-performance, open standards solution to interconnect increasing number of digital components including sensors, actuators, controllers, processors, displays and data concentrators. The aircraft can be envisioned as a distributed system requiring highly available, reliable, and deterministic communication network - often termed as digital backbone - for safe operation. This paper introduces a new zonal architecture for aerospace onboard networks using Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN). TSN is an open standard based deterministic Ethernet solution for mission and safety critical networks in aerospace industry that truly meets the Modular Open Standards Approach (MOSA) requirements. This paper also presents a reference implementation of the proposed digital backbone architecture using commercial-off-the-shelf hardware from multiple vendors. Experimental data from laboratory evaluation shows stability, performance, and reliability that meets or exceeds the needs of aerospace use cases. The proposed next generation digital backbone provides significant size, weight, and power savings as well as enables hardware and software modularity using open standards. A specific use case of such a digital backbone is the US Army's Future Vertical Lift (FVL) program, but the proposed architecture is generally applicable to all aircraft networks.
A Mission Systems Flying Testbed to enable rapid evaluation of innovative technologies and integration approaches against Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) objectives
Authors:   GTRI, Farr Ashton ,   DEVCOM AvMC, Wigginton Scott , Ibere Ayende , Al-Husseini Mohammad
Published: August 2024

U.S. Army Combat Capability Development Command Aviation and Missile Center (DEVCOM AvMC) and Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) developed the Mission Systems Flying Testbed (MSFTB) to enable rapid evaluation of innovative technologies and integration approaches against Modular Open System Approach (MOSA) objectives. The MSFTB is a flight test capability to evaluate and demonstrate integration of mission systems to inform Army stakeholders on satisfaction of Modular Open System goals for the Army Aviation enterprise, Future Vertical Lift family of systems, and enduring aviation platforms.
Effects of opioid-sparing general anesthesia on postoperative nausea and vomiting in laparoscopic gynecological surgery
Authors: Nam Sun Woo , Do Sang-Hwan , Hwang Jung-Won , Park Insun , Hwang Insung , Na Hyo-Seok
Published: August 2024

Background: In this study, we aimed to investigate whether opioid-sparing anesthesia (OSA) reduces postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) in patients undergoing laparoscopic gynecological surgery.Methods: Adult patients undergoing elective laparoscopic gynecological surgery were randomly assigned to either the opioid-using anesthesia (OUA) or the OSA groups. In the OUA group, remifentanil was administered as an opioid during general anesthesia. In the OSA group, apart from a single dose of 5 μg/kg of alfentanil for tracheal intubation, no other opioids were used. In both groups, a multimodal intravenous non-opioid analgesic regimen was used preferentially in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). The primary outcome was the incidence of PONV, assessed by symptoms until the postoperative day 1.Results: A total of 120 patients were included in this study. The incidence of nausea in the PACU was significantly lower in the OSA group compared to in the OUA group (31.7% in the OSA group vs. 51.7% in the OUA group, P = 0.026). Pain scores and the incidence of opioid analgesic administration were lower in the OSA group during PACU stay, resulting in a significantly lower number of patients requiring rescue opioid analgesics (3.3% vs. 18.3%, P = 0.008). There were no significant differences in intraoperative vital signs, hemodynamic interventions, or duration of PACU and hospital stay between the two groups.Conclusions: OSA significantly reduced postoperative nausea, pain scores, and the need for rescue analgesics in the PACU without increasing hemodynamic instability in patients undergoing laparoscopic gynecological surgery.
Evaluation of Children’s Drawings as a Measure of Dental Anxiety Before and After Oral Health Education
Authors: Bulut G , Kilinç G , Güney SE , Açikbaş EK
Published: August 2024

Background:

Drawing is an effective tool for evaluating dental anxiety and communicating with children.

Aim:

The aim of this study was to evaluate children’s drawings as a measure of dental anxiety with two different assessment methods and their possible relationship with age, gender, and previous dental visits before and after education.

Methods:

A total of 129 children aged 4-6 years old were requested to draw a picture of the dentist and dental office perception before and after a 20-minute dental education at selected Kindergartens. Drawings were evaluated according to Child Drawing: Hospital (CD: H) and Massoni methodologies.

Results:

The difference in drawing groups between before and after oral health education was found to be statistically significant which meant children had less anxiety after education (P = 0.001). A statistical difference was observed in the scores before and after the education in the group of children who had previous dental visits and those who did not (P = 0.001). Statistically significant differences were observed in both groups of children who had previous dental visits and those who did not (P = 0.002).

Conclusion:

Oral health education at younger ages is effective in overcoming dental anxiety and improving the positivity of dental perception. Drawing is a suitable assessment tool for learning about the child’s notions and feelings.
Pneumothorax as a Poor Prognostic Indicator in COVID-19 in Turkey: A Propensity Score Matching Analysis
Authors: Özgel M , Gülçek İ , Ağar M , Ulutaş H
Published: August 2024

Background:

Spontaneous pneumothorax in COVID-19 occurs infrequently but in up to 15% of patients dependent on mechanical ventilation (MV). Pneumothorax-related deaths account for 1% of all COVID-19-related deaths.

Aim:

To determine factors associated with pneumothorax in COVID-19 patients and the effect of pneumothorax on early survival.

Methods:

This was a retrospective study of 4799 COVID-19–positive hospitalized patients. The groups were homogenized using propensity score matching (PSM) in two groups comprising 67 COVID-19 patients each. The prevalence of pneumothorax was determined. Multiple logistic regression was used to determine factors associated with pneumothorax. P value < 0.05 was taken as significant.

Results:

The prevalence of pneumothorax in COVID-19 patients was 1.6%. Lung disease, comorbidities, and oxygen support, which were significantly different between the two groups before PSM, were homogenized after PSM. In a univariate analysis, symptom duration (P ˂ 0.001), neutrophilia (P ˂ 0.001), lymphopenia (P ˂ 0.001), neutrophil–lymphocyte ratio (P = 0.003), ferritin levels (P = 0.012), D-dimer levels (P = 0.011), MV support (P ˂ 0.001), antibiotherapy (P ˂ 0.001), length of hospital stay (P = 0.009), and death (P = 0.002) differed significantly between the groups. Pneumothorax had a significant negative effect on survival (32.8% vs. 59.7%, P = 0.01). In a multivariate regression model, factors associated with pneumothorax were duration of symptoms (Adjusted Odds ratio (AOR) 1.68; 95% Confidence Interval (CI): 1.26-2.25; P = 0.001), mechanical ventilation (AOR 23.92; 95% CI: 4.12-138.72; P = <0.001), dual antibiotics (AOR 8.28; 95% CI: 1.56-43.86; P = 0.013), neutrophilia (AOR: 1.08; 95% CI: 1.02-1.14; P = 0.011), and lymphopenia (AOR: 0.92; 95% CI: 0.86-0.90; P = 0.022).

Conclusion:

The presence of pneumothorax was associated with poor survival in COVID-19 patients. Patients with a prolonged time from symptom onset to treatment and those dependent on mechanical ventilation in intensive care were in the high risk group for the development of pneumothorax.
Single-visit versus multi-visit endodontic retreatment: A systematic review of outcomes in patients with secondary endodontic infection
Authors: Choudhari Sahil , Solete Pradeep , Jeevanandan Ganesh , Teja Kavalipurapu Venkata , Antony Delphine Priscilla , Ramesh Sindhu
Published: August 2024

Introduction:

Secondary endodontic infections present intricate challenges in dental practice, necessitating effective retreatment strategies. The current systematic review aimed to critically evaluate the outcomes of single-visit versus multi-visit endodontic retreatment in patients with secondary endodontic infections.

Materials and Methods:

The current systematic review was registered in the Open Science Framework database and followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses. Searches were conducted in PubMed/Medline, Scopus, and Web of Science databases for articles published until April 2023. The inclusion criteria for the current systematic review were clinical trials reporting the comparison of nonsurgical single-visit versus multiple-visit endodontic retreatments with predictive outcome. The Cochrane scale was used to assess the risk of bias.

Results:

Six studies were included in the systematic review. Four studies reported the incidence of postoperative pain, and two studies reported the periapical lesion healing after single- and multiple-visit endodontic retreatments with an 18- and 24-month follow-up. Three studies showed a low risk of bias, one study showed unclear risk of bias, and two studies showed a high risk of bias.

Conclusion:

Comparative analyses indicated that single-visit endodontic retreatment yielded comparable postoperative pain levels and healing outcomes as retreatment conducted over multiple visits. Notably, the utilization of intracanal medicaments such as calcium hydroxide and triple antibiotic paste demonstrates promise in mitigating postoperative pain subsequent to retreatment procedures.
Effect of electromagnetic radiation from cell phone on working length determination by electronic apex locator: An in vivo study
Authors: Raje Manjiri , Shetty Pradeep , Kambli Vinod , Keswani Kiran , Padwal Shraddha , Lokhande Vishwajit
Published: August 2024

Introduction:

Technical support manuals of certain electronic apex locators (EALs) have stated that electromagnetic radiation could lead to abnormal functioning of the EALs. Even so, in a dental clinic, patients often keep their cell phones on and nearby while undergoing root canal treatment. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of electromagnetic radiation from cell phone on working length determination by latest generation EAL.

Materials and Methods:

Thirty patients in need of root canal therapy for incisors, canines or premolars with one canal, and completely formed apices were selected. Determination of working length was carried out using a K-file with 5th generation apex locator (AirPex, Eighteeth). A standard cell phone device (Samsung M51) was used to evaluate the effect of electromagnetic radiation on the determination of working length. Working length was measured under the following clinical settings: no cell phone within the working area; cell phone within two feet from the EAL in standby mode and cell phone within two feet from the EAL in the active mode (Activated Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and Ringing Mode).

Statistical Analysis:

One-way analysis of variance test was used to compare three clinical settings. P value was set at 0.05.

Results:

The findings revealed no significant difference between the working length determinations among the three clinical settings of the study (P > 0.05).

Conclusion:

According to this study, using cell phones (in standby or active mode) in the vicinity of EAL does not have a significant effect on working length determination.
Combined endodontic and regenerative periodontal therapy for managing questionable mandibular anterior teeth with radicular cysts
Authors: Abdeltawab Samah Samir , Austah Obadah N.
Published: August 2024

Endodontic microsurgery (EMS) presents a great treatment option for unresolved periradicular pathologies, typically involving the removal of the apical root portion and adjacent inflamed tissues. This case report describes the management of persistent periapical lesions in the lower anterior teeth of a 32-year-old male. Root canal treatment was completed 4 years before presentation. The patient presented to the clinic with tooth mobility and mild discomfort and large radiographical periapical radiolucency. The case was diagnosed with previously treated with asymptomatic apical periodontitis. EMS was performed in conjunction with periodontal-guided tissue regeneration that includes bone graft and resorbable membrane and the teeth showed favorable resolution of the symptoms. Histopathological analysis showed the presence of a radicular cyst. After 3 years of follow-up, cone-beam computed tomography and periapical radiographs demonstrated substantial lesion regression and favorable outcome. This case report offering promising insights into the synergistic potential of combined endodontic and regenerative periodontal therapy in cases with unresolved periapical lesion with extensive bone destruction.
Tissues response and bone-forming capacity of zinc oxide–eugenol sealer following the addition of nanohydroxyapatite-tyrosine amino acid: An in vivo animal study
Authors: Al-Shamaa Rasha M. , Al-Askary Raghad A.
Published: August 2024

Introduction:

The zinc oxide–eugenol (ZOE) sealer is used till now in many private dental clinics although many sealers have been developed. The current study aimed to compare the biocompatibility and remineralizing capacity of ZOE sealer following the addition of nanohydroxyapatite-tyrosine amino acid.

Materials and Methods:

Twenty rabbits were used in this investigation, and they were divided into four groups based on the test observation period (3, 7, 21, and 28 days) following surgical implantation. General anesthesia was given for each rabbit with a subcutaneous incision of about 1 cm ± 0.5 cm made along the symphyseal area of the mandible of each rabbit. Each rabbit had four bone cavities generated in the interdental space of the lower jaw between the central and molar teeth, with one longitudinal subcutaneous incision. The ZOE sealers were mixed and directly inserted within the cavities as follows: ZOE alone on the central area of the right side of the jaw (Group A), 10% nHAp and Tyrosine mixed ZOE at the molar area (Group B), empty cavity (−ve control) located at the central area of the left side of the jaw (Group C) and 20%/nHAp and Tyrosine mixed ZOE located at the molar area on the left side of the jaw (Group D). Animals were scarified and bone biopsy samples from the tested parts were collected. Histological analysis was performed using a low-power light microscope and immunohistochemistry using runt-related transcription factor 2 (Runx2) antibody. Data were statistically analyzed utilizing the SPSS software. One-way analysis of variance was used and the post hoc test Duncan’s test was utilized to measure the significance among various groups at P ≤ 0.01.

Results:

The inflammatory process decreased over time for all experimental groups, associated with an increase in granulation tissue formation which was gradually decreasing over time to permit an increase in new blood vessels and new bone formation for all experimental groups that increased with time. Group D displayed the highest levels of new bone formation. Runx2 antibody expression declined progressively, particularly in Group D on 28 days.

Conclusion:

Superior new bone formation and biocompatible properties were demonstrated by the 20% nHAp and tyrosine mixed ZOE sealer.
Unloading and successful treatment with bioresorbable stents during percutaneous coronary intervention: A case report
Authors: Sun Tao , Zhang Ming-Xue , Zeng Yan , Ruan Li-Hua , Zhang Yi , Yang Cheng-Long , Qin Zhang , Wang Jing , Zhu Hai-Mei , Long Yun
Published: August 2024

BACKGROUND

With the development of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), the number of interventional procedures without implantation, such as bioresorbable stents (BRS) and drug-coated balloons, has increased annually. Metal drug-eluting stent unloading is one of the most common clinical complications. Comparatively, BRS detachment is more concealed and harmful, but has yet to be reported in clinical research. In this study, we report a case of BRS unloading and successful rescue.

CASE SUMMARY

This is a case of a 59-year-old male with the following medical history: “Type 2 diabetes mellitus” for 2 years, maintained with metformin extended-release tablets, 1 g PO BID; “hypertension” for 20 years, with long-term use of metoprolol sustained-release tablets, 47.5 mg PO QD; “hyperlipidemia” for 20 years, without regular medication. He was admitted to the emergency department of our hospital due to intermittent chest pain lasting 18 hours, on February 20, 2022 at 15: 35. Electrocardiogram results showed sinus rhythm, ST-segment elevation in leads I and avL, and poor R-wave progression in leads V1–3. High-sensitivity troponin I level was 4.59 ng/mL, indicating an acute high lateral wall myocardial infarction. The patient’s family requested treatment with BRS, without implantation. During PCI, the BRS became unloaded but was successfully rescued. The patient was followed up for 2 years; he had no episodes of angina pectoris and was in generally good condition.

CONCLUSION

We describe a case of a 59-year-old male experienced BRS unloading and successful rescue. By analyzing images, the causes of BRS unloading and the treatment plan are discussed to provide insights for BRS release operations. We discuss preventive measures for BRS unloading.
Efficient removal of tetracycline antibiotic by nonthermal plasma-catalysis combination process
Authors: Ouzar Amina , Goutomo Bimo Tri , Nam KiJeon , Kim Il-Kyu
Published: August 2024

This study presents an innovative approach to plasma catalysis by employing nonthermal plasma type gliding arc with various iron oxides -Fe(II), Fe(III) and Ferrate Fe(VI)- for the removal of tetracycline antibiotic (TC). The experimental results demonstrated significant improvements in degradation rates, with plasma-Fe(VI) achieving complete degradation after 15 min of treatment and the plasma-Fe(II) achieving 97.28% removal after 30 min. The effect of TC initial concentration and catalyst dose was investigated, revealing that lower TC concentration favored the degradation and shortened treatment times with even a minimum amount of catalyst doses enhancing degradation results. Higher total organic carbon (TOC) removal was achieved in the combination systems (83.01%; 82.07%; and 42.82% for plasma/Fe(VI); plasma/Fe(II); and plasma /Fe(III) respectively) compared to plasma alone barely achieved 25.67% of mineralization. Additionally, the study examined the role of various radical scavengers-targeting •OH, superoxide, and free electrons- in the degradation process. TC intermediates were also identified, degradation pathways were proposed, and the intermediates toxicity was assessed. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of organic compounds treatment using nonthermal plasma, combination with the ferrate process or other catalysts.
Pattern Avoidance in Weak Ascent Sequences
Authors: Bényi Beáta , Mansour Toufik , Ramírez José L.
Published: August 2024

In this paper, we study pattern avoidance in weak ascent sequences, giving
some results for patterns of length 3. This is an analogous study to one given
by Duncan and Steingr\'imsson (2011) for ascent sequences. More precisely, we
provide systematically the generating functions for the number of weak ascent
sequences avoiding the patterns $001, 011, 012, 021$, and $102$. Additionally,
we establish bijective connections between pattern-avoiding weak ascent
sequences and other combinatorial objects, such as compositions, upper
triangular 01-matrices, and plane trees.
Long increasing subsequences and non-algebraicity
Authors: Bona Miklos
Published: August 2024

We use a recent result of Alin Bostan to prove that the generating functions
of two infinite sequences of permutation classes are not algebraic.
Percepción de salario emocional y su relación a satisfacción en el personal de instituciones de salud
Authors: Rodríguez Leana Claudia , Rodríguez Bahena Beatriz Lizbeth , Fernández Sánchez Abigail
Published: August 2024

Según las proyecciones de la OMS-2023, se estima que para 2030 habrá un déficit de 18 millones de trabajadores sanitarios, la mayoría de ellos en países de ingresos bajos y medianos bajos. No obstante, los países de todos los niveles de desarrollo socioeconómico afrontan, en distinto, problemas relativos a la formación, el empleo, el despliegue, la retención y el desempeño de su personal sanitario. En la actualidad, la globalización y la revolución tecnológica, el sector empresarial se encuentra inmerso en lo que se conoce como entorno volatilidad, incertidumbre, complejidad y ambigüedad, donde las empresas se ven obligadas a permanecer en continuo cambio y evolución para adaptase a la complejidad del entorno. Identificar la percepción del salario emocional del personal relacionado a satisfacción en instituciones de salud pública. Como resultados se encontraron que la mujer otorga mayor significado al salario emocional, así mismo confirmaron con nivel de significancia los factores relacionados a las componentes del salario emocional.
El diseño de estructuras en Organizaciones de Salud bajo la mirada de las Teorías Organizacionales y las Teorías de la Enfermería. La Vigencia de los clásicos y clásicas
Authors: Pérez Mayo Augusto Renato , Roque Nieto Nohemí , Betanzos Díaz Norma , Hernández Jaimes Belem Gabriela
Published: August 2024

En la actualidad, las organizaciones de cualquier giro de servicios requieren de ajustes, en su diseño las organizaciones de salud, por ejemplo. la mortalidad en hospitales en México en el periodo 2020-2023 es preocupante. La tasa de mortalidad hospitalaria es un indicador que mide el número de muertes que se producen en un hospital durante un período de tiempo determinado, en relación con el número total de pacientes ingresados en ese período. En México, la tasa de mortalidad hospitalaria ha aumentado ligeramente en los últimos años, del 11.9 % en 2020 al 12.1 % en 2023. Esos datos hacen necesario que toda organización requiera de un ajuste o construcción en su diseño dotado de características como pertinencia, flexibilidad, capacidad de adaptación y una continua y interacción entre el paciente o recurso humano; que finalmente se traduzcan en salud positiva. El proceso de diseño o ajuste de la arquitectura de las organizaciones hospitalarias debe adaptarse a los procesos de salud de un individuo en su llegada, en su proceso de recuperación y su salida. La relación que existe en la construcción de espacios en los hospitales con el proceso de atención y duración de pacientes y tasa de recuperación y mortalidad de los casos recibidos en sus espacios son determinantes. La mirada con la que explicamos es la Teoría de las Organizaciones, la Teoría General de Sistemas, la Teoría de la Contingencia y la Teoría de la Contingencia Estructural de Hill, Drazin, Van de Ven, Lawrence, Lorsch, Hoskisson, Ulrich, Aalto, Mintzberg y Marsio entre otros y las teóricas de la enfermería como Nightingale, Peplau, Johnson, Neuman, Roy, Parse, Margaret Newman entre otras.
Concordancia de la percepción de la imagen y el índice de masa corporal en una cohorte de estudiantes de secundaria en el estado de Morelos
Authors: Terrazas-Meraz María Alejandra , Zúñiga-Hernández Ofmara-Yadira , Fernández-Sánchez Abigail
Published: August 2024

Los adolescentes son un sector de la población vulnerable por ser la edad en que sus decisiones definirán su salud cuando sean adultos. Estudiar cómo perciben su imagen corporal, permite identificar condiciones para la salud pública y el desarrollo de estrategias de prevención y cuidado para la salud. El objetivo fue determinar la concordancia de la evaluación nutricional a partir del índice de masa corporal y la percepción de la imagen corporal en una cohorte de adolescentes estudiantes de secundaria. Para esto, se empleó un estudio longitudinal integrado en una cohorte dinámica en el cual, la población quedó constituida por 547 estudiantes adolescentes de los tres grados de una secundaria de la localidad de Huitzilac, Morelos, México; quienes fueron ingresando en alguna de las cinco mediciones que se realizaron entre 2014 y 2018. Se realizaron análisis de concordancia con la prueba de Kappa y porcentajes de similitud con tablas de contingencia entre la evaluación de la nutrición propuesta por la OMS y la percepción conceptual y visual de la imagen corporal durante el seguimiento. Encontramos que el porcentaje de concordancia entre la evaluación de la nutrición medida con el índice de masa corporal por sexo y edad y la percepción y concepto de la imagen personal, fue menor al 50%, lo cual indica que su percepción está probablemente alterada. Tal situación puede limitar sus elecciones para mejorar el cuidado de su salud, es necesario establecer estrategias de educación que apoyen a que los adolescentes mejoren la percepción de su realidad.
Estrés académico en estudiantes universitarios de enfermería
Authors: Castillo Rábago Karla Verónica , Ortega Ceballos Paola Adanari
Published: August 2024

El estrés en los estudiantes de educación superior repercute a nivel físico, emocional y psicológico de cada uno de estos, afectando su salud y rendimiento académico. El objetivo fue analizar el nivel de estrés académico en los estudiantes de la facultad de enfermería. Se empleó un estudio cuantitativo, transversal, observacional, analítico. Participaron 124 alumnos de primero al séptimo semestre del programa de licenciatura en enfermería. Se utilizó el inventario SISCO, ya que permite identificar el estrés en estudiantes de educación superior y posgrado. El procesamiento de los datos se realizó mediante el programa Stata versión 14. El nivel de estrés en el total de la población fue moderado en un 58% y profundo en un 40%. El 95.16% manifestó momentos de preocupación durante el semestre. El sexo femenino muestra mayores niveles de estrés. Los estresores más frecuentes son los relacionados con las tareas y el tiempo. El uso de estrategias de afrontamiento es bajo. Se concluye que el estrés académico es una problemática relevante en la población estudiada; los niveles de estrés son elevados. Se evidencia el rol predictivo del sexo, se podrían implementar estrategias de afrontamiento del estrés que podrían disminuir esta situación en los estudiantes.
Análisis de la autogestión de resultados de salud y calidad de vida en adultos indígenas con diabetes: prueba piloto
Authors: Paz Morales María de los Angeles , Guzman Catalan Herminia , Cárdenas Villarreal Velia Margarita
Published: August 2024

México es considerado un país multicultural. La DT2 es una enfermedad crónica, cuyos pacientes generalmente presentan complicaciones micro y macrovasculares que requieren un tratamiento integral. En poblaciones indígenas se ha observado una transición demográfica, epidemiológica, además de un proceso de aculturación y progreso. Objetivo: Describir el análisis de la autogestión de resultados de salud (control glucémico) y calidad de vida en adultos indígenas con diabetes. Metodología: Estudio descriptivo correlacional, de corte transversal. Resultados: Con relación con datos generales, 70.6% corresponde a mujeres y el 29.4% a hombres, con una media de edad de 48.46. El 64.8 % son casados. Un 20.6% no sabe leer ni escribir. En el rol familiar 73.5% son madres de familia, 64.7 % no asiste a un programa de control de diabetes. En relación con el último valor de glucosa disponible, solo presentaron 14 de 34 participantes con una media de 144.86 con un mínimo de 103 mg/dl y un máximo de 220 mg/dl, 35.6 % se mantuvo dentro de los parámetros de acuerdo con la Norma Oficial Mexicana NOM-015-SSA2-2010. Ninguno de los adultos indígenas contaba con glucómetro para la medición de su glucosa. En cuanto a la correlación de las variables, la variable autogestión con calidad de vida no presento normalidad (Sig.=0001) esto conduce al uso de estadísticos no paramétricos, en cuanto a autogestión y control glucémico este presento significancia ya que mayor autogestión, los niveles de glucosa se mantienen bajos, el coeficiente de correlación Spearman fue igual a (-.67) con (Sig=.002) considerando una correlación altamente significativa.
Pengaruh Kompetensi, Independensi dan Pengalaman Auditor terhadap Kualitas Audit dengan Etika Auditor sebagai Variabel Moderasi
Authors: Anjani Sekar Rika Namira , Damayanti Fera , Noviarty Helisa
Published: August 2024

Auditor ability, independence, and experience are elements that can have an impact on audit quality; this study focuses on auditor ethics as moderation. Auditors working in the West Kalimantan Provincial Inspectorate Office are the subject of this study. A sample of 35 people who answered was collected by purposive sampling method. This study uses primary data through distributing questionnaires to respondents. Descriptive statistical tests, validity, reliability, normality, multicolinerity, heteroscedasticity, coefficient of determination, F, and t tests were performed on each variable using SPSS 25. The results of this study are the effect of auditor ability is not related to audit quality, independence factors and auditor experience are positively related to audit quality. And auditor ethics cannot moderate the factors of competence, independence and auditor experience on audit quality.
The Influence of Good Corporate Governance on The Company's Financial Performance
Authors: Zulfizaredo Dwi Septian
Published: August 2024

This research investigates the impact of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) on the financial performance of property companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) from 2018 to 2023. Key governance variables include the board of commissioners, board of directors, audit committee, institutional ownership, and managerial ownership. A quantitative associative method was utilized, with data collected from the annual reports of 31 property companies selected via purposive sampling. The analysis was conducted using multiple linear regression with SPSS 25 software. The study reveals that the board of commissioners, board of directors, and audit committee positively and significantly affect financial performance. Conversely, institutional and managerial ownership show a significant negative impact. These findings underscore the importance of effective governance structures in enhancing company performance. Larger boards of commissioners and directors, along with an active audit committee, contribute to better financial outcomes. However, higher levels of institutional and managerial ownership may lead to decisions that negatively affect performance. Good Corporate Governance practices significantly influence the financial performance of property companies. This research provides valuable insights for improving governance frameworks to enhance financial health in the property sector.
READING ACROSS BOUNDARIES: CULTURAL CONFLICTS AND REMEDIES
Authors: Mamba Marco Agustin
Published: August 2024

Reading, according to Butterflies et al. (2020), is a cognitive process involving the decoding of written symbols to extract or construct meaning. However, from a pragmatist perspective, this notion is outdated and insufficient. Reading is no longer merely a passive act of decoding thoughts. Instead, it should be perceived as an active and dynamic interaction between the reader and the text. A student interpretation of a text is significantly influenced by their schemata, which includes cultural background knowledge, personal experiences, and prior understanding. This perspective does not discount the crucial role of linguistic knowledge in reading comprehension. Instead, it highlights the fact that cultural knowledge is equally essential for achieving a complete and genuine understanding of the text. Linguistic and cultural knowledge are interconnected and should not be viewed in isolation. When these elements are separated, the reader fails to grasp the full significance and richness of what they are reading, resulting in an incomplete and superficial interpretation. This paper argues  that to fully comprehend a text, both linguistic and cultural contexts must be considered together, providing a holistic and meaningful reading experience for students.
 

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A RACIO-LINGUISTIC PERSPECTIVE OF LANGUAGE DISCRIMINATORY INSTANCES IN SCOTLAND
Authors: Zakariyah Moshood , Badmus-Lawal Kareemah
Published: August 2024

Racism has evolved to include not only skin colour but also linguistic discrimination, specifically targeting the use of the English language. Hence, educators and scholars have started acknowledging the language encounters of immigrants in Western society. This study intends to broaden the understanding of language discrimination experienced by immigrants in Scotland by examining the concepts of 'Linguistic strategy of resistance', 'ethnic accent bullying', and 'linguistic stereotyping'. The study uses questionnaires to elicit responses from 40 respondents and adopts a quantitative analytical approach for its analysis. Findings reveal that a significant proportion of migrants have encountered linguistic racism in many forms, including both explicit and implicit instances and in both formal and informal contexts. Some individuals can devise strategies to fight being abused or discriminated against linguistically, while others admit to allowing it to go unchallenged, resulting in psychological consequences. In conclusion, the study postulates that racism has indeed extended to the use of language, and despite the Western world's assertion of being post-racial, migrants in Scotland still face language-related discriminatory experiences daily.
 

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Evaluation of Proximate, Phytochemicals, Antioxidant Capacity, Enzymatic Inhibition, and Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Avocado Seed Meal as Potential Feed Additive
Authors: Atiba Oluwaseyi Israel , Falowo Andrew Bamidele , Oloruntola Olugbenga David , Olarotimi Olumuyiwa Joseph , Ayankoso Micheal
Published: August 2024

This study examined the proximate composition, phytochemical profile, antioxidant capacity, enzymatic inhibition, and anti-inflammatory properties of avocado seed meal. The proximate analysis revealed that avocado seed meal is rich in protein (17.32%), fat (15.33%), and carbohydrates (48.73%), with moderate levels of moisture (10.26%), ash (2.39%), and crude fiber (5.97%). Phytochemical analysis indicated high contents of phenols (111.56 mg/g), saponins (96.94 mg/g) and flavonoids (66.66 mg/g), but lower levels of alkaloids (14.60 mg/g), tannins (1.17 mg/g), and steroids (0.89 mg/g). The antioxidant properties assessed showed significant DPPH (50.05%) and FRAP (63.04%) free radical scavenging activities, though lower inhibition of lipid peroxidation (34.88%) and vitamin C content (0.03 mg/g). Enzymatic inhibition assays demonstrated alpha-lipase, alpha-glucosidase, and alpha-amylase inhibition rates of 31.46%, 27.56%, and 50.88%, respectively. Anti-inflammatory properties were also notable, with 24.02% albumin denaturation inhibition and 37.99% antiprotease activity. These findings suggest that avocado seed meal holds considerable potential for nutritional and therapeutic applications as natural feed supplement for livestock and humans.
Water Footprint Assessment of Agricultural Production in Bilecik Province
Authors: Gültaş Hüseyin T.
Published: August 2024

The freshwater sources are under serious pressure both in terms of quality characteristics due to pollution and in terms of quantity due to the increase in parameters such as temperature and evaporation under the influence of global warming. To ensure sustainable use of these resources, it is necessary to employ high-efficiency pressurized irrigation systems and cultivate plant species that are resilient to various stress factors and highly productive. In determining the water usage characteristics of plants, rapid atmospheric effects brought by climate change, plant water and temperature stress, soil moisture should be monitored, and water production indicators should be determined. In the water-intensive agricultural sector, monitoring the water footprint has become one of the important indicators in terms of ensuring water-food-energy sustainability, efficient use and fair sharing of water resources. This study aims to determine the water footprint of agricultural production in Bilecik province and its districts located in the transitional zone. Accordingly, values of crop and livestock production throughout the province and using a volume-based approach, the water footprint of crop production is estimated at 0.6 billion cubic meters (BCM), while the water footprint of livestock production is 0.5 BCM, resulting in a total agricultural water footprint of 1.1 BCM. In crop production, green water footprint constitutes 33%, blue water footprint 59%, and grey water footprint 8% of the total water footprint. The data obtained will form the basis for developing strategies in sustainable water and food management, aligned with climate change scenarios, to achieve sectoral supply-demand balance.
Manajemen Proyek Pembangunan Entrance Gate Menggunakan Pondasi Jenis Strauss Pile
Authors: Utami Nilawati Ni Ketut , Eka Dharsika I Gde
Published: August 2024

Manajemen sangat penting dalam pelaksanaan suatu usaha atau kegiatan karena maju mundurnya suatu usaha atau kegiatan sangat ditentukan oleh mutu manajemennya. Oleh karena itu penerapan azas manajemen yang baik merupakan suatu hal yang mutlak untuk mencapai tujuan suatu usaha atau kegiatan secara efektif dan efisien. Khususnya dalam bidang industri jasa konstruksi, dalam hal ini proyek “pembangunan entrance gate”        Untuk mewujudkan suatu proyek menjadi nyata sesuai dengan sasaran yang ingin dicapai, dibutuhkan suatu manajemen proyek yang bermutu sebagai pengendali pelaksanaan proyek tersebut. Dalam rangka pencapaian sasaran proyek tersebut maka seorang kontraktor, perencana maupun pengawas proyek yang baik harus memiliki kemampuan atau ilmu manajemen proyek yang baik sehingga terwujud 4T yaitu Tepat Mutu, Tepat Waktu, Tepat Biaya dan Tepat AdministrasiPondasi merupakan struktur bagian paling bawah dari suatu konstruksi yang berhubungan langsung dengan tanah dan berfungsi sebagai pendistribusian beban bangunan ke tanah. Pondasi secara umum terbagi dalam dua jenis yaitu pondasi dangkal dan pondasi dalam.    Rumusan masalah pada penelitian ini adalah bagaimana Penerapan Manajemen Proyek Pada Pembangunan Entrance Gate Menggunakan Pondasi Jenis Strauss Pile. Pondasi Strauss Pile untuk kondisi tanah lunak dengan kedalaman 7m, Diameter Pile 250mm, jumlah Pondasi Strauss Pile adalah 28 titik
Land use as key element for urban heat island inception in small cities. Case study: Barlad City, Romania
Authors: ICHIM Pavel , MIRON Ruben , COROCAESCU Alexandru-Constantin , CRETU Claudiu- Stefanel , SFÎCA Lucian
Published: August 2024

The study investigates the thermal characteristics of the urban area of Bârlad city, Romania, in relation with urban land use (LU) and land cover (LC). This was done using Land Surface Temperature (LST) data provided by Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) and mobile measurements conducted during stable atmospheric conditions. To identify important factors that influence Surface Urban Heat Island (SUHI) and Canopy Layer Urban Heat Island (CLUHI) two types of LU/LC classifications were used. At the annual level, during the day, the highest LST values are observed in the most densely built-up areas of the city, with values exceeding 18°C. The lowest LST instead are observed in the northern area of the city, with prevailing natural areas, where LST values reach 17.4°C. During the night, the urban area maintains constantly high LST above 4°C, while the lowest LST values are observed in the forested area in the eastern part of the city, where mean LST drops close to 3°C. The results of this study highlight the significant impact that LU/LC has on the inception of SUHI in small cities. Generally, built-up surfaces from Urban Atlas (UA) and Local Climate Zones (LCZ) classifications, are warmer than natural land cover types, both during day and night, with at least 0.5 to 1.5°C, which is enough to outline a clearly delimited SUHI especially during summer days. During stable atmospheric conditions the CLUHI exhibits large intensities emphasized by local cooling processes manifested especially during thermal inversion conditions.
PENYULUHAN DAN ADVOKASI MASALAH PEMBUANGAN AKHIR JAMBAN DI RT 03 RW 04 KEDUSUNAN III DESA SUKAMULYA KECAMATAN SINGAPARNA KABUPATEN TASIKAMALAYA TAHUN 2022
Authors: Akfa Frimandia Putri
Published: August 2024

Pembuangan akhir jamban yang tidak sesuai standar kesehatan di RT 03 RW 04 Desa Sukamulya, Kecamatan Singaparna, Kabupaten Tasikmalaya, menimbulkan permasalahan lingkungan dan kesehatan. Sebanyak 43,3% masyarakat masih membuang tinja ke sungai atau kolam. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesadaran masyarakat tentang pentingnya memiliki jamban sehat dan dampak negatif perilaku buang air besar sembarangan.
Metode yang digunakan meliputi penyuluhan dengan media leaflet dan advokasi kepada pemerintah desa. Penyuluhan diberikan kepada 8 kepala keluarga, menunjukkan peningkatan pengetahuan masyarakat dari rata-rata nilai 71,3 sebelum penyuluhan menjadi 91,3 setelah penyuluhan, dengan korelasi signifikan (p < 0,05). Kegiatan advokasi berhasil mendapatkan dukungan dari kepala desa untuk memasukkan pembuatan septic tank komunal dalam program desa, meskipun belum ada anggaran dari dana desa.
Hasil kegiatan ini menekankan pentingnya peningkatan pengetahuan masyarakat dan peran aktif pemerintah desa dalam menyelesaikan permasalahan sanitasi. Kesimpulannya, upaya penyuluhan dan advokasi telah menunjukkan dampak positif dalam meningkatkan kesadaran masyarakat mengenai pentingnya pembuangan jamban yang benar.
Saran bagi masyarakat dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan tentang jamban sehat dan bagaimana pembuangan jamban yang seharusnya, sehingga masyarakat mau dan mampu mengubah perilakunya untuk tidak membuang akhir jamban ke sungai, dan masyarakat bisa lebih peduli pada lingkungan serta ikut berkontribusi dalam peningkatan derajat Kesehatan masyarakat.
SOCIOLOGY IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Authors: Edimario dos Santos Souza José , Tacyelle Santos Gomes Heloísa , Maria da Silva Aurineia , Paula Alves Pereira Débora , Dos Santos Lins Givaldo , Da Silva Alex , Afonso Alves Geronimo Manuel , Januário da Silva Araújo Silvia , Santos Costa Roseane , do Nascimento Prado Roselândia
Published: August 2024

This article is due to bibliographic research and aims to ask the questions about the socialization of children in early childhood education and, more specifically, to understand aspects of the social construction of the so -called “student craft” at this level of education. It was intended to unravel the relationships involving early childhood education, families, children and their socialization. Starting from the assumption that there is currently a tendency in society to anticipate the schooling of the child and that this is related to both the transformations of the senses of childhood and “being a child” and specific social conditions, such as forms of family configuration , the division of labor between the sexes, the role of women and their place in the sphere of production, as well as the properly economic pressures about families. The theoretical contribution of this study lies in the interface of childhood sociology with the sociology of education. Thus, it was possible to highlight their commitments to awaken in children early attitudes of discipline and certain habits and knowledge to prepare it for the school and social “future”.
SCHOOL INCLUSION OF DEAR
Authors: Edimario dos Santos Souza José , Da Silva Alex , Tacyelle Santos Gomes Heloísa , Farias Santos da Silva Adriana , Maria da Silva Aurineia , Paula Alves Pereira Débora , Dos Santos Lins Givaldo , Afonso Alves Geronimo Manuel , Santos Costa Roseane , Januária da Silva Araujo Silvia
Published: August 2024

This article addresses the school inclusion of deaf people from a biosocial perspective, a topic of great relevance in the context of inclusive education. Recognizing the importance of addressing this issue in depth, the study proposes a detailed analysis of deaf education, encompassing historical, cultural and pedagogical aspects. The justification for developing this research lies in the growing need to guarantee an educational environment that promotes the learning and integral development of deaf students, respecting their specificities and rights. The objectives of the study include understanding the biological and social factors that influence the school inclusion of deaf people, analyzing effective pedagogical strategies for this audience and promoting critical reflection on the inclusive process in schools. The methodology adopted involves a comprehensive literature review, complemented by case studies that illustrate successful educational practices. The main results indicate that the school inclusion of deaf people still faces significant challenges, such as the lack of preparation of education professionals and the lack of adequate resources. However, there is also progress in public policies and awareness about the importance of teaching adapted to the needs of the deaf. The discussion reveals that inclusion goes beyond the simple physical insertion of the student in the classroom, requiring structural and attitudinal changes in the school and in society.
THE PREVALENCE AND FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF PSYCHOPHARMACEUTICALS, SPECIFICALLY ANXIOLYTICS AND ANTIDEPRESSANTS, AMONG NEWLY GRADUATED PHARMACISTS IN THE FIRST THREE YEARS OF CAREER
Authors: Ferreira de Oliveira Lincoln , Martins Franca Angélica , Rocha de Souza Gislaine , Persona Reinaldo Ricardo
Published: August 2024

This course completion work aims to explore the prevalence and factors associated with the use of psychopharmaceuticals, specifically anxiolytics and antidepressants, among recently graduated pharmacists in the first three years of career. The research seeks to answer the following question: What is the prevalence of the use of psychopharmaceuticals by pharmaceutical professionals in the first three years of active entry into the job market? The literature review will address the challenges faced by pharmacists at the beginning of career, including stress, excessive workload and the process of adaptation to the professional environment. These factors can contribute to the increase in the use of psychopharmaceuticals as a strategy to deal with the pressures and demands of the new profession. The results of this study are expected to provide valuable insights on the mental health of early career pharmacists and help develop strategies and policies to support these professionals in their transition to the job market.