bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
All-to-All Broadcast in WDM Linear Array with 3-length Extension
Authors: Manoharan K. , Sabrigiriraj M.
Published: May 2022

All-to-all broadcast communication, distributing messages from each node to every other node, is a dense communication pattern and finds numerous applications in advanced computing and communication networks from the control plane to datacenters. In this article, a linear array is extended by directly linking all nodes which are separated by two intermediate nodes with additional fibers and this network is referred as linear array with 3-length extension. The wavelength allotment methods are proposed to realize all-to-all broadcast over WDM optical linear array with 3-length extension under multiple unicast routing model and the wavelength number needed atmost to establish all-to-all broadcast is determined. The wavelength number needed atmost to establish all-to-all broadcast in a linear array with 3-length extension is reduced by a minimum of 61% and a maximum of 66% when compared to a basic linear array. Similarly, the wavelength number needed atmost to establish all-to-all broadcast is reduced by a minimum of 24% and a maximum of 33% when compared to linear array with 2-length extension.
STUDY OF A MODERNIZED AН-26 AIRCRAFT EQUIPPED WITH CONTAINERS WITH MEANS OF PROTECTION AGAINST GUIDED MISSILES
Authors: Kokhan V. , Rashevskyi Y. , Skosyriev A. , Laiske Y. , Lernatovych A.
Published: May 2022

To date, given the significant losses in the east of our country during the Russian-Ukrainian war, there is an urgent need to provide protection for both the crew and aircraft in general. The retrofitting of the An-26 aircraft with modernized containers with means of protection against guided missiles resolved a number of issues raised. In the course of experimental research, the main combat, technical and operational characteristics of the An-26 aircraft, equipped with modernized containers with means of protection against guided missiles, were determined.

To study the main combat, technical and operational characteristics, an An-26 aircraft was presented, equipped with modernized containers, means of protection against guided missiles: a combined emission device and an optoelectronic countermeasure station.

The An-26 aircraft equipped with modernized containers with means of protection against guided missiles when working on the ground and in flight, is operational.

The main combat, technical and operational characteristics of the An-26 aircraft, equipped with modernized containers with means of protection against guided missiles, generally meet the requirements of regulatory documentation, except for incomplete completeness of optoelectronic countermeasures station, twice limited protection zone of the station in azimuth, and ineffectiveness of aircraft protection by thermal trap emission device in the radar spectral range of wavelengths with the help of pyrocartridges for the radar station of the self-propelled anti-aircraft missile system.

A comparative analysis of the main indicators of tactical and technical characteristics of the An-26 aircraft, upgraded with modernized containers with means of protection against guided missiles, before and after modernization, on the example of prototypes of containers with standard means of protection, reveals advantages and disadvantages of new means of protection.
Rickettsiosis: La importancia de realizar un diagnóstico precoz y manejo temprano.
Authors: Linero Karen , Serrano Samantha , Florián Rodríguez Diana Carolina
Published: May 2022

La Rickettsia es una bacteria transmitida por vectores como la garrapata, piojos, ácaros entre otros. El ser humano es un hospedero accidental, la rickettsia se transmite al ser humano por medio de la saliva de la garrapata infectada inoculando la bacteria a la piel. Existen diferentes especies de Rickettsia, la especie más importante en América es la Rickettsia rickettssii, reportándose casos en diferentes partes del mundo.

Esta enfermedad se caracteriza por un daño al endotelio de los vasos sanguíneos de pequeño calibre, ocasionando lesiones a nivel pulmonar, cerebral y renal principalmente. Sus manifestaciones clínicas iniciales son inespecíficas y se pueden confundir con otras enfermedades es por lo cual una historia clínica detallada es lo que nos puede llevar a una sospecha diagnóstica temprana.

Esta enfermedad se considera una enfermedad reemergente pese a su amplio conocimiento, debido a su pobre sospecha diagnóstica y prevención. En Panamá desde los años 1950 se diagnosticaron los primeros casos y este año 2021 se diagnosticaron 2 casos en niños en el Hospital del Niño Dr. José Renan Esquivel, los cuales serán los casos que vamos a desarrollar en este artículo.
Hepatitis Colestásica por Leptospira, un curso autolimitado.
Authors: Espinosa Brian , Hall Yenitza , Coronado Ana Karina
Published: May 2022

La leptospirosis, es una enfermedad zoonótica considerada una de las enfermedades reemergentes del siglo XXI, causada por Leptospira interrogans. Es una enfermedad febril aguda e inespecífica; que se describe como endémica en las regiones tropicales del planeta, incluyendo la región Centroamericana. Se reporta el caso de femenina de 10 años con cuadro de ictericia generalizada, asociado a dolor abdominal de aproximadamente dos semanas de evolución al momento de su ingreso. Presentándose como un cuadro ictérico autolimitado por una infección por Leptospira, la cual desencadenó colestasis hepática, sin compromiso de otros órganos. La forma ictéricas se describe en una minoría, 5-40% de los casos, siendo esta de las menos frecuentes, pero de mayor gravedad y mortalidad.
Diagnóstico diferencial en el paciente con calcificaciones pancreáticas
Authors: Rodríguez Barber Elena , Montserrat Montraveta Querol
Published: May 2022

La pancreatitis crónica (PC) es una enfermedad de incidencia creciente en la población pediátrica, aunque desconocida, y conlleva una importante comorbilidad. La clínica inicial suele ser la propia de un episodio de pancreatitis aguda pero la importancia recae en el desarrollo, al cabo de meses o años, de insuficiencia pancreática. Para su diagnóstico será necesario tener un alto índice de sospecha clínica y realizar pruebas de imagen que demuestren cambios propios de la PC. El manejo de esta entidad deberá ser multidisciplinar y consistirá en controlar de forma adecuada el dolor e iniciar tratamiento sustitutivo cuando se constate la presencia de insuficiencia pancreática exocrina y endocrina.
 
El caso que se reporta a continuación es un buen ejemplo de un caso de PC con presencia de insuficiencia exocrina y endocrina. Se documenta el proceso diagnóstico de la PC, en cuanto a pruebas de imagen y pruebas que demuestren la presencia de insuficiencia pancreática. Se exponen también las diferentes pruebas que se realizan para llegar a la etiología del cuadro. Se intenta reflejar el manejo que se debe llevar a cabo en estos pacientes y el seguimiento estricto que requieren.
Características clínico epidemiológicas y salud bucal en pacientes pediátricos portadores del Síndrome de Down
Authors: Alvarez Hernández José Carlos , Guzmán López Ailén , Del Toro Mosquera Gizet , Fernández De Posada Yuliem
Published: May 2022

Introducción: las personas con Síndrome de Down requieren de cuidados especiales para realizar su higiene bucal, por lo que reviste vital importancia el conocimiento de cada una de las particularidades en este tipo de pacientes para poder desarrollar una correcta atención estomatológica. Objetivo: caracterizar las variables clínico-epidemiológicas y la salud bucal en pacientes pediátricos portadores del síndrome de Down atendidos en consultas de Estomatología pertenecientes al municipio Morón, Ciego de Ávila. Métodos: se realizó un estudio observacional, descriptivo, de corte transversal, en el período comprendido de enero a noviembre del año 2019. Se trabajó con la totalidad del universo, constituido por 31 pacientes, seleccionado mediante muestreo no probabilístico intencional. Se utilizó estadística descriptiva y como medida de resumen de la información las frecuencias absolutas y relativas porcentuales. Resultados: el 64,5% perteneció al sexo masculino y el 48,4% representó al grupo de edad 12-14 años. El 100% de la población presentó enfermedades estomatológicas y el 54,8% padeció de cardiopatía congénita. La higiene bucal deficiente estuvo presente en el 67,7% de los casos. Las enfermedades bucales predominantes fueron la caries dental con el 77,4% y la enfermedad periodontal con 67,7%. Conclusiones: existió predominio del grupo de edad 12-14 años, el sexo masculino y las enfermedades estomatológicas. La higiene bucal deficiente y la caries dental estuvieron presentes en la mayoría de los pacientes.
Üsküdar’da Meydana Gelen Trafik Kazalarının Coğrafi Bilgi Sistemleri Yardımıyla Analizi
Authors: Siyavuş Ahmet Emrah
Published: May 2022

Yaşayan bir organizmaya benzeyen şehirlerin adeta hayat damarları olan yollar, araç ve yayaların ulaşımına hizmet eden mekânsal sistemlerdir. Ulaşımın önemli bir fonksiyonu olan yolların durumu trafik kazalarına sebebiyet verebilmektedir. Bu bakımdan trafik kazalarını en aza indirebilmek için çevresel faktörlerin etkisi ve kazaların meydana geldiği noktaların tespiti iyi bir şekilde analiz edilmelidir. Zira trafik kazalarından dolayı dünyada bir yılda yaklaşık 50 milyon kişi yaralanmakta, 1,3 milyon kişi hayatını kaybetmektedir. Bu bağlamda son yıllarda meydana gelen trafik kazalarını en aza indirebilmek için çeşitli çalışmalar yapılmaktadır. Bunlardan biri de Coğrafi Bilgi Sistemleri (CBS) yardımıyla yapılan analizlerdir. CBS ile konumsal veriler kayda alınarak kazaların sıklıkla meydana geldiği kara noktalar belirlenmekte, çevresel faktörler ve kazaya karışanların potansiyel durumları analiz edilebilmektedir. Bu çalışmada Üsküdar ilçesinde meydana gelen trafik kazaları ele alınmış, İstanbul Trafik Denetleme Şube Müdürlüğü’nden temin edilen trafik kaza tespit tutakları ve kazaya sebebiyet veren çevresel faktörler değerlendirilmiştir. Bu kapsamda 2016-2020 yılları arasında kazaların sıklıkla meydana geldiği noktalar, ArcGIS 10.8 programı ile haritalandırılmış, yol yüzeyleri ve kazaya karışan sürücülerin eğitim durumları yorumlanarak kaza riski yüksek bölgeler ve bunların sebepleri tespit edilmeye çalışılmıştır. Kazaların önemli bir kısmı sürücülerin dikkatsizliğine ve kavşaklara bağlı olarak 15 Temmuz Şehitler Köprüsü girişi, Altunizade Kavşağı ve Paşa Limanı Caddesi’nde meydana geldiği tespit edilmiştir.
Menakar Perbedaan Kurs Rupiah Terhadap Dolar Amerika Serikat dan Australia Sebelum dan Setelah PSBB WNA
Authors: Kelen Lusianus Heronimus Sinyo , Abbas Nur Asmy
Published: May 2022

This study aims to analyze the difference in the exchange rate of the Indonesian rupiah against two foreign currencies: United States dollar and Australian dollar before and after large-scale social restrictions for foreign nationals as of January 1, 2021. The research method used in this thesis is quantitative research. with a descriptive approach. Using the exchange rates of the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), United States Dollar (USD), and Australian Dollar (AUD) by obtaining data through the Bank Indonesia (BI) website, in the form of a January 2021 report. Analysis conducted on paired sample test, with research results showing no significant differences, it can be concluded that foreign exchange rates in each country are stable and improving
Menakar Penerapan Standar Operasional Prosedur Budidaya Untuk Pengendalian Kualitas Hasil Panen Jagung
Authors: Dwi Putra Achmad Ivan , Surianto Moh Agung
Published: May 2022

This research was conducted at PT. Agro Aku Bisa Jember, East Java. The aims of this study were (1) to analyze the application of standard operating procedures for cultivation on maize farming at PT. Agro Aku Bisa Jember; (2) the effectiveness of the implementation of Quality Control of maize yields at PT. Agro Aku Bisa Jember. The basic method used is descriptive qualitative with case study implementation method. Data were collected by interview, observation and documentation methods. The results showed that the application of standard cultivation procedures had been carried out well in the process of planting to harvesting based on the principles, namely: (a) pre-planting land maintenance process (b) periodic maintenance of corn plants.
Peran E-Commerce Dalam Pengoperasian UMKM di Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Andini Mela Fitri , Nafiza Fadiyah Sefia , Fernando Luiz , Yunita Nugia Dwi
Published: May 2022

This study aims to determine the role of increasing the income factors in e-commerce MSME on the operation of MSMEs during the Covid-19 pandemic. The method used in this research is quantitative. In this method, researchers distribute online questionnaires to 100 more respondents who are MSME owners, especially those who usemedia e-commerce in their business operations. The results of the research conducted showed that most of the MSME actors who were respondents in this study experienced an increase in their income level which was directly proportional to the development of their business operation process as seen by the increase and development of online sales through e-commerce during the Covid-19 pandemic
Kualitas Layanan, Kepuasan Mahasiswa dan Word of Mouth
Authors: Setiawan Nur Budi , Prastanto Sony
Published: May 2022

This study aims to determine the effect of service quality on student satisfaction in doing word of mouth for IST AKPRIND students. The type of research used is exploratory research with a quantitative approach. The sample in this study was 186 respondents who were alumni and active students at IST AKPRIND. The sampling technique used purposive random sampling. The data collection method used in this study used an online questionnaire with the google form application, which was distributed through social media. Data analysis in this study used the Structural Equation Method (SEM) to determine the size of the data, Maximum Likelihood was used where the number of samples was between 100 and 200 respondents. The results showed that the variables tangible, reliability, responsiveness, and assurance had a positive effect on satisfaction but not significant on satisfaction, while the empathy variable had a positive and significant effect on satisfaction. For the mediation variable, satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on word of mouth. Based on the results of this study, it is suggested to the management of IST AKPRIND to improve their services by focusing on the empathy dimension so that student satisfaction increases significantly.
Menakar Kelayakan Bisnis Kripik Lidah Buaya
Authors: Anggreani Risxa Ayu , Nurjanah Laily , Berlianna Tia Masherly , Mudzalifah Siti , Adinugroho Tatanka Rizky , Prasetyo Hendra Dwi
Published: May 2022

This research aims to find out whether or not the business of the Aloe Vera Kripik Business is produced by Alove.it team. The non-financial feasibility aspects used in the analysis of this research are aspects of production and marketing. As for the financial aspects used, namely payback period analysis tools, Net present value, Internal Rate of Return, and Profitability Index, to determine whether an effort is worth doing. The results obtained in this study that the Aloe Vera Kripik Business Alove.it from the results of the production aspects of this Alove.it business is declared feasible because the location is on the roadside, strategically profitable, and easily accessible to consumers, the technology used is cutting-edge and the manufacturing process is simple. From the marketing, aspect is stated quite well and decent, with high-quality products, affordable prices, and make good use of the role of social media where everyone can more easily buy it, the breadth of distribution reach, and advertise offered by the owner is enough to make consumers familiar with this product. In terms of finances shown that this Aloe Vera Kripik Business is said to be worth developing because the value results are above the minimum standard of investment. By generating Payback period for 21 days, net present value of Rp 2,284,416.5, Profitability Index value of 26.8%, and, Internal Rate of Return of 56%.
Menakar Kinerja Keuangan dengan Menggunakan Rasio Solvabilitas
Authors: Rininda Bella Puspita , Fitriani Yuli , Azizah Azizah
Published: May 2022

This study aims to measure the financial performance of PT AKR Corporindo Tbk’s 2015-2019 financial statements using the solvency ratio. The method in this research is quantitative. The subjects in this study were the financial statements of PT AKR Corporindo Tbk for the years 2015-2019 using the solvency ratio. The results of this study indicate that the assessment of financial performance at PT AKR Corporindo Tbk, for debt to asset ratio is considered not good because it exceeds the industry average standard set, for debt to equity ratio is considered healthy even though it exceeds the industry average standard, because large funds are obtained from short-term debt, namely debt business, and the long term debt to equity ratio is also considered good because it is below the industry average standard. The results of this study indicate that the solvency ratio at PT AKR Corporindo Tbk has decreased and increased based on industry standards.
Tren Gaya Hidup Milenial, Identitas Sosial dan Desain Coffe Shop
Authors: Arisanti Petty
Published: May 2022

This study aims to describe the background and describe the meaning of cafes as a marker of social class identity, for young people in the city of Kediri. This research is expected to contribute to the development of insight, especially insight into the phenomenon of human behavior that makes cafes a place to show social class. This research was conducted through a descriptive qualitative approach using a phenomenological study type of research. The primary data sources are six people who belong to millennials who like to hang out in luxury cafes. Secondary data sources come from books, magazines, articles on the internet, and print and electronic sources. Data collection methods used were participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis was carried out by interpretive qualitative analysis through four stages, namely data collection, data reduction and presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that the phenomenon of making cafes a second home was motivated by a need for a self-image of social class identity for millennials in the city of Kediri. The meanings that arise from the hangout phenomenon continuously and in the long term form perceptions as raised by people who like to show off a luxurious lifestyle on social media as a form of self-image that has a high social class. The implication of the results of this study is to form a perception of hangout culture which was initially only a physiological need then shifted to a social need, especially for millennials who follow every technological development.
Rasio Profitabilitas dan Penilaian Kinerja Keuangan UMKM
Authors: Nurjanah Laily , Berlianna Tia Masherly , Anggreani Risxa Ayu , Mudzalifah Siti , Adinugroho Tatanka Rizky , Prasetyo Hendra Dwi
Published: May 2022

This study analyzed the financial performance of MSME (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) Alove.it by using profitability ratio analysis. Methods of research using quantitative descriptive method. The type of data used for this research is secondary data. This study uses the financial statements of MSME ( Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) Alove.it with the period of October 2021 – November 2021. The performance can be judged as good or less good based on the results of the analysis reports on its finances. According to Harahap (2008:216), there are several financial analysis techniques that can be used to assess a company, one of them using the ratio analysis method. The technique used in this analysis is a technique of financial ratio analysis. The results showed in the month of October to November, Gross Profit Ratio decreased by 2%. However, it can still cover business expenses and also generate a net profit for the business. Overview of the months of October and November the Net Profit Margin of 42%. Overview in October and November decline in ROA by 38 % to 21 % and in October and November decline in ROE by 38% to 21%.
FOREIGN TRADE RELATIONS IN AZERBAIJAN AT THE LEVEL OF MODERN REQUIREMENTS
Authors: ALLAHVERDİYEVA Samira
Published: May 2022

The expansion of trade relations with foreign countries gives impetus to its worthy place among the economically developed countries. Each state seeks to increase its power and expand its activities in this direction by establishing trade relations with other states. Azerbaijan's foreign economic relations, in accordance with the new market rules, require the establishment of trade and economic relations with many countries, freedom of access to foreign markets and the possibility of integration into the world economy at the level of modern requirements. Here, mainly by studying the issues of expanding foreign trade relations of the Republic of Azerbaijan, I tried to make suggestions and recommendations on the existing problems in this area. Despite the amount of research, many problems remain. Given the urgency of the topic, in the article, I have tried to devote more space to the analytical analysis of issues that are considered important in this area. In addition, in the article, I have tried to make some suggestions on the revision of the concept of taxation of foreign trade, the effective use of the process of globalization. In order to carry out a high level of integration into the world economy, it is proposed to actively use electronic systems in the establishment of mechanisms for regulating foreign trade relations in Azerbaijan at the level of modern requirements, to create an information portal in this area.
EVALUATİON OF THE LAW NO. 7253 ON AMENDMENT OF THE LAW ON THE REGULATİON OF BROADCASTS MADE ON INTERNET AND COMBATİNG CRİMES COMMİTTED THROUGH THESE BROADCASTS İN THE CONTEXT OF FREEDOM OF EXPRESSİON AND PERSONAL RİGHTS
Authors: Şahin Zeynep
Published: May 2022

The internet environment, which transforms/changes our definitions of the concept of communication and our social life, and the new media order it brings, requires new and different legal regulations. The validity of social morality and legal rules that regulate the rules of living together in societies living in the unity of space and time, in an environment where space and time become meaningless, and people become anonymous with virtual identities apart from their real identities is debatable. The new media needs its own ethical and legal regulations that are compatible with the constantly changing conditions with the developments in technology. In this respect, it is essential that both states and international organizations can balance freedoms, especially personal rights and freedom of expression, on the one hand. On the other hand, it is essential to bring applicable rules in this area, which has a complex structure to control, independent of international borders. Freedom of expression has gained a strong, fast, and practical usage area with the development of new media technologies and the spread of social media platforms that allow user-derived content and interaction. However, social media platforms operating as global commercial enterprises may encounter significant problems in the process of balancing between the violation of personal rights and freedom of expression. Economic, political, and legal conflicts of interest between states, social media platforms, and users carry the regulations mentioned above to a sensitive dimension. This study is based on the freedom of expression and personal rights of Law No. 7253, which was adopted on 29.07.2020 and published in the Official Gazette on 31.07.2020. aims to be examined in context. These two rights, which are often contradictory and which are supposed to be handled within the framework of the concept of superior value, have found a new and largely uncontrolled area with social media platforms. On the other hand, with the heavy sanctions envisaged by Law No. 7253 includes the threat of turning social media platforms into a kind of censorship mechanism by encouraging them to remove content.
OUR FIRST POET AND THE ARABIC LEXICAL UNITS
Authors: SULEYMANOV Salman
Published: May 2022

In the article, the Arabic word units in the works of our poet Gazi Burhaneddin (1344-1398), who created the first Divan in the history of Turkish dialects literature are investigated. It is stated that these dictionary units are widely reflected in the works of Gazi Burhaneddin for the first time in the literature of Turkish dialects. Thus, Gazi Burhanaddin tried to ensure the eruza compatibility of his own language by using these dictionary units. Generally, the interrelationships between eruz and the Azerbaijani language are explored in the article. Gazi Burhaneddin is the first poet to write "Divan" in our mother tongue. In the third volume of the history of literature of Azerbaijan the article of Gazi Burhanaddin (1344-1398) begins with the following sentences: “Azerbaijani literature in the XIII-XIV centuries is entering a new stage of development. The most important event of the period is the emergence of mother tongue poetry. For centuries due to historical-socio-political reasons, Arabic (VII-X centuries) and Persian (XI-XII centuries) were in high positions in the literature of written Azerbaijan, as well as in the literature of some Near and Middle Eastern countries. The well-known literary theorist and critic Hatib Tabrizi wrote his works in Arabic, the world-famous Hagani, Nizami wrote in Persian... Raising the flag of poetry in its own language in the XIV century, Gazi Burhaneddin is one of the poets who created hundreds of works in the Azerbaijani language. It is clear from the sources that Gazi Burhaneddin was a well-known generation of his time, received an excellent education and he lived in Arab countries for a long time. Therefore, he knew Arabic very well. Yet according to literary history, “he... if he's holding a sword in one hand, he held a pen in his other hand, “Tercihit-tozih” (predominance of explanations), "İksirus-seadet fi esraril-ibadet" (The gem of happiness is in the secrets of worship) as. He wrote scientific works in Arabic and he has created precious melodies that touch the hearts…” "Although the sources indicate that the poet has poems in Arabic and Persian, its famous "Divan" is in the Azerbaijani language.
CLIMATE TRANSFORMATION AND GREEN FINANCE Ss, 54-69
Authors: Keskin Meltem
Published: May 2022

Climate change is one of the first problems that threaten the lives of all living things on earth. All societies, whether developed or developing, leave high levels of carbon footprints on the planet. Societies have come into existence by producing. One of the main requirements for being a developed economy is production. However, many sectors such as logistics, construction, technology are dependent on energy use, in terms of human activities and all production stages. In addition, countries consume more energy while industrializing with their developing economies. This energy use causes high carbon emissions. If the energy used to carry out these economic activities is based on fossil fuels, even higher carbon emissions into the atmosphere are inevitable. As a result, the world has to face more environmental and climate risks. Climate sensitivity is required for caring to the living environment and to ensure sustainable economic development. For this, not only governments or individuals, but also all their sectors need to realize fundamental structural change. In order for this process to continue in a healthy way, it is necessary to make investments not only in the sector, but also in many fields. When it comes to providing the financial source of investments, the new generation climate finance comes into play. It is important to implement costly international projects to protect the climate and ecological system. It is necessary to fund the projects for the protection, development and sustainability of the ecological system, while presenting the financial instruments that mediate the provision of these funds to the investors. In addition, the demand for green securities continues to increase with the increasing sensitivity of investors to the environment and climate. With the increasing investor demands, the issuance of green financial instruments in the markets started to grow to a significant extent. Today, the market size of green bonds and other climate compatible securities continues to increase in both developed and emerging stock markets. In this study, while examining the characteristics of green and sustainable bonds in financial markets, low carbon emission economy and climate change finance are also evaluated.
METAPHORICAL TRANSFERS IN THE POEMS OF MAHTUMKULU FIRAKI AND ABDULLA ORIPOV
Authors: YILMAZ Emra , YILMAZ Tuğba
Published: May 2022

In the study, some concepts such as heart, voice, word, line, poem, epic, idea in the poems of Turkmen national poet Mahtumkulu Firâkî and Uzbek national poet Abdulla Oripov were analyzed in terms of metaphorical transfers. As it is known, the classical Turkmen literature of Firaki, who lived in the 18th century, Oripov, on the other hand, are two prominent figures of modern Uzbek Literature. In the research, the relationship between language and thought was examined and it was aimed to draw attention to the meanings attributed to the aforementioned concepts and the conceptual thought structure, contemplation power, mental journey, inner voice and expression style of both poets. The concept of metaphor, which was initially focused on by philosophy, has become a common concept applied by many disciplines, especially literature, over time. Metaphorical elements determined by using the document analysis method; It has been categorized on the basis of ontological, structural, orientation metaphors that were formulated as conventional metaphors by George Lakoff and Mark Johnson in the 1980s. In addition, metonymic uses and some indirect (perifrastic) elements are also included. It is aimed to analyze some cultural codes in Turkmen and Uzbek literature through the literary heritage of these artists.
EVALUATION OF SIIRT LOCAL EATING AND DRINKING CULTURE IN TERMS OF THE POTENTIAL FOR ALTERNATIVE TOURISM
Authors: HADİMLİ Halil , SARI Cemali , YÜKSEL Musa
Published: May 2022

The changing socio-economic conditions in the world have also changed the demands and expectations from the tourism sector. For this reason, alternative tourism activities, which have been developing rapidly since 1980, have emerged. These activities were primarily used in areas where tourism is well developed, to spread tourism throughout the year by using the existing tourism infrastructure. Alternative tourism activities have turned into great opportunities to bring tourism to areas that have not met tourism before. Turkey has numerous geographical locations, cultural and social landscapes that can be evaluated in terms of alternative tourism resources. The unique eating and drinking culture of almost every city in Turkey has also revealed great potential for "gastronomy tourism", which is one of the alternative tourism activities. However, it cannot be said that this potential has been sufficiently evaluated yet. The research area is located in the Dicle Section of the Southeastern Anatolia Region. In Siirt, which has hosted many cultures throughout history, the culture of foodways is quite diverse. The natural geographical features and human texture of the settlement are effective in the emergence of this culture. Turkish, Arab, Kurdish and Armenian cultures are the stakeholders that shape the traditional foodways culture of Siirt. The existence of materials and traditional dishes such as “Büryan”, “Severkitel”, “Kitel” proves the cultural mosaic. There are some ritualized behaviors in the preparation of traditional dishes in Siirt. Especially in the production of labor-intensive local dishes, there are "imece" behaviors that are on the verge of extinction in most of Anatolia. The foodways culture of the region has been effective in the emergence of the local architecture. Especially in “Cas houses”, there are functional spaces designed for foodways culture. In the research area, the development of the foodways culture is also observed in the commercial life of the city. Especially the excess of places that are expressed as "buryanist" can be shown as proof of this. There has been an increase in the number of establishments that make other local dishes in recent years. This situation will become more widespread if Siirt is included in the itineraries of gastronomic tours to the Southeastern Anatolia Region.
Improving Health Literacy Knowledge, Behaviors, and Confidence with Interactive Training
Authors: Gibson Cori , Smith Danielle , Morrison Andrea K.
Published: May 2022

Background:

Ensuring that health care professionals are knowledgeable about the influence limited health literacy has on health outcomes and how to apply health literate strategies is crucial to transform quality and safety in care settings. Although many organizational efforts to address health literacy have focused on hospital settings, few have focused on primary care. The designation of a patient-centered medical home requires the need to address integrating health literacy and the training needs of primary care settings.

Brief description of activity:

An interactive health literacy training intervention was developed, implemented, and evaluated for 25 primary care clinics. This included an online educational module, in-person application activities, and a sustainability plan to continue skill building, reinforce behaviors, and support practice.

Implementation:

Using a descriptive pre- and post-training design, three survey measures were used to rate health literacy knowledge, behaviors, and confidence levels of more than 475 primary care staff. A pre-training survey was completed prior to completion of an interactive online health literacy module and attendance at an in-person training session which followed. A post-training survey was then completed. Sustainment activities, including lunch and learns, and reinforcement activities by clinic leaders, were initiated to promote use of the strategies in practice. A 1-year follow-up survey was then administered to measure sustainability.

Results:

The interactive training intervention improved primary care staff's knowledge, behaviors, and confidence in using health literacy strategies with patients and families. Common barriers and facilitators around the use of these strategies were also identified.

Lessons learned:

Careful consideration should be taken when developing health literacy training to ensure it will be effective, efficient, and sustainable. Using elements that facilitate the transfer of training to practice will help improve success. Addressing barriers and promoting facilitators, as well as integrating and connecting health literacy strategies with existing organizational goals and initiatives offer additional ways to reinforce and sustain the practice change.

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HLRP: Health Literacy Research and Practice
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Plain Language Summary:

Clinic staff can improve how they provide information and education to children and families. Interactive training about health literacy led clinic staff to (1) know more about health literacy, (2) use health literacy strategies more, and (3) feel more confident using health literacy strategies. Training over time, supporting staff, and connecting to organizational goals are important for sustainment.
Inadequate Oxygen Delivery Dose and Major Adverse Events in Critically Ill Children With Sepsis
Authors: Roy Katie L. , Fisk Anna , Forbes Peter , Holland Conor C. , Schenkel Sara R. , Vitali Sally , DeGrazia Michele
Published: May 2022

Background

The inadequate oxygen delivery (IDo2) index is used to estimate the probability that a patient is experiencing inadequate systemic delivery of oxygen. Its utility in the care of critically ill children with sepsis is unknown.

Objective

To evaluate the relationship between IDo2 dose and major adverse events, illness severity metrics, and outcomes among critically ill children with sepsis.

Methods

Clinical and IDo2 data were retrospectively collected from the records of 102 critically ill children with sepsis, weighing >2 kg, without preexisting cardiac dysfunction. Descriptive, nonparametric, odds ratio, and correlational statistics were used for data analysis.

Results

Inadequate oxygen delivery doses were significantly higher in patients who experienced major adverse events (n = 13) than in those who did not (n = 89) during the time intervals of 0 to 12 hours (P < .001), 12 to 24 hours (P = .01), 0 to 24 hours (P < .001), 0 to 36 hours (P < .001), and 0 to 48 hours (P < .001). Patients with an IDo2 dose at 0 to 12 hours at or above the 80th percentile had the highest odds of a major adverse event (odds ratio, 23.6; 95% CI, 5.6-99.4). Significant correlations were observed between IDo2 dose at 0 to 12 hours and day 2 maximum vasoactive inotropic score (ρ = 0.27, P = .006), day 1 Pediatric Logistic Organ Dysfunction (PELOD-2) score (ρ = 0.41, P < .001), day 2 PELOD-2 score (ρ = 0.44, P < .001), intensive care unit length of stay (ρ = 0.35, P < .001), days receiving invasive ventilation (ρ = 0.42, P < .001), and age (ρ = −0.47, P < .001).

Conclusions

Routine IDo2 monitoring may identify critically ill children with sepsis who are at the highest risk of adverse events and poor outcomes.
Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome in Women vs Men: Analysis of 1496 Cases at a Single Site
Authors: Canales Francisco J. , Davis Jesse , Girgla Navkaran , Emami Maryam , Cooper Tracy , Carlson Richard W.
Published: May 2022

Background

Studies of alcohol withdrawal syndrome indicate a higher prevalence in men than in women. However, it is unknown how the condition differs between the sexes.

Objective

To assess alcohol withdrawal syndrome in women versus men at a single site.

Methods

All cases of alcohol withdrawal syndrome at a public hospital from 2010 to 2014 were reviewed retrospectively. For all 1496 episodes, age, sex, and admission to a general care unit (ward) versus the medical intensive care unit were ascertained, along with patient survival. A detailed analysis was performed of 437 cases: all 239 patients admitted to the medical intensive care unit, all 99 female patients admitted to the ward, and 99 randomly selected male patients admitted to the ward. Also analyzed were administration of benzodiazepines, disease course, length of stay, and complications.

Results

Men accounted for 92% of all cases (1378 of 1496; P < .001) and medical intensive care unit admissions (220 of 239; P < .05). Sixteen percent of both men and women were admitted to the medical intensive care unit. Men were older (mean age, 45.6 vs 43.9 years; P < .01), and women required more benzodiazepines. Similar rates of complications occurred in both sexes, although women had a higher rate of pancreatitis and men had higher rates of pneumonia, higher rates of sepsis, and longer stays.

Conclusions

Men and women with alcohol withdrawal syndrome have similar complications, courses, and intensive care unit admission rates, although men are more prone to pneumonia and have longer stays.
Standardized Change-of-Shift Handoff: Nurses’ Perspectives and Implications for Evidence-Based Practice
Authors: Rhudy Lori M. , Johnson Maren R. , Krecke Catherine A. , Keigley Danielle S. , Kraft Sarah J. , Maxson Pamela M. , McGill Sharon M. , Warfield Karen T.
Published: May 2022

Background

Nursing handoff is a communication activity with a high risk for loss or omission of information. Efforts to improve handoffs include standardization of the processes and content of handoff communications.

Objectives

To examine nurses’ perspectives on the structure and organization of change-of-shift handoffs.

Methods

A qualitative descriptive approach was used to conduct a secondary analysis of focus group data. Thirty-four nurses from 4 critical care units participated in focus groups.

Results

Three themes emerged: handoff elements are defined by practice and culture; a clear, consistent, identified structure supports handoff; and personal preferences can disrupt handoff.

Conclusions

A standardized approach to handoff based on unit and organizational needs will be more successful than a broad mandate of content and organization. Individual preference is prevalent and strongly influences the information conveyed and the structure of handoff communication.
Membrane bioreactors for biothecnology and medical applications
Authors: Drioli Enrico
Published: May 2022

Biological membranes are well organized systems of lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates. They regulate the composition of the intracellular medium by controlling the flow of nutrients, waste products, ions, etc. into and out of the cell. The function of membrane proteins is mainly to allow the transport of ions and polar substances that would not otherwise permeate through the non polar membrane core. [...]
Membranes in bioartificial organs
Authors: De Bartolo L. , Morelli S. , Bader A. , Drioli E.
Published: May 2022

Polymeric semipermeable membranes and membrane processes play a pivotal role in replacement therapy for acute and chronic organ failure and in the management of immunological disease.AII clinical blood purification methods employ membrane devices [I]: for the intra and extra-corporeal treatment of patients with various pathologies for the removal of endogeneous or exogeneous toxins form blood (plasmapheresis, hemodialysis; hemo-diafiltration) or for the gas exchange with blood (blood oxygenation). [...]
Genetic characterization of an isolated alpine population using seroprotein markers: Vallouise (Briançonnais)
Authors: Salis N. , Rabino Massa E.
Published: May 2022

The aim of the ''Dauphiné Project'' is to reconstruct, with a wide perspective and multidisciplinary approach, the anthropological history of some mountain populations in both the French and Italian parts of the Dauphiné. Mountain populations present peculiarities that make them interesting to anthropology: living in difficult climatic conditions, continuous biological and socio-economic adaptation.

The present study is an analysis of some seroprotein markers in blood samples of subjects living in mountain communities in the Western Alps and native to the area for at least two generations.

The data for these seroprotein systems are the first results of the biological study of populations of the Western Alps. Thus they are an important contribution to our otherwise scanty knowledge about the distribution of these polymorph isms in the populations under study.
Action of ion flux regulators on membrane of liver cells in primary culture
Authors: Naitana G.
Published: May 2022

The present paper deals with the interaction of some ion flux regulators and metabolic inhibitors upon the generation of the membrane potential in isolated liver cell culture. This study is the basis of an accurate selection of inhibitors of specific cellular metabolic pathways, which control the ion transport of membrane. This selection will allow to improve both the fluorescence microscopy study methods of membrane transport and the evaluation techniques concerning the action of some metabolic modulators such as the hormones. [...]
Determinants of incomplete vaccination among children 12-23 months in Nigeria
Authors: Ogundele Olorunfemi Akinbode , Ogundele Tolulope , Fehintola Funmito Omolola , Fagbemi Aderonke Tolulope , Beloved Omolola O. , Osunmakinwa Olugbenga Olusegun
Published: May 2022

Objectives:

The study aimed to assess the prevalence and the determinants of incomplete childhood vaccination in Nigeria.

Materials and Methods:

The data for this study was the 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey. Multivariable multilevel logistic regression analysis techniques using Stata statistical software (version 13) were used in analyzing the data of 5,384 children aged 12–23 months old.

Results:

About 69.6% of the children were incompletely vaccinated. Individual-level factors such as maternal education, household wealth were associated with incomplete vaccination. The odds of incomplete vaccination among children of mothers without education was 68% higher than those with secondary education and above (adjusted odds ratio [AOR]: (AOR = 1.68; 95% confidence intervals [CI]: 1.56–2.56). Equally children from high wealth index have reduced odds of incomplete vaccination compared to those from low wealth index (AOR = 0.58; 95% CI: 0.47–0.71). Community-level factors such as place of residence, difficulty in getting to health facility were equally associated with vaccination status. The likelihood of incomplete vaccination was 26% higher among children whose parents had difficulty reaching the health facility (AOR = 1.26; 95% CI: 1.11–1.50) than those that did not. In addition, the likelihood of been incompletely vaccinated reduced for children whose mothers live in urban areas (AOR = 0.47; 95% CI: 0.40–0.59).

Conclusions:

Incomplete childhood vaccination is prevalent in the country and associated with various individual and community factors. Program and policies aimed at improving childhood vaccination uptake should target the identified factors.
Assessment of heavy metal concentrations as indicator of pollution in Clarias gariepinus (African catfish) of Warwade reservoir, Dutse, Jigawa State-Nigeria
Authors: Saiyadi A.R. , Mustapha K.U. , Ado I.M. , Nafiu S.A.
Published: May 2022

Pollution status of Warwade reservoir was assessed using heavy metals bioaccumulation in water, gills and liver samples of C. gariepinus between July and December, 2019. Heavy metals analyses were carried out using microwave plasma atomic spectroscopy (MP-AES). Water and fish were sampled fortnightly from the three sites coded as upstream (A), midstream (B) and downstream (C) between 7:00 – 7:30am for period of six months. The results revealed that heavy metal concentrations in water followed the order: Cr (2.15mg/L)>Cu (1.40mg/L) > Pb (0.89mg/L)> Cd (0.68mg/L). Bioaccumulation Factor (BAF) of heavy metal concentration in water decreased in the order of Cr > Pb > Cu >Cd. In the fish organs, gills had the highest value of Cr, followed by Pb, Cu and Cd recorded the lowest. The BAF in liver tissues decreased in the order of Cu > Pb > Cr >Cd. BAF for Cu was highest in liver tissue (2.90) while the lowest was obtained in the gills (1.04). Lead (Pb) had its highest value in liver (2.16) and the lowest value (1.33) was obtained in the gill. BAF in Cr had its highest value of 2.15 in water and the lowest was obtained in the gills. Heavy metals bioaccumulation differed significantly (p<0.05) between the sampling sites and seasons with the exception of cadmium which did not differed significantly (p>0.05). It can be deduced that heavy metals bioaccumulation in the fish tissue is attributed to the influx of chemicals into the reservoir as a result of agrochemicals input among other anthropogenic activities. It is recommended that indiscriminate release of the xenobiotic compounds should be minimized in order to avert degradation of the reservoir in the long run. Intervention by appropriate authorities to curtail the effects of heavy metals on fish species among other important biota is recommended.
Stability analysis of the mathematical modelling of transmission and control of rabies incorporating vaccination class
Authors: Somma S.A. , Balogun R.T. , Eguda F.Y. , Abdurrahman N.O. , Adama P.W. , Yisa E.M.
Published: May 2022

Rabies is a viral disease of nervous system that is often transmitted to human beings through the bite or scratch of rabid animals. The uprising of in-security globally has forced several people to get dogs in their houses. In this paper the mathematical model of rabies transmission and control was formulated by incorporating vaccination class. The Disease Free Equilibrium (DFE) state of the model was obtain and used to compute the basic reproduction number R0 . Local stability analysis of the DFE was carried out using Jacobian Matrix techniques. The DFE is locally asymptotically stable if R0 <1.

 

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