bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Empirical Study of the Features of Coordination Functions in Hearing-Impaired Children of Primary School Age
Authors: Molchanova L.N. , Buzovkina A.V.
Published: May 2024

The article examines the features of coordination functions (static, dynamic, spatial, object and symbolic coordination) in hearing-impaired children of primary school age from the perspective of N.A. Bernstein`s psychophysiological movement theory. According to this theory, there are five levels of the movement construction system: the level of static coordination (A), the level of dynamic coordination (B), the level of spatial coordination (C), the level of object coordination (D) and the level of symbolic coordination (E). 60 respondents took part in the study. 30 hearing-impaired primary schoolchildren (7–11 years old) with sensorineural hearing loss (13 girls and 17 boys) were included in the experimental group, and 30 primary schoolchildren (7–11 years old) without hearing impairment formed the control group (16 girls and 14 boys). The parameters of coordination functions were assessed using neuropsychological tests. A comparative analysis of the development of coordination functions in children from the experimental and control groups revealed a decrease in their dynamic characteristics such as pace and accuracy, which confirms the insufficiency of all these levels of movement organization in children of primary school age with sensorineural hearing loss, compared to children without hearing impairments.
Proactive Orientation of Students' Personality: Psychometric Characteristics and Comparative Analysis
Authors: Sunko T.Y. , Grishel P.V. , Lykova N.S.
Published: May 2024

The article examines the relationship between the proactive attitude of first- and fourth-year students from a normal sample population (A<1; E<1) with personal resources. The materials of the empirical study were obtained in 2022 on a total sample of respondents (N=128) aged 17 to 23 years (M=19.01; SD=1.62), of which 93.8% (120 people) are female. The online survey was conducted on the basis of the methods “Academic Motivation Scale”, “Proactive attitudes”, short scales “Life Satisfaction Scale” and “Subjective Happiness Scale”. The results demonstrate a moderately positive relationship between the indicator of proactive attitudes and indicators of subjective well-being, academic intrinsic motivation. The greatest contribution to proactive attitudes is made by internal motivation (motivation for achievement and self-development), subjective well-being. Intergroup comparisons did not reveal significant statistical differences in indicators of proactive attitudes, subjective well-being, however, they were established by the indicator of internal motivation of self-development (p=0.001) in first-year students. Internal motives, subjective well-being explain a proactive attitude to the future.
The Effectiveness of Medical Podcasts in Raising Women’s Health Awareness
Authors: Khairat P.
Published: May 2024

The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of medical podcast as a novel learning tool for developing Egyptian women’s health awareness. 50 female university students were invited to participate in the study using social media advertisements. Online pretests and posttests, one based on a podcast episode regarding vaginal infections, were used to assess changes in knowledge level pre– and post–podcast listening. A second posttest was sent out 2 weeks after the first to assess knowledge retention. Results were analyzed using paired t-tests comparing mean scores before and after podcast. The results showed that the average test score increased by 62% (p<0.05). Furthermore, in both groups, there was no significant difference between average scores for posttest 1 versus posttest 2 written 2 weeks later suggested excellent knowledge retention. Podcast increased knowledge on gynecological diseases and is an effective learning tool for health care trainees in women's health. This study emphasizes the role of podcasts as a valuable educational resource within the society. The success of such initiatives will hopefully bolster the effort to correct the lack of provider knowledge in many diseases.
Potensi skrining fitokimia dan aktivitas antioksidan ekstrak daun Avicennia marina dan Avicennia alba dari Selat Madura
Authors: Widiawati Widiawati , Asih Eka Nurrahema Ning
Published: May 2024

Selat Madura termasuk pusat perkembangan sektor perikanan dan kelautan di Jawa Timur karena memiliki biodiversitas vegetasi A. marina dan A. alba yang melimpah. Tingginya potensi sumberdaya hayati laut di sekitar selat Madura dapat memicu keanekaragaman senyawa fitokimia dan aktivitas antioksidan ekstrak daun A. marina dan A. alba. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menentukan kandungan fitokimia dan aktivitas antioksidan pada ekstrak daun A. marina dan A. alba dari Selat Madura. Metode yang digunakan meliputi ekstraksi sampel menggunakan maserasi dengan metanol, uji fitokimia secara kualitatif dengan melihat perubahan visualisasinya, dan uji aktivitas antioksidan dengan metode DPPH yang menggunakan spektrofotometri UV-Vis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan senyawa fitokimia yang terdeteksi pada ekstrak mangrove A. marina meliputi alkaloid, flavonoid, tanin, saponin, dan triterpenoid, sedangkan A. alba meliputi alkaloid, tanin, saponin, dan triterpenoid. Aktivitas antioksidan terdeteksi pada ekstrak A. marina dengan hasil konsentrasi 119,08±32,7 ppm tergolong dalam aktivitas antioksidan sedang, sedangkan ekstrak A. alba tergolong dalam aktivitas antioksidan sangat lemah dengan konsentrasi 287,72 ±39,2 ppm, serta IC50 asam askorbat sebesar 2,208 ppm termasuk antioksidan sangat kuat. Potensi sumberdaya hayati laut A. marina dan A. alba yang melimpah di Selat Madura terutama di Kabupaten Bangkalan dapat dimanfaatkan dalam berbagai bidang dan menghasilkan nilai ekonomi tinggi
Life and Disability Insurance for People with or at Risk of HIV: Aligning Policy with Evidence
Authors: Grobman Benjamin , Silverberg Michael J. , Marcus Julia L.
Published: May 2024

Antiretroviral medications have substantially improved life expectancy for people with HIV. These medications are also highly effective in preventing HIV acquisition in people who do not have HIV, a strategy known as HIV preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Despite these advances, some life and disability insurers continue to deny or limit coverage for people with HIV, and some have even refused to cover people who are using PrEP to protect themselves. These policies unfairly deny people with HIV, PrEP users, and their families the peace of mind and financial protection that can come with life and disability insurance coverage. This article summarizes the current evidence on HIV treatment and prevention, arguing that underwriting decisions by life and disability insurers should not be made based on HIV status or use of PrEP.
The Representations of Generalist TV: The Role of Talk Shows in Polarisation. Dynamics of the Mediatisation of Political Communication During the COVID-19 Emergency in Gender Issues. The Italian Case
Authors: Antonelli Carlotta
Published: May 2024

The present proposal aims to analyse the dynamics of mediatisation of the political discourse that was inflamed around the COVID-19 emergency within the main talk shows transmitted by Italian generalist TV networks in the period from 24 February 2020 to 24 March 2020 which corresponds to the COVID-19 pandemic’s first wave, offering a first quantitative and, subsequently, a qualitative overview of the Italian case concerning the narration of the pandemic in the phases just before and after the first total lockdown, following a mixed methods approach. The final aim of the proposal is to bring out the dynamics of mediatisation of the political discourse around the pandemic alongside the role played by the media in proposing/imposing possible aspects of polarisation of the discourse, e.g. the role of experts and the role of politics, or gender issues, starting from the assumption that, in addition to their function of reporting facts, the media perform another one, that of “polltakers”, i.e. they provide indirect representations of the public’s response to the issues they themselves tend to provide.
An Intimate Relationship – Exploring Users’ Feelings and Frustrations Towards Digital Technology Using the Love and Breakup Letter Method
Authors: Timár Borbála
Published: May 2024

Mapping emotions related to online technology in terms of digital well-being and technology stressors show the ambivalence that connects users to online platforms and technology. However, there is little empirical research about users’ motivations and frustrations. Using the Love and breakup letter method provides the opportunity to explore personal feelings and experiences in order to gain access to the ambivalent feelings. Thirty-nine letters were written in three focus groups. Focused on the feelings towards technology, participants’ motivations and frustrations, despite the overall positive attitude, the presence of many social media stressors and the near complete lack of coping strategies are revealed.
The Use of New Media Technologies by Youth and Seniors. Research report
Authors: Matyjasik Adrianna Róża
Published: May 2024

The Internet and new media have become an integral part of everyday life for many people, regardless of age or social status. Young people and senior citizens are two important social groups affected by the development of media technologies, although often in very different ways. People belonging to different social categories may use new technologies in significantly different ways and have different problems related to their everyday use. Therefore, the aim of the analysis in the following sections is to identify the characteristics and ways in which young people and seniors use new media technologies. The analyses of the empirical material obtained in the face-to-face interviews aimed to answer the following research questions: (RQ1) What are the ways, characteristics and problems associated with the use of new media technologies by contemporary users? (RQ2) What are the peculiarities of the use of new media technologies by young people? (RQ3) What are the peculiarities of the use of new media technologies by older people? The results of the research indicate that the ways, characteristics and problems of using media technologies are rarely shared between older and younger people, as significant discrepancies are usually revealed. In particular, the observation of the specifics of the use of new media technologies by young people indicates that for them it is a tool that is indispensable for their daily personal, social and educational needs (permanent connection). Seniors, on the other hand, recognise the benefits of technology, but at the same time value life beyond the screen.
NON-ANALYTICAL DESIGN OF THE PI CONTROLLER OPTIMAL PARAMETERS FOR A CONTINUOUS LINE
Authors:   Dept. of Electrical Engineering and Mechatronics, FEI, Technical University of Kosice, PERDUKOVA DANIELA , FEDOR PAVOL ,   Dept. of Electrical Engineering and Mechatronics, FEI, Technical University of Kosice
Published: May 2024

The multiple motor drives are complex and coupled MIMO nonlinear systems. Due to the complexity of their mathematical models the development of effective control systems is quite complicated task. This paper presents the design of optimal control based on the quadratic optimality criterion for the central section of the continuous production line using soft computer methods when fuzzy model of the controlled system has been used. In this case, the proposed method demonstrates non-analytical design of the optimal parameters of PI controller with emphasis on minimal knowledge on the controlled system. The realized experimental measurements on a continuous line laboratory model confirmed the effectiveness and the good dynamic properties of the optimal continuous line controller and also its applicability to others MIMO nonlinear dynamic systems.
DETECTION OF PROCESS ERRORS OF ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
Authors:   Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies with a seat in Presov Technical University of Kosice, GABSTUR PETER , POLLAK MARTIN ,   Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies with a seat in Presov Technical University of Kosice, KOCISKO MAREK ,   Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies with a seat in Presov Technical University of Kosice
Published: May 2024

Additive manufacturing has the potential to revolutionize the production of complex and adapted parts, but is prone to manufacturing errors, ranging from minor inaccuracies and mechanical failures to complete failures associated with the production of rejects. It is therefore necessary to detect these deficiencies in a timely manner, to analyses and apply appropriate settings to minimize the possible occurrence of manufacturing errors. This article describes the proposed deep-learning monitoring system, which allows for a system of monitoring the quality of the printout during the process of additive manufacturing. The system identifies whether an error occurs during the printing process and may notify the operator if something went wrong. The combination of additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence, Raspberry Pi and online controls may create a comprehensive system for monitoring, managing and predicting process errors.
INTELLIGENT INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES TO SUPPORT DECISION-MAKING WHEN APPLYING THE CAD/CAM/CAE SYSTEM OF DESIGN AND USING ADDITIVE TECHNOLOGIES
Authors:   Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies with a seat in Presov, Technical University of Kosice, PANDA ANTON , DYADYURA KOSTIANTYN ,   Department of Biomedical Engineering, Odesa Polytechnic National University, SMORODIN ANDREY ,   Department of Applied Mathematics, Odessa National Polytechnic University, DMITRISHIN DMITRIY ,   Department of Applied Mathematics, Odessa National Polytechnic University, ANTOSHCHUK SVETLANA ,   Odessa National Polytechnic University
Published: May 2024

The direction of research is the development of principles and methods for making scientifically based decisions in the design and additive manufacturing of bone substitutes based on apatite-biopolymer composites with functional properties depending on the nature of the localization of the cavity bone defect and its size. The relevance is due to the fact that the development of an intelligent decision-making support system based on neural network modeling, the development of methods for their training, tabagato-criterion optimization of design processes, will allow the creation of three-dimensional solid models of defects taking into account their spatial structure and bone substitutes for the synthesis of biomaterials with controlled composition, porosity and mechanical strength, which are optimal for a specific area of bone replacement, which will increase the effectiveness of treatment and prosthetics in orthopedics and traumatology. A set of methods for analyzing images of bone tissue, taking into account its spatial structure, which are obtained by sensors of different physical nature, with the use of neural network models, development of methods of their design, optimization, and training is proposed. A modification of the method of learning neural networks based on gradient descent, based on the application of the theory of nonlinear dynamics, is proposed. Corresponding theoretical provisions have been developed.
WORK INJURY RATE IN THE SLOVAK RAILWAYS COMPANY IN CONNECTION WITH WORK SAFETY
Authors:   Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Faculty of Engineering, Institute of Design and Engineering Technologies, ZALEZAK ZOLTAN , BERNAT RASTISLAV ,   Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Faculty of Engineering, Institute of Design and Engineering Technologies, KECSKES NORBERT ,   Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Faculty of Economics and Management, Department of Statistics, Operational Research and Mathematics, PRAJOVA VANESSA ,   Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, Institute of Industrial Engineering and Management, LESTYANSZKA SKURKOVA KATARINA ,   Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, Institute of Industrial Engineering and Management, MARKOVA PETRA ,   Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Faculty of Materials Science and Technology in Trnava, Institute of Industrial Engineering and Management
Published: May 2024

Like all branches of our economy, also railway transport is based on long-term strategic plans whose aim is to create a transportation policy in order to achieve the most appropriate and equal conditions for all carriers. Coping with safety and hazard prevention must be based mainly on the capabilities of each business entity. The paper points out the issue of employees’ work safety in the Slovak Railways company in connection with the European legislation in the field of safety and health protection at work and its implementation into the laws of the Slovak Republic. It also discusses the issues of employees’ safety at workplaces and summarizes the duties of employees and employers in the field of health and safety protection in railway transport and deals with the implementation of European legislation into the laws of the Slovak Republic. The paper also analyses the safety of employees in railway transport in the form of a survey, whose aim is to determine the state of employees’ safety at workplaces and aims to confirm or refute hypotheses regarding the impact of the quality and effectiveness of internal safety regulations of the Slovak Railways on the safety of employees and also whether the employer implements sufficient measures in order to minimize possible accidents at workplaces.
THE EFFECT OF THE RE-GRANULATE ADDITION ON THE TENSILE STRENGTH MODIFICATION OF THE SAMPLES TAKEN FROM THE INJECTION VOLUME
Authors:   Institute of Technology and Business in Ceske Budejovice, Faculty of Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, MAJERNIK JAN , DOBRANSKY JOZEF ,   Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies of the Technical University of Kosice with the seat in Presov, Department of Automobile and Manufacturing Technologies, SAL JIRI ,   The Institute of Technology and Business in Ceske Budejovice, Faculty of Technology, Department of Civil Engineering, PODARIL MARTIN ,   Institute of Technology and Business in Ceske Budejovice, Faculty of Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, MAJERNIKOVA MICHAELA ,   Institute of Technology and Business in Ceske Budejovice, Faculty of Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Published: May 2024

Polymeric materials are increasingly used in the construction of machines and devices. As their use increases, so does the proportion of the waste produce in the industry. One of the ways to reduce the waste is the addition of recycled material into the re-production. Although the addition of the return material reduces the proportion of produced waste, it can lead to the modification of mechanical properties of the produced products. The subject of the present article is precisely investigating the mechanical properties modification of the final injection moulding during the plastic injection technology. The tensile strength Rm of the samples taken from the injection volume produced from the material composed of pure and return material in the ration 100/0, 30/70, 50/50, 70/30 and 0/100 is investigated. Considering the possibility of Rm modification in the injection volume, individual samples are taken from four zones depending on the position from the ingate. It is demonstrated that Rm decreases with the increasing ratio of the return material as well as with the increasing distance from the ingate.
IMPLEMENTATION OF IO-LINK TECHNOLOGY INTO THE HANDLING AND SORTING SUB-STATION OF THE FESTO FMS 500 AUTOMATED LINE
Authors:   Technical University of Kosice, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Mechatronics, VAGAS MAREK , RAKAY ROBERT ,   Technical University of Kosice, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Mechatronics, VARGA JOZEF ,   Technical University of Kosice, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Prototyping and Innovation Centre, ROMANCIK JAROSLAV ,   Technical University of Kosice, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Mechatronics, MAJERCAK ONDREJ ,   Technical University of Kosice, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Mechatronics
Published: May 2024

The article deals with implementing IO-LINK components in the sorting station of the FESTO FMS 500 automated line and their experimental verification based on the principles of IO-LINK technology. The implementation of such technology also includes the upgrade of the PLC control to PLC S7-1500 (SIEMENS), the addition of an IO-LINK device (BALLUFF BNI005H), and a signaling light device from the same company (SMARTLIGHT BNI007F), which ensures the indication of workplace state. Communication between the PLC device and the IO-LINK devices is carried out via the PROFINET communication network. Installing the signaling light device at the sorting station of the automated line provides light signaling messages for the operator (concerning the standard STN EN 61310-1). For example, the indication of the filling of the reserve warehouse using a light signaling message means the operator needs to empty the individual warehouses to repeat the sorting operation. In addition, part of the article is the implementation and evaluation of experimental measurements, the aim of which is to determine both the individual sorting times of various components, as well as determining their maximum number during the sorting process in connection with increasing the level of automation of the sorting station as such.
CHATTER MITIGATION IN REAMING: EXPLORING EFFECTIVE TOOL HOLDER DESIGN
Authors:   Department of Manufacturing Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Brno University of Technology, LANC KRYSTOF , FIALA ZDENEK ,   Department of Manufacturing Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Brno University of Technology
Published: May 2024

Reaming is a crucial technology in finishing operations, demanding high stability in the machining process for optimal results. The clamping system significantly influences the dynamic properties of the system tool – clamping - machine and is key in mitigating chatter. The introduction of new designs in clamping exchangeable reaming heads presents several challenges, particularly in terms of vibration suppression. This study explores various constructions of clamping bars, examining their dynamic properties in both static conditions and during machining. Through these evaluations, the research aims to understand how different designs impact the stability and effectiveness of reaming operations. The measured data from these experiments reveal how the construction of the holder influences machining process stability, providing insights into optimizing clamping system designs for improved reaming performance. the outcomes of this study contribute to the development of more effective and efficient clamping systems for finishing operations.
EXPLORATION OF THE INVERSE AND FORWARD KINEMATICS OF A TWO-LINK ROBOT ARM USING MATLAB
Authors:   Technical University of Kosice, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, HRONCOVA DARINA , SARGA PATRIK ,   Technical University of Kosice, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, PRADA ERIK ,   Technical University of Kosice, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Published: May 2024

This contribution focuses on solving the inverse and forward kinematics in the kinematic analysis of a two-link manipulator model. It involves determining the trajectory of the end effector through fifth-degree polynomial interpolation. Furthermore, given initial and final arm angle values, it computes not only the end effector trajectory but also the angular parameters of individual actuators in both arms. Additionally, it calculates the variations of angular parameters such as rotation angle, angular velocity, and angular acceleration in each kinematic pair. The direct kinematics task is utilized to define the manipulator's workspace. The task is carried out using Matlab software, and the results are presented in the form of graphs and tables.
Umbilical hernia in pediatric patients attending outpatient department in tertiary care centre
Authors: Sharma Harsh Vardhan , Rasool Ifra , Gupta Ravinder K. , Afeeh Ariba , Khajuria Anmol
Published: May 2024

Background: Umbilical hernias are estimated to affect 15% of children. Age, race, gestational age, and coexisting disorders are some of the variables that affect it. In comparison to the general population, there are greater incidences of connective tissue illnesses in children, premature delivery, low birth weight, syndromic newborns, black children, and children with pathologies that raise intraabdominal pressure. To determine the prevalence and to assess the risk factors of umbilical hernia in pediatric patients attending outpatient department (OPD) in tertiary care centre.
Methods: The present observational study was conducted in paediatric OPD, of a tertiary care centre over a period of one year. A total of 100 study subjects were enrolled with suspected umbilical hernia. The data was collected with the help of a structured clinical proforma and analysed with SPSS version 20.0.
Results: In our study the most prevalent age group involved being 0-1 years (6%) followed by 8-10 years (3%) and 2-4 years (2%). Umbilical hernia was seen more in males (64%) than females. Low birth weight (81%), premature delivery (54.54%), and undernutrition (90.9%) were the risk factors that were observed to be associated with the development of umbilical hernia.
Conclusions: The study concluded that the overall prevalence of umbilical hernia was 11% and the associated risk factors were premature delivery, low birth weight and poor nutrition.
Nutritional care practices for children from 6 to 24 months old by Cham ethnic mothers
Authors: Tran Quang Hien
Published: May 2024

Background: This study aims to explore the nutritional care practices for children from 6 to 24 months old by Cham ethnic mothers in Tan Chau town, An Giang province in 2018.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on Cham ethnic children aged from 6 to 24 months and their mothers living in Tan Chau town, An Giang province.
Results: The rate of mothers practicing proper and sufficient prenatal care during pregnancy is 74.4%; the rate of mothers engaging in lighter work than before pregnancy is 64.2%; the rate of mothers eating more than before pregnancy is 72.2%; the rate of mothers taking iron supplements during pregnancy is high at 85%. Practices regarding the timing of weaning children are not good, with 36.8% of mothers weaning children at the wrong time. Practices for feeding children supplementary foods are relatively good: 90.7% of mothers feed their children at the right time, however, the rate of mothers providing children with a complete range of food groups is only 23.0%. Maternal care practices for sick children have many shortcomings, with 81.7% of mothers feeding children incorrectly when they have diarrhea, and only 38.4% of children receiving oral rehydration solution (ORS) when they have diarrhea. Personal hygiene practices of the mother and child care are not good, with 24.3% of mothers not properly performing hand hygiene for themselves and their children.
Conclusions: We need to strengthen propaganda and consulting work for each group of subjects, especially the Cham ethnic people, on nutritional care practices for children from 6-24 months old.
Clinical and haematological parameters in malaria caused by different plasmodium species in children
Authors: Castelino Dipthi Nishal , Avabratha K. Shreedhara
Published: May 2024

Background: Malaria is a disease of global importance and affects more than ninety countries in both the tropical and subtropical regions. Clinical and haematological parameters vary with type of malaria, although data relating to different species of malaria in children is limited. This study aims to understand the clinical and haematological profile of malaria and to correlate these with different malarial species among children.
Methods: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study involving 130 proven malaria cases done over 18 months from October 2014 to April 2016. A detailed history and clinical examination along with haematological parameters were analysed and correlated with different types of malaria.
Results: Among 130 children, 97 children were vivax positive, 4 were falciparum and 27 were mixed malaria. Fever was present in all, whilst other symptoms were chills and rigors (86.15%), vomiting (39.52%), headache (19%), pain abdomen (6.84%), myalgia (4.56%) and convulsions (1.52%). Clinical signs were pallor (29.64%), icterus (0.76%), splenomegaly (65.36%), hepatomegaly (23.56%) and hepatosplenomegaly (21.28%).75% of children with falciparum malaria had splenomegaly and pallor whereas hepatomegaly was observed in 34% of mixed malaria cases. Haematological parameters observed were anaemia (47.6%), severe anaemia (2%), leucocytosis (11.5%), leukopenia (39.2%), thrombocytopenia (87%) and severe thrombocytopenia (30%). Severe thrombocytopenia was seen with vivax malaria (70%). No mortality was noted in the studied population.
Conclusions:  Fever and splenomegaly are important clinical features, whereas anaemia and thrombocytopenia are the most noted haematological parameters in malaria. The parameters vary with different species of malaria knowledge of clinical and haematological parameters aid us in early diagnosis and prompt initiation of treatment and prevention of associated complications.
The utility value of ROX index and modified ROX index in determining the efficiency of HFNC in children admitted with respiratory distress
Authors: Kolla Sravni , Meda Raviteja , Balleda Lokeswari , Thimmapuram Chandrasekhara Reddy
Published: May 2024

Background: The ROX index is defined as the ratio of SpO2/FiO2 to respiratory rate. The modified ROX index or ROX-HR index is defined as the ratio of ROX index/heart rate×100. The aim of the study was to determine the utility of the ROX index and the modified ROX index as predictors of initiation and efficiency of HFNC in children admitted with respiratory distress.
Methods: This prospective observational study included 133 children with respiratory distress, who received HFNC. The ROX index, and modified ROX index were measured, and outcomes were recorded.
Results: Total number of study subjects were 133. Statistically significant increase was seen in ROX index and modified ROX index at follow up (p value<0.05). Interpretation of the area under the ROC curve showed that the performance of ROX index and modified ROX index at ‘0’ hour was outstanding. ROX Index and modified ROX Index at a Cut-off of ≤4.7959 and ≤2.5579 respectively at initiation i. e.; at ‘0’ hour predicted HFNC requirement. In prediction of HFNC requirement ROX index at ‘0’ hour had a sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value of 88.24%, 87.84%, 93%, and 80.2% respectively, and modified ROX index had 78.68%, 93.24%, 95.5%, and 70.4% respectively. Low ROX and modified ROX indices at ‘0’ hour predicted prolonged ICU and hospital stays, as well as extended HFNC duration.
Conclusions: Both ROX index, and modified ROX index were good predictors of HFNC requirement.
Multiple gene mutations in cytomegalovirus positive infantile nephrotic syndrome: a case report
Authors: Abhinay Abhishek , Swetketu  , Kumar Devesh , Prasad Rajniti , Singh Ankur , Kumar Nitish
Published: May 2024

The term “infantile” is used for those cases of nephrotic syndrome (NS) that manifest from 3 months to 1 year of age. These are rare diseases attributable to both genetic and certain congenital infections. The prognosis depends on the type of mutation and whether remission occurs with specific therapy in the latter. However, multiple other gene mutations may be found associated with these that hold individual significance. Here, we report a case of an 11-month-old child with infantile NS having novel gene mutations NPHS 2 gene and the gut-associated lymphoid tissues (GALT) on Exon 4 and Exon 5 gene respectively. The presence of hepatomegaly and poor nutritional status instigated us to investigate congenital infections. Positive IgM and IgG values of cytomegalovirus (CMV) in the TORCH profile and a positive urinary polymerase chain reaction confirmed CMV infection, though we were unable to establish whether it was congenital or acquired postnatally. The child was managed with injectable gancyclovir along with supportive therapy which showed partial remission after a period of 10 days and discharge on angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor and diuretic. The coexistence of the multiple gene mutations might have caused the severity of the phenotype. Also, identification and treatment at earlier notice might have an impact on the outcome of the disease. The authors emphasize the importance of performing a genetic test in cases of infantile NS and also working up for acquired causes on an individualized basis.
Trouble doubled: a rare case of Schaaf Yang syndrome with severe acute malnutrition
Authors: Sasidharan Prajitha , Yadav Shalini , Rani Usha , Ahirrrao Varsha S.
Published: May 2024

Schaaf-Yang syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by mutations in the paternal allele of the Melanoma antigen L2 (MAGEL2) gene. Developmental delay, feeding difficulties with joint contractures and a high prevalence of development disorders including autism are characteristic of this syndrome. We describe a unique case of an infant with Schaaf-Yang syndrome who presented with failure to thrive. The case emphasizes the need for genome sequencing for early diagnosis and management of this rare genetic disease. It also highlights the need to think beyond nutrition when it comes to severe acute malnutrition.
MEMÓRIAS E REPRESENTAÇÕES SOCIAIS: A CAMPANHA DE NACIONALIZAÇÃO E OS DESCENDENTES POMERANOS EM VILA PAVÃO
Authors: Souza Marcos Teixeira de
Published: May 2024

A Campanha de Nacionalização, no governo de Vargas, suscitou medo e angústias entre os descendentes pomeranos capixabas, os quais, vivendo isolados em terras distantes, mal ou sequer sabiam da existência desta campanha oficial e das notícias da Segunda Guerra Mundial. Confundidos como alemães, dado o fenótipo e a língua serem semelhantes a estes, eram alvos frequentes da ira de oportunistas brasileiros, chamados de bate-paus. Só recentemente, em livro e em vídeo, descendentes pomeranos passam a contar este passado de dores.
AS REPRESENTAÇÕES SOCIAIS DA FORMAÇÃO MORAL DE JOVENS
Authors: Spadoni Lila Maria , Bernardes Sarah
Published: May 2024

O presente estudo tem como objetivo analisar e comparar as estruturas das representações sociais da formação moral de jovens em dois grupos: professores e alunos do ensino médio. Para isso, utiliza-se de entrevista aberta e produções narrativas dos participantes escolhidos aleatoriamente numa escola de ensino médio de Goiânia. O texto, proveniente das entrevistas e produção de texto, foram analisados através do software Iramutec. Os resultados elucidam conflitos de ideias entre esses dois grupos que possuem representações sociais diferentes a respeito da formação moral dos jovens. Essas diferenças nas estruturas das representações sociais são discutidas com base na teoria de Serge Moscovici e também na obra de Tugendhat sobre a moral.
REPRESENTAÇÕES SOCIAIS: “MASSAS MENTAIS EM CIRCULAÇÃO”
Authors: Guareschi Pedrinho Arcides
Published: May 2024

O trabalho tem como objetivo central refletir sobre a ontologia das Representações Sociais (RS). Está estruturado em duas partes e uma conclusão provocativa. A primeira parte, investiga o contexto do surgimento dessa nova área de estudo dos fenômenos sociais, onde se mostra como ela se deveu principalmente a uma reação aos principais pressupostos da modernidade, implícitos no momento em que a Psicologia se constitui como ciência: o materialismo cientificista e o individualismo. A segunda parte tenta responder ao propósito do estudo mostrando que as RS não são um conceito, mas um fenômeno, sendo sua especificidade uma substância simbólica, com vida própria, que brota das práticas, principalmente comunicativas, que criam tal substância. A conclusão traz duas questões provocativas que podem ajudar a avançar as reflexões do campo social. A partir duma discussão sobre o que é mesmo o social, pergunta-se, primeiramente, até que ponto não poderia a Psicologia Social superar a dicotomia que se criou entre psicologia e sociologia? Segundo, a partir das discussões realizadas, as RS não poderiam ser vistas como um espaço unificador da Psicologia Social?
PESQUISA BIBLIOMÉTRICA SOBRE INOVAÇÕES NA CONSTRUÇÃO
Authors: Costella Marcelo Fabiano , Folle Daiane , Pereira Alvaro , Dal Toé Casagrande Michéle , Perizzolo Marcelo Luiz
Published: May 2024

O presente artigo está embasado em uma pesquisa elaborada para a quantificação e classificação de publicações sobre inovação na construção civil, percebendo tendências no crescimento das publicações e identificando autores em um período de 10 anos em 5 periódicos. Para a coleta e quantificação dos artigos foi utilizada a base de dados SienceDirect. Esses periódicos, com excelente índice de avaliação no CAPES e Metrics, foram selecionados a partir de um sistema métrico, onde para a classificação dos artigos, empregou-se 13 divisões em subáreas de gestão e em duas de inovações tecnológicas. Tendo em vista que os resultados foram satisfatórios, os objetivos foram alcançados, devido ao acúmulo de publicações nos últimos anos, obtendo-se consideráveis números de citações dos autores e seus respectivos artigos.
Factors influencing the selection of outstanding craftsmen in art and design education
Authors: Zhang Ying , Xiao Huayi
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this research is to explore the influencing factors in the selection of outstanding craftsmen among vocational college art and design students. This paper selected the case studies of art majors and collected data on the school performance of 222 students majoring in art and design. Convenience sampling was used to select the sample, which was grouped based on whether or not they had been selected as school-level outstanding craftsmen. The study compares the mean values of variables such as entrance exam scores, in-school comprehensive assessment scores, volunteer service hours, possession of vocational qualifications, gender, single-child status, party membership, and employment rates between the two groups of students. Interviews were also conducted, and SPSS software was used for the data analysis. The research found significant differences between the student group selected as school-level outstanding craftsmen and the student group not selected as school-level outstanding craftsmen regarding the in-school comprehensive assessment scores, volunteer service hours, gender, and party membership. These findings provide support for further optimizing the selection criteria and offer empirical references for the cultivation path and evaluation system of craftsmanship spirit among art students.
Attitude of teachers toward the adoption of learning management systems in secondary schools in delta state
Authors: James Urien , Courage Silas
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study is to investigate the attitudes of teachers toward the adoption of learning management systems (LMS) in secondary schools in Delta State. A descriptive survey research design was employed, and a total of three research questions were answered and one hypothesis was tested. The study initially recruited 384 teachers, evenly distributed between genders, but a final total of 361 participants completed the study. Data collection involved the use of a validated questionnaire, with a reliability index of 0.83. The data was analyzed using the mean, standard deviation and an independent samples t-test, with a significance level set at 0.05. The findings of the study revealed that teachers' attitudes toward LMS adoption in secondary schools in Delta State are generally positive, and there was no statistically significant difference in the attitudes toward LMS adoption between male and female teachers. Based on these results, it is recommended that educational institutions in Delta State continue to invest in the integration of learning management systems in their teaching and learning processes.
Evaluation of the organization and effectiveness of career counseling for Vietnamese high school students
Authors: Nguyen Ha Le , Dam Anh Thi Van , Ha Linh Thi Kim
Published: May 2024

Career counseling services are provided in high schools but the effectiveness of these services is still a topic of debate. The purpose of this paper is to examine the organization and effectiveness of career counseling for Vietnamese high school students. The challenges and obstacles in offering successful career counseling to Vietnamese high school students will be discussed in this paper in addition to the current state of the country's career counseling programmes at present and possible solutions. 360 students participated in a study that the authors conducted on career counselling in 15 high schools situated in the province of Binh Dinh, Vietnam. According to the findings, there is room for improvement in raising awareness of career counseling's significance and effectiveness in influencing choices about careers even though many students show some interest in it and consider its activities well-defined. Parents generally rate the importance of career counseling as high but there is a lack of interest in it. It is also crucial to consider the unique needs and challenges of each student especially those from underrepresented and marginalized backgrounds   and to use technology to provide personalized career counseling services.
The Effect Of Lifestyle, Conformity, and E-Money on Online Shopping Consumptive Behavior In Generation Z In The City Of Mataram
Authors: Annisa Fitrah  , Taufiq Chaidir
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of lifestyle, conformity, and e-money on online shopping consumptive behavior in generation z in Mataram City. The type of research used is quantitative research. The population of this study is generation Z with the birth year 1997-2012 in Mataram City. The sample used in this study consisted of 120 people who were identified using purposive sampling technique. Data collection in this study used a questionnaire. The data in this study were analyzed using SEM-PLS analysis with the help of SmartPLS 4.0 software. Based on data analysis, the following results are obtained: (1) lifestyle has a positive and significant effect on online shopping consumptive behavior. (2) conformity has a positive and significant effect on online shopping consumptive behavior. Meanwhile, (3) E-Money has a positive but insignificant effect on the consumptive behavior of online shopping.
Digitális kihívások a felsőoktatásban: Az NKE oktatóinak digitális készségeinek kvantitatív vizsgálata
Authors: Barnucz Nóra , Botos Virág , Ceglédi Szabolcs , Dominek Dalma Lilla
Published: May 2024

The information society is not only transforming the process of education but also creating new positions and challenges in the labour market, and education must prepare for this. Research shows that the success of education depends mostly on teachers (Mourshed, Chijoka and Barber 2010). In this study, we investigate the digital competence of teachers at Ludovika University of Public Service (hereinafter: LUPC) (N=824). For the quantitative research, we used the DigCompEdu questionnaire. The level of digital competence of the teachers is assessed based on their own self-assessment. We assume that although their digital competences need improvement, but their motivation to use digital technologies in the classroom is positive. The instructors scored higher points in the areas of digital resource management, professional engagement and teaching & learning but they scored the lowest in the area of assessment.
Tanodás és nem tanodás gyerekek szociális kompetenciáinak összevetése kérdőíves, megfigyeléses és narratív módszertannal
Authors: Nagy Zsófia , Kovács Judit
Published: May 2024

In school settings, there are often not enough opportunities to develop children's social competencies besides developing their cognitive abilities. But there is a need for this kind of support, especially in disadvantaged areas and for minority children. Study-hall programs function to compensate for this deficiency. We compared matched groups of primary school pupils in two municipalities in the Northern part of Hungary. One group participated in a study hall program, while the other did not. We measured social competencies. Impulsivity and aggression were measured with questionnaires, while communication and future vision were approached qualitatively. Children attending Study-hall programs like to go there, and most of them listed playing activities among the best programs. Our results show that children from the study hall program have better communication skills and a more realistic vision of the future, and based on their self-report, they feel more like they belong to the majority society than their peers from the school without a study hall program. We conclude that study halls can mitigate disadvantages coming from low socio-economic status.
EFEKTIVITAS MEDIA “KAMPUNGKU-RUMAHKU” SEBAGAI SARANA PENDUKUNG PENCATATAN DAN PEMANTAUAN IMUNISASI DI KABUPATEN TEGAL
Authors: Alimah Ulya , Sriatmi Ayun , Fatmasari Eka Yunila
Published: May 2024

Pencatatan dan pemantauan imunisasi yang selama ini dilakukan oleh kader posyandu masih belum optimal. Upaya dalam meningkatkan hasil pencatatan dan pemantauan imunisasi yang baik dan berkualitas dilakukan dengan penggunaan media poster “KampungKu-RumahKu”. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menilai efektivitas media "Kampungku-Rumahku" sebagai alat yang mendukung pencatatan dan pemantauan imunisasi dasar lengkap di Kabupaten Tegal dengan membandingkan kelompok kader yang sudah menggunakan dan belum menggunakan media “KampungKu-RumahKu”. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan pendekatan studi cross-sectional. Populasi penelitian ini sebanyak 1019 kader dan sampel penelitian ini terdiri dari 150 kader yang dipilih secara simple random sampling di tiga puskesmas yang telah diberi pelatihan media poster “KampungKu-RumahKu” yaitu Puskesmas Slawi, Puskesmas Kedungbanteng, dan Puskesmas Kramat. Analisis data menggunakan uji Mann-Whitney untuk membandingkan variabel yang diteliti. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kinerja (sig=0,021), persepsi (sig=0,001), sikap (sig=0,009), motivasi (sig=0,000), sarana dan prasarana (sig=0,006), serta beban kerja (sig=0,000) terhadap pencatan dan pemantauan imunisasi kader memiliki perbedaan signifikan antara kader yang sudah menggunakan dan belum menggunakan media "KampungKu-RumahKu". Tidak ada perbedaan pada variabel pengetahuan (sig=0,200) dan imbalan (sig=0,169) di kedua kelompok kader. Dengan demikian, penelitian ini menghasilkan temuan yang mendukung penggunaan media "KampungKu-RumahKu" sebagai alat pendukung yang efektif dalam meningkatkan kinerja dan kesadaran kader posyandu dalam pencatatan dan pemantauan imunisasi di Kabupaten Tegal.
Między zbrodnią a zaklęciem. Kilka uwag o psychologii bohaterek Mickiewiczowskich ballad
Authors: Baśkiewicz Martyna
Published: May 2024

W artykule podjęto analizę dwóch znanych ballad Adama Mickiewicza — Lilie i Świtezianka. Szczególną uwagę poświęcono bohaterkom obu tekstów. Cechuje je bezwzględność i okrucieństwo, a obie powiązane są z siłą wyższą odpowiedzialną za porządek świata. W tekście podjęto również problem zaburzeń psychicznych bohaterek: Pani wykazuje skłonności psychopatyczne, a Świtezianka może być przykładem osoby sadystycznej i cierpiącej na zaburzenia dwubiegunowe. Schorzenia te mają znaczący wpływ na zachowanie omawianych postaci; choroby determinują działania kobiet, a jednocześnie czynią je postaciami złożonymi i enigmatycznymi.