bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Using optimized clustering to identify students' science learning paths to knowledge integration
Authors: Obaid Teeba , Aghajani Hosein , Linn Marcia C.
Published: April 2023

Background: This study captured students' repertoire of science ideas and determined the varied paths students take to integrate their disconnected ideas as they studied a web-based Genetic Inheritance unit. Method: We analyzed 6th graders' responses to embedded items and activities to establish progress in knowledge integration in two different learning conditions: revisiting and critiquing. Learning paths were established by measuring students' idea dissimilarities using Levenshtein edit distance, clustering using silhouette coefficient and K-means, and determining the most representative path via generalized median method. Results: Four learning paths emerged from the revisit condition (isolated links, partial links, valid links, integrated links) and three learning paths emerged from the critique condition (isolated links, partial links, and integrated links). Conclusion: We found that by providing opportunities for students to revisit or critique ideas, the curriculum supported them to follow multiple paths in building their repertoire of ideas and integrating initial and new information.
Retrospective Evaluation of the Effects of Staff Training on Sound Levels Measurements in the Intensive Care Unit
Authors: Gaygısız Ummugulsum , Karabıyık Lale
Published: April 2023

Objective: High sound levels measured in intensive care units cause harmful effects on the health of patients and employees. In this context, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends sound level values that are safe for health in hospitals. The aim of this study is to compare the sound levels measured before and after the training given to the employees, and to evaluate the sound levels measured in the intensive care unit according to the recommended safe values, retrospectively. Methods: In our unit, sound measurements were made with a noise analyzer (FLUKE model: Biotek: Biotek serial no: 6050274) from 17 different points of the unit at 14 different times per day. Unit employees are given training on the harms of noise and the success of the education is evaluated. In this study, based on the data obtained from the recordings, the 10-day sound level measurements before and after the education were compared. Based on data obtained from hospital records, ten-day sound level measurements before and after training were compared. Results: There was no difference between the measurements made at 17 points within the unit. For this reason, the mean of 17 measurement values was taken and the time-dependent changes of the data were analyzed. After the training, it was observed that there were significant decreases in the mean sound levels in the follow-up at night (p<0.05). However, all these values were above the safe threshold values recommended by WHO for hospitals. Conclusion: Although the behavioral changes provided by the training of the employees in our unit decreased the sound levels in our unit, they could not fall below the recommended safe threshold value. We concluded that safe values can be achieved by using sound reducing barriers in the design of the units and controlling all sources and devices that produce sound. Keywords: Intensive care, noise, training, sound level
Ultrasound-Guided Superficial Serratus Anterior Plane Block for Cardiac Surgery with Median Sternotomy: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Aykut Aslıhan , Salman Nevriye , Demir Zeliha Aslı
Published: April 2023

Objective: As part of multimodal analgesia regimen in cardiac surgery, the serratus anterior plane block (SAPB) is a technique regularly used in minimally invasive surgical interventions with thoracotomy. The aim of our study is to determine the analgesic efficacy of SAPB for cardiac surgery performed with sternotomy. Methods: A total of 99 patients who underwent SAPB (Group SAP, n=43) and conventional analgesia (Group C, n=56) for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery were compared retrospectively. Demographic data, postoperative opioid use, highest pain scores, nausea-vomiting, time to start oral intake, extubation time, lenght of intensive care unit and hospital stay were recorded. Results: Total opioid requirement, expressed in oral morphine equivalent within the first 24 hours after extubation, was found to be significantly lower in patients with SAPB (p=0.022). Similarly, both the highest reported pain scores at rest and during mobilization and also the nausea scores were found to be significantly lower in Group SAP during the same period (p=0.007, p=0.048, p=0.004). Extubation (p=0.025) and oral intake initiation time p=0.030) were shorter in Group SAP. Conclusion: By providing analgesia of the chest tube drain site, SAPB application was associated with lower opioid consumption, pain, and nausea-vomiting among patients who underwent CABG with median sternotomy. Because of this benefit, superficial SAPB may be part of opioid-reducing multimodal analgesia in cardiac surgery. Keywords: Serratus anterior plane block, fascial plane blocks, coronary artery bypass surgery, postoperative analgesia
The Effect of Pre-Intubation Esmolol and Dexmedetomidine on Ischemia Modified Albumin Levels: A Prospective Randomized Trial
Authors: Yilmaz Hakan , Kazbek Baturay Kansu , Koksoy Ulku Ceren , Ekmekci Perihan , Candar Tuba , Yavuzekinci Mehmet Ali , Tuzuner Filiz
Published: April 2023

Objective: Laryngoscopy and intubation cause hypertension, tachycardia and arrhythmia. Ischemia modified albumin (IMA) is formed secondary to endothelial or extracellular hypoxia, acidosis and free oxygen radicals and can be detected in the early stages of ischemia. In this study, we aimed to compare the effects of two agents on preventing hypertension and tachycardia by measuring IMA levels. Methods: Following ethics approval and randomization, dexmedetomidine 0.5 μg kg-1 in Group D (n=21) or esmolol 0.5 mg kg-1 in Group E (n=21) diluted in 20 mL saline was given as infusion for 5 minutes prior to induction. Patients in Group C (n=21) received only 20 mL saline infusion. An automated perfusor was set at 4 mL min-1 for the delivery of study solutions. Blood samples for IMA measurement were taken following monitorization and at 10th and 20th minutes after intubation. Results: There was no statistically significant difference concerning IMA levels at 10 minutes following intubation. However, IMA levels in Group C were significantly lower compared to Group E and Group D (p=0.025 and 0.015 respectively) at 20 minutes. There was no significant difference between Group E and Group D (p=0.980). In Group D and E, a significant drop in systolic, diastolic and mean arterial pressures compared to baseline was observed after the study drugs were given. Groups were similar in terms of heart rate in the first 5 minutes however Groups E and D had lower heart rates compared to Group C starting from the 6th minute until the end of study period. Conclusion: Inhibiton of hemodynamic response to intubation may have negative results, and pharmacological interventions for this should be carried out with caution in critical patients and close hemodynamic monitorization should be kept in mind. Keywords: Dexmedetomidine, esmolol, ischemia-modified serum albumin
The Second Victim Phenomenon Experience of the Anesthesia Team: A Focus Group Study
Authors: Ayvat Pınar
Published: April 2023

Objective: As a result of the negative events experienced, the patient becomes the first victim, while the healthcare provider becomes the second victim. This situation is frequently experienced in the operating room (OR) and intensive care unit (ICU). Our aim is to reveal the problems and experiences of the anesthesia personnel working in OR / ICU regarding the second victim phenomenon (SVP) and to propose solutions. Methods: The research was conducted with the qualitative research method. Focus group interviews were conducted with six volunteer healthcare personnel working in OR / ICU. The data was written down and thematic content analysis was done through MAXQDA 22. Results: 5 main themes and 21 subthemes were reached. These main themes can be counted as the frequency of experiencing SVP, the main problems, emotions/feelings, coping methods, and suggestions/requests. The anesthesia team encountered the SVP frequently and this could be due to medical, violent, or technical reasons. In this situation, they felt worthlessness, helplessness, injustice, anger, and aggression. In order to cope with the SVP, they use methods such as self-suggestion, taking a break, calming down, and sharing with colleagues. As suggestions, they demanded psychological, legal, technical, managerial, physiotherapy, peer, and academic support as well as free time, elimination of patient complaints, and increased hospital security. Conclusion: The operating room and intensive care units are the busiest departments, and the frequency of adverse events is very high. Some of the situations that cause to feel SVP are preventable problems. Being aware of what you feel and how to overcome it will increase the quality of health service delivery and reduce the burnout status of health workers. Keywords: Patient safety, anesthesia, critical care
Research and design the taper angle of a single use piston
Authors: Ngô Tiến Sỹ , Ho Van Khanh
Published: April 2023

In this paper, using numerical simulation combined with experiment, the most suitable design for piston taper angle in the single use piston of the piston - cylinder system has been proposed. The research process shows that, when the piston has a taper angle of 12o for the design of the cylinder tail taper angle of 20o, the resulting deformation, the equivalent stress of the cylinder tail is the smallest as well as the deceleration time of the piston is the greatest, thereby increasing the tightness and minimizing the impact of the piston-cylinder collision on the sealing process and the operational reliability of the system. The results after the study are proven experimentally, the experimental results show that the simulation results are reliable and highly applicable. The results of the article are applied to manufacturing and testing 82 mm silent mortar systems.
Xây dựng thuật toán xác định luật thay đổi cặp cánh lái dạng liên tục của thiết bị bay hai kênh đạt yêu cầu về gia tốc pháp tuyến
Authors: To Thanh , Trần Đức Thuận
Published: April 2023

Bài báo trình bày giải pháp xây dựng thuật toán xác định luật thay đổi cặp cánh lái thiết bị bay hai kênh dạng liên tục đạt yêu cầu gia tốc pháp tuyến để thiết bị bay tiếp cận gặp mục tiêu cơ động trên không. Nội dung nghiên cứu tập trung vào xác định sự phụ thuộc của góc tấn và góc trượt cạnh vào góc lệch cánh lái, từ đó xây dựng biểu thức phụ thuộc của góc lệch cánh lái vào gia tốc pháp tuyến mong muốn. Thông qua việc phân tích mô hình toán mô tả động học bay của thiết bị bay trên cơ sở giả thiết điều kiện bay thực tế, nhóm tác giả đã xác định được luật thay đổi các cặp cánh lái là hàm điều hòa với tần số là tốc độ quay quanh trục dọc của thiết bị bay, còn biên độ và pha là hàm phụ thuộc vào đặc trưng thiết bị bay và gia tốc pháp tuyến mong muốn.
Impact of Media Technology on Child Development throughout the School
Authors: John Presious Jeo
Published: April 2023

The Impact of media technology on child development throughout the school is a complex and dynamic topic that requires careful examination. With the increasing prevalence of technology in our daily lives, it is important to understand how it affects children's development. This paper aims to explore the impact of media technology on children's cognitive, social, and emotional development throughout the school years. It will examine the potential benefits and drawbacks of media technology use, as well as the role of parents, teachers, and policymakers in regulating and supporting its use. Ultimately, this paper seeks to provide insights into how we can promote healthy and balanced media use to support children's development throughout their school years. Keywords: Media, Technology, School, Child development.
Analysis and Evaluation: Performance of Bank Through CAMEL Model, A Case Study of Selected Public and Private Banks in India
Authors:   MBA Dual Specialization Galgotias University, Raj Rohan
Published: April 2023

Performance evaluation of the banking sector is a powerful measure and indicator to test the stability of financial activities of an economy. In this study an attempt has been made to assess the performance & financial stability of selected Private and Public Banks in India of the year 2018. CAMEL techniques have been used to look at the financial strength of the chosen banks. Composite Rankings and Average has been implemented here to attain conclusion through the comparative and significant analysis of various parameters of CAMEL. HDFC bank is ranked first under the CAMEL analysis followed by Axis bank. ICICI occupied the third position. The fourth position is occupied by SBI, fifth by Bank of Baroda and the last position is occupied by Bank of India amongst all the selected banks.
Tata Laksana Anemia pada Anak dengan Penyakit Ginjal Kronik
Authors: Purnamasari Lina
Published: April 2023

Anemia merupakan salah satu masalah yang banyak dialami anak dengan penyakit ginjal kronik. Banyak faktor yang berperan dalam timbulnya anemia pada penyakit ginjal kronik. Dampak anemia pada anak dengan penyakit ginjal kronik adalah menurunnya kualitas hidup, gangguan fungsi organ, dan meningkatnya mortalitas. Ada beberapa modalitas tata laksana anemia pada anak penyakit ginjal kronik.
 
Anemia is the most common problem in children with chronic kidney disease. Many factors contribute for anemia risk in chronic kidney disease. The impact of anemia on children with chronic kidney disease are decreased quality of life, impaired organ function, and increased mortality. There are several modalities for the management of anemia in children with chronic kidney disease.
Efektivitas Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT) sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Kualitas Hidup Pasien Tinitus: Laporan Kasus Berbasis Bukti
Authors: Setiawan Ramadhany Fikri , Suryoadji Kemal Akbar , Bramantyo Brastho , Alviandi Widayat
Published: April 2023

Latar Belakang: Tinnitus retraining therapy (TRT), yang terdiri dari counseling therapy dan acoustic therapy, menjadi salah satu alternatif terapi tinitus. Namun, efektivitas TRT belum diketahui pasti. Tujuan: Mengetahui efektivitas TRT dalam meningkatkan kualitas hidup pasien tinitus. Metode: Laporan kasus berbasis bukti dengan mencari literatur dari pertanyaan klinis pada database Cochrane Library, Embase, ProQuest, PubMed, ScienceDirect, dan Scopus, dengan kata kunci sesuai pertanyaan klinis. Seleksi berdasarkan kriteria eligibilitas dan kesesuaian PICO, menghasilkan satu artikel kajian sistematik dan meta-analisis. Studi telah lolos telaah kritis sesuai pedoman Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine (CEBM) University of Oxford. Hasil: TRT memiliki overall response rate lebih tinggi dibandingkan terapi standar pada pasien tinitus (OR=7,01; IK 95%=5.16,9.53; p<0,00001; I2=0%; p=0,82). TRT memiliki skor tinnitus handicap inventory (THI) lebih rendah dibandingkan dengan terapi standar pada pasien tinitus (MD=-14.50; IK 95%=-16.65,-12.36; p<0,00001; I2= 8%; p=0,30). Simpulan: TRT efektif memperbaiki response rate terhadap tinitus dan menurunkan skor THI.
 
Background: Tinnitus greatly affects daily activities, which can interfere with the quality of life. Tinnitus retraining therapy (TRT) which consists of counseling therapy and acoustic therapy, is an alternative therapy for tinnitus. However, its effectiveness is not yet known. Objective: To determine the effectivity of TRT in improving the quality of life of tinnitus patients. Methods: This study is an evidence-based case report that searches the literature from clinical questions in databases from Cochrane Library, Embase, ProQuest, PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Scopus, using keywords that matched the clinical question. Studies were selected based on the PICO and eligibility criteria. The result is one systematic review and meta-analysis article. The study has been critically appraised using the Center for Evidence-Based Medicine (CEBM) University of Oxford instruments. Result: TRT has a higher overall response rate than standard therapy in tinnitus patients (OR=7.01; CI 95%=5.16, 9.53; p<0.00001; I2=0%, p=0.82). TRT has a lower tinnitus handicap inventory (THI) scale than standard therapy in tinnitus patients (MD=-14.50; CI 95%=-16.65,-12.36; p<0.00001; I2= 8%; p=0.30). Conclusion: TRT effectively improves response rate to tinnitus and lowers THI score.
Dampak Penggunaan Dot pada Proses Menyusui dan ASI Eksklusif
Authors: Celine
Published: April 2023

Penggunaan dot pada bayi menjadi salah satu kebiasaan yang diterapkan orang tua untuk menenangkan dan membuat bayi tidak rewel. Penggunaannya juga direkomendasikan untuk mencegah kematian mendadak pada bayi. Usia pengenalan dot dan intensitas penggunaannya bervariasi dan dapat memengaruhi proses ASI eksklusif serta risiko maloklusi gigi. WHO dan studi meta-analisis menjelaskan bahwa penggunaan dot berisiko menurunkan durasi menyusui dan mengganggu pemberian ASI eksklusif, sehingga nutrisi bayi tidak terpenuhi secara optimal. Namun, studi analisis uji acak klinis menunjukkan tidak ada hubungan bermakna antara penggunaan dot terhadap proses dalam pemberian ASI eksklusif; selain itu, penggunaan dot dapat sebagai penanda adanya masalah pada proses menyusui, sehingga belum terbukti jelas hubungan kausalitas antara penggunaan dot dan hambatan proses menyusui serta pemberian ASI eksklusif. Rekomendasi penggunaan dot masih bervariasi di berbagai negara.
 
Pacifier use is considered a method to soothe and calm infants. Pacifier use was also recommended to prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The age at introduction and intensity of pacifier use may vary and affect exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) and the risk of dental malocclusion. WHO and meta-analyses studies suggest that the use of pacifier carries risks of reducing breastfeeding duration and would interfere with the exclusive breastfeeding process, resulting in non-optimal child nutrition. Analytical studies on randomized controlled trials (RCT) showed no association between pacifier use and EBF, and pacifier use may serve as a marker to identify breastfeeding problems. The causal relationship between pacifier use and interruption in breastfeeding and EBF has not been clearly proven; recommendations for pacifier use in different countries may vary.
Elevating Factors Obedience Nurse in Application Principle Six Correct Giving Drug: Literature Reviews
Authors: Ayu Sri Wahyuni  , Suradi Efendi  , Nour Sriyanah
Published: April 2023

Nurse as direct officer give service to patient, expected capable develop and maintain procedure gift safe drug to use give service and protection best for patient. Objective studies literature This that is identify enhancing factor obedience nurse in application principle six Correct gift medicine. Method writing used namely Systematic Literature Review for browse various enhancing factor obedience nurse in gift medicine. Data retrieved is article around six correct principle gift drugs and enhancing factors obedience nurse. Literature from source Trusted in English and Indonesian with range publication 2004-2019. Collected data appropriate critical appraisal tool is carried out with desired goal achieved to 9. The results of the review show there is a number of factor related obedience nurse in gift drug that is good knowledge and attitude, existence of SOP and policies, burden no work  too excessive as well as working nurse  it's been a while. Study conclusion literature This that is possible factor increase obedience nurse in application principle six Correct gift drug is level knowledge, attitude, availability of SOP, load work and length of work nurse.
Pengaruh Promosi terhadap Keputusan Mahasiswa Menabung di Bank Mini Syariah
Authors: Jamil Abdul
Published: April 2023

The Small Sharia Bank Laboratory is a supporting and implementing facility for the Uin Sunan Ampel Surabaya program which is expected to be able to contribute to accelerating the development of sharia in Indonesia. Therefore, empowering the Mini Syariah Bank laboratory as a place to develop competencies both in the areas of intellectual, motor skills and skills in using Islamic banking media tools to increase the competency of Islamic finance and banking graduate students needs to be studied. This study aims to see the effect of promotion and knowledge on people's interest in making transactions at Mini Syariah Banks. The development of Islamic financial institutions in Indonesia has indeed experienced a significant increase, but this increase has not been accompanied by public knowledge about Islamic banks, especially in rural areas. So that in the end, many village people equate Islamic financial institutions with conventional financial institutions.
Peran Alumni dalam Pengembangan Ekonomi Pondok Pesantren Sunan Drajat
Authors: Juliyani Erly
Published: April 2023

Pondok Pesantren Sunan Drajat merupakan salah satu pesantren terbesar di Jawa Timur yang memiliki ribuan alumni yang tersebar di seluruh penjuru nusantara. Pessandra sebagai organisasi alumni resmi yang telah tersebar di berbagai daerah merupakan potensi besar dalam pengembangan ekonomi pesantren. Teknik analisis data menggunakan pengumpulan data sekunder, pemaparan, dan kesimpulan dengan melakukan pendekatan kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukan model pengembangan ekonomi pesantren dengan pessandra adalah sebagai berikut : Kemitraan, distributor wilayah, mapping daerah potensial, permodalan, warehouse, dan kerjasama dengan pesantren cabang. Peluang pengembangan ekonomi pesantren sangat luas karena pesantren merupakan basis kekuatan kultural yang menyatu dengan masyarakat sehingga pengembangan ekonomi akan membawa dampak ekonomi dan sosial bagi pesantren
Using Mind Mapping for English Vocabulary Teaching
Authors: Wu Wei , Zheng Weitong
Published: April 2023

This study aims to explore the application of mind mapping in English vocabulary teaching. The researchers conducted on-site teaching by using mind mapping at a higher vocational college in China and made a survey to study its effectiveness. Through practice, the authors found that using mind mapping to teach English vocabulary can enhance students' vocabulary memory and application, making learning more interesting and effective, and improving students' self-learning abilities. In addition, the researchers use Constructivism Theory and Knowledge Visualization Theory to analyze and discuss the survey structure in detail, and draw proper conclusions. The article also provides detailed guidance on how to use mind mapping to organize, classify, and review English vocabulary, and shares some practical teaching experience.
Implementing Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) in Kenya: Challenges and Lessons from South Korea and USA
Authors: Muchira John Munyui , Morris Richard J. , Wawire Brenda Aromu , Oh Chorong
Published: April 2023

This research examines the nature, enactment, and assessment of Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) models in the United States and South Korea to highlight lessons and strategies that Kenya can utilize to improve CBC implementation. A scoping review of various databases was conducted to search for peer-reviewed articles documenting empirical evidence on implementing and assessing CBC education models in the USA, South Korea, and Kenya. Two researchers from each country screened, extracted the data, and evaluated the records using a custom quality rating scale following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension checklist for scoping reviews. Evidence from the USA and South Korea indicated that the implementation of CBC resulted in improved problem-solving skills, lifelong learning skills, self-efficacy, and autonomy in learners. There is limited evidence from Kenya on the effect of CBC models on learners’ key competencies. Challenges in the three countries include lack of teacher training opportunities, low funding for implementation, inconsistent pedagogical approaches and assessment techniques. The Kenyan government and education stakeholders can address the CBC implementation challenges by using evidence from other studies and countries on teacher training and aligning goals at the school, local authority, regional authority, and national levels.
Reviewer Acknowledgements for Public Administration Research, Vol. 12, No. 1
Authors: Tai Gabriel
Published: April 2023

Reviewer acknowledgements for Public Administration Research, Vol. 12, No. 1, 2023.
Kompetenz in der Herkunftssprache fördert den Erwerb der Landessprache:
Authors: Gonçalves Maria de Lurdes , Flores Cristina , Rinke Esther , Torregrossa Jacopo
Published: April 2023

Basierend auf einer Studie mit 180 Kindern und Teenagern, die Portugiesisch als Herkunftssprache in der Schweiz sprechen, zeigt dieser Artikel, dass eine hohe Sprachkompetenz eines Kindes in seiner Herkunftssprache keinen negativen Einfluss auf seine Sprachentwicklung in der Mehrheits- bzw. Landessprache hat. Zudem wird aufgezeigt, dass die im herkunftssprachlichen Unterricht erworbene Literalität die Sprachkompetenz der Kinder in der Herkunftssprache positiv beeinflusst, insbesondere im Hinblick auf schwierige bzw. komplexe Strukturen in der Herkunftssprache oder solche, die Teil des formalen Registers sind.
Herkunftssprachen mittels mehrsprachigkeitsdidaktischer Aktivitäten in den Unterricht einbeziehen?
Authors: Lüthi Gabriela , Peyer Elisabeth
Published: April 2023

Das Einbeziehen der Herkunftssprachen in den Unterricht wird in der Schweiz insbesondere im Rahmen der Mehrsprachigkeitsdidaktik diskutiert. Dieser Artikel geht der Frage nach, wie Schüler:innen und Lehrpersonen mit mehrsprachigkeitsdidaktischen Aktivitäten umgehen, die einen solchen Einbezug vorsehen, und welche Effekte dabei beobachtet werden können. Dazu wurden 11-12-, bzw. 14-15-jährige Schüler:innen der Deutschschweiz gefilmt, wie sie in Dreiergruppen mehrsprachigkeitsdidaktische Aktivitäten lösen. Die entstandenen Videos wurden transkribiert und inhaltsanalytisch ausgewertet. Beispielhaft wird anhand einer éveil aux langues- und einer Sprachvergleichs-Aktivität aufgezeigt, welche intendierten Effekte (Sichtbarmachung, Interesse an den Sprachen) und nicht intendierten Effekte (Stereotypisierungen, Unbehagen, fehlendes Wissen) beobachtet werden konnten.
Positionspapier für einen integrierten Herkunftssprachenunterricht:
Authors: Zingg Irène
Published: April 2023

Wer gewinnt am meisten, wenn Lehrpersonen der Herkunftssprache bzw. der Regelstruktur zusammenarbeiten? Wie sehen solche Kooperationsmodelle einer integrativen Sprachbildung aus? Wann anerkennt die Bildungslandschaft die lebensweltliche Mehrsprachigkeit als Ressource? Warum spielt nur die Unterrichtssprache für die sprachliche Bildung eine Rolle?

Sprache gehört zur Souveränität des Menschen – Kenntnisse in Herkunfts- und Migrationssprachen zu haben, ist gelebte Transkulturalität. Trotz der beschworenen Sprachenvielfalt im Gemeinsamen europäischen Referenzrahmen für Sprachen sind die Herkunftssprachen – also die Familien- und/oder Erstsprachen – immer noch nicht Bestandteil der sprachregionalen Lehrpläne der Schweiz.
Reading Mixed Buildings from the Perspective of Public Space: The Case of Zorlu Center
Authors: Şahin Fatih , Sennou Youssef
Published: April 2023

Mixed buildings bring together different functional units scattered throughout the city and show their users a new face of public space under a single roof. While the spatial qualities that shape the architecture at the design stage offer goals that improve public life, they highlight the continuity of the urban fabric within contextual implications. Large-scale mixed buildings are strongly involved in the urban pattern as a building typology that is being applied and scaled up more and more day by day; with its large volumes in the combined parcels, it determines not only the quantity of its own areas but also the quality of the urban area. Mixed buildings should have a feature that is responsive to human movements, and that communicates through the public spaces they create, not with two-dimensional surfaces in the areas where they come into contact with the city. Living and moving spaces are shaped by architectural structures and systems. In this sense, architectural spaces prepare the ground for the formation of contemporary experience beyond visual interaction. In the study, the changing qualities in the relationship between physical architecture and thematic formations that shape the design of Zorlu Center were examined through spatial analysis. These analyzes made on mixed building designs and discourses, which are at the center of current discussions, have brought a different perspective to the phenomenon of public space in memory with site-specific shaping and design decisions, and an infrastructure that will allow the production of information for new designs has been constructed.
Physical Planning Approaches of Today s Cemeteries: Kayseri Asri Cemetery Case
Authors: Moda Ahmet , Öztürk Kurtaslan Banu
Published: April 2023

In this study, planning and design features of cemeteries were investigated by considering the development of cemetery concept in Turks and characteristics that determine the cemetery usage status and form were investigated. In the study, visitors’ satisfaction degree of their visits to Kayseri Asri Cemetery in Kayseri City centre which is continuing to grow have been examined.
As a study area, Kayseri Asri Cemetery and the evaluation of the visitor satisfaction survey, firstly the compliance of the cemetery with the planning criteria was examined in general. The survey data of 384 people were analysed with the help of SPSS Statistics program, and the data obtained were presented in graphical form.
At the end of the research, some problems were determined in terms of design in parking lot, pedestrian and vehicle access, reinforcement elements, plant design in Kayseri Asri Cemetery. In addition, it is seen that the majority of the people of Kayseri do not want to spend time other than their use for visiting cemeteries. This situation was caused by the fact that the cemetery was not designed to include park and park-like areas and which may serve passive recreation.
Criminalidades, Direito e Justiça no Mundo Ibérico
Authors: Subtil José
Published: April 2023

Quais as relações de reciprocidade entre a criminalidade e a ordem social? Como é que a legislação penal contribuiu para o controle da ordem e a cidadania? Quais as formas encontradas pelo poder para vigiar as diversidades identitárias que emergiram com a afirmação do capitalismo? Como identificar os limites e as insuficiências do direito e das organizações judiciárias para imporem a segurança? E quais as fontes arquivísticas mais adequadas para suportarem e apoiarem estas investigações? Para responder a essas questões, este livro reúne diversos especialistas com interesse comum em compreender a criminalidade nos espaços transfronteiriços do mundo ibérico contemporâneo. Pretende-se contribuir para os estudos sobre a administração da justiça, a história do direito e a história da legislação penal.
INTERFERENCE PATTERN OF THE WAVE FIELD OF TWO SOURCES IN THE NEAR FIELD OF OBSERVATION
Authors: Khachatrian A. Zh. , Parsamyan A. N. , Elbakyan E. E. , Torchyan K. A.
Published: April 2023

The paper considers the problem of an approximate wave field in the so-called near, middle and far zones of observation. The possibility of introducing a more accurate than the Fresnel approximation, the so-called quasi-exact approximation, is indicated. For the interference problem usually considered in the Fresnel approximation, the intensity distribution in the near field of observation is obtained. It is shown that the positions of intensity maxima in the near zone of observation are determined by a cubic equation.
A Two-Dimensional Unsteady FDTD Model for Radon Transport with Multiple Sources Emanation from Soil Layers
Authors: Bezzout H. , El Ouardy E. H. , Meskini N. , El Faylali H.
Published: April 2023

A two-dimensional numerical model for radon transport based on the finite difference time domain (FDTD) method have been developed. The model is governed by the radon transport equation taking into account the mechanisms of diffusion, advection, and decay. The purpose of this model is to simulate the evolution of radon concentration which can be influenced by various parameters including depth and diffusion coefficient of the soil layer plus the velocity and initial concentration of radon. The obtained results were compared to an analytical solution to demonstrate the ability of this model for predicting the spatio-temporal evolution of radon transport in the porous media of soil layers.
Patient-Specific Pre-Treatment VMAT Plan Verification Using Gamma Passing Rates
Authors: Arsalan M. Z. , Kakakhel M. B. , Shamshad M. , Afridi T. A.
Published: April 2023

Continuous gantry motion, continuous beam modulation, and variable dose rate are used in volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) to obtain highly conformal radiation therapy dose distributions. Several errors during daily radiation therapy treatment can be sources of uncertainties in dose delivery. These errors include monitor unit calculation errors and other human mistakes. Due to the uncertainties in the excessively modulated VMAT plan, the intended dose distribution is not delivered perfectly, leading to a mismatch between the measured and planned dose distributions. This necessitates an extensive and effective quality assurance (QA) program for both machine and patient. In this study, VMAT QA plan verification of 62 head and neck (HN) and 19 prostate cases was done using Octavius 4D setup with its associating VeriSoft gamma analysis software. The plans showed a maximum 3D gamma passing rate with 4 mm/3 % gamma acceptance criteria, i.e., 99.7 % for the HN cancer cases and 99.5 % for the prostate cancer cases. Local gamma analysis was also performed for both regions. Furthermore, 2D and volumetric gamma analyses were also carried out. Gamma analysis with respect to different axis was also carried out. It was known that the transversal axis showed    the highest gamma passing rate in both HN and prostate cases, i.e., 99.17 % and 98.3 %, respectively. The transverse axis came to be a better fit for the planned dose distribution.
Initial values of skeletal muscle parameters in patients presenting with acute pancreatitis
Authors: IŞIKLAR Aysun , KUZAN Taha Yusuf
Published: April 2023

Objective: Predicting the clinical course of acute pancreatitis has been discussed previously on the basis of visceral adipose tissue. This study was conducted to determine the relationship between clinical outcomes of acute pancreatitis and changes in skeletal muscle parameters.

Method: This is a single-center, cross-sectional, retrospective study. Patients who were diagnosed with acute pancreatitis between 01-28 February 2019 and had abdominal computed tomography (CT) taken in the first week of their hospitalization were included in the study. L3 level of abdominal CT images were used to evaluate skeletal muscle parameters.

Results: During the hospital database scanning, 127 patients newly diagnosed with acute pancreatitis were included in the study. The median age was 50 (18-88) years, 47% were male, and 53% were female. The median body mass index (BMI) was 26,42 (19.4-46.8) kg/m2. Fifty-one % of patients were diagnosed with biliary acute pancreatitis, and 48.8% were diagnosed with non-biliary acute pancreatitis. At the same time, acute pancreatitis severity was classified according to revised Atlanta criteria, 67.7% were mild (n = 86), 28.3% were moderate (n = 36) and 5 (3.9%) patients were severe. Skeletal muscle mass was evaluated using the total psoas index (TPI) and, skeletal muscle density calculated by HU. Median TPI was 6.3 (2.5-13.7). The median of Hounsfield Unit (HU) average calculation was 18.9 (3.8-28.5) (Table 1). There were no statistically significant differences on sex, age, BMI, skeletal muscle parameters, and acute pancreatitis clinical outcome (Table 2).

Conclusion: Skeletal muscle parameters determined by TPI and HU were not a predictor of the clinical course, and viewing them always cannot effectively investigate their effect on acute pathologies. So, this way couldn't be proposed as a perfect method for predicting the clinical outcome of acute pancreatitis.
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children with disabilities and their parents or caregivers
Authors: Capan Nalan , Özyemişçi Taşkıran Özden , Karadağ Saygı Evrim , Yılmaz Yalçınkaya Ebru , Hüner Berrin , Aydın Resa
Published: April 2023

Objectives: The study aimed to determine the impact of the pandemic on parents/caregivers and children with neurologic disabilities.

Patients and methods: This multi-center cross-sectional study was conducted with 309 parents/caregivers (57 males, 252 females) and their 309 children (198 males, 111 females) with disabilities between July 5, 2020, and August 30, 2020. The parents/caregivers were able to answer the questions and had internet access. The survey included questions on the utilization of educational and health care services (whether they could obtain medicine, orthosis, botulinum toxin injection, or rehabilitation) during the pandemic. A Likert scale was used to evaluate the effect of the specific health domains, including mobility, spasticity, contractures, speech, communication, eating, academic, and emotional status. The Fear of COVID-19 Scale was used to assess fear of COVID-19.

Results: Among the children, 247 needed to visit their physician during the pandemic; however, 94% (n=233) of them could not attend their physician appointment or therapy sessions. The restricted life during the first wave of the pandemic in Türkiye had negatively affected 75% of the children with disabilities and 62% of their parents. From the perspective of the parents/caregivers, mobility, spasticity, and joint range of motion of the children were affected. Forty-four children required repeated injections of botulinum toxin; however, 91% could not be administered. The Fear of COVID-19 Scale scores were significantly higher in the parents who could not bring their children to the routine physician visit (p=0.041).

Conclusion: During the pandemic, access to physical therapy sessions was disrupted in children with neurological disabilities, and this may have harmful consequences on the functional status of children.
Can isokinetic test be a supportive tool for unilateral knee arthroplasty decision?
Authors: Saral İlknur , Sürücü Serkan , Tekeci Esra , Ağırman Mehmet , Mahiroğulları Mahir , Çakar Engin
Published: April 2023

Objectives: This study analyzed whether the isokinetic muscle strength of bilateral knee osteoarthritis patients undergoing unilateral total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a predictor for prior surgery side.

Patients and methods: In the prospective study conducted between April 2021 and December 2021, 58 knees of 29 unilateral TKA candidates (6 males, 23 females; mean age: 66.7±7.4 years; range, 53 to 81 years) were enrolled. The patients were divided into surgical (n=29)and nonsurgical (n=29) groups. The knees of patients with bilateral knee osteoarthritis (Stage III or IV) according to the Kellgren-Lawrence (KL) scale were scheduled for unilateral TKA. An isokinetic testing system was used to assess knee flexor and extensor muscle strength (peak torque) at angular velocities of 60°/sec and 180°/sec (five cycles per velocity). The radiological (X-ray-based KL scale and magnetic resonance imaging-based quadriceps angle) and clinical findings (isokinetic test and Visual Analog Scale pain scores) in both groups were compared.

Results: The mean symptom duration was 10±5.4 years. The KL score and quadriceps angle showed no significant differences (p=0.056 and p=0.663, respectively). Isokinetic test results were in accordance with the clinical results of the surgery group. In the isokinetic evaluation, both the 60°/sec concentric extension (35.00 vs. 46.00, p=0.002) and flexion peak torque (18.00 vs. 26.00, p=0.001) values were significantly lower in the surgical group than in the nonsurgical group.

Conclusion: Isokinetic testing can be a supportive tool for assessing the prior side of TKA in patients with bilateral knee osteoarthritis. Further studies are required to support these findings.
Orthostatic tremor after knee contusion without head trauma: A rare case report
Authors: Kim San-Ha , Han Jae-Young , Song Min-Keun , Choi In Sung , Park Hyeng-Kyu
Published: April 2023

Orthostatic tremor (OT) is an uncommon progressive movement disorder that involves a leg tremor when standing or weight bearing. Additionally, OT can accompany other medical or neurodegenerative disorders. In this article, we report an unusual case of OT after trauma in an 18-year-old male patient whose symptoms of OT have been resolved after a multimodal therapeutic approach, including botulinum toxin injection. Surface electromyography, including a tremor recording, was used for the diagnosis of OT. The patient completely recovered after the rehabilitation. A comprehensive rehabilitative treatment is required in the management of OT as the patient’s quality of life is greatly affected.
Aplicación del Artículo 143 del COIP, determinando el Delito del Sicariato en adolescentes infractores a partir de 16 Años
Authors: Murgueytio-Estupiñán Gabriela Andrea , Montaño-Hurtado Juan Eliecer
Published: April 2023

El objetivo de este estudio se focalizó en analizar  la aplicación del artículo 143 del Código Orgánico Integral Penal (COIP), determinando el delito del sicariato en adolescentes infractores a partir de 16 años. La metodología asumida en el estudio fue bajo el diseño no experimental, de campo, de nivel descriptivo, fundamentada en una investigación documental y bibliográfica. Se utilizó el método analítico sintético con respecto a diferentes artículos y tesis donde se daban a conocer diferentes puntos de vista sobre la temática. La población estuvo conformada por un grupo heterogéneo de 38 personas entre jueces, abogados y operadores de justicia de la ciudad de Guayaquil. A los efectos de recabar datos se aplicó la técnica de la encuesta y como instrumento un cuestionario. Los resultados indican que un 87% consideró que el delito del sicariato en el Guayaquil cometido por adolescentes ha sufrido un incremento importante; un 82% se inclinó a contestar que la responsabilidad penal atenuada es un factor del aumento de este delito en la ciudad de Guayaquil: el 84% de los participantes consideró que las medidas socio educativas de internamiento para el menor infractor en caso del sicariato, no son acordes al grado de gravedad del hecho cometido y 76% opinó que se debe procesar en la jurisdicción común el delito del sicariato en adolescentes a partir de 16 años de edad. Se concluye que; se requiere de un trabajo en conjunto de las autoridades y responsables en esta materia para por un lado garantizar el derecho a la vida de los ciudadanos contemplados en la Carta Magna, velar por el derecho de la niñez y adolescencia y establecer la sanción acorde al delito para evitar la impunidad.
Análisis de la gestión científica y tecnológica de la Universidad Técnica Luis Vargas Torres de Esmeraldas
Authors: Estacio Tarira Jorge Luis , Mosquera Castillo Betty Verónica , Angulo Montaño Carmen Rocío , Navarrete Villavicencio Marco Vinicio
Published: April 2023

Se presenta un análisis del modelo de gestión científica y tecnológica de la Universidad Técnica Luis Vargas Torres de Esmeraldas. Se realizó una investigación de tipo descriptiva. Los resultados muestran que existe un alto grado de existencia de la variable régimen de gestión en la universidad, mientras que la variable innovación tecnológica tiene un moderado grado de existencia, lo que indica el fortalecimiento del proceso de investigación y desarrollo en el ámbito universitario.
Aplicación de las TIC para el desarrollo de macro destrezas lingüísticas: breves consideraciones
Authors: Becerra García Adriana , Moncayo Arroyo Olga , Castillo Martínez Gladys
Published: April 2023

Este artículo se orienta a investigar y recolectar información relacionada con el uso de las TIC para el desarrollo de las macro destrezas lingüísticas y cómo estas herramientas tecnológicas son incorporadas en el currículo de la clase. En las conclusiones se aporta algunas ideas sobre estrategias metodológicas que se pueden utilizar en el salón de clase con el uso de Tecnología de Información y Comunicación. Para este efecto se ha realizado una investigación bibliográfica y un análisis con un enfoque cualitativo en cuanto a la aplicación de las mismas en el desarrollo de las macro destrezas lingüísticas. El paradigma cualitativo interpretativo, también llamado fenomenológico, naturalista, humanista o etnográfico ha sido la guía para el desarrollo de este artículo porque se centra en comprender e interpretar la importancia de las TIC en el desarrollo de las macro destrezas lingüísticas. Se considera importante la necesidad de una mayor capacitación para conocer, aprender e incorporar estas herramientas en el currículo, para lograr un proceso de enseñanza y aprendizaje activo y efectivo. Finalmente, se ha establecido las recomendaciones para incorporar las TIC como herramientas importantes para el desarrollo de las macro destrezas lingüísticas.
Diseño de un controlador inteligente para un sistema de calefacción residencial
Authors: Erazo-Velasco Ismael Elías , Macas-Mendoza David Ricardo , Mina-González Nayzer Frank , Estupiñan-Estupiñan Yilmar Jonathan , Barre-Cedeño Katherin Nicolle
Published: April 2023

Introducción: El proceso de diseño de un sistema de control incluye una serie de pasos que permiten determinar las especificaciones deseadas del sistema controlado, los elementos apropiados requeridos para construir el sistema de control y finalmente diseñar el controlador apropiado. Objetivo: Desarrollar un controlador inteligente para el sistema de calefacción, que tomará decisiones para regular la temperatura automáticamente, manteniendo una temperatura agradable en la oficina, edificios, hogar, etc., a través de la medición de la temperatura externa y por cambiar el valor de la temperatura a la que debe funcionar la caldera. Metodología: La metodología aplicada es tipo experimental donde se utilizó la herramienta informático MATLAB/Simulink junto que el Toolbox Fuzzy Logic, el mismo que se encargó de realizar el análisis y modelado del control intligente, la cual se desarrolló de dos formas, usando la teoría de control clásica para y para el segundo usando lógica difusa. Resultados: Mirando los dos métodos, podemos usar un controlador PID, pero necesitamos conocer el modelo matemático para configurar lo correctamente, que en la mayoría de los casos es imposible encontrarlo, esto es una desventaja, mientras que con el segundo método no necesitas conocer el modelo matemático, pero su mayor desventaja es que necesitas conocer las reglas semánticas que rigen el sistema, y   la desventaja es que la acción de control es un poco más lenta que usar un PID y conocer un modelo matemático. Conclusión: Siempre es mejor usar un controlador PID cuando se conoce un modelo matemático, en caso de que no se sepa nada sobre las ecuaciones que rigen nuestro sistema, es mucho mejor usar un controlador difuso.