bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Early resumption of postpartum sexual intercourse and its associated risk factors among married postpartum women who visited public hospitals of Jimma zone, Southwest Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Gadisa Tariku Bekela , G/Michael Mengistu Welday , Reda Mihretab Mehari , Aboma Beyene Dorsisa
Published: March 2021

Introduction

Postpartum sexual resumption without the use of contraception is a risk for unintended and closely spaced pregnancies. Although counseling related to the resumption of postpartum sexual intercourse is a key component of postpartum sexual health, it is not widely addressed during the postnatal period. Thus, this study aimed to assess the early resumption of postpartum sexual intercourse and its associated risk factors among married postpartum women who visited public hospitals of Jimma zone, Southwest Ethiopia, for child immunization services.

Methods

The facility-based cross-sectional study design was undertaken, and a systematic random sampling technique was carried out to select 330 participants. Data were collected using a pretested interviewer-administered questionnaire from August to September 2019. Obtained data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. A bivariate analysis was used to determine the significance of the association. Variables that showed association in the bivariate analysis at p-value <0.2 were fitted into a multivariable logistic regression model to control for confounders, and the significance of association was determined at p-value <0.05 with a 95% confidence interval (CI).

Results

Approximately 53.9% of the respondents practiced early resumption of postpartum sexual intercourse. Factors such as low income (AOR = 0.19 (95% CI = 0.10-.37)), monogamous marriage 3.78(1.32–10.79), practicing sexual intercourse during pregnancy (AOR = 4.55 (95% CI = 1.29–15.97)), a cesarean delivery (AOR = 0.06 95%CI = (0.03–0.15)) and use of contraceptives (AOR = 3.7(95%CI = 1.92–7.14)) were significantly associated with early resumption of postpartum sexual intercourse.

Conclusion and recommendation

The findings of this study suggested that, most postpartum mothers resumed sexual intercourse during the early postpartum period and its associated risk factors include low income, monogamous marriage, practicing sexual intercourse during pregnancy, cesarean delivery, and use of contraceptives. Discussion with couples about postpartum sexual health during the antenatal and postnatal period is crucial to prevent unwanted pregnancies and adverse health outcomes.
Role of job and personal resources in the appraisal of job demands as challenges and hindrances
Authors: Mockałło Zofia , Widerszal-Bazyl Maria
Published: March 2021

Previous research has shown that challenge and hindrance job demands show different effects on employees’ wellbeing and performance. Moreover, it has been demonstrated that employees’ subjective appraisal of job demands as challenges and hindrances may vary: they can be appraised as challenges or hindrances or both. Subjective appraisal of job demands was found to be also related to employees’ wellbeing and productivity. However, little is known about predictors of the appraisals of job demands made by employees. The aim of the study was to identify predictors of such appraisals among job and individual resources. Cross-sectional research was carried out among 426 IT, healthcare and public transport employees. COPSOQ II scales were used to measure job demands (emotional, quantitative, cognitive demands, work pace and role conflicts) and job resources (influence at work, possibilities for development, vertical and horizontal trust), single questions were used to measure employees’ subjective appraisals of job demands as hindrances and challenges, and PCQ was used to measure psychological capital. Multiple hierarchical regression analyses showed that only horizontal trust predicted the appraisal of job demands as challenges, and vertical trust predicted the appraisal of job demands as hindrances among four analysed job resources. Individual resource–psychological capital–predicted only the appraisal of job demands as challenges. Control variables–occupation, age and job demands also played a significant role in predicting the appraisal of job demands. Implications and future directions are discussed.
Aerosol 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 supplementation: A strategy to boost anti-tumor innate immune activity
Authors: Bianchi Francesca , Sommariva Michele , Le Noci Valentino , Camelliti Simone , Gagliano Nicoletta , Giussani Marta , Balsari Andrea , Tagliabue Elda , Sfondrini Lucia
Published: March 2021

Background

1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 [1,25(OH)2D3] plays a role in calcium homeostasis but can also exert immunomodulatory effects. In lungs, characterized by a particular immunosuppressive environment primarily due to the presence of alveolar macrophages (AM), 1,25(OH)2D3 has been shown to favor the immune response against pathogens. Here, we explored the ability of aerosolized 1,25(OH)2D3 to locally promote an anti-tumor phenotype in alveolar macrophages (AM) in the treatment of lung metastases.

Methods

Cytotoxicity assay has been used to assess the capability of AM,in vitrotreated of not with 1,25(OH)2D3, to stimulate NK cells. Sulforhodamine B (SRB) assay has been used to assess the effect of 1,25(OH)2D3 on MC-38 and B16 tumor cellsin vitrogrowth. 1,25(OH)2D3 was aerosolized in immunocompetent mouse models to evaluate the effect of local administration of 1,25(OH)2D3 onin vivogrowth of MC-38 and B16 tumor cells within lungs and on infiltrating immune cells.

Results

In vitroincubation of naïve AM with 1,25(OH)2D3 improved their ability to stimulate NK cell cytotoxicity.In vivoaerosolized 1,25(OH)2D3 significantly reduced the metastatic growth of MC-38 colon carcinoma, a tumor histotype that frequently metastasizes to lung in human. Immune infiltrate obtained from digested lungs of 1,25(OH)2D3-treated mice bearing MC-38 metastases revealed an increased expression of MHCII and CD80 on AM and an up-modulation of CD69 expression on effector cells that paralleled a strong increased ability of these cells to kill MC-38 tumorin vitro.

Conclusions

Together, these data show that aerosol delivery can represent a feasible and novel approach to supplement 1,25(OH)2D3 directly to the lungs promoting the activation of local immunity against cancer.
Diagnostic performance of lung ultrasound for transient tachypnea of the newborn: A meta-analysis
Authors: He Lili , Sun Yinghua , Sheng Wei , Yao Qiong
Published: March 2021

Several recent studies demonstrated that lung ultrasound could achieve desired diagnostic accuracy for transient tachypnea of the neonate (TTN). However, the diagnostic performance of lung ultrasound for TTN has not been systematically studied to date. This meta-analysis aimed to investigate the performance of lung ultrasound in diagnosing TTN. The relevant literature was searched in PubMed, Medline, the Cochrane Library, and Embase databases without any restriction in terms of language and time until January 31, 2021. Studies that assessed the diagnostic performance of lung ultrasound for TTN were included. Seven studies with 1514 participants were summarized. The lung ultrasound provided more accurate performance for diagnosing TTN with pooled sensitivity and specificity of 0.67 [95% confidence interval (CI) = 0.63–0.71] and 0.97 (95% CI = 0.95–0.98), respectively. A higher summarized area under the summary receiver operating characteristic curve was observed as 0.9906. Lower sensitivity and area under the curve (AUC) of B-lines for TTN were observed as 0.330 (95% CI = 0.27–0.38) and 0.5000, respectively. Lung ultrasound provided highly accurate AUC, sensitivity, and specificity in detecting TTN. Large-scale studies are warranted in the future to confirm these results.
Talking trash: Perspectives on community environmental health in the Dominican Republic
Authors: Turner Chloe , Powell Maura A. , Finalle Rodney R. , Westmoreland Kate , Osterhoudt Kevin , Cordero Paulino Ramona , Lowenthal Elizabeth D.
Published: March 2021

A safe and healthy natural and built environment is fundamental to children’s health and represents a significant determinant of community well-being. We aimed to identify and prioritize environmental health concerns within resource-poor neighborhoods in the Dominican Republic using free-listing and semi-structured focus groups composed of parents and caregivers in the perirural community of Consuelo, Dominican Republic. Transcripts were coded and relevant themes identified using qualitative content analysis. Demographic data and information regarding trash disposal practices were also collected. Participants described common health concerns, including respiratory infections, asthma, vector-borne illnesses, and diarrheal diseases and linked them to environmental hazards in their communities, such as air quality and sanitation. Interventional priorities that emerged included reduction of trash accumulation and trash burning as well as improvement of sanitation facilities.
Long-term exposure to outdoor air pollution and risk factors for cardiovascular disease within a cohort of older men in Perth
Authors: Vander Hoorn Stephen , Murray Kevin , Nedkoff Lee , Hankey Graeme J. , Flicker Leon , Yeap Bu B. , Almeida Osvaldo P. , Norman Paul , Brunekreef Bert , Nieuwenhuijsen Mark , Heyworth Jane
Published: March 2021

While there is clear evidence that high levels of pollution are associated with increased all-cause mortality and cardiovascular mortality and morbidity, the biological mechanisms that would explain this association are less understood. We examined the association between long-term exposure to air pollutants and risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease. Air pollutant concentrations were estimated at place of residence for cohort members in the Western Australian Centre for Health and Ageing Health in Men Study. Blood samples and blood pressure measures were taken for a cohort of 4249 men aged 70 years and above between 2001 and 2004. We examined the association between 1-year average pollutant concentrations with blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, C-reactive protein, and total homocysteine. Linear regression analyses were carried out, with adjustment for confounding, as well as an assessment of potential effect modification. The four pollutants examined were fine particulate matter, black carbon (BC), nitrogen dioxide, and nitrogen oxides. We found that a 2.25 μg/m3 higher exposure to fine particulate matter was associated with a 1.1 percent lower high-density cholesterol (95% confidence interval: -2.4 to 0.1) and 4.0 percent higher serum triglycerides (95% confidence interval: 1.5 to 6.6). Effect modification of these associations by diabetes history was apparent. We found no evidence of an association between any of the remaining risk factors or biomarkers with measures of outdoor air pollution. These findings indicate that long-term PM2.5 exposure is associated with elevated serum triglycerides and decreased HDL cholesterol. This requires further investigation to determine the reasons for this association.
Sclera color in humans facilitates gaze perception during daytime and nighttime
Authors: Yorzinski Jessica L. , Harbourne Amy , Thompson William
Published: March 2021

Species vary widely in the conspicuousness of their eye morphology and this could influence gaze perception. Eyes with conspicuous morphology can enhance gaze perception while eyes with camouflaged morphology may hinder gaze perception. While evidence suggests that conspicuous eye morphology enhances gaze perception, little is known about how environmental conditions affect this interaction. Thus, we investigated whether environmental light conditions affect gaze perception. Human subjects (Homo sapiens) were instructed to find direct-gaze faces within arrays of averted-gaze faces or to find averted-gaze faces within arrays of directed-gaze faces. The faces were displayed under conditions simulating nighttime or daytime conditions. Furthermore, the faces had naturally-colored sclera (white) or modified sclera (same color as the iris). Participants were fastest and most accurate in detecting faces during the daytime and nighttime conditions when the sclera were naturally-colored. Participants were worst at detecting faces with modified sclera during the nighttime conditions. These results suggest that eyes with conspicuous morphology enhance gaze perception during both daytime and nighttime conditions.
Reproductive performance of beef cattle with ovarian hypofunction and repeat breeding in Jepara Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
Authors: Salman Aldi , Prihatno Surya Agus , Sumiarto Bambang
Published: March 2021

Background and Aim: Reproductive disorders keep the beef cattle population in Jepara Regency, Central Java, Indonesia, from increasing. Ovarian hypofunction and repeat breeding are the most common reproductive disorders, leading to large economic losses for traditional breeders. However, the impact of poor reproductive performance among traditional breeders is not well-known. This study aimed to investigate the reproductive performance of beef cattle with ovarian hypofunction and repeat breeding in Jepara Regency.

Materials and Methods: We determined cattle's reproductive status by rectal examination and anamnesis, assessing reproductive performance in 28 cows with repeat breeding and 27 cows with ovarian hypofunction. The following parameters were measured: Postpartum estrous (PPE), days open (DO), service per conception (S/C), and calving interval (CI). The data came from livestock records from animal recording cards, iSIKHNAS, and estimated births from the insemination date that produced a pregnancy.

Results: In beef cattle diagnosed with ovarian hypofunction, S/C, PPE, DO, and CI were 1.28, 257 days, 265 days, and 18 months, respectively. The length of CI caused by long PPE may be due to improper nutrition and calf weaning delays. In beef cattle with repeat breeding, S/C, PPE, DO, and CI were 4.15, 106 days, 210 days, and 16 months, respectively. The length of CI was caused by long DO due to pregnancy failure at the first estrus.

Conclusion: Hypofunction and repeat breeding reduce the reproductive performance of beef cattle in the Jepara Regency. The cows' health conditions pre- and postpartum can be optimized by providing high-quality feed to enhance reproductive performance.
Aflatoxicosis in Pekin duckling and the effects of treatments with lycopene and silymarin
Authors: El-Sheshtawy Sahar M. , El-Zoghby Amal F. , Shawky Nesreen A. , Samak Dalia H.
Published: March 2021

Background and Aim: Aflatoxins (AFs) are potent toxic metabolites produced from Aspergillus species. Whose existence in poultry ration leads to drastic economic losses, notably in duck, as the most susceptible poultry species. This study aimed to determine tissue residues of AFs, alterations in selected clinical chemistry variables in serum, mainly during the exposure period, and lycopene and silymarin's possible roles as herbal treatments against aflatoxicosis in Pekin duckling.

Materials and Methods: The study used one hundred and twenty one-day-old Pekin ducklings and classified them into four groups comprising 30 ducklings in each group. The control group (G1) ducklings were fed a mycotoxin-free ration, and G2 received a naturally contaminated ration with 30 ppb of AFs. G3 and G4 consumed contaminated rations with AFs with 30 ppb for 2 weeks and were treated with lycopene 100 mg/kg or silymarin 600 mg/kg/food, respectively, for 10 days. Serum activities of alanine transaminase and alkaline phosphatase (ALP), glutamyl transferase, ALP, total protein and albumin creatinine and uric acid concentrations, oxidant/antioxidant parameters (malondialdehyde [MDA], total antioxidant capacity (TAC), glutathione S-transferase (GST), and catalase [CAT]), and hepatic AFs residue were determined. Lycopene and silymarin were used for the treatment of aflatoxicosis for another 10 days.

Results: Hepatic and kidney parameters were elevated in the AFs intoxicated group and reduced in the lycopene- and silymarin-treated groups. They had elevated MDA and AFs residues with decreased antioxidant parameters (TAC, GST, and CAT) in the AFs group. At the same time, treatment with lycopene or silymarin had reversed the action of AFs on MDA, elevated the hepatic residue, and improved antioxidant activity.

Conclusion: Lycopene and silymarin, with their potent antioxidant activity, can be used to reverse the harmful effects of AFs on hepatic and kidney tissue.
THE SPECIFIC CONTENT AND ASH CONTENT OF SOME BIOGENIC ELEMENTS (N, S, P) IN LEAVES OF HER-BACEOUS PLANTS IN THE CITY OF ISKITIM OF THE NOVOSIBIRSK REGION
Authors: Sedelnikova Lyudmila Leonidovna , Tsandekova Oksana Leonidovna
Published: March 2021

The article presents comparative data on the content of sulfur, phosphorus, nitrogen, ash in the leaves of perennial and annual ornamental plants, such as-Hemerocallis hybrida, Iris hybrida, Hosta lancifolia, Salvia splendens, Tagetis patula, Senecio cineraria, Gatsania hybrida, Alyssum hybrida, grown in flower beds near road and industrial zones of the city. Iskitim's. The change in the concentration of substances within each type is shown in the direction of increasing indicators in the series: S<P<N< - ash. The specificity of the content of elements for each type is revealed. It was found that the content of sulfur, phosphorus, nitrogen, and ash in these plants differs by ambiguous indicators in an urbanized environment. It was determined that in the flower beds of industrial zones, the nitrogen content in the leaves of annual plants such as alissum, Salvia splendens, Senecio cineraria was 6–11 times higher compared to sulfur and phosphorus. It was found that the nitrogen concentration is 2.5–3 times lower in perennial plants compared to annual ones. In the leaves of Hemerocallis hybrida, growing 50 m from the road, the ratio of S:P:N, sulfur is 1.5 times higher than in plants growing 100 m from the road. It was found that the distribution of sulfur, nitrogen, phosphorus, and ash in the leaves is species-specific.
A nemzetközi sportrendezvény szervezési projektek sikertényezői és a siker megítélésének kritériumai
Authors: Szabó Lajos , Dancsecz Gabriella
Published: March 2021

A szerzők tanulmányukban a nemzetközi sportrendezvény-szervezési projektek sikerét vizsgálják Magyarországon, valamint több európai országban megrendezett világ- és Európa-bajnokságok bázisán. Az elvégzett empirikus kutatás célja, hogy a siker megítélésében szerepet játszó kritériumok, valamint a hatékony szervezést támogató módszerek, tényezők feltárásával hozzájáruljon a nemzetközi sportrendezvény-szervezési projektek eredményesebbé tételéhez. A vizsgálat eredményei rávilágítanak a kapcsolatorientáció, a humán terület kiemelt szerepére a világ- és Európa-bajnokságok szervezése, megvalósítása során.
Essential oils in the management of soft rot of kale in the brazilian semiarid region
Authors: Queiroz Marcia Ferreira , Lima Meridiana Araujo Gonçalves , Pereira Josineide Edinalva , Barroso Karol Alves , Paz Cristiane Domingos da , Lucchese Angélica Maria , Peixoto Ana Rosa
Published: March 2021

The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of essential oils on the control of soft rot of kale. Clove essential oil at 0.25%, lemongrass and palmarosa essential oils at 0.5%, melaleuca and orange essential oils at 0.75%, bergamot, rosemary, sage and ginger essential oils at 1% were evaluated for the in vitro inhibition of Pectobacterium carotovorum subsp. brasiliensis (Pcb) and control of soft rot of kale, sprayed 72 hours before or seven hours after inoculation. Clove, citronella, bergamot, rosemary, palmarosa, sage, melaleuca, and lemongrass oils completely inhibited the growth of Pcb. Lemongrass oil (0.5%) caused 0% of disease incidence (INC), providing 100% of disease control in both periods of inoculation. Clove oil (0.25%) showed a lower INC (25%) when applied after inoculation, providing a control percentage of 71.42%. The lemongrass and clove essential oils were analyzed by GC/FID (Gas Chromatography – Flame Ionization Detector) and by GC/MS (Gas Chromatography /Mass Spectrometer). The major components were eugenol (91,9%) for clove oil and citral, isometric mixture of neral (34,1%) and geranial (42,9%) for lemongrass oil. The Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of lemongrass, clove oils and their major components (citral and eugenol, respectively) was determined by using a broth macrodilution technique, as well as they were evaluated at different concentrations on the control of soft rot of kale, sprayed according descriptions above. The MIC was 0.03125% for citral, and 0.0625 and 0.125% for lemongrass and clove oils, respectively. Eugenol didn't show MIC. Lemongrass oil at 0.125% (post-inoculation) and citral at 0.125% (pre and post-inoculation) provided the highest percentages of disease control (33.33, 50, and 100%, respectively). Clove oil at 0.125% (post-inoculation) showed better effectiveness than eugenol (0.25%), providing a percentage of disease control of 16.67%. Lemongrass and clove essential oils were the most effective in control of soft rot of kale, suggesting that these oils have a potential to be used as antibacterial agents.
Testing accession genetic composition of a germ-plasm bank for mangabeira (Hancornia speciosa)
Authors: Coimbra Ronaldo Rodrigues , Santos Danielle Pereira dos , Ferreira Wagner de Melo , Oliveira Junior Waldesse Piragé de , Oliveira Elainy Cristina Alves Martins
Published: March 2021

The objective of the current study was to measure the genetic variability of natural populations of Hancornia speciosa using RAPD type molecular markers to assay variation in existing sampled genotypes, using morphological variables, and so assess germplasm bank composition. Morphological and chemical characteristics H. speciosa fruits and seeds were evaluated using descriptive statistics and principal components analysis. Cluster analyzes was conducted using Jaccard's similarity index, via the UPGMA hierarchical agglomerative method. Phenotypic variability was found in the two studied populations. However, variability was higher in the São Judas population, where the variables: pulp yield and soluble solids content were higher than those in the Canaã population. High genetic variability was found in both study populations, and between- and within-population morphological and genetic variation was present in the studied populations. The nine primers generated 70 bands, of which 68 were polymorphic, with the primers A-08 and C-04 generating the highest number of polymorphic bands. The two populations differ principally in the pulp ratio and the proportion of total solids in the pulp (°Brix). RAPD markers used gave acceptable results and, to initiate the Federal University of Tocantins Active Mangaba Germplasm Bank, seven genotypes were sampled from the Canaã population and five from the São Judas Tadeu population.
Adjuvant interference on spray solution properties of 2,4-D and dicamba herbicides and their efficacy for Ipomoea SPP. control
Authors: Avila Neto Roberto Costa , Melo Adriano Arrué , Ulguim André da Rosa , Pedroso Rafael Munhoz , Barbieri Geovana Facco , Pigatto Cassiano Salin , Luchese Eric Fernandes
Published: March 2021

Synthetic auxin herbicides constitute major alternatives for managing tough-to-kill weeds such as Ipomoea spp. Adjuvant use is known to positively affect the biological efficacy of pesticides by modifying key spraying solution and droplet properties. Determining to what extent the use of adjuvants could change spray solution parameters and affect synthetic auxin herbicides’ efficiency for Ipomoea spp. control were the research goals. The study was conducted in two phases: laboratory and field, respectively. In the laboratory, the pH, the surface tension, and the resources of the herbicide drops were measured. In the field, weed control was evaluated. All adjuvants modified spray solution properties, lowering surface tension values. Most adjuvants decreased pH values as well as number and density of droplets due to an increase in droplet size. Regardless of adjuvant usage, Ipomoea spp. control levels rose more rapidly following 2,4-D spraying rather than dicamba, resulting in lower biomass accumulation when the former was used. Dicamba-containing treatments displayed slightly but significantly lower Ipomoea spp. control levels at the end of the evaluation period. Herbicide efficacy for Ipomoea spp. control was not improved upon the addition to the spray solution of any of the tested adjuvants. Adjuvant use altered spraying solution and droplet properties. 2,4-D spraying allowed for lower Ipomoea spp. biomass and greater control levels relative to dicamba, suggesting it might constitute a better option for Ipomoea spp. control. Even though herbicide efficacy was not improved with adjuvants, their use should still be considered given favorable spraying solution alterations, mainly with some alteration in droplet sizes despite the use of similar spray nozzles tips - maintaining weed control efficacy.
Efficiency of nitrogen and potassium application on phytotechnical parameters and yield of melon
Authors: Fernandes Pablo Cristovão de Alencar , Pereira Laércio da Silva , Lima Carlos José Gonçalves de Souza , Silva Júnior Gabriel Barbosa da , Santos Theuldes Oldenrique da Silva , Moura Regiana dos Santos , Silva Everaldo Moreira da
Published: March 2021

Phytotechnical parameters, yield and fertilizer use efficiency are relevant to the rational management of fertigation, especially in cultivation of high technological level. Thus, the objective was to evaluate the influence and efficiency of nitrogen (N) and potassium (K) application on the phytotechnical parameters, yield and nutritional efficiency of yellow melon in a fertigation system. The experiment was conducted in the city of Bom Jesus-PI, Brazil, from January to April 2016, in a strip-block design with four replicates, and the treatments consisted of five N levels (0, 45, 90, 135 and 180 kg ha-1 in the form of urea) and five K levels (0, 60, 120, 180 and 240 kg ha-1 in the form of potassium chloride), applied through fertigation. Collar diameter, main branch length, leaf chlorophyll content, number of leaves, leaf area index, biomass accumulation, fruit yield, and N and K use efficiencies were evaluated. Applications of 180 kg ha-1 of N and 240 kg ha-1 of K, respectively, led to the highest growth of the melon, while maximum production was obtained with the use of 112.50 and 165 kg ha-1 of N and K, respectively. The efficiency of N and K use decreased with increasing levels.
Characterization of lamb burgers with addition of flour from peach palm by-product
Authors: Echeverria Larissa , Rigoto Jéssica da Mata , Martinez Antônio Campanha , Porciuncula Barbara Daniele Almeida , Scanavacca Juliana , Barros Beatriz Cervejeira Bolanho
Published: March 2021

There is an increased interest in the consumption of healthier and innovative meat products. This study aimed to produce lamb burgers by replacing pork fat by peach palm by-product flour – PPF. The burgers were produced with lambs that had a safflower seed-supplemented diet. The PPF was added at levels of 0% (H0), 3% (H3), 6% (H6) and 9% (H9) in the substitution of fat. The flour produced with peach palm by-product showed high fiber content (63.9%) and high capacity of water absorption (8.1 g.g-1) and oil absorption (3.8 g.g-1). The PPF addition increased the cooking yield (68.2 - 77.0%), moisture retention (38.5 - 43.4%) and dietary fiber content (3.2 - 7.0%) in relation to H0, while the color parameters were similar among the formulations. The sensorial attributes overall appearance and aroma did not differ (p>0.05) in the lamb burgers produced, but the highest scores for flavor, texture and purchase intention were observed for H0, H3 and H6. PPF addition to lamb burgers increased the hardness values, and it did not affect elasticity and cohesiveness. The microbiological parameters showed that the formulations are safe for consumption. Therefore, PPF can be considered a low-cost alternative to nutritional enrichment of lamb burgers, being the level of 6% the most recommended due to the sensorial acceptance.
Cytogenotoxic effects of nitrogen on hydroponic lettuce
Authors: Arruda Alcione da Silva , Silva Wesley Costa , Oliveira Roberta Camargos de , Lemes Ernane Miranda , Guimarães Gabriela da Silva , Oliveira Júnior Robson José de , Luz José Magno Queiroz
Published: March 2021

Nitrogen accumulation in hydroponically-grown lettuce may pose a health risk to consumers. Thus, the objective of this study was to analyze different concentrations of nitrogen applications in hydroponic lettuce cultivation and their effect on toxicity, cytotoxicity and genotoxicity. A nutrient film technique (NFT) hydroponic system was used to grow the lettuce variety “Vanda.” The treatments consisted of different concentrations of nitrogen (in the form of calcium nitrate) in Furlani solution (75, 100, 125 and 150%), a negative and a positive control. The following commercial characteristics were measured: plant fresh weight (PFW), root fresh weight (RFW), shoot fresh weight (SFW), shoot diameter (SD), root dry weight (RDW), shoot dry weight (SDW) and leaf nitrogen (LN). Cytogenotoxicity was indicated by toxicity, cytotoxicity and genotoxicity, which were in turn determined by root length, the mitotic index, chromosomal aberrations and the presence of micronuclei.  The nitrogen concentrations used in this experiment did not cause phenotypic toxicity or cytotoxicity in lettuce roots. The most severe genotoxicity was observed at the 125% nitrogen concentration, which nevertheless did not affect commercial characteristics. Although nitrogen fertilization provides great benefits to agriculture, such as greater yields, indiscriminate use should be avoided since concentrations above recommended rates may induce genotoxicity.
Mini-implantes verticais no rebordo: criando ancoragem ortodôntica em casos de perdas dentárias múltiplas
Authors: Figueiredo Daniel Santos Fonseca
Published: March 2021

OBJETIVOS: Descrever uma técnica usando mini-implantes ortodônticos verticais no rebordo alveolar de áreas edêntulas, para facilitar a abordagem ortodôntica de pacientes com perdas dentárias múltiplas. CONCLUSÕES: A abordagem descrita pode facilitar, sobremaneira, o preparo ortodôntico prévio à reabilitação protética de pacientes adultos com perdas dentárias múltiplas. Além disso, por ser de simples execução, toda a técnica pode ser realizada pelo próprio ortodontista.
Dobra Z vertical
Authors: Bastos Marden
Published: March 2021

Os erros de colagem podem acontecer mesmo com o ortodontista mais experiente e cuidadoso, e podem resultar em maus posicionamentos dentários após o alinhamento e nivelamento. A colagem do braquete fora do longo eixo do dente pode ocasionar erros de angulação, em que a raiz do dente envolvido se movimenta para distal (angulação positiva) ou para mesial, em relação à posição ideal (angulação negativa) — e que podem ser constatados, clinicamente, por degraus entre as cristas marginais dos dentes posteriores, angulação das coroas dos dentes anteriores ou pelo erro na angulação na radiografia panorâ- mica (que deve ser feita a cada seis meses).
Recuperação de espaço na região posterior da arcada dentária durante a dentição mista: relato de caso clínico
Authors: Mira Paôla Caroline da Silva , Lemos Marina Andrade , Mendes Wendes Dias , Santos Maria Cecília Gorita dos , Lemos Murilo Andrade , Pagnano Valéria Oliveira , Stuani Maria Bernadete Sasso
Published: March 2021

INTRODUÇÃO: A perda precoce de dentes posteriores durante a dentição mista normalmente apresenta como consequência a falta de espaço nas arcadas para o correto alinhamento dentário e a interferência na cronologia de erupção dentária. Dessa forma, o cirurgião-dentista deve estar atento a todos os fatores responsáveis pela perda de espaço na arcada dentária e os métodos para recuperar esse espaço, caso tenha sido perdido precocemente, para alcançar o sucesso em seus tratamentos. OBJETIVO: O presente trabalho propõe uma abordagem clínica com uso de aparelho removível com parafuso expansor, para o tratamento de um caso de perda precoce de molares decíduos inferiores, com perda de espaço na arcada dentária. CONCLUSÕES: O aparelho utilizado se mostrou eficaz para a recuperação do espaço perdido na arcada dentária, referente ao segundo pré-molar, apresentando-se como uma técnica simples e satisfatória quando há colaboração do paciente.
Por que se chama fase do “Patinho Feio” e ela se autorresolve?
Authors: Consolaro Alberto
Published: March 2021

OBJETIVO: Conceituar e explicar a fase do “patinho feio” e explicar por que as reabsorções dentárias não acontecem nos dentes envolvidos. RESULTADO: Comparou-se a forma antiga de explicar a correção e a autocorreção dessa fase com os fundamentos atuais: os caninos superiores não “empurram” por contato direto os incisivos laterais superiores na fase do “patinho feio”. Eles participam significativamente da geração de vetores de crescimento na região óssea da pré-maxila, aumentando seu volume para a frente e para o lado. Assim, os dentes anteriores superiores se reposicionam e se harmonizam bilateralmente, quanto à estética e função. CONCLUSÃO: Antropologicamente, a evolução da fase do patinho feio para a de cisne lindo é natural e tende a se autorresolver na maior parte das pessoas. Quando isso não acontece, a interferência do profissional se faz necessária para que ortodonticamente, de forma preventiva ou corretiva, se estabeleça a normalidade estética e funcional, estimulando-se o crescimento ósseo maxilar anterior.
Financial Performance of Tourism Businesses in Labuan Bajo Tourist Area, Indonesia
Authors: YUDHOYONO Edhie Baskoro , SIREGAR Hermanto , ACHSANI Noer Azam , IRAWAN Tony
Published: March 2021

Labuan Bajo is one of the tourism destinations that are prioritized in Indonesia's national development. However, the contribution of tourism in Labuan Bajo to the economy and welfare of the surrounding community is still less than optimal even though there have been many attempts to stand around the tourist area of Labuan Bajo. This study aimed to analyse the financial performance of tourism businesses in the tourist area of Labuan Bajo, which is one of the tourism destinations prioritized by the Indonesian government. Data was collected through a questionnaire distributed to 221 respondents of tourism business actors in the tourist area of Labuan Bajo. The results of this study revealed that tourism business actors in Labuan Bajo were quite diverse in terms of tourism business permits, business scale, and business entities. Also, the growth of tourism businesses in the tourist area of Labuan Bajo was quite significant in 2017-2018. The results of the financial performance analysis showed that the income was relatively high in tourism businesses that have been operating for a long time. They were funded by bank loans, had large capital, adopted information technology, and members of certain tourism organizations. In general, the financial performance of the tourism business in Labuan Bajo has not been optimal, particularly in managing assets for profit.
Crisis Management Strategies in Jordanian Hotel Industry
Authors: ABO MURAD Maisoon , AL-KHARABSHEH Abdullah , AL-KHARABSHEH Abdulrahman
Published: March 2021

The aim of the current study is to identify the crisis management strategies in five-star hotels in Jordan. The most world wild crisis management strategies in hotel industry were synthesized from the literature. Data for this study were collected from 50 managers in five-star hotels in Amman. Self-administrated questionnaires were distributed to the targeted sample. SPSS was used to analyse the data and test the hypotheses. The findings showed that the strategies used to manage crises are coping and response strategies; furthermore, the most common strategy is the changing path strategy. This study offers some new insights about crisis management in Jordanian hotels. So, it aims to contribute to this growing area of research in developing countries.
Gambaran Dampak Kecemasan dan Gejala Psikologis pada Anak Korban Bencana Gempa Bumi di Lombok
Authors: Thoyibah Zurriyatun , Dwidiyanti Meidiana , Mulianingsih Misroh , Nurmayani Winda , Wiguna Reza Indra
Published: March 2021

Introduction: Earthquakes that occur always have a psychological impact on all victims, including children. Limited studies explore anxiety and symptoms of children’s psychological problems. This study aims to describe anxiety and psychological symptoms on children caused by the earthquake in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara.Method: This study uses a mix-method design with a sample of 47 respondents in SDN 2 Penimbung West Lombok, the sample was determined by purposive sampling technique. Quantitative data analysis using the RCMAS-2 questionnaire (Revised Children's Manifest Anxiety Scale; second edition) and qualitative analysis using the method of in-depth interview.Results: Most of the respondents of children included normal anxiety category 85.11%, while 14.89% belonged to the category of clinical anxiety. The results of the qualitative study showed that there were changes in attitudes in children, such as children becoming more sensitive, easily crying, irritable, children easily panicking and crying if they heard something thundering, children often worried about entering the house, they were initially cheerful but after earthquakes occur more children are quiet and withdraw.Conclusion: Earthquakes that occur cause symptoms of clinical anxiety in some children, which are manifested in everyday life both at home and at school. Future research is expected to provide appropriate therapy for children affected by disasters so that the psychological impact experienced can be reduced.
Gambaran Rencana Pulang Warga Binaan pada Sebuah Lembaga Pemasyarakatan Perempuan di Indonesia: Studi Pendahuluan
Authors: Baity Sayyidati Ummy Nurul , Andriany Megah
Published: March 2021

Introduction: As the development of the time, women committed criminal activities usually dominated by man. That crimes resulted negative stigma by society. So, it requires effective many discharge planning for female inmates to face the freedom. This study is useful for correctional nurses because of nurse basic role for provides female inmates discharge planning.Methods: The study about description female inmate’s discharge planning has already been studied in qualitative method, but it has not yet been studied in quantitative. The research purpose is to know the discharge planning of the return of the inmates in a female prison in Indonesia. This study was descriptive quantitative research method using with cross sectional approach. This research used questionnaire as the instrument. There were 25 samples that chosen by total sampling technique on a women’s prison in Indonesia. The analysis data using univariate analysis.Results: 92% of respondents would plan follow up skills from prisons, 68% of respondents would do legal plan, 100% of respondents would do the plan to maintain physical condition, 70.3% of respondents would do social interaction plan, 98% of respondents would do the mental spiritual plan, 65% of respondents would do the plan to meet the needs of residence and economy. Conclusion: There were various planning of female inmates before release from a prison. Correctional nurses are recommended to give more attention to the psychosocial problems of the women inmates and able to develop discharge planning program for the woman inmates by their freedom so that the inmates are ready to return to the society.
Gejala Depresi pada Warga Binaan Perempuan di Lembaga Pemasyarakatan
Authors: Sari Ilma Widiya , Adi Mateus Sakundarno , Andriany Megah
Published: March 2021

Introduction: Stressors of prison life can cause women prisoners to become depressed. The differences in symptoms of depression among women prisoners and the general population may occur due to the characteristics of prisoners and the nature of the prison environment. Symptoms of depression among women prisoners are important to know to prevent the negative effects of depression. This study aimed to describe the symptoms of depression among women prisoners.Methods: A quantitative descriptive study involving 66 women prisoners was designed. Sampling technique using purposive sampling. Self-report surveys using Beck Depression Inventory II were conducted to collect data related to showed the symptoms of depression. Univariate analysis was used to describe the symptoms of depression in frequency distribution and percentage.Results: Symptoms of depression can be divided into three domains include cognitive, affective and somatic. This study showed that the symptoms of depression most commonly experienced by women prisoners are sadness (97%), agitation (85%) and sleep disorders (70%).Suggestion: The findings suggest that early symptoms of depression identification can help professional to minimize the negative effects of depression. Further research is needed to overcome depression among women prisoners.
Gambaran Interaksi Caring Perawat dengan Pasien: Studi Pendahuluan
Authors: Mentari Dina Ayu , Ulliya Sarah
Published: March 2021

Introduction: In nursing practice nurses often show less optimal caring interactions because they have overload tasks. The purpose of this study was to describe the caring interactions between nurses and patients.Methods: This study was a descriptive study with a survey approach. The samples were 89 nurses at the inpatient wards who were recruited using purposive sampling technique. The data were collected using the Caring Nurse-Patient Interactions (CNPI-23N) tool and analyzed using a univariate analysis presented in the form of the frequency distribution.Results: The results showed that 84.3% of caring interactions between nurses and patients were good, and the remaining 18.7% were adequate. The dimension of comforting care achieved the highest value in which all respondents (100%) were at a good level. Meanwhile, the dimension of humanistic care achieved the lowest value in which 38.2% of respondents were at an adequate level.Conclusion: This study concluded that the caring interactions between nurses and patients had been well implemented. It is expected that the nursing profession and the hospital management maintain the quality of nursing care and increase the knowledge and training.
Evaluasi Program Edukasi dengan Video dan Poster Terhadap Perilaku Masyarakat dalam Menghadapi COVID-19 (Preliminary Study)
Authors: Rahmatina Layalia Azka , Erawati Meira
Published: March 2021

Introduction: The Indonesian government has issued public health protocols to deal with the corona virus disease 19 (COVID-19). In fact, this rule has been violated by many people. Health education through BARONA program may increase public understanding of disease so that their behavior will change. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of providing education with videos and posters on people's behavior in dealing with COVID-19. Methods: This study was a preliminary study involving twenty adults selected using a purposive sampling in a residential area. Respondents were given health education using posters and videos, then counted the number of respondents who showed health behavior before and after education. The data are then displayed in the frequency distribution table. Results: The results of this study illustrate that there is an increase in the number of respondents who show the behavior of washing hands and wearing masks while traveling. Whereas in the behavior of traveling and keeping a distance from other people, there was no change. Conclusion: Health education using posters and videos can change people's behavior in dealing with COVID-19.
Penggunaan Terapi Komplementer dalam Modern Wound Dressing pada Pasien dengan Luka Diabetes: Literature Review
Authors: Kusumastuty Hesti , Dewi Nur Setiawati
Published: March 2021

Introduction: The number of diabetes mellitus sufferers with diabetic ulcus continues to increase. Wound care using conventional methods is no longer effective. Selection of the right wound care can effectively improve wound healing and reduce the financial burden on serving the clientst. The aim of this literature review was to explore the efficacy of wound healing with modern wound care management in diabetic ulcers. Methods: A literature search using the Google Scholar database, Springer Link, Clinical Key, Pubmed and Proquest found 20 journal articles that match the criteria. Results: The majority of research results show the effectiveness of using modern clothing to heal diabetic wounds. Conclusion: Modern wound care dressings with the addition of complementary therapies have shown a more significant effect in accelerating diabetic wound healing.
The Role of the Bali’s Korean Pop Fandom in Supporting South Korea’s Soft Power
Authors: Dewi Putu Ratih Kumala
Published: March 2021

K-Pop has become a global phenomenon embarked by the Korean government as part of its cultural diplomacy, with the help of other elements such as K-Pop Fans. The existence of K-Pop is inseparable from its loyal fan community called fandom. This research thus aims to explore the phenomenon of K-pop fandom around the world and the role it plays in the globalization of K-Pop. The objective of this research is to examine the role of K-Pop fandom as a non-state actor in South Korea’s public diplomacy and in supporting the dissemination of K-Pop as a global culture. This research applies qualitative descriptive method where primary data are obtained through interviews with members of K-Pop fandom in Bali. In addition, secondary data will also be obtained through studying past literatures. Furthermore, this research utilizes the concept of public diplomacy and soft power. In the end, this research found that, K-Pop fandom, plays its role as a referee while the public is the receivers. As a ‘referee’, not only they act as a consumer of K-Pop, but K-Pop fandom also serve as a distributor and producer. The finding of this study is beneficial to understand the significance of non-state actors in the dissemination of ‘pop’ culture as part of public diplomacy as seen in South Korea.
Sachfahndung nach einem Raubmord in Saqāwa
Authors: Shahin Ayman Aly
Published: March 2021

This article presents the edition of a late 3rd/9th- or early 4th/10th-century search warrant for stolen goods (P.Cair.EgLib.inv. 536v). The scribe reports that two black men (aswadayn) were traveling on two donkeys, one of which was also loaded with a saddlebag of money, jewellery and clothes. Upon reaching the Upper Egyptian village of Saqāwa, the two black men were assaulted and murdered, and the goods and donkeys stolen. This document corroborates descriptions in historical works of frequent rebel attacks in various regions of Egypt in the 3rd/9th and 4rd/10th centuries.
Three Unpublished Scrolls Attesting to Pilgrimages to Mecca and Medina (16th century)
Authors: Martín Sergio Carro
Published: March 2021

This article presents the edition of three unpublished 16th-century scrolls preserved in the Palau Ribes Collection (Barcelona) that contain diagrammatic representations of the holy places of Mecca and Medina. One of them certifies the fulfillment of the major (ḥajj) and minor (ʿumra) pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca on behalf of a little girl, in what appears to be a certificate reused by removing the names of the original parties. The other two documents extoll the city of Medina and the Prophet Muḥammad, as part of the pious visit to his tomb (ziyāra) carried out by individuals who are not mentioned by name. In addition, the three documents share the same material characteristics, and present textual structures that suggest they were mass-produced models. They therefore constitute three case studies evidencing a significant shift in the production of Islamic certificates of pilgrimage, and can thus help expand our knowledge of the ritual itself.