bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Age of air as a diagnostic for transport timescales in global models
Authors: Krol Maarten , de Bruine Marco , Killaars Lars , Ouwersloot Huug , Pozzer Andrea , Yin Yi , Chevallier Frederic , Bousquet Philippe , Patra Prabir , Belikov Dmitry , Maksyutov Shamil , Dhomse Sandip , Feng Wuhu , Chipperfield Martyn P.
Published: August 2018

Abstract. This paper presents the first results of an age-of-air (AoA) inter-comparison of six global transport models. Following a protocol, three global circulation models and three chemistry transport models simulated five tracers with boundary conditions that grow linearly in time. This allows for an evaluation of the AoA and transport times associated with inter-hemispheric transport, vertical mixing in the troposphere, transport to and in the stratosphere, and transport of air masses between land and ocean. Since AoA is not a directly measurable quantity in the atmosphere, simulations of 222Rn and SF6 were also performed. We focus this first analysis on averages over the period 2000–2010, taken from longer simulations covering the period 1988–2014. We find that two models, NIES and TOMCAT, show substantially slower vertical mixing in the troposphere compared to other models (LMDZ, TM5, EMAC, and ACTM). However, while the TOMCAT model, as used here, has slow transport between the hemispheres and between the atmosphere over land and ocean, the NIES model shows efficient horizontal mixing and a smaller latitudinal gradient in SF6 compared to the other models and observations. We find consistent differences between models concerning vertical mixing of the troposphere, expressed as AoA differences and modelled 222Rn gradients between 950 and 500 hPa. All models agree, however, on an interesting asymmetry in inter-hemispheric mixing, with faster transport from the Northern Hemisphere surface to the Southern Hemisphere than vice versa. This is attributed to a rectifier effect caused by a stronger seasonal cycle in boundary layer venting over Northern Hemispheric land masses, and possibly to a related asymmetric position of the intertropical convergence zone. The calculated AoA in the mid–upper stratosphere varies considerably among the models (4–7 years). Finally, we find that the inter-model differences are generally larger than differences in AoA that result from using the same model with a different resolution or convective parameterisation. Taken together, the AoA model inter-comparison provides a useful addition to traditional approaches to evaluate transport timescales. Results highlight that inter-model differences associated with resolved transport (advection, reanalysis data, nudging) and parameterised transport (convection, boundary layer mixing) are still large and require further analysis. For this purpose, all model output and analysis software are available.
DCMIP2016: The Splitting Supercell Test Case
Authors: Zarzycki Colin M. , Jablonowski Christiane , Kent James , Lauritzen Peter H. , Nair Ramachandran , Reed Kevin A. , Ullrich Paul A. , Hall David M. , Dazlich Don , Heikes Ross , Konor Celal , Randall David , Chen Xi , Harris Lucas , Giorgetta Marco , Reinert Daniel , Kühnlein Christian , Walko Robert , Lee Vivian , Qaddouri Abdessamad , Tanguay Monique , Miura Hiroaki , Ohno Tomoki , Yoshida Ryuji , Park Sang-Hun , Klemp Joseph , Skamarock William
Published: August 2018

Abstract. This paper describes the splitting supercell idealized test case used in the 2016 Dynamical Core Model Intercomparison Project (DCMIP2016). These storms are useful testbeds for global atmospheric models because the horizontal scale of convective plumes is O(1 km), emphasizing non-hydrostatic dynamics. The test case simulates a supercell on a reduced radius sphere with nominal resolutions ranging from 4 km to 0.5 km and is based on the work of Klemp et al. (2015). Models are initialized with an atmospheric environment conducive to supercell formation and forced with a small thermal perturbation. A simplified Kessler microphysics scheme is coupled to the dynamical core to represent moist processes. Reference solutions for DCMIP2016 models are presented. Storm evolution is broadly similar between models, although differences in final solution exist. These differences are hypothesized to result from different numerical discretizations, physics-dynamics coupling, and numerical diffusion. Intramodel solutions generally converge as models approach 0.5km resolution. These results can be used as a reference for future dynamical core evaluation, particularly with the development of non-hydrostatic global models intended to be used in convective-permitting and convective-allowing regimes.
Feasibility and Effectiveness of Telehealth Occupational Therapy Home Modification Interventions
Authors: Renda Marnie , Lape Jennifer E.
Published: August 2018

Despite the effectiveness of occupational therapy home modification interventions, persons with disabilities may not receive them due to service delivery costs, limited number of therapists, and expansive geographic service areas.  The need for occupational therapy home modification interventions will increase with the rising U.S. aging population, incidence of chronic illness, and shift toward community-based care.  This study examined the feasibility of telehealth occupational therapy home modification interventions using participant owned smart phones, tablets, or computers.  A pretest posttest design (n=4) demonstrated improvement in home safety and perception of performance of daily activities.  Participants reported satisfaction with the mode of intervention citing ease of use and reduction in client and caregiver burden.  Two key implementation challenges were (1) inconsistent quality of synchronous audio and video and (2) limited funding for home modification interventions.  A large-scale telehealth occupational therapy home modification interventions pilot study is warranted.
Geografia e Cinema: a releitura dos conceitos de espaço, paisagem e lugar a partir das imagens em movimento
Authors: Eugenia Fioravante Karina
Published: August 2018

Resumo A relação entre a Geografia e o Cinema é cada vez mais expressiva. Quando observamos o número de publicações, especialmente a partir dos anos 1980, é possível perceber que o interesse dos geógrafos pelas imagens em movimento tornou-se, também, consideravelmente plural. Os problemas de pesquisa construídos pelos pesquisadores fascinam pela diversidade e encantam pelo refinamento conceitual alcançado. Nesse sentido, esse artigo tem como objetivo refletir acerca das novas problematizações dos conceitos de espaço, paisagem e lugar criadas a partir da aproximação entre a Geografia e Cinema. Para tanto, foi realizado um levantamento de textos que discutem o Cinema em periódicos de Geografia e, a partir deles, construídas as reflexões sobre espaço cinemático, espaço fílmico e espaço narrativo, bem como, de lugar cinemáticos e das múltiplas ramificações do conceito de paisagem que são o foco de interesse desse trabalho. Palavras-Chave: Geografia e cinema; Espaço; Paisagem; Lugar   Abstract The relationship between Geography and Cinema is, increasingly, more expressive. When one observes the number of publications, specially since the 80s, it is possible to perceive that the interest towards the moving images has become considerably plural. The research problems built by researchers fascinates by its diversity and enchantes by the conceptual refinement achieved. In this sense, this article main objetive is to reflect about the new problematization regarding the concepts of space, landscape and place which were created from the approximation between Geography and Cinema. For such was conducted a research to look for text that discuss Cinema in Geographic journal and, throught those, were built the reflections regarding cinematic space, filmic space and narrative space, as well as cinematic place and the multiple ramifications of the landscape that are the focus of interest in this paper. Keywords: Geography and cinema; Space; Landscape; Place   Resumen La relación entre la Geografía y el Cine es cada vez más importante. Cuando observamos el número de publicaciones, sobre todo en las últimas cuatro décadas, se puede ver que el interés de los geógrafos por las imágenes en movimiento se convirtió, también, considerablemente plural. Los problemas de investigación construidos investigadores fascinan por la diversidad y deleitan por el refinamiento conceptual logrado. Por lo tanto, este artículo tiene como objetivo reflexionar sobre las nuevas problematizaciones de los conceptos de espacio, paisaje y lugar creados a partir del acercamiento entre Geografía y Cine. Para tanto, se realizó un levantamiento de textos que discuten el Cine en periódicos de Geografía y, a partir de ellos, fueron construidas las reflexiones sobre espacio cinemático, espacio fílmico y espacio narrativo, así como, de lugar cinemáticos y de las múltiples ramificaciones del concepto de paisaje que son el foco de interés de ese trabajo. Palabras clave: Geografía y cine; Espacio; Paisaje; Lugar
O LUGAR DA DEFICIÊNCIA INTELECTUAL NA PRODUÇÃO CIENTÍFICA SOBRE O ENSINO DE HISTÓRIA
Authors: Oliveira Anna Augusta Sampaio de , Paixão Katia De Moura Graça , Silva Glacielma De Fátima da , Papim Ângelo Ântonio Puzipe
Published: August 2018

O artigo busca levantar e analisar a produção cientifica sobre o ensino de História para os Estudantes com Deficiência Intelectual (EDI) no Ensino Fundamental II, focando as dissertações e teses produzidas sobre esta temática no Brasil. Delimitamos o período de 2005 a 2016 para a pesquisa na base de dados da CAPES. Como resultado, encontramos apenas dois (2) trabalhos que consideraram as possibilidades de ensino e aprendizado de história para os EDI. A escassez de pesquisas na área aponta o reflexo de uma política educacional que apesar do movimento de inclusão, não favorece o ensino e aprendizado do EDI, apenas se garante a matrícula escolar.
CREATING A COMMEMORATIVE SPACE AT A CEMETERY LOCATED ON A JESUIT SUGAR PLANTATION IN FRENCH GUIANA
Authors: Auger Réginald
Published: August 2018

Este artigo reflete sobre o processo de criação e desenvolvimento de um espaço comemorativo dentro de um sitio arqueológico: a plantação Loyola na Guiana francesa. Nós criamos este espaço para o reconhecimento dos escravos que viveram e morreram na plantação, para demostrar compaixão com os descendentes de escravos, bem como para provocar uma discussão sobre a história do período colonial. A memoria da escravidão é um assunto sensível para dos residentes da região, cuja maioria é descendente de escravos. A partir de vinte anos de pesquisa na plantation Loyola e seu cemitério, apresentamos aqui várias questões que encontramos no processo de apropriação do espirito do lugar pela população local.A plantação está localizada à 10 km de Cayenne, capital da Guiana francesa. Durante o domínio jesuíta, a plantação media mais de 1000 hectares, e chegou a ter cerca de 500 escravos trabalhando na produção de açúcar, café, índigo, e rum, entre outros produtos, supervisionados por alguns missionários. Depois de ter descoberto sepulturas no cemitério, onde aproximadamente 1000 escravos descendentes de Africanos, povos indígenas, colonos, e missionários foram enterrados, decidimos criar um espaço memorial para comemorar os escravos que viveram e foram enterrados na plantação. Inspirando-se numa ilustração dos anos 1730, erigimos uma cruz do Calvário no centro do cemitério, no âmbito de criar discussões relevantes com a população local. Esta ação teve como efeito de produzir uma resposta imediata da população local, e o cemitério tornou-se um ponto central para a discussão. Curiosamente, nossa intenção provocou uma reação visceral dos agentes locais do governo francês.
A Quantitative Framework for the Analysis of Two-Stage Exams
Authors: Martin Andrew
Published: August 2018

Two-stage exams have gained traction in education as a means of creating collaborative active-learning experiences in the classroom in a manner that advances learning, positively increases student engagement, and reduces test anxiety. Published analyses have focused almost exclusively on the increase in student scores from the first individual stage to the second collaboration stage and have shown clear positive effects on gains in student scores. Missing from these analyses is a comprehensive evaluation of the effects of individual preparation, the characteristics of questions, and small group composition on the outcomes two-stage exams. I developed a simple quantitative framework that provides a flexible approach for estimating and evaluating the effects of individuals, questions, and groups on student performance. Additionally, the framework yields statistics appropriate for making inferences about productive collaboration, consensus-building, and counter-productive interaction that happens within small groups. Analyses of 12 exams across two courses and 2 years using the quantitative framework revealed considerable variation for all three of these effects within and among exams. Overall, the results highlight the value of quantitative estimation of two-stage exams for gaining perspective on the effects of individuals, questions, and groups on student performance, and facilitates data-driven revision of assessments, curricula, and teaching strategies towards achieving gains in students' collaborative skills.
Perceptions of ELT Students Related to Learner Autonomy in Language Learning
Authors: Yigit Gokhan , Yildirim Ozgur
Published: August 2018

This study mainly aims to investigate the perceptions of ELT (English Language Teaching) students related to learner autonomy in language learning. In order to have a deeper understanding of the perceptions of ELT students related to learner autonomy a total of 20 students are interviewed. The findings gathered are analyzed according to the year of study in the ELT program (from 1st year to 4th year) and gender of the participants. Content analysis is done for the qualitative data and the findings of the qualitative data are organized according to the students’ study years and their gender. The findings indicate that the participants mainly state similar responsibilities, abilities, and activities in terms of their year of study. In addition, qualitative data reveal that although both female and male participants give importance to similar aspects related to responsibilities, abilities, and activities on learner autonomy, they state different reasons for giving importance to those aspects. Additionally, participants give some definitions related to learner autonomy and they prove how versatile the notion of learner autonomy is.
The Effect of Adjustment Training Based on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy for Undergraduates on Their Adjustment to University
Authors: Yöntem Mustafa Kemal , Özer Ömer
Published: August 2018

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of the Rational Emotional Behavioral Therapy Based Adjustment Training on the adjustment level of undergraduates. Participants involved 30 undergraduates from different cities of Turkey. The data were collected using University Life Scale. This quasi-experimental study was conducted as a psycho-educational group activity in the drama room of the university. The effectiveness of the psycho-education program was examined with experiment-control group, pre-test, post-test and follow-up measures and the program was organized as 12 sessions. Posttest and follow-up results showed that those in the experimental group had a higher adjustment score than the participants in the control group. The results of the research showed that Rational Emotional Behavioral Therapy Based Adjustment Training contributed to the adjustment of first-year students coming from different cities.
Assessment of water quality in the upper parts of Wisłoka River (south Poland) by using macrozoobenthos
Authors: Hajduk Wojciech , Kokoszka Piotr , Korzec Kinga , Kusior Bartłomiej , Ryczek Weronika , Siwek Klaudia , Klich Mariusz
Published: August 2018

In October 2017, macrozoobenthos samples were collected on six positions in the upper parts of the Wisłoka River. Based on them, the quality of water purity was assessed and the purity classes were assigned to them using the BMWP-PL method and the Margalef index. The quality of waters in Wisłoka is unsatisfactory - the most common result of the quality assessment is the 3rd and 4th water purity class. This result is much worse than the assessment of the water quality of the upper parts of the Jasiołka River and the Ropa River using the same water quality method. These rivers are similar physiographically and situated near Wisłoka.
The influence of sterilization on properties of polyurethane/polylactide blend
Authors: Bednarz Paulina , Bernasik Andrzej , Laska Jadwiga
Published: August 2018

The biodegradable polyurethane/polylactide blend was treated with low temperature hydrogen peroxide plasma, ethylene oxide and immersing in ethanol combined with ultraviolet radiation. The samples sterilized by hydrogen peroxide and ethylene oxide stood practically unaffected, while UV/EtOH caused distinct changes in their mechanical properties. For example the signifficant reduction of tensile strength occured, elongation at break became twice lower, while the Young's modulus increased by 23%. The XPS measurements showed that after all types of treatment atomic carbon and nitrogen concentrations in the surface layer was slightly lower than in the bulk. Instead the surface layer was more enriched with oxygen. Ethylene oxide sterilization caused that both surfaces became more hydrophobic i.e. the contact angle increased about 15% for the top surface and 8% for the bottom surface, respectively. Sterilization with ethanol and UV radiation changed the nature of surface into more hydrophilic, the contact angle of the top surface was reduced about 6% and the bottom about 24%. The FT-IR spectra of all sterilized samples were recorded and discussed. From all used sterilization methods only hydrogen peroxide plasma is fully suitable for biodegradable PU/PLA blend.
Zielona plama Polski. Naturalizowanie krajobrazu mazurskiego w narracjach turystycznych
Authors: Karpowicz Agnieszka
Published: August 2018

The article discusses the process of naturalization of Masuria in Polish contemporary culture through the paradoxical naturalization of vegetation, and more broadly the nature of the region, understood as the construction of its naturalniess, timelessness and non-intrusion into historical and geopolitical processes. This process is referred to earlier Polonization efforts of the Masurian landscape. The author pays attention to the main changes in the attitude towards the Masurian greenery and the natural landscape on the example of the walking path around Lake Ołów in Ryn. Nature is presented as an element determining the identity of the place in the face of effective erosion of the Masurian identity in the course of geopolitical processes, supporting, from the second half of the twentieth century, the erasure of the memory of Prussian or German identity of these areas and sometimes deliberately used for it, and at the same time sometimes constituting the only trace of this identity.
LEGAL REGULATIONS OF THE EUROPEAN
REAL ESTATE TAXATION SYSTEMS
Authors: Wołowiec Tomasz , Szybowski Daniel
Published: August 2018

In particular national systems, the elements of tax construction (especially tax base, rates, tax exemptions and reliefs) have been formed by social and historical circumstances, which accounts for the fact that some countries have very particular solutions, unknown in other tax system. A common element connecting modern tax systems is the fact that the real estate taxation base (with few exceptions only) is the real estate value: defined in many different ways.
miR-182-5p Attenuates High-Fat -Diet-Induced Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis in Mice
Authors: Liang Qionghe , Chen Huan , Xu Xiaoqun , Jiang Weiwei
Published: August 2018

Introduction and Aim: Patients with NASH have increased risk for sepsis or cardiovascular disease after Liver transplantation. An important role of Toll-like receptor (TLR) 4 in the pathogenesis of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) was demonstrated. Here, we study the role of miR-182-5p in TLR4 expression and high-fat-diet (HFD)-induced NASH in vitro and in vivo. Methods: Following transfection with a miR-182-5p mimic, the effect of miR-182-5p on TLR4 in RAW264.7 and HepG2 cells was investigated. Following administration of the miR-182-5p mimic into the livers of HFD-induced NASH mice, we determined the in vivo expression of TLR4, TNFα, and IL-6 and assessed the histologic features of the livers. Results: Following lipopolysaccharide (LPS) treatment of RAW264.7 cells, real-time RT-PCR and western blot results indicated decreases levels of TLR4 mRNA and protein in the miR-182-5p group as compared with levels observed in controls, with similar trends were observed in TNFα and IL-6 protein levels. Following oleic acid (OA) treatment of HepG2 cells, TLR4, TNFα, and IL-6 levels were signiﬁcantly decreased in the miR-182-5p group as compared with levels observed in controls. Following miR-182-5p administration, TLR4 mRNA and protein levels decreased along with those of TNFα and IL-6 proteins, and the liver weight/body weight ratio of treated mice was less than that observed in controls. Furthermore, hematoxylin and eosin staining showed that the miR-182-5p-treated group exhibited low adipose-cell cross-sectional areas, and Oil Red O staining showed decreases in the size of lipid droplets in the miR-182-5p-treated group. Conclusions: miR-182-5p ameliorated HFD-induced NASH by suppressing TLR4.
PROPAGANDA OF GENDER EQUALITY
(THE CASE OF FEMALE ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN UKRAINE): TACTICAL ASPECTS AND RESULTS
Authors: Zubarieva Mariia , Mykolaichuk Viktoriia
Published: August 2018

The concept of gender equality raises an important topic of equality of rights, respect for freedoms and responsibilities among people. The issue of gender equality appears in various spheres – political, economic, and cultural, which further emphasizes the importance of considering the prerequisites and factors of influence on its formation. An important role is played by the research tools of propaganda used to establish gender equality in the society.
HISTORY OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF
REGISTRATION DOCUMENTATION FOR OBJECTS OF CULTURAL HERITAGE IN UKRAINE
Authors: Kharkovenko Roman
Published: August 2018

The article provides historical analysis of the process of formation of accounting documentation for objects of cultural heritage and development of the sphere of protection of cultural heritage of Ukraine from the 19th century to the present.
Kakaowce nad Wisłą? Przyczynek do analizy percepcji roślin egzotycznych w Polsce
Authors: Błażej Popławski
Published: August 2018

The aim of the article is to characterize the perception of exotic plants in Poland – the process of their demostication in the cultural and social senses. As an example for the analysis, cocoa was selected. In the introduction, the mechanisms of constructing the concept of exotica were described. Then, the changes in the cultural significance of cocoa from pre-colonial times to the present were discussed. In the following part, the perception of cocoa cultivation in Poland was outlined.
Doniczkowa utopia? Rośliny pokojowe w Warszawskiej Spółdzielni Mieszkaniowej
Authors: Parfianowicz Weronika
Published: August 2018

The paper discusses plant breeding in the flats of the Warsaw Housing Cooperative during the interwar period. The author analyses the articles offering advice on potted plants, raising the issue of greenery in the estates and the importance of nature in the lives of residents of urban estates, and attempts to reconstruct various meanings attributed to potted plants, practices associated with them and the ways in which they became part of a larger modernization and educational project.
Strzelba Sienkiewicza. Wstęp do badań nad praktykami myśliwskimi autora Trylogii
Authors: Forajter Wacław
Published: August 2018

In the article, Pierre Bourdieu’s “habitus” theory is employed to discuss Henryk Sienkiewicz’s hunting practices. Particular attention is devoted to the way the writer defines the concept of “masculinity” and its relationships with hunting skills. The author also points to the compensatory nature of this type of practices in the context of the nineteenth-century transformations of the social structure, the Polish political situation and the biography of the author of With Fire and Sword.
Comportamentos sexuais e o uso de métodos contraceptivos em universitárias da área da saúde
Authors: Sarmento Maria do Socorro Ribeiro de Araújo , Sales Jaqueline Carvalho e Silva , Silva Fernando José Guedes da , Parente Adriana da Cunha Meneses
Published: August 2018

Estudio con miras a describir el comportamiento sexual y los métodos anticonceptivos de alumnas del área de la salud de una universidad pública. Se trata de un estudio transversal con 177 estudiantes de los cursos de Educación física, Enfermería, Farmacia, Medicina, Nutrición y Odontología. La recogida de datos se realizó en un cuestionario con preguntas cerradas. Los datos se analizaron mediante el software Statistical Package for the Social Science, versión 19.0. Se efectuaron análisis estadísticos descriptivos univariados. En la estadística inferencial se utilizó la prueba de hipótesis bivariada (chi cuadrado y exacto de Fischer). El nivel de significancia se fijó en p≤0,05. Los resultados indicaron que las alumnas tenían edad promedio de 20,5 años, eran morenas, católicas, de la ciudad de Teresina, egresadas de colegios públicos, vivían con su familia, sin hijos, ingreso familiar de hasta tres salarios mínimos. La mayoría mencionó que en la primera relación sexual optaron por el preservativo masculino. Sobre la frecuencia de uso del preservativo durante los últimos 30 días, gran parte afirmó no haber optado nunca por tal método anticonceptivo. Se observó que el uso de alcohol y de otras drogas antes de la última relación sexual está significativamente asociado con el uso de anticonceptivos. Este estudio podría colaborar para que profesionales de la salud establezcan medidas preventivas, curativas y educativas considerando que en la juventud hay un sentimiento de empoderamiento respecto de la salud que se refleja en la demanda retraída de este grupo en la búsqueda de los servicios.
Amamentação em foco
Authors: Silva Monalisa Nanaina da , Facio Beatriz Castanheira , Sarpi Letícia Longo , Bussadori Jamile Claro de Castro , Fabbro Márcia Regina Cangiani
Published: August 2018

Objetivo: Analizar los textos sobre lactancia materna publicados en revistas femeninas de circulación nacional. Métodos: Investigación documental, exploratoria, con análisis cualitativo de datos según el método de Análisis de Contenido, modalidad temática. Los resultados fueron recogidos entre 2015 y 2016 e interpretados desde la perspectiva de género. Resultados: En los 72 ejemplares publicados en el período mencionado, el asunto lactancia materna se menciona 66 veces. Del análisis surgieron cinco temas: beneficios de la lactancia materna – con enfoque en el recién nacido; trabajo materno y lactancia materna en público; marketing de alimentación infantil; ¿Profesionales de la salud versus familia - apoyo a la lactancia materna?; sexualidad y estética durante la lactancia. Conclusión: Aunque las revistas enfocan varios contextos que incluyen la lactancia materna, el tema se trata de forma superficial y aleatoria, sin evidencias científicas y lleno de estereotipos y mitos que pueden comprometer las opciones de las mujeres y la adhesión a esta práctica.
Desafios para desenvolver competências no âmbito hospitalar
Authors: Leal Laura Andrian , Soares Mirelle Inácio , Silva Beatriz Regina da , Chaves Lucieli Dias Pedreschi , Camelo Silvia Helena Henriques
Published: August 2018

El presente estudio tuvo como objetivo identificar los retos enfrentados por los enfermeros para desarrollar competencias en el proceso de trabajo hospitalario. Se trata de un estudio exploratorio cualitativo en el que participaron 40 egresados de enfermería de una institución de enseñanza superior pública del interior del estado de San Pablo. Para los datos, recogidos por medio de entrevistas semiestructuradas (guiadas por un itinerario) de septiembre a diciembre de 2016, se utilizó el análisis temático inductivo. Se identificaron cinco categorías de retos que limitan el desarrollo de competencias del enfermero hospitalario, tales como: relación interpersonal conflictiva; edad profesional joven: experiencia profesional restringida; recursos humanos y materiales insuficientes; habilidad técnica limitada y modelo de gestión rígido. Este estudio debe contribuir a que centros formadores y gestores hospitalarios reflexionen sobre su rol en la elaboración de estrategias con miras a amenizar los retos enfrentados por los enfermeros y permitir el desarrollo de competencias profesionales en su trabajo.
Percepção da qualidade de vida de profissionais de enfermagem de terapia intensiva
Authors: Moraes Bruno Fernando Moneta , Martino Milva Maria Figueiredo De , Sonati Jaqueline Girnos
Published: August 2018

El presente estudio tuvo como objetivo investigar la percepción de la calidad de vida de los profesionales de enfermería de cuidados intensivos y su relación con el tiempo promedio de sueño y la práctica de actividades físicas. Fue realizada una investigación transversal con 224 profesionales de enfermería de seis unidades de cuidados intensivos en las regiones metropolitanas de Sorocaba y Campinas, Estado de San Pablo. La recogida de datos fue llevada a cabo entre agosto de 2015 y enero de 2016. La caracterización de los datos sociodemográficos, del sueño y de las actividades físicas fue efectuada mediante una encuesta. La percepción de la calidad de vida fue evaluada por medio del WHOQOL-Bref. Para todos los análisis fue considerado el nivel de significancia igual a 5% y, para realizar los análisis, fue utilizado el software estadístico SAS versión 9.4. Prevalecieron los individuos del sexo femenino, casados, en el cargo de técnicos de enfermería, con edad media de 36,12 (desviación estándar = 8,26) años. La mayoría de los profesionales dormía un promedio de menos de seis horas al día y no practicaba ninguna actividad física, lo cual determinó una disminución importante de los promedios de los dominios de la calidad de vida. La privación de sueño, no practicar actividades físicas y el bajo ingreso mensual demostraron, en este estudio, tener impactos negativos en la calidad de vida de los profesionales de enfermería de cuidados intensivos de adultos.
Prevalência de burnout em militares de enfermagem do exército brasileiro no rio grande do sul
Authors: Dorneles Ademir Jones Antunes , Dalmolin Graziele de Lima , Andolhe Rafaela , Magnago Tânia Solange Bosi de Souza , Moreira Maria Graziela de Souza
Published: August 2018

Objetivo: verificar la prevalencia de burnout en la enfermería militar de Hospitales Militares del Exército Brasileiro de Río Grande do Sul. Método: estudio transversal realizado en cinco hospitales militares entre diciembre de 2015 y mayo de 2016, con 167 militares de enfermería. Se aplicó un cuestionario de caracterización sociodemográfica y laboral y el Maslach Burnout Inventory. Resultados: se observó prevalencia de burnout del 13,8% en los militares participantes de la investigación: el 2,4% entre enfermeros y el 11,4% entre técnicos de enfermería. Conclusiones: el burnout también está presente entre los militares de enfermería del Exército Brasileiro y, por ello, es esencial implementar medidas de promoción de la salud de los trabajadores con miras a lograr ambientes de trabajo saludables y satisfactorios para realizar los cuidados de enfermería.
Patients’ perspectives about the design of a mobile application for psychotic disorders
Authors: Simões de Almeida Raquel , Sousa Tiago , Marques António , Queirós Cristina
Published: August 2018

Aim

Based on the design of applications for psychotic disorders illness self-management, this study aimed to understand patients’ patterns of technology usage, as well as their expectations and requirements concerning the design of an app for rehabilitation and illness management purposes. It also aimed to identify guidelines for mobile application development for this population.

Method

After a literature review, a questionnaire was developed, focused on behaviours and opinions about technology usage. It was applied, through a cross-sectional study, to a sample of 102 users of mental health services with psychotic disorders (62% men; with ages between 22 and 66 years old).

Results

Nearly 59% of the participants were willing to download an app for illness self-management, and 51% evaluated as essential the self-management of their mental health condition. However, correlation analysis revealed that the more years with mental illness, the less importance is given to an app for this purpose.

Conclusion

The use of mobile technologies seems to the have potential to empower individuals with mental health problems, especially younger ones and those in early disease stages. Concerns about privacy/security should be considered, as well as simple screening designs and texts. The results also reveal the importance of user participatory design.
Caracterização epidemiológica de pacientes submetidos ao transplante de células-tronco hematopoéticas em um centro de referência de Curitiba, Paraná, Brasil, 2011-2015
Authors: Souza Gisele de Paula E Silva Carneiro Mendes de , Marca Leticia Mara , Silva Milene Zanoni da , Hofelmann Doroteia Aparecida , Rattmann Yanna Dantas
Published: August 2018

Introdução: O transplante de células-tronco hematopoéticas (TCTH) é a única alternativa para o tratamento de algumas doenças. Entretanto, identifica-se escassez de estudos na população brasileira. Objetivo: Caracterizar o perfil dos pacientes submetidos ao TCTH no Hospital de Clínicas da Universidade Federal do Paraná (HC/UFPR), entre 2011 e 2015, com base em variáveis demográficas, diagnóstico, duração da internação, e a taxa de mortalidade na instituição. Métodos: Pesquisa de séries temporais baseada em dados do Sistema de Informações Hospitalares. Avaliou-se a tendência na distribuição das proporções ao longo dos anos por meio do teste de Cochran–Armitage e da regressão binomial negativa. A presença de autocorrelação seriada foi testada pelo teste de Durbin-Watson. Resultados: De 2011-2015 o Paraná foi responsável por 9,2% dos TCTH realizados no Brasil. O HC/UFPR foi responsável por 46,0% destes procedimentos realizados no Paraná. Não foram observadas variações significativas na distribuição das variáveis sexo (p=0,788) e número de TCTH (p=0,213). 59,5% dos pacientes residiam no PR, 49,4% tinham entre 0 e 17 anos, 79,9% eram brancos, e 63,5% do sexo masculino. O TCTH alogênico foi o mais realizado (88,5%). 58,5% permaneceram internados de 31 a 60 dias (média=37,6 dias). 9,1% foram a óbito. A anemia aplástica adquirida foi a doença base mais frequente (31,9%). Conclusão: O TCTH é um procedimento de alto custo e complexidade. O estudo e a compreensão dos fatores determinantes para o seu sucesso são de extrema importância para o melhor planejamento, estimativa de risco e elaboração de políticas públicas de saúde.
Níveis pressóricos de pacientes em acompanhamento pelo Programa Hiperdia
Authors: Gomes Eduardo Tavares , Bezerra Simone Maria Muniz da Silva
Published: August 2018

Introdução: O Programa Hiperdia é uma ação importante para a prevenção das doenças crônicas não-transmissíveis no Brasil, particularmente no controle da hipertensão arterial e diabetes. Objetivo: Comparar os níveis pressóricos de pacientes hipertensos em acompanhamento pelo Programa Hiperdia da Estratégia de Saúde da Família do munícipio de Recife-PE, em relação a uma amostra da população local sem acompanhamento. Métodos: Estudo transversal, analítico, de abordagem quantitativa, realizado com um grupo de 135 pacientes hipertensos do Programa Hiperdia e 196 pacientes sem vínculo com uma unidade de saúde ou sem diagnóstico prévio de hipertensão arterial como grupo controle. Resultados: Os pacientes do programa Hiperdia apresentaram-se como controlados (73,3%) e com médias de pressão arterial diastólica e sistólica menor que o grupo controle (p<0,001 e p=0,011, respectivamente). Conclusão: Os resultados ressaltam a importância do programa e a necessidade de estratégias para melhorar o diagnóstico na população em geral.
Análise multivariada da esquistossomose no estado de Minas Gerais: análise de componentes principais
Authors: Silva José de Paula , Ramos Salvador Boccaletti , Andrade Monica De
Published: August 2018

Introdução: A esquistossomose mansônica é uma doença negligenciada no Brasil, logo, relacionada à pobreza e ausência de condições sanitárias. Ocorre na região litorânea do nordeste e se interioriza a partir do estado da Bahia, chegando a Minas Gerais. Objetivo: Agrupar, por meio da análise de componentes principais, as principais variáveis relacionadas à esquistossomose em fatores que possam explicar a variância dos dados. Métodos: Foram avaliadas as notificações de esquistossomose entre os anos de 2007 a 2014, considerando a média por 100 mil habitantes. As variáveis: educação, saúde, economia, infraestrutura e saneamento, população, altimetria e Índice de Desenvolvimento Humano (IDH), foram obtidas no Atlas Brasil; os dados das notificações de esquistossomose foram obtidos no Sistema de Informação de Agravos e Notificação (SINAN). A análise estatística foi realizada a partir da análise de componentes principais, visando identificar os principais fatores que contribuem de forma mais significativa, com a variância dos dados. Resultados: Considerando os critérios propostos, três fatores explicaram mais de 76% da variância, sendo o primeiro relacionado às variáveis: taxa de analfabetismo em 18 anos ou mais, sem ensino fundamental, mortalidade infantil, extremamente pobre, vulnerável a pobreza, esgotamento sanitário inadequado e população rural. O segundo foi relacionado à variável esgotamento sanitário e o terceiro fator à variável altitude. Conclusão: As variáveis associadas aos fatores, principalmente aquelas pautadas nos determinantes sociais de saúde, demonstram uma forte relação com a ocorrência da esquistossomose. A contribuição do estudo nos remete a possibilidade de agrupar variáveis em fatores que comportam de forma sinérgica e favorecem a incidência da parasitose.
Daytime driving decreases amphibian roadkill
Authors: Zhang Wenyan , Shu Guocheng , Li Yulong , Xiong Shan , Liang Chunping , Li Cheng
Published: August 2018

Roadkill has gradually become a common factor that has contributed to the decline of amphibians, and traffic volume is an important parameter that can be used to determine the impacts of roads. However, few researchers have studied the effects of either daily or nightly traffic volume on amphibian roadkill in China. Hence, as an essential step for implementing mitigation measures, we conducted 77 road surveys along 10 km of road in the Wanglang National Nature Reserve (NNR) to determine the temporal and spatial distribution patterns of amphibian road mortality. In total, 298 dead individuals (Bufo andrewsiandRana chensinensis) were observed on the road from April to October in 2017 and during June and August in 2015 and 2016.B. andrewsihad the highest number of records (85.2%) and was more vulnerable to road mortality thanR. chensinensis. Amphibian fatalities mainly occurred during the breeding season in April, but there was an additional concentration ofB. andrewsiroadkill in June and July. There was a significantly positive correlation between amphibian road mortality and mean night-time traffic volume. Roadkill hotspots were non-randomly distributed throughout the study area and were mainly concentrated in the road sections near the breeding pools. Therefore, to effectively mitigate the effects of road mortality in the Wanglang NNR, measures should be implemented both during hot moments and at hotspots. First, based on roadkill hot moments, during the breeding season (in April) and in June and July, the Wanglang NNR should establish temporary traffic restraints at night. Second, based on roadkill hotspots, culverts should be established in areas near breeding pools adjacent to roads, and barrier walls should be installed to guide amphibians into the culverts.
Factors Affecting Faculty Research Productivity: Conclusions from a Critical Review of the Literature
Authors: Mantikayan Jonathan , Abdulgani Montadzah
Published: August 2018

Publication is the most visible sign of an active researcher. It is central to a research career and academic advancement. Also, the institution gains prestige and the researcher gains a notable reputation and career rewards. The study summarized the findings from a systematic investigation into existing literature and views regarding the factors that affect faculty research productivity, to discuss themes and components of such work, and to propose a conceptual framework. A systematic analysis of existing literature was used to address the problems. It is found that faculty research productivity is influenced by individual factors (self-efficacy, affiliation, motivation, commitment, orientation, basic and advance research skills, sense of achievements, contributing to society, sense of responsibility, scholarly pursuit, autonomy and flexibility, satisfying interest and curiosity), institutional factors (have fewer course preparations, staff support, advising and mentoring, resources, rewards, sufficient work time, culture, research emphasis, tenure and promotion, financial rewards, satisfying performance standards, peer and social recognition),  leadership factors (highly regarded able scholar, research oriented, work for departments with a similar priority placed on research). Ascriptive factors refer to gender, an age of a faculty member at a given point in time, intelligence, a personality of the individual. The paper has implications for higher education institution administrators regarding managing faculty members' research performance.
Grounded Theory: A Practical Overview of the Glaserian School
Authors: Biaggi Carlos , Wa-Mbaleka Safary
Published: August 2018

In many parts of the world, qualitative research is still new. This can be evidenced in the limited number of qualitative research theses, dissertations, and journal article publications in Asian higher education institutions and journals. In fact, many institutions hardly offer qualitative research courses in their graduate programs. However, qualitative research is steadily growing. More and more people in many different fields are embracing it. Looking at the historical foundation of qualitative research, it is important to recognize the first publication of a qualitative research design by Glaser and Strauss (1967) half a century ago. This book is generally accepted as the pioneering work in the field of qualitative research. This manuscript presents an overview of what the classical grounded theory by these two pillars of qualitative research is all about and examples of how to implement it effectively in carrying out a research study. This manuscript is intended to provide a practical understanding of grounded theory for novice qualitative researchers and a refresher for experienced ones.
Beliefs, Health-Seeking Practices, and Effects of Childlessness: The Experiences of Married Women
Authors: Relon Luzviminda P.
Published: August 2018

In a society which recognizes the significance of children, giving birth to a child completes womanhood and the family. Thus, being a mother is synonymous with being a woman. The failure, then to become a mother, constitutes not fully achieving the status of a woman. Relatively, the desire for motherhood is inevitable and almost universal. This qualitative study analyzed the beliefs, and experiences of married women focused on their childlessness, health-seeking practices, and effects. Data were gathered through in-depth interview. Results showed that childlessness typified an unanticipated condition among the childless women. Regardless of the current age, age at marriage, marital duration, educational attainment and income, the respondents disclosed that childlessness is a condition which can be treated, provided the woman is still young. Childless women with higher income would likely seek medical help. Length of marriage disclosed to have affected the childless women's recognition of their incapability to sire. Open communication coupled with trust, love, and understanding between couples would keep the marriage intact. Findings revealed that their self-esteem, marital relationship, relationship with relatives and friends were affected by the absence of children. Almost all of the respondents expressed that the communities they are into neither, in any way, bothered with their condition nor rejected them due to their childlessness.
Enhancing the Demands of ZAMPEN-SUCs AFNR Graduates Through Curriculum Intervention Using Modular Approach with High S and T Content
Authors: Sarmiento Chona Q. , Saavedra Paterna J.
Published: August 2018

The contribution of the DOST-PCARRD AFNR Project 2.3 from SY 2009-2011 has demonstrated transformed changes in the AFNR curriculum. These changes are well recognized as it has attracted more enrollees in the region's dwindling AFNR courses. The study presented the implementation of the AFNR Project 2.3 in Zamboanga Peninsula as an intervention to the observed down trend enrolment in the AFNR courses since SY 2001 onwards. The AFNR Project 2.3 was implemented for the duration of two years from SY Feb 2009-Feb 2011. The project at the regional level enabled students' preparation for employability, equipped them with entrepreneurial skills, with the integration of strong S & T contents in the courses through the modular approach. The Western Mindanao State University (WMSU) played the lead institution in the region with three collaborating SUCs, namely, JH Cerilles State College (JHCSC), Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology (ZSCMST), and the two campuses of Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU). Towards the end of its implementation for the second year, the project achieved the following gains based on its objectives: (a) Enriched 10 BS curricular programs (b) reviewed 81 AFNR subjects (c)enriched at least 70 courses in the 10 BS AFNR Programs and (d) introduced 30 short term courses respectively.
A
cetatifactor
Authors: Clavel Thomas , Lagkouvardos Ilias
Published: August 2018

A.ce.ta.ti.fac'tor. N.L. n.
acetas ‐atis
acetate; L. masc. n.
factor
a maker; N.L. masc. n.
Acetatifactor
acetate‐maker.

Firmicutes / Clostridia / Clostridiales / Lachnospiraceae / Acetatifactor

Strictly anaerobic Gram‐positive rods. Phylogenetically most closely related to members of the family
Lachnospiraceae
within the Firmicutes (<90% 16S rRNA gene sequence identity). Cells grow under strictly anoxic conditions and produce acetate and butyrate. They do not metabolize glucose and are positive for phenylalanine arylamidase, in contrast to members of most closely related genera. Major cellular fatty acids are C
14:0
and C
14:0
DMA (dimethyl acetal derivatives). In addition to the type species
Acetatifactor muris
, 16S rRNA gene‐based diversity estimation indicates the existence of three other yet‐to‐be‐cultured species clusters. The preferential habitat of all species is the large intestine of rodents.

DNA G + C content (mol%)
: 48.5 (
T
m
); 47.7 (draft genome).

Type species
:
Acetatifactor muris
Pfeiffer, Desmarchelier, Blaut, Daniel, Haller and Clavel 2013, 1
VP
(Effective publication: Pfeiffer, Desmarchelier, Blaut, Daniel, Haller and Clavel 2012, 906).