bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessing COVID-19 Vulnerability Among HIV-positive Men Who Have Sex With Men in Korea: The Role of Vaccination and Sexual Behaviors
Authors: Jung Minsoo
Published: June 2024

Objectives: Comorbidities increase susceptibility to severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infections, but limited information has been published regarding human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and COVID-19 co-infections. This study explored the relationships among socioeconomic characteristics, sexual behaviors, and COVID-19 infection rates among Korean men who have sex with men (MSM) who are also living with HIV.Methods: Data were collected through a web survey aimed at members of the largest gay portal site in Korea, supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea (n=1005). The primary independent variables included COVID-19-related vaccinations and sexual behaviors. The dependent variable was the incidence of COVID-19 infection among respondents during the pandemic. For statistical analysis, hierarchical multiple logistic regression was performed, controlling for potential confounding variables.Results: Model I indicated that older MSM were less likely to contract COVID-19 (adjusted odds ratio [aOR], 0.98; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.96 to 0.99). Model II demonstrated that HIV-positive MSM were nearly twice as likely to be infected with COVID-19 compared to their HIV-negative counterparts (aOR, 1.97; 95% CI, 1.14 to 3.41). Furthermore, even after accounting for COVID-19 vaccination status in model III, HIV-positive MSM continued to show a higher risk of infection (aOR, 1.93; 95% CI, 1.12 to 3.35).Conclusions: The findings of this study indicate that HIV-positive MSM are at an increased risk of contracting COVID-19, even when their vaccination status is considered. Therefore, it is essential to prioritize the prevention of COVID-19 infections in HIV-positive individuals by administering appropriate antiretroviral therapy and ensuring adherence to public health guidelines.
Development of a sexual minority cultural competence scale for nurses: a methodological study
Authors: Kim Min Kyung , Kim Hye Young
Published: June 2024

Purpose: This study was conducted to develop a cultural competence scale for nurses regarding the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community and to test its validity and reliability.Methods: The study adhered to the 8-step process outlined by DeVellis, with an initial set of 25 items derived through a literature review and individual interviews. Following an expert validity assessment, 24 items were validated. Subsequently, a preliminary survey was conducted among 23 nurses with experience caring for LGBT patients. Data were then collected from a final sample of 322 nurses using the 24 items. Item analysis, item-total score correlation, examination of construct and convergent validity, and reliability testing were performed.Results: The item-level content validity index exceeded .80, and the explanatory power of the construct validity was 63.63%. The factor loadings varied between 0.57 and 0.80. The scale comprised five factors: cultural skills, with seven items; cultural awareness, with five items; cultural encounters, with three items; cultural pursuit, with three items; and cultural knowledge, with three items; totaling 21 items. Convergent validity demonstrated a high correlation, affirming the scale’s validity. Internal consistency analysis yielded an overall reliability coefficient of 0.97, signifying very high reliability. Each item is scored from 1 to 6 (total score range, 21–126), with higher scores reflecting greater cultural competence in LGBT care.Conclusion: This scale facilitates the measurement of LGBT cultural competence among nurses. Therefore, its use should provide foundational data to support LGBT-focused nursing education programs.
Incorporating dexamethasone with heavy bupivacaine in unilateral spinal anesthesia for lower limb Open Reduction and Internal Fixation
Authors: Ibrahim Naziru , Panda Shehu Usman , Bawa Ibrahim Abubakar , Ballah Abubakar Mohammed , Kalakwa Mohammed Abdulmumini , Abdullahi Ibrahim Salim , Musa Abubakar , Wakili Ibrahim Mohammed , Umar Musa , Masoro Umar Sulaiman , Sani Adamu , Adamu Sadiq Abubakar
Published: June 2024

The use of additives in regional anesthesia, regardless of the local anesthetic agent used, the type of surgery, or the method of pain assessment, provides superior analgesia to parenteral opioids and, when used appropriately, reduces both opioid consumption and opioid-related adverse effects in the immediate postoperative period and therefore better recovery profile and patient satisfaction. Therefore, this study aimed at determining and comparing analgesic consumption between the use of 10 mg of 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine alone and in combination with dexamethasone for unilateral spinal anesthesia for lower limb Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF). This was a prospective double-blinded randomized study. It involved 68 consented American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) I and II patients, aged 18-75 years, scheduled for unilateral lower limb ORIF. Ethical approval was obtained, NHREC/25/10/2013. Patients were randomly allocated accordingly. Monitoring of hemodynamic parameters was done during the perioperative period. Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and Bromage scores were regularly assessed, and rescue analgesia was utilized in patients with VAS greater than or equal to 4. The data obtained were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS; Armonk, USA). Student T-test was used to compare the quantitative variables, while Chi-squared (X2) test was used to compare the qualitative variables. Results were presented in tables and figures, and p<0.05 was regarded as statistically significant. The mean age of the patients in groups BA and BD were 39.97±11.22 and 39.12±12.37 years, respectively, and was not statistically significant, p=0.77. The male-to-female ratio for groups BA and BD was 19:15 and 21:13, respectively, p=0.64. The mean VAS score in the first two hours was not significant. However, in the third hour, the mean VAS was 2.97±1.00 and 0.18±0.56 (p=0.001); in the fourth hour, it was 2.85±1.58 and 0.94±1.34 (p=0.001), and the eighth hour was 1.79±0.41 and 3.82±1.49 (p=0.001) which were statistically significant. The mean total analgesic consumption was 226.66±45.52 and 148.79±40.58 in groups BA and BD, respectively, which was statistically significant (p=0.000) This study revealed that the addition of 4 mg dexamethasone to 10 mg of 0.5% heavy bupivacaine intrathecally was associated with less opioid consumption compared with the use of 0.5% heavy bupivacaine alone in unilateral spinal anesthesia for unilateral ORIF.
Global Cardiology issue highlights
Authors: Coats Andrew J.S.
Published: June 2024

Welcome to the June issue of Global Cardiology, a journal devoted to the dissemination of knowledge, impact and research of relevance to cardiovascular physicians and healthcare professionals worldwide. True to this purpose, we are pleased to introduce diverse and stimulating contributions and comments [...].
Quantitative 3D-CT imaging of sarcopenia mitigation in elderly: evidence from a case report
Authors: Quadrelli Marco , Baccaglini Tommaso , Morra Aldo
Published: June 2024

This case study examines the effectiveness of using combined CT imaging and 3D imaging in monitoring the prevention of sarcopenia through continuous daily exercises in an elderly patient. Using a 256-slice CT scanner with dose reduction technology and advanced muscle segmentation with the open-source software DAFNE, we compared changes in muscle mass and density in a 70-year-old patient in 2014 and in 2023. The obtained images allowed the creation of detailed 3D models for a more accurate and intuitive assessment of the leg musculature. Despite aging, the results of the scans performed at the beginning and end of the study period did not show significant changes in the patient's musculature, suggesting that a persistent Full-Body in-Bed Gym protocol (“Gym Bed" exercise routine) can effectively contribute to maintaining muscle mass and density in the elderly. These preliminary results highlight the potential of advanced imaging techniques not only to diagnose but also to quantify the effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions against sarcopenia.
Do Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Have the Same Vascular Complications?
Authors: Cho Yun Kyung
Published: June 2024

Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes can lead to cardiovascular disease (CVD) and high mortality rates. The differing risks and vascular outcomes associated with these two types of diabetes are subjects of ongoing debate, necessitating further research. The recent increase in type 2 diabetes prevalence presents a significant challenge to global health due to its strong link with CVD. The elevated CVD risk in individuals with diabetes compared to those without is influenced by various factors. These include common cardiovascular risk factors such as high low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, hypertension, and smoking, as well as diabetes-specific factors like HbA1c level and micro- or macroalbuminuria. Some of these risk factors are modifiable, while others, such as age, sex, and type of diabetes, are not. Notably, older individuals with well-managed type 2 diabetes can often achieve CVD risk levels similar to that of the general population. Conversely, younger individuals with type 1 diabetes generally struggle to reach similar risk levels, likely due to the prolonged and cumulative effects of hyperglycemia. The comparison of CVD risks between type 1 and type 2 diabetes is complex and influenced by a variety of factors. This statement aims to provide a thorough overview of the current knowledge regarding diabetes-related cardiovascular risks, with a special focus on the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
2024 Policy Revision for Support of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Authors: Yoo Jae Hyun
Published: June 2024

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is a condition where the pancreas beta cells are destroyed due to autoimmune mechanisms or viral infections, resulting in the inability to produce insulin. The Korean government implements various support programs to aid in the health management of type 1 diabetes patients. To address some shortcomings and adapt to diverse needs arising from advancements in diabetes management device technology, related policies were revised starting on February 26, 2024. Key updates include application of the criteria for continuous glucose monitoring system sensors to users of sensor-augmented pumps and establishing consumable material subsidies for users of closed-loop insulin pumps who are younger than 19 years. Support amounts vary based on the type of insulin pump, which vary by application. Additionally, to enhance diabetes education for pediatric and adolescent patients and their families, insulin pump education is newly introduced, along with an expansion of educational counseling sessions. These policies may further aid in patients’ blood glucose management, with hopes for continued expansion of support in the future.
Non-Face-to-Face Diabetes Nutrition Education
Authors: Lee Jeongsook
Published: June 2024

Non-face-to-face education has rapidly increased and become common due to the development of information and communication technology and mobile devices to help respond to COVID-19. Non-face-to-face education is conducted using various media such as telephone, bulletin boards, video materials, e-mails, chats, video education, and virtual reality. The most important feature of non-face-to-face education is its ability to provide comprehensive education to an unspecified number of people without obstacles of time and space given availability of the Internet and associated devices. Advantages include student anonymity, efficiency, high accessibility, spontaneous intervention, and ease of post-monitoring. Limitations include restrictions on nonverbal expression, the need for technological development, discriminatory accessibility, and ethical issues. Efforts to develop high-quality programs should be made continuously along with multilateral research on non-face-to-face diabetes nutrition education.
A Multifaceted Approach at Discerning Redditors Feelings Towards ChatGPT
Authors: Padarha Shreyansh , Vijaylakshmi S.
Published: June 2024

Generative AI platforms like ChatGPT have leapfrogged in terms of technological advancements. Traditional methods of scrutiny are not enough for assessing their technological efficacy. Understanding public sentiment and feelings towards ChatGPT is crucial for pre-empting the technology’s longevity and impact while also providing a silhouette of human psychology. Social media platforms have seen tremendous growth in recent years, resulting in a surge of user-generated content. Among these platforms, Reddit stands out as a forum for users to engage in discussions on various topics, including Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) and chatbots. Traditional pedagogy for social media sentiment analysis and opinion mining are time consuming and resource heavy, while lacking representation. This paper provides a novice multifrontal approach that utilises and integrates various techniques for better results. The data collection and preparation are done through the Reddit API in tandem with multi-stage weighted and stratified sampling. NLP (Natural Language processing) techniques encompassing LDA (Latent Dirichlet Allocation), Topic modelling, STM (Structured Topic Modelling), sentiment analysis and emotional analysis using RoBERTa are deployed for opinion mining. To verify, substantiate and scrutinise all variables in the dataset, multiple hypothesises are tested using ANOVA, T-tests, Kruskal–Wallis test, Chi-Square Test and Mann–Whitney U test. The study provides a novel contribution to the growing literature on social media sentiment analysis and has significant new implications for discerning user experience and engagement with AI chatbots like ChatGPT.
Big Mart Sales Prediction using Machine Learning
Authors: Wen Koh Ya , Joseph Minnu Helen , Sivakumar V.
Published: June 2024

INTRODUCTION: Sales prediction, also known as revenue forecasting or sales forecasting, refers to the process of accurately and timely estimating future revenue for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers, providing them with valuable insights. Sales prediction plays a crucial role in various industries, particularly in sectors such as retail, automotive leasing, real estate transactions, and other conventional businesses. OBJECTIVES: This paper focuses on developing a sales prediction model for Big Mart, a supermarket chain, using machine learning algorithms. The developed model aims to provide Big Mart with accurate sales forecasts, enabling better decision-making, improved profitability, and enhanced customer service.METHODS: The study utilises the CRISP-DM methodology and explores various machine learning algorithms, including Linear Regression, Decision Tree, Random Forest, XGBoost, Stacked Ensemble Model, and K-Nearest Neighbours (KNN). The dataset used for model development is sourced from Kaggle and includes information about products, stores, and sales. Pre-processing techniques are applied to handle missing data and feature engineering.RESULTS: The XGBoost Regression Model Tuned with RandomizedSearchCV outperforms the existing models with an RMSE of 1018.82 and an R² of 0.6181.CONCLUSION: This research contributes to the field of sales forecasting in the retail industry and provides insights for businesses looking to enhance their revenue prediction capabilities.
Unintended Consequences: Consider the Rabbit
Authors: Alderman Chris
Published: June 2024

In this edition of the journal, we examine concepts related to the science of pharmacoepidemiology. In essence, it is incumbent upon all health practitioners involved in facilitating medication use (whether prescribing, monitoring, administering or supplying) to be aware of the evidence that underpins safe and effective use of those medications, especially when it comes to the treatment of people who are in the later stages of life, where vulnerability increases and the amount of relevant information from clinical trials to support safe use is more limited. Understanding the parameters of the approved product information for a drug is one thing, but it is just as important to understand the limitations of that information.
Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim-Induced Hyperkalemia in Hospitalized Patients Using Potassium-Sparing Drugs: An Observational Study
Authors: Butterhoff Madelon H. , Derijks Hieronymus J. , Hermens Walter , van der Linden Paul D.
Published: June 2024

The objective of this analysis is to investigate the risk of hyperkalemia in hospitalized patients using sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (Co-trimoxazole) and a potassium-sparing drug (potassium-sparing diuretic or renin-angiotensin system [RAS]-inhibitor). Researchers conducted a nested
case control study within a cohort of hospitalized patients using a potassium-sparing diuretic and/or a RAS-inhibitor from the PHARMO Database Network. Researchers estimated the odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) for the risk of hyperkalemia in patients receiving both Co-trimoxazole
and a potassium-sparing drug compared with patients only receiving a potassium-sparing drug. Among a cohort of 25,849 patients, researchers identified 2054 cases of hyperkalemia during hospitalization in patients also using a potassium-sparing drug. Using Co-trimoxazole in addition to a potassium-sparing
drug was associated with an increased risk of hyperkalemia in hospitalized patients (ORadj = 1.65, 95% CI 1.26-2.16) compared with using only a potassium-sparing drug. There was a trend of a more pronounced association between hyperkalemia and the co-use of Co-trimoxazole and potassium-sparing
drugs in patients with an estimated GFR of 15-29 mL/min (ORadj = 3.15, 95% CI 1.29-7.70). The number needed to harm for hyperkalemia induced by adding Co-trimoxazole to patients receiving a potassium-sparing drug is 19.5. Using the combination of Co-trimoxazole with a potassium-sparing
drug in hospitalized patients increases the risk of hyperkalemia compared with using only a potassium-sparing drug. Physicians and other prescribers should be aware of hyperkalemia and routinely monitor serum potassium levels in hospitalized patients using this combination of drugs.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Tackle Nurse Staffing Rule: Fairy Tale Ending or Endless Litigation?
Authors: Davitian Leigh
Published: June 2024

On April 22, 2024, CMS unveiled the eagerly awaited final rule, titled “Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Minimum Staffing Standards for Long‐Term Care Facilities and Medicaid Institutional Payment Transparency Reporting” (Minimum Staffing Rule), which stirred both anticipation and controversy. The author discusses the highlights and key points to consider regarding this legislation.
Optimization of the Overall Heat Transfer Coefficient of the Frozen
Seal Valve Fin Tube Assembly for Fast Reactors
Authors: Kudiyarasan Swamynathan , Biswas Sitangshu Sekhar
Published: June 2024

Sodium is used as a coolant in the fast reactor’s primary and secondary loops to
transfer enthalpy from the reactor and transport it to the expander. However,
handling sodium is difficult, and it can be hazardous if it comes into contact
with air, which causes an exothermic reaction. During maintenance of sodium loop
components, isolation is typically accomplished with valves. The valve leaking
is caused by the seal or the gland. Seal leakage is compensated because it
occurs within the line, but gland leakage should be zero because the liquid is
harmful. To address this requirement, the author attempted to design a special
type of valve in which sodium is allowed to rise through an annular path along
the stem and heat transfer is augmented in such a way that the required enthalpy
is evacuated to freeze sodium inside the annular path, confirming the fail-safe
zero gland leakage. A finned tube assembly is fitted around the stem to achieve
this concept of expanded surface heat transfer. However, the issue is to design
the fin tube assembly, as well as the number of fins and their dimensions.
Normally, these things are done through a series of physical model studies,
which is inefficient. In our study, we used conjugate heat transfer analysis to
design the fin tube assembly, which was then tested using a physical model.
Achieving corporate environmental responsibility through emerging sustainability laws
Authors: Maalouf Emmanuel
Published: June 2024

The concept of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) is gaining significant momentum in policy fields, and the legal landscape is catching up in laying down sound foundations. Whilst business and human rights, the ‘S’ in ESG, has forged itself a path forward, the ‘E’ in ESG remains at its nascency. This article aims to evaluate legal measures around corporate environmental responsibility (CER) and contribute to the development of the legal literature on the topic. This article begins by defining CER and clarifying the understanding of ‘environment’ and ‘environmental impact’. It further examines the current legal approaches used to ‘keeping tabs’ on CER. These approaches include voluntary initiatives, where companies voluntarily commit to implement ESG initiatives, certifications and other standards; mandatory reporting and disclosure requirements, which mandate companies to report and disclose their ESG performance; consumer and investor protection laws that aim to safeguard the interests of consumers and investors in relation to ESG claims and commitments made by companies; mandatory due diligence laws that require companies to assess, address and mitigate ESG risks in their operations and supply chains; and corporate liability laws that hold companies liable for environmental harms caused by their activities. By examining these different legal approaches, the article sheds light on the existing frameworks and their effectiveness in promoting CER – and highlights the challenges and gaps that need to be addressed to strengthen CER.
Taking stock of REDD+: a consideration of the experiences of Fiji and Ghana
Authors: Callinan Niamh
Published: June 2024

This article seeks to understand and explain the international legal framework, Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation-Plus (REDD+), and to determine whether the implementation of this framework is too fragmented to deliver its promised benefits. The international legal framework, REDD+, is detailed, to capture the objective(s), key mechanisms and possible activities available to states and to outline the international development of the framework. The laws and policies related to REDD+, REDD+ implementation, forest sector management and Indigenous land rights are examined in two tropical states (Fiji and Ghana). The comparative analysis of the two case study states (which have not been compared previously) explores through three lenses the question of whether REDD+ implementation is too fragmented to achieve its promise: the financial implementation of the framework; the policies and laws nationally implementing REDD+; and how the drivers of deforestation are addressed by states. It is explained that, whilst there are some gaps in Fiji’s REDD+ implementation of provisions, such as comprehensive Indigenous land rights, Fiji’s national implementation of the REDD+ framework has been reasonably effective and is well-regulated by the laws and policies which have enabled the international legal framework to be integrated into Fiji’s national activities. Similarly, it is explained that Ghana’s national implementation of the REDD+ framework has been productive with laws and policies that enable proactive integration of the international legal framework into Ghana’s national activities. Nevertheless, there are lessons which each state can learn from the other – and which are of general value. It is concluded that REDD+ implementation is not overly fragmented; and that it is on track to make a significant contribution to emission reductions.
Radioactivity soundings of the upper atmosphere in Finland 1962-2022
Authors: Paatero Jussi , Hatakka Juha , Kivi Rigel , Immonen Jani
Published: June 2024

Radioactivity soundings have been performed in Finland since the early 1960s to measure radiation and radioactivity levels in the atmosphere up to the altitude of almost 40 km. A sonde package based on a Geiger‐Müller (GM) tube is carried up to the stratosphere by a balloon filled with hydrogen or helium. En route the GM tube count rate values are sent to the ground station with a radio transmitter. These radioactivity soundings revealed the presence of abnormal radioactivity in the stratosphere over Finland due to Soviet atmospheric nuclear tests in 1962. Between 1964 and 1980 artificial radioactivity in the stratosphere originating from the Chinese nuclear tests were observed too. The radioactivity soundings have brought information on cosmic radiation even if the main motivation has been the surveillance of artificial radioactivity in the upper atmosphere. The effects of the solar cycle, geomagnetic latitude and solar proton events on the radiation environment of the upper atmosphere have been measured. The produced vertical ionization profiles may also be useful in studies concerning ion‐induced or ion‐mediated new particle formation events in the atmosphere.
NÍVEL DE ATIVIDADE FÍSICA E BEM-ESTAR MENTAL DOS ACADÊMICOS DE EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA PÓS-PANDEMIA DA COVID-19
Authors: Silva Magalhães Larissa , Almeida Soares Jessiane , Fernandes da Silva Adelson
Published: June 2024

O presente teve como objetivo avaliar o bem-estar mental de acadêmicos do curso de Licenciatura em Educação Física da Unimontes, no município de Januária (MG). Dessa forma, foram analisados os níveis de depressão, ansiedade e estresse desses estudantes em relação às práticas de atividade física no período pós-pandemia da COVID-19. Para a realização deste estudo foram utilizados três questionários: Sociodemográfico, Escala de ansiedade, depressão e estresse (DASS-21) e o Questionário Internacional de Atividade Física (IPAQ), versão curta. Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, quantitativo e de corte transversal. Os dados coletados foram analisados através da estatística descritiva com valores em porcentagens. Para associação das variáveis foi utilizado o teste Qui-quadrado (p=<0,05). Dos 43 acadêmicos previamente selecionados, 7 não responderam corretamente os questionários solicitados, assim, a amostra foi composta por 36 acadêmicos. Assim, os resultados apontaram que do total de 36 acadêmicos, 41,66% apresentaram depressão com sintomas moderados, severos e extremamente severos; 47,21% apresentaram sintomas de ansiedade e outros 44,43% apresentaram sintomas de estresse nos níveis moderados a extremamente severos. No que concerne ao nível de atividade física, 97,2% dos acadêmicos foram classificados como muito ativos, ativos e irregularmente ativos. Ainda, foi observado que não houve associação entre as variáveis, níveis de atividade física e depressão (p= 0,47) e estresse (p=0,27). Houve, pois, associação da atividade física e ansiedade (p=0,01). Conclui-se que os estudantes são ativos e um percentual considerável de acadêmicos sofre algum tipo de impacto no bem-estar mental.
CONDUTAS DOS PROFISSIONAIS DE EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA ACERCA DE PROCEDIMENTOS EM PRIMEIROS SOCORROS NAS ACADEMIAS DE MONTES CLAROS E REGIÃO
Authors: Lacerda Teixeira Tawan , Dos Santos Andre Demian , Teixeira Carolina Reis , Durães Geraldo Magela , De Sales Jose Roberto Lopes , Da Silveira Marcel Guimaraes
Published: June 2024

O objetivo do estudo foi de conhecer as condutas de atendimentos em primeiros socorros dos profissionais de Educação Física Bacharelado que atuam nas academias de Montes Claros e região. Refere-se a um estudo descritivo, sendo realizada a pesquisa de campo com corte transversal e aplicação de questionários com itens qualiquantitativos. O instrumento foi disponibilizado via formulário do Google Forms com 28 questões abertas e fechadas. Participaram da pesquisa 40 profissionais de Educação Física Bacharelado que atuam nas academias de Montes Claros e região. O instrumento avaliou o nível de conhecimento sobre o tema abordado, se as disciplinas ofertadas no curso de formação foram suficientes para a aplicação na vida profissional e se eles estão atualizados quanto aos conhecimentos técnicos sobre os atendimentos em Primeiros Socorros. Estes dados obtidos, trarão um maior conhecimento ao público que utiliza dos serviços destes profissionais e se eles podem se sentir tranquilos ao realizarem suas atividades físicas nos ambientes ou lugares onde os profissionais responsáveis estão a fornecer o devido suporte. Pode-se afirmar que os profissionais apresentam bom conhecimento teórico sobre procedimentos em primeiros socorros, e que na maioria das possíveis intervenções, estes profissionais saberiam intervir de maneira satisfatória facilitando os atendimentos dos socorristas capacitados.
Museumification of urban space in provincial Russia (socio-philosophical aspect)
Authors: Макарова А.Н.
Published: June 2024

Понятие «музеефикация», появившееся в начале XX в. как культурологическое знание, существенно изменилось и продолжает меняться. Сегодня данный термин стал актуален в области философии, социологии, урбанистики. Для того чтобы проследить эволюцию и определить новые значения терминов «музей» и «музеефикация», их понимание в контексте провинциальных российских городов, автор проводит историографический анализ источников, раскрывающих понятие музеефикации в традиционном представлении, а также характеризует соответствующие явления современной провинциальной действительности, вычленяет новые социально-философские инструменты, связанные с сохранением и переосмыслением социальной и исторической па- мяти в ключе «мягкой» музеефикации. Автор вводит расширенное определение понятия музеефикации городского провинциального пространства, иллюстрируя данный термин особенностями развития городской среды малых, средних и больших городов России.

The concept “museumification” emerged at the beginning of the 20th cen- tury as a cultural knowledge has changed significantly and is still changing. Today, this term has become relevant in the field of philosophy, sociology, and urban studies. In order to trace the evolution and define new meanings of the terms “museum and “mu- seumification”, their understanding in the context of provincial Russian cities, the author conducts a historiographical analysis of sources that reveal the concept “museumifica- tion” in the traditional view, as well as characterizes relevant phenomena of modern provincial reality, identifies new socio-philosophical tools related to preservation and reinterpretation of social and historical memory in terms of “soft” museumification. The author introduces an expanded definition of museumification of urban provincial space, illustrating this term by the specifics of the urban environment of small, medium and large cities of Russia.
EXTENSION COMMUNICATION COMPETENCE AND COUNSELING INTENSITY ON THE QUALITY OF FAMILY PLANNING EXTENSION SERVICES IN AN EFFORT TO REDUCE STUNTING IN NORTH PADANG LAWAS REGENCY
Authors: Nasution Sofya Rahma , Lubis Lusiana Andriani , Achmad Nurman
Published: June 2024

The stunting phenomenon is a difficult task for family planning extension workers in North Padang Lawas Regency, as well as a concern for the local government to provide assistance to families at risk of stunting. The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of communication competence of extension workers on the quality of Family Planning (KB) extension services in an effort to reduce the stunting and how much influence the communication competence and counseling intensity have on the service quality of family planning. The study is based on a cross-sectional study, and the population is couples of childbearing age who are the target group of assistance by family planning Extension Workers in an attempt to reduce stunting in the community. The results of the study showed that communication competence significantly impacted service quality by 38.6%. Communication competence and extension intensity had a significant impact on service quality 80.9%. The findings can be used by extension workers to improve service quality and ensure adequate competence in stunting prevention programs.
Superconductivity in Brain
Authors: Aslan Çataltepe Özden
Published: June 2024

Bu makalede beyindeki süperiletkenlik olgusu, süperiletkenliğin bazı özelliklerinden temel alınarak incelenmiştir. Hidrojen bazlı bileşiklerin ortam sıcaklığı ve basıncında süperiletken olma olasılığı, süperiletkenlik ile yüksek oranda su yani hidrojen içeren canlı organizmalar arasında bir analoji kurulmasına olanak sağlamıştır. Bu nedenle beyindeki nöronlarda bulunan mikrotübül yapılarında meydana gelen süperiletkenlik olgusu ayrıntılı olarak incelenmiş ve böylece beynin kuantum mekaniksel özellikleri açıklanmaya çalışılmıştır. Bilgisayar belleği gibi işlev görme davranışı, deoksiribonükleik asit hasarını onarma rolü, beyne kuantum mekaniksel davranış kazandırma özelliği nedeniyle; mikrotübüller çok ilginç organellerdir. Bu bağlamda süperiletkenlik, kuantum dolaşıklığı ve bozonik durum gibi olağanüstü özellikleriyle uzun süreli hafıza, empati ve bilinç açısından insana yol gösterici olabilir
Expert Recommendation System To Promote Development-Focused Universities
Authors: Bayraktar Mehmet Yaşar , Kaya Mehmet
Published: June 2024

With the support given to university education in recent years, newly opened or developing universities are trying to specialize in various fields within the framework of the regional development mission. In order to achieve success, there is always a need for experts -who do successful studies and have a wide perspective- in the field sought. Reaching candidates who are experts in their field is a difficult process since it cannot be expressed with a linear/linear mathematical formula. In particular, the increasing number of recent studies, articles and reports has made the selection of experts on the subject difficult and systems that automatically find experts are needed. Reaching candidates who are experts in their field is a difficult process since it is relative. In particular, the increasing number of recent studies, articles and reports has made the selection of experts on the subject difficult and systems that automatically find experts are needed. With this study, the scientific studies published by the academicians and the co-authors in the studies will be evaluated and expert candidates "suitable for the criteria sought" will be listed. Results will be given on the basis of scoring scientific studies for the appropriate researcher criteria. To evaluate a researcher's score, an object function of the expert will be made by looking at the filtered keywords over the articles and studies written by that person. In this application, using the 'Dergi Park' database, suitable expert candidates were scored for the filtered words.
Inequalities for strongly s-convex functions via Atangana-Baleanu fractional integral operators
Authors: Yüksel Ebru
Published: June 2024

It is more convenient to use fractional derivatives and integrals to express and represent rapid changes than to use integer derivatives and integrals. For this reason, fractional analysis has been found worthy of study in many fields. In recent years, fractional derivatives and integrals have been discussed together with inequality theory and the studies have attracted attention. In this article, we discuss new Hermite-Hadamard type approximations for strongly convex functions with the help of Atangana-Baleanu fractional integral operators. Additionally, new upper bounds have been obtained using various auxiliary inequalities with the help of twice differentiable strongly convex functions.
PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN KREASI MINUMAN NON ALKOHOL DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN BAHAN HERBAL KEPADA SISWA SISWI SMA TAMAN RAMA DENPASAR
Authors: I Ketut Wibawa
Published: June 2024

Pendidikan yang komprehensif di SMA Taman Rama tidak hanya memfokuskan pada aspek akademik, melainkan juga mengintegrasikan pengembangan keterampilan dan pengetahuan di luar kurikulum reguler. Salah satu aspek penting dalam pendidikan adalah memperkenalkan siswa pada minuman sehat dan bermanfaat. Salah satu pendekatan yang diusulkan adalah pelatihan pembuatan minuman non-alkohol menggunakan bahan herbal. Minuman herbal memiliki manfaat kesehatan yang signifikan dan ramah lingkungan. Namun, budaya minuman herbal telah tergantikan oleh minuman komersial yang kurang sehat, terutama di kalangan remaja. Konsumsi minuman beralkohol di kalangan remaja menjadi permasalahan serius yang perlu diatasi. Oleh karena itu, pelatihan pembuatan minuman non-alkohol dengan bahan herbal di SMA Taman Rama menjadi solusi proaktif. Tujuan pelatihan ini adalah meningkatkan kesehatan dan pengetahuan siswa serta melestarikan budaya minuman herbal. Manfaatnya mencakup peningkatan pemahaman kesehatan, penguatan keterampilan praktis, pengembangan kreativitas, potensi bisnis, serta peningkatan kesadaran akan pilihan minuman sehat. Pelatihan ini juga dapat membantu mengurangi konsumsi minuman beralkohol di kalangan remaja. Dengan demikian, pelatihan ini memiliki manfaat yang signifikan bagi siswa, sekolah, dan masyarakat secara keseluruhan
Muhasebe Meslek Mensuplarının Muhasebe Manipülasyonuna Karşı Tutumları: Bursa İlinde Bir Uygulama
Authors: Yücel Elif , Özçimen Furkan
Published: June 2024

Muhasebe mesleği sürekli değişim gösteren ve giderek karmaşık hale gelen muhasebe uygulamalarını gerçekleştirirken aynı zamanda pek çok farklı tarafa karşı sorumlulukları bulunan bir meslektir. Bu sorumluluklar zaman zaman meslek mensuplarını etik ikilemde bırakabilmektedir ve bu ikilemler devamında hile, yolsuzluk ve muhasebe manipülasyonu gibi etik dışı davranışlar ile sonuçlanabilmektedir. Bu çalışmanın temel amacı da Serbest Muhasebeci Mali Müşavirlerin (SMMM) mesleki faaliyetlerini sürdürürken muhasebe manipülasyonuna karşı tutumları ve manipülasyona başvurma nedenlerini tespit edebilmektir. Bu amaçla çalışmada öncelikle hile ve muhasebe manipülasyonu kavramları açıklanırken sonrasında Bursa ilinde faaliyetlerine aktif olarak devam eden 420 SMMM ile muhasebe manipülasyonuna ilişkin görüşlerini almak üzere yapılan anket sonuçları analiz edilerek değerlendirilmiştir. Analiz sonucunda SMMM’lerin büyük ölçüde muhasebe manipülasyonuna başvurma konusunda eğilimlerinin olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Bunun en temel nedeni olarak da SMMM’lerin mükelleflerine olan bağlılıkları görülmüştür. Ayrıca çalışmada ankete katılım gösteren meslek mensuplarının demografik özellikleri ile muhasebe manipülasyonuna başvurmaları arasında istatiksel olarak anlamlı bir ilişki olup olmadığı analiz edilmiştir. Analiz sonuçlarına göre erkeklerin muhasebe manipülasyonuna eğilimi daha fazlayken eğitim seviyesi ile muhasebe manipülasyonuna eğilim arasında negatif yönlü bir ilişki olduğu, mesleki deneyim ile muhasebe manipülasyonuna eğilim arasında ise pozitif yönlü bir ilişki olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
Revogação da equiparação do tráfico de drogas aos crimes hediondos, pelo “Pacote Anticrime”, para os efeitos de progressão de regime
Authors: Bortolon Nícolas Bortolotti
Published: June 2024

A Lei n.º 13.964/19, o chamado “Pacote Anticrime”, promoveu diversas alterações na legislação penal e processual penal, o que, ao menos sob o pálio argumentativo de sua epígrafe, dava-se no sentido de aperfeiçoar esse arcabouço normativo. A verdade, porém, é que se tratou, em sua maior parte, de mais um conjunto de normas de recrudescimento de penas e aumento da dificuldade de seu cumprimento e da recuperação da liberdade pelo condenado, chamando atenção, principalmente, a alteração do art. 112 da Lei de Execuções Penais, que passou a contar com porcentagens muito maiores para progressão de regime do que na sua redação anterior. Contudo, ao menos um ponto destoou, intencionalmente ou não, desse plantel de recrudescimento do punitivismo, já bastante exacerbado, de nosso sistema jurídico criminal: a revogação do fundamento legal de equiparação do crime de tráfico de drogas aos crimes hediondos, o art. 2º, § 2º, da Lei 8.072/90, e a consequente modificação das regras de progressão de regime de tal espécie criminal. O presente artigo busca demonstrar as razões pelas quais se deve entender como revogada a equiparação do tráfico aos crimes hediondos, pelo “Pacote Anticrime”, e por que essa verdadeira novatio legis in mellius pode retroagir e servir como importante instrumento prático e normativo de redução do problema crônico de superlotação do já amplamente reconhecido estado de coisas inconstitucional do nosso sistema carcerário.
O papel do Direito no enfrentamento ao racismo: memórias e rupturas para a efetivação de meios de reparação à população negra
Authors: Gomes César de Oliveira , Sales Maria Isabel da Silva
Published: June 2024

O presente trabalho pretende demonstrar a importância de as instituições do sistema de justiça brasileiro promoverem uma ruptura com a ideologia jurídica e política hegemônica e se colocarem como efetivos instrumentos de enfrentamento ao racismo. O vetor de transformação estaria na mudança de percepção na educação jurídica, a partir da ideia de transdisciplinaridade. A memória da escravidão e o legado pós-abolição surgem como elementos históricos de justificação para que o Direito e as instituições que o definem tomem para si a causa da efetivação dos meios de reparação à população negra. Ao final, conclui-se que uma educação jurídica crítica, transdisciplinar, antirracista e pedagogicamente engajada poderá viabilizar a transformação das instituições do sistema de justiça em vetores de enfrentamento ao racismo.
The Right to Play: Interpretation through the Lens of the Convention on the Rights of the Child
Authors: Garayová Lilla
Published: June 2024

Children’s rights are human rights. When internalizing this mantra, it is crucial to understand that children are not only the youngest and most vulnerable population group but also that they have their own particular needs. To ensure that these needs are met, we must recognize an additional subset of human rights that are unique to children. These are comprehensively represented in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, including, among others, the right to protection from all forms of violence, the right to play, and children’s right to express their views in matters affecting them. Children’s rights, however, require more than just an understanding of the relevant theory and implementation of these rights is lagging dangerously behind what is optimal. This shortcoming is further amplified in cases involving certain so-called forgotten rights, and even among these, the right to play is undoubtedly the red-headed stepchild of the Convention that is often overlooked and constantly undervalued.
Aprroximation of Endpoints for Generalized $\alpha $-Nonexpansive Multivalued Mappings in Hyperbolic Spaces
Authors: Kaplan Özekes Makbule
Published: June 2024

In this paper, we establish that the sequence of the new iteration converges to an endpoints of multivalued generalized α-nonexpansive mappings in 2-uniformly convex hyperbolic space. We present some strong and Δ-convergence theorems for such operator in a hyperbolic metric space. The results presented in this paper extend and improve some recent results in the literature.
F-Planar Curves on para-Kähler Manifolds
Authors: Karabacak Atilla , Tarakcı Ömer
Published: June 2024

This paper deals with classifications of F-planar curves on para-K\"{a}hler
manifolds. Also, we give some examples related to them.
Some Results On Nonsmooth Systems including Max-type Functions
Authors: İlter Serkan , Duru Hülya
Published: June 2024

In this paper, we consider optimal control systems with continuous-time which is governed by systems
of ordinary differential equation including max-type functions. We derive some properties concerning nonsmooth concepts, and a special form of adjoint condition involved in the maximum principle giving necessary conditions of optimality for optimal control problems of these systems.
Coefficient bounds for the General Subclasses of Close-to-Convex Functions of Complex Order
Authors: Bulut Serap
Published: June 2024

In this study, we introduce two new subclasses of close-to-convex functions of complex order, which
are introduced here by means of a certain non-homogenous Cauchy-Euler-type differential equation of order m, and determine the coefficient bounds for functions belonging to these new classes.
The Solutions of the Space-Time Fractional Cubic Nonlinear Schrödinger Equation by Using the Unified Method
Authors: Aydemir Tuğba
Published: June 2024

Representing physical processes by introducing fractional derivatives in partial differential equations
provides more realistic and flexible mathematical models. The solutions of nonlinear partial differential equations (NPDEs) can be derived from the solutions of the fractional nonlinear partial differential equations (FNPDEs) when the fractional derivatives go to 1 because FNPDEs are a generalization of NPDEs. Most of the exact solution methods for NPDEs based on the ansatz method can be extended easily to solve FNPDEs. In this study, we employ the unified method to obtain exact solutions in a more general form for the space-time fractional cubic nonlinear Schr¨odinger equation (stFCSE). Compared to other methods, this method not only gives more general solution forms with free parameters for the stFCSE, but also provides many novel solutions including hyperbolic, trigonometric, and rational function solutions. The solutions of the stFCSE approach the solutions of the cubic nonlinear Schr¨odinger equation when the fractional orders go to 1 for time and space. Moreover, three-dimensional graphs of some selected solutions with specific values of the parameters are presented to visualize the behavior and physical structures of the stFCSE.
On a General Non-Linear Difference Equation of Third-Order
Authors: Kara Merve
Published: June 2024

In this paper, we investigate the following general difference equations
\begin{equation*}
x_{n+1}=h^{-1}\left( h\left( x_{n}\right) \frac{Ah\left( x_{n-1}\right)+Bh\left( x_{n-2}\right) }{Ch\left( x_{n-1}\right)+Dh\left( x_{n-2}\right)}\right) ,\ n\in \mathbb{N}_{0},
\end{equation*}
where the parameters $A, B, C, D$ and the initial values $x_{-\Phi}$, for $\Phi=\overline{0,2}$ are real numbers, $h$ is a continuous and strictly monotone function, $h\left( \mathbb{R}\right) =\mathbb{R}$, $h\left( 0\right) =0$. In addition, we obtain closed-form solutions of aforementioned difference equations. Finally, numerical applications are given.
Some Almost $B$-Structures on the Tangent Bundle Equipped with a Vertical Rescaled Metric
Authors: Zagane Abderrahım
Published: June 2024

In the present paper, we study some almost paracomplex structures on the tangent bundle with vertical rescaled metric and search conditions for the tangent bundle to become $B$-manifold, quasi-$B$-manifold.