bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Three new species of bacterivorous Chrysopetalidae and Microphthalmidae (Annelida) inhabiting a whale fall off eastern Australia.
Authors: Watson Charlotte , Gunton Laetitia M. , Kupriyanova Elena K.
Published: November 2024

A natural whale fall was opportunistically trawled at ~1000 m depth during the 2017 research vessel ‘Investigator’ voyage whilst sampling bathyal and abyssal communities along the eastern Australian margin. Colonising the whale bones were a diverse assemblage of annelids including three new species of free-living Phyllodocida (Boudemos paulinae sp. nov, Pleijelius keni sp. nov. and Microphthalmus hvalr sp. nov.). Boudemos paulinae sp. nov. (Chrysopetalidae, Calamyzinae) is a smaller sized species (< 2 mm) compared to its congeners (35-40 mm) and exhibits stylet jaw and notochaetal morphology observed in juveniles of the sister species Boudemos flokati (Dahlgren, Glover, Baco & Smith, 2004) from whale falls in the NE Pacific. Notochaetal serration patterns distinguish Pleijelius keni sp. nov. from its only congener P. longae Salazar-Vallejo & Orensanz, 2006 described in the family Hesionidae from wood falls in NW Atlantic. DNA sequence analysis using the COI, 16S and 18S gene fragments revealed Pleijelius keni sp. nov. fell within the Microphthalmidae clade, this relationship was also supported by morphological observations. These results necessitated a formal transfer of the genus Pleijelius to the family Microphthalmidae. Microphthalmus hvalr sp. nov. is the first Microphthalmus species described from bathyal depths and is distinguished from its numerous congeners inhabiting shallow-water interstitial sediments by the absence of notochaetae.
A comparative morphology of trichobothrial bases in araneoid spiders and its significance for the phylogeny and system of the superfamily Araneoidea (Arachnida, Araneae)
Authors: Eskov Kirill Y. , Marusik Yuri M.
Published: November 2024

Bothrial morphology was studied by SEM in 137 araneoid genera representing all 22 currently recognized extant families and all 42 conventional subfamilies of the Araneoidea. The ancestral type in the superfamily Araneoidea is a ‘hooded’ bothrium with a single well-developed transverse ridge, dividing its proximal and distal plates (‘Erigone-type’); the advanced type is a solid dome-like bothrium without vestiges of the ridge (‘Theridion-type’); there are several intermediate types reflecting various pathways and stages of the ridge reduction (united here as ‘Argiope-type’). The parallel trends in bothrial evolution, recognized as continuous series from the ancestral type up to the advanced one through some intermediate stages, are distinguished in each of the seven main phylogenetic lineages of the superfamily: ‘tetragnathoids’, ‘araneoids’, ‘cyatholipoids’, and ‘theridioids’ possess a complete set of the three types, while ‘malkariods’, ‘symphytognathoids’. and ‘linyphioids’ lack the advanced, dome-like type (‘Theridion-type’). Only three taxa have been proposed earlier as the sister group of the superfamily Araneoidea: Nicodamoidea, Deinopoidea, and Leptonetoidea; morphology of bothria, as well as other cuticular microstructures, clearly supports the araneoid-nicodamoid relationship hypothesis, purely ‘molecular’ to date. Bothrial morphology provides the additional arguments for several taxonomic acts, e.g., for the reranking the Agnarsson’s (2004) ‘clade 35’ (Theonoe, Carniella, Robertus, and Pholcomma) up to the Theonoeinae Simon, 1894, stat. nov., and for the revalidation the micropholcommatid Plectochetos Butler, 1932, gen. revalid. and zygiellid Parazygiella Wunderlich, 2004, gen. revalid.
Chutes and Ladders: Using Knowles to Guide Nurse Residents up the Benner Ladder Through Facilitation of Nurse Resident Ownership
Authors: Zaffos Lauren E. , Webber Nicole
Published: November 2024

This article discusses the collaborative efforts of two nurse residency program coordinators to increase engagement and improve outcomes within their respective programs. Inspired by the theories of Patricia Benner and Malcolm Knowles, the authors promoted self-directed learning by introducing resident-led committees. Implementing these committees helped improve program evaluation scores, build camaraderie, and provide personalized experiences for each cohort.

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J Contin Educ Nurs.
2024;55(12):560–562.]
A Pilot Home-Telehealth Program to Enhance Functional Ability, Physical Performance, and Physical Activity in Older Adult Veterans Post-Hospital Discharge
Authors: Liebzeit Daniel , Phillips Kristin K. , Hogikyan Robert V. , Cigolle Christine T. , Alexander Neil B.
Published: November 2024

Purpose

To test a pilot home-telehealth program to enhance functional ability, physical performance, and objective physical activity in Veterans after hospital discharge.

Method

A physical activity trainer and multidisciplinary team supported the progression of rehabilitation goals via a 6-month home exercise program. Pilot program feasibility, including recruitment, retention, reasons for early withdrawal, differences between those who did and did not complete the program, and completion of outcome measures are reported. Outcomes include changes in functional ability, physical performance, and physical activity (using actigraphy) from baseline to endpoint.

Results

Twenty-one of 45 Veterans enrolled did not complete the 6-month program. No baseline differences were found comparing completers and non-completers. The majority of completers (
n
= 24) were White men with a mean age of 74 years (
SD
= 8 years, range = 64 to 93 years) and included those with no (
n
= 8), mild (
n
= 13), and moderate (
n
= 3) cognitive impairment. Although there were borderline improvements in functional ability and physical performance from baseline to endpoint, mean steps per day increased from 2,206 (
SD
= 1,780) to 3,888 (
SD
= 2,895) (
p
= 0.04).

Conclusion

The pilot home-telehealth program is feasible and may address declines in function and activity observed during hospital-to-home transitions, including among those with cognitive impairment. [
Research in Gerontological Nursing, 17
(6), 271–279.]
Retinal Vascular Changes in a Case of Straatsma Syndrome
Authors: Koser Efe , Arslan Rukiye Aydin , Ozbek Merve
Published: November 2024

A 34-year-old asymptomatic woman with a history of amblyopia in her right eye presented for a routine examination. Fundus examination revealed broad myelinated nerve fibers along with telangiectatic vessels. Wide-field fluorescein angiography revealed no evidence of ischemia or active retinal neovascularization. However, myelinated nerve fibers can infrequently exhibit cooccurring retinal vascular anomalies, harboring the potential for sight-threatening complications. Patients should be carefully monitored for the development of neovascularization and secondary complications.

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Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging Retina
2024;55:XX–XX.]
Serum cytokine concentrations correlate with the severity of imiquimod and IL-23-induced psoriatic inflammation in mice
Authors: Krzemień Izabela , Szatan Angelika , Skalska Paulina , Cieślik Martyna , Domagała Angelika , Gębicka Magdalena , Bryniarski Krzysztof , Nazimek Katarzyna
Published: November 2024

Plaque psoriasis is dominated by a T helper cell-mediated autoimmune response, while interleukin (IL)-36 and neutrophil-induced autoinflammation underlies generalized pustular psoriasis; these pathomechanisms are characterized by similar dysregulation of cytokine circuits. Thus, monitoring serum cytokine concentrations seems to have a great diagnostic value. However, the exact relationship between serum cytokine levels and disease severity in psoriatic patients is not established, and no data are available on this relationship in mouse models of psoriasis. Therefore, we aimed to analyze the correlation between serum cytokine concentrations and severity of psoriatic inflammation induced in female C57BL/6 mice with either imiquimod (IMQ) or IL-23. To better reflect the heterogeneity of the systemic course of psoriasis, we diversified the study mouse population by jointly analyzing both models at two different time points and by calculating the cumulative score that simultaneously described the modified psoriasis area severity index (mPASI), ear swelling response, and splenomegaly index for each mouse separately. Compared to intradermally injected IL-23, topically administered IMQ causes significantly more severe psoriatic inflammation characterized by higher serum cytokine levels, mPASI scores, and ear swelling response together with spleen enlargement. Accordingly, serum concentrations of tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNFα) and p40 subunit of IL-12 and IL-23 positively correlated with disease severity, while IL-6 showed a negative correlation. Moreover, the mPASI value was not the only predictor of serum levels of these cytokines, which highlights the importance of assessing other clinical and laboratory parameters in psoriasis monitoring. This approach would enable a comprehensive analysis of systemic autoinflammatory and autoimmune reactions in psoriasis, determine the risk of complications and comorbidities, and select targeted therapy.
Building Consistent Characters through Open-Source Generative AI
Authors: Martini Luca , La Tessa Lara , Zolezzi Daniele
Published: November 2024

This paper presents a pipeline for creating consistent characters using open-source generative AI tools, aimed at enhancing educational content. Through the use of XTTS, Fooocus, and FaceFusion, a talking avatar of the marine biologist Raffaele Issel was developed, accurately replicating his facial and vocal features. This study demonstrates how these tools can generate high-quality, engaging educational materials with minimal technical expertise and resources. The methodology facilitates the creation of interactive avatars for use in graphic novels and comic books, enriching museum and educational experiences.
From Doxastic Blame to Doxastic Shame
Authors: Hazlett Allan
Published: November 2024

There is a philosophical puzzle about blaming people for their attitudes that arises because we lack direct voluntary control over our attitudes. The fact that we lack direct voluntary control over our attitudes suggests that we are not responsible for them. Defenders of blaming people for their beliefs have appealed to various senses in which we are responsible for our beliefs, despite our lacking direct voluntary control over them. In this paper, I pursue a different strategy. I argue that it is something fitting to be ashamed of your beliefs, or, to put this another way, that it is sometimes fitting to feel shame for believing something. I articulate an account of shamefulness, on which the shameful is a species of legitimate expectation violation. By contrast with blameworthiness, shamefulness does not entail responsibility. For this reason, the fittingness of shame for beliefs (i.e. doxastic shame), unlike the fittingness of blame for beliefs (i.e. doxastic blame), is orthogonal to questions of responsibility. Independent of whether we are responsible for our beliefs, doxastic shame can be fitting.
Sur un extrait du film documentaire Les champignons hallucinogènes du Mexique (1964) : art sous influence et transformation de la personnalité
Authors: Verroust Vincent
Published: November 2024

Cet article analyse un extrait du documentaire Les champignons hallucinogènes du Mexique réalisé en 1964 par Pierre Thévenard sous la direction scientifique du professeur Roger Heim, mycologue alors directeur du Muséum national d’Histoire naturelle. Ce film, rarement diffusé, explore les dimensions archéologiques, historiques, ethnographiques, biologiques, psychologiques et philosophiques des champignons hallucinogènes alors récemment redécouverts par le monde savant occidental. L’extrait étudié met en avant les expériences d’un volontaire, M. Esnault, qui, sous l’influence de la psilocybine, développe des talents artistiques inattendus, suggérant un potentiel transformateur de ces substances. L’article discute également des implications philosophiques et spirituelles de ces expériences, en soulignant leur pertinence dans le contexte actuel de la « Renaissance psychédélique ».
Le corps médical genevois en politique de la Restauration à « l’affaire Coindet » (1814-1856)
Authors: Aebischer Gaspard
Published: November 2024

Alors que les praticiens diplômés en médecine ou en chirurgie occupaient peu de fonctions politiques notables à Genève avant la Révolution, après cette date, et dans la première moitié du xixe siècle en particulier, ils sont désormais nombreux à s’investir dans une carrière politique tout en exerçant leur métier. Pourquoi choisissent-ils de s’impliquer dans la vie politique ? Quelles incitations, ou quelles contraintes, prennent-ils en considération ? Et comment ce rôle politique influence-t-il les rapports internes à la corporation ? Concentrer l’attention sur les décennies qui précèdent l’émergence bien connue des « médecins-politiciens » permet ainsi de décrypter un phénomène important, qui jette une lumière nouvelle sur l’investissement public des médecins au xixe siècle.
Eugénisme et redressement de l’enfant délinquant en Colombie au début du xxe siècle : la maison de correction et école de travail Fontidueño
Authors: Olaya Pelaez Iván
Published: November 2024

Dans le cadre de la médicalisation de l’enfance au début du xxe siècle en Amérique latine, la délinquance infantile fut définie comme une pathologie sociale, résultat des maladies physiques, mentales et « sociales » qui pouvaient se transmettre par le biais de l’hérédité biologique. Des dispositifs à la fois cliniques et pédagogiques étaient estimés nécessaires pour répondre à ce problème perçu comme sociobiologique, en rééduquant l’enfant délinquant afin de l’insérer dans la société en tant que sujet « utile ». L’eugénisme, mouvement scientifique et sociopolitique, a contribué à ce processus de médicalisation. Cet article cherche à analyser la médicalisation de la délinquance infantile en Amérique latine et à observer le rôle de l’eugénisme dans cette évolution. Nous prenons le cas de la Maison de redressement Fontidueño, en Colombie, afin de démontrer l’ingérence du discours eugéniste dans les méthodes de rééducation de l’enfant criminel et l’articulation des pratiques locales aux discussions transnationales.
La construction du crack comme « problème public ». Socio-histoire des imaginaires sur des publics considérés comme « indésirables » (1986-2023)
Authors: Jauffret-Roustide Marie
Published: November 2024

Cet article vise à retracer la manière dont le crack a été construit comme un « problème public » en France, et ce plus particulièrement dans les quartiers populaires du nord-est de Paris, en nous inscrivant dans une perspective socio-historique, de 1986 à 2023. Cet article s’appuie principalement sur une analyse de la presse écrite afin d’étudier la façon dont le discours médiatique contribue à rendre visible la question du crack dans l’espace public et les publics qui y sont associés. Nous étudions les différents traitements médiatiques du crack sur une temporalité de quarante années, en incluant différents registres sémantiques, de la « menace » à la figure de « l’indésirable », et du phénomène marginal à sa diffusion. Cette figure de l’usager de crack comme indésirable se construit à l’intersection d’autres publics désignés comme « menaçants » dans l’espace public, dont les personnes en situation de précarité sociale, les migrants et les travailleuses du sexe. Ce discours médiatique contribue également à mettre en valeur la figure du riverain comme victime dans ce processus de co-production de l’indésirabilité. Il fait le plus souvent écho au discours politique dominant qui se situe principalement du côté de l’ordre et de la sécurité publique ou de l’écologie urbaine.
La réception en Espagne de La Femme au xviiie siècle d’Edmond et Jules de Goncourt
Authors: Ronsano Flavia Aragon
Published: November 2024

La traduction en 1912 de La Femme au xviiie siècle en Espagne par Luis de Terán permet de considérer cette publication comme une nouveauté littéraire qui vient compléter le catalogue des œuvres traduites d´Edmond et Jules de Goncourt. L´analyse des décisions traductologiques permet de montrer que les pratiques de l´époque correspondent à des choix personnels du traducteur, et le public avait donc une version bien différente à l´original en français. Toutefois à travers les journaux, les présentations, critiques, débats et polémiques, les lecteurs voulaient découvrir les Goncourt : leur écriture, leur style et des sujets... vendus « à la française ».
A Detailed Investigation on Online Financial Fraud Detection Using Machine Learning Algorithms
Authors: Thomas Siji A. , Thomas Sini Kurien
Published: November 2024

Financial fraud remains a persistent threat to various sectors including the public sector, government and finance industry, with fraudsters continuously adapting their strategies to exploit weaknesses in existing preventive measures, particularly with the increasing reliance on new technologies. This chapter delves into the potential of Machine Learning (ML) applications to support fraud detection capabilities within the financial sector. A comprehensive review of literature is conducted to investigate the effectiveness of various ML algorithms, including Support Vector Machine (SVM), Logistic Regression (LR), Random Forest (RF) and Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN), in identifying the fraudulent activities. The research categorizes existing literature based on several criteria, such as the type of fraud analyzed, ML algorithms utilized and efficiency of various detection strategies of financial fraud. Additionally, the authors in this chapter identifies the key challenges in current methodologies, alongside with potential future research directions.
Systematic review: risk sexual behavior, sexually transmitted infections,
and adolescent pregnancy prevention interventions
Authors: Gamelia Elviera , Anies Anies , Widjanarko Bagoes , Shaluhiyah Zahroh
Published: November 2024

In many countries, there is a high number of teenage pregnancies,
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), and unsafe sexual behavior, so there
is a need for adolescent health intervention programs to change behavior.
The effectiveness of comprehensive interventions in various contexts to
reduce teenage pregnancy, STIs, and related sexual risk behaviors is
reviewed in this system‑ atic. This study aimed to identify risk sexual
behavior, sexually transmitted infections, and adolescent pregnancy
prevention interventions. Literature search strategy from January 2008 to
December 2022 through electronic databases. Key words ‘teenage prenancy’ OR
‘teen preg‑ nancy’ OR ‘pregnancy adolescence’, AND ‘maternal education’, AND
‘randomised clinical trial’, AND ‘risk behavior’. Articles that were deemed
worthy of following the PRISMA guidelines were 28 articles. Most studies
looked at school‑based, individual, community, clinic, and family‑based
care. Most studies were followed up after intervention at intervals from one
month to seven years, and the majority of the population and sample were
adolescents with ages ranging from 13 to 18 years. Implementation of
research in urban, suburban, and rural areas. This program has proven
successful in preventing pregnancy, contracep‑ tive use, STI and HIV, sexual
behavior, dropping out of school, knowledge about pregnancy, sexuality,
attitudes towards sexuality, intention to change risky sexual behavior,
self‑efficacy, and increasing parent‑children. This article describes some
basic trends in adolescent pregnancy preven‑ tion interventions in several
countries that can be used as a reference for health programs. Unproven
effectiveness can be implemented in conjunction with other interventions
that have a high‑quality impact.
Diagnosis and epidemiologic overview of the spectrum of skin diseases in Central, Northeast Ethiopia and Southern Ethiopia
Authors: Rovaris Sara , Monari Paola , Getachew Kelbore Abraham , Tadesse Takele , Bogino Efa Ambaw , Wondewosen Lantesil , Getachew Fikirete , Techane Mehret , Bitew Shimelash , Calzavara-Pinton Piergiacomo , Morrone Aldo
Published: November 2024

This study analyzed data from hospitals located in three regions of Ethiopia: Addis Ababa, Northeastern Ethiopia, and Southern Ethiopia. The research aims to investigate the prevalence and contributing factors associated with skin diseases in these regions. Skin disorders represent a significant health concern in these areas, though their epidemiology differs markedly from that observed in Western countries. We collected data from 6,449 patients, considering factors like education, income, cultural habits, and access to healthcare. Patients in Southern Ethiopia generally had higher Body mass indexes and incomes and were closer to dermatology centers. The findings indicate that infectious diseases and pruritic dermatoses are the most prevalent skin conditions in all regions. The study highlights the significant impact of socio-economic status on skin health, with higher education correlating with a lower incidence of infectious diseases and sebaceous gland disorders. Overcrowding was associated with a higher occurrence of infectious diseases, emphasizing the importance of hygiene and sanitary conditions. Additionally, the distance from a patient’s residence to the hospital influenced the duration of the disease, stressing the need for better accessibility to healthcare services. In conclusion, this research offers important insights into the spectrum of skin diseases in Ethiopia, emphasizing the role of socio-economic factors and the critical need for improved healthcare access and education.
Comparing mental toughness: An investigation on elite Indian standing and
seated para-thrower athletes
Authors: Singh Vikas , Bhutia Tenzing Norzom , Singh Mahendra Kumar , Bisht Pawan , Singh Harish , Thomas Cicelia Mohan
Published: November 2024

Having psychological advantage that enables athletes to perform at their
best regardless of challenges and adversity is what is meant by having
mental toughness (MT). In order to better understand the mental toughness of
elite Indian standing and sitting para-thrower athletes, this study looked
at a variety of mental sub-scales. Elite para-throwers who competed at the
international level, consider making up the sample of the current study;
which includes a total of nine elite para-throwers [5 Standing Para-throwers
(StPT) and 4 Seated Para-throwers (SePT)]. The researcher used the
Psychological Performance Inventory (PPI), designed by Loehr, and the
Personal Demographic Information form to gather data in order to ascertain
the participants’ attitudes of mental toughness. An independent T-test with
0.05 significance level was performed for the research’s findings, there are
no statistical significant difference between the two groups’ levels of
motivation, self-confidence, ability to control negative energy, attention,
visualisation, ability to control positive energy, and attitude control
factors of MT. Elite Indian para-thrower athletes’ mental toughness is
similar in both groups, with no discernible differences.
(Trans)languaging-for-learning in the South: Innovating with teachers
Authors: McKinney Carolyn , Guzula Xolisa
Published: November 2024

No abstract available.
Prevalence and risk factors of osteoarthritis in patients at a public hospital in Limpopo province
Authors: Masangu Tsundzuka , Tlou Boikhutso , Dlungwane Thembelihle
Published: November 2024

Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a public health concern affecting millions globally. Osteoarthritis has been ranked as the 12th leading cause of disability among the ageing population globally. In addition, OA can lead to disability, which can affect the quality of life and physical and emotional well-being.Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted. An interviewer-administered questionnaire was utilised. Logistic regression was used to identify OA-related factors in the univariable and multivariable models. A p-value less than 0.05 was deemed statistically significant.Results: A total of 210 participants responded to the questionnaire. The overall prevalence of OA at the public hospital was 55.7% in adults over 18 years willing to participate. Among the study participants, females, individuals over the age of 50 years, and obese patients reported a high prevalence of OA. Family history and knee and hip pain were significantly associated with OA (p  0.05). Participants with a family history of OA were 6.9 times more likely to have OA, those with knee pain were 22.8 times more likely and those with hip pain were 5.5 times more likely after adjusting for the other variables.Conclusion: A high proportion of patients reported to have OA. Family history, knee pain and hip pain were strongly associated with OA. Understanding the prevalence and risk factors associated with OA is crucial for developing targeted interventions for prevention and management.Contribution: Targeted health promotion and education interventions are needed for prevention and early management.
Global Lipschitz geometry of conic singular sub-manifolds with applications to algebraic sets
Authors: Costa André , Grandjean Vincent , Michalska Maria
Published: November 2024

We prove that a connected globally conic singular sub-manifold of a Riemannian manifold, compact when the ambient manifold is non-Euclidean, is Lipschitz Normally Embedded: its outer and inner metric space structures are equivalent. Moreover, we show that generic

\mathbb{K}

-analytic germs as well as generic affine algebraic sets in

\mathbb{K}^{n}

, where

\mathbb{K}=\mathbb{C}

or

\mathbb{R}

, are globally conic singular sub-manifolds. Consequently, a generic

\mathbb{K}

-analytic germ or a generic algebraic subset of 

\mathbb{K}^{n}

is Lipschitz Normally Embedded.
Iwasawa theory for branched $\mathbb{Z}_{p}$-towers of finite graphs
Authors: Gambheera Rusiru , Vallières Daniel
Published: November 2024

We initiate the study of Iwasawa theory for branched

\mathbb{Z}_{p}

-towers of finite connected graphs. These towers are more general than what have been studied so far, since the morphisms of graphs involved are branched covers, a particular kind of harmonic morphisms of graphs. We prove an analogue of Iwasawa’s asymptotic class number formula for the

p

-part of the number of spanning trees in this setting. Moreover, we find an explicit generator for the characteristic ideal of the finitely generated torsion Iwasawa module governing the growth of the

p

-part of the number of spanning trees in such towers.
On quantum Cayley graphs
Authors: Wasilewski Mateusz
Published: November 2024

We clarify the correspondence between two approaches to quantum graphs: via quantum adjacency matrices and via quantum relations. We show how the choice of a (possibly non-tracial) weight manifests itself on the quantum relation side and suggest an extension of the theory of quantum graphs to the infinite dimensional case. Then we use this framework to introduce quantum graphs associated to discrete quantum groups, leading to a new definition of a quantum Cayley graph.
Successful treatment of small bowel phytobezoar using double balloon enterolithotripsy combined with sequential catharsis: A case report
Authors: Lu Bing-Yun , Zeng Zhi-Yu , Zhang Dong-Jing
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND

Small bowel bezoar obstruction (SBBO) is a rare clinical condition characterized by hard fecal masses in the small intestine, causing intestinal obstruction. It occurs more frequently in the elderly and bedridden patients, but can also affect those with specific gastrointestinal dysfunctions. Diagnosing SBBO is challenging due to its clinical presentation, which mimics other intestinal obstructions. While surgical intervention is the typical treatment for SBBO, advancements in endoscopic techniques have led to increased use of non-surgical methods, such as endoscopic lithotripsy.

CASE SUMMARY

We report a case of small bowel obstruction induced by a phytobezoar. A 49-year-old male with a history of type 2 diabetes and long-term persimmon consumption presented to the hospital with symptoms of vomiting, abdominal distension, and constipation. Computed tomography revealed a small bowel obstruction with foreign bodies. Double balloon enteroscopy identified a phytobezoar blocking the intestinal lumen. The bezoar was successfully fragmented using a snare, and the fragments were treated with 100 mL of paraffin oil to facilitate their passage. This case report aims to enhance the understanding of this rare condition by detailing the clinical presentation, diagnostic process, and treatment outcomes of a patient with SBBO. Special attention is given to the application and effectiveness of non-surgical treatment methods, along with strategies to optimize patient management.

CONCLUSION

Double balloon enteroscopy combined with sequential laxative therapy is an effective approach for the treatment of a breakable phytobezoar.
Acute respiratory distress syndrome caused by demulsifier poisoning: A case report
Authors: Yang Kai-Ying , Cui Zhi-Xin
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND

This case report emphasizes the potential pulmonary toxicity of demulsifier gas, which is a widely used chemical. To our knowledge, this is the first documented instance of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) induced by inhalation of demulsifier gas. This report underscores the need for increased workplace safety and awareness regarding health risks associated with demulsifiers, particularly in industrial settings. Timely diagnosis and management of ARDS are crucial for improving patient outcomes, thus making this report significant for clinical practice and occupational health literature.

CASE SUMMARY

We present a rare case of acute demulsifier poisoning leading to ARDS in a previously healthy 69-year-old man. He presented with chest discomfort, shortness of breath, and dyspnea following a 30-minute exposure to demulsifier fumes in a poorly ventilated area. Chest computed tomography revealed bilateral diffuse infiltrative shadows. Based on his exposure history and clinical findings, a diagnosis of ARDS due to demulsifier poisoning was confirmed. The patient required high-flow oxygen and intravenous norepinephrine upon admission and was subsequently intubated for mechanical ventilation. Following timely and effective multidisciplinary treatment interventions including emergency care, intensive care, and respiratory medicine, he achieved positive outcomes and was ultimately discharged.

CONCLUSION

This case underscores the critical importance of recognizing chemical exposure risks and their potential to cause severe respiratory complications.
Vận dụng LPA phân nhóm học sinh dựa trên kết quả học tập và tự đánh giá năng lực STEM
Authors: Trung Tạ Thanh , Đạt Lê Châu
Published: November 2024

Trong bối cảnh các ngành nghề STEM ngày càng giữ vị trí quan trọng, việc định hướng nghề nghiệp học sinh, phân luồng đào tạo nguồn nhân lực cho những lĩnh vực này ngày càng nhận được quan tâm và triển khai sớm tại các trường phổ thông. Mục đích chính của bài báo này là cung cấp hướng dẫn về phân tích nhóm ẩn (LPA - Latent Profile Analysis), một phương pháp định lượng để xác định số lượng nhóm học sinh tiềm ẩn được phân chia dựa trên kết quả học tập STEM và mức độ tự tin về năng lực STEM trên đối tượng học sinh Trung Học Phổ Thông (THPT) trên địa bàn Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh. Kết quả phân tích trên mẫu nghiên cứu 1,074 học sinh trung học phổ thông cho thấy có thể phân thành ba nhóm đối tượng học sinh tiềm ẩn khi học tập STEM (hai nhóm đa số và một nhóm thiểu số) có sự phân hóa rõ rệt về kết quả học tập STEM và mức độ tự tin về năng lực STEM. Bên cạnh đó, kết hợp với các phép phân tích hồi quy logistic, kiểm định T-test cho hai mẫu độc lập, đánh giá chỉ số Cohen’s d, nghiên cứu cũng chỉ ra sự ảnh hưởng của giới tính, tần suất tham gia trải nghiệm STEM lên sự chia nhóm, cũng như mức độ ảnh hưởng của nhóm đến định hướng nghề nghiệp của học sinh trung học phổ thông.
Xây dựng và kiểm định thang đo sự hài lòng của sinh viên y khoa về việc học trực tuyến tại trường Đại học Y khoa Phạm Ngọc Thạch
Authors: Phương Nguyễn Ngọc Vân , My Lê Huỳnh Thảo , Vy Vũ Ngọc Thảo , Vy Nguyễn Đức Quỳnh
Published: November 2024

Dạy học trực tuyến không phải là một hình thức giảng dạy mới nhưng đến năm 2021, khi đại dịch Covid-19 diễn tiến phức tạp, các trường đại học ở Việt Nam mới đồng loạt áp dụng phương pháp này. Để nâng cao chất lượng giảng dạy trực tuyến, việc đánh giá sự hài lòng của sinh viên về những trải nghiệm sau 03 năm học trực tuyến là cần thiết. Mục tiêu nghiên cứu: xây dựng và kiểm định thang đo sự hài lòng của sinh viên Y khoa về học trực tuyến. Một nghiên cứu kết hợp dạng thiết kế khai thác đã tiến hành qua 04 giai đoạn: xây dựng thang đo nháp, kiểm định tính giá trị hình thức, kiểm định về mặt ngữ nghĩa và kiểm định về mặt thống kê. Các kỹ thuật định tính (thảo luận nhóm, phỏng vấn) và định lượng (phân tích nhân tố và mô hình cấu trúc tuyến tính) được sử dụng. Kết quả, 01 thang đo gồm 03 thành phần (công nghệ và quản trị lớp học, giảng viên, tài liệu học tập) với 14 biến số đã được phát triển. Sau kiểm định, thang đo cho thấy tính giá trị và độ tin cậy tốt. Vì vậy, có thể sử dụng để đánh giá sự hài lòng của sinh viên về dạy học trực tuyến.
Các yếu tố ảnh hưởng đến hành vi tiêu dùng mỹ phẩm thiên nhiên của nam giới
Authors: Thảo Hoàng Thị Phương , Thư Nguyễn Anh , Thu Bùi Thị Hà
Published: November 2024

Nghiên cứu này nhằm xác định lại và giải thích các yếu tố ảnh hưởng đến Hành vi tiêu dùng mỹ phẩm thiên nhiên của nam giới. Sử dụng mô hình Lý thuyết hành vi hoạch định TPB (Theory of Planned Behaviour) của Ajzen (1991), nhóm tác giả bổ sung thêm ba yếu tố để phát triển thành một mô hình toàn diện hơn. Một mẫu khảo sát trực tuyến gồm 332 nam giới được sử dụng để phân tích định lượng trong nghiên cứu này. Kết quả phân tích bằng mô hình SEM cho thấy yếu tố Ý thức ngoại hình tác động mạnh nhất đến Thái độ đối với sản phẩm, trong khi Ý thức sức khỏe có tác động yếu nhất. Chuẩn chủ quan tác động mạnh nhất đến Ý định tiêu dùng mỹ phẩm thiên nhiên. Khả năng chi trả điều tiết mối quan hệ giữa Ý định và Hành vi tiêu dùng mỹ phẩm thiên nhiên. Cuối cùng, nghiên cứu đề xuất một số kiến nghị nhằm đóng góp thêm ý tưởng quản trị cho lĩnh vực tiêu dùng mỹ phẩm thiên nhiên của nam giới.
O ENSINO-APRENDIZAGEM DO PENSAMENTO ARITMÉTICO NO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL BRASILEIRO
Authors: Ribeiro Gilson Alves
Published: November 2024

O pensamento aritmético é base para a aprendizagem da matemática, tendo um papel essencial em nosso cotidiano. Todavia, muitas vezes a aritmética que é ensinada na escola se distancia daquela que os alunos de fato precisam usar em seu dia a dia. Diante dessa problemática e considerando-se o ensino fundamental como um momento crucial para o desenvolvimento do pensamento aritmético, este artigo teve como objetivo mapear, na literatura nacional, estudos sobre ensino-aprendizagem do pensamento aritmético nessa etapa de ensino. Para isso, realizou-se uma revisão integrativa por meio de buscas nas bases eletrônicas SciELO, DOAJ, Google Acadêmico e Biblioteca Digital Brasileira de Teses e Dissertações. Foram incluídos artigos publicados entre 2012 e 2022 bem como teses e dissertações defendidas nesse período desenvolvidos no Brasil. A amostra final foi constituída por oito artigos e uma dissertação. Foi possível compreender que a partir da análise apresentada e dos aspectos investigados que para aprimorar o ensino-aprendizagem do pensamento aritmético existe a necessidade do emprego de metodologias ativas, recursos tecnológicos, sequências didáticas diferenciadas e avaliações continuadas. Além disso, foi possível repensar conceitos sobre o ensino e as metodologias da matemática, além de ser professor em sala de aula, o que requer reflexão sobre ações e práticas, e a percepção das dificuldades dos alunos.
A PRIVATIZAÇÃO DE PENITENCIÁRIAS NO BRASIL
Authors: Costa David Bruno Sousa , Andrade Thiago Borges
Published: November 2024

Este estudo tem como objetivo geral analisar os impactos da privatização de unidades prisionais no Brasil, com foco na dimensão dos direitos humanos, no sentido de avaliar em que medida a privatização viola os direitos humanos dos detentos, comprometendo a dignidade do ser humano e a efetividade da política de ressocialização. Da dimensão da corrupção para investigar os mecanismos de corrupção estão presentes nos processos licitatórios e na gestão dos contratos de unidades prisionais privatizadas, e seus impactos na qualidade dos serviços prestados e na segurança das unidades. E ainda da dimensão da eficiência do sistema penal para analisar se a privatização contribui para a eficiência do sistema penal brasileiro, em termos de redução da reincidência criminal, melhoria das condições de vida dos detentos e redução dos custos para o Estado.
Visión Holística de la educación universitaria. Desafío en formación integral por competencia
Authors: Barrientos Gutiérrez Pedro , Flores-Ledesma Katia Ninozca , Guanilo Gómez Santos Lucio , Hinojosa Escobar Madeliny , Barrientos Vela Annelie , Ortega Mallqui Arnulfo , Blancas Torres Evelin Ketty
Published: November 2024

La investigación abarca diversas contextos y experiencias dentro del proceso educativo universitario, destacando la educación como motor de transformación social. Para promover un desarrollo completo en los estudiantes, propone dejar atrás un paradigma clásico que ofrece una perspectiva reduccionista, abogando por un enfoque transdisciplinario en el currículo. El objetivo es innovar en la educación, reflejando el esfuerzo de investigaciones y prácticas educativas que respondan a las necesidades sociales. Se utilizó una metodología cualitativa-interpretativa, analizando exhaustivamente 95 fuentes relevantes. El resultado es el libro "Visión Holística de la educación universitaria", organizado en cinco capítulos que facilitan la comprensión y aplicación práctica para los educadores, utilizando un lenguaje accesible y didáctico.
Telecommuting Intensity and Work-Life Balance In the Context of Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Soni Sandeep , Saini Rajvir
Published: November 2024

Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic led to a longer and more intense telecommuting arrangement, which sparked several previously unheard-of worries about how it would affect workers' quality of life.
 
Methods: The main goal of this study was to ascertain how employees' JP and WLB related to the extent of telecommuting. [10] Additionally, it aimed to determine whether employees' productivity at work and at home differed significantly. [20] Finally, it evaluated the applicability of earlier frameworks on JP and WLB during the COVID-19 crisis. [14]
 
Results: Having competitors enter the market and offer a comparable product—possibly at a lower cost, with more features, or just with a more effective marketing gimmick—is one of the biggest risks to your company.
 
Conclusion: Your workforce can divide complex tasks into simpler ones and collaborate to finish them more quickly when they work as a team. Develop specialized skills to enable the most qualified individual to complete each task more quickly and effectively.
Design and Implementation of a Database Management System for Supply Chain Management
Authors: Ahmed Mariyam , Pandey Shinki Katyayani
Published: November 2024

Objectives: The board is a gathering of exercises connecting with the elements of arranging, coordinating, coordinating and controlling, and these exercises assist with interfacing physical, monetary, human and data assets proficiently and successfully to accomplish hierarchical objectives. The board is the activity of assembling individuals to accomplish proposed objectives and targets with assistance of accessible assets actually and productively. Associations can be seen as a framework. The executives can likewise be characterized as human activities. That incorporates plan, to accomplish the creation has a necessary results from a framework.
 
Methods: This research study investigated the about the impact of SCM and it is practices about organizational performance in IT service delivery Industry. A model was developed to depict the inter-relationships between SCM practices, tools and the benefits of SCM. The data has been collected, Validated, and analyzed with the help Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) tool.
 
Results: Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) analysis revealed a moderate influence of SCM enablers on SCM practices that in turn had a moderate influence towards organizational performance. The study suggests investment in SCM practices as a strategic tool for IT service delivery Organizations to attain competitive advantage and grow their business.
 
Conclusion: Organizations learn from past mistakes and successes from the DM. Achievements of decision assets by positioning them in areas where the organizations stand to gain, for example, knowledge transfer from one department to either improve or create a product in another department and modifying knowledge based on the earlier process that helped to create the new solutions. [17]
Analysis and Developing a Computer-Based Scheduling System for Hospital Management
Authors: Maurya Shyam , Rai Nitin Ranjan
Published: November 2024

Objectives: A major turning point in the field of patient safety was reached when the Institute of Medicine (IOM) published "Err is Human," a key work that made the healthcare industry realise how important it is to have safety measures in place for clinical practice.
 
Methods: This ground-breaking research revealed an astonishing fact: the number of deaths attributable to medical errors exceeded the number of deaths from previously identified causes like cancer, AIDS, and accidents. It was not until the 1990s that the significant impact of unfavourable patient outcomes was acknowledged and discussed by using statistical analysis such as ANOVA.
 
Findings: Many research were then started, focussing on patient safety as a worldwide concern that affects all countries. However, the bulk of the data that is now accessible comes from industrialised nations, which is why the World Health Organisation (WHO) has recognised patient safety as a widespread issue that affects one in ten patients globally. The analysis of the patient's safety and mechanism is designed in this work.
 
Conclusions: The components of patient safety shall be specifically included in the terms of reference and duties of the quality assurance committees and officials. In a similar vein, district quality assurance committees will use their already-existing procedures to carry out the patient safety framework at the district level.
The Relationship Between Representative Commitment and Job Burnout Among It Workers in Tamil Nadu
Authors: Nihlani Ankita , Chhabda Parvindar Kaur
Published: November 2024

Objectives: Engagement of employee is a key component to get a maximum determined result in an organisation. Every organisation in this era puts efforts to keep their employees active. Engagement models explain about the theoretical framework and implementation strategy of employee engagement in an organisation.
 
Methods: The study analysed the significant difference in the determinants of employee engagement, Job engagement, Organisational engagement, Job burnout and Psychological well-being based on demographic variables using ANOVA and independent sample t test.
 
Findings: the researcher points out the general outline of the real findings acquired during the study. The findings exhibited and discussed clearly based on analysis of the determinants of Employee engagement and its consequences over Job burnout and Psychological well-being among IT employees in Tamil Nadu. All findings towards the study, derived from the analysis of information and from the elucidation drawn out from the Data analysis. So the section exclusively explains the summary of findings.
 
Conclusions: The study also concluded that information technology employees strongly accept their cognitive engagement about the organisation. Since they are cognitive in organizational engagement, they can be used to actively participate in creative teams to make new ideas, perceptions, decision making etc. Personal efficacy concludes that the employees are highly confident with their own performance attainments and low level of emotional exhaustion and cynicism concludes that employees are with less intention on Job burnout..
Analysis of Cultural Diversity and Employee Effectiveness in India
Authors: John Byju , Ghate Atul Dattatraya
Published: November 2024

Objectives: The expansive target of the review is to distinguish the different perspectives and issues of overseeing social variety in projects. The present study is an exploratory investigation to examine the impact of Age, Gender and Income as a determinant of Cultural Diversity as independent variables on Employee Effectiveness as dependent variables in a Cross-Cultural Environment.
 
Methods: Suitable factual devices like Microsoft Succeed and SPSS are utilized to determine the unwavering quality and legitimacy of the poll and to approve the Appraisals for degree of social variety and undertaking execution, Social variety and venture execution and Connection between factors impacting social variety and task execution. The techniques like Descriptive Statistics Chi-square, t-test, and ANOVA (one way/two way) have been used for the data analysis.
 
Results: To figure out the critical drivers of social variety the executives and explore the significance of different issues associated with labor force social variety arrangements and activities.
 
Conclusions: Many people encounter ‘Culture’ in numerous ways. Some defined it as tool for survival; some identified it as a full range of learned human behavior. Researchers defined it as “patterned way of thinking, feeling and reacting.
Analysis of Leader Cultural Intelligence and Workforce Diversity on Team Performance
Authors: Sachdeva Lalit , Upadhyay Naveen
Published: November 2024

Objectives: A new model from the existing constructs could give a new and different results such as Leader Cultural Intelligence (CQ) could be explored as a mediator and Workforce Diversity as an independent variable.
 
Methods: The first part, deals with the Descriptive Analysis, Reliability, Pearson Correlation and Hypotheses testing through Regression analysis conducted by SPSS version 22 software and AMOS software version 22. The second part, deals with the Validity, Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) for model fit carried by AMOS version 22 software.
 
Results: Analyses of data collected in this study is significant in order to test the hypothesis and answer the research questions for making accurate prediction about the results. The quantitative analysis and interpretation of data was carried out in two phases based on the results of the questionnaire.
 
Conclusions: Many people encounter ‘Culture’ in numerous ways. Some defined it as tool for survival; some identified it as a full range of learned human behavior. Researchers defined it as “patterned way of thinking, feeling and reacting.