bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Mobile Roboter zur freien Verkettung von Montagestationen*/Mobile Robots for Dynamically Interconnecting Assembly Stations – How can mobile robots be developed and deployed to provide a flexible transport system?
Authors: Schmitt R. H. , Hüttemann G. , Pöhler S. , Grunert D. , Göppert A.
Published: April 2021

Moderne Produktionssysteme müssen stetig steigenden Herausforderungen, zum Beispiel durch die Individualisierung von Produkten oder gestiegene Variantenvielfalt, genügen und daher hoch flexibel sein. Die klassische, verkettete Produktion stößt dabei zunehmend an ihre Grenzen. Das Werkzeugmaschinenlabor WZL der RWTH Aachen und das Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnologie IPT entwickeln daher im BMBF-geförderten Forschungsprojekt „freeMoVe“ gemeinsam mit Industrieunternehmen eine neue Montageorganisationsform, die „freie Verkettung“. Der Beitrag beschreibt den Einsatz mobiler Roboter für Transport und Handling in frei verketteten Montagesystemen. Beschrieben werden die Anforderungen an mobile Roboter, die technischen und organisatorischen Herausforderungen, die Sicherheit für den Menschen beim Einsatz mobiler autonomer Roboter, die Ansteuerung der Roboter mittels eines Flottenmanagers sowie die Einbindung der Roboter in das Gesamtkonzept der frei verketteten Montage.

 

Customer-specific products, a wide variety of variants and high flexibility: Modern production systems have to meet constantly increasing challenges such as individualization or high variation of products and high flexibility. Classic, rigidly linked production is increasingly reaching its limits. The Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT and the Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering WZL of RWTH Aachen University are therefore working with industrial partners in the BMBF-funded research project freeMoVe to develop a new organisational form of assembly, the so-called dynamically interconnected assembly. This article therefore describes the use of mobile robots for transport and handling in dynamically interconnected assembly systems. The requirements for mobile robots, the technical and organisational challenges, the safety for humans, when using mobile autonomous robots, the control of the robots by means of a fleet manager and the integration of the robots into this overall new concept of assembly organisation are described.
Thermisches Fügen von Metall-Kunststoff-Hybridverbindungen*/Thermal joining of metal-plastic hybrid joints – Analysis of the potential of surface pre-treatment using continuous-wave laser radiation
Authors: Wunderling C. , Meyer S. , Zäh M. F.
Published: April 2021

Das thermische Fügen ist ein vielversprechender Ansatz, um Metall-Kunststoff-Verbindungen herzustellen. Dazu wird als Vorbereitung die Topografie des Metalls modifiziert, sodass der Kunststoff in der Fügezone einen auf starker Adhäsion basierenden Verbund eingeht. Das Remote-Laserstrahl-Abtragschneiden eignet sich hierfür als Vorbehandlungsprozess, dessen Produktivität jedoch für die Serienproduktion noch nicht ausreichend ist. Aktuell angewendete Prozessführungen lassen dennoch Potenziale zur Verbesserung der Produktivität und Effizienz erkennen, durch die insbesondere bei großen Bearbeitungsflächen die Zykluszeiten reduziert werden können. Deren Ausschöpfung entscheidet über den Einsatz des Fügeverfahrens in der Industrie.

 

Thermal joining is a promising approach to produce metal-plastic joints. In preparation, the topography of the metal is modified so that the plastic component enters into an adhesion-based bond in the joining zone. Remote ablation cutting is suitable for this as a pre-treatment process, but its productivity is not yet sufficient for series production. Currently the process management, however, reveals potential for improving productivity and efficiency, so that cycle times can be reduced, especially with large processing areas. This determines the use of the joining process in industry.
Effektive Analyse von Werkzeugmaschinenkalibrierdaten*/Effective analysis of machine tool calibration data. VoluSoft as a showcase for user-friendly visualization and processing of machine tool calibration data
Authors: Montavon B. , Dahlem P. , Schmitt R.
Published: April 2021

Kalibrierung und steuerungsbasierte Kompensation geometrischer Fehler von Werkzeugmaschinen sind industriell verfügbare Technologien, ihre Anwendung ist jedoch wenig verbreitet. Die Ursachen hierfür sind häufig der hohe Zeitaufwand, das Defizit an geschultem Personal oder unklare Formulierung des wirtschaftlichen Mehrwertes. Die entwickelte Software „VoluSoft“ zeigt einen Ansatz zur anwenderfreundlichen und flexiblen Verarbeitung von Kalibrierdaten, mit dem Ziel, den Prozess zu vereinfachen und die Wertschöpfung aus den gewonnen Kalibrierdaten im Sinne von Industrie 4.0 zu steigern.

 

Calibration and control-based compensation of geometric errors of machine tools are methods available at industrial scale, although their application is not very common. Some of the reasons are the high amount of time needed, the lack of trained personnel or the vagueness of their economic benefit. The developed Software “VoluSoft” showcases user-friendly analysis and processing of machine tool calibration data with the objective of simplifying the compensation process. Moreover, the creation of value from calibration data in the context of Industrie 4.0 is increased.
The Medici’s Influence: Revival of Political and Financial Thought in Europe
Authors: Yılmaz Genç Sema , Syed Hassan
Published: April 2021

The history of the European Renaissance has been written in many versions. The move from medieval to Renaissance period in world history shows clashes between empires and human nature. The contemporary scholars have many variants of history to choose from and form their own views about what actually transpired during the historical period. The most significant role of the Medici family was in the new era of European history that witnessed the art of administration on the Medici Bank in Florence/Italy. This paper portrays the point of view of the influence of Islamic Arab scholars as scribes in the re-introduction of Greek-Aristotelian philosophies to Renaissance Europe. This view is being increasingly challenged. The Islamic-Arab scholars such as Averroes and Avicenna were not mere scribes. Better translations of Arabic and Persian historical treasures reveal that the Islamic-Arab scholars during the golden age of Islam were globally accepted literary giants who made profound changes to the ideological shaping of Renaissance Europe.
Osmanlı Diyarbakır’ında Kelekçilerin Örgütlenme Yapısı ve İlişki Ağları
Authors: Dinç Fasih
Published: April 2021

Keçi veya koyun tulumlarının şişirilmesi ve üzerlerine keresteden platformların eklenmesiyle yapılan kelek, Osmanlı dönemi boyunca Dicle Nehri’nin Diyarbakır Musul arası kısmında hem nakliyat hem de ulaşımda kullanılan yegâne vasıta olmuştur. Diyarbakır ve çevresinde üretilen mal ve eşya, kelek vasıtasıyla Irak pazarlarına, oradan da uluslararası pazarlara taşınmıştır. Şehir ticareti ve ulaşımındaki etkin rolüne dayalı olarak, kelek imâl eden ve onu nehir yolunda kullanan kelekçiler, şehrin iktisadi örgütlenmesinin önemli bileşenlerinden biri hâline gelmiştir.

Dicle’nin Musul’a kadar olan kısmının topoğrafyası ve sığ debisinin kelek dışında başka bir vasıtaya imkân tanımaması kelekçiliği, bu bölgeyle sınırlı bir mesleğe dönüştürmüştür. Böylece kelekçilik, Osmanlı Devleti’nin esnaf birliklerinin belli ilkelere bağlı olarak işleyen yapısına Diyarbakır bölgesine münhasır bir meslek olarak dâhil olmuştur. Mesleki anlamda kelekçiliğin örgütsel yapısı ve bu yapıdan kaynaklı ilişkiler ağına dâir çalışma eksikliği, bu konuya yönelmemizi sağlamıştır. Söz konusu eksikliği gidermek amacıyla hazırladığımız bu çalışmada, kelekçilik mesleğine ve loncasına yönelik detaylı bilgiler sunulmaktadır.

Çalışmada, Osmanlı Arşivi ve Diyarbakır Şer’iye Sicillerinin 18. yüzyıl ile 19. yüzyılın ilk yarısına ait verilerinden hareketle, Osmanlı Dönemi’nde Diyarbakır ekonomisinin önemli bir iş kolu olan kelekçiliğin örgütlenme biçimi ve işleyiş düzeni incelenmiştir. Bu çerçevede mesleki örgütlenmenin işleyişinde kelekçilerin devlet ve esnaf örgütleriyle kurduğu ilişki ağları tespit edilerek söz konusu ilişkinin yapısı çözümlenmeye çalışılmıştır.
Sporda Kayırmacılık; Dövüş Sporcuları Üzerine Bir İnceleme
Authors: ÖNTÜRK Yavuz , ŞAHİN İbrahim , YILDIZ Mevlüt , YAĞMUR Rıfat
Published: April 2021

Araştırmanın sporda kayırmacılığın, sporcu deneyimleri ile belirlemek ve kayırmacılık davranışını temsil eden kronizm, nepotizm ve favorizm kavramları ile değerlendirilmesi amacıyla yapılmıştır. Araştırmada nitel araştırma modeli esas alınarak, kişisel görüşme (röportaj) tekniği ile yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu, Güreş, Boks, Kick Boks, Muay Thai, Wushu, Karate ve Taekwondo branşlarında müsabık olan, kategori fark etmeksizin Milli takım seviyesine ulaşmış, uluslararası dereceleri olan ve en az bir Türkiye şampiyonluğu bulunan, gönüllü katılım sağlayan, 7 kadın (%50) ve 7 erkek (%50) olmak üzere toplam 14 sporcu sporcu oluşturmaktadır. Katılımcılar ile yapılan görüşmeler her bir araştırmacı tarafından birden fazla dinlenerek, vermiş oldukları cevaplar bilgisayar ortamında yazılı dokümana dönüştürülmüştür. Verilerin analiz kısmında içerik analizi tekniği kullanılmıştır. Sonuç olarak sporda kayırmacılık davranışlarını antrenör, yönetici ve hakemlerin uyguladığı, özellikle favorizm (eş, dost, arkadaş), nepotizm (kan bağı, akraba) ve kronizm (politik, fikir, görüş yakınlığı) gibi kayırmacılık uygulamalarının yaygın olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Sporda kayırmacılığın hedeflere ulaşmada ciddi bir engel ve sporu bırakma düşüncesine yol açtığı ve kayırmacılığın önlenmesine istinaden sporcuların karamsar düşüncede oldukları çalışma sonuçları arasında yer almaktadır.
Discovery of a Steep-spectrum Low-luminosity Pulsar with the Murchison Widefield Array
Authors: Swainston N. A. , Bhat N. D. R. , Sokolowski M. , McSweeney S. J. , Kudale S. , Dai S. , Smith K. R. , Morrison I. S. , Shannon R. M. , van Straten W. , Xue M. , Ord S. M. , Tremblay S. E. , Meyers B. W. , Williams A. , Sleap G. , Johnston-Hollitt M. , Kaplan D. L. , Tingay S. J. , Wayth R. B.
Published: April 2021

We report the discovery of the first new pulsar with the Murchison Widefield Array (MWA), PSR J0036−1033, a long-period (0.9 s) nonrecycled pulsar with a dispersion measure (DM) of 23.1 pc cm−3. It was found after processing only a small fraction (∼1%) of data from an ongoing all-sky pulsar survey. Follow-up observations have been made with the MWA, the upgraded Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (uGMRT), and the Parkes 64 m telescopes, spanning a frequency range from ∼150 MHz to 4 GHz. The pulsar is faint, with an estimated flux density (S) of ∼1 mJy at 400 MHz and a spectrum

, where ν is frequency. The DM-derived distance implies that it is also a low-luminosity source (∼0.1 mJy kpc2 at 1400 MHz). The analysis of archival MWA observations reveals that the pulsar’s mean flux density varies by up to a factor of ∼5–6 on timescales of several weeks to months. By combining MWA and uGMRT data, the pulsar position was determined to arcsecond precision. We also report on polarization properties detected in the MWA and Parkes bands. The pulsar’s nondetection in previous pulsar and continuum imaging surveys, the observed high variability, and its detection in a small fraction of the survey data searched to date, all hint at a larger population of pulsars that await discovery in the southern hemisphere, with the MWA and the future low-frequency Square Kilometre Array.
Unlocking the Entomological Collection of the Natural History Museum of Maputo, Mozambique
Authors: Sandramo Domingos , Nicosia Enrico , Cianciullo Silvio , Muatinte Bernardo , Guissamulo Almeida
Published: April 2021

The collections of the Natural History Museum of Maputo have a crucial role in the safeguarding of Mozambique's biodiversity, representing an important repository of data and materials regarding the natural heritage of the country. In this paper, a dataset is described, based on the Museum’s Entomological Collection recording 409 species belonging to seven orders and 48 families. Each specimen’s available data, such as geographical coordinates and taxonomic information, have been digitised to build the dataset. The specimens included in the dataset were obtained between 1914–2018 by collectors and researchers from the Natural History Museum of Maputo (once known as “Museu Alváro de Castro”) in all the country’s provinces, with the exception of Cabo Delgado Province.

This paper adds data to the Biodiversity Network of Mozambique and the Global Biodiversity Information Facility, within the objectives of the SECOSUD II Project and the Biodiversity Information for Development Programme. The aforementioned insect dataset is available on the GBIF Engine data portal (https://doi.org/10.15468/j8ikhb). Data were also shared on the Mozambican national portal of biodiversity data BioNoMo (https://bionomo.openscidata.org), developed by SECOSUD II Project.
Simultaneous quantification of eurycomanone, epimedin C and icariin in film coated tablets containing Radix Eurycomae longifoliae extract and Herba Epimedii extract using HPLC – DAD
Authors: Dung Huynh Tran Quoc , Thac Pham Ngoc , Thach Nguyen Ngoc , Nam Nguyen Phuong , Hanh Nguyen Duc
Published: April 2021

Introduction. This study aimed at developing an HPLC-DAD method for simultaneous determination of eurycomanone (EU), epimedin C (EC) and icariin (IC) in EE tablets containing Radix Eurycomae longifoliae extract and Herba Epimedii extract (EE tablets).

Methods. Several HPLC conditions (detection wavelength, mobile phase) and sample preparation conditions (type of solvent, ratios of tablet powder and solvent) were investigated.

Results. The optimized HPLC condition employed a Shim-Pack RP18 column and a detection wavelength of 254 nm. The mobile phase consisted of acetonitrile and water containing 0.1% H3PO4 in gradient elution. The method was selective, linear, precise (RSD < 2%) and accurate with recoveries in the range of 98.51–104.58% for EU, 96.22–104.80% for EC and 97.50–104.96% for IC.

Conclusion. The method for simultaneous quantification of EU, EC and IC in EE tablets by HPLC – DAD was developed and validated for the first time and could be applied for quality control of EE tablets.
L’Autre scène des tatouages. « Tattoo-tracé »
Authors: Roose-Beauprez Olivia
Published: April 2021

Le tatouage, loin d’être une pratique nouvelle, est cependant de plus en plus courant de nos jours que ce soit par l’intermédiaire des réseaux sociaux, des films, des écrits, des conventions mondiales mais également des émissions de télévision. Ainsi, à partir des discours actuels sur le tatouage mais également à partir de sa définition comme empreinte fixe et définitive sous la peau, il s’agira ici de repenser la façon d’entendre les tatouages de nos jours. C’est donc la clinique qui sous-tend ce travail d’écriture où il s’agira de mettre en relief ce qui relève de l’écrit, de la trace, de l’empreinte et de l’adresse et cela à partir d’une réflexion sur les tatouages.
Approche phénoménologique et perspectives cliniques de la médiation photographique avec des enfants autistes
Authors: Lefebvre Marion , Chamond Jeanine
Published: April 2021

Notre expérience clinique auprès d’enfants atteints de troubles du spectre autistique nous amène à utiliser la médiation photographique comme possibilité de restaurer les fondations de la spatio-temporalité de l’autiste, submergé par l’envahissement sensoriel et le flux d’informations provenant du monde auquel il est incapable de faire face et dans lequel il ne peut maintenir sa stance. L’appareil photographique est un appareillage de la pulsion scopique qui protège d’un contact direct avec le monde qu’il saisit à distance, alors même qu’il permet de s’approcher au plus près des choses, de les toucher des yeux, en ouvrant à la vision normale des supra-possibilités qui la prolonge et l’intensifie au moyen de ses divers supports techniques. Tout en incitant à la vision fovéale, il permet un aménagement pacifiant de la vision et crée les possibilités de l’émergence d’un regard par un dédoublement réflexif. Cet appareillage semble susceptible de restaurer la stance et d'entraîner le sentir vers le percevoir et peut-être vers le comprendre. La recherche de cet enchaînement se prolongeant avec la fabrication d’objets thérapeutiques à partir des photographies réalisées est relatée dans notre expérience clinique avec deux enfants.
Vers une intelligence organisationnelle
Authors: Agostinelli Serge , Riccio Pierre-Michel
Published: April 2021

Ce texte présente deux approches de l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour un public non informaticien. Les chercheurs non spécialistes désireux d’approfondir leurs connaissances sur ce domaine y trouveront une recension structurée et une classification des différents travaux de référence en IA selon les deux approches usuelles. La première est le cœur des sciences cognitives et suppose un niveau cognitif autonome. La seconde s’intéresse aux interactions et suppose que la cognition est liée à un organisme inséré dans une situation particulière avec une configuration spécifique. Pour chacune des approches, nous proposons également une analyse de leur relation à l’intelligence et la cognition naturelles. Puis nous présentons l’intelligence des objets qui met en perspective une intelligence organisationnelle.
Contrôleur de gestion territorial : vers une mutation de son rôle en analyste des données stratégiques ?
Authors: Lavigne Laurent
Published: April 2021

Cet article s’intéresse à la contribution du système d’information dans la prise de décision stratégique en management public, plus particulièrement dans les départements français. La rapidité d’exécution des données, la modernité de l’interprétation autonome de la performance, et la conception de l’intelligence de l’action publique, modernisent considérablement ces structures pour les porter sur l’administration en 2.0. Mais ces changements ne s’arrêtent pas aux usagers. Ils ont également un impact sur les métiers territoriaux, notamment sur le rôle du contrôleur de gestion. L’originalité de notre travail donne une nouvelle dimension à ce métier et propose de le définir à présent « territorial data scientist » .
L’imaginaire selon Castoriadis pour comprendre la créativité dans les organisations
Authors: Cina Marion
Published: April 2021

Dans cet article théorique, nous posons la question suivante : en quoi le concept d’imaginaire de Cornelius Castoriadis aide à comprendre la créativité dans les organisations et permet d’apporter des conseils pratiques en la matière ? En répondant à cette question, nous envisageons la créativité comme logée dans les systèmes techniques, sociaux et organisationnels dont dépendent les individus, eux-mêmes les modifiant en permanence. Nous évoquons donc une créativité de l’individu sans cesse différente, car co-construite avec ces systèmes techniques, sociaux et organisationnels, lesquels changent au même rythme. Nous considérons de nombreuses perspectives pour les travaux en sciences de gestion souhaitant s’intéresser à la créativité. En effet, le recours au concept d’imaginaire castoriadien permet non seulement d’harmoniser de nombreuses notions, mais également d’étudier au cas par cas la créativité dans les organisations. Afin de clarifier les points théoriques développés, nous suggérons une méthodologie pour l’étude de la créativité dans les organisations à partir du concept d’imaginaire ; nous en proposons une brève illustration à travers une étude de cas. Code JEL : O310
Structuration écosystémique des pôles de compétitivité : vers un modèle de la quadruple hélice
Authors: de Géry Catherine , Glaser Anna , Laviolette Éric Michaël
Published: April 2021

Cet article contribue à la littérature sur l’évaluation des pôles de compétitivité (PDC). Il caractérise l’évolution des PDC en tant qu’écosystèmes avant d’analyser leur ouverture vers la société civile suggérant le passage vers un autre mode de production de connaissances. À partir d’une méthodologie exploratoire visant à faire émerger des régularités dans la performance des pôles, nous avons constitué une base de données sur l’ensemble des PDC français issus de variables quantitatives à partir des tableaux de bord des PDC (2008 et 2011) et des comptes Twitter (2018). Cette base de données nous permet d’analyser d’abord leur performance en termes d’entrepreneuriat et d’innovation et ensuite d’évaluer leur ouverture vers la société civile. Nos résultats montrent, que malgré leur diversité, les PDC s’orientent vers deux grands types que sont les écosystèmes d’innovation et entrepreneuriaux. Nous constatons que les PDC entrepreneuriaux ont développé une plus forte capacité à inclure la société civile dans leur stratégie de communication digitale, en particulier auprès des utilisateurs. De fait, cette orientation suggère qu’ils seraient plus en adéquation avec le modèle de la quadruple hélice (Carayannis et Campbell, 2017 ; 2009).
Le pilotage des grands investissements de l’état à l’épreuve des faits
Authors: Galtier Bénédicte , Baumstark Luc , Nicolaï Jean-Paul
Published: April 2021

L’évaluation ex post combinée à l’évaluation ex ante et in itinere constituent des outils indispensables pour piloter les investissements publics. L’enjeu est à la fois de susciter le débat citoyen sur une base argumentée et d’allouer efficacement les ressources de l’État. Avec la loi de 2012 sur l’évaluation préalable des investissements publics, le programme d’investissement d’avenir systématisant l’évaluation ex post , et le grand plan d’investissement reposant sur une évaluation in itinere , l’État s’est doté ces dernières années d’outils de pilotage. Mais des marges de progrès demeurent car des malentendus subsistent sur les contraintes supposées de l’évaluation et ses objectifs réels.
Faecal microbial metabolites of proteolytic and saccharolytic fermentation in relation to degree of insulin resistance in adult individuals
Authors: Hernández M.A. González , Canfora E.E. , Blaak E.E.
Published: April 2021

The gut microbiota may affect host metabolic health through microbial metabolites. The balance between the production of microbial metabolites by saccharolytic and proteolytic fermentation may be an important determinant of metabolic health. Amongst the best-studied saccharolytic microbial metabolites are the short-chain fatty acids acetate, propionate and butyrate. However, human data on the role of other microbial fermentation by-products in metabolic health are greatly lacking. Therefore, we compared in a cross-sectional study the faecal microbial metabolites (caproate, lactate, valerate, succinate, and the branched-chain fatty acids (BCFA) (isobutyrate, isovalerate)) between insulin sensitive (homeostatic model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), HOMA-IR<1.85, IS) and insulin resistant (HOMA-IR>1.85, IR) individuals. Additionally, we assessed the relationships between faecal metabolites and markers of metabolic health including fasting glucose, insulin, free fatty acids, insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) and fasting substrate oxidation in 86 individuals with a wide range of body mass index. Faecal metabolite concentrations did not significantly differ between IS and IR. Furthermore, there were no associations between microbial metabolites and metabolic health markers, except for a slight positive association of isovalerate with carbohydrate oxidation (E%, std β 0.194, P=0.011) and fat oxidation (E%, std β -0.075, P=0.047), also after adjustment for age, sex and BMI. In summary, faecal caproate, lactate, valerate, succinate, and BCFA (isobutyrate, isovalerate) were not different between IR and IS individuals, nor was there any association between these faecal metabolites and parameters of metabolic health. Further human intervention studies are warranted to investigate the role of these microbially-derived fermentation products and their kinetics in metabolic health and insulin sensitivity.
SYNOPTICS: A SIMULATION GAME FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS
Authors: Dearth Susan , McKenzie Leon
Published: April 2021

JCEN is aware that inservice and continuing educators share a growing enthusiasm with others in education for gaming as an instructional strategy. Readers have responded favorably to previous articles that have referred to games as leading to more active involvement of the learner.

Synoptics by former JCEN author Leon McKenzie, and Susan Dearth deals with role "bias" and the importance of being aware of the perspectives of significant others.
The Six "A's" of Assertiveness
Authors: Rawnsley Marilyn M
Published: April 2021

This paper addresses the conceptual basis of the phenomena called "assertiveness." Assertiveness is postulated to be a constructive "fight" response to a real or perceived conflict with an authority figure. Differences between assertiveness and other protective responses are illustrated by a paradigm of alternative behavioral pathways. Competence is speculated to be a critical variable in influencing the expression of assertive, rather than aggressive, responses.
Impact of a Continuing Education Program in Cancer Nursing Part I: Results Affecting Patient Care
Authors: Valencius Jeanne
Published: April 2021

Data collected from 250 registered nurses who completed a variety of cancer nursing educational programs offered over a three-year period are presented. Demographic information, goals for clinical practice development and generalizability of skills to noncancer patients are presented with implications for future programs and curriculum development. This is part one of a two-part article. Part two will appear in the May/June issue.
Statewide Continuing Education Needs Assessment in Nursing: The SNAP System
Authors: Smith Joseph O , Ross G Robert , Smith Imogene K
Published: April 2021

Needs assessment has become an integral part of program planning in continuing education. Identification of learner needs is likely to result in more relevant program offerings as well as more efficient use of time, monetary, and personnel resources. This paper describes the development of a model system for continuing education needs assessment in nursing. The system, called SNAP, provides a flexible mechanism for collecting and analyzing large amounts of data. The system components include a questionnaire, a computer program, a computer-generated report, and an interpretation manual. Preliminary analysis of data collected in South Carolina are presented.
Poster Presentation - More than a Poster on a Board!
Authors: Gustafson Marilyne
Published: April 2021

Individuals who are planning to present a poster session are given guidelines for both planning and presenting their topic. Following a definition, the purposes, advantages, and disadvantages of this method of presenting information are given. Additionally, there are specific suggestions for conference planners. Planners and presenters alike should find useful information in this brief article.
Continuing Education Impact Evaluation
Authors: Heick Merle A
Published: April 2021

Does continuing education programming for nurses affect patient care? The affirmative answer to this question is crucial to the accountability of programs providing continuing education. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the effect on patient care services of a selected continuing nursing education project at two and eight months following the completion of the learning experience.
Nurses' Knowledge About AIDS in Erie County, New York: A Research Brief
Authors: Haughey Brenda P , Scherer Yvonne K , Wu Yow-Wu B
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

This study describes knowledge about acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) among a random sample of 581 registered nurses in Erie County, New York. Data were gathered by mailed questionnaires that included items about the epidemiology, pathophysiology, transmission, and treatment of AIDS. Substantial deficiencies in knowledge were observed. The mean score on an index of knowledge was slightly less than 70%. Respondents were most knowledgeable about the transmission of AIDS and least knowledgeable about issues pertaining to treatment and care. Nurses who had cared for patients with AIDS scored significantly higher overall than those without experience. These data document the need to provide continuing education programs for nurses to prepare them to meet the needs of the increasing AIDS crisis.
Journal Reading Habits of Registered Nurses
Authors: Skinner Kathryn , Miller Beverly
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

The rapidly escalating patient acuity level in today's acute care hospitals demands greater specialization and more advanced clinical nursing skills. Professional nursing journals are an excellent source of continuing education and practical clinical update. We designed a descriptive study to determine registered nurses' use of current nursing periodicals. A 26-item questionnaire was used. Respondents were 507 full-time RNs employed in two metropolitan hospitals. Ninety-three percent of the RNs felt that information in journals helps them in their practice, and 68% subscribed to professional nursing journals. Eighty-eight percent agreed they needed to read journals in order to keep up. Articles of clinical interest were the most widely read sections, and the most frequent reason given for not reading was lack of time.
Retention Is the Goal: Extinguish Burnout with Self-Esteem Enhancement
Authors: Husted Gladys L , Miller M Carroll , Wilczynski Evelyn M
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

This article presents dialogues and selected strategies intended to enhance self-esteem and lessen burnout. While the article focuses on the dialogues and the strategies, it is necessary to begin with a brief discussion of self-esteem and burnout to make the connection between the two clear. The existing relationship between self-esteem and burnout contributes to the current nursing shortage. Among the reasons contributing to the nursing shortage is the exodus of nurses who have experienced or are experiencing burnout. This article guides nurses through a series of dialogues and strategies that, when practiced, will enhance self-esteem and decrease burnout by increasing job satisfaction for nurses.
Preceptors Promote Competence and Retention: Strategies to Achieve Success
Authors: Hitchings Kim S
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

When considering factors that affect nurse recruitment and retention, an appropriate response to the nursing shortage may be to either implement a preceptor model or refine an existing preceptor program. This article describes the evolution of a comprehensive preceptor model including the following: strategies to gain staff, administrative, and educational support and involvement; a preceptorship policy and procedure; a formal program to prepare preceptors; the need for identified orientation, learning expectations, and documentation of the same; evaluation methods of a preceptor model; and rewards for the preceptor. The viability and strength of this preceptor pogram may be attributed to the inclusion of all levels of nursing staff in its development and implementation.
Comparison of Nurses' Self-Directed Learning Activities
Authors: Emblen Julia D , Gray George T
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

This study compares the self-directed learning (SDL) practices of baccalaureate (40) and master's (40) nurses. Using a personal interview format, nurses were queried as to the number and nature of their SDL projects. Based on the study data, nurses spend a greater portion of their SDL time on professional area content. Respondents indicated they spend an average of 313 hours per year on independent learning projects with 217 of those hours on professional topics. Master's-prepared nurses spend more time per year (398 hours) and slightly more time on professional content (71%) compared to the time baccalaureate-prepared nurses spend per year (230 hours) on professional content (67%). Implications for nursing education are identified with respect to learner motivation and accessibility of materials.
Communication Skills for Continuing Education in Nursing
Authors: Lubbers Charles A , Roy Steven J
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

Good communication is a vital element in the delivery of quality nursing care, while poor communication can lead to lawsuits and avoidable patient death. This research surveyed 132 hospital nurses in the Midwest to determine their communication education while in school, the availability of continuing education programs related to communication, and the most important communication skills in nursing. The results indicate a great need for inservice education on communication.
Rural Nurses as Self-Directed Learners: Overcoming Obstacles to Continuing Education
Authors: St Clair Claire , Brillhart Barbara
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

Evaluation of a fieldtest of a self-directed learning (SDL) program included assessing rural nurses' self-perceived competencies in this method and loci of control for motivation. A significant negative relationship occurred between high scores for learner skills and internal motivation ratings. Sixty-two percent rated themselves above the mean as self-directed learners regardless of perceived loci of control in the stressful rural practice environment. SDL can offer an alternative way to meet continuing education needs of rural nurses in their efforts to overcome the many obstacles to professional growth in rural practice.
Self-Directed Learning and Nursing Orientation Programs: Are They Compatible?
Authors: Prociuk Joan L
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

Is self-directed learning (SDL) effective in meeting the educational needs of nurses? If so, is this method of learning compatible with nursing orientation programs? This article describes a study that examined nurses' experience with and knowledge of SDL, and explored its use in nursing orientation programs. Results showed that most nurses prefer to use SDL over learning directed by educators. However, this study identified a number of factors that educators should consider prior to implementing SDL in hospital orientation programs.
Concept Mapping: Promoting Science Learning in BN Learners in Australia
Authors: Wilkes Lesley , Cooper Karen , Lewin Julie , Batts Judith
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

Background: We reviewed the process of using concept mapping as a methodology to teach science to RNs in a bachelor degree of nursing program in Australia.

Method: The technique was used for two classes of students in the science unit during 1995 with work packages and independent student learning being the focus of the unit.

Results: Both instructors and students found the experience mainly positive. It helped the students become more independent learners, have a greater confidence in their knowledge of science, and allowed their understanding of science in their practice to become more meaningful and personalized. For the instructors it allowed them to concentrate on students with learning difficulties because they had less face-to-face teaching hours. Major issues arising from the process related to how to balance science content and the techniques of concept mapping and how to more effectively assess the learning outcomes of the students.

Conclusion: Concept mapping is a useful technique to link science and nursing practice. Not only can it be used in academic programs to teach the science underlying practice, it can be used in the clinical area to teach patients. As a technique it works well in staff development and continuing education where the focus is on elucidating the rationale for inuring practice and providing evidence for the value of this practice.
Assessment of Nurses' Continuing Education Needs in Jordan
Authors: Al-Ma'aitah Rowaida , Momani Mohammed
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT

This study assessed the learning needs of hospital nurses in northern Jordan to develop programming recommendations for future continuing education (CE) efforts. Although few CE programs exist, a response rate of 85% (n = 171) suggested these nurses have important learning needs. Nurses identified eight priority content areas: critical care, management of cardiac arrest, emergency room nursing, delegation and accountability, power and authority, teaching innovations, seminar management, and patient education. The findings showed that almost two thirds of subjects (n = 110) had not attended a CE program in the previous year, and very few (n = 8) had read nursing journals to supplement their nursing knowledge. Although data suggested lack of motivation to participate in CE programs was a frequent problem, they also indicated CE participation would increase if participants could earn some type of credit for this additional education.
A Collaborative Partnership for Improving Newborn Safety: Using Simulation for Neonatal Resuscitation Training
Authors: Palmer Elizabeth , Labant Amy L. , Edwards Taylor F. , Boothby Johanna
Published: April 2021

Background:

The latest Neonatal Resuscitation Program
®
(NRP) guidelines suggest the use of team-based training using simulation. Furthermore, psychometric testing of instruments appropriate to measure team performance in NRP is needed. This study evaluated the effects of simulation on the training and performance of the health care team attending deliveries at a rural community hospital.

Method:

Twenty-three nurses and nurse anesthetists comprised the sample. A pre- and postintervention repeated measures design was used. Data were collected using the Background/Experience Survey, Self-Assessment and Attitudes Survey, and two Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality TeamSTEPPS tools (the Teamwork Perceptions Questionnaire [T-TPQ] and the TeamSTEPPS Teamwork Attitudes Questionnaire [T-TAQ]), the Simulation Effectiveness Tool–Modified (SET-M), and the Individual and Team Performance Survey.

Results:

Data analysis revealed significant findings in team functioning, situation monitoring, and communication. Prebriefing and debriefing were valuable as measured by the SET-M.

Conclusion:

This project supports the use of simulation to enhance team-based training, performance, and communication.

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J Contin Educ Nurs.
2019;50(7):319–324.]
METATARSOPHALANGEAL JOINT FUSION OF THE GREAT TOE
Authors: Gimple Kenneth , Amspacher James C , Kopta Joseph A
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: Forty-eight metatarsophalangeal fusions of the great toe were performed for a variety of disorders and followed an average of 28 months. Over 80% of the results were graded as excellent or good. The single most important factor in achieving an excellent result was a solid bony fusion. The degree of valgus or extension in which the f oint was fused did not seem to be critical to the functional result. There was no clinically detectable alteration in gait with arthrodesis of the metatarsophalangeal joint of the great toe.
ORTHOPEDIC ASPECTS OF PEDESTRIAN VICTIMS OF AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENTS
Authors: Garland Douglas E , Glogovac S V , Waters Robert L
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: Orthopedic injuries in 25 pedestrian victims of automobile accidents were reviewed using severe craniocerebral trauma as the common denominator, A triad of craniocerebral injury, pelvic fracture and lower extremity injury was identified. Upper extremity injuries were uncommon and usually occurred in the shoulder girdle area. A delay in diagnosis of musculoskeletal injuries occurred in five patients (20%). Nineteen patients sustained fractures involving the lower extremity and/or pelvis (76%). The pedestrian victims had approximately a 50% occurrence of lower extremity injuries (14 of 25) and approximately 50% incidence of pelvic fractures (11 of 25). Six victims (24%) sustained both injuries. Routine roentgenography of the comatose pedestrian victim should include AP and lateral of the skull and cervical spine and AP of the chest, pelvis and knees.
EPIPHYSEAL FRACTURE OF THE BASE OF THE FIRST METATARSAL: A CASE REPORT
Authors: Trafton Peter G
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: A fracture of the epiphysis of the first metatarsal is presented to emphasize its proximal location and the principle of closed reduction rather than immobilization alone for the treatment of children's metatarsal fractures.
ENDER INTRAMEDULLARY NAILING OF PERTROCHANTERIC FRACTURES
Authors: Butterfield S , Ousous S , Reschaurer R
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: The remarkable success in Europe of the multiple flexible Ender nails in treating intertrochanteric and pertrochanteric fractures of the femur in the elderly makes it essential for the American orthopedist to understand this procedure as well as those refinements of technique accomplished since 1969. ' Most pitfalls of the nailing have not been outlined, except to call them "complications." With proper understanding of the method, the operation will result in few of these "complications." At Landeskrankenhaus, Graz, 130 cases have been reviewed. There were no superficial or deep infections reported, and there were no delayed unions or nonunions. Ail patients who were ambulatory preinjury were allowed to bear full weight and were ambulated within two or three days postsurgery.
Arthroscopic Surgery for Relief of Pain in the Osteoarthritic Knee
Authors: Richards Robert N , Lonergan Robert P
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: This retrospective study reviews 43 patients with osteoarthritis of the knee who underwent arthroscopic surgery, from January 1979 until April 1982. Percutaneous drilling of an osteochondral defect in the femoral condyle was performed in 22 patients to relieve the high intraosseous pressure and rest pain associated with this disease; successful results were recorded in 80% of patients at an average followup of 25.1 months. Partial meniscectomy was performed in 21 patients to remove an obstructing degenerative meniscal tear; 81% had successful results with an average followup of 40.6 months. There were no postoperative complications. Percutaneous drilling and excision of degenerative meniscal tears can be valuable arthroscopic procedures in properly selected patients with osteoarthritis of the knee.
Surgical Treatment of Recurrent Morton's Neuroma
Authors: Nelms Barry A , Bishop John O , Tullos Hugh S
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: In this series, 27 patients underwent surgery for recurrent Morton's neuroma through a plantar incision. All patients were women, with an age range of 35 to 65 years. Followup ranged from 12 months to three years. Twenty-one patients had recurrent neuromas in the third intermetatarsal space, and six patients had recurrence in the second intermetatarsal space.

Twenty-four of 27 patients had excellent or good results, a success rate of 89%. Three patients with poor results had undergone previous surgery, including metatarsal osteotomies and adjacent nerve exploration, with resultant fat pad atrophy and chronic metatarsalgia. None of the patients developed a painful plantar scar. Stress fractures of the third metatarsal were not seen. Normal shoe wear and activity returned at six to 12 weeks in those patients with a satisfactory result.
RADIOLOGIC CASE STUDY
Authors: Griffiths Harry J
Published: April 2021

Diabetic Osteopathy
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Authors: O'Malley G M , Lambdin C S , McCleary G S
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: An illustrative case report and a review of the literature are presented. The tarsal tunnel syndrome is a relatively rare syndrome consisting of pain, paresthesias, and varying degrees of motor and vasomotor changes in any or all three branches of the posterior tibial nerve at the ankle. It represents a pressure neuropathy secondary to intrinsic or extrinsic stenosis of the tarsal tunnel, with a wide variety of underlying causes. The clinical suspicion may be confirmed by electromyography and nerve conduction studies, comparing motor and sensory action potential latency, amplitude and duration to that of the uninvolved foot. Surgical decompression affords the only consistent good results with an 80% to 90% cure rate. Key indexing terms: tarsal tunnel syndrome, posterior tibial nerve, pressure neuropathy.
Intertrochanteric Fractures in High Risk Geriatric Patients Treated by External Fixation
Authors: Gotfried Yechiel , Frish Eduard , Mendes David G , Roffman Moshe
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: Conservative treatment in intertrochanteric fractures of the high risk patient carries a high rate of mortality and morbidity, In the present study external fixation of the fracture was performed under local or light generai anaesthesia. This is a safe procedure and permits immediate full weight bearing.
Post-Polio Sequelae and the Psychology of Second Disability
Authors: Frick Nancy M
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: Thousands of persons who had poliomyelitis are reporting new physical symptoms that are eroding physical abilities, regained only after strenuous and lengthy rehabilitation, that were thought to have been permanently restored. These symptoms are causing persons to feel they are becoming di$abled for a second time by the same disease. These new symptoms are psychologically traumatic also because they are unexpected, their cause is unknown and there is a lack of knowledge and understanding concerning them within the medical community. Society's negative and pejorative attitude toward the disabled is discussed to explain the psychological trauma associated with any first or second disability. Psychological processes that promote acceptance of disability are outlined with special emphasis on the post-polio experience. Post-polio support groups are described as one means to obtain the resources necessary to surmount the physical and psychological difficulties associated with post-polio sequelae.
Post-Polio Sequelae- Differential Diagnosis and Management
Authors: Maynard Frederick M
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: Forty-two patients with a past history of poliomyelitis were evaluated at a post-polio clinic for new problems or impairments. Evaluation included a complete history, neurological and biomechanical examination and electrodiagnostic studies. Based on this evaluation patients were placed into three groups: 1) 23 patients were considered to have or likely to have Progressive Post-Polio Muscular Atrophy (PPPMA); 2) 17 patients were considered to have other post-polio sequelae; and 3) two patients had problems unrelated to a past history of polio but mistaken for post-polio sequelae. Musculoskeletal pain was a common complaint among all groups of patients. Twenty-two of the 40 patients with post-polio sequelae were advised to alter their method of ambulation and/or decrease their activity pattern in order to decrease strain and/or excessive exertion of involved muscles. The role of chronic overuse and exercise in producing PPPMA or musculoskeletal pain problems is discussed. Characteristic clinical problems and useful management plans are described.
The Use of Strengthening Exercises in Post-Polio Sequelae: Methods and Results
Authors: Feldman Rubin M
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT: Some individuals who had poliomyelitis 20 to 30 years ago are now reporting a recurrence of symptoms of weakness in the same muscle groups that were weakened during the initial onset of the disease. Electrophysiological findings on EMG and repetitive stimulation studies identify changes peculiar to this disease.

Non-fatiguing progressive resistive exercises have been used to strengthen muscle groups demonstrating this secondary weakness after the muscles have been identified by electrophysiological studies. Favorable results are reported after non-fatiguing exercises which, combined with Occupational Therapy and appropriate orthotic management, have resulted in improvement in function of ambulation and activities of daily living. The causes of muscle atrophy and pain seen in these individuals are also discussed.