bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Dynamics of clinical symptoms and secretory immunoglobulin a in COVID-19 convalescent patients
Authors: Khasanova Albina А. , Kostinov Mikhail P. , Soloveva Irina L. , Nikitina Tatyana N. , Khromova Ekaterina A.
Published: November 2022

The post-COVID-19 recovery period is characterized by persistence of some symptoms, with immunological alterations being of great importance. Development of preventive measures to normalize mucosal immunity after a coronavirus infection determines the relevance of the current study. The aim was to study dynamics of clinical symptoms and level of secretory immunoglobulin A in individuals after a novel coronavirus infection as well as evaluate effectiveness of using IFNa-2b. Materials and methods. A study was conducted with patients aged 18 to 60 years old (n = 130), surveyed 1 to 9 months after post-infection, as well as in apparently healthy individuals lacking COVID-19 (n = 15). Previous novel coronavirus infection and post-COVID manifestations were verified based on medical documentation, complaints, anamnesis data, physical examination and questionnaires. The concentration of salivatory and nasopharyngeal mucosal sIgA was measured dynamically prior to and after administration of local therapy with IFNa-2b (gel applied intranasally twice a day for 30 days). Results. The acute period of COVID-19 was characterized by fever, anosmia, severe asthenia (fatigue and weakness), muscle and joint pain. Among the post-COVID manifestations at early period (13 months), pain in the joints and muscles (75.0%) as well as elevated body temperature (21.2%) were reliably detected, whereas in the long period (69 months) there were revealed dominance with the same frequency of shortness of breath, muscle and joint pain (75.8%, respectively). Based on examination data in healthy subjects, there was determined an arbitrary normal range of secretory IgA in saliva 6.451.81 mg/ml and nasal swabs 13.433.24 mg/ml. In the group of patients 13 months post-infection, therapy with IFNa-2b one month later resulted in significantly increased level of secretory IgA in saliva (from 1.840.28 to 5.781.96 mg/ml) and in nasal swabs (from 28.613.0 to 39.833.85 mg/ml) by more than 3- and 1.5-fold, respectively. In the group of patients without therapy was featured with stably sustained decline in sIgA level up to 9 months after COVID-19. In particular, the level of saliva sIgA ranged from 2.360.56 down to 2.160.66 mg/ml, and in nasal smears from 15.661.32 to 10.231.07 mg/ml that differed insignificantly compared to baseline level. The rate of respiratory diseases prevailed in this group (27.6% of cases), which fully lacked in the group of topically administered IFNa-2b. Conclusion. In the post-COVID period, multiple organ disorders persist and reduced sIgA level is registered. Intranasally applied IFNa-2b made possible to normalize sIgA level and prevent accumulation of respiratory infectious pathologies.
Evaluating the iatrogenic effects of polypharmacy and drug interactions in HIV-positive patients admitted to the intensive care unit: a single-center retrospective study
Authors: Emerole Karl Ch. , Voznesenskiy Seregey L. , Samotolkina Еlena S. , Kozhevnikova Galina M. , Klimkova Polina V.
Published: November 2022

Background. Polypharmacy and drug interactions are of particular concern in people living with HIV/AIDS, especially those who receive antiretroviral therapy (ARVs). Polypharmacy and drug-drug interactions (DDIs) can impact the efficacy and toxicity of HIV treatment. ARVs used in HIV treatment are often prone to drug interactions if administered with other non-ARV drugs because many of them are metabolized through the cytochrome P450 system. The pharmacological management of HIV patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) is usually complex and typically involves the administration of several classes of drugs. This patient group may be at higher risk for potential DDIs due to polypharmacy in the ICU. The main objective of this study was to assess the iatrogenic effects of polypharmacy in HIV patients treated in the ICU and to describe the DDI profile between ARVs and other non-ARV medications prescribed in the ICU. Methods and materials. Between 2018 and 2020, we conducted a single-center, retrospective study evaluating the medical records of 59 HIV patients admitted to the ICU for more than 24 hours at the Infectious Disease Clinical Hospital No. 2, Moscow, Russia. We evaluated the impact of polypharmacy on renal, hepatic and haemopoietic function. The Liverpool HIV Drug Interaction database was used to identify DDIs in ART-treated HIV patients. Results. All patients received more than 5 different medications matching the definition of polypharmacy. The average number of concurrent medications prescribed was 156.713 (maximum 40, minimum 6). All drug interactions recorded were between ARVs and antibiotics: 30 cases of potential interactions in 65.5% patients who received ARV. Of such patients, 94% were exposed to at least two potential interactions. Tenofovir (TDF) and the antibiotic vancomycin underlaid the most common potential interaction (49.2%), followed by lopinavir ritonavir (LPV/RTV) and ciprofloxacin (30.3%). A significant difference in average creatinine levels was found in patients with TDF/vancomycin potential interactions (p 0.05). Conclusion. This study demonstrated that potential DDIs frequently occur in ICU patients in line with previous investigations. It is necessary to implement collaborations among clinical pharmacologists and infectious disease/HIV specialists, as well as frequent clinical and laboratory monitoring, aimed at developing effective and actionable strategies that could reduce potential DDIs in HIV patients in the ICU.
New genetic markers for Burkholderia pseudomallei strains typing
Authors: Ledenyova Margarita L. , Tkachenko Galina A. , Zakharova Irina B.
Published: November 2022

Burkholderia pseudomallei is the causative agent of melioidosis, a serious infectious disease in humans and animals that may be asymptomatic long-term and quickly develop to pneumonia and septicemia in immunocompromised state and due to predisposing factors. Melioidosis is endemic in countries with tropical and subtropical climates, where B. pseudomallei is a part of the soil and water microbiota of stagnant water bodies, as well as the plant rhizosphere. The recording of imported melioidosis cases in countries with temperate climate zone, along with the continued threat of using this pathogen as a bioterrorism agent, indicate the relevance of research aimed at developing modern methods for its diagnosing and typing. Current research in the intraspecific differentiation of pathogenic strains of infectious diseases tends to use two or more types of molecular markers. A promising direction for the B. pseudomallei strains genotyping is based on using a combination of VNTR loci, which provides a high discriminating ability of the method of multi-locus variable tandem repeat number analysis (MLVA), and slowly evolving single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). The aim of this work was to identify new VNTR and SNP loci suitable for use as genetic markers in molecular typing of the melioidosis causative agent. 20 strains of B. pseudomallei from the collection of the Volgograd Plague Control Research Institute and whole genome sequences of 85 B. pseudomallei strains from the GenBank NCBI database were analyzed. While typing melioidosis causative agent strains from the GenBank NCBI database for 4 VNTR loci, 74 genotypes were identified, of which 64 were unique (HunterGaston index 0.997). It was found that the high allelic polymorphism of VNTR loci limited a potential to determine the geographical and phylogenetic relationships of B. pseudomallei isolates by using the MLVA-4 scheme, and the identified null alleles increased the risk of homoplasia. In this regard, the MLVA-4 scheme was supplemented with a VNTR marker in the BPSS1974 locus encoding a collagen-like protein as well as with SNP markers in the genes of lipid A biosynthesis lauroyl acyltransferase, RNA polymerase sigma factor RpoH, and glutamine amidotransferase. For amplification of the select loci, primers and probes were designed as part of the developed scheme, which were tested in the typing of B. pseudomallei collection strains. According to the results of a cluster analysis for 105 strains of the melioidosis causative agent, an integrated approach turned out to be optimal, allowing differentiation of strains within SNP groups based on VNTR profiles. The methodological approach developed for B. pseudomallei genetic typing, based on a comprehensive analysis of 4 SNP- and 5 MLVA-markers in our modification, allowed to differentiate strains according to the geographical regions of their origin and establish the clonal origin of isolates upon revealing cases of melioidosis.
The search for a healthy sugar substitute in aid to lower the incidence of Early Childhood Caries: a comparison of sucrose, xylitol, erythritol and stevia
Authors: Moelich Nadine , Potgieter Nicoline , Botha Francien S. , Wesley-Smith James , Van Wyk Candice
Published: November 2022

A pursuit to find a healthy alternative to sucrose with less cariogenic potential, which can potentially lower the incidence of Early Childhood Caries (ECC), by means of comparison. Primary tooth enamel blocks (n=32) were randomly divided into four groups and exposed to 5% concentrations of the respective test groups (sucrose, xylitol, erythritol and stevia). All samples were inoculated with S. mutans standard strain (ATCC 25175) at room temperature. Analysis of Colony Forming Units (CFUs), acidity measurements (pH) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) observations were done after 6, 12, 18 and 24 h and compared. After 6 h, the marginal mean CFU count indicated equal S. mutans growth in all groups. Stevia showed lower CFU counts compared to other groups at 12, 18 and 24 h. The pH levels for all non-fermentable sugar substitutes (NSS) initially decreased but never below the critical pH=5.5 and stabilized from 12 to 18 h. The pH levels of sucrose dropped and remained below pH=5.5 at all time intervals. The SEM analysis of S. mutans supported the CFU results indicating growth in the presence of sucrose and reduction in the presence of the NSS.Compared to sucrose, xylitol, erythritol and stevia have less cariogenic potential with reduced growth of S. mutans and subsequent acidity levels. Stevia had the least cariogenic potential of all the NSS tested, followed by erythritol and then xylitol.
Psychological interventions in behavioral sleep medicine: An overview for clinicians and psychologists
Authors: Alessandra Giordano , Vincenza Castronovo , Alessandro Cicolin
Published: November 2022

Sleep medicine and psychology has a relatively long story to share. The multidisciplinary nature of sleep medicine requires that different specialists work together to diagnose and treat sleep disorders and improve subspecialty areas. In the last decades, various non-pharmacological therapies have been developed and demonstrated their efficacy. There are many non-pharmacological therapeutic available options for sleep disorders, including cognitive, behavioral, psycho-educational, and psychosocial interventions that could help clinicians to improve the quality of life of adult patients. Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, insomnias, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm disorders, restless leg syndrome and parasomnias can be effectively taken care of, by an integrated approach with the support of sleep medicine psychologists. The paper aims to give a comprehensive view of psychological interventions for adults, in behavioral sleep medicine.
Covid‐19‐Related Conspiracy Myths, Beliefs, and Democracy‐Endangering Consequences
Authors: Pickel Gert , Öztürk Cemal , Schneider Verena , Pickel Susanne , Decker Oliver
Published: November 2022

Since late 2020, protests against government measures to contain the Covid‐19 pandemic have swept across Germany. At the forefront of these protests was the Querdenker Movement, a heterogeneous alliance of ordinary citizens, hippies, esotericists, opponents of conventional medicine, Christian fundamentalists, and right‐wing extremists bonded by their shared belief in conspiracy myths. This contribution draws upon the theoretical framework of the studies on the authoritarian personality to dissect the nature of this heterogeneous alliance and the democracy‐endangering potential of conspiracy myths. We present three key insights based on an analysis of representative public opinion surveys conducted by the Leipzig Authoritarianism Study. First, we demonstrate that susceptibility to conspiracy myths in the public mood occurs in waves that coincide with times of crisis. In this regard, the Covid‐19 pandemic is a catalyst of conspiracy myths as it has induced existential and epistemic insecurities amongst many citizens. Second, it is shown that there is an elective affinity between superstition, esotericism, and a conspiracy mentality, which can be cited as one explanation for the heterogeneous alliance during the protests. On the other hand, the nexus between religion and the conspiracy mentality depends on an individual’s interpretation of religion. It is literalist fundamentalism that fosters susceptibility to conspiracy myths. Third, we highlight the democracy‐endangering consequences of a conspiracy mentality. Its manifestations include resentment and hostility toward minorities, an alienation from democracy, an increased likelihood of voting for right‐wing authoritarian parties, and an affinity for violence.
Religions and Conspiracy Theories as the Authoritarian “Other” of Democracy?
Authors: Hidalgo Oliver Fernando
Published: November 2022

This article theorises and conceptualises the ambivalent role of religions and conspiracy theories in modern democracies. Based on a concise comparison of both phenomena, it elaborates the similar risks and functions of religions and conspiracy theories for the political community without neglecting the fact that, under secular conditions, the spread of conspiracy narratives might outweigh those of religious messages in the long run. That observation seems particularly relevant for contemporary governance and political science, as a tendency towards social anomie in the sense of Durkheim can be deduced from democratic theory, which significantly increases democracy’s need for compensatory moral and cognitive authorities.
Desafios de enfermeiras obstétricas na assistência ao parto e nascimento: estudo descritivo e exploratório
Authors: Dulfe Paolla Amorim Malheiros , Alves Valdecyr Herdy , Pereira Audrey Vidal , Rodrigues Diego Pereira , Vieira Bianca Dargam Gomes , Marchiori Giovanna Rosario Soanno , Oliveira Thalita Rocha , Santos Márcia Vieira dos
Published: November 2022

Objetivo: identificar e analisar os desafios apresentados por enfermeiras obstétricas, quanto à inserção na assistência ao parto e nascimento. Método: estudo descritivo, exploratório, abordagem qualitativa, com realização de três grupos focais com 16 enfermeiras obstétricas do curso de aprimoramento, entre agosto e novembro de 2019. Os depoimentos foram gravados e submetidos à análise de conteúdo na modalidade temática. Resultados: destacaram-se como desafios das enfermeiras obstétricas a demanda de trabalho e a sobrecarga com atividades burocráticas; os conflitos com a equipe de saúde na assistência compartilhada; o processo de autonomia limitada da enfermeira obstétrica; e a intensa necessidade de validar a própria competência técnica diante da equipe de saúde. Conclusão: ampliar os processos de trabalho e a gestão em saúde compartilhada em equipe interprofissional, alinhados às evidências científicas, favorece o aprimoramento de saberes e o diálogo coletivo.
RESEARCH ON WORK MOTIVATION AMONG ORPHANAGE GRADUATES
Authors:   Secondary General School No. 69, Loburets N. E. , Temnikova E. Y. ,   Nizhny Tagil State Social-Pedagogical Institute
Published: November 2022

The article presents theoretical and empirical research data on motivation to work among graduates of orphanages. The components of motivation of labor activity are identified: personal understanding of the purpose of work, the development of mean- ings and internal motives of an orphanage graduate, the ratio of teenager’s conscious mo- tives to real motives for work. The results of the study revealed: a low level of internal motivation for work; formed external positive and external negative motives; poorly formed ideals and standards of the purpose of work. Results obtained can serve as a basis for the development and implementation of a career guidance program for orphanages.
STATE OF MOLOTOV RAILWAY SCHOOLS IN THE LATE 1930s
Authors:   Transbaikal State University, M. V. Pryazhnikova , O. A. Yaremchuk ,   Transbaikal State University
Published: November 2022

The article based on the materials of the P-3 fund (Chita Regional Committee of the CPSU) of the State Archive of Zabaykalsky Krai studies the activities of schools in Chita Oblast in the pre-war period. We have analyzed the memos on the condition of schools under the jurisdiction of the People's Commissariat for Communications in Chi-ta Oblast. With special reference to the secondary school No. 25 and the school of military technicians, we have revealed the key problems of Molotov railway schools in the late 1930s, such as qualified personnel shortage, poor methodical training, lack of teachers in a number of disciplines, problems with supplying students with the necessary teaching aids, uniform and healthy food. Many teachers did not have a pedagogical education, part of them or their relatives faced reprisals. We also have described the condition of school buildings, analyzed their sanitary state and heating. The study has revealed that the school authorities and Departments of Schools of the People's Commissariat of Railways did not always solve problems in due course or did not pay attention to them at all.
BURYAT ETHNOS IN THE 21st CENTURY
Authors:   Dorzhi Banzarov Buryat State University, A. A. Elaev
Published: November 2022

The article discusses the prospects for preserving the ethno-cultural identity of the Buryat people in the 21st century. Under the conditions of the transformation of Russian society over the past twenty years and the impact of global integration processes taking place in the world the opportunities for preserving the ethno-cultural identity of the Buryat ethnic group and its language are rapidly declining. Based on the analysis of vari-ous environmental factors, we have considered the possible scenarios for the development of the Buryat ethnos in the conditions of the socio-economic crisis and in the economic stability and growth, and summed up the total prospects for preserving its ethno-cultural identity in the 21st century. The “negative” scenario for the development of the Buryat ethnic group covers the crisis period of the 1990s and early 2000s. Predictive assessments are based on an analysis of the impact of crisis phenomena on the agricultural sector and the social sphere of the village, which led to the outflow of the Buryat population from the village to the city. The economic crisis has a negative impact on the institutions of reproduction and transmission of the Buryat culture: it leads to a reduction in funding and commercialization of their ac-tivities and separation from the needs of the bulk of the ethnic group. Thus, the socio-economic crisis accelerates the process of de-ethnization and acculturation of the ethnos. The “positive” scenario reflects the development of the ethnic group in the context of eco-nomic growth, however, its consequences also negatively affect the preservation of ethnic identity and language, since the needs of the economic development of the ancestral terri-tory of the Buryat ethnic group will entail an influx of labour resources, that is, a popula-tion of other ethnicities, which will reduce the demographic power of the Buryat ethnic group. Thus, the economic growth, as well as the economic crisis will contribute to the ac-culturation and assimilation of the Buryats. In the context of global integration processes taking place in the world and the current policy of Russia, the opportunities of preserving the ethno-cultural identity of the Buryat ethnos and its language due to objective reasons will gradually decrease in the 21st century.
Evaluation of foetal tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion with conventional m-mode ultrasound in normal pregnancy
Authors: Oriji Peter Chibuzor , Kiridi Enefia Kelvin , Briggs Datonye Christopher , Ugwoegbu Johnpatrick Uchenna , Ubom Akaninyene Eseme , Ojanerohan Addah Abegnigo , Abasi Isaac Joel , Panebi Bosrotsi , Okechukwu Chioma , Daniel Adesina Adedotun
Published: November 2022

Background: Foetal tricuspid annular plane systolic excursion (fTAPSE) in-utero helps in the evaluation of the right foetal cardiac function, which is key in the early diagnosis of congenital heart defects and abnormalities. Objectives of the study was to assess foetal TAPSE in the second half of normal pregnancy, establish reference ranges for this measurement in our environment, and to determine the relationship of foetal TAPSE with gestational age and estimated foetal weight.Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted between March 2022 and August 2022 at the Obstetric Units and Radiology Departments of the two tertiary facilities, one secondary facility and one radiodiagnostic facility in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. Consenting pregnant women presenting to the antenatal clinic during the second half of pregnancy were consecutively included. An obstetric ultrasound scan was performed transabdominally. Data were analysed using SPSS version 25.Results: There was a very strong, positive and significant relationship between fTAPSE and gestational age (ɼ=0.81; p=0.001); and between fTAPSE and estimated foetal weight (ɼ=0.79; p=0.001). The mean fTAPSE and standard deviation from the 20th to the 23rd week of gestation were 2.10±1.11 mm, 2.43±0.95, 2.74±0.84 mm and 2.94±0.70 mm, showing a gradual increase in mean fTAPSE as gestational age increases.Conclusions: Our study revealed that there was a significant relationship between fTAPSE and gestational age; and between fTAPSE and estimated foetal weight, which correlates with published data around the globe.
Characteristics of confirmed COVID-19 patients receiving treatment at Sanglah hospital for January-February 2022
Authors: Kusumawati Novinna , Andikayasa Pande Made , Aryanthana Gede Oky , Rai Ida Bagus Ngurah , Kusumawardhani Ni Wayan Candrawati , Dwi Ida Ayu Jasminarti , Eka Arisanti Ni Luh Putu , Ketut Sajinadiyasa I. Gede , Andrika Putu
Published: November 2022

Background: The ongoing mutation of the COVID-19 virus causes an increase in transmission and a decrease in vaccine effectiveness. COVID-19 cases since the end of 2021 have continued to increase, and data on the characteristics of patients with confirmed COVID-19 at Sanglah hospital for this period is not yet available. Therefore, this study aims to determine the characteristics of confirmed COVID-19 patients who received treatment at Sanglah hospital from January to February 2022.Methods: This study is a descriptive study using a cross-sectional approach taken from medical record data.Results: There were 276 COVID-19 patient subjects with an average age of 53 years, consisting of 51.1% male and 48.9% female. Most occupations are private employees, 29.0%. The 39.5% of patients had mild symptoms, and 5.8% had critical symptoms. Cough (51.8%) and fever (40.6%) were the main clinical symptoms, and chronic kidney disease was the most common comorbidity at 16.7%. As many as 46.0% of COVID-19 patients have received vaccines at least 2x, and 2.9% of patients are previous COVID-19 survivors.Conclusions: The characteristics of confirmed COVID-19 patients who received treatment at Sanglah hospital in January and February 2022 were more male than female, with the most jobs as private employees. Most patients have mild to moderate symptoms with a chief complaint of cough. Almost half of the patients have been vaccinated at least 2x. Most of them are not COVID-19 survivors.
Risk of progression to overt hypothyroidism in Indian patients with subclinical hypothyroidism: a prospective observational study
Authors: Singh Shailendra Kumar , Singh Rina , Kumar Singh Santosh , Iquebal Mir Asif , Jaiswal Sarika , Kumar Rai Pradeep
Published: November 2022

Background: Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) is a common endocrine disorder but spontaneous course of SCH in India is lacking. The aim of the study is to determine the spontaneous course of SCH and to identify the risk factors, which enhances the occurrence of overt hypothyroidism (OH).Method: This is a real world prospective observational study. 58 SCH were followed up six monthly for one year to determine the course of SCH.Results: After one year of follow up 11 (18.97%) patients progressed to OH. 37 (63.79%) remained in subclinical hypothyroid category. In 10 (17.29%) patients TSH (thyrotropin) normalized. Rate of progression (odds ratio: 4.58; 95% CI: 1.14, 18.28) was significantly more in anti-thyroid peroxidase (TPO) positive group as compared to anti-TPO negative group.Conclusions: This first data from India clearly shows that SCH has a variable course. Rate of progression to OH is high (18.97%) in Indian SCH patients. In a cohort of 58 patients followed for one year only the presence of anti-TPO antibody was predictive of OH. The initial risk stratification can identify patients with SCH at greatest risk for progression to OH in which treatment is mandatory.
Cricotracheal resection: a rare procedure in adults
Authors: Luna Ortiz Kuauhyama , Ochoa Cesar O. Cabrera , Ramon Luis C. Zacarias , Peteul Zelik Luna , Ortega Dorian Y. García
Published: November 2022

Benign or malignant tumors originating in the cricotracheal region (cricoid cartilage and first tracheal ring) are considered rare events in adult patients. Although there are several treatment options for benign tumors, cricotracheal resection remains the gold standard treatment for malignant tumors. The objective of the present study is to describe the cases that have been treated at our institutions. We selected five cases from a database of 800 clinical records. Three cases were treated at the national cancer institute, Mexico, and two in other institutions. All cases were treated by the same surgeon. Out of four women and one man, with a median age of 52 years, there were two cases of adenoid cystic carcinoma, two of idiopathic stenosis, and one of hemangiopericytoma. All underwent cricotracheal resection with laryngotracheal anastomosis and are still alive. Stenosis or primary tumors of the cricotracheal region can be initially treated with endoscopy. However, cricotracheal resection remains the gold standard treatment as it is a safe surgical procedure with minimal and acceptable sequelae. It also improves disease-free period, overall survival, and quality of life, albeit with a low and acceptable morbidity rate.

 
A literature review on various luting cements used in dentistry
Authors: Kumar Mandeep , Avasthi Abhishek , Khanna Shivani , Singh Karanveer , Chhina Harleen , Bathla Natasha
Published: November 2022

The success rate of the given fixed partial denture and the longevity of the fixed partial denture is depend on the tooth preparation and the usage of the luting cement under the fixed partial denture prosthesis. Luting cement plays an important role in maintaining or securing the fixed partial denture prosthesis in the cemented position. Luting cement should be bio compatible, it should be non-irritating to the underlying tooth structure and non-irritating to the pulp, it should maintain the adequate marginal seal. In recent days so many newer luting cements has been introduced in to the dentistry, that are claiming for good as well as better clinical performance from the existing cements in the terms of improved and better characteristic properties. The different cements which can be used as luting cements are glass ionomer cements, zinc phosphate, zinc poly carboxylate, zinc oxide eugenol, newer cements like resin modified glass ionomer cements, compomers and resin cements.
Construct Validity and Reliability of the Learning Motivation Questionnaire
Authors: Apriandi Davi , Retnawati Heri , Maman Abadi Agus
Published: November 2022

This study aims to determine the construct validity and reliability of the learning motivation questionnaire. Data was collected and documented from 306 respondents and analyzed through confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) using the Lisrel 8.50 program. The results showed that motivation in learning was due to the following factors, namely interest, motivation, commitment, optimism, and an adequate learning environment. Furthermore, the instruments used were declared valid, reliable and also fulfilled the model requirements because they had a loading factor > 0.40, a t-value > 1.96 and a construct reliability coefficient of 0.902.
RASTREAMENTO DA PRESSÃO ARTERIAL ELEVADA E FATORES DE RISCOS ASSOCIADOS EM COMUNIDADE UNIVERSITÁRIA
Authors: De Aguiar Letícia Alves , Lima Mayara Danielle Fonseca , Magnabosco Patrícia , Raponi Maria Beatriz Guimarães , Sae Maria Carolina Salmora Ferreira , Figueiredo Valéria Nasser
Published: November 2022

Objetivo: Rastrear, em uma comunidade adulta jovem universitária, valores de pressão arterial e sua associação com fatores de risco cardiovascular. Método: Estudo transversal, realizado com 270 estudantes e 28 professores/técnicos administrativos em uma universidade pública do interior de Minas Gerais-Brasil. Medidas antropométricas e da pressão arterial (PA) foram realizadas, além de dados sociodemográficos/clínicos e hábitos de vida coletados. Análises bivariadas foram realizadas. Resultados: A média da idade dos estudantes e professores/técnicos administrativos foram, respectivamente, 23±5anos e 43±7anos, com prevalência do sexo feminino (75%). A maioria dos participantes (70%) foram classificados como normotensos (PA? 120/80mmHg) e 30% como PA elevada (PA>120/80mmHg), sendo 93% pré-hipertensos e 7% hipertensos. A média da PA sistólica/diastólica e índice de massa corpórea foram maiores no grupo PA elevada (p<0,05). As variáveis sociodemográficas/clínicas e os hábitos de vida não foram associados com os níveis elevados da PA (p>0,05). Conclusão: Alta taxa de pré-hipertensão foi observada na comunidade universitária.
COMPREENSÃO DA DOR DO RECÉM-NASCIDO PRÉ-TERMO PELA EQUIPE DE SAÚDE
Authors: Figueiredo Maria Clara Araújo , Silva Maria Paula Custódio , Rocha Nylze Helena Guillarducci , Fialho Ana Paula Silva , Rocha Jesislei Bonolo do Amaral , Contim Divanice
Published: November 2022

Objetivo: verificar o conhecimento sobre a dor do recém-nascido pré-termo pela equipe de saúde de uma Unidade de Terapia Intensiva Neonatal. Método: pesquisa descritiva, qualitativa realizada entre maio a novembro de 2019, com 15 profissionais de saúde assistenciais. A coleta de dados foi por meio de entrevista semiestruturada, analisada mediante técnica de análise de conteúdo. Resultados: construíram-se quatro categorias temáticas: conhecimento sobre a dor do prematuro, conhecimento de situações produtoras de dor no prematuro, conhecimento adquirido sobre os métodos de avaliação e tratamento da dor, trabalho multiprofissional e a dor do prematuro. Conclusão: evidenciou-se que apesar da equipe multiprofissional reconhecer a dor do recém-nascido pré-termo, os meios utilizados para a identificação são realizados de forma fragmentada e não sistematizada, baseada no empirismo. Destaca-se a importância de capacitação da equipe no uso de escalas visando a implementação na prática para proporcionar cuidado de excelência, de qualidade e humanizado.
PERFIL DE USUÁRIOS DE UM SERVIÇO DE SAÚDE MENTAL: REGISTRO DE VIOLÊNCIA E OFERTAS TERAPÊUTICAS
Authors: Kantorski Luciane Prado , Jardim Vanda Maria da Rosa , De Oliveira Michele Mandagará , Antonacci Milena Hohmann , Ubessi Liamara Denise , Souza Thylia Teixeira , Neutzling Isabel Machado , Ramos Camila Irigonhé
Published: November 2022

Objetivo: analisar o perfil dos usuários de um serviço de saúde mental com registro de violência, e as ofertas terapêuticas disponibilizadas a eles. Método: pesquisa documental, com coleta de dados dos prontuários de todos os usuários ativos no serviço, entre setembro de 2017 e maio de 2018. A análise dos dados foi realizada no programa Stata 11. Resultados: analisou-se 389 prontuários, destes 126 (32%) apresentam histórico de violência. Encontrou-se maior prevalência de violência entre as mulheres, e associação entre o registro de violência e a ideação e tentativa de suicídio. Com relação às terapêuticas oferecidas, mais de 90% receberam atendimento individual e prescrição de psicofármacos.Conclusão: evidencia-se a necessidade de ampliar a discussão a respeito da presença de violência e suas relações na vida das pessoas portadoras de sofrimento psíquico, para desta maneira, qualificar as ofertas terapêuticas alinhadas com os preceitos da atenção psicossocial.
Las redes sociales como herramienta de aprendizaje colaborativo en la formación en Arquitectura
Authors: Mosquera Téllez Jemay , Higuera Peña Mercedes Fanny Virginia
Published: November 2022

El trabajo investigativo estudia el papel de las redes sociales como instrumento de apropiación del conocimiento para motivar a estudiantes universitarios del programa de arquitectura y se enfocó al diseño de una estrategia didáctica para promover el aprendizaje colaborativo. El análisis de resultados permitió detectar a Facebook como la red de mayor aplicación y uso, generar apropiación de conocimiento mediante la implementación de esta red social, obtener un desempeño positivo respecto al aprendizaje colaborativo en los estudiantes y formular e implementar una estrategia metodológica de enseñanza-aprendizaje de la arquitectura que puede servir de base para optimizar los procesos formativos
Practice of improving Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) seeds and European spruce (Picea abies L.) progeny
Authors:   Northern Research Institute of Forestry, Tyukavina O.N. ,   Northern (Arctic) Federal University named after M.V. Lomonosov, Demina N.A. ,   Northern Research Institute of Forestry
Published: November 2022

The article notes that the efficiency of reforestation in the Russian Federation is insufficient, the main problems are shortage and high cost of planting material. Techniques for presowing treatment of seeds in order to increase germination energy and germination of seeds are analyzed. A review of literature sources has been conducted to assess the application effectiveness of plant growth regulators in soaking seeds in order to increase their progenity and increase the resistance of seedlings to adverse factors. Soaking seeds does not require much effort and is the easiest way to treat seeds. A review of preparations (plant growth regulators) for seed processing from the «State Catalog of Pesticides and Agrochemicals» showed that mainly preparations are designed to stimulate the germination of seeds of agricultural plants, fruit and berry crops. Research is actively conducted to find effective preparations and their optimal concentrations for the treatment of coniferous seeds. Based on the review of research, a list of effective preparations for the treatment of Scots pine seeds has been established. Along with ready-made preparations of active substances, a promising way to influence the germination of seeds and increase the resistance of emerging plants to adverse factors may be plant raw materials in the form of wood wastes, parts of shrubs and trees, fall, herbaceous vegetation, including weeds, etc. A review of chemical, biological, physiological methods for improving seed quality showed that they can all be effective. The main principle of choosing the method of treating seeds should be the availability, economic feasibility and high efficiency of the preparation and devices.
Husserl en diálogo : lecturas y debates
Authors: Rizo-Patrón de Lerner Rosemary
Published: November 2022

Este libro, de Rosemary Rizo-Patrón de Lerner, presenta ciertos aspectos de la lectura de algunos filósofos continentales a los que, en mayor o menor medida, se les reconoce como sus “discípulos” o lectores, y cuyo pensamiento se halla bajo la influencia general de la fenomenología. Asimismo, destaca algunos elementos de los reproches que ellos le dirigieron al maestro, así como los puntos en los que sus perspectivas convergen con lo que critican, quizás más allá de lo que ellos mismos llegaron a suponer. La “idea de la filosofía” que reivindica la fenomenología trascendental de Husserl parece querer resucitar todas las características del ideal moderno que son recusadas por las filosofías contemporáneas: en primer lugar la de ser una “filosofía primera” de carácter universal, científico, de “fundamentos últimos” y “absolutos”. A estas características, Husserl añade su declarado “idealismo”, su opción “trascendental”, la centralización del sujeto, su intelectualismo teorético declarado por la primacía del ego cogito, su supuesta tendencia “solipsista” o “inmanentista”, entre otras más.
Experiencias de las educadoras al trabajar el área de Educación Socioemocional.
Authors: Orellana y López María De Los Dolores
Published: November 2022

En la actualidad se le está dando una gran importancia a la educación socioemocional, aspecto que anteriormente no era tomado en cuenta en los planteles educativos. El Programa de Educación Preescolar 2017 contempla tres campos y tres áreas que deberán favorecerse en este nivel. Dentro de las áreas se encuentra la de desarrollo socioemocional. Se realizó una investigación para conocer cómo las educadoras estaban trabajando esta área, el objetivo de ésta fue el siguiente: “Documentar la labor de las educadoras con respecto a cómo aplican los contenidos del área de educación socioemocional”. En este contexto, este trabajo analiza la práctica docente de 7 educadoras que se desempeñan en 7 jardines de niños del estado de Tabasco. La investigación fue realizada durante el periodo comprendido de septiembre del 2020 a febrero del 2022. Se llevó a cabo una investigación cualitativa , siendo el principal instrumento utilizado las entrevistas individuales semiestructuradas, mismas que se examinaron con detenimiento. Se detectaron categorías y con base a ellas se elaboró una matriz teórica y empírica cuyo análisis nos llevaría a las conclusiones. Se puede afirmar que las educadoras no trabajan ni planean directamente situaciones didácticas encaminadas a fortalecer esta área, sino que por lo general lo trabajan de manera transversal. Es importante planear y diseñar situaciones didácticas encaminadas a fortalecer directamente el desarrollo socioemocional del niño preescolar pues de éste dependerán los demás aprendizajes.
Utilization of Household Waste into Eco-Enzyme in Gitik Village, Rogojampi District, Banyuwangi
Authors: Istanti Ari , Utami Sari Wiji
Published: November 2022

The waste heap of Banyuwangi Regency in 2019 was ± 3,387 m3/day with an increasing trend over the last 10 years. It came from settlements, markets, parks, drainage, and other places, which only part of it could be transported to the landfill due to the declining capacity of the landfill. In addition, waste management services mostly only cover urban areas, while in rural areas are usually carried out on-site by people as did in Gitik Village, Rogojampi District. Waste management did traditionally and partly subscribing to waste transport services. Waste transported by the service is only dumped with an open dumping way, due to the unavailability of landfil facilities in Gitik Village. The existence of waste transport services has not been utilized by all the rural people, because some of them were constrained by the cost of waste service fees. As a result, many piles of household waste are still found in various places that cause environmental pollution. The most common complaint felt by the people regarding the impact of pollution is the pungent smell of waste which usually comes from household organic waste. The solution that can be done to overcome these problems is to process household organic waste into eco-enzymes. The eco-enzyme produced from this program can be used by people for many household activities including farming. In addition, environmental cleanliness can also be improved by reducing the amount of household organic waste that is disposed of around settlements.
Relationship between Carbohydrate, Protein, and Fat Consumption with Obesity Incidence in 2014 UKI Faculty of Medicine Students
Authors: Harlim Ago , Bontong Stella Irene , Rahfiludin Mohammad Zen
Published: November 2022

Background: Obesity is an excessive fat accumulation in the body. Excessive consumption of carbohydrates, protein, and fat can increase the risk of obesity. It occurs when there is an imbalance between the energy number that goes through food and the energy that comes out through physical activity.
Objectives: This study aimed to know the relationship between carbohydrate, protein, and fat consumption and obesity among the 2014 UKI Faculty of Medicine Students.
Methods: This study was analytical observational research with a case-control design. The samples were 68 students from batch 2014. The data are analyzed by SPSS using Chi-square and logistic regression.
Results: A total of 27.9% of students were obese, of which 33.3% were male and 25.5% were female. Based on the results of bivariate analysis, there was a significant relationship between obesity and protein consumption (p=0.048) and fat consumption (p=0.035), while there was no correlation between obesity incidence and carbohydrate consumption (p= 0.373).
Conclusions: The incidence of obesity in UKI Medicine Students batch 2014 was caused by the high consumption of fat and protein. It was not caused by the consumption of carbohydrates.
Hypolipidemic Effects of Modified Edamame Tempeh Flour on Lipid Profile Levels in Dyslipidemia Rats
Authors: Nurkistin Dika , Tamtomo Didik Gunawan , Wiboworini Budiyanti
Published: November 2022

Background: Dyslipidemia is a lipid metabolism disorder that causes an increase or decrease in plasma lipid concentrations. Comprehensive management is an attempt to prevent and reduce dyslipidemia, one of which is nutritional therapy. Edamame contains nutrients such as protein, fat, fiber, and isoflavones that have the potential to improve lipid profiles. Edamame tempeh production is one way to improve product quality that is improving nutritional quality, digestibility, and bioavailability. Edamame tempeh modification is conducted by adding yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. This yeast plays a role in increasing the isoflavone levels and the product containing β-glucan.
Objectives: This research aims to analyze the effects of edamame tempeh flour (ET) and modified edamame tempeh flour (MET) on lipid profile levels in dyslipidemic rats.
Methods: This research was a true experimental with a randomized controlled group pretest-posttest design. Thirty-six Sprague Dawley male white rats that met the inclusion criteria were randomized and divided into six treatment groups consisting of negative control, positive control, the dose of ET flour was 2.7 g/200gBW and 5.4 g/200gBW, the dose of MET flour was 2.7 g/200gBW and 5.4 g/200gBW. The intervention was carried out once per day in the morning for 28 days. The parameters observed included total cholesterol, LDL-C, and HDL-C levels measured by the CHOP-PAP method and triglyceride levels using the GPO-PAP method with a spectrophotometer measuring instrument. Examination of lipid profile levels was carried out three times. All statistical tests used a 95% significance level.
Results: There was a significant difference in the decrease in total cholesterol, LDL-C, and triglyceride levels as well as an increase in HDL-C levels compared to before the intervention (p<0.05).
Conclusions: The administration of ET flour and MET flour could significantly reduce total cholesterol, LDL-C, triglyceride, and increased HDL-C, but the administration of MET flour, especially at a dose of 5.4 g/200gBW, showed a more effective improvement in lipid profile and approached the positive control group compared to ET flour.
Uji Kemampuan Adsorpsi Komposit Keratin Bulu Itik-Polietilena Terhadap Ion Besi(III)
Authors: Fauzy Oktavia Hesti , Santoso Uripto Trisno , Utami Umi Baroroh Lili
Published: November 2022

Research on the adsorption of iron(III) ion using an adsorbent from duck feather-polyethylene composite has been studied. This study aimed to determine the optimum pH conditions and the optimum contact time required in the iron(III) ion adsorption process. Optimum pH and contact time are then measured using AAS to determine the amount of iron(III) ion adsorbed with the duck feather-polyethylene composite adsorbent. The determination of the optimum pH was carried out with pH variations which are 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, while determination of the optimum contact time was carried out with contact time variations which are 40, 60, 80, 100, 120, 140, and 160 minutes. The result of this research showed that optimum conditions for iron(III) ion adsorption at pH 6 and contact time at 80 minutes, which each adsorption capacity are 68.33% and 79.78%.
Evidence for the Magnetoionic Nature of Oblique VHF Reflections from Midlatitude Sporadic-E Layers
Authors: Deacon Chris , Mitchell Cathryn , Watson Robert , Witvliet Ben
Published: November 2022

Mid-latitude sporadic-E (Es) is an intermittent phenomenon of the lower E region of the ionosphere. Es clouds are thin, transient, and patchy layers of intense ionization, with ionization densities which can be much higher than in the background ionosphere. Oblique reflection of radio signals in the very high frequency (VHF) range is regularly supported, but the mechanism for it has never been clearly established - specular reflection, scattering, and magnetoionic double refraction have all been suggested. This article proposes using the polarization behaviour of signals reflected from intense midlatitude sporadic-E clouds as an indicator of the true reflection mechanism. Results are presented from a measurement campaign in the summer of 2018, which gathered a large amount of data at a receiving station in the UK using 50 MHz amateur radio beacons as signal sources. In all cases the signals received were elliptically polarized, despite being transmitted with linear polarization; there were also indications that polarization behaviour varied systematically with the orientation of the path to the geomagnetic field. This represents, for all the examples recorded, clear evidence that signals were reflected from midlatitude Es by magnetoionic double refraction.
Social approach to stunting prevention in Blora, Central Java, Indonesia
Authors: Muhtar Muhtar , Pudjianto Bambang , Habibullah Habibullah
Published: November 2022

Stunting is a major problem in many developing countries, including Indonesia. The stunting rate in Indonesia is the fifth highest in the world. For this reason, the government is committed to handling it in an integrated manner. The social approach through the assistance of the Family Hope Program (PKH) and the Sembako Program is one of the efforts to reduce stunting. The structural-functional theory in sociology focused on the social order is used as an analytical tool. This research approach is qualitative, and the researchers are the main instrument. Data collection techniques used: interviews, documentation, and observation. The results showed a social approach through the basic food and PKH programs accompanied by continuous assistance to beneficiaries in the form of coaching aspects of health, education, childcare patterns, and the use of social assistance and integrated with other programs contributed to stunting prevention in Blora Regency, Central Java Province. This social reality is in line with the structural-functional theory that society as a system is interrelated or related to other parts of the system.