bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Study on Smart Technology Utilization Plans in Construction Sites in Preparation for the Serious Accidents Punishment Act
Authors:   Form of Public Safety and Culture, Min Kyung Suk
Published: August 2022

This study proposed a plan to easily handle the work of safety management officer at construction sites by effectively performing safety management work at construction sites using smart technology in preparation for the Serious Accidents Punishment Act. As a result of analyzing the research trends of the Serious Accidents Punishment Act, it can be summarized into network analysis studies such as problems and improvement directions, countermeasures from subcontractors and small and medium-sized construction companies, site size, etc. The relationship between the detailed process of the construction site and smart technology, which is the core of this study, was found in the order of earthwork, steelwork, roof work, reinforced concrete work, window work, drainpipe metal work, civil work, and stone work. This means that when smart technology is applied, the response to serious accidents factors is relatively highly related, so it can be effectively managed. The definitive weight of smart technology for the detailed construction process was determined as the top items: earthworks, steelworks, roof works, 65%, reinforced concrete works 20%, window works 10%, drainpipe works 3%, and stone works 2%. Based on this, it can be prepared by applying the degree of input of smart technology to the detailed schedule of construction sites in order to increase the practical use of smart technology in preparation for the Severe Accidents Punishment Act.
Gluteus Medius Repair using a Gluteus Maximus Flap Augmented with Synthetic Polyethylene Mesh: Surgical Technique and Case Series
Authors: Jimenez-Telleria Iñigo , Foruria Xabier , Moreta Jesús , Bernuy Lucia , Casado Oscar , Martinez-de los Mozos José Luis
Published: August 2022

Introduction

Gluteus medius tendon tears may not be feasible for direct repair when significant retraction or fatty degeneration is present. Several augmentation techniques have been reported for challenging cases. We describe a novel technique using a transfer of the anterior portion of the gluteus maximus combined with synthetic mesh to reinforce the direct suture of the gluteus medius. The goal of this study was to assess the functional and pain outcomes in three patients treated with this reconstruction technique.

Case presentation

A retrospective study was performed including 3 patients with complete and retracted ruptures of the abductor mechanism. When conservative management failed, surgical treatment was attempted. After a minimum follow-up of 12 months (mean follow-up of 18 months), all of the patients showed clinical improvement.

The mean Harris Hip Score improved from 31.8 to 75.6, with an average postoperative abduction strength of 3 in the Medical Research Council muscle strength grading system, and no residual limp was noticed. The mean Visual Analogue Scale pain score decreased from 8.3 preoperatively to 1.6 postoperatively. No complications were reported.

Conclusion

In conclusion, this technique demonstrates efficacy in terms of improving clinical symptoms and functional status and is a reproducible way to augment irreparable gluteus medius tears.
Back pain in adolescent athletes: a narrative review
Authors: Vij Neeraj , Naron Ian , Tolson Hannah , Rezayev Arthur , Kaye Alan D. , Viswanath Omar , Urits Ivan
Published: August 2022

Background

Back pain in young athletes is common. Adolescents are at an increased risk for back pain related to several factors including rapid growth. Traditionally, the conversation around back pain in the adolescent age group has been centered around diagnosis and treatment; however, there are emerging studies regarding prevention.

Objective

The purpose of the present investigation is to summarize sport-specific risk factors, to describe the growing emphasis on prevention/screening, and report results on minimally invasive and surgical options.

Methods

The literature search was performed in Mendeley. Search fields were varied until redundant. All articles were screened by title and abstract and a preliminary decision to include an article was made. The full-text screening was performed on the selected articles. Any question regarding the inclusion of an article was discussed by at least 3 authors until an agreement was reached.

Results

Adolescent athletes have a higher risk of developing spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis than their non-athletic counterparts. Participation in athletic activity alone, increased body mass index, varsity status, and nationally/internationally competitive status are identified are demographic risk factors. Weightlifters, gymnasts, football players, and combat athletes may be at higher risks. Increased lumbar lordosis, abdominal muscle weakness, hip flexor tightness, hamstring tightness, thoracolumbar fascia tightness, femoral anteversion, genu recurvatum, and thoracic kyphosis also predispose. Recent cadaveric and kinematic studies have furthered our understanding of pathoanatomic. There is some evidence to suggest that isokinetic testing and electromyographic data may be able to identify at-risk individuals. Perturbation-based exercise interventions can reduce the incidence of adolescent athletic back pain. There is a large body of evidence to support the efficacy of physical therapy. There is some data to support minimally invasive treatments including external bone growth simulators, steroid injections, and chemonucleolysis for specific pathologies. Endoscopic surgery results for a limited subset of patients with certain disease processes are good.

Conclusions

Back pain in adolescent athletes is common and may not lead to appropriate alterations in athletes’ level of participation. Athletes with a higher body mass index should be counseled regarding the benefits of losing weight. Isokinetic testing and electromyographic data have the potential as diagnostic and screening tools. Strength deficits and postural control could be used to identify patients requiring early intervention and thus reduce the incidence. External bone growth simulators, steroid injections, and chemonucleolysis could potentially become conservative options in the future. When surgery is indicated, the endoscopic intervention has the potential to decrease operative time, decrease cost, and promote healing.
PECULIARITIES OF EXPRESSING ANXIETY AND FEAR IN THE TRAINING AND COMPETITIVE PROCESS OF YOUNG JUDOKAS
Authors: Gevorgyan Natalya
Published: August 2022

Examining the level of anxiety, we can conclude that the average level of anxiety was recorded in the training process, which in this situation can have a negative impact on the further results of the training process. As the level of emotional stress rises during the competition, the efficiency of the athlete’s activity first quickly increases, and then his growth slows down, starting from a certain individual level.
Studying the manifestations of emotions in athletes, conducting a study of fear and anxiety, we came to the conclusion that high emotional stress in sports practice has a negative impact on athletes.
素養導向學習的理論與實務
Authors: 詹惠雪 詹惠雪
Published: August 2022

《十二年國民基本教育課程綱要》以核心素養為課程發展主軸，期望透過素養導向教學的實踐，落實適性揚才之理念。然素養導向教學關注學習與生活的連結，強調營造學習的情境脈絡，對於現場教師著實是一大挑戰。本書期望藉由學習設計理念的探討與實務案例，提供現場教師素養導向教學轉化與實踐的參考，因此，「理念篇」先從知識創新觀點論述如何促進學習，再建構系統化課綱為本的課程設計模組，並分別以探究式、情境式、體驗及自主學習取向為題，探討素養導向學習的基本構念與實踐的取徑。「實務篇」則將理論轉化為實務教學，從中展現教師的實踐智慧，先分析不同學習領域的學科特質，闡述該學科的素養導向教學設計原則，再分析教學案例發展與實踐歷程，最後提出實踐後的省思。

國立清華大學教育與學習科技學系長期關注此議題，深刻瞭解素養導向教學關注學生的思考、活動與學習，體現當代由教到學典範的轉移，因此邀集課程教學組教授與在職進修教師共同合作撰寫，期望透過新課綱核心素養教學，教師能自發、互動培養具有自主學習能力的下一代，讓學生學習展現不同的樣貌，使教育朝向更好的未來。

主編簡介
詹惠雪

現職：國立清華大學教育與學習科技學系副教授

學歷：國立臺灣師範大學教育學博士

經歷：國中教師、教育行政高考、國立空中大學講師、國立花蓮師範學院助理教授、國立新竹教育大學教育學系助理教授、副教授；國立新竹教育大學教務處課務組組長、師資培育中心秘書；中華民國課程與教學季刊編輯委員、教育部十二年國民基本教育課程綱要講師

作者
王為國、王榮暖、白雲霞、田　慧、呂秀蓮、林倍伊、吳怡芳、高美玉、施仁國、陳美如、黃書雯、張君衡、詹惠雪（按筆畫排列）
Prevalence of coronavirus disease 2019 in a multiethnic cohort of patients with autoimmune rheumatic diseases in Qatar
Authors: Becetti Karima , Satti Eman , Varughese Betsy , Al Rimawi Yousef , Sheikh Saleh Rawan , Hadwan Nawal , Gharib Miral H , Al Kahlout Mohamed Awni , Abuhelaiqa Essa , Afif Ashour Hadil , Singh Rajvir , Emadi Samar Al
Published: August 2022

Background: Autoimmune rheumatic diseases (ARDs) are characterized by immune dysfunction and associated with an increased risk of infections, which were of significant concern during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Variable rates of COVID-19 incidence have been reported in patients with ARDs; however, the true effect of this infection on this patient population is still unclear. We, therefore, aimed to evaluate the COVID-19 prevalence among a multiethnic cohort of patients with ARDs in Qatar.

Material and Methods: We used telephonic surveys to collect demographic and clinical information of patients with ARD in Qatar between April 1 and July 31, 2020, including any close contact with a COVID-19 case at home or work and polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis. An electronic medical records review was conducted to verify pertinent data collected through the surveys. Prevalence with 95% confidence interval (CI), Student's t-tests, and chi-square/Fisher's exact tests were used for univariate analyses, whereas multivariate logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with COVID-19.

Results: The study included 700 patients with ARD (mean age, 43.2 ± 12.3 years), and 73% were female. Until July 2020, 75 (11%, 95% CI 9%–13%) patients had COVID-19. Factors associated with COVID-19 included being a man (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 2.56, 95% CI 1.35–4.88, p = 0.01) and having close contact with a COVID-19 case (aOR 27.89, 95% CI 14.85–52.38, p = 0.01). Disease severity and rheumatic medications had no significant association with the odds of contracting COVID-19. In the 86 patients with ARD having close contact, the frequency of hydroxychloroquine utilization was lower in patients who contracted COVID-19 than in those who did not (35% vs 72.5%, p = 0.01).

Conclusions: In Qatar, patients with ARDs had an overall higher prevalence of COVID-19 than global estimates. Being male and having close contact with a COVID-19 case were strongly associated with COVID-19 as reported globally. The presence of comorbid conditions, disease-specific factors, and rheumatic medications had no significant effect on the risk of COVID-19 in our study suggesting alternative mechanisms to the increased prevalence.
THE HEBREW OLD TESTAMENT, READER’S EDITION
Authors: Foster Philip D.
Published: August 2022

(Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2021), xx + 2204pp., US$89.99.ISBN 9781433571015
GUIDEBOOK FOR INSTRUCTION IN THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION
Authors: Tan Stephen
Published: August 2022

By Herman Bavinck, translated and edited by Gregory Parker Jr and Cameron Clausing (Peabody: Hendrickson, 2022), 248pp., hbk, US$29.95.ISBN 9781683072997
Development and estimation methods of 25-hydroxyvitamin D
Authors: Dhone Pravin , Rathore Rajkumari , Rakate Nilesh , Agrawalla Dinesh
Published: August 2022

Stroke is a worldwide health problem. It is one of the most common and most devastating disorder of central nervous system. Not only the mortality associated with stroke, but also the morbidity puts a heavy emotional, psychological and financial burden both on the patient as well as on the family and the state. To study serum level of 25-hydroxyvitamin D in acute stroke patients and to evaluate any association between 25(OH) vitamin D level and stroke and its risk factors. The present study had been conducted at VIMSAR from September 2013 to September 2015. For this study 73 patients with acute stroke were taken as cases and 40 subjects were taken as controls. In our study cases are having professions in which they get adequate exposure to sun rays like farmers and daily labours. They have been found to be having significantly higher level of serum vitamin D (42.81) as compared to the other group (26.52) with a p value of 0.01.
Immunization practice in patients with chronic kidney disease on haemodialysis
Authors: Reddy Nagati Sharanya , Kalyan Meenakshi , Raghunandhan Raghunandhan , Mohith Reddy K , Ishaq Mohammed , Nagate Raghavendra Reddy , Tikare Shreyas , Shivakumar G C
Published: August 2022

Background: Immunization is an important component of maintaining health and wellness in patients with chronic kidney disease. The aim of the study is to describe the awareness about the vaccination in patients with chronic kidney disease on haemodialysis and to estimate the vaccination status received in these patients on dialysis. Methods: It is a cross sectional study conducted in 83 patients diagnosed to have chronic kidney disease undergoing dialysis for at least 1 month. Demographic characteristics and comorbidity data (as self-reported) were collected and questionnaire assessment was filled about the vaccination and counselling received. Results:  The prevalence of CKD were 73.5% in males and 26.5% in females with a mean age of 48.9 years. Among the different occupations of the patient with no job/housewife was 56.6% while professional jobs were 18.1% business and non-professional source were 13.3% and agriculture related was 12.0%. Evaluation of education stated that patients educated with higher schooling had 15.6% of prevalence of CKD compared to degree holders and Masters. The different comorbidities among the studied patients were Hypertension- 84.3%, Diabetes- 47%, Stroke- 12%, Connective tissue disorder- 18.1% and COPD- 44.6%.
correlation between hypertension and risk factors among ischemic heart disease patients in Babylon governorate
Authors: Alrekaby Hassenine Ali Kareem , Ghiad Ishraq Ahmed , Al-Saad Shokry Faaz
Published: August 2022

Hypertension is important risk factors for ischemic heart disease. And Ischemic heart disease is the most common cardiovascular disease and causes deaths in both males and females. Aim of our study to the correlation between hypertension and risk factors among ischemic heart disease patients in Babylon governorate. show in our results, the association of hypertension with age, gender, and socioeconomic status is highly significant p-value (0.0001, 0.0001 and 0.024) respectively. And family history, Diabetic mellitus and COVID-19 is significant with hypertension (0.002,0.0001. and 0.03 respectively. Smoking and exercise and alcohol intake are significant with hypertension p-value (0.0001, 0.022 and 0.009) respectively. Triglycerides, Low Density Lipoprotein, and High-Density Lipoprotein were significant with hypertension p-value (0.044, 0.031 and 0.0001) respectively. Waist Circumference and Body Mass Index are associated with hypertension p-value (0.036 and 0.0001) respectively. Conclusion The conclusion was that in our study, ischemic heart disease had statistically significant differences between modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors, especial those who have a history of Diabetic Miletus, COVID-19, and family history. also with Body mass index, Waist circumference lipid profiles which increase the probability of developing ischemic heart disease.
Centrally controlled on-chip criminal face recognition embedded in traffic cameras
Authors: Deshmukh Rutuja , Prajapati Abhay , Jain Vedant , Chothale Pratik
Published: August 2022

This paper evaluates the ability of convolutional networks to solve the problems arising with face classification in a constrained environment. It has the design and implementation of Siamese architecture used for face verification using a single set of the photograph. Because of the intrinsic nature of the problem, computer vision is not only a computer science area of research, but also the object of neuroscientific and psychological studies, mainly because of the general opinion that advances in computer image processing and understanding research will provide insights into how our brain works and vice versa. In the scope of the paper, the training process is closely monitored and we evaluate several practices and parameters as well as their impact on network learning. This paper introduces some novel models for all steps of a face recognition system using embedded computers. In the step of single-shot face recognition, we propose a hybrid model combining Openface artificial neural network combined with siamese network architecture to solve the process efficiently. In the first step, faces detected by Google's mediapipe library will be aligned by Geometric corrections. In this alignment step, we propose a new 2D local texture model based on relative eyes inclination.
Detection of fruit ripeness using image processing
Authors: Hira Swati , Lande Simran
Published: August 2022

Cultivation of fruit crops plays a very important role within the prosperity of any nation. Productive growth and high yield production of fruits is necessary and required for the agricultural industry. To understand ones health, it is better for agriculture agents to check ripeness of fruits naturally and in organic way. So that one can have fresh and natural fruits at their doorsteps. In this paper we introduce ripeness of fruit using a new, high-quality, dataset of images containing all type fruits. We also present the results of some experiment for training a digital image processing to detect fruits. We discuss the In fruit during ripening there is a well-coordinated series of changes in the composition of the fruit which lead from the unripe to the ripe condition and which give obvious changes in colour, texture, taste, time to ripe and aroma which are readily perceived by the senses.
3D visualization and simulation in surgical planning of orbital hypertelorism
Authors: El-Sayed Ibrahim Moustafa , Shoukr Tarek Gamal , ElBanoby Tarek Mahmoud , Moustafa Waleed Ahmed
Published: August 2022

Background: simulation and three-dimensional visualization of object motion is a prerequisite for any surgical planning system. Orbital hypertelorism is a disease, which is most commonly associated with craniofacial malformations. We have developed a surgical planning system for planning and evaluation of orbital hypertelorism surgery. In our system CT-based virtual surface models fitted by oriented bounding boxes (OBB) are manipulated. Three-dimensional motion as well as a correction surgery can be simulated. Both are controlled by collision detection. The computer-based interactive surgery simulation systems (CISSS) presented here can take virtual surgical operation and forecast facial features after the correction of orbital hypertelorism.
The arsenic tolerance of plant species
Authors: Brahmjeet Brahmjeet , Singh Akhand Pratap
Published: August 2022

There is a naturally occurring source of arsenic in the environment due to anthropogenic and geological processes (Zhao et al., 2010). It is estimated that millions of people around the world, particularly in South East Asia, have been poisoned by As polluted ground water and food (Kile et al., 2007, Zhu et al., 2008; Pal et al., 2009). There is increasing interest in Phytoremediation, a plant-based green method that can be used to clean up As-contaminated soil and water (Kertulis –Tartar and Yong, 2010). It is possible to harvest and remove the toxins from a contaminated location by harvesting plant tissues that have accumulated the contaminants. In order to ingest arsenic from the soil, plants use phosphate uptake pathways, i.e., apoplastic or symplastic mechanisms (shoots and leaves). The effectiveness of a plant's phytoremediation process can be gauged by measuring the quantity of arsenic that moves from the roots to the shoots.
Equation of Schrodinger's wave
Authors: Smita Smita , Shukla Vikas Kumar
Published: August 2022

The Schrodinger equation is a quantum physics partial differential equation used to determine the wave function and energy of atomic and molecular systems. It is a non-relativistic phenomenological equation that is solved to acquire insight into the qualities of a physical system. Calculation of an infinite set of linked integrodifferential equations is required in the general situation [3 ]. He found the electron in 1897, and that led to a model of an atom that had protons and electrons that had different charges. An experiment done by Ernest Rutherford and others in 1911 found that the positive charge in an atom was concentrated in space much smaller than the size of the atom itself. This is what they found. This led to a picture of the atom as a small solar system with a big, positively charged nucleus and a group of electrons that move around it all the time[4].
A new complication after receiving the MRNA12-73 (Moderna) vaccine for Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Iran: A case report
Authors: Abolghasemi Shahla. , Valizadeh Mahnaz , Olya Maedeh. , Olya Maedeh
Published: August 2022

Introduction: The recent pandemic of the SARS-CoV-2 virus has significantly increased the mortality and disability burden in many people worldwide. Several effective vaccines have been introduced since the outbreak of the coronavirus. These vaccines work through several different immunization pathways to create effective immunity. In this respect, there have been no reports of patients with symptoms of lumbar radiculopathy and puffiness of the hands after receiving corona vaccines. This article presents a clinical case report of these symptoms after receiving the MRNA12-73 (Moderna) vaccine. Overall, finding effective, low-complication, and safe solutions against this virus can have a beneficial effect in reducing the side effects of the Corona vaccine and maintaining the health and lives of people. Case history: A 73-year-old male patient developed lumbar radiculopathy and puffy hands after receiving the corona (COVID-19) vaccine. He was infected with COVID-19 about 60 days after receiving the MRNA12-73 (Moderna) vaccine. Conclusion: Attention to the occurrence of any side effects after injecting corona vaccines requires additional studies.
Prognostic value of clinical signs and CT-scan findings in renal colic patients referred to emergency department of Imam hospital in sari in 2021
Authors: Iraj Golikhatir , Tahereh Niknejad , Mohammad Sazgar , Mohammad Hosseininejad , Hammed Aminiahidashti , Fatemeh Jahanian , Farzad Bozorgi
Published: August 2022

Background: The aim of this study was to investigate the positive predictive value of CT scan findings and clinical signs in choice of clinical management of renal colic patients referred to the emergency department of Imam Hospital in Sari in 2020-2021. Method: A cross-sectional study was performed on all patients with renal colic who were admitted to the emergency department in Sari Imam Khomeini Hospital, in 2021. 167 patients with acute renal colic in terms of clinical manifestations, laboratory findings, and CT scan findings were evaluated.Results: In the present study, 55 patients (32.9%) underwent TUL treatment and 112 patients (67.1%) had spontaneous excretion. 48.9% of people with clinical symptoms of abdominal pain and 27% of people without symptoms of abdominal pain finally underwent TUL treatment (p = 0.008). The incidence of TUL in patients with stone size> 5 mm was significantly higher than those with stones ≤5 mm (P <0.001) and the majority of patients with stones in the upper and middle third of the ureter were in the TUL group. The majority of patients had spontaneous excretion despite stones in the lower third and UVJ (p = 0.021).
role of the state in the process of international integration
Authors: Minh Le Nho , Tri Nguyen Minh
Published: August 2022

In the process of international integration, it has been proved that the role of the State is increasingly clearly expressed and promoted with positive effects through the social function of influencing and interfering in the social life of the State responsibility, expressed through the formulation of an integration strategy and roadmap based on accurate awareness and forecast of opportunities and challenges of global peace and international integration, from which the State has adjusted, create favorable conditions for institutions, policies, and laws in the integration process; manage and regulate the economy, promote internal resources in combination with taking advantage of external resources; negotiating, signing and implementing international and regional economic and trade agreements and contracts, etc. However, there are still difficulties and challenges that require the State to pay attention to and remove. Especially, in a world that is always moving and changing rapidly and unpredictably like today, it is important to fully and deeply realize the impacts to promote The role of the state in the process of globalization and international integration is necessary, to take advantage of opportunities, overcome challenges, and fulfill the goals and tasks of the Vietnamese revolution.
Comparative analysis of the knowledge, attitude and practice of calcified canals and its management by general dentists and endodontists
Authors: Doshi Krisha , Ranjan Manish
Published: August 2022

Calcifications in the pulp space pose a challenge to most dental practitioners. Although they are a common finding, their management is not done appropriately in many cases. This leads to numerous iatrogenic mishaps like ledging, gouging, perforations, etc. Hence, adequate knowledge about pulp calcifications and their proper management is necessary for successful endodontics. Such detailed knowledge is usually achieved only during post graduation in endodontics. General practitioners may or may not have the sufficient knowledge and skill to manage such cases. This survey aims at comparing the knowledge of pulp calcifications, and the attitude and practice of their management between general practitioners and endodontists.
Awareness and knowledge of smile analysis and smile arc among orthodontists and non – orthodontists
Authors: Maliael Mathew Thomas , Dinesh S. P. Saravana , Sivakumar Arvind , Chellappa Lalitha Rani
Published: August 2022

The aim of this study was to assess and evaluate the awareness and knowledge of smile arc and analysis among orthodontists and non-orthodontists by means of conducting a knowledge, attitude and practices survey. A closed questionnaire of 17 questions was prepared in consultation with experts involved in the training of dentists. Based on a pilot study a response count of 130 was determined to achieve a power of 80. The questionnaire was shred through professional chat forums. A reminder post was shared two weeks after the initial post. The survey was closed four weeks after the reminder post and 145 responses were obtained. Most respondents were non-orthodontists and were young practitioners with experience of less than 5 years. Descriptive statistics showed that most respondents are aware of smile analysis and smile arc but most respondents do not use it in practice for diagnosis and treatment planning. Independent t-test showed that orthodontists are more aware of smile arc and smile analysis and use it more often in clinical practice when compared to non-orthodontists. Most participants are aware of the parameters for to be evaluated for smile analysis and smile arc.
effects of gene polymorphisms in tumor necrosis factor-α on the susceptibility of type I diabetes mellitus in an Iraqi population
Authors: Abbas Hadeel Mohsen , Al-Husseini Rand Muhammed Abdul-Hussein
Published: August 2022

Background: Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is a chronic, immune-mediated disease characterized by the destruction of insulin-producing β cells in the pancreas. This study investigated the influence of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNP) in tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α) –308 G/A (rs1800629,) on T1DM patients. Method: The study was included 75 T1DM patients and 25 healthy subjects. The SNP–308 G/A TNF-α gene was detected by using polymerase chain reaction restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP-PCR) technique in T1DM patients and controls. Results: The genotype distribution results of the -308G/A  SNP of Tumor Necrosis Factor - α (TNF- α)-308 G/A gene showed significant difference (p<0.05) between controls (GG: n= 24, 96%; GA: n=1, 4%; AA: n=0, 0%) and T1DM patients (GG: n= 44, 58.67%; GA: n=21, 28%; AA: n=10, 13.33%).These results showed an increased in GA, AA genotype and G allele of the TNF- α(-308) G/A in T1DM patients than controls, and they were significantly more likely than controls to have the mutant allele (OR=18.431, 95%CI= 2.464-137.855, p=0.00001). These results indicate a possible role for the G genotype in T1DM disease.
Technical efficiency of Iraq's labour market
Authors: Jadaan Haitham S. , Ghannouchi Imen , Bouabid Anis
Published: August 2022

The assessment of the Iraqi employment market is highly required since the high level of unemployment rate which achieves 13.74% in 2019 and the economic crisis from which Iraq suffers. Thus, this paper aims to investigate the technical efficiency levels of the Iraqi Labor market by referring to a set of Stochastic Frontier Analysis models (namely time-invariant models and time-variant models developed by Greene (2005)). The sample is decomposed from fifteen regions for the years extended from 2010 to 2013 and 2019 to 2020. The results provide interesting insights such as the low level of efficiency across Iraqi governorates. The results are explained by the geopolitical circumstances and socioeconomic crisis which have a tremendous impact on Iraqi market employment. After assessing the levels of technical efficiency, we turn our attention to panel data analysis of the employment market in which we proceed to Fixed Effect and Random Effect Models. The main results reveal a significant impact of work supply on the employment rate whereas unemployment does not have a significant effect.
Effectiveness of multi interventional components on gastric residual volume, abdominal distension, and gastrointestinal functioning among patients with nasogastric tube feeding admitted in the ICU’s at selected hospital
Authors: Hilal N I , Santhi S , Nirmala V , Rani Anitha
Published: August 2022

Abdominal massage and heat application are prevalent non pharmacological interventions for reliving high gastric residual volume, abdominal distension and other some gastro intestinal functioning. It helps to boost the nutritional transition through the gastro intestinal tract, induces peristaltic movement, and consequently lowers the intra abdominal pressure. Moreover, it has been shown to be safe, effective, no pharmacological and non-invasive methods with no side effects. The aim of the study was to determine the effectiveness of multi interventional components on gastric residual volume, abdominal distension and gastro intestinal functioning among patients with nasogastric tube feeding admitted in Intensive Care Units. Subjects: patients who are admitted in the ICU and have nasogastric tube for feeding during the period of data collection. They are divided randomly (cover slip method) in to four groups of 15 in each group (three experimental groups and one control group).Setting: The study was conducted in the ICU’s of selected hospital .Results:  gastric residual volume, abdominal distension and gastro intestinal functioning were analysed for 4 groups and statistical significant improvement were found among the study groups than their control group. The frequency of vomiting episode was significantly reduced among study groups than the control group.
Analyzing The Contemporary Developments and Challenges in Teaching English Language in Pakistani Schools
Authors: Shafique Ayesha , Amjad Azka , Khurshid Nimra , Bin Zubair Hassan
Published: August 2022

English phraseology is a required subject taught at the Pakistan graduate level. Even after surveying the English terminology for over 14 years, the plurality of learners arriving from non-elite organizations, need the basic grip in English language skills to maintain their elevated schooling and proficient fields. With this reasoning, the recent investigation concentrated on developing English composition and assignment techniques, and in Karachi private non-elite organizations confronted the difficulties while developing these techniques at the SSC (Secondary School Certificate) level. Qualitative as well as quantitative method has been used. The variety of the investigation included 20 SSC level students, 12 SSC level English language teachers of non-elite private schools, and 5 student notebooks. Characteristics were composed through open-ended votes, committees’ consultations, and tablet examination. Data were examined adopting subjective analysis. The conclusions disclosed that developing English language assignment strategies involve reading the passage aloud, paraphrasing the passage, furnishing the basic suggestion and significance of tough phrases to the students. The prominent difficulties struggled by the instructors in instructing reading skills are learners’ absence of attention in reading, absence of pursuit, and soft reading cognition skills. The investigation also indicated methods of teaching writing skills such as the requirement of standard texts and appropriate terminology sections. The main dilemmas while developing writing skills include a shortage of pre-writing recreations, beginners’ deficient grip over vocabulary, punctuation, grammar, and spelling, voluble syllabus, and restricted time.
Perilaku Destruktif Dalam Politik Standar Ganda Amerika Serikat Terhadap Demokratisasi Mesir dan Suriah
Authors: Hidayat Yogi Fery
Published: August 2022

Hypocrisy is a trait that is very hated in Islam and is a disgraceful trait for its adherents. Hypocrisy is a trait possessed by the enemies of Islam who want to destroy the glory of Islam from within, even trying to destroy Islamic countries, especially those in the Middle East, where Islam first appeared and spread widely among Arabs. This paper aims to find out the practice of hypocritical behavior that occurs at the country level by using a qualitative method that focuses on a literature approach, That is by collecting data obtained from various references in the form of articles, journals, books and research related to material objects and formal objects which are then analyzed using the conspiracy theory of Robert O Zelency (1987). The result of this research is the double standard political success played by the United States who wants to control the oil fields in Egypt and Syria under the guise of calling for democratization in the government system. America acts as a friend to Egypt in the process of transitioning from authoritarian power to democracy and has been very active in guarding the decline of Hosni Mubarak from his leadership, while in Syria, America has supported opposition groups to overthrow a legitimate government that is considered to be running the government in a dictatorial way. America also provided assistance to opposition groups in the form of weapons to expedite the process of overthrowing Bashar Al-Assad from power. America's double-standard politics towards Egypt and Syria is a project undertaken to realize a larger agenda in the geopolitical national political arena.
Effect of Human Resource Management Practices on Employee Performance of Public Hospitals in Kajiado County, Kenya
Authors:   KCA University, Taiko Winfred , Onguso Dr. Asenath ,   KCA University
Published: August 2022

Healthcare is one of the fastest growing sector and to offer quality care to patients, a large pool of well trained, dedicated and motivated medical professionals are required. Given the healthcare workforce-intensive nature, the human resource management practices come in handy to facilitate and support the recruitment, hiring, development of the employees, with the goal of raising levels of employee performance and satisfaction. This study sought to determine the effect of human resource management practices on employee performance of public hospitals in Kajiado County, Kenya. The specific objectives were to determine the effect career development, compensation, performance appraisals and recruitment on employee performance of public hospitals in Kajiado County, Kenya. The study was conducted in Kajiado County where the performance of public hospitals had been rated poor since devolving of healthcare services to the county governments. The study employed descriptive research design. Primary data was collected by means of a structured questionnaire. The study was conducted in the 5 public hospitals in Kajiado County (Kajiado County Referral Hospital, Ngong Sub County, Oloitoktok Sub County, Kitengela Sub County and Ongata Rongai Sub County). The unit of observation was the medical staff in each of the health cadres. The findings indicated that career development and employee performance in public hospitals in Kajiado County, Kenya is positively and significantly related. Compensation and employee performance in public hospitals in Kajiado County, Kenya is positively and significantly related. Performance appraisals and employee performance in public hospitals in Kajiado County, Kenya was positively and significantly related. Recruitment and employee performance in public hospitals in Kajiado County, Kenya is positively and significantly related. The study recommends the management of public hospitals should consider organizing for trainings and seminars for the employees as this will help to increase employee skills, loyalty and competence making them more willing to work harder for the success of the public hospitals. Keywords: Career development, compensation, performance appraisals, recruitment & employee performance
Environmental Geochemistry of the Round Mountain Gold Mine, Nevada, and Mineralogical Controls on Acid Generation
Authors: Griffiths R. , Prestia A. , Bowell R. , Brough C. , Donkervoort L. , Dixon J.
Published: August 2022

The Round Mountain mine in Nevada is one of the world’s largest volcanic-hosted precious metal deposits and has been commercially operated since 1976. The deposit is hosted by a thick sequence of Oligocene ash-flow tuffs and volcaniclastic rocks overlying a pre-Tertiary basement. Gold mineralization largely occurs as disseminated electrum in association with quartz, adularia, illite, smectite, pyrite, silver sulfosalts, manganese oxide, and iron oxides, with minor alunite, fluorite, and realgar in the upper portion of the deposit. The deposit was extensively oxidized during a period of Basin and Range faulting approximately 9 to 16 Ma. Multiple phases of geochemical characterization have been undertaken as part of project development, including over 740 acid-base accounting analyses and 38 humidity-cell tests operated for up to 193 weeks. These tests demonstrate that the Round Mountain host rock contains very little sulfide mineralization and show a low potential for acid generation and metal(loid) release. Where sulfide minerals are present, they are frequently partially or entirely encapsulated in nonreactive silicates or are present as coarse euhedral to subhedral pyrite grains that require more energy to oxidize compared to finer grained anhedral crystals. As such, there is likely to be a significant lag time to acid generation, and it is possible that acidic conditions may never develop under field conditions due to the combined effects of stable pyrite petrology and encapsulation, plus the lower leaching rates that would occur in the arid desert conditions in the field versus the laboratory. This prediction is supported by empirical field observations that indicate during the 40-yr period of operation there has been no acid generation associated with the waste-rock facilities. The multiple phases of geochemical characterization have been used to define procedures for operational waste-rock classification, segregation, and management at the Round Mountain mine based on lithology and oxidation.
The efficiency of the tourism industry in Greece during the economic crisis (2008 - 2016)
Authors: Pegkas Panagiotis
Published: August 2022

This paper investigates the efficiency of the tourism industry in Greek regions during the economic crisis (2008 – 2016). It applies the methodology of stochastic frontier analysis that allows us to estimate the regional efficiency scores and rankings. The results show that the tourism industry in Greece enjoys high average efficiency levels and seems to not fall behind in comparison to its competitors. The regions of South Aegean and Crete are regarded as the leaders in the efficiency ranking. Greece, in order to achieve more economic, social, and cultural benefits from tourism should continue the structural reforms, improving the prospects of the sector.
Do tourists seek the same information at destinations? Analysis of digital tourist information searches according to different types of tourists
Authors: Huertas Assumpció , Orden-Mejía Miguel
Published: August 2022

The study analyses the searches for digital tourist information that different types of tourists, with different characteristics and connectivity preferences, make at destinations on the main topics they may require, allowing to know which digital sources they use, but also at what moment and in what situation. The study was based on an online survey that asked users about searches for tourist information they made at the destination during their last trip. The results show that tourists increasingly seek more tourist information at the destination, and search differently depending on the topic and their connectivity preferences in the different digital channels and locations. The results will allow Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) to provide tourists with suitable information, at the time and place they so require.
Tourism routes: a scoping review
Authors: Pedrosa André , Martins Filomena , Breda Zélia
Published: August 2022

This scoping review provides an overview of the literature on tourism routes, concerning 1) the categorization of tourism routes, 2) how the research has been conducted, in terms of methodologies and main research themes, and 3) future research paths. The review includes documents from four databases, written in English, published until May 2020 and focused on tourism routes as organisations of stakeholders under a unified theme to achieve common goals. Based on 194 documents, regional-scale routes under the theme of food and drink are identified as the commonest. The main research theme is route development. Empirical studies, qualitative approaches, primary data usage, and data collection triangulation techniques predominate. Lastly, future research should focus mainly on route planning and management.
Assessing How We Assess Decision-Making Capacity: Informed Consent Is Necessary Before Each Capacity Assessment​
Authors: John Pisano Thomas , Charles Shamash​ Jacob
Published: August 2022

Decision-making capacity assessments (DMCA) often are made in the setting of a hospitalized patient with questionable mental status. Professional organizations have established that typically, for a patient to be considered to have decision-making capacity, they must demonstrate the following four criteria with respect to their medical condition: 1) ability to express a choice, 2) understanding, 3) appreciation and 4) rational thought. Often a psychiatry consultation is requested for such DMCA, during which patients are not made explicitly aware as to the purpose and consequences of the upcoming interview. Informed consent is present in much of medicine; however, there are no explicit rules to notify a patient of a DMCA before one is made. In addition to the four already established principles in DMCA, we propose one additional rule: interviews must begin with informing the patient as to the nature of the upcoming interaction and inform the patient of their right of refusal related to the assessment.
Knowledge, Behavior, and Attitude Towards Oral Health Among a Population Visiting a Dental College and Hospital in South India: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Naidu Marneedi Prudvi , Gopal Sooraparaju Sujatha , Kumar Yennavaram Vijay , Reddy M. Sushma , Mounika Gadwal , Shiva Shwetha Tummala
Published: August 2022

Objective This study was carried out to assess the oral hygiene knowledge, attitude, and behavior amongst patients visiting the Department of Public health dentistry at MNR dental college and hospital, Sangareddy, which in turn helps to develop better oral health awareness programs and aids in assessing the current oral health knowledge status. Materials and Methods A cross-sectional study was carried out amongst the patients visiting the Department of Public health dentistry at MNR dental college and hospital, Sangareddy. A total of 216 patients were given a structured questionnaire with 15 questions. Responses from the patients were evaluated in terms of numbers and percentages. Results Most of the subjects had poor knowledge pertaining to oral hygiene practices. Nearly 47% do not consider using a tongue cleaner. Conclusion Implementation of various oral health programs highlighting the basic oral care regimen is necessary for improving oral health care.
Safety and Efficacy of Alternative Tobacco Products in Smoking Cessation: A Scientific Review on E-cigarettes
Authors: Pothula​ Peter
Published: August 2022

Before visiting a doctor, using the internet & search engines regarding health-related issues became more common practice nowadays. E-cigarettes help in smoking cessation but caused switching to a new smoking habit. In teenagers’ e-cigarettes have a detrimental effect on their health and they are a threat of switching to other drugs. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cautioned the public about serious lung diseases and deaths associated with vaping. Non-nicotine e-cigarettes may pump toxic chemicals & carcinogens directly into the lungs. Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) may not give a feeling of active smoking so, people are switching to e-cigarettes. Nicotine causes addiction and may affect brain development. The approved NRT may have side effects but one should not forget that safety & efficacy has been evaluated and approved by the FDA for smoking cessation. It is strictly cautioned to stay away from adulterated vaping products.
Taiwan Model to COVID-19 Response
Authors: Hermoso Catherine , Tsagkaris Christos , May Laguilles Elaine , Vaghela Gladson , Mastropieri Donnatella , Ganzon ​ Jerome , Bernardino, Jr. Gilbert , Panaligan Nenita , Oruga Myra , Ahmadi Attaullah , Lucero-Prisno, III Don Eliseo
Published: August 2022

This paper discusses the key elements of Taiwan’s approach in mitigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Extensive public health infrastructure established in the country pre-COVID-19 enabled a rapid and coordinated response which included meticulous border control measures, distribution of medical resources, effective quarantine and isolation methods, digital technologies, and mass mask use. Several components of Taiwan’s model could be adapted by other countries for halting and controlling the dissemination of the agent of the current pandemic and may contribute to preparedness for eventual future outbreaks.
Medication Prescribed Diabetes Mellitus amid the COVID-19 Pandemic in Greece: Data and Challenges Along the Way
Authors: Tsagkaris Christos , Sevdalis Nikolaos , Syrigou Ergina , Kamaratos Alexandros
Published: August 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an intricate disruption of the provision of healthcare worldwide. In Greece, as per March 2021, patient visits to the outpatient medical facilities have ceased due to the widely applied lockdowns and restrictions imposed by the government. Therefore, it has become increasingly hard to sustain the same quality of care to individuals with Diabetes mellitus (DM), a chronic and challenging condition affecting up to 10% of the Greek population.1 Medication-prescribed diabetes, in particular, concerns 720,764 individuals in the country. Emerging evidence regarding the interplay between COVID-19 and anti-diabetic medications has compelled healthcare professionals to reconsider the treatment of these individuals. Although they are at high risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2, at the same time they have limited or no access to healthcare due to the COVID-19 restrictions. This paper reflects on the authors’ relevant experience in the outpatient diabetes center of the hospital “Tzaneio” in the city of Piraeus, Greece during the trying times of the COVID-19 pandemic.