bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
What Does the Upgraded State Educational Standard Hold in Store? (Analytical Review of a Survey of the Russian Teaching Community)
Authors: Vasil'chenko N.
Published: December 2023

For the purpose of monitoring of the implementation of the upgraded State Educational Standards of primary and secondary education a survey of pedagogical community was held in spring, 2023. There were two groups of respondents: school administration and teachers of the 1st and 5th forms. The answers of the latter group are presented and analyzed in the article as their professional activities have been mainly impacted by the changes of the Standards. The majority of the questions had the so-called ‘your variant’ of the answer that have been also systematized and studied. In conclusion, the progressive trends as well as hitches of the Russian education are highlighted; the proposals for improvements of some aspects of secondary education are put forth.
Structural and parametric synthesis of an automated special-purpose information system for the formation and control of combat training activities
Authors: Kabankov Pavel
Published: December 2023

The article considers the issue of solving the problem of structural parametric synthesis of an automated system for planning and monitoring the implementation of combat training activities in the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation. It is shown that the features of the proposed method and elements of particular methods for solving problems of structural parametric synthesis of automated special purpose systems (AS SN) open up new possibilities for optimizing the structure of the automated system for planning and controlling the implementation of combat training activities (ASPM BP). To reduce the dimensionality of the solved problems in structural-parametric synthesis and a compact description of alternative variants of their construction, formed on the basis of morphological analysis, a logical-combinatorial approach was applied. An example of a system for planning and controlling the implementation of combat training measures is considered - special training of specialists in the organization of air traffic (persons of hydraulic fracturing) of an aviation unit, which provides theoretical and practical training both on standard equipment and simulator training. It is concluded that the features of the method, as well as the novelty elements of particular methods for solving problems of structural-parametric synthesis of AS CH, open up new opportunities for optimizing the structure of the ASPM BP and the topology of computer networks, which currently should be widely used in practice when solving the tasks of its further modernization.
Computer-aided design of the location of wireless cellular base stations
Authors: Novikova Tatyana , Evdokimova Svetlana , Medvedev Roman
Published: December 2023

The planning of wireless base stations is a multi-purpose task of optimizing combinations, and the main goals of optimization include cost reduction, increased coverage and quality preservation. The paper pays attention to the consideration of the coverage radius, the quality of signal transmission and two types of signal interference. To implement the tasks set for the location of the base station, the following algorithms were used: PMET-PSO and PPSO-GA, which became the basis for the module for solving problems of designing the location of base stations in the proposed automated design system. Using the C/S architecture and 3D CAD based on ACIS and Google Earth, based on an in-depth analysis of the actual requirements for the base station, a CAD for the location of wireless cellular base stations is proposed. The main technical modules of the system are the technology of rapid modeling involving objects in the planning of base stations, the technology of multi-purpose modeling and solving problems of planning base stations and the technology of distributed joint integration of program modules. The technology for solving planning problems uses the PMET-PSO and PPSO-GA algorithms. Both algorithms compensate for the disadvantages of their original algorithms (MET-PSO and PSO-GA) and retain their respective advantages: time - PMET-PSO, and if the user does not care about time and wants to get the optimal possible solution, then the PPSO-GA algorithm. Both algorithms combine memory computing with good parallelism, which plays a crucial role in solving multi-purpose optimization problems.
Modelización de la evaluación multivariante auténtica en el plan de estudios de formación de profesores de arte y diseño
Authors: Mamvuto Attwell
Published: December 2023

Assessment is a critical construct in programing and instruction. It is one of the means of accountability that is conceived within the broader context of authentic performance. This paper discusses assessment strategies that are being used in art and design teacher education programmes amid ongoing curricula reforms in teachers' colleges in Zimbabwe. Findings reveal that colleges are using diverse assessment strategies to index student performance. These include critique of student exhibitions, portfolio assessment, pre-issue examinations, and controlled examinations, all of which are operationalised within an internal and external moderation framework and dialogical engagement among stakeholders. The study proposes the inclusion of candidate interviews and deliberate student self-assessment as part of a comprehensive art programme to enhance the development of higher-order cognitive and metacognitive skills that are critical in enhancing aesthetic judgment and performative art.
Potenciar el vínculo entre la universidad y el museo: el proyecto UVaMusEA.
Authors: Marín Cepeda Sofía , Coca Jiménez Pablo
Published: December 2023

Universidades y museos comparten objetivos. Ambas instituciones desarrollan una importante labor educativa e investigadora. Las nuevas concepciones que sitúan al visitante en el centro de las prácticas del museo suponen oportunidades de diálogo y colaboración entre museos, escuela y universidad para diseñar programas educativos que se adapten mejor a las características y necesidades de los escolares. En línea con esto, el proyecto de innovación docente “UVaMusEA” trata de conectar universidad y museo apostando por la creación de una comunidad de aprendizaje entre docentes, estudiantes y profesionales de los museos que conciba el museo como un espacio de aprendizaje. Presentamos la filosofía, método de trabajo y resultados obtenidos en el proyecto desde que comenzara en 2021. Posteriormente, describimos de forma sintética 2 de los proyectos específicos desarrollados: “Ciudades Utópicas” y el proyecto expositivo “Instalaciones Multisensoriales al Aire Libre”. Las propuestas desarrolladas nos han permitido trabajar con diversas instituciones culturales, movilizando más de 800 estudiantes de los Grados de Educación Infantil y Educación Primaria. Es nuestro objetivo seguir profundizando en la mejora de la formación dentro del aula universitaria y en el museo, colaborando con ellos. De esta forma, se logrará que el museo sea considerado, a todos los efectos, como un aliado, como un escenario de aprendizaje estrechamente conectado con el aula.
Y el arte se hizo verbo. La construcción identitaria del alumnado de bachillerato a través del artivismo.
Authors: Vázquez González José
Published: December 2023

Durante la adolescencia, el autoconocimiento, la construcción identitaria y la definición de la imagen proyectada adquieren mayor importancia, llegando a trazar las líneas de quiénes somos y seremos. Entendiendo el arte como un artefacto y herramienta privilegiado para la reflexión y expresión identitaria, esta investigación analiza el efecto de una intervención didáctica centrada en el autoconocimiento en el desarrollo identitario personal y artístico del alumnado adolescente de bachillerato de artes. Este trabajo parte de un diseño metodológico basado en el arte, enmarcado dentro del estudio de caso de la propia intervención en el aula. Siguiendo el ejemplo del artista gráfico Ricardo Pueyo, se instó al alumnado a reinterpretar una obra a través de la cuál construyeran su propia identidad. Además, con el fin de convertir el aula en un espacio de debate y reflexión colectiva, se enmarcó en el contexto de un proyecto artivista. Los resultados recogen que la puesta en marcha de intervenciones basadas en la pedagogía crítica y el arte atesoran la respuesta positiva del alumnado, trayendo al aula temas de gran importancia para los adolescentes como los Trastornos de Conducta Alimentaria (TCA), el feminismo, la autopercepción o la soledad.
Big Data Analytics, Firm Size, and Performance
Authors: Conti Raffaele , de Matos Miguel Godinho , Valentini Giovanni
Published: December 2023

Big data analytics (BDA) is one of the most important general-purpose technologies. Despite the increasing pervasiveness of BDA across industries and some preliminary evidence indicating that BDA adoption is positively related to firm productivity, previous studies have not fully investigated how BDA benefits actually materialize. To address this question, we explore the effect of BDA on the innovation process, a key determinant of firm productivity. Our findings indicate that both large and small firms can gain from BDA, yet size is a critical organizational attribute determining the most relevant performance gains captured: BDA benefits for value-added are particularly salient for large firms, whereas benefits for sales are more relevant in small firms. This suggests that the relative propensity to use BDA to decrease costs and enhance efficiency through process innovation vs. to increase sales through product innovation is increasing in firm size.

Funding: R. Conti received financial support from the CY initiative. M. Godinho de Matos received the support from FCT – Portuguese Foundation of Science and Technology [Grant UID/GES/00407/2020].
Formação da identidade profissional de enfermeiros para o trabalho no sistema prisional
Authors: Cardoso Débora Ribeiro , Peres Maria Angélica de Almeida , Silva Camila Pureza Guimarães , Santos Tânia Cristina Franco , Bellaguarda Maria Ligia dos Reis , Ferreira Rosa Gomes dos Santos
Published: December 2023

Objetivo:analisar elementos motivadores da construção da identidade profissional de enfermeiros do sistema prisional. Método: estudo histórico-social, qualitativo, sob o método de triangulação de fontes orais e documentais coletados de maio a dezembro de 2020, iluminado pelo referencial foucaultiano. Protocolo de pesquisa aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética e Pesquisa da instituição signatária.  Resultados: a realização de concurso público para o sistema prisional foi motivada pela aquisição de estabilidade. Os enfermeiros concursados eram despreparados para cuidar de pessoas presas. A disciplina e os poderes exercidos pelos guardas e presos surpreenderam estes enfermeiros, que precisaram se adaptar ao sistema num contexto social marcado pela violência urbana. Considerações finais: destaca-se, na construção da identidade destes profissionais, a capacidade para contornar medos e inseguranças, exercício de poder disciplinar e normatização do cuidado para o enfrentamento do cotidiano do trabalho. Emerge a necessidade de capacitação de enfermeiros nesta área na formação profissional.
Compreensão de profissionais sobre o processo de alta hospitalar de crianças dependentes de tecnologias
Authors: Delmiro Andrezza Rayana da Costa Alves , Rocha Yasmin Torres da , Barbosa Mayse Gabrielle de Lima , Moreira William Caracas , Pimenta Erika Acioli Gomes , Silva Kenya de Lima
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: compreender o processo de alta hospitalar de crianças dependentes de tecnologias por profissionais de unidades pediátricas e neonatais. Método: estudo descritivo com os profissionais da assistência à criança dependente de tecnologias de um Hospital Universitário entre julho e setembro de 2020. Os dados foram obtidos foram exportados para o software Iramuteq e interpretados à luz da teoria de análise de conteúdo. O estudo possui aprovação pelo Comitê de Ética e Pesquisa. Resultados: a nuvem de palavras contextualizou e forneceu subsídios para a identificação de duas categorias: Compreensão da necessidade de trabalho em equipe para planejamento de alta hospitalar e percepção da necessidade de implementação de ferramentas como protocolos e fluxos para o direcionamento do preparo para alta e continuidade do cuidado. Conclusão: os profissionais referem que a alta hospitalar é realizada conforme a rotina assistencial e ainda segue um modelo medicalocêntrico.
Burnout em lideranças de enfermagem durante a pandemia da COVID-19
Authors: Vieira Juliana Langendorf da Costa , Olino Luciana , Ampos Larissa Fonseca , Magnago Tânia Solange Bosi de Souza , Pai Daiane Dal , Tavares Juliana Petri
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: analisar a relação entre o contexto de trabalho das lideranças de enfermagem na pandemia da COVID-19 e o Burnout. Método: estudo de método misto, com uma amostra quantitativa de 64 líderes de enfermagem, de todos os setores de quatro hospitais gaúchos. A coleta de dados ocorreu de agosto a outubro de 2020, após aprovação do Comitê Nacional de Ética em Pesquisa. Foi realizada a análise inferencial dos dados quantitativos (n=64), aplicados os testes de Mann-Whitney e correlações bivariadas de Spearman, considerando diferenças estatisticamente significativas “p” bicaudal menor que 0,05. Realizaram-se entrevistas qualitativas (n=12) acerca dos impactos da pandemia. Resultados: identificou-se 6,3% de prevalência de Síndrome de Burnout. Houve associação entre os domínios Desgaste Emocional e Despersonalização e as variáveis medo, aumento do consumo de álcool e impacto na saúde (p<0,05). Evidenciaram-se mudanças no contexto laboral, aumento do nível de exigência e da carga de trabalho e impactos na saúde. Conclusão: conclui-se que há associação entre o contexto de trabalho na pandemia e o Burnout. O aumento da sobrecarga de trabalho repercutiu em prejuízos na saúde mental.
Experiências de enfermeiras obstetras no enfrentamento da COVID-19
Authors: Maronezi Natalia Gabrielle , Malta Nathalia Jung Ferreira , Pinto Keli Regiane Tomeleri da Fonseca , Lopes Daniela Biguetti Martins , Bernardy Catia Campaner Ferrari
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: desvelar os sentimentos e fragilidades de enfermeiras obstetras no enfrentamento da pandemia da doença causada pelo coronavírus do tipo 2 (COVID-19). Método: estudo qualitativo, aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa, realizado em três maternidades de referência para risco habitual e intermediário no norte do Paraná, entre janeiro e julho de 2021. Foram entrevistadas individualmente e presencialmente, doze enfermeiras obstetras por meio de um instrumento semiestruturado contendo questões norteadoras, para análise dos dados foi utilizado Bardin e como referencial teórico Donabedian. Resultados: as narrativas foram agrupadas em duas categorias: A insegurança diante do desconhecido, e o medo da contaminação pelo vírus SARS-Cov-2; e Ausência de investimentos no capital humano gerando um contexto de risco frente ao manejo da pandemia. Considerações finais: evidenciou-se que os sentimentos negativos relatados pelas enfermeiras, estão fortemente ligados à especificidade e fragilidades do serviço de saúde, em especial maternidades, no enfrentamento da pandemia, afetando a saúde mental destes profissionais.
Satisfação no trabalho e fatores associados na percepção dos enfermeiros: estudo transversal
Authors: Nascimento Flaviana Pereira Bastos , Zeitoune Regina Célia Gollner , Tracera Gisele Massante Peixoto , Abreu Angela Maria Mendes , Moraes Katerine Gonçalves , Sousa Kayo Henrique Jardel Feitosa , Jesus Sérgio Abreu de
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: analisar a associação entre satisfação no trabalho e o perfil sociodemográfico e laboral de enfermeiros de hospital universitário. Método: estudo transversal com 134 enfermeiros, de ambos os sexos e independente do tempo de atuação. Foram excluídos aqueles em licença de saúde e férias. Aplicado questionário sociodemográfico e laboral e a Escala de Satisfação no Trabalho. Realizado o Teste qui-quadrado entre as variáveis “satisfação” e “perfil pessoal e profissional” (IC 95%). Resultados: observou-se que 49,3% estavam satisfeitos no trabalho, 41,0% indiferentes e 9,7% insatisfeitos. Entre perfil e nível de satisfação, houve diferença significativa para “faixa etária”, “desejo de mudança de emprego” e “horário de trabalho”. Conclusão: a relação entre idade, horário de trabalho e mudança de emprego potencializavam a satisfação ou insatisfação no trabalho contribuem para adoção de medidas de manutenção da satisfação e reversão da indiferença, fato este preocupante no contexto da saúde do trabalhador de enfermagem.
Research Roundup
Authors: Dening Karen Harrison
Published: December 2023

Karen Harrison Dening provides a synopsis and brief review of a selection of recently published research articles that are of interest to neuroscience nurses, highlighting key points to keep you up to date; a full reference is provided for those who wish to read the research in more detail
Fluid therapy for emergent and critical cases: hypovolaemia vs dehydration
Authors: Howe Debbie
Published: December 2023

Intravenous fluid therapy is commonly used in emergent and critical patients. Water is a nutrient that is vital to the survival of patients, but one that must be replenished daily. Fluid in the body can be subdivided into intracellular and extracellular portions, with extracellular being further divided into interstitial and intravascular compartments. Fluid loss from all compartments is called dehydration – this is not immediately life threatening. Hypovolaemia is fluid loss from the intravascular compartment – this is life-threatening and requires immediate treatment. Prompt patient assessment and identification of these conditions is essential in selecting the right treatment for the patient. Goal-directed therapy is the gold standard approach for patients receiving intravenous fluid therapy and the veterinary nurse has a key role to play in patient monitoring.
Salbutamol toxicosis in dogs
Authors: Bates Nicola
Published: December 2023

Salbutamol exposure in dogs typically occurs when they bite and pierce a salbutamol inhaler. Onset of clinical signs can be rapid. Dogs may appear anxious and distressed, and common signs include tachycardia, tachypnoea and hypokalaemia. Transient hyperglycaemia may occur. Potential complications include muscle weakness, flaccid paralysis, arrhythmias, rhabdomyolysis and oral injury from the compressed gas in some inhalers. Any dog exposed to salbutamol requires examination and evaluation. The heart rate, blood pressure, electrocardiogram and electrolytes should be monitored. Treatment is aimed at correcting tachycardia and hypokalaemia, for which the treatment of choice is a non-selective beta-blocker. Salbutamol exposed dogs require hospitalisation until the heart rate and rhythm, central nervous system status and electrolytes normalise. Recovery generally occurs within 24 hours, but there is risk of persistent cardiac injury.
Internet users' purchasing decisions regarding organic products during the Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Buraczyńska Barbara Urszula , Wlazło Magda
Published: December 2023

Objectives

The research is intended to determine the preferences of Internet users regarding the purchase of different groups of organic products in traditional shops and online. The research also aims to verify whether consumers' demographic and social characteristics influence their decision to purchase these products.

Material and methods

To obtain research data, an online survey (diagnostic survey method) was conducted among 1,000 Polish Internet users over the age of 18. Statistical methods - Pearson's Chi square and M L test - were used to analyse the relationship between the respondent groups.

Results

The research showed that Internet users are more likely to purchase organic products in physical stores than online. Statistical analysis revealed relationships between consumer behaviour and their gender, age, education and income.

Conclusions

The research results in recommendations for business enterprises for preparing organic product offerings that consider the characteristics of the target group. For businesses, their importance is practical. It is advisable to continue research to verify the stability of Internet users' attitudes even after the Covid 19 pandemic is over and possibly to identify trends in purchasing decisions for different groups of organic products.
Social and economic management goals in enterprises
Authors: Witkowski Jacek Marian , Klimek Dariusz , Jędrych Elżbieta
Published: December 2023

Cel pracy

Celem artykułu jest prezentacja wyników badań dotyczących miejsca i roli celów zarządczych stosowanych od 2016 roku w procesach zarządzania spółkami komunalnymi w Polsce. Istotną uwagę autorzy poświęcili celom ekonomicznym i społecznym, w szczególności analizie znaczenia tych celów w spółkach.

Materiał i metody

Podstawową metodą badawczą była analiza dokumentów – treści uchwał podmiotów uprawnionych do wykonywania prawa udziałowych. Łącznie zbadano treści uchwał podejmowanych w każdym roku w 124 spółkach w latach 2017-2023.

Wyniki

Wyniki wskazują na dominację celów ekonomicznych i malejący udział celów społecznych wśród celów zarządczych.

Wnioski

Wnioski nie są pozytywne, biorąc pod uwagę to, że spółki te działają w obszarze użyteczności publicznej. Przyczyny tego zjawiska częściowo wynikają z niezbyt fortunnych zapisów ustawy i wieloletnich przyzwyczajeń, w rzeczywistości mają bardziej złożony i wieloaspektowy charakter. Szczególnie niepokojące jest to, że zysk stosowany wcześniej głównie jako miernik ekonomiczny, stał się w świetle przepisów prawa i praktyki gospodarczej – celem działalności, co może przekładać się bezpośrednio na ceny usług spółek komunalnych dla mieszkańców i lokalnych przedsiębiorców. Z kolei malejący udział celów społecznych może m.in. zmniejszać zaangażowanie pracowników oraz ich sprawną i skuteczną współpracę opartą na zaufaniu.
Comparative analysis of production systems in the automotive industry
Authors: Piątek Radosław Karol
Published: December 2023

Purpose of the following text is to compare three production systems,: Toyota Production System, World Class Manufacturing and Nissan Production Way. For it purpose, a comparative study was carried out based on three categories: system, design, popularity and versatility. For each of the comparison categories, a method was adjusted. System design: comparison of assumptions and system construction schemes according to the authors of a given solution. Popularity: analysis of search engine results from Google, Google Scholar, Bing and Yahoo! obtained from searches for the phrases "Toyota Production System," "World Class Manufacturing" and "Nissan Production Way". Versality: case studies of system implementations by other organisations than authoring automotive corporations.
As a result of the comparison, it can be seen that the most complex and elaborate system is WCM, which has a multi-element structure as well as predetermined levels of sophistication. Relatively the simplest of the compared solutions turned out to be NPW. In the case of popularity, the leader is TPS in Google’s search engines, WCM in Bing and Yahoo!, while the least popular solution in the Internet’s space is the system by Nissan Motor Corporation. The versatility category indicates that the TPS and WCM systems have similar implementation capabilities, while NPW turns out to be a specific and exclusive solution for the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance and has no external implementations.
The results provide an overall picture of the situation regarding production systems in the automotive industry and can provide a starting point for more advanced analysis of existing solutions and allow the design of other systems.
Economic issue of material reserves management taking into account probabilistic model
Authors: Dmowski Artur , Wołowiec Tomasz , Laskowski Jan , Laskowska Agnieszka
Published: December 2023

Objectives

Running a business effectively requires ensuring continuity and regularity of the activity. For this purpose, it is important to effectively and rationally manage inventories and maintain them at various levels of optimality.

Material and methods

In the paper a design of the probabilistic model of reserves is discussed. The objective was an elaboration of the optimal strategy of materials reserves management in the series manufacturing.

Results

The model has been verified at an attainable scale using the numerical data concerning different assortment of materials in the serial production of furniture. The proposed probabilistic model makes it possible to elaborate the optimal strategy of type R, Z in the management of reserves of based materials of the manufacturing company with large-lot production. The strategy is based on minimal expenses connected with a supply of materials.

Conclusions

For each company to provide good quality services, it is necessary for individual, cooperating enterprises to function efficiently. The so-called "supply chain" is a specific sequence of activities enabling the satisfaction of market demand for a given product. The supply chain consists of companies and plants that are involved in supplying raw materials, processing them into semi-finished products and, ultimately, creating a finished product. The simplest supply chain consists of a company, suppliers and customers. However, it is good to know that many more companies are involved in most production processes, including transport, logistics, finance and IT.
Measuring woke culture in universities: a diagnostic approach
Authors: Rzepka Agnieszka , Fazlagić Jan , Ahamed Imdiyas
Published: December 2023

Objectives

This paper aims to present a synthetic diagnostic tool for assessing wokeism in universities, offering a comprehensive framework derived from an extensive literature review. The purpose is to measure and evaluate the level and impact of wokeism, identifying strengths and weaknesses within university contexts. The framework development involves defining dimensions and indicators of wokeism, collecting and analyzing data through diverse sources like surveys and interviews, scoring and ranking wokeism levels.

Material and methods

This paper presents a synthetic diagnostic tool designed for the assessment of wokeism in universities. It extensively reviews literature on wokeism, offering a framework for the creation of this diagnostic tool. The provided examples demonstrate practical applications for measuring and evaluating the level and impact of wokeism within university settings.

Results

The paper highlights several limitations and implications that warrant consideration. First, the broad and general definition of wokeism employed might overlook nuanced variations within the movement. Second, reliance on secondary sources and hypothetical data raises concerns about the representation of the actual situation of wokeism in universities. Third, the subjective scoring and ranking system employed may lack the validity and reliability required for a comprehensive assessment.

Conclusions

The paper proposes directions for future research and practice. It recommends refining and operationalizing the definition and measurement of wokeism, testing and validating the tool and framework with primary and empirical data, and applying more objective and rigorous methods for scoring and ranking.
The role of the brand in identifying patterns of the consumer decision-making process on the example purchasing a passenger car
Authors: Jusiuk Paulina Agnieszka
Published: December 2023

Cel pracy

Współcześnie pięcioetapowy konsumencki proces decyzyjny kończy się na zakupie konkretnej marki produktu. Decydenci przy wyszukiwaniu informacji zazwyczaj mają określone kategorie, jakie podczas rozwiązywania danego problemu decyzyjnego przeszukują. Celem niniejszego opracowania jest sprawdzenie, czy marka produktu ma wpływ na zakres informacji niezbędnych do podjęcia decyzji o zakupie samochodu osobowego. W artykule skupiono się na sprezycowaniu miejsca decyzji w procesie zakupowym, a także uwzględnieniu pozycji marki.

Materiał i metody

Procedura badawcza prowadzona była dwuetapowo. W pierwszym kroku zbadano stosunek respondentów względem procesu decyzyjnego, a następnie przy wykorzystaniu tablicy informacji przeprowadzono eksperyment skupiający się na wybraniu przez respondenta produktu. Następnie przy wykorzystaniu podstawowych analiz statystycznych, statystycznego testu nieparametrycznego Manna-Whitney’a, jak również analizy korelacji przeprowadzono wnioskowanie statystyczne.

Wyniki

Na podstawie zrealizowanych analiz stwierdzono, że w przypadku konsumenckiego procesu decyzyjnego odnośnie zakupu samochodu marka jest informacją, po którą badany sięga w pierwszej kolejności. Ponadto konsumenci w celu zaspokojenia określonej potrzeby sięgają po marki dobrze im znane, a co z tym idzie – sprawdzone. Opracowany schemat postpowania konsumentów podczas wyboru samochodu zakłada, że kolejne informacje po jakie sięgają decydenci związane są z ponoszeniem kosztów.

Wnioski

W dobie panującej inflacji fakt ten nie jest zaskakujący, bowiem jednostki muszą bardzo uważnie i roztropnie gospodarować domowym budżetem. Fakt ponoszenia wysokich kosztów dodatkowych, przy jednoczesnej eksploracji nowej marki samochodu osobowego może doprowadzić do pewnego rodzaju frustracji.
Internationalization as a change of the company's socio-economic environment
Authors: Gudowski Janusz , Łęcka Izabella , Dłużewska Anna , Szejniuk Aleksandra , Sulimierska Agnieszka
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Globalization of an enterprise is a multi-threaded and complex phenomenon, which is why there are many definitions of this concept. Most authors use it to refer to three elements: worldwide reach; worldwide homogeneity; global integration - a category of dependence and tightening international connections, means an enterprise that clearly feels the effects of events taking place in other countries, as opposed to the local market, where the foreign situation has a negligible impact on the price level, competition dynamics, demand and current fashions. Internationalization and globalization require companies to use different strategies, which depend on the company's structure, form of business, and geographical structure. However, it seems that these processes encourage enterprises to choose an operating strategy based more often on mergers, acquisitions and building strategic alliances with competitors, i.e. choosing an external path of growth and development.
Poor and satisfied? A review of the monetary poverty indicator in the EU
Authors: Martí Mónica , Ródenas Carmen
Published: December 2023

This article seeks to contribute to the generation of more accurate poverty indicators in the EU, by providing some further evidence of potential bias when joint income-wealth perspective on poverty measurement is not considered. Using the 2018 EU-SILC, we compare the individuals’ financial satisfaction and his/her household classification as at risk of poverty (AROP). We detect a significant group of people whose households are classified as poor but who are satisfied with their economic situation. The explanations for this mismatch lie both in errors in the income estimation and in the presence of household wealth. Through an exploratory analysis with certain limitations, we find that those in this group have different characteristics from the rest of the poor and are more similar to those who are neither poor nor dissatisfied when we analyse economic stress and proxy wealth variables. The article supports the recommendation to revise the AROP indicator based on the joint income-wealth distribution.
All-optical dual module platform for motility-based functional scrutiny of microencapsulated probiotic bacteria
Authors: Wang Zhe , Giugliano Giusy , Behal Jaromir , Schiavo Michela , Memmolo Pasquale , Miccio Lisa , Grilli Simonetta , Nazzaro Filomena , Ferraro Pietro , Bianco Vittorio
Published: December 2023

Probiotic bacteria are widely used in pharmaceutics to offer health benefits. Microencapsulation is used to deliver probiotics into the human body. Capsules in the stomach have to keep bacteria constrained until release occurs in the intestine. Once outside, bacteria must maintain enough motility to reach the intestine walls. Here, we develop a platform based on two label-free optical modules for rapidly screening and ranking probiotic candidates in the laboratory. Bio-speckle dynamics assay tests the microencapsulation effectiveness by simulating the gastrointestinal transit. Then, a digital holographic microscope 3D-tracks their motility profiles at a single element level to rank the strains.
Notch RGB-camera based SpO2 estimation: a clinical trial in neonatal intensive care unit
Authors: Ye Yonglong , Pan Liping , Yu Dongfang , Gu Dongfeng , Lu Hongzhou , Wang Wenjin
Published: December 2023

Regular and narrow-band RGB cameras are recently explored for contactless SpO2 monitoring. Regular RGB cameras with cross-band overlap provide a high signal-to-noise-ratio (SNR) in measuring the photoplethysmographic signals but possess high dependency on the spectra of incident light, whereas narrow-band RGB cameras have better spectral independence but lower SNR especially in dim lighting conditions, such as in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). This paper proposes a notch RGB camera based SpO2 measurement approach that uses an optical notch filter to attenuate the wavelengths of 580–605 nm of a regular RGB camera to improve the spectral independence while maintaining high SNR in signal measurement. The proposed setup was validated in the lab condition (e.g. dark chamber) against the existing solutions for visible-light based camera-SpO2 measurement and further verified in the NICU on preterm infants. The clinical trial conducted in the NICU with 22 preterm infants shows that the notch RGB camera can achieve a mean absolute error (MAE) less than 4% for SpO2 measurement. This is the first showcase of continuous monitoring of absolute camera-SpO2 values in the NICU.
A trend analysis of Black American women with cardiovascular disease and chronic medical conditions, sociodemographic factors from NHANES From 2011 to 2020
Authors: Ripon Rezaul Karim , Rimti Fahmida Hoque , Kercy Mickelder , Hossain Shahriar , Motahara Umma , Hossain Md. Sharif , Sikder Md. Tajuddin
Published: December 2023

Background

Significant racial and gender differences exist in the prevalence of CVD in the United States. The goal of this study is to evaluate the prevalence of CVD among Black American women, the relationship between CVD and some medical conditions, and significant sociodemographic factors.

Methods

The researchers in this study used data from four cycles of the NHANES, carried out by the NCHS. 2011 to 2012, 2013 to 2014, 2015 to 2016, and 2017 to 2020 were the cycles that were chosen. The researchers used the survey package in the R programming language to examine the data.

Results

People with CVD problems 20 years of age and older were included in the analyses. Black American women experienced a considerable prevalence of CVD from 2011 to 2020. These women were more likely to report having completed no more schooling than the ninth grade, being widowed/divorced/separated, and having undergone a hysterectomy, as well as having a history of diabetes, asthma, obesity, arthritis, and depression. Black American women with CVD had a 3.8-fold increased risk of diabetes and a 5.6-fold increased risk of arthritis.

Conclusion

This study shows that Black American women with CVD are more likely to have chronic illnesses such as hysterectomy, diabetes, asthma, obesity, arthritis, and depression. Black American women’s cardiovascular risk profiles can be updated using the data from this study.
Improved prediction of hiking speeds using a data driven approach
Authors: Wood Andrew , Mackaness William , Simpson T. Ian , Armstrong J. Douglas
Published: December 2023

Hikers and hillwalkers typically use the gradient in the direction of travel (walking slope) as the main variable in established methods for predicting walking time (via the walking speed) along a route. Research into fell-running has suggested further variables which may improve speed algorithms in this context; the gradient of the terrain (hill slope) and the level of terrain obstruction. Recent improvements in data availability, as well as widespread use of GPS tracking now make it possible to explore these variables in a walking speed model at a sufficient scale to test statistical significance. We tested various established models used to predict walking speed against public GPS data from almost 88,000 km of UK walking / hiking tracks. Tracks were filtered to remove breaks and non-walking sections. A new generalised linear model (GLM) was then used to predict walking speeds. Key differences between the GLM and established rules were that the GLM considered the gradient of the terrain (hill slope) irrespective of walking slope, as well as the terrain type and level of terrain obstruction in off-road travel. All of these factors were shown to be highly significant, and this is supported by a lower root-mean-square-error compared to existing functions. We also observed an increase in RMSE between the GLM and established methods as hill slope increases, further supporting the importance of this variable.
Comparative analysis of silver-nanoparticles and whey-encapsulated particles from olive leaf water extracts: Characteristics and biological activity
Authors: Mansour Hanem M. M. , Shehata Mohamed G. , Abdo Eman M. , Sharaf Mona Mohamad , Hafez El-sayed E. , Galal Darwish Amira M.
Published: December 2023

Nanotechnology applications have been employed to improve the stability of bioactive components and drug delivery. Natural-based extracts, especially olive leaf extracts, have been associated with the green economy not only as recycled agri-waste but also in the prevention and treatment of various non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The aim of this work was to provide a comparison between the characteristics, biological activity, and gene expression of water extract of olive leaves (OLE), green synthesized OLE silver nanoparticles (OL/Ag-NPs), and OLE whey protein capsules (OL/WPNs) of the two olive varieties, Tofahy and Shemlali. The particles were characterized by dynamic light scattering, scanning electron microscope (SEM), and Fourier transform infrared. The bioactive compounds of the preparations were evaluated for their antioxidant activity and anticancer effect on HCT-116 colorectal cells as well as for their regulatory effects on cytochrome C oxidase (Cox1) and tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α) genes. (OL/Ag-NPs) were found to be smaller than (OL/WPNs) with sizes of (37.46±1.85 and 44.86±1.62 nm) and (227.20±2.43 and 553.02±3.60 nm) for Tofahy and Shemlali, respectively. SEM showed that Shemlali (OL/Ag-NPs) had the least aggregation due to their highest Ƹ-potential (-31.76 ± 0.87 mV). The preparations were relatively nontoxic to Vero cells (IC50 = 151.94–789.25 μg/mL), while they were cytotoxic to HCT-116 colorectal cells (IC50 = 77.54–320.64 μg/mL). Shemlali and Tofahy OLE and Tofahy OL/Ag-NPs had a higher selectivity index (2.97–7.08 μg/mL) than doxorubicin (2.36 μg/mL), indicating promising anticancer activity. Moreover, Shemlali preparations regulated the expression of Cox1 (up-regulation) and TNF-α (down-regulation) on HCT-116 cells, revealing their efficiency in suppressing the expression of genes that promote cancer cell proliferation. (OL/Ag-NPs) from Tofahy and Shemlali were found to be more stable, effective, and safe than (OL/WPNs). Consequently, OL/Ag-NPs, especially Tofahy, are the best and safest nanoscale particles that can be safely used in food and pharmaceutical applications.
Use of Nile tilapia (Oreocromis niloticus) processing residues in the production of pâtés with the addition of oregano (Origanum vulgare) essential oil
Authors: Matiucci Marcos Antonio , dos Santos Iza Catarini , da Silva Natallya Marques , dos Santos Patricia Daniele Silva , Oliveira Gislaine Gonçalves , Santos Corrêa Stefane , dos Santos Araujo Elder , Said Rafaela , Silva Jaqueline Ferreira , Chambó Ana Paula Sartório , de Campos Talita Aparecida Ferreira , Santos Oscar Oliveira , Alcalde Claudete Regina , de Souza Maria Luiza Rodrigues , Feihrmann Andresa Carla
Published: December 2023

The effect of the use of Nilo tilapia filleting residues in the production of pâtés with the addition of oregano essential oil stored for 90 days at 4 °C was evaluated. For that, 5 treatments were performed as follows: TSA—control treatment; TES with the addition of sodium erythorbate; and formulation TOE1 with 600 ppm oregano essential oil; TOE2 with 1000 ppm essential oil; and TOE3 with 1400 ppm essential oil. The pâtés showed adequate technological and physicochemical characteristics and microbiological counts within the legislation standards. No significant differences were observed in the luminosity of the pâté formulations during storage, and the addition of oil contributed to the increase in a* values and stability of b* values. Regarding the lipid and protein oxidation, TOE3 showed lower values at the end of the shelf-life. The addition of essential oil did not affect the hardness and cohesiveness of the products. The fatty acids in greater amounts in the samples were linoleic, oleic, palmitic, and stearic acids. The analysis of biogenic amines indicated that only the treatments with the highest amounts of sodium erythorbate (TES and TOE1) showed losses of spermidine. It was observed that decreasing the inclusion of sodium erythorbate and increasing the inclusion of oregano essential oil resulted in a drop in cadaverine values. A total of 46 volatile compounds were detected in the samples with the highest amount of free fatty acids and all the formulations were well accepted sensorially.
Caracterização das reuniões de Equipe da Atenção Primária em um município da região Sul de Santa Catarina
Authors: Monteiro Bettiol Leticia , Zaneripe de Souza Nunes Rafael , Dos Santos Toczek Elizabeth , Bauer Torriani Marcos , Tuon Lisiane
Published: December 2023

Introdução: A construção do trabalho com equipe multiprofissional, transforma a forma de se fazer saúde e produzir cuidados, através da prática integrativa e inovadora, porém, para que isso ocorra de fato, são necessárias novas formas de mobilização do coletivo, que ultrapassem, o saber de forma isolada. Objetivo: Descrever os processos de trabalho em relação às reuniões de equipe de um Município do Extremo Sul Catarinense.  Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo guarda-chuva, transversal, quantitativo e de natureza descritiva, realizado nas unidades de um Município de médio porte localizado na mesorregião Sul de Santa Catarina, março de 2022. Resultados: Os resultados evidenciam que as reuniões de equipe ocorrem para grande maioria de forma semanal, trazendo assuntos como a organização do processo de trabalho, planejamento de ações e discussões de caso, onde a maior parte relatou ter de forma parcial, ou não ter o apoio da gestão municipal para o planejamento do processo de trabalho. Conclusão: As reuniões de equipe não apenas melhoram a eficácia dos cuidados de saúde, mas também fortalecem a base de nosso sistema de atenção primária à saúde. Elas desempenham um papel central na promoção de uma abordagem centrada no paciente.
Potencialidades e limitações na implementação de intervenções digitais em Saúde Mental
Authors: Souza Rozemere Cardoso de , Teixeira Ismael Santos , Arruda Matheus de Souza
Published: December 2023

Intervenções Digitais em Saúde Mental (DHMI) é um tema recente e com potencial de impacto de amplo alcance e baixo custo na saúde. Este estudo teve por objetivo analisar, por meio da literatura, potencialidades e limitações na implementação de DHMI. Esta revisão integrativa analisou 82 artigos retirados do banco de dados da Pubmed entre os anos de 2021 a 2023. Os resultados indicam que o perfil das produções caracteriza estudos pilotos com objetivo de testagem de ferramentas digitais. Identificou-se limitações metodológicas relacionadas ao número pequeno amostras, períodos curtos de coleta de dados, baixo engajamento, problemas variados nos métodos e tecnologias empregadas. Um critério de boas práticas foi criado para orientar trabalhos futuros. Conclui-se que os trabalhos dão visibilidade a relevância destas intervenções, contudo, ainda há incipiência quanto aos parâmetros metodológicos capazes de oferecer resultados com respaldo em evidências. Implementações bem sucedidas de DHMI na prática clínica além de tecnologias eficientes exigem tempo, envolvimento profissional e métodos estruturados no rigor científico.
Integração do quadrilátero da formação e a pirâmide do cuidado na Condição Pós-COVID-19: CRIE Pós-COVID-19.
Authors: Schroeder Deborah Louise , Vieira Rárica Isidório Sampaio Feitosa de Matos , Nilson Luana Gabriele , Mattos Luciana Bisio , Silveira João Luiz Gurgel Calvet da
Published: December 2023

RESUMO: Com a superação da fase aguda da pandemia de COVID-19, o Brasil precisa enfrentar as morbidades tardias da Condição Pós-COVID-19. O objetivo do presente relato de experiência é apresentar a proposta de um serviço-escola ambulatorial regionalizado, que se mostra inovador ao aplicar o princípio da interdisciplinaridade ao campo e à práxis da saúde coletiva. Integrado do Sistema Único de Saúde, o serviço contempla o cuidado à formação em saúde, de forma simultânea e sinérgica, sob o eixo do ensino-aprendizagem-pesquisa-cuidado interprofissional. Inova ao aplicar princípios e ferramentas da atenção básica na atenção secundária, forma de organização, financiamento e inclusão da extensão. Seus resultados reificam a política de saúde como promotora de equidade por meio da inclusão ao direito à saúde, produção e aplicação do conhecimento científico e formação profissional.
Incumplimiento de normas de bioseguridad en enfermería, Hospital El Triunfo, enero-junio 2021: Consecuencias y Estudio.
Authors: Ledesma Sanchez Odalys Anael , Vera Castro Jorge Javier , Yagual Méndez Melissa Isabel Yagual Méndez , Zuloaga Zambrano Carlos Alejandro
Published: December 2023

El presente trabajo de investigación bibliográfica examinó el incumplimiento de las normas de bioseguridad por parte del personal de enfermería en el Hospital Básico El Triunfo durante el primer semestre de 2021. Después de la revisión de 6 documentos, se determinó que el 83,33% de los estudios identificó insuficiencias en el seguimiento de estas regulaciones. En específico, un 33,33% de los casos estudiados destacaron la existencia de desafíos en la salud mental de los enfermeros, lo cual está relacionado con el estrés continuo y la presión agravada por la pandemia de COVID-19. Este efecto en la salud mental tiene el potencial de ejercer un impacto negativo en la calidad de la atención. En un 50% de los casos, se señaló un incumplimiento de las normas de bioseguridad en relación con los medicamentos, ya sea debido al uso inapropiado de los fármacos o a problemas en el proceso de dispensación. Estas deficiencias pueden influir en la eficacia de los tratamientos y aumentar la mortalidad, incluyendo el riesgo de enfermedades como la tuberculosis. Sin embargo, el 16,67% de los estudios mostraron una retroalimentación positiva por parte de los pacientes en el sector de atención obstétrica, lo que sugiere que al menos en esta área, se están cumpliendo las normas de bioseguridad y proporcionando atención de calidad. Estos hallazgos resaltan la urgencia de fortalecer la formación y supervisión del personal de enfermería en cuestiones de bioseguridad, así como de abordar la salud mental de los profesionales para mantener una atención de alta calidad. También es esencial asegurar el estricto cumplimiento de las normas de bioseguridad con relación a medicamentos para mejorar la efectividad del tratamiento y reducir el riesgo de propagación de enfermedades.