bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of Anticoagulant Administration in patients Hospitalized with COVID-19; A study from Lahore, Pakistan
Authors: Mazhar Marium , Rana Maaz Suhail , Sarwar Huda , Saleem Rabbia , Fatima S. Irtaza , Sajjad Roheen , Rana Hamad N. , Chreif Hussein
Published: May 2023

Background: The recognition of the relationship between thromboembolism in COVID-19 and poor clinical outcomes led to the use of anticoagulants in patients diagnosed with COVID-19. Aim: To determine the effects of anticoagulants in COVID-19 patients and to compare the effect of oral, subcutaneous, and combined anticoagulants on patient outcomes. Study design: Retrospective cohort study Place and duration: A private tertiary care hospital, in Lahore, from 1st April 2020 to 30 Sep 2020 Methodology: Data were collected from electronic and paper records of admitted patients with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 on PCR or with a radiological diagnosis of COVID-19. A total of 179 patients were included in the study, 172 were given anticoagulation, out of these, 74 were given oral anticoagulation, 73 were given subcutaneous and 24 were given combination of oral and subcutaneous anticoagulants. Results: Among 172 patients on anticoagulants, 41(23.8%) expired while 131(76.2%) recovered. Among 7(100%) patients on no anticoagulation, 1(14.3%) patient expired while 6(85.7%) recovered. 19(11%) patients on anticoagulation progressed towards the need for invasive ventilation while 152(89%) patients did not need invasive ventilation. Among patients on subcutaneous anticoagulants, 27(37%) expired while 46(63%) recovered. 8(33.3%) patients on combined anticoagulants expired while 16(66.7%) recovered. 6(8.1%) patients on oral anticoagulants expired while 68(91.9%) recovered. Conclusion: Anticoagulation improves the outcome of COVID-19 patients and oral anticoagulation is better than subcutaneous and combined anticoagulation. Keywords: COVID-19, anticoagulant, Rivaroxaban, Enoxaparin
Assessment of Knowledge and Practice of 3D printing amongst the dentists of Lahore
Authors: Noor Nauman Ahmed , Qaisar Aneela , Shahid Abdul Rehman , Goryyah Maheen , Haye Haider , Imran Alishba
Published: May 2023

Background: The development of digital technologies in dentistry resulted in the introduction of 3 D printing. The faster manufacturing rate and patient-friendly approach of this technology have revolutionized dentistry. Aim: The aim of this study was the assessment of knowledge and practices of 3 D printing technology in Lahore. Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted in private teaching institutes and private clinics of Lahore. A well structuedquestionnaie consisting of 20 questions was randomly distributed in 141 particapants. Data was eanalysed by SPSS vesion 23. The results were presented in percentages. Results: The majority 108(78%) of the participants did not use 3D printing technology during the past five years,, and the 86(61%) used it once a year, during their clinical practice. Most of the respondents 81(57.4%) were aware of Stereolithographic technique of 3 D printing. Temporary crowns 30(21.3%) were fabricated by 3 D printing. PMMA 63(44.7%) and PEEK 54(38.3%) were the most commonly used polymers, while Zirconia126(89.4%) and Titanium alloys117(83%) were mostly used for the fabrication of 3D printed dental prosthesis. Conclusion: Majority of the particiapants were not aware of 3 D printing technique and materials used for the fabrication of 3 D printes appliances. Most participants did not use 3D printing in their clinical practices. There was no current information about 3D printing technology and techniques in the undergraduate syllabus and courses of teaching. Practical implications: The future of dentistry involves using newer technology and keeping abreast with upcoming techniques for delivering better and more efficient healthcare. Most of these technologies are already available in market, but putting them to good use and familiarizing with them is the need of hour fo Pakistani dentist. Keywords: 3D printing, dental prosthesis, rapid protoyping, polymethyl meth acrylate (PMMA), Stereolithography Apparatus
Comparing Efficacy of Standard Vs Modified Valsalva Maneuver in Terminating Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia
Authors: Shoukat Rafia , Ahmad Saman , Jehangir Hafiz Muhammad Sajid , Arshad Waqas , Shah Zahid Hussain , Ahmad Tanveer
Published: May 2023

Aim: To know whether valsalva maneuver is more effective compared to modified valsalva in terminating paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia or vice versa. Method: The study design was randomized controlled trial. This research was conducted in accident & emergency department of Mayo hospital, Lahore. Duration of this study was nine months. Participants were divided in two groups, half were assigned in Standard VM group (Group A), and other half in Modified VM group (Group B). In both groups, assigned valsalva maneuver was repeated up to two times, only when paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia did not revert to sinus rhythm on first time. In those patients, VM failed even after three attempts, antiarrhythmic medications were used. Primary outcome was defined on the basis of successful return of sinus rhythm after either by standard or modified valsalva maneuver. Results: Sixty two patients were included in this study, thirty one in each group. Out of thirty one patients in group A, two patients (3.2%) rhythm reverted to sinus, while in group B, seven patients (11.3%) rhythm reverted to sinus. The number of patients who needed rescue treatment was lower in group B -21 (77.4%) as compared to group A- 29(93.5%). Conclusion: The results of this study showed that modified VM was more effective in terminating PSVT as compared to standard VM. So, number of patients who required pharmacological cardioversion was lower in group B. Keywords: Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), Standard valsalva maneuver (SVM), Modified valsalva maneuver (MVM)
Fetal and Neonatal Outcomes of Maternal Rheumatic diseases in a tertiary care centre of Lahore, Pakistan
Authors: Aslam Saqib , Yasin Faiza , Ullah Saadat , Haroon Muhammad , Anwar Zahid , Gul Rafia
Published: May 2023

Background: Pregnancy may worsen underlying autoimmune rheumatologic illnesses. The trans-placental transmission of autoantibodies can harm the foetus or newborn. Aim: To determine the impact of maternal rheumatological disorders on fetal and newborn outcomes. Methods: A descriptive longitudinal study was conducted at Fatima Memorial Hospital enrolling 32 pregnant women with rheumatologic disorders by consecutive sampling. Data was collected regarding maternal demographics, diagnosis, serum markers, Fetal & neonatal outcome factors (IUGR, Fetal distress, Umbilical Doppler findings, Fetal Echo, Place of birth, Mode of delivery, discharge status, Term/pre-term birth, Gender, Low Birth Weight, Cardiac defect, NICU stay, the reason for NICU stay) Results: The diagnosis of 50% of the subjects was SLE. 25%subjects were suffering from RA. Regarding serum markers, 50% of the mothers were Anti ds DNA positive followed by ANA with 34.4% & Lupus anticoagulant with 21.9% positivity. IUGR was recorded in 9.4%, fetal distress in 28.1%, abnormal umbilical doppler in 9.4%, and 12.5% of a newborn could not survive. Pre-term delivery was recorded in 31.3% of cases, low birth weight in 34.4%, cardiac defects in 6.3%, thrombocytopenia in 6.3%, NICU stay was required in 31.3%, EOS was reason in 12.5% and RDS in 25%. Conclusion: Prevalence of IUGR, fetal distress, low birth weight, preterm delivery, cardiac defects and admission to NICU was high in autoimmune rheumatological pregnant females. Pre-term delivery, fetal distress and LBW were significantly associated with SLE. Keywords: Pregnancy outcome, rheumatic disease outcome, fetus, neonate, SLE
Effect of Knee Osteoarthritis on Quality-of-Life among Postmenopausal Females
Authors: Anmool Ramash , Chaudhary Fatima , Rauf Hira , Khan Ayaz , Ibrahi Umar , Huma Zil E , Mengal Saba , , Khan Nasir , Shah Saleh
Published: May 2023

Background: Some observational evidence suggests an effect of hormones on Osteoarthritis (O.A.), especially in premenopausal women. Aim: To determine the frequency of knee osteoarthritis among postmenopausal females. Secondly, assess the symptoms and severity of stiffness and pain. Thirdly, to assess the effect of Osteoarthritis on quality of life. Methods: The study was conducted among 50 patients with knee osteoarthritis among postmenopausal females. Aged above 45 years were included in the study. Male Participants with Amenorrhea and Traumatic Knee Injury were excluded from the study. The non-probability sampling was used for sample selection. The sample size was calculated using an open-Epi tool. Results: Most women with symptoms sometimes and often in knee osteoarthritis experience moderate and severe knee pain in rest and activity. Most women have moderate and severe difficulty in activities of daily living, difficulty in sport and recreation function, and disturbance in their quality of life in knee osteoarthritis of postmenopausal women. This study can help raise awareness and provide valuable insights into the challenges and limitations that postmenopausal women with knee osteoarthritis face daily. This can help develop more targeted and effective interventions that address the unique needs of this population. Conclusion: The study concludes that postmenopausal females have knee osteoarthritis that produces symptoms with severe pain. Their functional, daily, sports and recreational activities are moderately affected by the quality-of-life effects. Keywords: Knee Osteoarthritis, Postmenopausal women, Rehabilitation, Quality of life, Stiffness, Pain
Evaluation of Absolute Neutrophil Count, Band Count and Morphological Changes in Neutrophils in Bacterial Infections
Authors: Latif Saadia , Iqbal Hamid , Zafar Jawad , Chughtai Tamoor , Parveen Saadat , Mujahid Aayza
Published: May 2023

Aim: To evaluate the absolute neutrophil count, band count and morphological changes in diagnosing acute bacterial infections among patients presenting with acute febrile illness. Methodology: It was cross sectional analytical study conducted after taking approval from institutional ethical review committee. Total 726 patients were included. The cut-off for leukocytosis was 19.6x109/l. Counted 200 WBC. Band cells were counted according to College of American Pathologists Survey criteria. If band count is 20%, it is considered an increased count. Chi square test was applied. Results: The Acute neutrophil count was elevated significantly in positive cases (p<0.01). Band cells were elevated in +ve cases when comparing with their counterpart (p<0.01). The morphological changes in neutrophils in both culture positive and negative samples showed that toxic granules were seen in > ¾ samples, Dohle bodies in 80.9% and vacuoles in 69.1% culture positive cases. Conclusion: Study findings indicate that ANC and band count is significantly higher in patients with acute bacterial infection. Keywords: Neutrophil, Toxic granulation, Bacterial infections
Outcome of Vertical Skeletal Pattern in the Buccal Corridor Area Show during Posed Smile
Authors: Rashid Fasila , Bilal Amna , Bashir Namrah , Hassan Rashid
Published: May 2023

Aim: To determine link between a patient's buccal relationship and vertical skeletal corridor region display during a posed grin. Study design: Descriptive study. Place and duration of study: Department of Orthodontic, Ayub Dental College from 1st July 2022 to 31st December 2022. Methodology: One hundred and seventy patients with normal, additional and insignificant buccal corridors were enrolled. The patient's Frankfort Horizontal plane parallel to the floor, their lips relaxed, and their teeth in centric occlusion, lateral cephalograms were obtained. Results: The measurement of the buccal corridor area visible during a frontal grin varies from 0 mm to 4.50mm. The average size of the buccal corridor was 1.799±0.9904 mm. The ratio of lower anterior facial height towards total anterior facial height ranged from 48° to 67° with mean anterior facial height was 45.246±2.48. Conclusion: Lower anterior facial height has a substantial impact on how much of the buccal corridor region shows during posed smiles, and a rise in ratio causes less buccal corridor area to display. Keywords: Inter-commissure width, Inter-pre-molar width, Inter-pupillary distance
Prophylactic Use of Ondansetron for Hypotension Prevention in Cases Undergoing Cesarean Section Post-Spinal Anesthesia
Authors: Kumar Kelash , Aftab Ali , Kumar Anil , Ali Pervaiz , Kumar Sandeep , Qureshi Kazi Iftikhar
Published: May 2023

Background: Ondansetron is being administrated to prevent post spinal hypotension and its affects are promising. Globally, researches being conducted to identify the prophylactic effects of ondansetron. Aim: To determine the frequency of maternal hypotension with or without intravenous administration of ondansetron in cases undergoing cesarean section post-spinal anesthesia. Study design: Randomized controlled trial Place and duration of study: Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre, Karachi from 1st February 2017 to 1st August 2017. Methodology: Eighty four pregnant females between 18-35 years of age enrolled for cesarean-section under spinal anesthesia were included. Patients having a history of cardiorespiratory or renal disorders, as well as bradycardia or tachycardia, hypo/hypertension and or hyperglycemia were excluded. The patients were randomly divided into Group A (ondansetron) and Group B (control) by using codes placed in sealed, sequentially numbered envelopes. The mean value of arterial blood pressure and of the heart rate was documented at 3 min interval for 10 minutes and then every 5 minutes till 30 minutes after spinal anesthesia. Results: The mean age of patients in group A was 26.57±5.28 years and in group B was 26.88±4.62 years. Thirty two (38.10%) were ASA I and 52 (61.90%) were ASA II. The mean age of patients in group A was 39.36±1.65 weeks and in group B was 39.79±1.47 weeks. Mean arterial pressure was 138.44±13.59mmHg. Frequency of maternal hypotension in Group A was seen in 08 (19.05%) while in Group B was seen in 22 (52.38%) patients (p=0.001). Conclusion: There is less maternal hypotension with intravenous administration of ondansetron in patients undergoing cesarean section under spinal anesthesia. Keywords: Spinal anesthesia, Hypotension, Ondansetrone
Urinary Tract Infection in Children Presenting with Nephrotic Syndrome
Authors: Karim Sumera Abdul , Ejaz Nadia , Salim Muhammad Wasim , Anwar Maha , Akram Mahjabeen , Abbas Sumbal
Published: May 2023

Background: Nephrotic syndrome, or nephrosis, is defined by the1presence of nephrotic-range1 proteinuria, edema, hypoalbuminemia & hyperlipidemia. Nephrotic syndrome remains the common manifestation of glomerular disease in childhood. UTI is a common infection accompanying nephrotic syndrome. But there is no local evidence available. Aim: To assess the frequency of urinary tract infection in children presenting with nephrotic syndrome in a tertiary1care hospital. Study design: Cross sectional study. Methodology: Total 280 children fulfilled the inclusion criteria were included through non-probability convenience sampling. Urine sample was obtained in sterile container & was sent to the pathology1laboratory of the hospital. Then reports were assessed & if pathogen was present, then UTI was labeled. Data was evaluated by using SPSS v.24. Quantitative data was presented as mean±SD. Qualitative data was presented as frequency and percentage. Chi-square test was applied with P-value ≤0.05 taken as significant. Results: The mean age was 7.07±3.09years. There were 152(54.3%) males and 128(45.7%) females. The mean weight of patients was 24.30±7.75kg. The mean duration of nephrotic syndrome was 9.66±5.37months. There were 147(52.5%) patients who had UTI while 133(47.5%) patients did not have UTI. Practical Implication: As there is a high incidence of UTI among nephritic children and there is lack of local data that specifically addresses this health issue thus current study was planned. Results regarding precise estimate of UTI frequency in nephrotic syndrome patients helped to formulate recommendations for early screening to initiate early management of UTI. This information also helped in reducing morbidity and mortality in children with nephrotic syndrome. Conclusion: It was concluded that frequency of UTI was high in children with nephrotic syndrome hence screening of UTI is necessary on regular intervals in children with1nephrotic syndrome. Keywords: Urinary Tract Infection, Nephrotic Syndrome, Children, Proteinuria and Albuminuria.
Using Graphene Materials to Enhance the Multi-Effects Solar Still Performance
Authors: Almalowi Saeed
Published: May 2023

The exponential growth of living and the growth of the population in the world have led to a large demand for potable water. The shortage of fresh water in the desert countries, such as rivers, lakes, and drinkable water wells needs sustainable solutions. The use of solar energy which is abundant in KSA throughout the year to convert the salty water of seas and oceans to freshwater is the most promising solution to meet the increasing potable water needs. Many studies investigated the applications of the direct solar still which is a promising desalination technique since it costs very little to construct and operate, has low maintenance requirements, and can be constructed using local material, but most of the previous studies concluded that the solar still has low performance and it cannot be used to produce a huge amount of desalinated water. Therefore, in this study a mathematical model was developed to study the enhancement of the solar still using a multi-effects design with a graphene-coated material. This type of design was implemented to enhance the water evaporation and solar absorption rate of the still. Consequently, the water productivity and the temperature distribution of water were enhanced and the performance of the solar still increased by around 21%.
Toxicity Characteristics Leaching Procedure of Wastes dumped in some part of Federal Capital Territory Abuja, North Central Nigeria
Authors: arogundade johnson , Omali Aurelius
Published: May 2023

The solid wastes in some waste disposal facilities within Federal Capital Territory, Abuja Nigeria were assessed. They were assessed to know whether they are characteristically hazardous to the environment where they are dumped. The procedure became necessary because the solid wastes in the study are known not to be sorted before disposal. Sorting is needed to separate the hazardous components from non-hazardous components of the solid wastes before they are disposed. The assessment was done in accordance with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, (RCRA, 1976) of United State Environmental Protection Agency using Toxicity Characteristics Leaching procedure. The procedure shows that the Chromium (Cr) ranges from 3.03mg/L to 11mg/L across the investigated dumpsites, Lead (Pb) ranges from 1.58mg/L to 47.6mg/L across the investigated dumpsites and Cadmium (Cd) ranges from 0.169mg/L to 19.2mg/L across the investigated dumpsites. It can be deduced from the results that the wastes in the investigated dump facilities are characteristically hazardous because the concentration of RCRA metals (Pb, Cr and Cd) are above the USEPA allowable limits.
DC motor control using model reference adaptive control
Authors: Mosaad Mohamed
Published: May 2023

Despite having higher maintenance costs than AC motors, DC motors had been widely employed in the industry due to their outstanding speed control capabilities. This employment increased due to the DC output of some renewable sources recently. This article introduces the speed control of DC motors using model reference adaptive control (MRAC). This control is achieved through regulating the armature voltage at different load changes. A comparison between the proposed adaptive controller and optimized PI controller using the elephant herding optimization (EHO) is presented. The PI controller parameters were optimality adjusted to minimize the integral absolute error, minimum overshoot, and minimum settling time. Computer simulations show that the suggested MRAC is preferable to a traditional optimized PI controller. In addition, the proposed controller is effective in regulating the DC motor over a broad range of operating speeds.
Islamic Gravestones in the Cemetery of Derbend City, in Dagestan Region, Southern Russia during the twelfth century AH/ Eighteenth century AD: “A Study of Form and Content”
Authors: ELKHİER Muhammad Nasir Ismail
Published: May 2023

This research presents a descriptive study of Islamic Gravestones illustrated catalogue in Derbend cemetery of Dāġhastān dating to before the end of the twelfth century AH / Eighteenth century AD (all dates are specified as either Years of Hijrah or Persian calendar with numbers).
Where it turns out there are approximately 43 gravestones have been registered in 3 locations: in Derbend Cemetery; Kīrkẖliyār or Narin-Kala, Dūl-Dūl, and Šaykẖ Ṣalāḥ. No Gravestones found inside mosques, museums, and through the results of archaeological excavations date back to the 12th century AH/ 18th AD century. Previously uncovered were some fragments of Gravestones unearthed from previous excavations. For the types have found in the museums and shrines, are not dated to the same time, and dates back to the early decade of the 19th-century.
The Archeological field survey of Derbend cemetery, the ethnographic and cultural recording, material Sources and the uses of gravestones, Funerary Rituals and Practices and Combination tombs have been done by the author Muḥammad Nasir Ismail during the Visitation of Derbend cemetery. Followed by Reading the content and completing translation from original Arabic, Persian and Turkish-Dāġhastān texts to modern English, This was followed by additional proofreading of Arabic translations and original
Rezension von: Ottersbach, Christian, Schlösser und Gärten in Baden-Württemberg
Authors: Feldhahn Ulrich , Ottersbach Christian
Published: May 2023

Christian Ottersbach: Schlösser und Gärten in Baden-Württemberg. Architektur und Selbstdarstellung des reichsfreien Adels und geistlicher Herrschaften zwischen 1450 und 1950. Jan Thorbecke Verlag Ostfildern 2022. 584 Seiten mit zahlreichen Abbildungen. Großformat, gebunden 79,– €. ISBN 978-3-7995-1567-2
Brazilian artisanal and authorial cheeses: what is said about these products in the media and in the scientific community?
Authors: Goulart Juliana Querino , Pinto Andrea Troller
Published: May 2023

Artisanal and authorial cheeses gained visibility because of their different flavors, which pleased the consumer. This study aims to identify the main interests of the scientific community and the population in relation to artisanal and authorial cheeses. For this, a search was carried out on the Web of Science and Scopus research platforms using the terms "artisan cheese" and "authorial cheese". Google alerts were also received with internet news about these two topics. As a result, it was observed that scientific research has as its main theme, when it comes to artisanal and authorial cheeses, the microbiological quality of these foods. As for the news broadcast to the population, its main focus is on an event that took place in São Paulo, where the world cheese contest was held. The most commented cheeses are those from Minas Gerais. Other artisanal cheeses, such as the artisanal cheeses from Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina (serrano and colonial cheese) were also highlighted. In addition, production from Paraná and the Northeast was also broadcast in the media. As conclusion, the interests of the scientific community are related to guaranteeing the safety of artisanal and original cheeses, which are of interest to consumers. The microbiological quality is a frequent object of study, as well as the compositional aspects of these products. The media has transmitted information about this product regarding its sensory aspects (better flavors and smells) that make artisanal and authorial cheeses stand out in competitions and, increasingly, arouses consumer interest.
Sustainability evaluation for water resources use in the Curema – Mãe d'Água System
Authors: Silva Filho Valdeir Gonçalves da , Santos Valterlin da Silva , Gonçalves Samara Nóbrega de Oliveira , Costa Neto Francisco de Assis da , Brito Virgínia da Costa
Published: May 2023

The water crises experienced in recent years in the Brazilian semi-arid region imply the need for better management of water resources in the region. Thus, this research seeks to evaluate the sustainability of the water resources use in the Curema – Mãe D'Água water system. For that, three scenarios were idealized considering the current situation of the water system and the increase of the exogenous flow from PISF in the Engenheiro Ávidos reservoir and directly in the Piancó river. To simulate the reservoirs operation, the Acquanet decision support model was used. A methodology was also developed to analyze whether the reservoirs were operating jointly or separately. For a better analysis of the results, performance and efficiency indicators were used. It’s concluded that the water system can’t sustainably meet its water demands even with the increase in exogenous flow from the PISF. Despite having a high reliability in meeting water demands, it proved to be not very resilient and highly vulnerable. Besides, the use of water resources was shortly efficient, as a large part of the affluent volume was lost to evaporation or spillage.
Analysis of the use of solid waste in road asphalt coatings: a literature review
Authors: Duarte Nathalia Costa , Silva Otavio Henrique da
Published: May 2023

The precariousness of Brazilian road pavements, added to the problem of solid waste disposal, highlights the relevance of studies aimed at incorporating these materials into asphalt coatings. This procedure can improve the mechanical properties of pavements, as well as bring savings. In this context, this bibliographic research aimed to analyze the use of solid waste ore, PET and sludge from the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) in asphalt coatings. After selecting two studies that aborted the use of each of the aforementioned residues, a comparative analysis was carried out on the methods employed and results obtained, considering the applicable standardization. Results showed that the incorporation of aggregated iron ore residue promotes good results for light and moderate traffic, in places with temperatures below 60°C. Although it decreases the Resilience Modulus, the incorporation of PET waste into mixtures is still environmentally and economically viable. The use of WTP sludge is quite promising, since the technical requirements are met, especially in the case of tensile strength. In general, the results showed several potentialities of the use of residues in asphalt coatings. Thus, it is important that professionals and regulatory bodies develop more studies to prove and promote this more sustainable practice in engineering.
Validation of health educational technology for visitors of burned adults admitted to intensive care
Authors: Oliveira Meiriane Pizani Scobare de , Alves Marcos Eduardo dos Santos , Montezeli Juliana Helena , Milhorini Carolina Rodrigues , Costa Daniel Kin Carvalho , Gastaldi Andréia Bendine
Published: May 2023

Objective: To develop and validate an educational technology in Folder format for health education of family members of severe burn patients hospitalized in an intensive care unit specific for this injury. Methods: Applied and quantitative research, carried out in a university hospital, using the theoretical-methodological framework proposed by Echer (2005).  The development of Folder and content validation was carried out with nine experts. The Delphi technique was used to collect data with the judges. For data analysis, the minimum agreement of 0.88 was considered in the Content Validation Index. Results: Seven nurses, one doctor and one nurse-teacher participated in the research, all with previous experience in the care of the burned patient and minimum degree of specialist. The items with greater agreement among the judges were those related to the relevance of content, contributing to knowledge in the area and interest aroused by the theme. The material was validated with a Global Validation Index of 0.94. Conclusion: Folder is a validated educational technology that can be used in health education of family members of patients hospitalized in intensive care units for burns.
Community fishing agreement and contextualized education on the riverside of the Acaí River, Porto de Moz, Pará, Brazil
Authors: Conceição Martinha , Rocha Carla , Formigosa Marcos
Published: May 2023

Various educational actions focused on preservation and conservation of nature do not problematize issues closely linked to the ways of life of traditional communities. This work presents educational methodologies in school and non-school spaces based on actions that involved riverside populations from three locations on the Acaí River that have a community fishing agreement established since 1992, in the municipality of Porto de Moz, Pará. Interviews were carried out with six community members to understand their views on the fishing agreement, and thus subsidize the educational action and the elaboration of a teaching plan on the subject. The systematized data were presented in a meeting with the participation of 36 people who recognized the positive results of the agreement, and defended its importance, defining proposals for its continuity. The insertion of the theme in the plans of the Science discipline or in integrated didactic projects of the school reinforce the maintenance of the fishing agreement and provide several pedagogical possibilities for a contextualized education that works the articulation between research, training and action.
Chronic noncommunicable diseases aggravate hospitalizations and deaths from covid-19
Authors: de Souza Júlio César , Ferreira Joel Saraiva , Dos Anjos Thais Hokama , Froz Rony Wallas Fonseca , De Linhares Laura Maria Souza , De Souza Albert Schiaveto , Ferezin Victor Vohryzek , De Souza Geize Rocha Macedo
Published: May 2023

The objective of this study was to analyze the association of non-communicable chronic diseases (NCDs) with cases of hospitalizations and deaths due to covid-19. It is a cross-sectional, analytical study, with a quantitative approach of secondary data, collected in the Influenza Epidemiological Surveillance Information System, linked to the Ministry of Health - Brazil. The variable “covid-19” was selected from the database, along with sociodemographic information (gender, race/color, age group and education) and clinical information (comorbidities, type of ventilatory support used, ICU bed stay, case evolution for death or cure), of patients with reported cases of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in the year 2020, in the city of Campo Grande/MS. 5152 notifications of SARS due to covid-19 were identified, accounting for 60.6% of hospitalizations in the year 2020 and, of these, 64.2% associated with comorbidities. Kidney diseases were the ones that presented the highest relative risk for the need for hospitalization in an ICU bed and evolution to death. The presence of comorbidities, represented mostly by CNCDs, were related to the greater severity of hospitalizations due to covid-19.
Rural Entrepreneurship as a Sustainable Livelihood Alternative for the Returnee Migrants: Reviewing the Potentials and Challenges
Authors: Hasan Md Abid , Shahid Sonia , Sultana Marina , Siddiqui Dr. Tasneem
Published: May 2023

During the Covid-19 pandemic, the earnings of migrant workers decreased due to joblessness and the lack of new work. Against this backdrop, this paper aims to look at the potential of rural entrepreneurship as a form of financially managing the insecurity and vulnerabilities caused by the pandemic. The literature review shows that although international migration has played a crucial role in economic growth in Bangladesh, remittance has been underutilized and not translated into investment usually. The qualitative research methodology of the paper followed the thematic analysis design method to apprehend and explain the research findings. The findings of the study indicate that despite several challenges, rural entrepreneurship can indeed be a sustainable livelihood alternative that improves the resilience of returnee migrants. The right kinds of skillsets and adequate measures to tackle the infrastructural and socio-political barriers can boost rural entrepreneurship appreciably. Other recently published research works also highlight that entrepreneurship can be an effective tool for the reintegration of returnee migrants. This paper concludes that the sustainability of rural entrepreneurship will require engaging local development organizations, forming incubation and support centers, and organizing peer support groups.
Léxico del tabú de decencia en la comunidad Plan de la Laguna de Apoyo: un enfoque sociolingüístico
Authors: Sánchez Mercado Érika Francela , Canda Calderón Jeannette Del Socorro , Chavarría Úbeda Carmen
Published: May 2023

En el tabú lingüístico se da el uso de términos que comprenden ciertas restricciones y prohibiciones, vistas como una conducta, actividad o costumbre moralmente inaceptable, impuesta por una sociedad o la religión. Hay diferentes tipos de tabúes, sin embargo, el que nos compete, el tabú de decencia, comprende tres aspectos: órganos sexuales y zonas erógenas, relaciones sexuales y funciones fisiológicas del cuerpo. La presente investigación se enfoca en el primero de estos y analiza, desde una perspectiva sociolingüística, el léxico empleado por los informantes de la Comunidad Plan de la Laguna de Apoyo, del departamento de Masaya, pues se estudia la influencia de las variables sociales edad y sexo en el léxico recopilado, con el fin de realizar un acercamiento exploratorio al fenómeno lingüístico en estudio. Se aplicó la técnica de encuesta a 12 informantes, los resultados obtenidos evidencian que el sexo es determinante al referirse a las zonas erógenas del cuerpo, por ejemplo, los hombres respondieron más abiertamente, e hicieron uso de mayor cantidad de disfemismos.
Rubén Darío para cada etapa de la vida: Despertemos el gusto por la poesía del Príncipe de las letras castellanas
Authors: Ruiz Víctor
Published: May 2023

Que Rubén Darío no está de moda, eso lo sabemos. Que su lenguaje se ha vuelto críptico e inaccesible, esto también lo sabemos. Que sus poemas de princesas, reyes, duendes y hadas después de la adolescencia ya no nos emocionan ni nos encantan es más que evidente en los rostros muertos de aburrimiento de los jóvenes de secundaria que son obligados por sus maestros a memorizar e interpretar teatralmente «A Margarita Debayle», «La sonatina» o «Los motivos del lobo».
Mejora de la comprensión lectora a través del comentario crítico, usando plataformas virtuales
Authors: Vargas Alejandra Eloísa , Lara López Franklin Israel , Urbina Reyes Sergio Felipe , Mejía Carlos Luis
Published: May 2023

En el presente artículo científico se presenta la siguiente propuesta didáctica que implementa el comentario crítico como estrategia de comprensión lectora de cuentos en estudiantes de educación media de Nicaragua. Para el desarrollo de dicha estrategia se incorporará el uso de plataformas virtuales educativas que faciliten el proceso educativo de los discentes en su capacidad de comprender cuentos. Este estudio se desarrolló a partir de una problemática identificada durante una prueba diagnóstica que fue implementada a estudiantes de noveno grado del Colegio Público Guardabarranco. Este trabajo investigativo se desarrolla mediante un enfoque cualitativo, usando como técnica de recolección de datos, la encuesta. Los resultados obtenidos durante la diagnosis revelaron que los estudiantes presentaron deficiencias en la comprensión general del cuento. Además, se constató que los discentes encuestados presentaron poco o nulo interés por la lectura de cuentos en el aula de clase y en casa. Debido a esto, se decidió trabajar en una estrategia que implemente el comentario crítico como una herramienta que facilite la comprensión lectora de cuentos. Se describirá la estrategia propuesta de comprensión lectora en donde se implemente el comentario crítico en un acápite, además, se expondrá una secuencia didáctica en donde se sistematice la implementación de dicha estrategia en una sesión de clase con el tiempo designado. Por último, se expondrán imágenes y evidencias de las pruebas realizadas durante la investigación con el detallar cada uno de los componentes analizados y facilitar la comprensión del lector.
n. 56 - APRESENTAÇÃO DOSSIÊ EDUCAÇÃO BÁSICA NA AMÉRICA LATINA
Authors: Vitor Alves Andréia Vicência
Published: May 2023

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O PROCESSO DE RECREDENCIAMENTO DE UMA ESCOLA DE GOVERNO E OS SEUS ARRANJOS INSTITUCIONAIS: UMA ANÁLISE SOBRE O PDI
Authors: Da Silva Faustino Mayara Cristina , Fernández Silvina Julia
Published: May 2023

A Constituição Federal prevê que a União, os estados e o Distrito Federal devem manter Escolas de Governo (EGs), responsáveis pela capacitação e aperfeiçoamento dos servidores públicos. Dada a natureza essencialmente pedagógica e formativa das EGs, as suas atividades devem estar implicadas no desenvolvimento pleno dos servidores. Muitas EGs são vinculadas a órgãos educacionais credenciadores, o que envolve um processo complexo com o cumprimento de exigências por parte da instituição requerente. Nesse contexto, apresentamos a EG do Ministério Público do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, Instituto de Educação Roberto Bernardes Barroso (IERBB/MPRJ). Assim, neste trabalho, através de uma pesquisa qualitativa, com base no estudo de caso, observação-participante, pesquisa bibliográfica e análise documental, buscamos investigar quais foram os arranjos institucionais empreendidos pelo IERBB/MPRJ, durante o seu processo de recredenciamento, em 2019, frente ao Conselho Estadual de Educação do Rio de Janeiro. Constatamos que, apesar das dificuldades enfrentadas, dadas a carência de saberes pedagógicos, supridos através da parceria com as estagiárias de Pedagogia, e a falta de tempo para implementar um planejamento mais participativo, o IERBB/MPRJ conseguiu formular seu Plano de Desenvolvimento Institucional e agregar conhecimentos específicos durante esse processo.
MATRIZ NACIONAL COMUM DE COMPETÊNCIAS DO DIRETOR: O TRABALHO DO DIRETOR ESCOLAR EM ANÁLISE
Authors: Botelho Gabriela , Silva Luis Gustavo Alexandre
Published: May 2023

O estudo analisa a Nova Matriz Nacional Comum de Competências do Diretor, aprovada pelo Conselho Nacional de Educação – CNE, visando identificar a concepção de gestão presente no documento, mais precisamente, como os conceitos da Nova Gestão Pública aparecem na proposta e seus possíveis efeitos no trabalho do diretor escolar. A pesquisa foi realizada mediante estudos bibliográficos e documentais. O texto busca apresentar os princípios relativos a gestão democrática, contidos na Constituição Federal de 1988 e na LDB 9394/96, bem como demonstrar como a visão empresarial representada pela Nova Gestão Pública tem se manifestado como referência para a composição da Matriz Nacional Comum de Competências do Diretor. Os resultados do estudo mostram que a matriz de competências tenta padronizar e uniformizar processos na gestão das escolas. Na realidade, a organização da matriz coaduna com um projeto de educação sintonizado com os interesses de mercado ao transferir o sentido uniforme e padronizado, presente no setor privado, para as escolas públicas.
VALORIZAÇÃO DOS/AS PROFISSIONAIS DA EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL E A GARANTIA DE DIREITOS DAS CRIANÇAS: UMA ANÁLISE DO MUNICÍPIO DE PETRÓPOLIS - RJ EM 2019
Authors: Theodoroski Etiane Fatima
Published: May 2023

O presente artigo objetiva analisar a garantia de direitos das crianças matriculadas na creche, diante de contextos da atuação dos/as profissionais da educação no município de Petrópolis em 2019. Especificamente, verificar a quantidade de auxiliares e docentes nas creches e pré-escolas, no intuito de captar tendência de alocação dos/as profissionais conforme a categoria; verificar a formação de auxiliares e docentes nas creches e pré-escolas; verificar o tipo de vínculo empregatício dos/as docentes nas creches e pré-escolas. Consideraram-se para esta análise os dados sobre os/as profissionais que atuam nas creches públicas municipais, e para efeitos de comparação, os dados relativos aos que trabalham na pré-escola, com o propósito de elencar possíveis desigualdades. Trata-se de uma pesquisa de natureza quantitativa, com o uso dos dados do Censo Escolar. Os resultados evidenciaram que quanto menor a idade da criança, menos direitos são garantidos, o que sugere haver uma desigualdade no atendimento educacional entre creche e pré-escola. A quantidade de auxiliares é significativamente superior ao de docentes na creche, tendo em sua maioria profissionais que não possuem nem o Ensino Médio Normal, e, embora exista um elevado percentual de docentes com vínculo empregatício efetivo, a quantidade de profissionais que atuam com esta função na etapa é ínfima, o que indica não haver a valorização da categoria.
REMUNERAÇÃO DOS/AS GESTORES/AS ESCOLARES DO SISTEMA MUNICIPAL DE ENSINO DE RIO BRANCO – AC: BREVE CARACTERIZAÇÃO
Authors: Verçosa Pelegrino Santos , Pires Pierre André Garcia
Published: May 2023

O artigo discute questões relacionadas a gestão escolar no contexto do Sistema Municipal de Ensino de Rio Branco, capital do estado do Acre, mais especificamente da remuneração dos dirigentes escolares. Os documentos utilizados são essencialmente os que tratam da carreira do magistério público municipal e da regulamentação da remuneração do gestor escolar. Além desses, foram coletados subsídios no Sistema de Informações sobre Orçamentos Públicos em Educação – Siope, que auxiliam a compreensão da dinâmica da composição da remuneração. Assim, a análise indica para algumas questões, entre as quais se destaca a complexidade da remuneração dos gestores escolares, pois na sua composição incidem vários aspectos, exigindo a articulação de diversas legislações para definir e compreender os valores. Além disso, também foi possível notar que existem disputas por melhorias nos valores, pois identificamos mudanças na legislação que alteraram alguns aspectos, como no caso do teto da remuneração, que não existe mais. Nesse sentido, é preciso destacar a intensa variação, pois outros adicionais e gratificações da carreira do magistério também influenciam no valor final. Por último, nota-se que as mudanças relacionadas ao adicional de gestão foram relevantes para composição da remuneração, como também essa é uma discussão que não se esgota.
O QUE REVELA A PRODUÇÃO ACADÊMICA NACIONAL SOBRE A FORMAÇÃO DO DIRETOR ESCOLAR?
Authors: Tamião Cecilia Teresinha Miranda , Machado Cristiane
Published: May 2023

Considerando as transformações sociais, políticas e econômicas e as mudanças no papel e perfil do diretor escolar, este artigo objetiva sistematizar a produção acadêmica sobre formação de diretores escolares e explorar possíveis contribuições de teses de doutorado para o debate da área. O estudo se enquadra na metodologia do Estado da Questão. O levantamento, realizado entre outubro e novembro de 2020, nos repositórios da CAPES e da BDTD, localizou 333 trabalhos acadêmicos entre dissertações e teses. Excluídas as duplicidades e descartados trabalhos acadêmicos que não correspondiam diretamente a temática, com base na leitura dos títulos e resumos, chegou-se a 36 trabalhos, sendo 10 teses de doutorado e 26 dissertações de mestrado. Com base na leitura na íntegra de 9 teses o estudo conclui: há evidências de falta de planejamento de uma política pública para a formação continuada dos diretores escolares; nos relatos, as demandas administrativas consomem os diretores e pouco resta para o pedagógico; a gestão democrática é um difícil processo a ser construído e consolidado por todos que atuam na escola e a concepção gerencialista de gestão da educação escolar é fortemente identificada nas ações formativas investigadas nas teses.
A VALORIZAÇÃO DOCENTE À LUZ DAS DECISÕES DO SUPREMO TRIBUNAL FEDERAL RELATIVO A AÇÃO DIREITA DE INCONSTITUCIONALIDADE N.º 4.167/2011
Authors: Camargo Ruth Da Paz , Nogueira Ione Silva Cunha
Published: May 2023

Resumo: A presente pesquisa tem como objeto a valorização docente, a partir da análise das decisões do Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF), desde a Ação Direta de Inconstitucionalidade (ADI) n.º 4.167/2011.O estudo foi realizado por meio de pesquisa documental com enfoque qualitativo. Utilizou-se como fontes documentais, a Constituição da República Federativa do Brasil de 1988, a Lei nº 11.738/2008 (Lei do PSPN), Lei nº 13.005/2014 (PNE), bem como as decisões do Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF), a partir da ADI n.º 4.167/2011. Acerca da abordagem adotou-se o método qualitativo. Justifica-se pela precarização da educação e da profissão docente, enquanto princípios fundamentais para um ensino de qualidade, pois a valorização docente esta atrelada a uma educação emancipadora e de qualidade. Cabe reiterar que a concepção de valorização docente atende aos quesitos da remuração, carreira e formação, mas esse estudo adotou a remuneração. Posto isso, esse estudo constatou que, hodiernamente, o poder judiciário somente tem assegurado o controle do pagamento do piso salarial, acarretando o enfraquecimento desta política e dos demais quesitos que compõe o significado da valorização docente.Palavras-chave: Políticas Públicas. Valorização Docente. Judicialização da Educação. Supremo Tribunal Federal.
PROGRAMA NACIONAL DE ALIMENTAÇÃO ESCOLAR: ASPECTOS HISTÓRICOS, BASE LEGAL E FINANCIAMENTO
Authors: Frade Nogueira Danila Torres de Araújo
Published: May 2023

Neste texto tecemos reflexões acerca do Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolar, relevante objeto de estudo se considerarmos seu tempo de execução e espectro de cobertura, pois envolve além da educação, setores da saúde e interesses sociais. Trata-se de um escrito teórico, delineado por meio de uma pesquisa documental. Primeiramente, apresentamos um panorama mundial de programas de alimentação escolar. Depois, fazemos a apresentação do programa nacional com seus objetivos, diretrizes, normativas e operacionalização. Por fim, destinamos espaço à apresentação de aspectos do financiamento, partindo da evolução histórica do financiamento da Educação no Brasil e das contradições que essa relação apresenta.
AS OUVIDORIAS ESTUDANTIS COMO NOVO INSTRUMENTO DA GESTÃO DEMOCRÁTICA ESCOLAR
Authors: Morato Miranda Silvana Stadniki , Cruz Fernanda Natasha Bravo
Published: May 2023

A gestão democrática na escola é princípio estabelecido pela Constituição Federal e reforçado pela Lei de Diretrizes e Bases da Educação (Lei nº 9.394, de 1996). A viabilização da participação da comunidade escolar é facilitada por meio do estabelecimento de instrumentos de ação pública, cujos mais conhecidos são: o projeto político-pedagógico, do qual a comunidade escolar participa de sua elaboração e avaliação; e os conselhos escolares, as associações de pais e mestres e os grêmios estudantis, instituições participativas em que seus membros participam e deliberam em seu âmbito de atuação. Contudo, as denominadas ouvidorias estudantis, em processos de instituição em alguns estados e municípios brasileiros, podem servir como instrumento fortalecedor da gestão democrática na escola. Este artigo reflete sobre aspectos atuais da gestão democrática escolar e demonstra a experiência de implementação do programa de uma ouvidoria estudantil no município de Santos/SP, apontando novas possibilidades práticas que podem ser desenvolvidas por gestores e professores, com vistas ao fomento à gestão participativa, à luz da teoria democrática contemporânea.