bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Incidence and trends in the treatment of kidney stones in Canada
Authors: Ordon Michael , Lantz Powers Andrea , Chew Ben H. , Lee Jason Y. , Kogon Michael , Sivalingam Sri , De Shubha , Bhojani Naeem , Andonian Sero
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Our objective was to assess the incidence of kidney stones requiring acute care, trends in the surgical treatment of stones, and the demographics of stone formers in Canada.
Methods: We conducted a population-based, retrospective cohort study using administrative data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information. We included Canadian residents age >18, outside of Quebec, who presented between January 1, 2013, and December 31, 2018, with a kidney stone episode. This was defined as a kidney stone resulting in hospital admission, emergency department visit, or stone intervention, specifically shockwave lithotripsy (SWL), ureteroscopy (URS), or percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL).
Results: There were 471 824 kidney stone episodes, including 184 373 interventions. The number of kidney stone episode increased from 277/100 000 in 2013 to 290/100 000 in 2018. The median age was 53 (interquartile range 41–65) and 59.9% were male. The crude rate for stone intervention was 877/100 000. The age- and gender-standardized rate for interventions was highest in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and Labrador and lowest in Prince Edward Island. The most common intervention in Canada was URS (73.5%), followed by SWL (19.8%) and PCNL (6.7%). The percent utilization of SWL was highest in Manitoba, whereas for URS, it was highest in Prince Edward Island and Alberta.
Conclusions: Our study provides the first population-based data on the demographics of stone formers and treatment trends across Canada. There has been a 4.7% increase in kidney stone episodes over the study period. Those presenting to hospital or requiring intervention for a kidney stone are more likely to be male, age 41–65, and undergo URS.
Tanggung Jawab KPU Sintang Dalam Administrasi Pemilihan Umum Yang Merugikan Hak Pemilih Dalam Perspektif Hukum Perdata
Authors: Ngebi Stefanus
Published: February 2024

Pesta demokrasi merupakan hak asasi manusia yang dijamin oleh undang-undang. Hak untuk memberikan suara, merupakan hak perdata atau hak yang melekat langsung kepada setiap orang untuk memberikan dan berkontribusi terhadap pembangunan di Indonesia melaui pemilihan umum. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk memberikan informasi dan membuka cakrawala pemikiran kristis yang membangun dalam meningkatkan kualitas pemilihan umum yang berkeadilan dan cerdas sehingga menghasilkan pemimpin berkualitas tanpa mengesampingkan hak perdata di Kabupaten Sintang. Metode yang digunakan oleh peneliti dalam penulisan ini adalah metode hukum normatif yaitu penelitian hukum yuridis sosiologis dimana penelitian ini berbasis pada penelitian hukum peraturan perundang-undangan. Teknik pengumpulan data primer dan sekunder. Data primer dengan cara wawancara dan observasi langsung ke lembaga penyelenggara pemilu sedangkan data sekunder dengan mengumpulkan kepustakaan dan dokumen yang berkaitan dengan masalah penelitian. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa Komisi Pemilihan Umum Daerah Kabupaten Sintang memiliki tanggung jawab moril terhadap suksesnya penyelenggaraan pemilihan umum. Hak dan kewajiban utama KUPD Kabuapten Sintang dalam mendukung pemilu adalah terkait dengan penetapan daftar pemilih tetap (DPT) yang memegang asas partisipatif. Selain itu, KPUD juga berperan penting dalam melakukan distribusi surat pemberitahuan pemilu kepada para pemilih yang mana memegang peran penting terhadap angka partisipasi pemilih di Kabupaten Sintang. Saat ini KPUD Sintang sudah melaksanakan tugasnya dengan baik sesuai dengan peraturan perundang-undangan yang berlaku terutama Hukum perdata di Indonesia.
Assessing the Efficacy of Canada’s Pre-Arrival Settlement Services on Immigrant Integration: A Comprehensive Analysis of the New Immigration Pre-Landing Settlement Service
Authors: Maharjan Sabina
Published: February 2024

Canada has the tradition of welcoming the immigrants from the diverse background. It aims to assess the efficacy of new immigrant pre-arrival settlements on immigrant integrations in Canada. Understanding the importance of immigrant integration, Canada strongly emphasizes on the pre-arrival services with the knowledge to represent the innovative approach. This research studies on the dependent variable i.e. New Immigrant Integration and independent variables i.e. duration of pre-arrival settlement, access to pre-arrival information and resources, and cultural sensitivity of pre-arrival settlement services. The researcher uses quantitative method and examine data from service providers and contemporary immigrants. The study evaluates immigrant integration based on employment rates, dialect abilities, social integration and satisfaction with settlement services. The relationship between independent and dependent variables is assessed using statistical tools i.e. multiple regression prove the hypothesis of the study. The findings in this study contribute to a deeper understanding on the efficacy of Canada's pre-arrival settlements with the evidence. It contributes the insights for the policy makers and service providers for successful immigrant integration in Canadian Society.
LINGUISTIC FEATURES F BRRWED TERMS F APPLIED GEMETRY AND THEIR SEMANTIC MDIFICATIN IN THE KAZAKH LANGUAGE
Authors:   L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Kemelbekova Elmira
Published: February 2024

This article deals with the problems of borrowed terms in the field of applied geometry. The choice of the research topic is due to the fact that the study of the process of borrowing terms, as well as their use in the field of applied geometry is one of the relevant topics in modern Kazakh terminology. It should be noted that borrowed terms of applied geometry belong to the least studied problems of modern linguistics. The purpose of this study is to study the features of semantics and functioning of borrowed vocabulary in the field of applied geometry. The object of research is the semantics of borrowed terms of applied geometry. Within the framework of this study, the article analyzes theoretical research on this topic and defines the concept of the term borrowing, highlights the main periods of introduction of borrowed and international terms into the Kazakh language, establishes the reasons for the penetration of borrowed terms of applied geometry. The features of their active use and functioning, principles and ways of their ordering are revealed. At the same time the views of a number of scientists on this process and their contribution to the Kazakh term creationare given.In the course of the study more than 150 borrowed geometric terms wereselected and analyzed. These lexemes were studied by descriptive method, the method of continuous sampling, statistical and corpus analysis. On the basis of the conducted research the author has analyzed the origin, semantic and structural features of borrowed terms in the field of applied geometry in the Kazakh language. The classification of borrowed terms is given.
RELATO DE CASO: DOENÇA DE CASTLEMAN UNICÊNTRICA RETROPERITONEAL.
Authors: Suzuki Rodrigues Vivian , Henrique Sanchez Cavalheiro Lucas , Pirágine Oioli Filipe , Miranda Auricchio Lorella , Moura Rodrigues Tiago , Meirelles dos Santos André
Published: February 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: A doença de Castleman (DC) é um distúrbio linfoproliferativo raro, que pode ser dividida em unicêntrica e multicêntrica. A variante unicêntrica manifesta-se como massas de tecido linfóide localizadas. Apresentamos o caso de uma paciente com massa expansiva retroperitoneal que após ressecção marginal da lesão foi diagnosticada com doença de Castleman unicêntrica.

APRESENTAÇÃO DO CASO: Paciente feminina, 40 anos, referindo lombalgia esquerda com irradiação para membros inferiores, associado a hipoestesia em bota abaixo dos joelhos há 2 anos. Ressonância magnética abdominal evidenciando lesão posterior ao músculo Psoas direito, deslocando-o anteriormente e com plano de clivagem preservado. Medindo 3,5 x 2,8 cm nos maiores eixos. Realizada ressecção marginal da lesão expansiva retroperitoneal videolaparoscopica, sem intercorrências. Análise histológica evidenciou alterações morfológicas sugestivas de DC subtipo hialino vascular. Estudo imunohistoquímico consistente com o diagnóstico.

CONCLUSÃO: Durante investigação e abordagem de massa sólida retroperitoneal solitária, a hipótese diagnóstica de DC unicêntrica deve ser considerada.
Relato de caso: hamartoma fibroso escrotal na infância
Authors: Valadares Ferreira Savio , Henrique Sugai Murilo , Caetano de Souza Netto Antonino , Corrêa do Nascimento Guilherme , Vieira Zerati Ricardo , Zerati Filho Miguel
Published: February 2024

Introdução: Os tumores escrotais na infância são condições incomuns na rotina do urologista. Geralmente assintomáticos, são diagnosticados pela alteração do volume escrotal. O tratamento na maioria das vezes é sua exérese cirúrgica, sendo na maioria dos casos curativo e com baixa morbidade, entretanto lesões despercebidas e não tratadas podem evoluir de forma catastrófica no desenvolvimento da criança. 

Apresentação do caso: O objetivo deste relato é apresentar um caso raro de tumor escrotal na infância, cujo tratamento foi a exérese cirúrgica, tendo boa evolução.

Conclusão: Conclui-se que o tumor no escroto, para testicular, em crianças, necessita identificação precoce, sendo difícil sua caracterização sem a exérese cirúrgica, para obtenção do anatomopatológico. Geralmente são benignos, podem ser curados com baixa comorbidade e sem grandes complicações.
CISTITE GLANDULAR COM METAPLASIA INTESTINAL MULTIFOCAL EM PACIENTE JOVEM COM SINTOMAS OBSTRUTIVOS DO TRATO URINÁRIO: RELATO DE CASO.
Authors: Vicente Andrade Lucas , Klüber Isadora , Mateus Pinto Nunes Fernando , Proner Pereira Lucas , Maurizio Nery Fabio
Published: February 2024

A cistite glandular (CG) é uma condição benigna caracterizada por  alteração inflamatória da mucosa vesical com formação de vesículas ou cistos subepiteliais e metaplasia glandular. Apresenta-se principalmente como lesões bolhosas no colo vesical, muitas vezes associada à inflamação crônica da bexiga. Relatamos um paciente do sexo masculino, de 23 anos, sem fatores de riscos associados, usuário de esteroides anabolizantes, manifestando com sintomas obstrutivos do trato geniturinário inferior. Exame de ecografia demonstrou espessamento do assoalho e lesão vegetante no colo vesical. Submetido à cistoscopia que revelou lesões vesicais bolhosas com inclusões citoplasmáticas de aspecto azulado. A biópsia confirmou cistite cística e glandular com metaplasia intestinal multifocal. Após tratamento com ressecção transuretral das lesões, houve melhora dos sintomas.  A abordagem terapêutica envolve a correção de fatores etiológicos, tratamento medicamentoso ou tratamento cirúrgico para controle dos sintomas. É importante o diagnóstico diferencial com outras afecções malignas da bexiga.
Overload and spirituality of the informal caregiver: a narrative review
Authors: Iroldi Grazielle Ferreira , Grazzianno Pedro , Guiesi Pedro Henrique Machado , Alves Élen dos Santos , Dos Santos-Orlandi Ariene Angelini , Inouye Keika
Published: February 2024

Not infrequently, the caregivers involved prioritize the dependent person and forget their own care because of the complexity of daily tasks, as well as leaving aside their needs and activities that provide satisfaction in living. Over time, this can cause overload to the caregiver. Spirituality provides subjective elaboration of relevance to existence, which increases the motivation for facing and overcoming adversities. This research aims to conduct a narrative review of studies on the topics of overload, care and spirituality of the informal caregiver. To do so, the topics of overload, spirituality and the confrontation by informal caregivers were addressed according to the previous themes. The literature points out that caring for an elderly person can bring physical and emotional overload, and the caregiver is more likely to develop depressive symptoms, anxiety, smoking, worse health, and to consume hypnotic and anxiolytic substances. Thus, spirituality is important not only for the help of facing diseases, but for the coping with adversities that appear in the life of the informal caregiver. There is a need for more studies and public policies on this theme, since there is a large gap in literature today.
Limits to the employer in managing employee data in labor relations
Authors: Moreira Aline Simonelli , Leite Carlos Henrique Bezerra
Published: February 2024

Despite the creation of legal standards for data protection in both the international and Brazilian spheres, the matter needs further elaboration regarding the limitations that must be established for the employer in the management of employee data in labor relations both in pre-contractual phase, both in the maintenance of labor contracts and in the dismissal of employees. Principles such as Dignity of the Human Person, Freedom of Profession, Non-Discrimination, Proportionality, Purpose, Adequacy and Necessity must be observed. To this end, the role of data protection supervisory agents in the labor sphere must be highlighted.
Use of plant extracts (Ricinus communis) to control undesirable insects in the cultivation of caupi beans
Authors: Santana Raila da Rosa , Da Silva Risete Maria , Brito Cristiane do Socorro Nunes , Da Luz Laís Rosário , Santana Railson da Rosa , Pinheiro Gisele Martins , Da Silva Eduardo Melo , Brito Edna Antônia da Silva
Published: February 2024

The objetive was to evaluate the action of the extracts from the castor bean plant, the shells of the seeds, the seeds and the leaves of the castor bean plant on the insects that are likely to cause damage in the caupi-bean plant. The experiment was carried out at the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Pará (IFPA- Campus Bragança) located in the municipality of Bragança, located in the northeast region of the state of Pará. The trials were conducted in the first half of 2023, namely: 1-Screening of castor bean by-products, seed hulls, seeds and castor bean leaves using ethanol as solvent; 2- Dose response curve extracting bioactive substances from seed, seed and leaf hulls with ethanol. Casualized blocks (CBD) with three repetitions and four treatments, divided into four blocks, each block had 50 plants with plant spacing of 20cm and 50 cm between rows with local breaded bean cultivar. Treatments were applied once/week after the infestation appeared, after filtering dilution was done for each case in a single spray. Testing of formulates with an interval of one week in each treatment were applied: witness, MSM, SM and FoM, all using ethanol at 92.8° INPM in the preparation of SE and applied in the dosage of 10%(m/v). Evaluation of treatments was performed 48 hours after spraying by counting live and dead insects. The effects of oil and leaf and shell extracts from the castor bean plant on mortality of aphids, caterpillars, bedbugs and cowpeas in beans were investigated using second order regression analyzes. The analyzes were carried out in the Past 4.14 program. As the concentration of oil extracted from castor bean seeds is increased, there is an increase in the mortality rate.  The concentrations of aqueous extracts from the castor bean leaves, more efficiency in the results. Thus, the plant extracts tested are a viable alternative for the control of Aphis craccivora, Bemisia tabaci, Diabrotica speciosa, Spodoptera eridania and Nezara viridula, being affordable products for easy preparation and application.
The Unified Health System as a strategic instrument of state public policy for national development and its challenges
Authors: Da Paixão Alex Sandro , Vicentin Ivan Carlos
Published: February 2024

Considering the peculiarities of the health conditions of the Brazilian population and the need for better access to public services, this article makes a study on the importance of public health policy, materialized by the Unified Health System (SUS), as a strategic item for the development of the Country and for the configuration of territorial space, from the perspective of acting as a Strategic State, even under a strong context of fiscal restrictions. To this end, a bibliographic and documentary research methodology will be used, using qualitative and quantitative secondary data sources, understanding the theme, concepts and relevant theories. Health inequalities are discussed as a global and national issue to be considered and addressed; the factors of health demand and supply and their relationships with the territorial configuration and socioeconomic development to be considered in the definition of national health policy. It also discusses the current organization of the SUS and the difficulties in implementing its principles of universality and integrality, understanding obstacles faced by the SUS and their consequences, its financing and the impact of fiscal austerity. As a result and main conclusion, we have the understanding that public health and its potential have been neglected over the years, however, it should be seen by society and the government as a strategic policy because it is a factor that, in addition to ensuring health itself dictated and for the well-being of individuals, it conditions development and regional dynamics itself, with potential impact on income, employment, investments and innovations and even on the configuration of urban-rural territorial space. Furthermore, the SUS demonstrates that it lacks greater cohesion of social and political forces, which must be more aware and mobilized, for its defense and the achievements of Public Health.
A função do teatro em uma educação emancipadora
Authors: Audi Sérgio Luís
Published: February 2024

Argumentação em favor da arte teatral como componente fundamental de uma prática educacional emancipadora, a partir dos conceitos desenvolvidos pelas teorias da Arte/Educação e das reflexões de artistas/pedagogos do teatro. Trabalha as noções de liberdade e de emancipação, a partir das reflexões de Karl Marx sobre a autoconstituição do ser humano através de sua atividade sensível, agregando a prática teatral do pesquisador, que utiliza como um de seus recursos artísticos o Teatro do Oprimido desenvolvido por Augusto Boal, apontando a possibilidade de ressignificação simbólica do indivíduo através da experiência artística na atividade educacional.
Fertilizer price behavior in Brazil - 2018 to 2021
Authors: Tabosa Francisco José Silva , Castelar Pablo Urano de Carvalho , Amorim Domingos Isaias Maia , Albuquerque Eucinete Menezes , Lessa Laura Cunha Rebouças , Sousa Erika Costa
Published: February 2024

The aim of this paper is to track the behavior of fertilizer prices from 2018 to 2021, highlighting the determinants and consequences. We used data on the average monthly national prices of urea, potassium chloride and monoammonium phosphate fertilizers, obtained from the National Supply Company (CONAB). A comparative analysis was carried out to show the variation in prices over the period studied, taking into account indicators such as the dollar index, oil prices, agricultural production, fertilizer import data, national fertilizer production and freight rates. The results of the research indicate that Brazil's external dependence on fertilizer-exporting countries makes it susceptible to exchange rate fluctuations, the prices of raw materials, such as oil, and global political relations, in addition to the law of supply and demand in the market.
Thermochemistry: teaching concepts from the construction of a collaborative website
Authors: Zagato Natália Cristine Ferreira , Pereira Ingryd Soares da Costa , De Souza Lorena De Bortoli Lecchi , Ferreira Michelle Bins Tassara , Santos Roberto Pereira
Published: February 2024

The present work is about the development of a teaching methodology proposal from the use of technological resources, which was guided the development of a collaborative website on the Google Sites platform, from a literature review on directed sites, about the concepts of endothermic and exothermic reactions, as well as about the applicability of thermochemistry in everyday life. The project occurred with students from the 2nd grade of high school in a state school in Cariacica, Espírito Santo, which enabled the construction of a technological artifact and promoted the transmission of knowledge in an applicable way.
Interprofessional collaboration and the safety climate in hospitals: a scoping review
Authors: Trigueiro Jaira Gonçalves , Fernandes Sâmara Fontes , Pessoa Graça Rocha , Da Costa Marcelo Viana , De Carvalho Rhanna Emanuela Fontenele Lima
Published: February 2024

To map scientific production on the relationship between interprofessional collaboration and the safety climate of health professionals in hospital services. Web of Science, Embase and Google Scholar, with no time frame, using the acronym PCC P - Population - Health professionals; C - Concept - Interprofessional collaboration and safety climate; C - Context - Hospital service and respective search strategies. A total of 16 articles were selected that met the inclusion criteria, 15 of which were from North America and Europe. The majority used a quantitative approach, based on intervention studies with educational activities from an interprofessional perspective, and the results indicated improvements in the safety climate/culture. Some studies looked at interprofessional work from the perspective of healthcare professionals, identifying barriers and facilities for interprofessional work and its impact on patient safety.  Interprofessional collaboration and the safety climate are strongly related, in a symbiosis in which both serve as a foundation for promoting safe practices, sharing ideas and clarifying roles.
PVDF/RGO membranes and the potential of adsorption technology: rhodamine dye removal
Authors: Dias Gabriel da Cruz , Agostini Deuber Lincon da Silva , Tanaka Fabrício Cerizza , Aouada Fauze Ahmad , Sanches Alex Otávio , Dos Santos Mirian Cristina , Malmonge Luiz Francisco
Published: February 2024

Due to the generation of difficult-to-separate waste by industrial and agricultural activities, the concern for preserving the environment and natural resources has gained significant attention in scientific discussions, as the increased concentration of these materials has impacted the entire food chain. In this perspective, the production of polymeric micro and nanofiber membranes for pollutant remediation has been extensively studied to mitigate these impacts. Using a solution blow spinning technique with a commercial airbrush, membranes with concentrations of 1%, 3%, and 5% by mass were created. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM/FEG) analysis revealed the presence of smooth fibers with an average diameter below 100 nm, along with some imperfections attributed to the higher concentration. Structural results confirmed the presence of Reduced Graphene Oxide (RGO) in the membranes. Adsorption tests showed that membranes with higher RGO content exhibited greater dye removal capacity within a 120-hour timeframe.
The use of health education as a tool to combat the spread of fake news about vaccination
Authors: Barbosa Thamyres Maria Silva , Branco Stefany Medeiros Castello , Do Amaral Amanda Soares , Maran Lucas Ramos , Correia Eriselma Alves , De Sá Adriana Siqueira , Maslinkiewicz Alexandre , Teixeira Geoeselita Borges , De Sousa João Pedro Neto
Published: February 2024

Vaccines can be understood as technological advances that aim to induce an immunological response through exposure to certain infectious agents, or specific particles thereof. The immunological response obtained creates memory and is capable of reducing the risk of developing diseases, as well as reducing mortality and complications in the event of an eventual infection. The general objective of this study aims to highlight how nurses' actions in the context of health education can help combat fake news related to vaccination. Fake news gained strength with the advent of social networks, and the spread of fake news increasingly threatens several achievements already achieved, including in the area of health. In this sense, there is an intimate relationship between the dissemination of fake news, the anti- vaccine movement and vaccine hesitancy. This is an investigation carried out through a review of scientific literature, which by definition has a qualitative- descriptive character. For its preparation, the findings of 21 works related to the proposed theme were selected, analyzed and summarized. The time frame covered the period from 2018 to 2023, that is, the last 6 years. Data were obtained through the following databases: Google Scholar, PubMed, VHL/Lilacs and Scopus. It was evident that the growing vaccine hesitancy may be associated with factors such as the population's distrust in relation to scientific information about immunization agents, related to the dissemination of fake news regarding the beneficial and adverse effects of vaccines. Above all, the strength of social networks in disseminating these untruths was demonstrated, and the need for public policy interventions and strategies to combat this misinformation.
Promoting eye health in public school children: an experience report
Authors: Pinto Rita de Cássia Sampaio Bessa , Viana Carine Cristina Oliveira , Nunes Camila da Silva Lopes , Carneiro Ilan de Araujo , Dos Santos Zaira Antonia Sousa , Brito Davi Silva , Costa Rayla Maria Pontes Guimarães
Published: February 2024

Eye health is essential for a good quality of life. In this sense, it is feasible to diagnose possible alterations that can occur from birth and to observe vision failures in children's daily activities, such as during lessons at school. The aim of this research is to report on the experience of nursing students in promoting eye health among children in the public school system in the municipality of Parnaíba-PI. This is a descriptive, exploratory study of the experience report type, with a qualitative approach and referring to a university extension project called "Small Visions". In addition, 379 children between the ages of 6 and 12 were tested and 81 were referred to the ophthalmology service. Thus, the children benefited from the application of the Snellen optometric test and the academics gained a differentiated clinical view of the subject.
The impact of digital media on the education of different digital generations: contributions and challenges for accelerating information and promoting the learning of connected individuals
Authors: Ferreira Joelson Miranda , De Paula Alessandra Maia da Silva , Da Silva Mara Lívia Linhares , Da Silva Francisco Benilson Soares , Bezerra Olinderge Priscilla Câmara , Demuner Jocelino Antônio , De Oliveira Júnior Antônio Washington , Mafra Mackson Azevedo
Published: February 2024

The present work is the result of a bibliographic research, based on the discussion about the effectiveness of the use of digital media in the classroom, promoting comparative relations with the current reality and exposing some primordial media resources to enhance the school teaching process of the Digital Generation. The purpose was the analog realization of how learning was transmitted to the students of the past, establishing a reflection of how it is given to the transmission of knowledge in contemporary times, evidencing that the education of the XXI century, has advanced significantly with the advent and influences related to the use of the New Digital Technologies based on the challenge of educating the generation born in the Digital Age. The methodological procedure covered the writings and analysis of scientific articles through a critical reflection on the generation of Screenagers and Education.The bibliographic investigation provided the expansion of knowledge on the subject, supported by authors who address the teaching-learning process mediated by the New Digital Technologies, demonstrating the possibilities and limits of using digital technologies in school as a pedagogical resource in the generation of the Digital Age, contributing to a quality and transformative teaching..
TRANSTORNOS ALIMENTARES E PANDEMIA DE COVID-19
Authors: Ferreira Débora Manuela Serra , Motta Ivonise Fernandes da
Published: February 2024

A pandemia de COVID-19 instalou um cenário impactante na saúde da população e nos variados campos da sociedade. O objetivo deste estudo foi verificar os aspectos psíquicos dos transtornos alimentares no contexto da pandemia. Para isso, foi realizada uma revisão narrativa da literatura sobre transtornos alimentares no contexto da pandemia. A amostragem foi composta por artigos científicos publicados a partir do início da pandemia. Os principais fatores investigados pelos estudos encontrados nos artigos selecionados foram: depressão, ansiedade, compulsão alimentar, frequência de exercício físico, risco de suicídio, disfunção erétil, restrição alimentar, manifestação de medo, qualidade do vínculo com os familiares e avaliação da eficiência da psicoterapia on-line. Foi efetuada uma leitura e análise dos artigos científicos selecionados e formulada duas categorias resultantes: 1) Definição dos Transtornos Alimentares na perspectiva Winnicottiana; 2) Pandemia de COVID-19. Desse modo, foi possível precisar melhor os fatores investigados pelos artigos científicos publicados em relação a temática do impacto da pandemia quanto aos aspectos psíquicos.
La nivelación en los aprendizajes de los estudiantes de octavo año de educación básica de la Unidad Educativa Teodoro Wolf post pandemia - Guía de recopilación de estrategias y técnicas de nivelación en Lecto-Escritura y Razonamiento Lógico Matemático
Authors: Rosales-Reyes Lucy Elena , Vásconez-Vásconez Andrea Elizabeth , Zúñiga-Delgado Mireya Stefanía
Published: February 2024

En esta investigación se abordó el análisis de la relevancia de la nivelación en las experiencias educativas de los alumnos de octavo año en la Unidad Educativa Teodoro Wolf. El estudio se enfoca en la importancia de la nivelación de aprendizajes para estudiantes de básica superior, específicamente en el Octavo Año de la Unidad Educativa Teodoro Wolf, luego de dos años de interrupción escolar debido a la pandemia de COVID-19. La transición a clases virtuales ha afectado la adquisición de competencias básicas establecidas en el currículo nacional, especialmente para los más vulnerables con recursos tecnológicos limitados. Informes, como el de CAF - Banco de Desarrollo de América Latina, destacan la disminución en los aprendizajes nuevos y previos, perjudicando a quienes carecen de acceso a la tecnología. Se examinó a 82 estudiantes de Octavo, distribuidos entre 40 en el paralelo “A” y 42 en el paralelo “B”. Las interrogantes de la investigación se centran en la importancia de la nivelación, las causas que influyen en el desarrollo del aprendizaje y las estrategias para equiparar habilidades no adquiridas durante los últimos dos años escolares. Los resultados destacan una carencia en cuanto a los logros obtenidos en las competencias de comunicación y matemáticas. Se subraya la importancia de la nivelación formativa debido a las diferencias en los estilos y ritmos de aprendizaje de los estudiantes. Además, se resalta la necesidad de implementar estrategias de nivelación que se ajusten a las particularidades y requerimientos individuales de los estudiantes. Se busca ofrecer soluciones a la disrupción educativa causada por la pandemia, comprometiéndose a proponer estrategias para recuperar y nivelar los aprendizajes.
Anthropometric profile, general perception of health and types of physical exercise practiced by the elderly in gyms in Rio Branco, Acre
Authors: José Albuquerque de Sousa Júnior João , Karoline da Costa Siqueira Júlia , Moreira do Nascimento Filho Tiago , Guimarães Vieira Sara , Gomes de Lima Alessandre , Clodoaldo Melo de Castro Antônio , De Andrade Bezerra Jader
Published: February 2024

Introduction: The aging of the global population poses important medical and socio-economic challenges, and preserving this process is important for a healthier life for people who reach old age. With the impact of ageing on the elderly, it is possible to perceive some biological, physical, psychological and social changes, which can trigger various problems such as falls, chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCDs), nutritional changes and functional disabilities. Evidence shows an increase in the practice of physical exercise by the elderly, who are increasingly seeking a healthier and more active life. Aim: This study aimed to identify the anthropometric profile, self-perception of health and types of physical exercise practiced by elderly people in gyms in Rio Branco Acre. Results: The sample consisted of 83 elderly people, 74.70% were female and 25.30% were male, the average age in years was 67.20 ± (6.12), the average body weight was 69.50 ± (11.99) kg, the average height was 1.60 ± (0.09) cm and the body mass index - BMI was 27.00 ± (4.44). The prevalence of individuals with normal weight was 47.00% and overweight was 27.70%. The prevalence of health status was 48.20% for good health and 30.10% for regular health, while the prevalence of medication use was 88.00% and the prevalence of medical recommendations for physical exercise was 53.00%. The prevalence of the main types of exercise reported by the interviewees was bodybuilding (33.70%) and aqua aerobics (19.30%). The prevalence of time spent exercising (30 to 60 minutes) was 69.90%, and the weekly frequency of physical exercise (3 and 5 times a week) was 34.90 and 42.20% respectively. Conclusion: This study concludes that almost half of the interviewees are classified as normal weight, but almost all of the other half of the group are overweight or obese. With regard to general health, it was found that almost 88% of those interviewed were using some kind of medication, i.e. they already had some kind of illness, medical recommendations for physical exercise were decisive for more than half of the participants and the main types of exercise practiced were weight training and aqua aerobics.
A Study of Factors Influencing Happiness in Korea: Topic Modelling and Neural Network Analysis
Authors: Jang Ji-Hyun , Masatsuku Nemoto
Published: February 2024

The aim of this study is to derive the important factors that influence levels of happiness in Korea, and to identify which factors are particularly important among these influencing factors. To achieve this goal, topic modelling analysis, machine learning analysis and neural network analysis methods were utilized. The Netminer 4.5 program was used for topic modelling analysis and machine learning analysis, and SPSS MODELER 18 was used to perform neural network analysis. Two types of analysis data were used in this study. The first consisted of 1 000 papers relating to happiness published in academic journals managed by the Springer publishing company, which were used to derive happiness-influencing factors. The second consisted of a survey conducted in 2020 by the Community Well-being Center of the Graduate School of Public Administration at Seoul National University in Korea. A total of 16 655 people responded to this survey. The analysis results of the study are as follows. Important variables that affect the level of happiness of Korean residents are: family life, social status, income, health, and perceptions of inequality. Analysis using neural network analysis of the most important factors influencing happiness showed that satisfaction with family life had the most important influence. This suggests that policies that can improve the quality of family life, such as family-friendly work environments, childcare support, and domestic violence prevention and response programmes, will become important in the future
Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly: A systematic review of the literature
Authors: Hernández-Flórez Nubia , Beltrán de la Rosa Elisama , Klimenko Olena , Orozco Santander Maria José , Araque-Barboza Francis , Vásquez-Torres Johana
Published: February 2024

This article focuses on the study of cognitive impairment in the elderly. The general objective focuses on the analysis of three variables present in the selected articles which are cognitive impairment and quality of life, which explores the perceptions associated with the well-being and satisfaction of older adults, understanding the dynamics of personal achievement, social relationships, autonomy, and quality of life that impact on the conditions of integral health within the context of integral well-being. A second variable of mood alterations and comorbid pathologies, where it was identified that depression and anxiety are pathologies that cause emotional alterations in older adults and interfere in the development of symptoms associated with pathological comorbidities, and the third variable is lifestyle and neurocognition includes protective elements associated with physical activity, nutrition and socialization processes that promote active and healthy aging. The methodology is of quantitative design with a bibliometric approach under the context of a systematic literature review. Taking into account, the prism methodology that responds to the approach of Boolean equations that were used to perform the analysis and categorization of the documents using variables. Finally, it is concluded the need to make cognitive and behavioral changes in the elderly through a differentiated evaluation for each patient, thus minimizing the effects in the social, family, economic, affective, and emotional spheres
Systemic review of studies of cyberbullying in Hispanic American adolescents
Authors: Rosario Quiroz Fernando Joel , Calla Vásquez Kriss Melody , Ochoa Tataje Freddy Antonio , Morí Holguín Jesús Yolanda , Villanueva-Batallanos Marilyn
Published: February 2024

Bullying, cyberbullying and virtual intimidation in adolescents is a problem with relevant aspects to be investigated, since in recent years it has been increasing, taking into account that during adolescence acceptance among peers is essential for their social development, that is why this population is prone to suffer rejection, harassment and all kinds of cyber violence. The purpose of this work is to know research on the variables associated with bullying, cyberbullying and virtual intimidation in adolescents. For this, the articles that have been published between 2011 and 2021 in Spanish, English in the following bases have been reviewed: Pro Quest, EBSCO Host, Scopus and Eric
Utjecaj pandemije COVID-19 na kupovno ponašanje
Authors: Matić Šošić Matea , Vojvodić Katija , Brajković Tea
Published: February 2024

Kriza može razotkriti pravu prirodu ljudi, a to je primjenjivo i na potrošače i njihovo ponašanje u kriznim uvjetima. Svaka kriza utječe na ponašanje potrošača na drugačiji način, a u takvim uvjetima potrošači mogu postati nepredvidivi u svom ponašanju te može biti teško razumjeti što žele, očekuju ili trebaju. Pandemije poput COVID-19 dovode do niza poremećaju u životima potrošača te u njihovim kupovnim obrascima i navikama. Cilj je rada ispitati utjecaj pandemije COVID-19 na kupovno ponašanje potrošača te utvrditi povezanost između recenzija prethodnih korisnika i budućih kupovnih namjera. U ovom je radu predstavljena detaljna analiza obrasca ponašanja korisnika na društvenim mrežama na uzorku od 207 ispitanika. Rezultati istraživanja dobiveni deskriptivnom analizom ukazuju na to da ispitanici svakodnevno koriste društvene mreže u svrhu komuniciranja te većina ispitanika, njih 149, ponekad društvene mreže koristi i za kupnju. Ostali ispitanici, njih 58 koji ne kupuju putem društvenih mreža, iskazali su nepovjerenje prema takvoj kupovini. Nadalje, rezultati istraživanja ukazali su da postoji jaka povezanost pozitivnog smjera između kupovne namjere i e-preporuke kao razine zadovoljstva komunikacijom na društvenim mrežama. Rad pridonosi postojećim istraživanjima vezanim za utjecaj pandemije COVID-19 na kupovno ponašanje dajući dublji uvid u ponašanje potrošača vezano za društvene mreže te ispitivanje kupovnih namjera korisnika i davanja preporuka.
UNSTABLE ELECTROSTATIC WAVES ASSOCIATED WITH DENSITY AND TEMPERATURE GRADIENTS IN AN INHOMOGENEOUS PLASMA
Authors: Saikia Banashree , Deka Paramananda
Published: February 2024

A study is carried out on the amplification of electrostatic Bernstein waves in the presence of drift wave turbulence in an inhomogeneous plasma. We have considered the Vlasov-Poisson system of equations for the interaction among the waves. In this investigation, we have considered a particle distribution model in which an external force due to density and temperature gradients present in the system is incorporated. The resonant mode of drift wave turbulence interacts with plasma particles through resonant interactions. These accelerated particles transfer their energy to Bernstein waves through a modulated field. This nonlinear wave interaction process is based on weak turbulence theory and is known as the Plasma maser effect. In this process, we have evaluated the fluctuating parts of the distribution function owing to the presence of turbulent resonant waves, the modulation field of interacting waves, and the non-resonant Bernstein waves by integrating along the unperturbed particles orbit from a set of linearized Vlasov equations. The nonlinear dispersion relation for Bernstein waves is presented to analyse the influence of gradient parameters.
Psoriasis and exposome: Unveiling the inner and the external contributors of psoriasis disease
Authors: Zafiriou Efterpi , Karampinis Emmanouil , Roussaki-Schulze Angeliki-Victoria
Published: February 2024

The term “exposome” encompasses all the environmental elements, both infectious and non-infectious, that an individual encounters throughout life. It refers to the collective exposure to various factors in the environment that can have an impact on human health and finally result in a disease or affect the disease course. The exposome is a term implicated in all skin diseases including psoriasis. Ranging from lifestyle habits such as diet, smoking, obesity, sunlight exposure, pre-existing diseases, and infectious agents’ exposure to patients’ unique features such as skin microbes, oxidative stress parameters, skin chemical environment, and cutaneous immune reactions, skin seems to encounter a variety of different exposures. All these exposures in turn affect and contribute in distinct ways to the pathogenesis pathways implicated in the creation of the psoriatic skin lesions and shape the disease course and progression. Also, the interaction between environmental and genetic factors is a well-established disease contributor. This chapter discusses the link between each aspect of exposome and psoriasis pathways and mechanisms as well as treatment plans taking into consideration environmental factors. Understanding the exposome–psoriasis relationship would lead to implications and targeted interventions to mitigate possible risk factors and give future directions.
Shedding Light on the Dark Matter, Noncoding RNAs in Human Reproduction
Authors: Alhamdan Rana
Published: February 2024

Advances in human transcriptome have unveiled the crucial regulatory role of noncoding RNA (ncRNA) in most biological processes, including reproduction. Recent studies have elucidated some of the questions, highlighting the regulatory function of specific ncRNAs on concrete reproductive mechanisms. ncRNAs have been shown to be crucial for the maintenance of spermatogenesis, primordial germ cells (PGCs) survivals, folliculogenesis, oocyte maturation, and corpus luteum function. In addition, due to their unique expression and critical functions, they have been demonstrated to be associated with aspects of infertility such as premature ovarian failure (POF), recurrent implantation failure (RIF), polycystic ovarian syndrome (POCS), varicocele, sperm abnormalities, and testicular cancer. This chapter will discuss the current knowledge of the role of ncRNAs in spermatogenesis, and oogenesis and their potential utilization as a noninvasive diagnostic marker for reproductive disorders.
Addressing Gender Inequality through Local Planning: The Colombian Case
Authors: Lozano-Torres Yancili
Published: February 2024

What does the analysis of city plans reveal about efforts toward gender equality? Gender equity is not often an explicit aim in local planning, and the analysis of planning documents does hardly evaluate the presence of efforts toward gender equity. I evaluate the degree to which city plans support gender-responsive planning (GRP) and examine the circumstances under which GRP is achieved in 21 Colombian cities. I find high mismatch between intention and action toward gender equity. Thus, I conclude with an analysis of what drives cities to include gender in their plans but then not take action.
Study on the use of social networks to find sex partners in men who have sex with men and some related factors in Can Tho city in 2021
Authors: Doan Duy Dam , Pham Le Huyen Trang , Ly Anh Huy , Bui Ngoc Phuong Oanh , Doan Thi Kim Phuong , Nguyen Nhan Nghia , Doan Van Dien
Published: February 2024

Background: Social media is becoming increasingly widely used and is accompanied by the growing popularity of the development of apps for men who have sex with men (MSM). Besides the traditional approach at fixed locations, now MSM is shifting to an environment of communication via the internet. Because of the wide accessibility, the anonymity of the users, making it more convenient and efficient to find a sex partners. Many concerns have been raised about unsafe sexual behaviors and the risk of HIV infection from encounters through this form. Objectives: To describe the current state of social media use of social media in finding sex partners in the MSM group and some related factors in Can Tho city in 2021. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study had analyzed from 216 MSM 16 years of age or older in Can Tho city in 2021. Results: The rate of use of social media to find sex partners in the MSM group was 66.7%. Some related factors: The 16-25 years old group had a 0.231 times lower rate of sex partners find through social media than the over 25-year-old group (95% CI: 0.093-0.574); the pupil/student group had a 0.451 times lower rate of sex partners find through social media than the income group (95% CI: 0.252-0.803); the group used drugs used social media to find sex partners was 1.975 times higher than the non- drug group (95% CI: 1.029-3.789); group with only one sex partner are less to use social media to find sex partners than group with two or more sex partners, a 0.214 times lower (95% CI: 0.110- 0.416). Conclusions: The rate of finding sex partners through social media is quite high. Local HIV/AIDS prevention and control activities should strengthen the provision of services titled HIV/AIDS prevention through MSM-aligned social networks, contributing to reducing the rates of new HIV/AIDS infection in this group.
Kontribusi Cyber Wellness terhadap Online Disinhibition pada Mahasiswa yang Aktif Menggunakan Media Sosial
Authors: Sujaya Mutiara , Mardianto Mardianto , Kurniawan Rizal , Santoso Indriyani
Published: February 2024

This study used quantitative methods with a correlational approach. The population in this study was students who actively used social media totaling 212 samples. Sampling using purposive sampling technique. This study used a Cyber Wellness scale of 14 items with a coefficient of 0.816 and an Online Disinhibition scale of 25 items with a coefficient of 0.874. Data analysis, using simple regression techniques yielded a correlation coefficient of 0.542 with a p value (significant) of 0.000< 0.05, so it can be concluded that H1 is accepted and H0 is rejected. The results of the hypothesis test contained an R Square value of 0.293, thus the contribution of Cyber Wellness to resilience was 8%. The results showed that there was a contribution of Cyber Wellness to Online Disinhibition in college  students who actively used social media with a negative relationship direction.