bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A hierarchical model for industry 4.0 concepts
Authors: Cordeiro Raphaella F. , Reis Luciana P. , Fernandes June M.
Published: April 2023

Abstract Purpose: This research aims to structure a hierarchical model that integrates the industry 4.0 (I4.0) concepts and standardizes concepts based on the literature. Originality/value: Kamble et al. (2018) point out the lack of architecture to represent I4.0 concepts. This paper brings an approach to the relationship between these concepts of I4.0. It expands the studies by Ghobakhloo (2018) and Liao et al. (2017) and homogenizes terms present in the literature. Design/methodology/approach: From a systematic review of the literature in the Scopus and ScienceDirect databases, from 2011 to 2019, 91 articles were reviewed, of which 58 articles were analyzed. Findings: From the literature, the terms related to I4.0 were grouped into three categories: technologies, principles, and dimensions. Technology clusters represent tools used to promote changes and transformations in the processes, here called principles. These changes and transformations create new industry standards, enabling process integration for problem-solving, and contributing to implementing intelligent management. The relationship between these categories results in a hierarchical model for I4.0 concepts. This hierarchical model can be used to identify opportunities for future research, demonstrating associations between categories that have not yet been explored. It opens possibilities for organizations to enter the fourth industrial revolution. The results help practitioners and researchers to understand this new process in detail and facilitate the construction of a valid and operational intelligent manufacturing platform.
Identificação de Prioridades Através do Método de Estruturação de Problemas Para Reduzir as Dependências dos Serviços Ecossistêmicos na Distribuição de Eletricidade
Authors: Sosa Pablo Ricardo Belosevich , Santos Leandro Duarte dos , Pavani Bruna Fatiche , Ribeiro Amanda Nunes , Sinisgalli Paulo Antônio de Almeida , Sousa Júnior Wilson Cabral de , Schlindwein Sandro Luis
Published: April 2023

Resumo A distribuição de energia elétrica é uma atividade fundamental para a sociedade. No entanto, pouco se conhece sobre ações que mitiguem os riscos e dependências dessa atividade em relação aos Serviços Ecossistêmicos (SE). Tal fato pode influenciar negativamente sua prosperidade, especialmente, no longo prazo. Dentro desse contexto, o presente trabalho tem por objetivo identificar ações que mitigam os riscos e dependências em relação aos SE associados a uma empresa do setor elétrico no Brasil que realiza o serviço de distribuição de energia elétrica. A identificação se baseou na coleta, análise e interpretação de percepções de stakeholders envolvidos na atividade, por meio de uma adaptação do método de estruturação de problemas Strategic Options Development and Analysis (SODA). Como resultado, obteve-se uma visão estruturada de ações que mitigam os riscos e dependências da distribuição de energia elétrica em relação aos SE, possibilitando uma gestão focada na longevidade tanto dos SEs quanto da atividade econômica.
Disposal of Pharmaceutical Waste by the Rural Population
Authors: Rausch Paulo Cesar , Agostinetto Lenita , Siegloch Ana Emilia
Published: April 2023

Abstract Improper disposal of expired medicines and treatment leftovers can contaminate the environment and compromise the human health, however, the implementation of reverse logistics for medicines is a challenge for municipalities. The objective of this study was to characterize the medicines disposal by the rural population of the Correia Pinto municipality/SC. Study was quantitative, descriptive-transversal, with data collection in the field from the application of a questionnaire to 156 rural residents. The results showed that basic sanitation is precarious, as 64.7% of people consume untreated water and are not served by waste collection, although 94.9% use the septic tank as sewage treatment. A high percentage of the population (63.43%) reported the daily use of medication. About 75% discard leftovers from drug treatment and expired drugs inappropriately. The data collected can contribute to the implementation strategies of the reverse logistics system for medicines waste, in addition to show the gaps in rural sanitation.
Antibacterianos e condutas adotadas por produtores de leite em Goiás, Brasil
Authors: Silva Damila Batista Caetano , Santos Dyana Ribeiro dos , Freitas Sabrina Lucas Ribeiro de , Noronha Filho Antônio Dionísio Feitosa , Borges Naida Cristina , Queiroz Paulo José Bastos , Silva Luiz Antônio Franco da
Published: April 2023

Resumo O leite e seus derivados são ricos em nutrientes e largamente consumidos pela população. Contudo, a presença de resíduos de substâncias químicas é frequente nesses produtos. Esse estudo objetivou realizar um diagnóstico sobre o uso de antibacterianos, avaliar o conhecimento sobre esses fármacos e condutas adotadas por produtores de leite em Goiás, Brasil. Foram visitadas 286 propriedades leiteiras em 36 municípios do estado, onde foram realizadas entrevistas com o proprietário ou mão de obra auxiliar. As perguntas abordavam parâmetros produtivos da propriedade e uso de antibacterianos. As respostas foram apresentadas em porcentagem e gráficos. A análise estatística foi realizada pelo teste de qui-quadrado de Pearson ao nível de significância de 5%. Apenas 26,2% dos produtores utilizavam antibacterianos indicados por veterinários e todos (100%) descartavam o leite com resíduos de forma inadequada. Dentre os 21 princípios ativos citados, os mais utilizados foram as tetraciclinas e penicilinas. As principais doenças tratadas com antibacterianos foram enterite (22,1%), tristeza parasitária bovina (21,1%) e mastite (19,4%). Observou-se que 37,4% dos entrevistados não souberam distinguir antibacterianos de outros medicamentos. Verificou-se que quanto mais especializada é a fazenda, maior é a assistência veterinária e maiores os cuidados para tratamentos com antibacterianos. A maioria dos entrevistados (51,7%) apresentava ensino fundamental incompleto. Esses resultados fornecem informações importantes sobre como os produtores rurais do estado de Goiás utilizam antibacterianos e servem como base para intervenções futuras. É evidente a necessidade de maior acesso dos produtores a serviços veterinários em Goiás, a fim de reduzir o uso desnecessário e inadequado de antibacterianos.
Estratégias de vedação na ensilagem de milho e desempenho de ovinos em confinamento
Authors: Scheidt Kácia Carine , Diaz Tatiana Garcia , Machado Juliana , Osmari Milene Puntel , Daniel João Luiz Pratti , Jobim Clóves Cabreira
Published: April 2023

Resumo Objetivou-se avaliar os efeitos de differentes estratégias de vedação sobre a estabilidade aeróbia e o valor alimentício da silagem de milho fornecida para cordeiros em terminação. Os tratamentos foram definidos de acordo com a estratégia de vedação do silo: LP (lona preta de polietileno), LP + Bagaço (lona preta de polietileno + bagaço de cana) e LP + Silostop (lona preta de polietileno + filme de barreira de oxigênio Silostop® Orange). Foram utilizados seis cordeiros por tratamento, totalizando 18 animais, em um período experimental de 63 dias. A silagem do tratamento LP apresentou maior estabilidade aeróbia, porém proporcionou menor coeficiente de digestibilidade da matéria seca. Não foi observada diferença significativa entre os tratamentos para o consumo e desempenho dos cordeiros. Todavia, para o peso corporal final, ganho de peso, ganho médio diário, eficiência alimentar e consumo de matéria seca, os melhores resultados, em valor absoluto, foram encontrados para os cordeiros alimentados com dieta à base da silagem coberta com LP + Bagaço. A silagem vedada exclusivamente com a lona preta de polietileno apresentou maior estabilidade aeróbia. As diferentes estratégias de vedação utilizadas nesse experimento não influenciaram o desempenho de cordeiros Dorper x Santa Inês em terminação.
Effects of mixed feeding strategies with different dietary energy: protein ratios on juvenile Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
Authors: Litaiff Isabela , Moesch Samara , Sado Ricardo Yuji , Bicudo Álvaro José de Almeida
Published: April 2023

Abstract The evaluation of feeding strategies is necessary to ensure the sustainability of aquaculture. This study assessed the effect of two diets with different E:P ratios (9.6 and 10.3 kcal of digestible energy per gram of crude protein) on Nile tilapia juveniles. The growth, feed and nutrient use, economic parameters, whole-body composition, and liver steatosis of fish were evaluated. There was no significant effect of treatments on the growth, feed intake, feed conversion ratio, uniformity, and survival of the fish. The lower feed cost (P>0.05) per biomass or 1000 units produced was registered in Nile tilapia juveniles fed with 10.3 kcal DE/g CP diet for seven days. The contribution of ether extract in fish weight gain was reduced (P=0.055) by the increased use of the 10.3 kcal DE/g CP diet in the feeding strategies. The same trend was observed in fish whole-body lipid levels. Body indexes were similar (P>0.05) among fish from the different treatments. Mixing diets with different E:P ratios in a weekly feeding protocol does not impair productive performance of Nile tilapia juveniles. However, considering the cost of feeding, the recommendation is to supply a diet with 33%CPand 3.4 kcal/DE for seven days per week.
Factors associated with acute kidney injury in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: retrospective cohort
Authors: Coelho Filipe Utuari de Andrade , Gadioli Barbara , Freitas Flavia Fernandes Manfredi de , Vattimo Maria de Fatima Fernandes
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Objective: To identify factors associated with acute kidney injury in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Method: Retrospective cohort study conducted in an adult Intensive Care Unit with patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation from 2012 to 2021. The research used the Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes as criteria for definition and classification of acute kidney injury. A multiple logistic regression model was developed to analyze the associated factors. Results: The sample was composed of 122 individuals, of these, 98 developed acute kidney injury (80.3%). In multiple regression, the associated factors found were vasopressin use, Nursing Activities Score, and glomerular filtration rate. Conclusion: The use of vasopressin, the Nursing Activities Score, and the glomerular filtration rate were considered as factors related to the development of acute kidney injury in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.
Fatores associados a lesão renal aguda em pacientes submetidos à oxigenação por membrana extracorpórea: coorte retrospectivo
Authors: Coelho Filipe Utuari de Andrade , Gadioli Barbara , Freitas Flavia Fernandes Manfredi de , Vattimo Maria de Fatima Fernandes
Published: April 2023

RESUMO Objetivo: Identificar os fatores associados à lesão renal aguda em pacientes submetidos a oxigenação por membrana extracorpórea. Método: Estudo de coorte retrospectivo, realizado em uma Unidade de Terapia Intensiva adulta, com pacientes submetidos à oxigenação por membrana extracorpórea, no período de 2012 a 2021. O critério para definição e classificação da lesão renal aguda foi o da Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes. Para a análise dos fatores associados foi elaborado um modelo de regressão logística múltipla. Resultados: A amostra foi composta por 122 indivíduos, destes, 98 desenvolveram lesão renal aguda (80,3%). Na regressão múltipla, os fatores associados encontrados foram a utilização de vasopressina, o Nursing Activities Score e a taxa de filtração glomerular. Conclusão: O uso da vasopressina, o Nursing Activities Score e a taxa de filtração glomerular foram considerados como fatores relacionados ao desenvolvimento de lesão renal aguda em paciente submetido à oxigenação por membrana extracorpórea.
PERSPECTIVE OF IMMIGRANTS ON PERSONAL AND FAMILY INTEGRATION IN BRAZILIAN SOCIETY
Authors: Pizzol Erika dos Santos Ratuchnei Dal , Barreto Mayckel da Silva , Figueiredo Maria Do Céu Aguiar Barbieri de , Gurrutxaga María Idoia Ugarte , Padilla Francisca Maria Garcia , Santos Maria Luisa , Lino Iven Giovanna Trindade , Marcon Sonia Silva
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Objective: to describe the experiences of immigrants and their families related to integration in Brazil. Method: this is a descriptive study, with a qualitative approach, carried out in a municipality in southern Brazil. The informants were 13 immigrants who had lived in Brazil between six months and five years and who were able to communicate in Portuguese, English or Spanish. Data were collected between May and November 2021, through semi-structured interviews, audio-recorded and subjected to thematic content analysis. Results: the 13 participants were aged between 27 and 65 years (mean age 36 years), nine of whom were women, seven from Venezuela and the others from countries in South, Central America and Africa. Three categories emerged which show the adversities experienced, especially in relation to jobs (low wages, labor exploitation, non-recognition of academic titles), communication difficulties and distance from family. On the other hand, they also show satisfaction with public safety, health care and the possibility of personal and professional development. To maintain family unity and their origins, people in an immigration situation financially help members who could not migrate, make typical foods and use the native language in the home environment. Conclusion: integration into Brazilian society is permeated by challenges, namely the absence/distance from family of origin and/or constituted, lack of understanding of language, work and financial problems and social support network weakness. However, immigrants seek to maintain an adequate family functioning based on the support of institutions and the maintenance of the culture of origin.
PERSPECTIVA DE IMIGRANTES SOBRE A INTEGRAÇÃO PESSOAL E FAMILIAR NA SOCIEDADE BRASILEIRA
Authors: Pizzol Erika dos Santos Ratuchnei Dal , Barreto Mayckel da Silva , Figueiredo Maria Do Céu Aguiar Barbieri de , Gurrutxaga María Idoia Ugarte , Padilla Francisca Maria Garcia , Santos Maria Luisa , Lino Iven Giovanna Trindade , Marcon Sonia Silva
Published: April 2023

RESUMO Objetivo: descrever as vivências de imigrantes e suas famílias relativas à integração no Brasil. Método: estudo descritivo, com abordagem qualitativa, realizado em município no Sul do Brasil. Os informantes foram 13 imigrantes que residiam no Brasil entre seis meses e cinco anos e que conseguiam se comunicar em português, inglês ou espanhol. Os dados foram coletados entre maio e novembro de 2021, mediante entrevistas semiestruturadas, audiogravadas e submetidas à análise de conteúdo temática. Resultados: os 13 participantes tinham idades entre 27 e 65 anos (média de 36 anos), sendo nove mulheres, sete provenientes da Venezuela e os demais de países da América do Sul, Central e África. Emergiram três categorias as quais mostram as adversidades experienciadas, sobretudo em relação a empregos (baixos salários, exploração de mão de obra, não reconhecimento de títulos acadêmicos), dificuldades de comunicação e distância da família. Por outro lado, mostram também a satisfação com a segurança pública, assistência à saúde e possibilidade de desenvolvimento pessoal e profissional. Para manter a união familiar e suas origens, as pessoas em situação de imigração ajudam financeiramente os membros que não puderam migrar, fazem comidas típicas e utilizam o idioma nativo no ambiente domiciliar. Conclusão: a integração à sociedade brasileira é permeada por desafios, nomeadamente pela ausência/distância da família de origem e/ou constituída, não compreensão do idioma, problemas laborais e financeiros e fragilidade na rede de apoio social. Contudo, os imigrantes buscam manter um adequado funcionamento familiar a partir do apoio de instituições e da manutenção da cultura de origem.
Ensino remoto emergencial na Medicina: aspectos positivos e negativos no ensino e na aprendizagem em tempos de pandemia
Authors: Paulino Joao Lucas Paiva , Freire Marcela de Oliveira Torres Bezerra , Ribeiro Louise Helena de Freitas , Nascimento Ellany Gurgel Cosme do , Cunha Andrea Taborda Ribas da , Fernandes Thales Allyrio Araújo de Medeiros
Published: April 2023

Resumo: Introdução: O ensino remoto surgiu como ferramenta emergencial no processo de educação superior durante a pandemia da Covid-19. Nesse cenário, amplia-se a possibilidade de ensinar e aprender por meio das tecnologias da informação e comunicação (TIC) nos cursos de Medicina. Objetivo: Este estudo teve como objetivo realizar uma revisão integrativa que esclareça os principais aspectos positivos e negativos encontrados no exercício do ensino médico, nessas condições atípicas. Método: A busca dos artigos se deu nas seguintes bases: Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS), Embase, Education Resources Information Center (ERIC), Medline (via PubMed), Scopus e Web of Science. Resultado: Ao final dos processos de triagem e seleção, incluíram-se 69 artigos, dos quais foram extraídas informações quanto às características dos aspectos positivos e negativos de cada experiência de ensino remoto médico ofertado nesse período pandêmico. Entre os principais aspectos positivos, destacam-se a avaliação positiva do componente curricular pelos estudantes, a maior autonomia do aluno, a maior participação e comunicação entre os alunos, e a ausência de déficit de aprendizado. Entre os principais pontos negativos, observam-se a suspensão das aulas práticas, as complicações decorrentes do uso das tecnologias (conectividade, capacitação e organização) e a ausência de contato social. Conclusão: Observa-se que a autonomia e a autodisciplina discentes são fatores cruciais para o aproveitamento pleno de abordagem de aprendizagem remotamente, e talvez o aluno presencial clássico não estivesse preparado para tal mudança brusca. Ainda, percebe-se que, pela urgência de implantação dessa nova forma de aprendizagem, o ensino remoto não tenha tido tempo e maturidade o suficiente para que fosse aperfeiçoado ao ponto de ser considerado uma estratégia de educação médica aplicável em longo prazo. O ensino remoto foi crucial para que a formação de novos médicos não fosse descontinuada por um período de tempo tão extenso. Porém, o ensino remoto precisa ser reavaliado e aperfeiçoado como estratégia pedagógica que utiliza TIC para o ensino médico.
Observation of Communicative Behavior: an updated protocol from 0 to 72 months
Authors: Ferreira-Vasques Amanda Tragueta , Rocha Eduardo Pimentel da , Lamônica Dionísia Aparecida Cusin
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Purpose: to describe the updating of the Observation of Communicative Behavior protocol in the age group from 0 to 72 months. Methods: the Observation of Communicative Behavior protocol was revised and updated, with the insertion of the child development milestones in its various areas, becoming a child development screening tool. Results: the protocol includes 188 items, distributed in 10 age groups from zero to 72 months. The items were organized as follows: from zero to 24 months, divided by quarter (four age groups); from 24 to 36 months per semester (two age groups); and from 36 to 72 months, divided by year (four age groups). The items covered the areas of child development and its main milestones. The score is registered in the protocol and a score of 0 - does not perform the action or behavior, 1 - performs the action in an atypical, restricted manner or it is being acquired, 2 - properly performs the action/behavior, is attributed to the response, after analysis. Few materials and a structured environment are needed to apply the protocol. Conclusion: the updating of the Observation of Communicative Behavior protocol has a direct impact on the initial assessment of children with or without suspected delay in child development and should be used by health professionals in monitoring typical child development (routine) or in cases where the child receives specific stimulation.
Agro-bioeconomic feasibility of immature cowpea and beet cultivar combinations in a semi-arid environment
Authors: Bezerra Neto Francisco , Ribeiro Jeisy R. de S. , Lima Jailma S. S. de , Santos Elizângela C. dos , Guerra Natan M. , Nunes Renato L. C.
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT The objective of this work was to evaluate the agro-bioeconomic feasibility of immature cowpea and beet cultivar combinations in intercropping systems in a semi-arid environment. Experiments were carried out in two cropping years using a randomized block design with four replicates. The treatments consisted of four cowpea cultivars (‘BRS Tumucumaque,’ ‘BRS Cauamé,’ ‘BRS Guariba,’ and ‘BRS Itaim’) and two beet cultivars (‘Early Wonder’ and ‘Fortuna’). In each block of the experiments, plots in monocropping of the cultivars were sown as additional treatments to obtain the following agronomic and competition indexes and economic indicators: land equivalent ratio (LER), area time equivalent ratio (ATER), land use efficiency (LUE), beet equivalent production (BEP), competitive ratio (CR), crop aggressivity (A), gross income (GI), net income (NI), rate of return (RR), and corrected monetary advantage (CMA). The highest agro-bioeconomic efficiency of the tested intercropping systems was achieved in the combination of cowpea cultivar BRS Guariba and beet cultivar Fortuna. Beet behaved as the dominant crop, and cowpea as the dominated crop in all evaluated intercropping systems. The indexes and indicators demonstrated the complementarity and sustainability of the combination of cowpea cultivar BRS Guariba with beet cultivar Fortuna.
Gas exchange and post-harvest quality of ‘Kent’ mango subjected to controlled water deficit in semi-arid region
Authors: Andrade Victor P. M. de , Simões Welson L. , Dias Nildo da S. , Silva Jucicléia S. da , Barbosa Kaio V. F.
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Brazil is the seventh largest producer of mangoes in the world, and the São Francisco Valley is the main producing region, with ‘Kent’ as one of the main cultivars. Considering that irrigation management affects physiological events, production and fruit quality, the objective of this work was to evaluate the gas exchange in the leaves and fruit quality of ‘Kent’ mango subjected to controlled water deficit in the semi-arid region. The experiment was carried out in Petrolina-PE, semi-arid region of the São Francisco Valley. The experimental design used was randomized blocks, in a triple factorial scheme, with four irrigation depths (40, 60, 80 and 100% of crop evapotranspiration - ETc), three phenological stages (F1 - flowering, F2 - fruit growth, F3 - fruit maturation) and two production cycles (2018 and 2019), with four replicates. During the phenological stages, the physiological parameters of gas exchange were evaluated. After harvesting, the following parameters were evaluated: soluble solids content, titratable acidity, pH, firmness and peel color. Irrigation with a depth between 79.5 and 83.6% ETc during the evaluated stages promoted greater gas exchange in the leaves, greater firmness and acidity in the fruits. The reduction in irrigation depth in F1 and F3 reduced the soluble solids content, while in F2 the highest soluble solids content was obtained with irrigation between 68.24 and 74.5% ETc. The most suitable irrigation depth for ‘Kent’ mango cultivation depends on the purpose of the producer and on the phenological stage of the crop.
Characterization of cowpea cultivars for grain size, color, and biofortification
Authors: Martins Maria do P. S. C. , Lopes Anna F. de S. , Jean Abdias , Damasceno-Silva Kaesel J. , Martins Maria do C. de C. e , Rocha Maurisrael de M.
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Cowpea crops have high socioeconomic importance in the Northeast region of Brazil. These crops generate employment and income; in addition, it is an excellent source of protein, minerals, vitamins, and dietary fiber, and contributes to the food security of thousands of people. Biofortification of cowpea with iron, zinc, and proteins can contribute to prevent the higher hunger. The objective of this work was to assess iron, zinc, and protein contents in cowpea grains of different cultivars and the effect of grain size and color on the contents of these nutrients. Twenty-four cultivars with variation in size and color of the seed coat were evaluated. Iron contents ranged from 7.12 to 8.60 mg 100 g-1, with an overall mean of 7.75 mg 100 g-1. Zinc contents ranged from 4.46 to 4.93 mg 100 g-1, with an overall mean of 4.71 mg 100 g-1. Protein contents ranged from 31.50 to 36.24 g 100 g-1, with an overall mean of 33.57 g 100 g-1. Grain size ranged from 13.55 to 37.88 g, with an overall mean of 21.50 g. The cultivars Caldeirão, BRS-Guariba, and Pingo-de-Ouro-1-2 have higher iron contents; BRS-Aracê and BRS-Imponente have higher zinc contents; BR-14-Mulato, BRS-Guariba, BRS-Aracê, and BRS-Inhuma, have higher protein contents; and BR-3-Tracuateua and BRS-Imponente have larger grain sizes. The size and color of the seed coat do not influence the iron, zinc and protein contents of the evaluated cowpea cultivars.
Escritura de texto y producción de código limpio: dos realidades de un mismo proceso en estudiantes de ingeniería
Authors: Olivares-Rodríguez Cristian , Valdés-León Gabriel , Vidal-Sepúlveda Martha , Oyarzún-Yañez Romina
Published: April 2023

Resumen La calidad de los productos de software depende en gran medida de la capacidad de los desarrolladores de generar código limpio, puesto que permiten incrementar el ciclo de vida del software. Por ello, resulta crucial mejorar las prácticas pedagógicas de la enseñanza de la programación, en particular, la capacidad de escribir código de calidad por parte de los estudiantes. Sin embargo, en la literatura no se reconocen modelos pedagógicos integrales que guíen el desarrollo de esta capacidad de escritura, tal como se observa en la escritura de textos. El objetivo de este trabajo es relacionar la producción de código limpio con las concepciones sobre el proceso de escritura en estudiantes de Ingeniería Informática. Para ello, se diseñaron tres evaluaciones prácticas que permitieron acompañar el proceso de programación de código limpio de los estudiantes universitarios para, posteriormente, relacionar los resultados con las percepciones sobre la escritura que este grupo posee. Dentro de los principales resultados, destaca la relación entre el rendimiento en las tareas de programación y el año de ingreso, así como la correlación positiva entre la producción de código limpio y las concepciones sobre la escritura. Esto abre un espacio inexplorado de colaboración transdisciplinar que permita avanzar hacia un modelo pedagógico que dirija la enseñanza de la escritura de código limpio que contribuya con productos de software de mayor calidad.
The Challenge of Remote Learning with the Elderly during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Andrade Saulo José Veloso de , Silva Eduardo Jorge Lopes da , Scortegagna Paola Andressa
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT This article aimed to discuss the challenges faced by teachers of Youth and Adult Education (YAE) in the municipality of João Pessoa/PB, to teach the elderly during the covid-19 pandemic. The qualitative method was adopted and information was collected with 10 teachers through a questionnaire in Google Forms virtual format. They were examined with the Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA). The results revealed the difficulties that teachers face in dealing with remote teaching, especially with the elderly, since this portion of the population has its own technological deficiencies and is not used to this teaching format.
Frailty and chronic kidney disease: associations and implications
Authors: Bansal Luv , Goel Ashish , Agarwal Amitesh , Sharma Rahul , Kar Rajarshi , Raizada Alpana , Wason Rhea , Gera Raghav
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Introduction: Frailty and its association with chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been established previously. The present study examined this association further by studying the distribution of frailty among groups defined by different stages of the disease. It also identified associated health deficits and explored their association with estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and urine albumin creatinine ratio (UACR). Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted on 90 non-dialysis dependent CKD Stage 1–4 patients, recruited in three stratified groups of 30 participants each based on the stage of disease. Frailty was assessed using Fried’s frailty criteria and associated health deficits were recorded using a pre-determined list. Depression was screened using a 4-point depression scale. Results: 21.1% of the participants were frail and 43.3% were pre-frail. The proportion of frailty in CKD groups A (Stages 1 and 2), B (Stage 3a), and C (Stages 3b and 4) was 10%, 13.3%, and 40%, respectively. The association of health deficits including co-morbidities, physical parameters, mental status, daily activities, etc. with UACR, eGFR, and CKD stages was not statistically significant. Nearly one in two frail participants was depressed compared with 14% among non-frail participants. Conclusion: The skewed distribution of 21% frail subjects identified in our study indicates an association between frailty and advancing kidney disease. Frail individuals had a lower eGFR, higher UACR, were more likely to be depressed, and had higher count of health deficits and poorer performance on Barthel Index of Activities of Daily Living and WHOQOL. Early identification of depression would improve care in these patients.
Fragilidade e doença renal crônica: associações e implicações
Authors: Bansal Luv , Goel Ashish , Agarwal Amitesh , Sharma Rahul , Kar Rajarshi , Raizada Alpana , Wason Rhea , Gera Raghav
Published: April 2023

RESUMO Introdução: Fragilidade e sua associação com DRC foram estabelecidas anteriormente. O presente estudo aprofundou esta associação, estudando distribuição da fragilidade entre grupos definidos por diferentes estágios da doença. Também identificou déficits de saúde associados e explorou sua associação com taxa de filtração glomerular estimada (TFGe) e relação albumina/creatinina urinária (RAC). Métodos: Realizou-se uma pesquisa transversal em 90 pacientes com DRC Estágios 1–4 não dependentes de diálise, recrutados em três grupos estratificados de 30 participantes cada, conforme estágio da doença. Avaliou-se fragilidade usando os critérios de fragilidade de Fried e registraram-se os déficits de saúde associados usando uma lista pré-determinada. A depressão foi verificada utilizando a escala de depressão de 4 pontos. Resultados: 21,1% dos participantes eram frágeis e 43,3% eram pré-frágeis. A proporção de fragilidade nos grupos de DRC A (Estágios 1 e 2), B (Estágio 3a), e C (Estágios 3b e 4) foi de 10%, 13,3%, 40% respectivamente. A associação de déficits de saúde, incluindo comorbidades, parâmetros físicos, estado mental, atividades diárias etc. com RAC, TFGe e estágios da DRC não foi estatisticamente significativa. Cerca de um em cada dois participantes frágeis estava depressivo comparados com 14% entre não frágeis. Conclusão: A distribuição enviesada de 21% dos indivíduos frágeis identificados em nosso estudo indica associação entre fragilidade e doença renal progressiva. Indivíduos frágeis apresentaram menor TFGe, maior RAC, eram mais propensos a depressão, tinham maior índice de déficits de saúde e desempenho inferior no Índice de Atividades da Vida Diária de Barthel e WHOQOL. A identificação precoce da depressão melhoraria o atendimento desses pacientes.
Comparison of efficiency of different self-assessment instruments for screening dysphonia
Authors: Oliveira Priscila , Lima Héryka Maria Oliveira , Sousa Maiara dos Santos , Almeida Larissa Nadjara , Silva Hêmmylly Farias da , Ugulino Ana Celiane , Almeida Anna Alice , Lopes Leonardo
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Purpose To compare the efficiency of different vocal self-assessment instruments for dysphonia screening. Methods 262 dysphonic and non-dysphonic individuals participated in the research. The mean age was 41.3 (±14.5) years. The diagnosis of dysphonia was based on the auditory-perceptual analysis of the sustained vowel “é” and on laryngological diagnosis. The responses of the instruments were collected: Voice-Related Quality of Life (V-RQOL), Voice Handicap Index (VHI), VHI-10, Voice Symptoms Scale (VoiSS), and the Brazilian Dysphonia Screening Tool, (Br-DST) called in Brazilian Portuguese Instrumento de Rastreio da Disfonia (IRDBR). To analyze assertiveness in relation to the presence of dysphonia, the cutoff points of each instrument and the decision rule recommended by the IRDBR were used. An exploratory analysis was performed to compare mean scores of instruments and verify associations between variables. Results The instruments evaluated were sensitive to capture the impact of dysphonia in a similar way regardless of professional voice use and type of dysphonia. There was a difference only in VoiSS scores for the variable gender, with a higher score for females. Regarding global assertiveness, the instruments showed high rates of success in classification, with emphasis on the VoiSS, which had the highest rate (86.3%), followed by the IRDBR (84.0%), VQL (80.9%), VHI (78.2%), and VHI-10 (75.2%). Conclusion The VoiSS has the highest assertiveness index in the identification of dysphonia, followed by the IRDBR. The IRDBR is a short, simple, and easy-to-apply tool for screening procedures.
Comparação da eficiência de diferentes instrumentos de autoavaliação para o rastreio da disfonia
Authors: Oliveira Priscila , Lima Héryka Maria Oliveira , Sousa Maiara dos Santos , Almeida Larissa Nadjara , Silva Hêmmylly Farias da , Ugulino Ana Celiane , Almeida Anna Alice , Lopes Leonardo
Published: April 2023

RESUMO Objetivo Comparar a eficiência de diferentes instrumentos de autoavaliação vocal para o rastreio da disfonia. Método Participaram 262 indivíduos disfônicos e não disfônicos, com média de idade de 41,3 (±14,5) anos. O diagnóstico da disfonia foi dado a partir da análise perceptivo-auditiva da vogal sustentada “é” e do diagnóstico laringológico. Foram coletadas as respostas dos instrumentos: Questionário de Qualidade de Vida em Voz (QVV), Índice de Desvantagem Vocal (IDV), IDV-10, Escala de Sintomas Vocais (ESV) e do Br-DST (Brazilian Dysphonia Screening Tool), denominado no português brasileiro como Instrumento de Rastreio da Disfonia (IRDBR). Para análise da assertividade destes em relação à presença da disfonia, foram utilizados os pontos de corte de cada instrumento e a regra de decisão preconizada pelo IRDBR. Foi realizada uma análise exploratória para comparação das médias dos escores dos instrumentos e verificação de associações entre as variáveis. Resultados Os instrumentos avaliados foram sensíveis para captar o impacto da disfonia de forma semelhante independentemente do uso profissional da voz e tipo de disfonia. Foi observada diferença apenas nos escores da ESV para a variável sexo, com maior pontuação observada no sexo feminino. Em relação à assertividade global, os instrumentos apresentaram elevados índices de acerto na classificação, com destaque para a ESV que apresentou maior índice (86,3%), seguida do IRDBR (84,0%), QVV (80,9%), IDV (78,2%) e IDV-10 (75,2%). Conclusão A ESV apresenta maior índice de assertividade na identificação da disfonia, seguida do IRDBR. O IRDBR é uma ferramenta curta, simples e de fácil aplicação para procedimentos de rastreio.
Oropharyngeal geometry and acoustic parameters of voice in healthy and Parkinson's disease subjects
Authors: Silva Joice Maely Souza da , Gomes Adriana de Oliveira Camargo , Coriolano Maria das Graças Wanderley de Sales , Teixeira Julianne Pitanga , Lima Hellen Vasconcelos Silva Leal de , Paulino Clarissa Evelyn Bandeira , Silva Hilton Justino da , Lira Zulina Souza de
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Purpose to verify whether there are differences in acoustic measures and oropharyngeal geometry between healthy individuals and people with Parkinson's disease, according to age and sex, and to investigate whether there are correlations between oropharyngeal geometry measures in this population. Methods 40 individuals participated, 20 with a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease and 20 healthy individuals, matched by age, sex, and body mass index. Acoustic variables included fundamental frequency, jitter, shimmer, glottal-to-noise excitation ratio, noise, and mean intensity. Oropharyngeal geometry variables were measured with acoustic pharyngometry. Results geometry variables were smaller in the group with Parkinson's disease, and older adults with Parkinson's disease had a smaller oropharyngeal junction area than healthy older adults. Regarding acoustic parameters of voice, fundamental frequency values were lower in males with Parkinson's disease, and jitter values were higher in the non-elderly subjects with Parkinson's disease. There was a moderate positive correlation between oral cavity length and volume, pharyngeal cavity length and vocal tract length, and pharyngeal cavity volume and vocal tract volume. Conclusion individuals with Parkinson's disease had smaller glottal areas and oropharyngeal junction areas than healthy individuals. When distributed into sex and age groups, the fundamental frequency was lower in males with Parkinson's disease. There was a moderate positive correlation between oropharyngeal length and volume measures in the study sample.
The Brazilian School Feeding Program: social representations of teachers and educational coordinators
Authors: Oliveira Giovanna Angela Leonel , Martins Karine Anusca , Sugai Andrea , Monego Estelamaris Tronco
Published: April 2023

Abstract Social representations were identified about school feeding by teachers and educational coordinators nationwide in schools assisted by the Brazilian School Feeding Program. For this qualitative research, 56 educational coordinators and 57 teachers were interviewed, who are involved in food and nutrition Education. The interviews were analyzed using collective subject discourse and interpreted by social representations. The comments were mostly unanimous in all regions of Brazil, and the coordinators presented similar remarks to the teachers. Although the Program incorporates the perspective of school meals as an educational tool, the interviewees reproduce the idea of welfare with food linked to the financial needs of students. It is noteworthy that they do not receive training and do not have a partnership with the nutritionist to include the subject of food in the classroom. In conclusion, this study found that there is a lack of knowledge of their roles as agents of the School Feeding Program.
Governança educacional em cenário pandêmico: mapeamento das ações públicas no estado do Amazonas
Authors: Silva Camila Ferreira da , Bissoli Michelle de Freitas , Silva Caroline Oliveira da , Santos Miriane Feitoza dos
Published: April 2023

Resumo Com o objetivo de analisar o desenho da governança educacional para a Educação Básica, que se materializou no primeiro ano da pandemia de Covid-19, no Amazonas, o artigo retoma e analisa as tomadas de decisões do poder público sobre as redes municipal e estadual de ensino da capital e do estado, entre março de 2020 e fevereiro de 2021. A partir da Sociologia da Ação Pública, e de uma abordagem qualitativa, o estudo que serve de base para esse artigo – levado a cabo por pesquisadoras da área da Educação da Universidade Federal do Amazonas, a partir de uma revisão integrativa da literatura especializada, de mapeamento e de análise das ações das secretarias de Educação de Manaus e do Amazonas – reconstruiu os caminhos consolidados no campo educacional em um dos epicentros da pandemia no país. Os dados são reveladores da complexa teia de agentes públicos e privados que engendram a governança aqui investigada, das tensões entre as idas e as vindas em torno da retomada das aulas presenciais, bem como dos modelos de ensino alternativos para o cenário pandêmico e do aprofundamento das parcerias público-privadas.
Fluidodinâmica computacional da descarga marinha de solução hipersalina
Authors: Ximenes Levi de Brito , Pereira Silvano Porto , Lima Neto Iran Eduardo
Published: April 2023

RESUMO Visando a uma alternativa ao abastecimento público de água, a Companhia de Água e Esgoto do Ceará lançou edital para implantação de uma planta de dessalinização. A solução hipersalina, rejeito do processo de dessalinização, será despejada no mar. Pela diferença de densidade entre os fluidos, o escoamento se divide em duas regiões: jato ascendente, com grande quantidade de movimento; e fonte descendente, onde o fluxo é governado pelo empuxo negativo. A presente pesquisa apresenta uma modelagem da dinâmica dos fluidos computacional (computational fluid dynamics) de jatos e fontes, através do software Ansys Fluent, com foco nas condições de projeto apresentadas para a planta de dessalinização de Fortaleza. O modelo foi comparado aos dados disponíveis na literatura e, em seguida, simulado para as características da planta de dessalinização da Companhia de Água e Esgoto do Ceará. Além disso, os resultados foram comparados aos obtidos através de simulações com o software integral Visual Plumes para diferentes ângulos de descarga (30°, 45°, 60° e 90°). Os resultados apresentaram boa concordância com os trabalhos publicados, gerando a equação Zm/D = 1,8 Fr, capaz de predizer a altura alcançada por jatos/fontes (Zm), dados o diâmetro do difusor e o número de Froude. As simulações do tipo computational fluid dynamics foram semelhantes às obtidas com o Visual Plumes.
CONSERVATIVE TREATMENT AND VITAMIN D LEVELS IN PATIENTS WITH SPINAL FRACTURES
Authors: Rodrigues Bruno Possani , Sebben André Luís , Kulcheski Álynson Larocca , Benato Marcel Luiz , Santoro Pedro Grein Del , Graells Xavier Soler I
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Objectives: Evaluate the evolution of pain, functional capacity, and vitamin D levels in conservatively treated patients with low-energy spinal fractures. Methods: Between January 2017 and March 2021, patients older than 40 years old affected by these fractures were selected and treated conservatively for six months. Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) scores and Cobb angle were evaluated pre- and post-treatment. Serum vitamin D levels were also measured at the first outpatient visit, and it was investigated whether the patient had a previous diagnosis of osteoporosis or previous fractures. Results: A total of 105 patients were analyzed, 70.5% of whom were women, with a mean age of 73.1 years. The average vitamin D level was 25.3 ng/mL, and hypovitaminosis was found in 75% of patients. Eight patients (7.62%) had a previous diagnosis of osteoporosis, and ten (9.52%) reported the occurrence of previous fractures. Regarding the VAS score, there was a mean reduction of 5.5 points of pain; for ODI, there was an average increase of 1 percentage point and an average increase of 4.3º of kyphosis in the fractured segment between pre- and post-treatment. Conclusion: The treatment improved pain, and patients maintained their functional capacity. Low levels of vitamin D were associated with more complex fractures. Level of evidence III; Retrospective Study.
LEFT OBLIQUE CORRIDOR FOR PRE-PSOAS APPROACH: IMAGE STUDY
Authors: Plasier Eduardo Jonathan Laos , Rodríguez José Luis Urquizo
Published: April 2023

ABSTRACT Introduction: This study describes the imaging characteristics and accessibility of the L4 / L5 left oblique corridor used in the OLIF spinal fusion approach and the dimensions of the left oblique corridor at L2/L3 and L3/L4. Methods: Observational, retrospective, and descriptive study, in which MRI is described for 330 patients. The length of the left OC L2/L3, L3/L4, and L4/L5 were measured and classified into four grades: 0 (not measurable), 1 (≤10 mm), 2 (10–20 mm), and 3 (≥20 mm). The psoas was measured at the level of the L4 / L5, and the modified Moro classification was used for the height of the psoas, considering high psoas from AII to AIV. The data was processed in the SPSS 26.0 system. Results: The mean age was 62.1 ± 13.5 years, the OC length in L2/L3, L3/L4 y L4/L5 were 16.1 ± 5.9, 16.2 ± 6.7 and 14.7 ± 8.8 mm, respectively. 14.8% had high psoas. OC grade 0 (2.1%) was obtained in 7 patients, 87 with grade 1 (26.4%), 129 with grade 2 (39.1%), and 107 with grade 3 (32.4%). The length of the OC in males was 2.4 mm (MD, 95% CI: 0.4–4.5, p: 0.02), more than in females. Conclusion: It was shown that 85.2% had an accessible psoas muscle for the left OLIF L4 / L5 approach, 71.5% had an accessible oblique corridor, and only 14.8% had high psoas. These parameters combined, 61.5% of MRI, were appropriate for this approach. Level of evidence III; Retrospective study.
Occurrence of Apicomplexa protozoa in wild birds in the Northeast region of Brazil
Authors: Moura Gabriela Hémylin Ferreira , Nascimento Gleyce Silva do , Oliveira Pollyanne Raysa Fernandes de , Santana Vanessa Silva , Shimabukuro Ayko , Valença Yuri Marinho , Calabuig Cecilia , Melo Renata Pimentel Bandeira de , Mota Rinaldo Aparecido
Published: April 2023

Abstract Protozoa of the Apicomplexa phylum are worldwide distributed with capacity to infect endothermic animals. The study of these protozoa in wild birds in Brazil is scarce. This study aimed to evaluate the occurrence of apicomplexan protozoa in wild birds in the Northeast of Brazil. From October to December 2019, brain tissue samples were collected from 71 captive birds from the Wild Animal Screening Center of the Pernambuco State (CETRAS-Tangara) and 25 free-living birds from the Caatinga biome in Rio Grande do Norte, totaling 96 animals (41 species). Brain fragments were subjected to molecular diagnosis by nested PCR for the 18s rDNA gene of Apicomplexa parasites, followed by DNA sequencing. This gene was detected in 25% (24/96) of the samples, and it was possible to perform DNA sequencing of 14 samples, confirming three genera: Isospora, Sarcocystis and Toxoplasma from eight bird species (Amazona aestiva, Coereba flaveola, Egretta thula, Paroaria dominicana, Sporophila nigricollis, Cariama cristata, Columbina talpacoti, Crypturellus parvirostris). The occurrence these coccidia in wild birds provides important epidemiological information for the adoption of preventive measures for its conservation. Future studies are needed to better understand the consequence of Apicomplexa infection in birds in Caatinga and Atlantic Forest biomes.
Assessing pedestrian behaviour: evaluation of a survey of Portuguese residents
Authors: de Oliveira Anna Beatriz Espíndola , Silva Ana Maria César Bastos , Ribeiro Anabela Salgueiro Narciso
Published: April 2023

The aim of this study was to evaluate the pedestrian behaviour of a sample of Portuguese residents. For this, a questionnaire was published online and disseminated through e-mails and social media to Portuguese residents. It was answered by 502 people (318 women and 184 men) between 15 and 64 years of age. Principal component analysis differentiated four axes into factors: (1) ‘transgression’, which included violations of the rules of the road and legal errors; (2) ‘lapses’, referring to errors caused by lack of attention; (3) ‘aggressive behaviours’; and (4) ‘positive behaviours’ in relation to other road users. From the original, a shorter version with 20 items, referring to each factor's four largest factor loads, was developed, and its internal reliability was tested and approved. The effects of demographic variables were investigated alongside how demographic variables could impact the ‘transgression’ item, as observed from the discussion of the results. This study helps recognise risk behaviours and adapt user-preventive actions.