bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Developing the ‘Gearbox Tool of Transitional Care’ (GTTC): a teaching tool designed to teach students as well as team members new to transitional care of older adults
Authors: Takavarasha Musiiwa Victor
Published: January 2023

This article describes the contributions to knowledge development and clinical practice during the author’s first year in the role of transitional care practitioner within a rural county setting in England, the UK. The development of a transitional care training tool was deemed essential as the author found that the definition and or constituent stages of transitional care seemed to differ among practitioners, social services, frailty teams and emergency care departments. 

The author enrolled on the Mary Seacole Local Development Programme and set out to develop the proposed teaching tool. The Gearbox Tool for Transitional Care (GTTC) was the result of reflection on practice and consultation with transitional care stakeholder colleagues including university teaching staff and students, social services, established and new starter transitional care practitioners among others. 

The Tool consists of the stages of transition from acute care to home and is based on varying degrees of care intensity. Older adults who transition from acute hospital to home are particularly vulnerable: many of them have co-morbidities that impact on their quality of life beyond discharge (Naylor, 2004). According to Moreno (2014), quality transitional care is therefore imperative in addressing the health and social needs of this vulnerable group and in preventing deterioration and or a readmission roller coaster once patients are deemed medically optimised for discharge from acute care. 

It is hoped that the proposed GTTC (Takavarasha, 2022) training model is an essential contribution and stimulus into contemporary and improved instruction and orientation in national transitional care debates and pedagogy.
Economic efficiency of resource use in crop production
Authors: Stepnyh N. , Kopylova Svetlana , Nesterova E.
Published: January 2023

Abstract. The disparity of prices between the means of production and crop production leads to a decrease in the efficiency of resource use and the overall profitability of production. In order to stabilize the work of agricultural enterprises in such conditions, in addition to the necessary state support, it is important to find internal reserves in crop production. The purpose is to study the state and possibilities of improving the efficiency of resource use in crop production. The objectives of the study were the analysis of data reflecting the options for saving resources when cultivating field crops in the conditions of the Kurgan region. The methods of monographic, mathematical, and statistical analysis of data from literary sources, annual reports of agricultural enterprises of the Kurgan region, and research results of the Kurgan Research Institute were used. Scientific novelty. The work consists in the application of a dynamic method for calculating the economic efficiency of previously tested technologies in various time-varying economic conditions, which makes it possible to more reasonably build long-term plans. It is established that the factors of increasing the efficiency of the use of natural and material resources can be the diversification of acreage by increasing the share of winter, leguminous and oilseed crops and increasing the accuracy of the use of resources using digital methods. The results of the study showed that the diversification of acreage makes it possible to distribute field work more efficiently, save resources and receive higher incomes, and stabilize the financial condition of agricultural enterprises. Parallel driving systems and equipment monitoring allow you to save fuel, fertilizers, seeds, plant protection products. The operation of the equipment with the help of navigation equipment in the dark ensures the execution of technological operations within the regulatory deadlines and thereby allows to increase crop yields by 5–10 %. The additional income from the parallel driving system is on average 2155 rubles/ha. Designing technologies based on electronic maps and field history books allows you to differentiate resources by fields in accordance with soil, agrochemical and agrotechnical conditions.
2018–2019 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Introduction
Authors: Diepenbrock Lauren M. , Dewdney Megan M. , Vashisth Tripti
Published: January 2023

This 4-page fact sheet is the introduction of the 2018–2019 Florida Citrus Production Guide. Written by L. M. Diepenbrock, M. M. Dewdney, and T. Vashisth, and published by the Plant Pathology Department, May 2018.
CPMG01/CG033: 2022–2023 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Introduction (ufl.edu)
2018 Vegetable Production Handbook Chapter 12: Onion, Leek, and Chive Production in Florida
Authors: Dittmar Peter J. , McAvoy Eugene J. , Ozores-Hampton Monica , Raid Richard N. , Roberts Pamela , Smith Hugh A. , Martini Xavier , Desaeger Johan , Noling Joseph W. , Zhang Shouan , Zotarelli Lincoln
Published: January 2023

This 19-page fact sheet is chapter 12 of the 2018 Vegetable Production Handbook. Written by Peter J. Dittmar, Eugene J. McAvoy, Monica Ozores-Hampton, Richard N. Raid, Pamela Roberts, Hugh A. Smith, Xavier Martini, Johan Desaeger, Joseph W. Noling, Shouan Zhang, and Lincoln Zotarelli, and published by the Horticultural Sciences Department, 2018.
HS730/CV299: Chapter 12. Onion, Leek, and Chive Production in Florida (ufl.edu)
Biology and Management of Ragweed Parthenium (Parthenium hysterophorous L.) in Ornamental Crop Production
Authors: Saha Debalina , Marble Chris , Stamps Robert H. , Steed Shawn , Boyd Nathan S.
Published: January 2023

This 6-page fact sheet provides an overview of Ragweed Parthenium, Parthenium hysterophorous L, including a species description and information on how to manage ragweed parthenium culturally, physically, and chemically. Written by Debalina Saha, Chris Marble, Robert H. Stamps, Shawn Steed, and Nathan S. Boyd, and published by the Environmental Horticulture Department, July 2016.
ENH1270/EP531: Biology and Management of Ragweed Parthenium (Parthenium hysterophorous L.) in Ornamental Crop Production (ufl.edu)
Biology and Management of Pilea microphylla (Artillery Weed) in Ornamental Crop Production
Authors: Saha Dabalina , Marble Chris , Steed Shawn , Boyd Nathan
Published: January 2023

This 5-page fact sheet describes the biology and management of Pilea microphylla, or artillery weed, for ornamental crop production. Artillery weed occurs primarily in moist, disturbed areas and is thought to be native to South America and parts of North America. It is found throughout Florida. Written by Debalina Saha, Chris Marble, Shawn Steed, and Nathan Boyd, and published by the Environmental Horticulture Department, December 2016.
ENH1272/EP535: Biology and Management of Pilea microphylla (Artillery Weed) in Ornamental Crop Production (ufl.edu)
Protected Agriculture in Mexico
Authors: Wu Feng , Guan Zhengfei , Huang Kuan-Ming
Published: January 2023

Mexico is a market power in the US produce market. Protected agriculture accelerated the rapid growth and transformation of the Mexican produce industry. This publication provides a comprehensive overview and in-depth analysis of protected agriculture in Mexico to help understand this fast-growing sector and the driving forces behind its expansion.
Florida Consumer Preferences for Indoor Foliage Plant Attributes
Authors: Khachatryan Hayk , Rihn Alicia
Published: January 2023

Consumer demand for indoor foliage plants is decreasing. One strategy to counter decreasing demand is to align products with consumer needs. To explore this strategy, this 4-page fact sheet examines purchasing barriers for indoor foliage plants so that breeders, growers, suppliers, and retailers may develop and promote products to overcome those barriers. This paper also investigates the potential of using novel plant attributes that are not readily apparent in retail outlets to generate consumer interest in indoor foliage plants. Written by Hayk Khachatryan and Alicia Rihn, and published by the Department of Food and Resource Economics, September 2016.
FE994/FE994: Florida Consumer Preferences for Indoor Foliage Plant Attributes (ufl.edu)
Household Water Usage and Irrigation Practices
Authors: Khachatryan Hayk , Rihn Alicia , Dukes Michael
Published: January 2023

Water pollution and drought in the United States have made water scarcity a widespread concern. Currently, residential consumers account for most urban water use, and meaningful programs that lead to water conservation rely on a comprehensive understanding of how consumers use water inside and outside their homes. This 5-page fact sheet outlines University of Florida researchers’ assessments of current US household indoor and outdoor water use to assist policy makers and researchers with creating incentives for homeowners to conserve water. Written by Hayk Khachatryan, Alicia Rihn, and Michael Dukes, and published by the Department of Food and Resource Economics, September 2016.
FE996/FE996: Household Water Usage and Irrigation Practices (ufl.edu)
Eucalyptus and Corymbia Species for Pulpwood, Mulchwood, Energywood, Windbreaks, and/or Phytoremediation
Authors: Rockwood Donald L. , Peter Gary F.
Published: January 2023

In Florida, Eucalyptus species grow faster than our native tree species. E. grandis (EG), E. grandis x E. urophylla (EH), E. benthamii (EB), and E. amplifolia (EA), in particular, are fast-growing trees that, when planted on suitable sites and managed properly, produce commercial products such as mulchwood, pulpwood, energywood, and bioproducts. Eucalyptus can also phytoremediate, i.e., remediate environmental problems (Table 1). Eucalyptus species are not invasive, having been planted commercially in Florida since the 1960s without spreading from managed plantations. EG and EA, along with Corymbia torelliana (CT), also may be used as windbreaks for citrus and vegetables. This circular describes potential applications and presents planting guidelines for these species.
This 6-page fact sheet is a minor revision written by D. L. Rockwood and G. F. Peter, and publsihed by the School of Forest Resources and Conservation Department, July 2018.
CIR1194/FR013: Eucalyptus and Corymbia Species for Mulchwood, Pulpwood, Energywood, Bioproducts, Windbreaks, and/or Phytoremediation (ufl.edu)
Trails, Bridges, and Boardwalks
Authors: Long Alan J. , Todd-Bockarie Anne , Stein Taylor , Bettcher Keith , Demers Chris
Published: January 2023

Trails represent a landowner’s main routes for recreational activities such as walking, sightseeing, horseback riding, and bicycling. They provide access to, and through, forest land and other natural resources. They play an important role in protecting and preserving soil, water, and wild plants and animals. They can be the source of endless hours of enjoyment and relaxation. This 13-page fact sheet will help you plan your trails wisely and construct them carefully so that you and your guests can enjoy them to the fullest. Written by Alan Long, Anne Todd-Bockarie, Taylor Stein, Keith Bettcher, and Chris Demers, and published by the School of Forest Resources and Conservation, August 2016.
Biology and Management of Goosegrass (Eleusine indica (L.) Gaertn.) in Tomato, Pepper, Cucurbits, and Strawberry
Authors: Boyd Nathan S. , Fnu Kiran , Marble Chris , Steed Shawn , MacRae Andrew W.
Published: January 2023

This revised 4-page fact sheet gives a brief description of the biology and management of goosegrass, a common annual turf and horticultural weed found throughout Florida that grows well in compact, wet soils and superficially resembles crabgrasses. Written by Nathan S. Boyd, Kiran Fnu, Chris Marble, Shawn Steed, and Andrew W. MacRae, and published by the Horticultural Sciences Department, August 2016.
HS1178/HS1178: Biology and Management of Goosegrass (Eleusine indica (L.) Gaertn.) in Tomato, Pepper, Cucurbits, and Strawberry (ufl.edu)
Plant-Parasitic Nematodes Associated with Asian Vegetables in Florida
Authors: Bui Hung X. , Desaeger Johan A.
Published: January 2023

Root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) are one of the main soilborne pathogens in Florida and cause considerable damage to many vegetables. Asian vegetables are important specialty crops in Florida, but no information is available on their hosts status to plant-parasitic nematodes, in particular to Meloidogyne spp. Therefore, we conducted a survey to learn what Asian vegetables are grown in Florida and plant-parasitic nematodes associated with these crops, and the potential damage these nematodes cause to Asian vegetables.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) of the Tawny Crazy Ant, Nylanderia fulva (Mayr)
Authors: Oi Faith , Calibeo Dawn , Page John , Bentley Michael
Published: January 2023

The tawny crazy ant infests buildings and greenhouses, attacks crops, domestic animals, and honeybee hives, displaces native ant species, and disrupts electrical equipment. This 8-page fact sheet is a major revision that describes how to identify the ant and monitor for infestations. It explains how to eliminate food sources and harborages and presents an integrated pest management plan and specific approaches to control this pest ant. (Note: the tawny crazy ant is a serious pest that multiplies quickly and can easily become an overwhelming problem. If you suspect you have tawny crazy ants, the best approach is to call a licensed pest-control professional for help). Written by Faith Oi, Dawn Calibeo, John Paige III, and Michael Bentley, and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, September 2016.
ENY-2006/IN889: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) of the Tawny Crazy Ant, Nylanderia fulva (Mayr) (ufl.edu)
Natural Climate Variability Can Influence Cyanobacteria Blooms in Florida Lakes and Reservoirs
Authors: Havens Karl E. , Hoyer Mark V. , Phlips Edward J.
Published: January 2023

During the summer, many of Florida's nutrient-enriched lakes and reservoirs experience proliferations of cyanobacteria commonly called “blooms.” Cyanobacteria are natural in Florida lakes and reservoirs, but when they grow to high levels and bloom, they become a big problem. They look awful, smell bad, and can poison fish and other animals in the water. To help resource managers considering costly remediation projects or evaluating the effectiveness of nutrient reduction strategies to manage the problem, this 7-page fact sheet presents the results from 15 years of studies observing three large, nutrient-rich lakes in Florida (Lake Harris, Lake George, and Lake Okeechobee) to study the relationship between rainfall and cyanobacteria blooms and learn causes of year-to-year bloom variability. Written by Karl E. Havens, Mark V. Hoyer, and Edward J. Phlips, and published by the Florida Sea Grant College Program, July 2016.
SGEF-234/SG142: Natural Climate Variability Can Influence Cyanobacteria Blooms in Florida Lakes and Reservoirs (ufl.edu)
Identification, Biology, and Control of Small-Leaf Spiderwort (Tradescantia fluminensis): A Widely Introduced Invasive Plant
Authors: Seitz Jason C. , Clark Mark W.
Published: January 2023

Tradescantia fluminensis (small-leaf spiderwort) is a perennial subsucculent herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil and Argentina. The species has been introduced to the United States and countries in many parts of the world where it is often considered invasive. This 7-page fact sheet describes the small-leaf spiderwort, its taxonomy, geographical distribution, biology and ecology, reproduction and colonization, its impact as a weed in the southeastern United States, and ways of managing the spread of small-leaf spiderwort. Written by Jason C. Setiz and Mark W. Clark, and published by the Department of Soil and Water Science, January 2016.
Trends in Rice Production and Varieties in the Everglades Agricultural Area
Authors: Bhadha Jehangir H. , Trotta Luigi , VanWeelden Matthew
Published: January 2023

Rice production in the Everglades Agriculture Area (EAA) of Florida dates back nearly seven decades. For a brief period in the 1950s about 2,000 acres of rice was grown in the EAA. Rice was reintroduced in the EAA in 1977 after it was demonstrated that rice could be successfully incorporated into the sugarcane production cycle during the fallow period. This 3-page fact sheet provides a history of rice production in Florida and information about rice varieties grown in Florida. Written by Jehangir H. Bhadha, Luigi Trotta, and Matthew VanWeelden, and published by the Soil and Water Sciences Department, May 2016.
Building Coastal Dunes with Sea Oats and Surrogate Wrack
Authors: Hooton Natalie , Miller Debbie L. , Thetford Mack , Claypool Sean
Published: January 2023

Perennial coastal grasses such as sea oats have long been recognized as the biological engineers of our increasingly stressed beaches and coastal dunes. Sea oats build dunes by capturing blowing sand and stabilizing it, and they’re often planted after dunes have been eroded, fragmented, or destroyed. Managers have tried commercial fertilizers and water-absorbing gels to ensure planted sea oats survive and thrive, but these products are not always effective and can be expensive. Removal of natural beach litter, called “wrack” and defined as “algae, grasses, driftwood, fruits, seeds, and carrion, along with cultural litter,” has frequently had the undesired effect of weakening the establishment and growth of sea oats. A relatively cheap and effective method to restore them is to reproduce the beneficial effects of this beach litter with “surrogate wrack.” This 4-page fact sheet describes the promising results of a study into the feasibility and effectiveness of surrogate wrack to help sea oats become established and grow more quickly and vibrantly to restore dunes and beaches. Written by Natalie Hooton, Debbie Miller, Mack Thetford, and Sean Claypool, and published by the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, August 2016.
WEC364/UW409: Building Coastal Dunes with Sea Oats and Surrogate Wrack (ufl.edu)
Protecting Florida Panthers by Protecting Domestic Animals: Building a "Panther-Proof" Pen
Authors: Rodgers Phillip D. , Pienaar Elizabeth F. , Lotz Mark , Land Darrell
Published: January 2023

Florida panthers once ranged throughout most of the southeastern United States, but loss of habitat and efforts to eradicate panthers during the 1800s led to a large decline throughout much of their historic range. Florida panthers were listed as an endangered species in 1967 and have been federally protected by the US Endangered Species Act since 1973. For the most part, the role of panthers in the natural environment benefits people (they prey on burgeoning populations of white-tailed deer, raccoons, opossums, and feral hogs). Panthers do sometimes kill pets and livestock in rural and residential areas in southwest Florida, however, and some people believe that panther kills happen because panther populations have grown too large or are not well-managed. In fact, the panther population is dangerously small, and most of these losses can be attributed to poor management not of panthers but of pets and livestock. To maintain support for panther conservation, it is paramount that rural residents protect and secure their pets and livestock. This 3-page fact sheet explains how to make a locking, secure enclosure to protect livestock from panther predation—and protect the fragile panther, as well. Written by Phillip D. Rodgers, Elizabeth F. Pienaar, Mark Lotz, and Darrell Land, and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, October 2016.
WEC378/UW423: Protecting Florida Panthers by Protecting Domestic Animals: Building a "Panther-Proof" Pen (ufl.edu)
Florida's Bats: Florida Bonneted Bat
Authors: Ober Holly K. , Doonan Terry J. , Evans Emily H.
Published: January 2023

The Florida bonneted bat is one of only two endangered species of bat in Florida and the state’s only endemic flying mammal (“endemic” means that it is found nowhere in the world but in Florida). With a 20-inch wingspan, it is Florida’s largest bat and the third largest of all 48 species of bats in the United States. The Florida bonneted bat was listed as federally endangered in 2013 because of concerns over habitat loss, degradation, and modification caused by humans. Additional concerns include the species’ small population size and restricted range, the small number of known colonies, their slow reproduction, and the relative isolation of separate populations of bonneted bats. This 3-page fact sheet explains how to differentiate Florida bonneted bats from velvety free-tailed bats and Brazilian free-tailed bats and explains what to do if you find one of these endangered bats. Written by Holly K. Ober, Terry Doonan, and Emily Evans, and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, October 2016.
WEC381/UW426: Florida's Bats: Florida Bonneted Bat (ufl.edu)
Talking Local: Florida Consumers’ Food Buying Decisions when Given Local Food Information
Authors: Rumble Joy N. , Roper Caroline G.
Published: January 2023

As the fourth of a six-part series about Florida consumers and their perceptions of local food, this EDIS publication focuses on Florida consumers’ purchasing preferences for local food when presented information about where commodities are grown in Florida and the seasonality of Florida-grown products. The Talking Local series focuses on ways Extension agents can assist Florida farmers and ranchers in the labeling, sale, and promotion of locally produced products. It provides Extension faculty who are interested in local food programming or who work with local food clientele with information about Florida consumers’ perceptions of local food. This 5-page publication is a minor revision written by Joy N. Rumble and Caroline G. Roper, and published by the Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, November 2017.
AEC514/WC179: Talking Local: Florida Consumers’ Food Buying Decisions when Given Local Food Information (ufl.edu)
Matrix Ranking: A Tool for Decision-Making and Prioritization
Authors: Gay Keegan , Stubbs Eric , Galindo-Gonzalez Sebastian
Published: January 2023

Matrix ranking is an activity used to analyze and prioritize information. Extension professionals often work with community groups who may benefit from this type of analysis. This 4-page fact sheet explains how Extension professionals can use matrix ranking to facilitate prioritization and decision-making. Written by Keegan Gay, Eric Stubbs, and Sebastian Galindo-Gonzalez, and published by the Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, October 2016.
DIALOG ANTARAGAMA SEBAGAI SARANA MEMBANGUN POLITIK DAMAI ANTAR UMAT BERAGAMA JELANG PEMILU TAHUN 2024 (Tinjauan atas Filsafat Politik Eko Armada Riyanto)
Authors: Dusma Markus Putra
Published: January 2023

The focus of this essay is on interreligious dialogue as an effort to build peaceful politics ahead of the 2024 general election. The purpose of this paper is to examine religious life in Indonesia. The view of the majority-minority often triggers unhealthy political problems. In other words, religion is often a powerful weapon to bring down political opponents unfairly and humanely. Seeing the reality of the vulnerability of religion being used as an unhealthy political tool, interreligious dialogue becomes something urgent, especially before the elections in the next two years. Interreligious dialogue needs to be built from now on so that the atmosphere ahead of the elections in the next 2 years is better than before. In this article, we will also use a quantitative method by using the literature as a reference. The finding from this paper is that religious issues are very influential on politics in Indonesia, so there needs to be interreligious dialogue in order to create peaceful politics, especially ahead of the 2024 elections.
Epidemiological Study of Different Types of Cancers Among Adults PERSIAN Guilan Cohort Study
Authors:   Guilan Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Balou Heydar Ali , Joukar Farahnaz ,   Guilan Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Yeganeh Sara ,   Gastrointestinal Cancer Screening and Prevention Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Hassanipour Soheil ,   Gastrointestinal Cancer Screening and Prevention Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Naghipour Mohammadreza ,   Guilan Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Baghaee Massood ,   Guilan Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Sadeghi Gholamreza ,   Department of Health, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Hayadokht Golsa ,   Guilan Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Nikbakht Hossein Ali ,   Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran., Mansour-Ghanaei Fariborz ,   Guilan Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Published: January 2023

Background Cancer is the leading cause of death in the world after cardiovascular disease, and is the third leading cause of death in Iran. Objective This epidemiological study aims to investigate different types of cancers in Sowme’e Sara County, Guilan, Iran. Methods This analytical cross-sectional study is a part of the PERSIAN Guilan cohort study that was conducted on 10520 adult men and women in Sowme’e Sara County. The prevalence rate was determined per 100,000 people. Descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation, frequency, and percentage) were used for describing data. Statistical analyzes were performed in STATA version 13 software. Results In this study, 94 patients with cancer and 98 types of cancer were recorded. Most of patients were female (n=65, 68.4%). The mean age at diagnosis in men and women was 47.61±11.23 and 44.30±7.87 years, respectively (Total=45.58±10.09 years). The most common cancers were breast cancer, brain & central nervous system cancer, and prostate cancer. The minimum age for diagnosis in men and women were 23 and 19 years, respectively,. Conclusion Screening for breast cancer in women and prostate cancer in men living in Sowme’e Sara County should be done which is currently underway using mammography and prostate specific antigen tests.
Comparing the Mean Platelet Volume and the Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio in Children With Bacterial Pneumonia Associated With or Without Pleural Empyema
Authors:   Pediatric Diseases Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran., Hashemian Houman , Sanati Fina ,   Pediatric Diseases Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Published: January 2023

Background Pneumonia is one of the severe infections in children, and empyema is one of its essential complications which causes more risk in affected children. Therefore, its early diagnosis is of great importance. Objective This study aims to compare the value of two inflammatory markers including mean platelet volume (MPV) and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) in children with pneumonia associated with and without pleural empyema. Methods This study was conducted on the data of 128 children aged 3 months to 14 years with bacterial pneumonia associated with pleural empyema and 128 children without pleural empyema. The MPV and NLR values and the patients’ demographic and clinical characteristics were analyzed in SPSS software version 18 software. The confidence interval for the area under the ROC curve was calculated using binomial exact method. The significance level was set at 0.05. Results Of 256 children, 42.2% were girls, and most of children had ages <3 years (35.2%). Children with empyema had significantly higher NLR, platelet count, and MPV than children without empyema (P=0.040, 0.005, and 0.021, respectively). The MPV (P=0.020) and NLR (P=0.039) were significant predictors of empyema. Conclusion The use of NLR and MPV may be useful in the early diagnosis of empyema in children with pneumonia.
Evaluation of Scientific and Research Productions of Reproductive Health Graduates for social Accountability: An Auditory Study
Authors:   Associate Professor, Department of Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Hajian Sepideh , Bagherinia Marzieh ,   PhD Candidate of Reproductive Health, Student Research Committee, Department of Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Yazdani Fereshteh ,   PhD Candidate of Reproductive Health, Student Research Committee, Department of Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Published: January 2023

Introduction: An educational system that responds to the needs of society, besides needs assessment and community-based education, should allocate part of its research to society’s needs and priorities. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the scientific and research products of reproductive health graduates in the field of social accountability in Iran. Materials and Methods: The present study was conducted as an auditory study on all submitted dissertations in the field of reproductive health from 6 schools of midwifery nursing in Iran from 2010 to 2021. The first outcome of this study was the evaluation of scientific and research products of reproductive health graduates in the field of social accountability and the second one was the evaluation of these dissertations in three levels of responsibility, responsiveness, and accountability. The standardized and localized social accountability scale was used to evaluate the social responsiveness of the dissertations. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the data. Results: In this study, 235 PhD reproductive health dissertations were assessed. The obtained score for social accountability was 34.5 (range: 30-40). Regarding social responsiveness, the obtained score was 63.8 (range: 50-70), and regarding the social responsibility dimension, the obtained score was 90 (range: 70-100). Conclusion: It is necessary to qualitatively evaluate the titles and objectives of the dissertations in this field before their approval and implementation. It is increasingly emphasized to achieve the research priorities of the field and, more importantly, the logic of this research to meet the health needs of the target community.
The Impact of Theatre-Based Interventions for Sexual Health Education to Adolescents: A Systematic Review
Authors:   Assistant Professor, PhD, Department of Directing and Acting, School of Arts, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, Mohandespour Farhad , Maasoumi Razieh ,   Associated Professor, Postdoc in sexology, Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, Pourmand HassanAli ,   Associated Professor, PhD, Department of Research in Art, School of Arts, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, Shahkarami Sayed Najmedin Amir ,   Assistant Professor, PhD, Department of Animation and Cinema, School of Arts, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, Daemi Faezeh ,   PhD candidate, Department of Research in Art, School of Arts, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran.
Published: January 2023

Introduction: Sexual education programs are necessary for adolescents. According to the literature, adolescents find theater-based interventions more acceptable and memorable than traditional didactic teaching methods. Objective: This study aims to summarize all the available primary research with theater-based interventions for sexual health education to adolescents. Materials and Methods: In this systematic review, studies were searched in the databases of Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus, ScienceDirect, ProQuest, Magiran, SID, and IranDoc, which were written in English or Farsi from 2011 to 2021. Quantitative and mix-method studies with a theater-based intervention for sexual education were selected. Results: All of the 7 selected studies determined the impact of theater-based sex education on sexual activity and sexually transmitted diseases, and four studies on “psychological issues related to sexual health “or “healthy relationship” or “sexual violence.” The outcomes of the studies included increasing knowledge and self-efficacy and improving attitudes regarding sexual health, the intended age of first sex, and less risky behavior in condom usage. Also, two studies determined the appropriate method for theater-based sex education for adolescents. Conclusion: Theater is an attractive and effective method of sexual education for adolescents. It is recommended that further interventional theater-based studies on adolescents should not only emphasize the biological aspects of reproduction but also focus on acquiring healthy behaviors.
Assessing Phenylalanine Blood Level in Children With Phenylketonuria in Southern Khorasan Province and Determining the Affecting Social and Demographic Factors
Authors:   Department of Pediatrics, Medical Toxicology & Drug Abuse Research Center, School of Medicine, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran., Chahkandi Tayebeh , Bijari Bita ,   Department of Community Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases Research Center, School of Medicine, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran., Hamidi Laeen Niloofar ,   School of Medicine, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran., Shaban Sayeh ,   School of Medicine, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran., Asgari Jafarabadi Emad ,   Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran.
Published: January 2023

Background: Phenylketonuria is a metabolic disorder resulting from a defect in phenylalanine metabolism with a global prevalence of 1 in 10000. Delayed initiation of dietary modification leads to brain injury and cognitive and behavioral problems. The main objective of this study was to assess the demographic and social factors affecting the metabolic control of patients having phenylketonuria in Southern Khorasan Province, Iran. Methods: In this cross-sectional descriptive-analytic study which was performed during the summer of 2019, a total of 32 out of 37 known children and adolescents having phenylketonuria in Southern Khorasan Province were assessed. The age and gender of patients, parents’ marital status, parents’ occupational status, parents’ educational level, the distance between home and phenylketonuria clinic, and the number of affected siblings having phenylketonuria were documented. We were not able to contact five patients having phenylketonuria in Southern Khorasan Province. Data were analyzed by SPSS 16 software using the Mann-Whitney U test and the Kruskal-Wallis test. The significance level was considered P<0.05. Results: Totally, 32 patients with a Mean±SD age of 6.6±4.7 years enrolled in this study among whom 23 were male (71.9%) and 9 patients were female (28.1%). The Mean±SD phenylalanine level in this study group was 8.1±5.2 mg/dL. The disease was optimally controlled in 14 patients (43.3%) and poorly controlled in 18 patients (56.3%). There was not any statistically significant relation between the metabolic control of the disease and any of the assessed social and demographic factors. Conclusions: The disease was properly controlled in 43.3% of the assessed population, and 56.3% had poor metabolic control. There was not any statistically significant relation between the metabolic control of patients having phenylketonuria in Southern Khorasan Province and the assessed demographic and social variables. As the number of known cases in South Khorasan province is limited, the small sample size could be one of the main limitations of our study.
Clinical Findings and Dental Manifestations Associated With Microcephalic Osteodysplastic Primordial Dwarfism Type II: A Case Report
Authors:   Department of Pedodontics, School of Dentistry, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran., Nazemi Salman Bahareh , Biglar Nazila ,   Department of Pedodontics, School of Dentistry, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran., Mirkeshavarz Masoumeh ,   Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, School of Dentistry, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran., Ansari Ghasem ,   Department of Pedodontics, School of Dentistry, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: January 2023

Background: Microcephalic Osteodysplastic Primordial Dwarfism type 2 (MOPD II) is a rare untreatable genetic disorder characterized by severe prenatal and postnatal growth retardation, microcephaly, bird-headed face (receding forehead and chin, a beaklike nose, and prominent eyes), skeletal abnormalities, abnormal dentition, abnormal hair and skin changes, high-pitched nasal voice, and an increased risk for insulin resistance and cerebrovascular disease. MOPDII is caused by mutations in the pericentrin gene and is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. This study aims to report a MOPD II child patient. Case Presentation: A seven-year-old girl genetically diagnosed with MOPD II has been presented in this case report. Clinical, radiological, and laboratory findings with emphasis on oral features have been reported, and her dental problems management has also been described. Conclusions: MOPD II patients have a shorter life expectancy. The main health complications which need regular care include vascular changes of the central nervous system, diabetes mellitus, renal problems, blood pressure, cardiac pathologies, and hematologic profile. MOPD II patients have a high risk of caries because they consume soft and cariogenic foods due to microdontia, oligodontia, and an incompetent masticatory system. On the other hand, dental treatment for such patients can be very challenging. MOPD II cases and their families should be aware of the importance of oral hygiene and routine dental follow-ups.
COVID-19 in Children With Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Systematic Review
Authors:   Metabolic Liver Disease Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran., Nasri Peiman , Sadeghi Somayeh ,   Acquired Immunodeficiency Research Center, Al-Zahra Hospital, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran., Hovsepian Silva ,   Metabolic Liver Disease Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran., Chegini Rojin ,   Metabolic Liver Disease Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran., Soltani Esmaeili Shahrzad ,   Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Imam Hossein Children’s Hospital, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran., Kiani Gelareh ,   Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Imam Hossein Children’s Hospital, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran.
Published: January 2023

Background: Considering the chronic immunosuppression in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) patients, it is necessary to evaluate the course of COVID-19 in these patients. Studies have shown various results in adult IBD patients. This study aimed to find out the course of this infection in pediatric IBD patients. Methods: This was a systematic review study according to the PRISMA 2020 guideline. International databases including Scopus, PubMed, and the Web of Science were searched with a combination of “COVID-19” AND “IBD” or synonyms until October 16, 2021. Studies that have reported the outcomes of COVID-19 infection in patients less than 19 years of age were selected. Name of author, country, study duration and type, IBD type and drugs, and COVID-19 outcomes were extracted. Results: From the initially retrieved 2215 articles, finally 16 articles were eligible. Data from 1040 pediatric IBD patients were reported. Twenty-four patients were hospitalized, 5 developed patients multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, and others had a mild disease course and were outpatient. Steroid use, severe IBD activity, and comorbidities were shown to increase risk of hospitalization and disease severity. Conclusions: COVID-19 is a benign and self-limited disease in pediatric IBD patients. Comorbidities, steroid use, and severe IBD activity affect the outcomes.
Salivary Proteins, Enzymes and Immune Factors Associated With Early Childhood Caries: A Narrative Review
Authors:   Student Research Committee, Faculty of Dentistry, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran., Salehabadi Negareh , Savasari Aaryousha Moallem ,   Student Research Committee, Faculty of Dentistry, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran., Nahvi Azam ,   Dental Research Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.
Published: January 2023

Background: Early Childhood Caries (ECC) has many etiologies such as families’ socioeconomic status, parents’ education and awareness, prolonged and improper bottle or breastfeeding, consuming sweet foods and high-sugar diets, brushing techniques, immaturity of children’s immune system, family size, and Streptococcus mutans. Evidence Acquisition: The data used in our review were searched from articles published between 1950 to 2021 and using ECC, children, saliva, salivary biomarkers, salivary enzymes, salivary peptides, salivary proteins, and immunity as keywords, collected from official web pages (Scopus, PubMed, Embase, and Google scholar) and documents published from different international institutions. The search was limited to articles published in the English language. After screening the abstract, the full text of 194 related studies was reviewed. Finally, 78 most related studies were selected. Results and Conclusions: ECC-related salivary proteins and peptides are Proline-rich proteins, salivary mucins, Lactoferrin, immunoglobulins, Toll-like receptors, Lysozyme, Histatins, Statherin, Defensins, Calprotectin, and Cytokines. ECC-related enzymes are Amylase, Lysozyme, Lactoperoxidase, Alkaline phosphatase, Carbonic anhydrase VI, Lactate dehydrogenase, and Glucosyltransferase B. Immunity factors affecting ECC include IgA (sIgA), IgG, IgM, salivary mucins, Lactoferrin, TLRs, Histatins, Statins, Defensins, Calprotectin, Lysozyme, Lactoperoxidase, Cytokines and interleukins, Cathelicidin (LL-37), Agglutinin, Cysteine, and Neutrophils.
Shame in borderline, antisocial and narcissistic personality disorders: Theoretical conceptualizations and empirical findings
Authors:   Ph.D. Student, Department of Psychology, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran, Asgarizadeh Ahmad , Ghanbari Saeed ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran
Published: January 2023

Shame is a self-conscious emotion that can be named psychological pain. The consensus is that shame has adaptive and maladaptive aspects. In other words, although shame warns individuals about the loss of their social position, its experience could lead to different types of psychopathology, namely personality pathology. The aim of the current study was (1) to explore the theoretical perspectives about the association between shame and personality disorders and (2) to investigate the congruency of empirical findings with the aforesaid theories. By conducting a narrative review of the most significant references existing in the literature, we found that most of the theories and studies were about cluster B personality disorders (and in particular, about borderline, antisocial, and narcissistic personality disorders). Shame plays a distinct role in the development and maintenance of the above-said personality disorders. The most notable difference is related to the level of consciousness in which shame is processed. Moreover, particularly in the relationship between shame, grandiose narcissism, psychopathy, and antisocial personality disorder, inconsistencies among theories and empirical findings were observed. Experiencing shame could have enduring impacts on individuals' mental health. When shame is internalized, it may lead to the development of personality disorders in different ways and patterns.
The design criteria of healing garden in aged care centers through enhancing mental well-being approach for the elderly with depression (Case study: Ayatollah Modarres Psychiatric Hospital)
Authors:   MSc Student, Department of Architecture, Najafabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Najafabad, Iran, Ilkhan Sahar , Hossein Shabani Amir ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Urban Planning, Najafabad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Najafabad, Iran, Rajabi Fateme ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
Published: January 2023

Introduction: Having specific physical and mental characteristics, elders require a variety of needs and care. Depression is one the most common psychological issues in elders and neglecting the quality of elders’ medical environment can impact their mental health. Aim: The present research aims to investigate the design of a healing garden at elderly care centers with an approach to improving the mental health of elders suffering from depression. Method: The present research has been conducted quantitatively and through the Grounded Theoury method. The research statistical population included elders suffering from depression residing at Najafabad Ayatollah Modarres Psychiatric hospital in 2020 that from among these individuals, 15 depressed elders between the age of 65-70 years old (8 males and 7 females) were selected through the purposive sampling method. Data collection was conducted through semi-structured interviews and was analyzed through the Strauss and Corbin method in three stages of open, axial, and selective coding in the MAXQDA software. Results: The results are identified in form of healing garden components for improving the mental health of depressed elders including 300 initial (open) and selective codes and 3 main categories: relation with nature, five senses’ stimulation, and space quality for the healing garden’s patients, which had a positive impact on maintaining wellbeing and promoting mental health in depressed elders. Conclusion: This research showed that healing garden components at elderly care centers are effective for developing peace, reducing stress, and promoting improvement in patients’ health. Therefore, it is recommended that care centers are designed considering the healing gardens’ components to provide the opportunity for developing the feeling of rejuvenation and release from all tensions for achieving good health and treatment.