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Geotechnical properties of Cape Flats sands
Authors: Fouché N , Day P W
Published: July 2022

The sand-covered coastal plain connecting the Cape Peninsula mountain chain to the southwestern Cape mainland is known as the Cape Flats. The whitish windblown sands covering this area of approximately 460 km2, referred to as the Quaternary sands of the Cape Flats, provide founding for the rapid and ongoing development in the area. A knowledge of the geotechnical properties and engineering behaviour of these sands is essential for design of suitable foundations for proposed structures and earthworks associated with such developments. By combining, analysing and interpreting the wealth of existing and available geotechnical information from previous and new soil investigations undertaken in the area, the Quaternary-aged sands of the Witzand, Springfontyn and Langebaan Formations from the Cape Flats were characterised in terms of their physical properties and engineering behaviour. The sands from the study area were classified based on their grading, Atterberg limits, maximum dry density and optimum moisture content, minimum dry density, California Bearing Ratio (CBR), erodibility and corrosivity, and characterised in terms of their compressibility, shear strength, permeability, volumetric behaviour during shear including liquefaction potential, in-situ density and moisture content and specific gravity. The Cape Flats sands were found to be highly variable (with both inter- and intra-formation variation), with a wide range in many material properties, principally a function of soil texture, gradation and degree of cementation. The findings of this research may be used to form initial appreciation of the likely properties of the material and potential problem areas.
Investigating the behaviour factor and seismic response of structural wall systems in low- to medium-rise buildings when soil-structure interaction is considered
Authors: Visagie P W W , Haas T N , van Zijl G P A G
Published: July 2022

Practicing engineers typically follow linear methods for seismic design and assessment, confining their approach to the requirements of SANS 10160-4 (SANS 2017). This generally leads to a conservative design, leaving little space to apply additional tools for design refinement. Soil-structure interaction has beneficial effects for most building structures under seismic action. However, incorporating soil-structure interaction in the analysis influences the fundamental period, damping and ductility, and will therefore influence the behaviour factor prescribed by design codes. The behaviour factor is necessary for linear methods (force-based methods) to predict the nonlinear behaviour of the structure. This investigation assessed the current behaviour factor for reinforced concrete walls in low- to medium-rise buildings, as prescribed by SANS 10160-4 (SANS 2017), when soil-structure interaction is incorporated in the analysis. The buildings were initially designed and detailed using linear methods, with the prescribed behaviour factor, and then tested using nonlinear methods that do not require the use of a behaviour factor.
THE CABO DELGADO INSURGENCY AND MOZAMBIQUE’S OBLIGATION TO PROVIDE FOREIGN INVESTORS WITH FULL PROTECTION AND SECURITY
Authors: Koen Louis
Published: July 2022

Mozambique is currently facing a violent and rapidly escalating insurgency within its Cabo Delgado province. The province is rich in mineral resources and has attracted substantial foreign investment. In terms of most of its bilateral investment treaties, Mozambique has agreed to provide foreign investors with full protection and security (FPS) within its territory. This article explores the extent of a state’s obligations to foreign investors under the FPS standard in international investment law. It finds that tribunals have adopted diverging interpretations of the standard and critiques several of these approaches. In particular, it expresses concern over the extent to which investment law forces the state to choose between protecting its people and protecting investors’ assets. It also reflects on what these diverging interpretations mean for Mozambique and the extent to which it may be liable to compensate investors for harm caused to their property by the insurgents. It is argued that investment tribunals should be alive to the various demands on state resources and not simply base liability on the foreseeability of harm. It also concludes by suggesting that Mozambique should seek an agreement with its treaty partners to temporarily restrict the extent of its liability under the FPS standard.
RE-THINKING FORFEITURE OF PATRIMONIAL BENEFITS WHEN A MARRIAGE DISSOLVES THROUGH DEATH
Authors: Siyabonga Sibisi
Published: July 2022

People marry for different reasons; some marry for love, companionship, the desire to procreate or social security; others just marry for money. The law should provide spouses that are innocent of any marital misconduct with financial protection at the end of the marriage. At the same time, the law ought to make sure that nobody benefits from a marriage that he or she has wrecked through marital misconduct at the expense of another. Section 9 of the Divorce Act 70 of 1979 seeks to achieve this by providing for forfeiture of patrimonial benefits. Over the years, our courts have clarified the application of this provision. However, some questions remain. Is it sufficient only to have regard to the duration of the marriage, the circumstances that gave rise to the breakdown of the marriage and substantial misconduct? Should our courts not look to other factors? Should section 9 not apply when a marriage ends through death under questionable circumstances? This article seeks to address these questions.
THE AGENCY PROBLEM IN TRADE UNIONS: A CASE FOR ENFORCING TRADE UNION LEADERSHIP ACCOUNTABILITY IN NAMIBIA’S LABOUR LAWS
Authors: Eugene Lizazi Libebe  , Tapiwa Victor Warikandwa
Published: July 2022

Namibia’s public and private sectors have encountered substantial industrial or strike action. This article highlights the agency problem that arises between trade union leaders or bargaining agents and the employees or the workers they represent during collective bargaining. The agency problem is a conflict of interest inherent in any relationship where one party is expected to act in another’s best interests. How to ensure that the agent acts solely in the interest of the principal is a challenge. The agency problem can occur in companies, non-governmental organisations, professional institutions, governmental bodies or trade unions. Namibian labour laws provide for freedom of association, which includes the freedom to form and join trade unions, and also entrenches fundamental labour rights and protections, and regulates collective labour relations among others. However, the legal framework is silent as to what happens if union leaders or representatives act in bad faith and sign collective agreements that are not in the best interest of their members. This contribution argues that trade union representatives should be held accountable for failing to deliver on their mandates. Compromised trade union leadership or political intrigue in unionism needs to be addressed to minimise the agency problem in industrial action in future. Labour law practitioners should explore effective strategies to address this conundrum and ensure that the best interests of workers are upheld by trade union leaders. Trade unions must be transformative socio-economic movements to remain relevant and sustainable in Namibia or elsewhere. This can be achieved through law reform and by integrating the principles of the law of agency in labour laws to enforce trade union leadership accountability.
Evaluation of qualitative and quantitative taste alterations in COVID-19
Authors: Cazzolla Angela Pia , Lovero Roberto , Spirito Francesca , Di Cosola Michele , Santacroce Luigi , Lo Muzio Eleonora , Ciavarella Domenico , Dioguardi Mario , Crincoli Vito , Pepe Maria , Varraso Lucia , Contino Renato , Di Serio Francesca , Lo Muzio Lorenzo
Published: July 2022

Taste dysfunctions occur in a large proportion of COVID-19 patients. This observational study compared interleukin-6 (IL-6) levels in mild and moderate COVID-19 patients with the type (quantitative or qualitative) of taste disorders. The 208 COVID-19 patients (118 men and 90 women) showing only taste dysfunctions as prodromic symptoms were classified as mild and moderate patients. The evaluation of the taste disorder was carried out using a survey. The IL-6 levels were measured with a chemiluminescence assay. Statistical analysis was performed using the Wilcoxon rank, Welch’s, and Mann-Whitney tests (p <0.05). The results showed that there were no statistically significant differences in the perception of sour and salty, nor in the presence of dysgeusia and phantogeusia in moderate versus mild patients (p>0.05). However, there were statistically significant differences in the perception of umami, bitter, sweet, and the presence of parageusia in moderate versus mild patients (p<0.05). There was an impairment of multiple tastes up to ageusia in patients with high IL-6 levels. The results showed that dysfunctions in the perception of sweet, bitter, umami, and the presence of parageusia can be considered as signs of more severe forms of COVID-19.
Circulating cytokine profile and modulation of regulatory T cells in chronic hepatitis B patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Authors: He Wang , Hao Shu , Dong Xiaohui , Zhang Dandan , Jia Zhen
Published: July 2022

The risk of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is higher in patients with diabetes mellitus, and diabetes mellitus is one of the metabolic complications of HBV infection. However, the cytokine profile of chronic hepatitis B (CHB) patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is not fully understood. The aim of this study was to investigate the cytokine expression profile in CHB patients with T2DM, and to assess the regulatory function of cytokines to regulatory T cells (Tregs). Forty-four T2DM patients, 39 CHB patients, 17 patients with CHB and T2DM, and 21 control subjects were enrolled. Cytokine levels in the plasma were measured by Luminex multiplex assay. CD4+CD25+CD127dim/- Tregs were detected by flow cytometry. Tregs were purified and stimulated with recombinant human interleukin-15 (IL-15). The regulation of IL-15 on Tregs function was investigated by measuring cell number, IL-10/IL-35 secretion, and mRNA expression of immune checkpoint molecules in a Tregs+PBMC co-culture system. We found that levels of IL-1α, IL-6, and IL-33 were upregulated, while IFN-α, IL-2, IL-7, and IL-15 were downregulated in T2DM and CHB patients. CHB patients with T2DM had even lower plasma IL-7 and IL-15 levels. Tregs percentage was elevated in T2DM and CHB patients. CHB patients with T2DM had increased levels of Tregs, which correlated negatively with IL-15. Tregs showed stronger inhibitory activity in CHB patients with T2DM than in controls, T2DM, and CHB patients, which presented as reduction in cellular proliferation and induction of IL-10/IL-35 secretion. IL-15 suppressed Tregs function and inhibited the expression of immune checkpoint molecules in Tregs. The current data suggest that insufficient IL-15 levels and decreased responsiveness of Tregs to IL-15 signaling might contribute to strong immune dysfunction in CHB patients with T2DM.
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The effect of artificial aging on color, glossiness, pendulum hardness and adhesion to the surface of black poplar wood treated with UV curable varnish
Authors: AYATA Ümit , ÇAKICIER Nevzat , GÜRLEYEN Levent
Published: July 2022

Black poplar wood is used for the manufacture of furniture, paneling, and plywood. In this study, the relationship between 3 and 5 layers of UV system varnish applied to black poplar (Populus nigra L.) wood and artificial aging was investigated. In addition, before and after aging (252 and 504 hours), color parameters (∆E*, ∆L*, ∆a*, ∆b*, L*, a*, and b*), glossiness, pendulum hardness, and surface adhesion resistance (pull-off) tests were performed on varnished materials. According to the results obtained, for both varnish types, a decrease in surface adhesion resistance and L* value was determined with the increase of aging time after aging conditions with UVB-313 lamps, while increases were determined for a* and b* values. ∆E* values were found to be higher than that of the 3-layer application. In addition, it was determined that the measurements made in all directions and degrees glossiness for both varnish applications decreased with increasing aging time. It was observed that the pendulum hardness of the surfaces with 3 coats application was higher than that of the 5 coat application, while decreases were observed at the end of the 252 hours in both varnish types, while an increase was obtained at the end of the 504 hours. As a result, it is recommended to use this material in line with the usage areas according to the ambient conditions of the desired hardness resistance (space floor preference).
Capsular Contraction Syndrome. Review. Methods of Prevention and Treatment. Part 2
Authors: Ivanov D. I. , Nikitin V. N.
Published: July 2022

The article describes the existing methods of preventing the occurrence and progression of capsule bag fibrosis. The types of used treatment are listed and structured. Key aspects of the principles of surgical treatment are highlighted. They are aimed to eliminate the dislocation of the IOL-fibrous capsular bag complex. Special attention is paid to the methods of suture and sutureless fixation of the IOL to the sclera or iris. The author’s techniques are given. Variants of fixing devices were used. The risks of possible complications were analyzed. Conclusion: capsular syndrome is an actual problem that requires attention and search for optimal treatment methods, depending on comprehensive assessment of the initial condition.
Features of the Biomechanical Parameters of the Eye Fibrous Membrane and the Index of the Biomechanical Glaucoma Factor in Various Clinical Situations
Authors: Apostolova A. S. , Malyshev A. V. , Sergienko A. A. , Petrosyan I. A. , Slavova M. A. , Ponomareva N. N.
Published: July 2022

Objective: to analyze the biomechanical parameters of the eye fibrous membrane and the biomechanical glaucoma factor (screening index for low-pressure glaucoma) studied by the Oculus Corvis ST device in various clinical situations.

Patients and Methods: the study included 382 eyes, 181 eyes with glaucoma (47 %), 201 eyes without glaucoma (53 %). Patients were divided into groups: without glaucoma, with glaucoma (POAG, NTG, PEG), with keratotomy, depending on the CCT and axial length. Corneal tomography and biomechanical parameters were measured using Pentacam (Oculus) and Corvus ST, respectively.

Results in patients without glaucoma, the stiffness of the eye increases with age (increasing SSI). Even higher SSI in the PEX group. Higher BGF values compared to the control. With PEG, the CCT is thinner, p = 0.005, bIOP is higher than p = 0.038, SSI is higher than p = 0.00 than in the control. With NTG, the CCT is thinner, p = 0.002, bIOP is lower than p = 0.000, DA ratio, R is higher (p = 0.000) than in the control. In all groups, BGF is higher than in the control (POAG p = 0.016, PEG and NTG p = 0.000). With ketatotomy, DA ratio, R and SP-A1 p = 0.000, lower than with myopia, and SST is higher, p = 0.000, BGF is almost twice as high. With a thin cornea, the DA ratio, R, SP-A1 (p = 0.000) and SSI p = 0.044 are lower than in the control, BGF is higher than p = 0.000. With a axial length of more than 24.00 mm below the DA ratio p = 0.034, BGF above p = 0.000.

Conclusion: with age, with different CCT, with increasing axial length, with different forms of glaucoma and keratotomy, the indicators of the fibrous membrane of the eye change.
Tecnologías de IoT eficaces para una plataforma de agricultura 4.0
Authors: Tovar Soto Jhonatan Paolo , Pareja Figueredo Carlos Francisco , Gutiérrez Martínez Luis Carlos
Published: July 2022

Este artículo presenta una selección de tecnologías eficaces del Internet de las cosas para un modelo de Agricultura 4.0, mediante un estadístico numérico. Primero, se recopiló información revisando las herramientas utilizadas en plataformas de monitoreo agrícola, luego se hizo una selección por medio de funciones de estimación de parámetros normalizados que proporcionan gráficos de agrupamiento, para determinar las que poseen mayor ventaja y son más útiles para la plataforma de Internet de las cosas. Los resultados de esta selección evidencian que las tecnologías de bajo costo, con menor consumo de energía y más fáciles de implementar son Sigfox, tarjeta TTGO y Raspberry Pi, y los lenguajes más utilizados son Java y Python. Por último, se definió un esquema de conexión para Agricultura 4.0, que puede ser útil para pequeños productores del campo.
Kanban como herramienta de mejora de procesos productivos
Authors: Cárdenas Parada Naslesly Liliana , Jaimes Cerveleón Leonor
Published: July 2022

En todos los procesos se encuentran fallas, mermas y puntos críticos, que de no ser detectados a tiempo pueden generar grandes pérdidas económicas que afectan las partes involucradas en un proceso, como los operarios, los stakeholders de la empresa, materiales, insumos, equipos y maquinaria. Este artículo presenta una herramienta de mejora para los procesos de producción, con base en el método Kanban, que permite disminuir esas fallas, facilitando la organización de las tareas y actividades de la operación. Así mismo, facilita la auto-organización, incrementando su eficiencia. La aplicación correcta del método posibilita la mejora continua, disminuyendo el desperdicio de los materiales y los reprocesos.
Sistema de Gestión de Trabajos Informales en Zonas Residenciales
Authors: Bozón Castillo Julia Stefany , Núñez Mariño César Alejandro , Suárez López Diana Milena
Published: July 2022

Esta investigación tiene como propósito desarrollar una app móvil, que mediante códigos QR brinde acceso a la búsqueda, publicación y valoración de los servicios o productos que se ofrecen en los conjuntos residenciales de la ciudad de Barranquilla, teniendo en cuenta que muchos residentes promocionan sus servicios de manera informal o mediante carteles pegados en las zonas comunes y no se dan a conocer de manera eficiente y oportuna. La llegada de la pandemia modificó la forma de hacer negocios, ya que gracias a la implementación de la tecnología y al uso frecuente de teléfonos inteligentes se puede llegar más fácilmente a los clientes, evitando la interacción social. Con base en esto, se propone un sistema innovador que gestione la oferta y demanda de los servicios o productos de manera confiable.
Estado de los planes estratégicos en seguridad vial de la ciudad de Barranquilla
Authors: Usta-Caicedo José David , Díaz Orozco Olga Marcela , Pacheco-Molina Antonio José
Published: July 2022

Introducción: La seguridad vial busca generar medidas preventivas para disminuir la tasa de mortalidad en los siniestros de tránsito, enfocado en los hábitos y conductas en la vía, garantizando la preservación de la vida. En Barranquilla, en el año 2018 se registraron un total de 107 fallecidos. En cuanto a las empresas que han radicado el plan estratégico de seguridad vial (PESV) en el año 2018 fueron 248 de las cuales 105 han sido avalados por parte de secretaria de tránsito y seguridad vial de Barranquilla.Objetivo: Analizar el estado de los planes estratégicos en seguridad vial radicados ante la secretaria de tránsito y seguridad vial de Barranquilla durante el año 2018.Métodos: El diseño de la investigación fue enmarcado en un paradigma empírico analítico y un método de investigación cuantitativo de tipo descriptivo, conformada por 191 empresas de diferentes actividadeseconómicas entre ellas transporte, que registran radicación del PESV en la secretaria de movilidad de la ciudad de Barranquilla.
Resultados: Se permite evidenciar que los numerales 1.5.1; 1.8.5; y 1.9.4 con una distribución porcentual del 70% son los parámetros de evaluación más incumplidos en la línea de acción fortalecimiento de la gestión institucional. El pilar con mayor incumplimiento, en los numerales de evaluación del Plan Estratégico de Seguridad Vial (PESV) se da en infraestructura segura, con un promedio del 80% sobre todo los aspectos de rutas internas.Conclusión: Es importante que las organizaciones gestionen sus riesgos viales a través de sus actividades misionales.
Mundo de vida cotidiana de trabajadores músicos de una orquesta sinfónica del Ecuador; un enfoque fenomenológico
Authors: Jiménez Rey Janeth Fernanda , Contreras Estrada Mónica Isabel , Mercado Ramírez Miguel Alfonso
Published: July 2022

Objetivo: Comprender las experiencias y vivencias de los músicos trabajadores de la Orquestas Sinfónicas de Loja- Ecuador.
Métodos: El diseño fue cualitativo con enfoque fenomenológico. La técnica utilizada fue entrevistas en profundidad a cinco músicos trabajadores, los participantes considerados fueron con nombramiento y antigüedad mínima de diez años.
Resultados: La percepción de los músicos es señalada  como lo mejor que él les ha sucedido en su vida, es decir están satisfechos con el trabajo que realizan. En el análisis fenomenológico de forma repetitiva surge la existencia de factores de riesgo laborales como cualquier otro trabajador, causa de ellos manifiestan lesiones osteomusculares a repetición, hipoacusias neurosensoriales, alteraciones cognitivas. Ha existido una inobservancia de su salud y completo bienestar. Refieren ausencia de políticas públicas encaminadas a mejorar el bienestar de seguridad y salud en sus puestos de trabajo, con un equipo multidisciplinario de especialistas que cuiden su salud. Están agradecidos por el apoyo constante de la comunidad, sin embargo, relatan que falta destacar la importancia del arte musical como puesto de trabajo. Mencionan que la crisis mundial y del país, ha repercutido en su mundo de vida cotidiana.
Conclusión: Los músicos opinan que deben seguir laborando, por falta de personal músico que supla su ausentismo y enfermedad, pero menciona de forma simultánea que la organización no ha implementado hasta el momento un departamento médico especializado ya que a nivel nacional no se encuentra constituidas las partidas laborales para implementar lo mencionado.
Accidentes de trabajo con pérdida de capacidad laboral: Características de siniestros calificados por una administradora de riesgos laborales
Authors: Arboleda Tamayo Rosa Estela , Vasquez-Trespalacios Elsa Maria
Published: July 2022

Objetivo: Caracterizar los accidentes de trabajo (AT) con pérdida de capacidad laboral calificada (PCLC) en el periodo 2014 a 2016 en lesionados por AT afiliados a una Administradora de Riesgos Laborales (ARL). Métodos: Estudio observacional, de tipo descriptivo, con una población de estudio de 9,854 registros de AT calificados con PCLC y sus respectivas variables; la exploración de datos incluyó análisis univariado.Resultados: La accidentalidad calificada fue mayor en hombres (84.2%), el tipo de calificación de perdida relevante fue la incapacidad parcial permanente (91.2%), la edad de mayor incidencia con PCLC fue 27-44 años, con origen propio del trabajo (86.3%) y accidentes de tránsito (10.0%) de PCLC, la clase de riesgo III y el sector económico infraestructura y obras civiles presentaron la mayor incidencia, las perdidas calificadas se originaron por caídas a nivel (21.6%) y con diagnóstico más representativo de amputación traumática de mano y de la muñeca (10.0%). Conclusiones: El análisis de la PCL derivada de AT posibilita acercamientos orientados a establecer sectores, patologías y tipos de riesgos problemáticos que en materia de seguridad y salud en el trabajo precisan estrategias de control específicas. Es importante resaltar que actividades económicas clasificadas en clase de riesgos III, que aparentemente no representan riesgo alto o máximo, están concentrando un número representativo de accidentes de trabajo con pérdida de capacidad laboral, así mismo, caídas a nivel, contrario a lo que se espera, representan PCL más significativas que caídas de alturas.
Síndrome Visual Informático en trabajadores que usan computador
Authors: Silva Sánchez Diana Carolina , Montenegro Gino , Gomez Natalia , Giraldo Erika
Published: July 2022

Introducción: La exposición a las pantallas de los computadores durante largos períodos de tiempo conlleva a esfuerzos visuales, cambios en la superficie ocular y en la película lagrimal, y un conjunto de signos y síntomas denominado Síndrome Visual Informático.
Objetivo: Sintetizar el conocimiento científico sobre el Síndrome Visual Informático en trabajadores usuarios de computadores, según año, país, tipo de estudio, el trabajador, instrumento utilizado para medir el síndrome, y los signos y síntomas.
Métodos: Revisión sistemática (PROSPERO, CRD42020216218) de estudios originales en español e inglés publicados entre el 2010 y junio del 2020 en las bases de datos PubMed, SciELO, Scopus, BVS, Dialnet, Science Direct y Google Scholar. La calidad metodológica se evaluó según los criterios de STROBE y se realizó la síntesis cualitativa de los resultados.
Resultados: De 962 artículos, 17 cumplieron con el protocolo. El puntaje promedio de la valoración de calidad fue de 16.3 ±2.06. El 76.5% fue publicado del 2016 a junio del 2020 y España presentó el mayor número de publicaciones (23.5%). La gran mayoría fueron estudios transversales (94.1%), los trabajadores de oficina y de informática fueron los más estudiados (29.4%), el instrumento más empleado fue el Computer Vision Syndrome Questionnaire (CVS-Q) (11.8%), y el dolor de cabeza fue el síntoma más frecuente.
Conclusiones:  El síndrome visual informático ha sido investigado muy poco en la última década, evidenciando gran información sobre su prevalencia pero no en su diagnóstico, intervención y tratamiento. Es necesario diseñar otros instrumentos para su detección.
Burnout analysis in healthcare workers. A one center cross sectional comparison between physicians, nurses, administrative positions and technicians
Authors: Zamora Rafael Jose , Badano Sabrina , Aufiero María , Martinez Patricia , Marconi Agustina
Published: July 2022

Introduction: Healthcare workers (HCW) report higher levels of anxiety, depression, burnout, compared to the general population. The severe global health crisis caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 brought even more burden to HCW. Objective: To assessed burnout as a whole and in its different domains among HCW in a medical centerMethods: We performed a cross-sectional study examining the association between demographic characteristics, healthcare position and feeling burned out. Data was collected through an anonymous online survey. We utilized the Maslach Survey for Medical Personnel in Spanish. Descriptive analyses summarized age, gender, job role, number of jobs, time in the organization and working in a COVID-19 exposed area. Ji2 tests were used to analyze association between variables and burnout. A multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to identify independent predictors of any of the burnout domains: emotional exhaustion (EE), depersonalization (DP) and/or personal accomplishment (PA). Results: 185/852 subjects answered the survey (21.7%); 79 subjects reported EE (42.7%), 61 (32.9%) DP and 31 (16.7%) PA; 98 (52.4%) had at least one component of high burnout for the dimensions analyzed. Logistics regression shows that female gender (OR= 2.21; 95% CI: 1.12-4.39), administrative positions (OR= 18.61; 95% CI: 4.28-80.93), physicians (OR= 13.27; 95% CI 3.55-49.86), and nurses (OR= 6.55; 95% CI: 1.58-27.14) were strongly associated with the presence of any burnout domain. Conclusions: The overall burnout prevalence was in range with international studies. Female workers, administrative positions, physicians and nurses were identified as independent predictors of burnout.
Análisis de la jurisprudencia sobre accidentalidad laboral en el sector construcción en Colombia
Authors: Muñoz Ortega Angela Paola , Torres Nova Edward Yecid
Published: July 2022

Introducción: En Colombia se han logrado avances normativos en seguridad y salud en el trabajo, originando una transformación en la generación de sistemas de protección y prevención de accidentes laborales, sin embargo, según estadísticas de Fasecolda (1), el sector de la construcción es el que mayor accidentabilidad laboral presenta con relación a los demás sectores de la economía.
Objetivo: Analizar las sentencias de la Corte Constitucional y la Corte Suprema de Justicia sobre accidentes de trabajo en el sector de la construcción en Colombia.
Métodos: Se realizó estudio cualitativo con alcance descriptivo por medio del análisis jurisprudencial de las sentencias emitidas por la Corte Suprema de Justicia y la Corte Constitucional para caracterizar el accidente laboral, la responsabilidad atribuida al empleador y las sanciones económicas que se aplicaron.
Resultados: Existe un exceso de confianza del empleador al implementar sistemas precarios, los cuales fueron determinantes en la ocurrencia del accidente laboral generando el pago de indemnizaciones por la culpa comprobada del empleador, además, en la jurisprudencia analizada, se presentó un alto índice de muertes a consecuencia de los accidentes laborales.
Conclusión: En gran parte de los accidentes laborales estudiados, la culpa de la ocurrencia de estos fue atribuida al empleador por incumplimiento en la implementación del sistema de gestión de seguridad y salud en el trabajo, por ello se le condenó al pago de indemnizaciones. Los costos originados por un accidente laboral son altos frente a la inversión que realiza el empleador en la implementación del mencionado sistema.
Fatiga laboral en contextos hospitalarios en Latinoamérica: revisión sistemática
Authors: Quiñones Torres Diana , Vodniza Patiño Ariana Sofia , Matabanchoy Tulcan Sonia Maritza , Matabanchoy Salazar Johana Madelyn
Published: July 2022

Introducción: De acuerdo con la Organización Internacional del Trabajo (OIT) actualmente hay 317 millones de personas que sufren accidentes de trabajo, situación que sigue en aumento. El panorama colombiano no es ajeno, ya que el Ministerio del Trabajo de la República de Colombia destaca la importancia de los estudios referidos a la situación de los trabajadores de la salud y su relación con factores psicosociales.
Objetivo: Desarrollar una revisión sistemática sobre las definiciones, instrumentos de medición, causas y consecuencias de la fatiga laboral en contextos hospitalarios en Latinoamerica.
Metodos: estudio descriptivo a partir de la revisión y análisis sistemático de artículos originales sobre fatiga laboral en contextos hospitalarios en Latinoamérica en las bases de datos LILACS, EBSCO host, SciELO y PubMed, empleando los términos: fatiga laboral, personal de salud, contextos hospitalarios y Latinoamérica, de igual manera, haciendo uso de la declaración PRISMA.
Resultados: se identificaron 44 artículos de los cuales 26 (59%) se desarrollaron en Brasil, asimismo un 45,4% (n=20) presenta una definición explícita de fatiga laboral, visualizando diferencias significativas entre cada autor, asimismo, se identificaron cuatro instrumentos utilizados para evaluar la fatiga laboral en profesionales de la salud.
Conclusiones: se evidencia la amplia relación entre la fatiga laboral con factores de riesgo psicosocial en los profesionales de la salud (destacando el trabajo del Sistema de Gestión de Seguridad y Salud en el Trabajo) y en especial, en la ocurrencia de eventos adversos que pueden afectar la seguridad del paciente.
Proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje del control de procesos en el Programa de Ingeniería Mecánica de la Universidad Libre
Authors: Mago Ramos María Gabriela , Peña Giraldo Mauricio Vladimir , Vivas González Edilberto Carlos , Márquez Lasso Ismael
Published: July 2022

Esta investigación trata del proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje del control de procesos en el Programa de Ingeniería Mecánica de la Universidad Libre, enfocado dentro de la línea de investigación en el área de Automatización y Robótica, que se realiza de forma específica en el plan de estudios, utilizando un modelo pedagógico transversal con articulación hacia la investigación formativa y aplicada. Inicialmente, los estudiantes comienzan con la asignatura denominada Instalaciones Eléctricas que son temáticas relacionadas con los circuitos eléctricos y sus aplicaciones, para lo cual deben realizar simulaciones con programas que se utilizan en los sectores productivos, y luego; estas temáticas se fortalecen a través de otras asignaturas de esta línea como son: Máquinas Eléctricas, Regulación Automática y Control, que posteriormente, se concretan a través de proyectos de opción de grado de carácter innovador, que permiten desarrollar los procesos de control de forma automatizada. El perfil profesional es direccionado hacia estas áreas a fin de mejorar las actividades de los sectores productivos, transformando estilos y técnicas de aprendizaje en los estudiantes, fortaleciendo las competencias científicas, técnicas y humanísticas con formación hacia una educación de calidad, que   les permita ser competitivos y que tengan apertura hacia nuevos retos en los entornos industriales mejorando su perfil profesional con valor en el mercado laboral tanto nacional como internacional, dando aporte a la tecnología, a la gestión de calidad y productividad de la Ingeniería en Colombia. En ese orden de ideas, el ingeniero mecánico egresado de la Universidad Libre tiene un enfoque hacia el control de procesos, la automatización y la robótica, sin perder ese factor diferenciador para el diseño mecánico, el mantenimiento y los materiales con sus estudios y aplicaciones, como parte de su formación académica.
Thai words in Cam Bieu’s poetries
Authors: Kieu Thanh Thao
Published: July 2022

Research on ethnic minority languages in general and poetic languages of ethnic minorities, in particular, is a matter of interest to many researchers. Based on the study of some literary materials (Cam Bieu poetries), the article investigates the number of Thai words indicating local places, objects, and phenomena featured in Cam Bieu's poetries. At the same time, the author analyzes the form value (including the ability to create the rhyming syllables of Thai words, the ability to create repeating structures in the verse rhythm) and the ability to express the meanings of Thai words in Cam Bieu’s poetries (including the meaning of describing the living environment, customs and habits typical of the Thai ethnic group, and the ability to combine with Thai folk songs and idioms to express the intuitive and emotional thinking of the Thai ethnic group).
Integrated assessment of tourism potential in Hoa Binh reservoi area, Hoa Binh province
Authors: Ngo Thi Hai Yen , Hoang Thi Thu Huong
Published: July 2022

Hoa Binh reservoir area is planned to become one of 12 key national tourist areas of the northern mountainous region of Vietnam by 2030. In order to support the planning and sustainable tourism development, this study has conducted an integrated assessment of tourism potential in Hoa Binh reservoir based on 29 criteria. Next, principal component analysis (PCA) was applied to group tourist destinations according to evaluation criteria. GIS was used to integrate attribute data with spatial data and present assessment results on maps. The results show that Hoa Binh reservoir area has high potential for tourism development with 3 international tourist sites, 23 national-level sites, 7 regional-level sites and 9 provincial-level sites. The spatial assessment results show that Hoa Binh city, Ngoi Hoa commune and Thung Nai commune have the highest potential for tourism development. 5 communes with high tourism potential are distributed in Da Bac and Mai Chau districts, 2 communes have medium potential and 11 communes with little potential for tourism development. Despite having rich tourism resources, the study area is facing poor tourism infrastructure. It is necessary to upgrade tourism infrastructure and strengthen links with neighboring areas to increase the attractiveness and diversity Hoa Binh tourist area.
Assessment of the status of residential living standard in Binh Dinh province in the period 2010 – 2022
Authors: Nguyen Duc Ton , Le My Dung , Truong Thi Thuy Trang
Published: July 2022

People's living standards and quality of life are important criteria in ssessing the level of human development in countries, regions and territories, especially since 1990, the United Nations has affirmed that "Humans are the center of development”, therefore raising living standards towards sustainability is a core task in socio-economic development strategies. According to an integrated approach, the article assesses the status of living standards of people in Binh Dinh province in 9 criteria belonging to economy, education - training, health and health care, and related living conditions. By the method of the rating scale, the results show that the living standard of people in Binh Dinh province is clearly differentiated into 5 groups, among which Quy Nhon city belongs to group 5 - the highest standard of living, An Lao district has the lowest standard of living - belongs to group 1. The evaluation results are the basis for the locality to implement groups of solutions in economic development and improvement of people's living standards in Binh Dinh province in general and in districts in particular in the upcoming time.
Some factors related to the demand of information instruction and consultation services on medical examination and treatment at the Department of Cardiology and Diabetes, Tien Giang Central General Hospital
Authors: Pham Tien Nam , Tran Ngoc Yen , Nguyen Thi Phuong , Nguyen Kim Oanh , Nong Thi Nhung , Nguyen Khac Liem
Published: July 2022

Tien Giang Central General Hospital is a Class I hospital, the last level in the medical examination and treatment system in Tien Giang province. The hospital's social work unit was established in March 2016. It is very important to identify a number of factors related to the demand for providing information instruction and consultation services on medical examination and treatment to improve the effectiveness of social work activities in hospitals. A crosssectional study conducted at Tien Giang Central General Hospital from March to October 2018. Research results showed that inpatients had a high demand for information instruction and consultation services about medical examination and treatment, in which the demand for guidance and support for medical examination procedures reached the highest rate of 99.5%. Some factors related to this demand were economic conditions, type of disease and number of treatment\year.
Demand of social work services among in-patients at The Institute of Ethnic Medicine and Pharmacy in Ho Chi Minh City
Authors: Pham Tien Nam , Do Thanh Huyen
Published: July 2022

This study aimed to analyze the demand of social work services among inpatients at The Institute of Ethnic Medicine and Pharmacy in Ho Chi Minh City in 2021. On that basis, the study proposed a recommendations to meet the demands of the inpatients. Research results showed that the demand for social work services among inpatients at the Institute of Ethnic Medicine and Pharmacy in Ho Chi Minh City accounted for different proportions. For the demand for consultation and guidance on medical examination and treatment services, the highest percentage was the instructions and support for medical examination and treatment procedures (87.5%). The highest demand for access to communication and awareness raising services was the content of disease prevention and control (72.2%). The highest percentage of psycho-social support demands was the content of inquiries about family circumstances and progress of health recovery (65.7%). The demand to connect resources and support hospital fees accounted for the highest proportion, which is the content of accommodation support for caregivers during the treatment period (56.5%). From the above results, the study made some recommendations for the Institute of Ethnic Medicine and Pharmacy in Ho Chi Minh City and the Social Work Unit of the Institute.
Adverse childhood experiences and the empathy in high school students
Authors: Chu Ngoc Diep , Pham Nam Anh , Bui Thi Thu Huyen
Published: July 2022

This study was conducted on 1070 high school students in Hanoi to find out the current situation of adverse childhood experiences, empathy, and the relationship between these two variables. The study also looked into the impact of the demographic characteristics such as gender, age, parent’s occupation, parents’ educational level, and living area on the level of empathy and adverse childhood experiences in high school students. By using two instruments including the Adverse Childhood Experiences International Questionnaire, the World Health Organization, 2020, and the Basic Empathy scale (Jolliffe và Farrington, 2006), results revealed that high school students experienced adverse childhood experiences at a low level. The most common types of adverse childhood experiences were emotional neglect, having family members being treated violently, having one or no parents, parental separation, or divorce. Most of the adverse childhood experiences happened in the family. Demographic factors also influence the extent to which some types of adverse experiences are experienced. In general, 4 groups of adverse childhood experiences positively correlated together. High school students had an average level of empathy, in which the score of cognitive empathy was higher than that of affective empathy. Girls have higher scores of overall empathy than boys did. There was a positive correlation between empathy and cognitive empathy with the number of adverse childhood experiences in high school students. Explanation of results and limitations of the current studies were also discussed.
Applying cultural knowledge in teaching Chinese in Vietnam - The case of the Duanwu Festival
Authors: Do Tien Quan , Dao Thi Thuy Duong , Dang Hong Nhung , Le Minh Chien
Published: July 2022

Culture and language in teaching and learning foreign languages are closely related. Language and culture are two inseparable parts, culture is the result of human interaction, communication behaviors and activities are specific expressions of the cultural expression of each community, each country, each nation. Therefore, when teaching languages in general and Chinese in particular, it is extremely necessary to teach and apply cultural knowledge of the target language. On the basis of applied linguistic theory, comparison and teaching practice, through the case study of the Duanwu festival, the article proposes a number of principles and methods of applying cultural knowledge in teaching Chinese in Vietnam, contributing to improving the quality of specialized teaching from the perspective of teachers.
Teaching multiplication for dyscalculia second graders by using teaching software
Authors: Phan Thanh Long , Phan The Hai
Published: July 2022

Dyscalculia is a kind of learning disabilities. It involves grasping mathematical concepts, and symbols, the difficulty performing calculations and solving problems. Nowadays, the results of research in the field of medicine have not been able to solve the problems of brain nerve function for students with dyscalculia. However, the supporting methods in teaching "Easy Math" can reduce the effects of abnormal cognitive function in learning. The article presents the experimental results of teaching multiplication for second-grade dyscalculia students by using "Easy Math" software. The first step experiment using this teaching software has obtained positive results, which is the basis for further exploitation and further development of dyscalculia students.
Using yoga therapy to improve attention and imitation abilities for children with intellectual disability
Authors: Tran Thi Minh Thanh , Nguyen Thi Thao
Published: July 2022

The attention and imitation abilities influence the memory, language eceptiveness and productivity, and other learning skills of children with intellectual disabilities. This research examines the effect of Yoga therapy on the attention and imitation skills of students with intellectual disabilities. 12 students with ID aged 8 to 14 (mean =11.0, SD = 2.261) years were selected for the yoga therapy program. The participants received 60 30-minutes sessions of the yoga training program. Students will be guided to practice 9 yoga exercises, including greetings, breathing exercises, head and neck, arms and shoulders, spine, legs, rest, meditation, and closing. The results of the analysis showed that there were significant differences between pre and post-test attention and imitation abilities in subjects (sig. (2-tailed) < 0.05). The present study demonstrated that 12 weeks of yoga is effective in improving the attention and imitation abilities of children with intellectual disabilities.
Measures of gender equality education for grade 1, and 2 students at primary schools in district 5, Ho Chi Minh City
Authors: Nguyen Minh Giang , Nguyen Kim Phuong
Published: July 2022

To meet the requirements of integrating gender equality education for students in grades 1 and 2 in District 5, Ho Chi Minh City according to the renovation of the 2018 educational program, the research has proposed 5 measures including 1) Setting up educational goals for gender equality when developing lesson plans with appropriate requirements; (2) Integrating the content of gender equality education into the content of teaching other subjects and educational activities; (3) Paying attention to gender equality when implementing teaching and educational methods; (4) Ensuring gender equality when the organization uses learning materials and learning media; (5) Paying attention to coordinate with family and society to participate in education for 1st and 2nd-grade students on gender equality issues. At the same time, the research has also developed and tested to evaluate the effectiveness of 6 lesson plans that integrate gender equality education in subjects and educational activities. The lesson plans and measures for gender equality education have been agreed upon and supported by the majority of teachers at primary schools in District 5, and are rated as good and highly feasible.
Validation and reliability of academic life satisfaction scale for college students
Authors: Nguyen Thi Ha , Ho Thi Truc Quynh , Nguyen Thanh Hung , Pham Thi Thuy Hang , Nguyen Thi Ngoc Be , Mai Thi Thanh Thuy
Published: July 2022

This study aimed to examines the reliability and validity of The Academic Life Satisfaction Scale (ALSS) designed by Schmidt et all, in the Viet Nam context. The Scale consists of 5 items to evaluate level of Student’s Academic Life Satisfaction. A total of 200 undergraduate students at Hue University of Education participated in this study. Methods of testing reliability, exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis were used. The research results showed that this Scale has high reliability (α = 0,90) and validity (χ2\df = 2,18; GFI = 0,98, RMSEA = 0,077; CFI = 0,99; TLI = 0,98), suitable to use to measure student’s academic life satisfaction in Vietnam.