bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PEMANFAATAN ALAT PENGERING ASAM SUNTI (AVERRHOA BILIMBI L) TIPE LORONG MENGGUNAKAN BLOWER DAN BERBAHAN BAKAR GAS DI DESA GEDUBANG JAWA
Authors: Iskandar  , Abdul Rahman Nazaruddin , Arif Zainal , Harmin Amelia
Published: April 2024

Asam sunti (Averrhoa Bilimbi L) salah satu tanaman yang banyak tumbuh dipekarangan dan dimanfaatkan oleh masyarakat Aceh. Di Aceh, asam sunti digunakan sebagai bumbu masakan, baik itu dalam bentuk segar, maupun dalam bentuk olahan. Pengeringan yang kurang efisien akan  mempengaruhi pengeringan, misalnya faktor cuaca dan faktor lamanya proses pengeringan yang disebabkan oleh cahaya matahari yang didapatkan tidak penuh 24 jam. Pengeringan merupakan salah satu cara efektif untuk mengawetkan asam sunti agar dapat disimpan dalam jangka waktu yang lama. Untuk mengatasi keterbatasan ataupun kekurangan pada pengeringan tenaga matahari maka dibuatlah alat pengering asam sunti yang mampu digunakan setiap waktu dan menjamin kehigienisan asam sunti yang dikeringkan. Alat ini didesain berbentuk seperti lorong dengan drum minyak yang didalam nya di letakkan rak untuk menaruh asam sunti dengan menggunakan Arduino sebagai kontrol, sensor Thermocouple type K dan MAX 6775 sebagai sensor suhu untuk mengetahui berapa waktu terbaik dalam pengeringan. Kegiatan ini melibatkan aparat desa, masyarakat dan mahasiswa. Hasil dari penelitian ini beupa produk asam sunti yang dikeringkan dengan menggunakan alat pengering yang dapat digunakan langsung untuk bumbu masakan. Pelatihan ini diharapkan bisa diaplikasikan oleh masyarakat sehingga pembuatan asam sunti menjadi lebih efisien.
PEMASANGAN PHOTOCELL PADA LAMPU PJU SEBAGAI UPAYA PENINGKATAN EFEKTIFITAS PENERANGAN DI LORONG TGK.MUHAMMAD DESA PAYA BUJOK SEULEUMAK LANGSA ACEH
Authors: Fahril M. Ari , Naziah Afrahun , Siregar Ginda Maruli Andi , Musfirah Rizka
Published: April 2024

Lampu penerangan jalan umum (PJU) yang ada di Lorong Tgk. Muhammad terdiri dari 2 unit. Selama ini, lampu PJU yang terpasang masih dioperasikan secara manual menggunakan miniature circuit breaker (MCB) . Pola seperti ini tentu tidak efektif dan efisien karena mengharuskan warga yang tinggal disekitar lokasi PJU harus meluangkan waktunya untuk menyalakan dan mematikan lampu PJU tersebut. Oleh karena itu, pengabdian ini akan difokuskan pada modifikasi lampu PJU dengan teknologi photocell. Hasil kegiatan yang dilakukan yaitu terpasangnya teknologi photocell di 2 titik lampu PJU dan adanya peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan warga terkait dengan teknologi photocell.
SISTEM PRESENSI MENGGUNAKAN QR CODE DAN GOOGLE SPREDSHEET DI SEKOLAH MADRASAH IPTIDAIYAH DI DESA TREBUNGAN
Authors: Azizah Nur , Jannah Raudatul , Agus Wilantara Rudi , Fajri Andika , Rifqi A.H Muhammad
Published: April 2024

Pendidikan merupakan salah satu aspek penting dalam pembangunan suatu bangsa. Seiring dengan perkembangan teknologi, banyak lembaga pendidikan, termasuk sekolah Madrasah Ibtidaiyah di Desa Trebungan, dituntut untuk memanfaatkan teknologi guna meningkatkan efisiensi dan efektivitas pengelolaan kegiatan, termasuk proses presensi siswa. Adapun metode yang digunakan diantaranya metode observasi yaitu metode dengan melakukan pengamatan secara langsung pada obyek yang akan di amati. Sistem presensi manual yang masih banyak digunakan di sekolah-sekolah saat ini seringkali menyebabkan berbagai masalah, seperti ketidak akuratan data, kehilangan lembar presensi, dan pemrosesan data yang memakan waktu.

Untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut, diperlukan inovasi dalam manajemen presensi siswa. Oleh karena itu dibuatlah aplikasi absensi siswa yang dirancang dan di implementasikan untuk  sekolah-sekolah, dan dalam Perancangan hingga ke tahap implementasi Absensi Digital telah dapat dijalankan dengan baik. Dengan aplikasi ini dapat mencegah terjadinya kecurangan absensi, karena absen disimpan dalam bentuk sebuah file excel dan dapat langsung tersimpan secara otomatis Kedalam file excel (google spreadsheet).
The Aspectual Properties of Italian Venire Passives
Authors: Gallardo Martine
Published: April 2024

Italian essere (be) and venire (come) periphrastic passives differ in their aspectual properties, both lexical and grammatical. Squartini’s (1999) analysis of venire passives accounts for their incompatibility with perfect aspect. In the present study, I develop an account of passive venire in which it is analyzed as a light verb, rather than a lexical verb. This difference, together with certain assumptions about the syntax of lexical aspect are leveraged to account for passive venire’s incompatibility with perfect aspect, propredicative lo, and with stative verbs. In this way, the empirical ground covered by the previous analysis is substantially expanded.
A Message to Staff Members About Managing Up
Authors: Fink Childs Susan
Published: April 2024

This article provides valuable insights into managing up, relationship management, and emotional intelligence in a medical practice. It emphasizes the importance of getting to know your bosses, understanding the practice’s goals, and treating everyone the same. The case studies provide practical examples of how to restore relationships and welcome an interim administrator. The article underscores the significance of managing up to improve communication, improve patient care, and provide a positive culture in a medical practice.
Atuação do cirurgião-dentista na estratégia saúde da família: permear entre o prescrito e o real
Authors: Cruz Caio Fernando dos Santos da , Viana Ingrid Soares , Rocha Marcelo Pereira da , Vilela Alba Benemérita Alves
Published: April 2024

A atuação do Cirurgião-dentista deve responder às necessidades de saúde da população. Neste contexto, objetivou-se analisar a atuação destes profissionais enquanto membro da equipe multiprofissional da Estratégia Saúde da Família. Trata-se de um estudo descritivo de caráter qualitativo, com Cirurgiões-Dentistas inseridos na Estratégia Saúde da Família de um município baiano de pequeno porte. A coleta dos dados ocorreu mediante a aplicação da entrevista semiestruturada, áudio-gravadas e submetidas à análise de conteúdo de Bardin, e os conteúdos textuais processados no software IRAMUTEQ. As principais dificuldades foram o desconhecimento da realidade local da área de atuação da equipe, deficiência nas ações de planejamento, como também, nas atividades preventivas e educativas, sendo realizadas de maneira tradicional. Ademais, não participam de forma integrada na equipe, consequentemente a articulação das ações entre os membros não acontece de forma sistemática, como parte integrante do seu processo de trabalho. Recomenda-se a reavaliação do processo de trabalho na Atenção Primária à Saúde do município, considerando que é fundamental o papel do Cirurgião-Dentista enquanto profissional de saúde integrante desse nível de atenção à saúde.
Culturally-Responsive Maternity Care
Authors: Elmir Dr Rakime
Published: April 2024

Culture forms part of many individuals’ identities. Many people have firmly held beliefs and practices that inform their being and the way they conduct themselves in society. Culture influences health beliefs and engagement with the maternity system for women. Health professionals engaging with women and their partners in the maternity space may have preconceived notions and ideologies about culture. Midwives have a right to differing cultural and religious views, however, they must ensure their views do not impede on the provision of midwifery care.
Life as an Indigenous Student Away From Bas
Authors: Peleseuma Courtney
Published: April 2024

Studying in Australia can be a challenging prospect. The vastness of the country geographically can mean tertiary education can be several hours or hundreds of kilometres away from home. For First Nations people living in rural and remote communities, the challenge is even greater. In 2021, less than 30 per cent of First Nations people had completed tertiary education.1 Returning midwifery care and cultural birth practices to First Nations communities is pertinent to healing health inequities, strengthening culturally-safe practices and continuing connections to language, ancestry, country and community.2
Vaginal Breech Birth at Term
Authors: Escudero Francina , Blackwell Elli
Published: April 2024

Literature shows that women’s autonomy, informed choice and feelings of control have all been influenced following the diagnosis of a breech at term.1,2 Though guidelines by The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) stipulate women should be given the choice of a vaginal or caesarean birth, this is not always the case. In this piece, the authors discuss factors that could influence these decisions, and how women who want to have a vaginal breech birth can be supported. It finishes with an author’s reflection of her breech birth.
Comparative study NFC and RFC on nutritional and sensory profile of guava juices
Authors: Gurauraja Rao Brunda , Kavyashree Urs , Shilpa Sachin Shetty , Kirti Sharma
Published: April 2024

Guava juice, with its distinctive flavour and being rich in vitamin C, lycopene, β- carotene and flavonoids, is known for its health-promoting properties, such as its antioxidant capacity and cancer-preventive effects. As retention of nutrient composition is an important criterion in juice processing, especially loss of nutrients post vacuum concentration and reconstitution, a comparative study was conducted on Not From Concentrate (NFC) and Reconstituted From Concentrate (RFC) juice of Bangalore pink guava. Significant loss of antioxidant activity (p ≤ 0.05), vitamin C (18.8 %) and β-carotene (13. 0%) (p ≤ 0.01) was observed in guava RFC as compared to guava NFC, which might be caused by heating of juice under vacuum concentration. The iron bioavailability of guava NFC was significantly (p ≤ 0.01) higher by 38 % in Caco-2 cell studies. The sensory profile of NFC showed a fresher taste, more freshness, a naturally sweet taste and astringency compared to RFC. Minor deviations were observed in physicochemical parameters. Thus, guava NFC ensures better retention of vitamin C, antioxidant activity, β-carotene, iron bioavailability as well as better in sensorial properties compared to RFC.
Radiological Risk to Inhalation of Thoron Gas from Medical Materials Samples Derived from Medical Plants in Iraq
Authors: Abojassim A. A. , Lawi D. J. , Hassan A. B.
Published: April 2024

Pollution by thoron is one of the factors that is harmful to human health. Medical materials, especially those derived from plants, have natural ingredients which are a major source of natural radioactivity, thoron being one of them. Therefore, the presence of harmful radioactivity in these materials is a matter of concern. This study determined the concentrations of thoron (220Rn or radon-220) from 70 samples of medical materials derived from medical plants using a CR-39 detector. Samples are drugs (solid), skin creams, herbs, toothpaste, drugs (liquid), and cosmetic products found in Iraqi pharmacies. Also, radiological risks such as Annual Effective Dose (AED), Excessive Lifetime Cancer Risk (ELCR), and Lung Cancer Case (LCC) due to inhalation of thoron from medical materials samples in pharmacies were calculated. The results show that the results of the thoron  concentrations in the samples of medical materials ranged from 1.02 Bq/m3 to 74.53 Bq/m3, with an average value of 18.21 ± 2.00 Bq/m3. The range values of AED, ELCR (×10-3) and LCC (×10-6) were 0.01-0.588 mSv/y, 0.04-2.36, and 0.18-10.58, respectively. It was als found that the thoron concentrations in samples of the present study vary from a minimum of 12.82 Bq/m3 in cosmetic products samples to a maximum of 30.29 Bq/m3 in herbs samples. Nonetheless, all thoron and radiological risk values were lower than the acceptable world limit (thoron = 200-300 Bq/m3  by ICRP and AED = 1.1-4.4 mSv/y by UNSCEAR).
The Effect of Zinc Concentration on Bioaccumulation in Milkfish (Chanos chanos) Use of 65Zn as a Radioactive Tracer
Authors: Wahyono I. B. , Muslim M , Suseno H. , Suryono C. A.
Published: April 2024

Bioaccumulation studies of zinc (Zn) in milkfish (Chanos chanos) have been carried out in the laboratory using a 65Zn radiotracer. The research was conducted to determine the effect of Zn concentration on the ability of Chanos chanos to accumulate and release these contaminants. Zn absorption follows the single-compartment model, and experiments were carried out until stable conditions were achieved. The stages of research were biota collection, acclimatization, bioaccumulation, and elimination. Acclimatization was carried out for biota adaptation in the experimental environment. Bioaccumulation was carried out for 7 days by placing the biota in an aquarium filled with seawater added with 65Zn radiotracer contaminants. The elimination process involves the release of contaminants from the biota by placing them in contaminant-free seawater for 7 days. The results of the bioaccumulation experiment showed that the concentration factor (CF) ranged from 0.67 - 18.18 mLgr-1 at a concentration of ZnCl2 of 1.5 ppm, and the absorption constant (ku) 1.878 - 3.267d-1 and R2 was 0.0276. The release of contaminants in depuration experiments was highest at ZnCl2 2 ppm concentrations. The percentage of retention during depuration was between 14.61 - 79.91 %, the elimination constant (ke) was 8.681, and R2 was 0.7213.
Fluka Monte Carlo for Validating Low-Energy Neutron Capture Therapy Tissue with Boron and Gadolinium
Authors: Bakolia T. E. , Didi A. , Sebihi R. , Adambounou K. , Hazou E.
Published: April 2024

Research Gap: Neutron Capture Therapy (NCT) represents a cutting-edge neutron-therapy technique for tumor treatment, but there is a gap in understanding the optimization of neutron dose deposition in tumor cells, particularly in tissues enriched with boron and gadolinium. Research Objective: This study aims to evaluate the dose deposited by thermal neutrons in adipose tissues enriched with boron and gadolinium, utilizing the Monte Carlo Fluka code. Research Methodology: The research employs Fluka, an open source Monte Carlo simulations to assess thermal neutron dose deposition in tissues. The focus is on boron and gadolinium-enriched tissues to understand their impact on neutron dose optimization. Results: Findings affirm the advantages of boron and gadolinium in enhancing neutron dose deposition within tissues. Fluka simulations demonstrate the strategic utilization of neutron properties, showcasing the potential for improved tumor management. The study highlights gadolinium's attractiveness, suggesting its promising application in clinical settings.
MELHORES PRÁTICAS NA PREVENÇÃO DE LESÕES CUTÂNEAS POR ADESIVOS MÉDICOS: CONHECIMENTO DA EQUIPE DE ENFERMAGEM DE UM HOSPITAL UNIVERSITÁRIO
Authors: Botelho Bruna Thayná Ramos , Ennes Lucas Mateus Castro , Campos Larissa Aparecida Eleres , Petillo Ivanildes Gomes , Balzereit Carlo , Araújo Raquel Patrício de , Macêdo Lohana Queiroz de , Galvão Nariani Souza , Menezes Saskia Sampaio Cipriano de
Published: April 2024

Introdução: Lesão cutânea por adesivo médico é uma nova classe de lesão ainda pouco estudada. Ela foi estabelecida pelo acrônimo em inglês MARSI (Medical Adhesive Related Skin Injury) e consiste em qualquer dano na pele após a retirada de um adesivo médico. O profissional da enfermagem participa ativamente do cuidado do paciente e faz a utilização em larga escala desses adesivos durante sua assistência. Com isso, é de grande importância certificar o conhecimento da equipe de enfermagem a respeito das mais preferíveis evidências científicas sobre a prevenção de lesões cutâneas relacionadas a adesivos médicos, para que a partir disso seja possível efetuar estratégias de ampliação de conhecimento da equipe de enfermagem acerca do tema visando a melhoria desse dano evitável. Objetivos: Investigar se a equipe de enfermagem de um hospital universitário atende os critérios de recomendações das melhores evidências e práticas para prevenção de lesões cutâneas por adesivos médicos. Método: Estudo descritivo, prospectivo, com abordagem quantitativa, seguindo as diretrizes do Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI). Resultados: Foram utilizados os critérios auditáveis obtidos pelo JBI em auditorias de base e seguimento junto à equipe de enfermagem. Destacamos índices de conformidade aumentados após intervenção educativa. Carga de trabalho e remanejamentos foram indicadores relacionados à baixa conformidade. Conclusão: Enfatizamos a necessidade célere de mais investimentos em treinamentos periódicos com o tema MARSI junto às rotina da unidade.
METODOLOGIA ATIVA DE ENSINO NA FORMAÇÃO DO ENFERMEIRO: RELATO DE EXPERIÊNCIA
Authors: Passos Vanda Cristina dos Santos , Vilchez Luciana Fiorella Santillán , Ávila Livia Keismanas de , Souza Graziela Ramos Barbosa de
Published: April 2024

A fim de aprimorar a educação em enfermagem e desenvolver a aprendizagem, destacam-se as metodologias ativas. O objetivo do estudo é relatar a experiencia das autoras, na aplicação de metodologia ativa de ensino-aprendizagem. Método: Trata-se de um relato de experiência de docentes do curso de Graduação em Enfermagem, sobre a vivência na prática pedagógica, com discentes do 7º semestre, durante a disciplina de Estágio Curricular em Enfermagem Hospitalar, em agosto de 2023, por meio de oficina na qual foi proposto a metodologia ativa, JigSaw e Mapa Conceitual, para o ensino dos conceitos de SAE e PE, assim como, a aplicabilidade destes dois métodos na prática clínica. Resultados: foi identificado nos pontos chaves, onde identificado a maior dificuldade dos discentes, “A dificuldade de realizar a interface de SAE e PE, os docentes perceberam o discente como um protagonista de seu aprendizado, sendo ele um mediador, capaz de despertar nos discentes uma curiosidade para contribuição no conhecimento científico. Considerações finais: As Metodologias Ativas possuem potencial para ideias inovadoras, suscitando nos discentes a motivação para novas experiências.
RESGATE ÀS MULHERES COM COLPOCITOLOGIA ONCÓTICA EM ATRASO: UM CONVITE AO CUIDADO
Authors: Ferreira Cristiane dos Santos , Farias Karol Fireman de , Almeida Dayse Chaves Cardoso de , Nascimento Júlia Espedita de Melo , Santos Pedro Henrique Ferreira dos , Silva José Roberto da , Santos José Lucas Ferreira dos , Santos Adryelle Aparecida dos , Santos Caio Henrique Teixeira
Published: April 2024

A forma mais importante para o controle do câncer de colo de útero é a prevenção através do rastreamento pela colpocitologia oncótica. A atenção básica é responsável por oferecer a realização desse procedimento no SUS. No entanto, vários estigmas e pudores ainda assombram a coleta do exame, principalmente em zonas rurais. Quebrar esse estigma e fortalecer a confiança na realização do exame foi o ponto principal desse estudo que teve como objetivo principal relatar a experiência ao realizar busca ativa das mulheres com colpocitologia em atraso há mais de 3 anos. Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, do tipo relato de experiência, utilizando o planejamento estratégico situacional, no qual os agentes comunitários de saúde foram capacitados e as mulheres com citologia em atraso foram identificadas. Para o fortalecimento do vínculo entre a enfermeira e as mulheres, pensou-se em realizar a busca ativa através de um convite impresso em papel cartão. Inicialmente, foram convidadas 50 mulheres, comparecendo 32. Todas participaram da consulta de enfermagem ginecológica, realizaram a coleta de teste rápido para IST e a coleta da citologia. O fortalecimento do vínculo de confiança permite o estreitamento dos laços criados, facilitando a continuidade das atividades de promoção a saúde e do tratamento, além de permitir o processo de corresponsabilização da usuária e a continuidade do cuidado. Isso foi possível utilizando-se um convite impresso e dedicado a mulher, fazendo-a sentir-se especial. Essa estratégia pode ser adaptada a todos os níveis de atenção, permitindo o desenvolvimento de ações de saúde em todos os âmbitos do SUS.
O USO DA ACUPUNTURA COMO FORMA DE TRATAMENTO DA CEFALEIA MIGRÂNEA
Authors: Sobral Maria Fernanda Barbosa , Matos Ana Clara Costa de Brito , César Lucas Augusto Figueirêdo , Sampaio Virginia Ribeiro , Nascimento João Lucas Freire , Farias Herik Soares , Pereira Kamilly Vitória de Oliveira , Milhomem Alexandra Osório , Oliveira Sarah Leocádio , Luz Iara Fernanda de Oliveira da , Amorim Tatiemelis da Costa , Xavier Ludmila Fernanda Gentil , Santos Denilton Ribeiro dos , Barros Higor de Queiroz , Souza Maria Eduarda Silva de
Published: April 2024

A acupuntura é uma técnica da medicina chinesa e tem sido cada vez mais reconhecida como uma terapia eficaz no tratamento da enxaqueca, oferecendo alívio dos sintomas sem efeitos adversos graves. Este estudo revisa a literatura recente sobre o uso da acupuntura no manejo da enxaqueca, destacando sua eficácia e segurança. Foram analisados ensaios clínicos randomizados publicados nos últimos 10 anos, em línguas portuguesa, inglesa e espanhola, utilizando os descritores "acupuntura" e "enxaqueca". Critérios de inclusão e exclusão foram estabelecidos para selecionar os estudos mais relevantes e confiáveis para esta revisão sistemática da literatura. Estudos demonstraram que a acupuntura verdadeira resultou em uma redução significativa das crises de enxaqueca. A técnica mostrou-se eficaz em todas as fases da enxaqueca, proporcionando alívio da dor. A acupuntura é uma opção terapêutica segura e bem tolerada para pacientes com enxaqueca, podendo ser utilizada tanto no tratamento agudo quanto na prevenção das crises. A análise dos estudos ressalta a importância de avaliar a qualidade metodológica das pesquisas para garantir resultados confiáveis e evitar viés. Assim, esse método emerge como uma alternativa promissora no manejo da enxaqueca, oferecendo alívio dos sintomas e melhorando a qualidade de vida dos pacientes. Mais pesquisas são necessárias para explorar ainda mais o potencial terapêutico da acupuntura e sua aplicação em diferentes populações de pacientes com enxaqueca.
FATORES DE RISCO PARA NATIMORTALIDADE EM HOSPITAL ESTADUAL DE REFERÊNCIA PARA GESTAÇÃO DE ALTO RISCO
Authors: Azevedo Lucas Patrick do Carmo , Cavalcante José Carlos Wilkens
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: identificar os fatores de risco para a ocorrência de óbitos fetais em um hospital de referência na assistência materno-infantil do Estado do Pará. Metodologia: trata-se de um estudo observacional do tipo caso-controle, onde a população estudada foram as gestantes que evoluíram para óbito fetal (grupo caso) e nascidos vivos (grupo controle), incluindo-se gestações com mais de 22 semanas e peso ao nascer maior ou igual a 500 gramas e excluiu-se prontuários com 50% dos dados inelegíveis, em branco ou ignorados. Os dados coletados foram provenientes de prontuários de pacientes atendidos no referido serviço entre janeiro e dezembro de 2017. Resultados: obteve-se uma taxa de mortalidade fetal de 35.7‰. Apresentaram relevância estáticas as variáveis idade, estado civil e peso de nascimento. Comportaram-se como fatores de risco as variáveis etilismo (OR:1.5), hipertensão arterial sistêmica (OR:2.2), outras doenças diagnosticadas previamente a gestação (OR:2.7), malformação (OR:4.6), destacando-se o descolamento prematuro de placenta (OR:10.4) e a pré-eclâmpsia grave (OR:10.5) como os fatores mais relevantes para o óbito fetal no presente estudo. As variáveis número de consultas médicas durante o pré-natal e trabalho de parto prematuro comportaram-se como fator protetor. As causas de óbito identificadas foram hipóxia intrauterina (48%), morte fetal não especificada (41%) e óbito por outras causas (11%). Conclusão: foi possível estabelecer a taxa de natimortalidade da população estudada, assim como a identificação de suas principais causas. Através da análise das variáveis obteve-se uma série de fatores de risco já documentados em outros trabalhos, assim como fatores protetores. A melhoria da qualidade do pré-natal e da adesão das gestantes a esse serviço deve ser o foco de estratégias de redução do óbito fetal no Brasil.
Estudio de la Demanda Oftalmológica Urgente en una Provincia Española (Castellón)
Authors: Vallés Martínez Juan Mariano , Verdejo Gómez Lucía
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: Conocer de manera actualizada las características de la patología oftalmológica urgente en una provincia española (Castellón). Métodos: Estudio epidemiológico transversal sobre 2224 episodios de urgencias atendidos durante el año 2017 en el Hospital Provincial de Castellón y en el Hospital General de Castellón. Se evaluaron diversas variables:  edad, sexo, mes, día de la semana, motivo de consulta, tiempo de evolución de los síntomas, diagnóstico, y tratamiento. Resultados: La media de edad de los pacientes fue de 53,85 (±21,912) años. La distribución por sexos supuso 1178 mujeres (53%) y 1046 hombres (47%), sin encontrarse diferencias estadísticamente significativas. El 17,6% carecían de diagnóstico en el informe de alta, el grupo diagnóstico más frecuente fue el de queratitis el 16,9% de los casos, seguido de trastornos de la conjuntiva, apareciendo en el 16,7% de los casos.  El resto de los grupos diagnósticos completaron el 50% restante. Conclusiones: El paciente que acudió con más frecuencia a los servicios de urgencia en la provincia de Castellón consistió en una mujer adulta de entre 30 y 70 años con alteraciones de la superficie ocular (ya sea la córnea o la conjuntiva). La actualización del conocimiento epidemiológico permite adecuar los recursos existentes a la demanda poblacional.
Pitiriasis Palpebral: Tratamiento y Manejo
Authors: Matías Morales Jorge Antonio , Rodas Lopez Ana Julissa , Son García Ana Nathali , Durini Mérida María Paola , Sacor Quijivix Nancy Jhoselin , Orellana Castillo María Fernanda
Published: April 2024

Pitiriasis palpebral es una ectoparasitosis de las pestañas debida a una infestación por Pthirus pubis. Se presenta el caso de un paciente masculino de 63 años con Pitiriasis palpebral, quien acude a este centro por historia de ojo rojo y picazón de ojo izquierdo de 6 meses de evolución.  Se indica tratamiento médico tópico y por vía oral, paciente con buena evolución posterior a tratamiento inicial, sin embargo se continúa el tratamiento por 2 ciclos más hasta la resolución completa de la infección. Los casos de Pitiriasis palpebral no son muy raros, sin embargo, no son motivo de consulta frecuente, por lo que no se diagnostica oportunamente. El objetivo de presentar este reporte de caso es evidenciar las diversas terapias médicas que existen en la literatura y exponer la respuesta clínica a la terapia indicada en este paciente en particular.
DeBakey type 1 acute aortic dissection: Diagnostic and clinical challenges
Authors: Eduardo da Costa Nunes Bosso Carlos , Keiko Uieda Rafaela , De Souza Camargo Matheus , Milhorança Pinheiro Pablo , Milhorança Pinheiro Maíra , Clara do Nascimento Perpétuo Maria , Vitor Ferreira Paulo , Carromeu Dias Pioch Armando , Piovesana Fardin Isabela , Mendonça Gervasoni Yago , Freire Bassan Mirella , Benedito Sãovesso Froio Lourenço Alberto , Rodrigues Ragassi Guilherme
Published: April 2024

Acute aortic dissection (AAD) is a clinical condition with an obscure prognosis, possibly fatal evolution and complicated diagnosis. Among the diseases that cause chest pain, the diagnosis of AAD is usually one of the least speculated, and the aid of imaging tests is often necessary to raise this hypothesis. The present case report aims to describe the clinical condition of admission and the therapeutic approach adopted in a patient who was admitted to the emergency department complaining of severe chest pain, radiating to the jaw. The initial suspicion was AMI, and catheterization was instituted, which did not show any coronary obstruction. Chest X-ray raised suspicion of AAD, which was confirmed with a CT angiography. Although she received an incorrect diagnosis at first, the patient was correctly submitted to the procedures and received appropriate treatment, having survived the acute condition of aortic dissection.
Influence of fertigation on seed quality coffee
Authors: Feitosa Danilo Tiago , de Oliveira José Ribamar Neto Dourado , Melo Carlos Cicinato Vieira , Freire Ana Izabella , de Souza Filipe Bittencourt Machado , de Araújo Nicolas Oliveira
Published: April 2024

Water availability and mineral nutrition are factors that affect the coffee crop and, when poorly managed, can cause excessive plant growth, delayed fruit maturation, leaching of soluble nutrients (mainly nitrogen), flower drop, higher occurrence of soil diseases and physiological disorders, higher energy costs and wear and tear of the irrigation system. This work was developed with the purpose of studying, among others, the effects of fertigation on the physical and physiological quality of coffee seeds produced in irrigated coffee plantations under different doses and installments of fertilization. In addition to the traditional system without irrigation and fertilized four times a year during the rainy season (control), five fertilization rates were studied, 70, 100, 130, 160 and 190% of the recommended for coffee fertigated by a drip system and two installments, twelve and four applications during the year. After harvesting the fruits at the cherry stage and drying, the seeds without parchment were submitted to analyses to evaluate the physiological quality, by means of the germination and vigor tests, and the physical quality, by the sieve retention test. It was concluded that the fertigation treatments used affect the physical quality of coffee seeds and do not affect the physiological quality.
Surface water quality assessment with a fuzzy inference system
Authors: Claros-Guerrero Edith Meryluz , Aguirre Fredy Román Paredes
Published: April 2024

Freshwater is a water resource that has been deteriorating due to natural causes and anthropogenic activities, requiring the evaluation of water quality, comparing the values of physical, chemical and biological parameters with a Water Quality Index. In this study, the surface water quality of the Huaura River Basin (2019-2021) was evaluated, with a fuzzy inference system (FIS), based on the Environmental Quality Standards (ECA), and the categorization of water use according to the National Water Authority (ANA), category 3: Irrigation of vegetables and animal beverages. The theoretical underpinnings of the ICARHF fuzzy index were designed in four steps: define fuzzy sets and membership function; fuzzy set operations; fuzzy logic and inference rules. The Technical Reports of two surface water quality monitoring points in the Huaura River Basin (2019-2021) were analyzed. FIS logic (ICARHF) was implemented with Matlab R2022a. The fuzzy index is correlated with the Surface Water Resources Environmental Quality Index (ICARHS) (r=0.92), accepting that there is no statistically significant difference between the two indices. The results prove that it is possible to design a fuzzy inference system to determine surface water quality, depending on the use to which the water is intended, based on the information available from governmental and non-governmental entities, even when there is little accessible information.
Klímaválságülés
Authors: Kenéz László
Published: April 2024

„… a japán kultúra egy jellegzetes eleméről olvasható néhány sor, majd pedig egy arról szóló fejtegetés, hogy mit jelenthet ez nekünk a klímaválság kapcsán. Hogy e két téma miként függ össze, nos, azonnal kiderül. A klasszikus japán szobabelső sajátossága az a szerkezeti elem, amely szellemi értelemben a szoba súlypontját képezi. Ez a tokonoma. Egyfajta bemélyedés ez, alkóv, amely nem a szoba falainak síkjában helyezkedik el, s leginkább egy nyitott, ajtó és polcok nélküli beépített szekrényre emlékeztet. Elnevezésében ott rejlik a japán esztétika egyik kulcsfogalma: a ma, amelynek általános jelentése: a dolgok közötti üres hely, tér, vagy még pregnánsabban: között.”
Impact of Urdbean Leaf Crinkle Disease on Growth and Yield of Urdbean (Vigna mungo L. Hepper) Genotypes
Authors: Devi Shalini , Kaur Gurpreet , Pathania Anju , Kumari Reenu , Singh Lakhmir
Published: April 2024

Blackgram (Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper), also known as urdbean, stands as a significant pulse crop cultivated globally. Among the viral diseases documented in blackgram, Urdbean Leaf Crinkle Disease (ULCD) emerges as particularly devastating, leading to substantial economic losses contingent upon factors such as seasonal variations and cultivated varieties. In this study, six cultivars of urdbean (M114, M218, M338, T9, N7, and M1008) were subjected to scrutiny regarding their growth and yield-related attributes under ULCD infection. Employing a randomized block design (RBD), data pertaining to each yield-contributing factor were meticulously recorded from both healthy and infected urdbean plants and analysed using two way ANOVA. A pronounced reduction across all yield parameters was noted in virus-infected plants, manifesting in diminished plant height by 2.02-37.01%, pod size by 1.10-51.30%, seed/pod ratio by 4.41-61.46%, 100-seed weight by 2.73%-51.37%, pod number per plant by 3.72-63.86%, and number of branches per plant ranging from 0.84 to 48.43%. Upon comparative analysis of all urdbean genotypes, it can be deduced that genotypes M114, M218, and M338 exhibit lesser susceptibility to urdbean leaf crinkle disease, thereby positioning them as promising candidates for breeding programs and cultivation endeavors aimed at achieving higher yields.
A Structural Equation Modelling Analysis of Gamification’s Impact on Purchase Intention
Authors: Varshney Seema , Kulkarni Neelufer Aslam , Velasco Rodrigo
Published: April 2024

Gamification has become a prevalent approach for appealing users and encouraging desired behaviours in many fields, comprising marketing, education, banking, healthcare, and numerous other fields. This paper explores in what way integrating gamified elements, such as Points, Badges, Rewards, Challenges, Leaderboards, and Interactive Activities, impacts the online shopping experience for buyers. This study investigates the influence of gamification on the buying intention of the buyers adopting online shopping. It examines the role of perceived ease of use, social interaction, perceived utility and perceived enjoyment in impacting buyers’ intention in online buying. The findings of this study intend to provide a valuable insight for e-commerce firms and sellers, aiding them to design and enhance online shopping platforms personalized to the inclinations of consumers. Finally, this study contributes to the wider understanding of consumer behaviour in the digital era and highlights approaches that can enhance the online shopping experience for buyers, nurturing customer engagement, and growth of the business.
The Rise of Thinking Machines: A Review of Artificial Intelligence in Contemporary Communication
Authors: Gholami Mohammad Javad , Al Abdwani Taqi
Published: April 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities in natural language processing are rapidly advancing and transforming communication practices across diverse contexts. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of AI's emerging roles in mediating and participating in direct communication to highlight key opportunities and research priorities around responsible innovation. The study surveys the extensive literature on major applications of AI, including virtual assistants, chatbots, smart replies, sentiment analysis tools, and automatic translation technologies. It also closely examines their current and potential usage and benefits across interpersonal, organizational, and societal communication. The analysis reveals these AI technologies promise enhanced efficiency, personali-zation, accessibility, and new modalities of expression in communication. The study found that if judiciously and ethically applied, they could incrementally improve communication speed, quality, relationships, and even therapists' capabilities over time. However, more rigorous research is still recommended to investigate longitudinal impacts on human well-being, increase accessibility for vulnerable demographic groups, advance multimodality AI systems, and develop tailored guidelines and user-centered studies to ensure ethical, socially responsible progress. Overall, this review synthesizes the current state of the science and pressing research needs in this rapidly emerging field.
Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Digital Marketing Strategies
Authors: Tauheed Jawad , Shabbir Aumir , Pervez Muhammad Shahid
Published: April 2024

In the globalised world, artificial intelligence (AI) has proved to have a significant impact on digital marketing. AI has transformed digital marketing campaigns with effective planning and companies have started to adopt AI for successful digital marketing. To enrich this literature, this study explored the role of AI in digital marketing strategies. In this study, a quantitative survey was conducted in which 115 participants were recruited through a random stratified sampling technique. Pearson product moment correlation and multiple regression analysis were used for data analysis. The results showed a strong positive relationship between AI and digital marketing strategies. AI could also account for 82.4% of the variance in digital marketing strategies. A comparison with previous literature reinforced the transformative impact of AI on digital marketing. The findings contributed to a nuanced understanding of the role of AI in shaping modern marketing strategies.
Audio Description Technology: Enhancing Communication of Culture-Bound Elements in Films
Authors: Homayouni Ghazaaleh , Khoshsaligheh Masood
Published: April 2024

Audio description (AD) technology, as a means of audiovisual translation (AVT), provides media accessibility (MA) for blind and partially sighted audiences. Through this innovative technology, the audio describer engages in real-time communication and gives a running commentary on the visual elements that are seen on the screen. The intersection of communication and technology in translation as reflected in how culture-bound elements are addressed in AVT has lately gained increasing attention. This phenomenological research aims to describe the solutions audio describers resort to for the rendition of culture-bound elements in Anglophone films into Persian. The audio descriptions of four Persian-dubbed English-language films were purposively selected as the sample corpus. The findings revealed that communication-centric strategies of specification, naming, and retention are, respectively, the most applied in the process of communicating the English culture-bound elements across the target culture by the audio describers. The implications of the findings for practice and theory are discussed.
Professional and Business Communication: Personal Strategies for the Post-Digital World, Edited by Hartley et al. (2023), Routledge, ISBN 9781032268002
Authors: Soudkhah Mohammadi Farzaneh
Published: April 2024

In light of the rapid technological advancements and their undeniable role in professional and business communication, Peter Hartley, Helena Knapton, and Susie Marriott took a step towards developing the third edition of ‘Professional and Business Communication’, encompassing 16 chapters on the complexities of professional communication with a focus on adapting to external influences in the constantly-changing business world. Its main themes revolve around communication in organizational settings, the impact of technology, different modes of communication, dealing with workplace change, and planning for professional development in the future. While the book may have minor imperfections, an analysis of its content proves how perfectly it fulfills its intended aims with regard to learning applicability and practicality for its target audience. The overall multifaceted approach towards communication, considering its dynamic nature, is the next issue highlighted in the present review.
La neuroeducación como herramienta fundamental en las instituciones educativas
Authors: Yandun Reyes Jorge Javier
Published: April 2024

La neuroeducación es una nueva rama de la enseñanza que se enfoca en cómo el cerebro responde ante el proceso de enseñanza – aprendizaje, el estudio de este apartado puede dar varias soluciones y entender el funcionamiento del cerebro en niños y adolescentes. En la actualidad la falta de interés en investigar este campo evita que muchos docentes puedan descifrar cómo el cerebro reacciona frente al aprendizaje. El objetivo de esta investigación es identificar las diferentes dificultades que tienen los docentes para acceder a la Neuroeducación como herramienta en el proceso de enseñanza e implementarla en el desarrollo cognitivo de los niños y jóvenes. La metodología utilizada fue la descriptiva para conocer los diferentes procesos en que el cerebro reacciona a un proceso cognitivo, además se abordó la observación y revisión bibliográfica. Para direccionarse en el estudio de neuroeducación y su implementación en la educación, hay que orientarse en la investigación cualitativa, con este rumbo se busca obtener información concreta y verdadera sobre cómo influye esta temática como herramienta en el desarrollo del aprendizaje de los estudiantes en las instituciones educativas, mediante el instrumento de la entrevista a los docentes se puede captar suficiente información, capaz de poder identificar el problema que tienen los maestros en el proceso cognitivo de los alumnos. Se obtuvo como resultado que los diferentes obstáculos de los docentes para acceder a la información sobre la Neuroeducación como herramienta son: el desinterés personal y la falta de capacitación que tienen los educadores.
Evaluation of soil nutrient status in three forest stands of Sao Hill Forest plantation in Iringa, Tanzania
Authors: Francis Faustine Laswai  , Boniface Hussein Massawe  , Salim Mohamed Maliondo  , Charles Joseph Kilawe  , Ezekiel Edward Mwakalukwa  , Eva Ephraim Mtengeti
Published: April 2024

We investigated soil physical and chemical properties between natural vegetation, first, and second-rotation Pinus patula stands. The study provides valuable information for plantation management and a database for soil nutrient status in Sao Hill forest plantation. Soil samples from 120 plots established on three forest stands analyzed for physical and chemical properties. Analysis of variance applied to ascertain nutrients variations between stand types and soil depth. Topsoils have sandy loam and subsoil clay loam textural classes. Soil bulk density on topsoil were 1.18, 1.34, 1.28 g cm-3 and subsoil 1.23, 1.28 and 1.25 g cm-3 for three forest stands respectively and differed significantly (p < 0.05). Soil pH was higher in natural vegetation stand (5.23) than in first (4.96) and second (4.61) rotations Pinus patula stands and differed significantly (p<0.05) between forest stands and depth. Organic carbon, Total Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium were higher in topsoil of three forest stands and decrease with depth. Calcium (1.2 Cmol(+)/kg), magnesium (0.98 Cmol(+)/kg ) and Sulphur (19.72 mg/kg) were higher in topsoil (0 - 40 cm) of natural vegetation stand and differed significant (p<0.05) with that of Pinus patula stands. Zinc, and Manganese differed significantly (p<0.0001) across forest stand and soil depth. Planting Pinus patula first and second rotations in the same area led to decrease in soil pH, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Sulphur, CN ratio, Zinc and Manganese but cause increase in soil organic carbon and exchangeable Al3+. Bioassay experiment is needed to get exactly levels of nutrients to apply as supplement.
Empowering marginalized communities through legal and financial literacy: The development and impact of the LEFL-Framework.
Authors: Kevin Namiiro Kuteesa  , Chidiogo Uzoamaka Akpuokwe  , Chioma Ann Udeh
Published: April 2024

This study evaluates the impact of the Legal and Financial Literacy Framework (LEFL-Framework) on empowering marginalized communities, focusing on integrating legal and financial literacy as a means of socio-economic empowerment. Employing a systematic literature review and content analysis, the research scrutinizes peer-reviewed journals, official reports, and policy documents published from 2005 onwards. The methodology hinges on a comprehensive search strategy, with inclusion and exclusion criteria meticulously designed to filter relevant literature, followed by a thematic categorization and content analysis to distill key insights. Key discoveries reveal that legal and financial literacy are pivotal in enhancing the socio-economic conditions of marginalized communities, offering them the necessary tools to navigate complex legal and financial environments. The study identifies challenges such as digital divides and cultural barriers but also highlights opportunities through digital learning platforms and cross-sector partnerships. Strategic directions suggest leveraging technology, fostering community-based education, and advocating for policy support to integrate legal and financial literacy into broader educational frameworks. Recommendations are provided for practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders to develop culturally sensitive materials, support policy reforms, and mobilize local resources for sustainable literacy initiatives. The study concludes with a call for ongoing research into innovative educational methodologies, the long-term impacts of literacy programs, and the role of digital technologies in enhancing accessibility and effectiveness. This research underscores the transformative potential of legal and financial literacy in empowering marginalized communities and contributing to their socio-economic advancement.
When do Airlines Price Match? A Review of Factors Affecting Parallel Pricing
Authors: Hasegawa Toru
Published: April 2024

Parallel pricing refers to the practice of firms making independent pricing decisions to match each other’ prices. This paper provides plausible economic intuitions about the market characteristics that affect the emergence and persistence of airline parallel pricing behavior by reviewing and synthesizing the relevant factors identified in the industrial organization literature as influencing cooperative outcomes or tacit collusion. One of the key findings of this paper is that the combination of high price transparency, quick price response, and repeated interactions among competing airlines can make parallel pricing as a self-evident outcome, even in the presence of information asymmetries, cost discrepancies, variations in capacity and service quality, as well as fierce market competition. Another finding is that as personalized pricing becomes more prevalent, the likelihood of success of parallel pricing may decrease. It remains unclear what other forms of cooperative outcomes will emerge as the industry continues to adapt to changing technological and market landscapes. With these findings, this paper contributes to the groundwork for developing a comprehensive model of parallel pricing in the airline industry.
Influence of Online Teaching on Transformation of University Teaching: An analysis of undergraduate Pakistani Students
Authors: Lakhan Rafique Ahmed , Bhatti Amina Bibi , Teevno Roshan Ali
Published: April 2024

Investigating strategies and strengths to change English as a second language teaching and learning practices in Pakistan is the main goal of this study. Additionally, this study examined how various students described their professional and intellectual analysis, their concentration, and how these factors indicated how well English language instruction would be delivered in bachelor's degree programs. In the Pakistani province of Sindh, 520 students from nine public and private universities completed a survey. The results showed a positive correlation between transformative teaching behaviors and teaching effectiveness. Effective teaching is positively impacted by the professional charisma as well. Additionally, this study notes that intellectual stimulation fosters the efficient ways of learning and teaching.