bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Virtual reality platform applied to Ergonomics teaching
Authors: Freire Javier , Meyer Felipe , Maureira Fabiola , Espinoza Jorge , Brito Kiralina , Estrada Carla
Published: October 2023

This study examines user perceptions and experiences with a digital platform designed to provide insights into ergonomic aspects within work environments. A perception survey was conducted among 43 participants, encompassing diverse demographics. The findings indicate that most participants were from Chile (97.7%), with 54% falling within the 18 to 24 age group and 30% between 25 to 34. Educational backgrounds were diverse, with 79% pursuing undergraduate studies and 19% engaged in postgraduate programs. Engineering accounted for 82% of respondents' fields of study. The survey highlighted that 88% had previous exposure to virtual platforms, while 46.5% lacked formal ergonomics training. User-friendliness was reported by 74%, with 93% encountering no technical issues. Notable challenges included camera movement slowness and limited interaction. Perceptions of ergonomic aspects revealed that 75% found visual information clear, and 79% rated audio clarity positively. Moreover, 86% identified risky postures, 72% observed repetitive tasks, and 67% recognized improper manual load handling. Regarding impact, 79% felt that the platform enhanced their understanding of ergonomic issues. Positive aspects encompassed ease of use and clear information, while areas for improvement included navigation accuracy, camera sensitivity adjustments, audio quality enhancement, and improved graphical representations. Despite limitations such as potential self-reporting bias and limited sample size, this study provides valuable insights into user experiences and perceptions, contributing to discussions on digital platform usability, ergonomics, and overall impact.
Future Image making in the era of Metaverse: Focus on Non-Fungible Tokens and the Future of Art
Authors: Jun Han Young
Published: October 2023

The meaning of visual imagery encapsulates the essence of the era's aspirations. This meaning can vary across different cultures, and metaphorical expressions can also differ significantly. Throughout history, the evolution of images has experienced diverse transformations. In the present day, these images continue to undergo digitization, evolving their meanings through various markets and novel formats. As an illustration, the convergence of art, photography, and the implementation of smart contracts in the form of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) has gained momentum alongside virtual currencies like Bitcoin, serving as a digital means of value exchange.Personal experiences contribute to elevating the value of images, and the subjective nature of value assessment criteria has spurred considerable discourse on valuation methods and problem-solving approaches. In a reality lacking precise standards, both significant and minor societal side effects arise. Moreover, challenges to sustainability and environmental threats have also emerged. In the realm of design, endeavors such as design thinking, speculative design envisioning future scenarios, and design futuring have been employed as alternative approaches to address these issues. These novel design attempts have garnered attention as methods for embracing uncertainties about the future and the consequent problem-solving efforts.Against this backdrop, this study aims to pose the question of how metaphoric images, particularly NFTs, will evolve in the future. As a means of seeking answers, the research intends to explore the value inherent in images by investigating prior studies on their meanings across the past, present, and future. Additionally, the metaphorical expressions embedded in these images will be examined for the implied significations they carry. Furthermore, the trajectory of these images from their origins to their current state will be traced, delving into the frequency of use across cultural and societal strata, as well as the utilization of digital imagery following its establishment in the digital realm.This research will not merely focus on the transformation of artists' and designers' creations into NFTs but will also scrutinize how digital images in the new era acquire value and meaning. Ultimately, it aims to comprehensively explore the implications of future metaphoric images, particularly in the context of NFTs and their connection to human culture. Additionally, the study will examine instances where societal institutions impact NFTs' digital images and reciprocally, where these images influence societal norms. This exploration will encompass the analysis of different nations, epochs, and the digital convergence era. In summation, the synthesized findings will categorize the meanings associated with these images and investigate how they can genuinely add value via historical research, or case studies.
A tehetséggondozás kritikus pontjai a pedagógusok szemszögéből
Authors: Ackermanné Kelő Kamilla
Published: October 2023

A Károli Gáspár Református Egyetem Pedagógusképző Karán több éve sikeresen zajlanak Tehetséggondozás, tehetségfejlesztés Pedagógus szakvizsga szakirányú továbbképzési szakon képzéseink. Az oktatás folyamán igyekszünk mindazokra a pedagógiai tapasztalatokra, előzetes ismeretekre építeni, melyekkel hallgatóink érkeznek. A 2019/20-as tanév első félévében, az akkori képzés kezdetén kérdéssort állítottunk össze annak érdekében, hogy hallgatóink tehetséggondozással kapcsolatos prekoncepcióit felmérjük. A csoport tagjai a szakma több szegmenséből érkeztek, óvodapedagógusok, tanítók, felső tagozatos tanárok (anyanyelv, idegennyelv, matematika, történelem), valamint fejlesztőpedagógusok voltak. A válaszok közül azokat mutatjuk be jelen írásban, melyek a szakma elé is tükröt tartva, társadalmi, ugyanakkor szakmapolitikai kérdésként is tekintenek a tehetséggondozás kritikus pontjaira.
Teaching Exploration and Reformation of University General Education Curriculum Appreciation of Russian Film -Taking Shihezi University as an Example
Authors:   Shihezi University, E Reaihan , Dong Tianlei ,   Shihezi University, Li Shuang ,   Shihezi University, Mao Yunyun ,   Shihezi University
Published: October 2023

The course "Appreciation of Russian Film " is one of the general education curriculums of Shihezi University. Taking Shihezi University as an example, this paper introduces the background of this course, its teaching content, and its essential role in general education. Via analyzing and summarizing questionnaire survey results, the interest orientation of students' Learning was obtained, and ideas for further improvement and optimization of the course construction and reformation were put forward.
Characteristics of the new Photon counting CT detector
Authors: Mimica Petra , Matijaš Tatjana
Published: October 2023

Radiology is one of the fastest growing branches of medicine, and precisely one of the devices that follows this development the fastest is the computerized tomography device. Scientists are most focused on research into improving the parameters of the X-ray tube and detector as the most important parts of this imaging modality. In addition to the detector with energy integration, which is widely used today as part of everyday clinical practice, the subject of research is also a Photon countng detector. The numerous virtues that stand out in the new type of detector are responsible for the general opinion that in the future this new technology will dominate CT devices in clinical practice, improving the acquisition of numerous diagnostic and interventional procedures. It is believed that this technology ushers radiology into a new era precisely with its improved spatial and contrast resolution, noise reduction and increase of contrast to noise ratio, but also with new possibilities such as simultaneous imaging of multiple contrast agents and multi-energy imaging. Improvements in the visibility of iodine contrast agent provide additional diagnostic possibilities and more accurate differentiation of benign and malignant suspected lesions. The significantly smaller pixel size on this detector offers an almost two-fold increase in spatial resolution, and thus an increase in radiation dose efficiency. The use of a detector with a photon counter is therefore also suitable for pediatric patients, and there is also a wide range of low-dose imaging options for the purpose of preventive cancer screening. Processes such as the material decomposition and spectral imaging are still in the research process, but have great potential to optimize future daily clinical practice. More work and published research results are needed, but surely this technology will one day make the work of radiologic technologists and radiologists easier.
Incidencija planocelularnog karcinoma u pacijenata s karcinomom pluća dijagnosticiranim kompjuteriziranom tomografijom i patohistološki u 2022.godini u KBC-u Rijeka
Authors: Daus Elizabeta , Mršić Ena , Kukuljan Melita
Published: October 2023

Cilj: utvrditi histološke tipove raka pluća među bolesnicima kojima je kompujeriziranom tomografijom toraksa i patohistološki dijagnosticiran rak pluća te odrediti prevalenciju planocelularnog karcinoma. Nadalje, utvrditi spolnu i dobnu zastupljenost te udio pušača i nepušača među ispitanicima s dijagnosticiranim planocelularnim karcinom u odnosu na bolesnike oboljele od adenokarcinoma. Metode: ova retrospektivna studija uključuje sve bolesnike kod kojih je u 2022.g. u KBC-u Rijeka, dijagnosticiran rak pluća. Svi podaci potrebni za provođenje ovog istraživanja (dob i spol bolesnika, patohistološki nalaz, dijagnostička metodu pomoću koje je pribavljen materijal za patohistološku analizu te pušački status), dobiveni su pretraživanjem bolničkih baza podataka (IBIS i ISSA). Rezultati: u ovom istraživanju utvrđeno je sveukupno 147 novodijagnosticiranih primarnih karcinoma pluća. Udio bolesnika muškog spola s primarnim karcinoma pluća iznosio je 65,3%, a ženskog 34,7%. Najzastupljeniji histološki tip raka pluća bio je adenokarcinom, potvrđen kod 40,8% bolesnika, a potom planocelularni karcinom, dijagnosticiran kod 22,4% bolesnika. Pripadnika muškog spola među ispitanicima s adenokarcinomom bilo je 63,3%, a među ispitanicima s planocelularnim karcinomom 75,5%. U grupi oboljelih od adenokarcinomom bilo je 80% aktivnih ili bivših pušača cigareta, a među ispitanicima s dijagnosticiranim planocelularnim karcinomom 94 %. Udio pušača kod muškaraca oboljelih od adenokarcinoma iznosio je 92,2%, a kod planocelularnog 92%. U skupini žena oboljelih od adenokarcinoma bilo je 59,1% pušača, a u skupini oboljelih od planocelularnog karcinoma 100%. Zaključci: planocelularni karcinom je drugi po učestalosti u bolesnika kod kojih je u 2022.g. u KBC-u Rijeka dijagnosticiran karcinom pluća nemalih stanica, nakon adenokarcinoma, s udjelom od 22,4%. Među bolesnicima oboljelim od planocelularnog karcinoma znatno veći je bio udio pripadnika muškog spola (75,8% naprema 24,2%), kao i udio pušača (94% naprema 80%) nego u onih oboljelih od adenokarcinoma.
Study on the Diffraction-like and Interference-like Mechanisms of Particle Flow
Authors: Zeng Jiqing , Zeng Tianhe
Published: October 2023

This paper demonstrates that the light and dark fringe in Young's double-slit experiment is not actually the diffraction and interference pattern of light wave. We investigate the scattering phenomenon after the particle flow passes through the gaps and find that the scattering type and scattering degrees of freedom of the particle flow depend on the physical parameters of the particles and the gaps. When the particle flow undergoes uniform scattering, a uniform "yes" and "no" interspersed discrete distribution pattern will form on the receiving screen. Based on the diffraction-like and interference-like mechanism of particle flow, this paper explains the electron diffraction and interference experiment, as well as the Young's double-slit interference experiment and the diffraction of light through circular holes and plates. This article provides an in-depth discussion on Einstein's concept of wave particle duality and de Broglie's matter wave hypothesis, as well as an analysis of Feynman's experimental idea of electron double slit interference. Our research shows that the matter wave hypothesis is not valid, which has shaken the foundation of modern quantum mechanics and has significant scientific significance. In addition, this study has important application value for the development of technology for detecting and analyzing particles or gaps.
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI): Chat GPT for Effective English Language Learning among Thai Students
Authors: Songsiengchai Saifon , Sereerat Bang-on , Watananimitgul Wirot
Published: October 2023

The study aimed to 1) explore the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) models like Chat GPT to facilitate English language learning among Thai students and 2) compare the English language learning effectiveness among Thai students after implementing artificial intelligence (AI) like Chat GPT to facilitate English language learning.

The participants involved Thai students aged 19-20 from first-year pre-service teachers in Bangkok. 120 students participated, 60 in the control and 60 in the experimental group. The selection of participants was done through stratified random sampling to ensure a diverse representation of pre-service teachers with varying levels of English proficiency. They utilized a mixed-methods approach that combined qualitative and quantitative data: Standardized English tests, Chat GPT, focus group interviews, and field notes. The research findings strongly advocated integrating AI tools like Chat GPT in educational settings to facilitate more effective language learning. The study demonstrates that students who interacted with AI significantly improved their language skills. A paired t-test revealed that this difference was statistically significant (p < 0.05). Feedback from the focus group interviews indicated that students in the experimental group, after implementing artificial intelligence (AI) like Chat GPT, found the AI-based learning experience more engaging and personalized. They reported that the real-time feedback and interactive exercises offered by Chat GPT helped them understand and apply language concepts more effectively. Lastly, the attitude changes because the students had high motivation, strong self-confidence, and a positive attitude shift.
Subjunctive ‘Were’ vs. Indicative ‘Was’ Wish-Clauses: Why the Use of ‘Was’ Should Not Be Considered “Incorrect”
Authors: Faulkner Tris
Published: October 2023

While it is recognized that there has been a gradual shift from the subjunctive were to the indicative was in hypothetical, if-contexts (e.g., formulaic If I/he/she were x… statements) (e.g., Leech et al., 2009; Skevis, 2014), it is important to point out that the same kind of variation occurs in clauses of wishing (e.g., I/he/she wish(es) (that) I/he/she were the Queen/King of the world; I/he/she wish(es) (that) I/he/she was more affectionate). Similar to the former, variability between subjunctive and indicative in wish-clauses does not always constitute free variation. In other words, there are certain environments in which one mood may be preferable to the other.

The present paper, thus, has as its objective to distinguish between the contexts in which each of the two forms tends to be used. Our discussion leads us to the conclusion that, wish-clauses with the subjunctive were (i.e., as related to desires pertaining to the pronouns ‘I’, ‘she’, and ‘he’) tend to be associated with desires that are unrealistic or quixotic, unattainable or impossible, and/or unnatural or extraordinary, whereas those with the indicative was, are generally tied to aspirations that are realistic or reasonable, attainable or possible, and/or natural or unexceptional.
Educathon 23 – Girls in Science: An Educational Experience for Teaching Technology with a Gender Perspective
Authors: GARCIA-RUIZ Cristina , LUQUE-HENARES Elisabet , MARTIN-GAMEZ Carolina
Published: October 2023

Hackathons are events and work sessions derived from the technological field in which the participants work collaboratively around different challenges and, in a short period of time, seek innovative solutions, presenting them formally at the end of the session. Given the potential of this type of activity related to promoting the development of skills such as problem-solving, teamworking and creativity, among others, and with previous experience and success of its application in science educational contexts, we decided to apply it in the event of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Considering the significant concerns in the access of girls to science and technology professional areas, mainly due to gender stereotypes and biased as well as the lack of referents, we held the Educathon 23 - Girls in Science (www.educathonencic.com), aiming to promote equity access to science and technological education. Hence, working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, the 15 participants (students mainly from educational degrees) designed an educational resource aligned with the game-based learning methodology and addressed technology content, making the role of female researchers at the University of Málaga who work on related topics visible. To do so, they worked in groups of three during two sessions (five hours each) on the assigned tech topic and selected the stage (Early with a final five-minute presentation of each group. To analyse the experience, at the end of it, the participants responded to a questionnaire in which they generally expressed their satisfaction with the experience, how it had made them aware of the importance of making visible female references in their future teaching practice, and how it had provided them with examples of how to accomplish it.
Examination of Organizational Alienation with Bibliometric Analysis Method in National Literature
Authors: YILMAZ Rabia
Published: October 2023

Today's employees desire to be appreciated and accepted by their superiors. This plays a fundamental role in the positive perception of the organization by employees. In this context, the alienation concept is becoming more crucial day by day. Accordingly, this study aims to examine the bibliometric features of the articles reviewed in Dergipark's infrastructure system in Turkey on organizational alienation. In this study, 26 articles published in Dergipark between 2014 and 2023 were analyzed through the bibliometric analysis method. In this context, the SPSS 25 package program was used while analyzing the data, and frequencies and percentages were examined. According to the results of the study, it was found that the number of studies on organizational alienation increased in 2021. It was determined that the subject area of the journals in which the articles are published is in the business field, which is included in the discipline of social sciences. It was concluded that the publication language of the studies is generally Turkish. It was determined that the said studies were generally performed in the production and service sectors. Quantitative research methods were used in all articles. In general, employees and teachers were sampled in the articles. The number of samples in articles was between 101 and 200. Furthermore, the most commonly studied concept related to organizational alienation has been organizational elements such as organizational culture. The most used keyword within the scope of the keywords in the articles was determined to be alienation. It was also found that the number of citations in the articles was between 1 and 10, and the most cited article was between 1 and 80.
SSI: Teachers Make STEM Concepts Relevant to Their Students
Authors: MACALALAG Augusto Z , MINKEN Zachary , VARMA Charu
Published: October 2023

Socioscientific issues (SSI) are ill-defined problems that teachers could use to make STEM concepts meaningful and interesting for their students. However, it is challenging for most teachers to plan and implement SSI in their classrooms because they lack the knowledge and teaching repertoire. We conducted a qualitative case study of five teachers to answer our research question: How did teachers’ pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) of SSI develop by the end of the professional development program? Our analysis of interviews, video reflection, and lesson plans pointed to teachers’ PCK of understanding of students and instructional strategies as they engage their students in identifying the issue, considering issue system dynamics, and comparing multiple perspectives (social aspects of SSI). Our findings supported the teachers’ PCK model that Lee (2022) proposed particularly the knowledge of students’ SSI learning and teachers’ choices of teaching and learning strategies for a particular group of students. Specifically, the teachers in our case study were able to use SSI contexts such as GMO foods and effects of fast fashion (chemicals on manufacturing and discarding clothes) on water quality on students’ motivation to learn about the scientific and ethical debates on GMOs and water resources. Moreover, a teacher was able to ask students to consider issue system dynamics such as habits, culture, lifestyle, costs, and income when examining different food choices. They were also able to engage students in developing, testing and analyzing scientific phenomena such as the effect of chemical dyes in clothing on water and genetically modified foods. They were able to incorporate elucidating one’s position on SSI and employing reflective scientific skepticism in their lesson ideas. Finally, teachers in our study used videos, guided questions, town hall meeting presentations, investigations, and other active learning strategies with their students.
Analysis of the Data on School Principals in the TALIS 2018 Country Note Reports in the Context of the PISA 2018 Results
Authors: BEYTEKIN Osman Ferda , YUCE Bahar
Published: October 2023

A vast amount of research has been conducted to investigate the effects and roles of educational leaders on school outcomes using data from international studies. To get a better understanding of the relationship between educational leaders and school outcomes, evaluating international studies together may offer more comprehensive suggestions for educational policies. The purpose of this paper was to examine the data on school principals in the TALIS 2018 country note reports in the context of the PISA 2018 results in order to have a broad perspective on the characteristics of school principals as educational leaders. A document analysis was performed on data derived from the TALIS 2018 country note reports of eight OECD countries and Türkiye, and the collected data was subjected to descriptive analysis. At the end of the data analysis, it was revealed that countries that had high success in the PISA results generally had positive values in the TALIS results. It was shown that school principals in the countries ranked high in the PISA have generally more work experience as principals and are more satisfied with their salaries. In addition, their participation in training programs or courses on school management and professional development activities is high. The present study also confirmed previous research, indicating that individuals who have high job satisfaction show high success, thereby ranking high in the PISA results in the context of this study. Our findings indicated that school principals should be encouraged to participate in training to support their professional development.
Analisis Penerapan Disiplin Kerja Pada Pengadilan Negeri Bogor
Authors: Silvia Harviana  , Christian Wiradendi Wolor  , Marsofiyati Marsofiyati
Published: October 2023

This study aims to determine how the implementation of work discipline at the Bogor District Court, how the attendance system to support employee discipline and how the Bogor District Court strategy in maintaining work discipline. This research method is a qualitative descriptive approach. This research was conducted at the Bogor City District Court. Data collection techniques are obtained from primary data derived from observation, interviews and documentation while secondary data through literature sources. The data that has been collected is analyzed with the stages of data collection, data reduction, data presentation and, conclusions. The results showed that 1. SIKEP / IKA digital attendance which is carried out online as a form of implementing work discipline makes Bogor District Court employees more diligent to come to the office on time and return from the office after office hours. 2. SIKEP / IKA is a real time attendance system where Bogor District Court employees must download the SIKEP / IKA application on each employee's cellphone and must be filled in the office area because the attendance system can only receive absences when the employee's location is in the Bogor District Court area. 3. SIKEP / IKA is a strategy of the Bogor District Court in maintaining the work discipline of Bogor District Court employees. If there are employees who forget to fill in the SIKEP / IKA or are late filling in the SIKEP / IKA application. The risk of such actions is the deduction of remuneration and the obligation to make an official report. The recommendation that we provide from this research is that the Bogor District Court must provide an adequate internet connection to prevent server interruptions on employees' cellphones so that there are duplicate connections from the Bogor District Court office wifi.
The Analysis of Figurative Language on The Novel Tarian Bumi by Oka Rusmini: A Hermeneutic Approach
Authors: Jefriyanto Saud  , Weldemina Yudit Tiwery  , Bredyna Agnesiana
Published: October 2023

The Novel of Tarian Bumi is one of the novels that tells about a woman who is of a different caste than men, both related to social status, culture, injustice and violence. In this novel, Oka Rusmini uses figurative language in telling the phenomenon of caste differences between men and women.The purpose of this research is to describe the using of the kinds of figurative in the novel of Tarian Bumi by Oka Rusmini. The research method is reading hermeneutic, that is the reading which can find out the meaning of the text readed. The result of this research showed that Oka Rusmini used two figurative language categories, namely namely figure speech and elements of rhetoric. The figure of speech used by Oka Rusmini in the novel Tarian Bumi is a figure of speech of simile, metaphor, hyperbole, while the rhetorical elements contained in the novel are repetition, anaphora and parallelism. Oka Rusmini many times used figurative language in the novel of Tarian Bumi image is to unable can give the effect to the readers and the readers are curious to know the messages that delivered because figurative language has the big impression on getting the good effect to Novel of Tarian Bumi. Besides, figurative language make people easy to understands about the meaning which are contained in the novel.
The Use of Engghi-Bhunten Speaking Levels by Madurese Students in Al-Azhar Islamic Boarding School: A Sociolinguistic Study
Authors: Heriyanto Nurcahyo  , Sukarno  , Hairus Salikin
Published: October 2023

The speech level of èngghi-bhunten holds significant importance within the broader context of the ML and culture. It refers to a distinct level of speech that reflects cultural values, social norms, and a rich historical layer. This study examines the form, function, factors, and the context of using the ML èngghi-bhunten at the Al-Azhar Islamic Boarding School Situbondo. This research is a type of qualitative research. The method of data collection is in the form of an observation method. The observations carried out included the listening-engagement technique, the free listening-engagement technique, supported by recording and note-taking techniques and supplemented by the interview method. The observation method was employed to observe the use of èngghi-bhunten speech level at Al-Azhar Islamic Boarding School. The researcher recorded social interactions, usage contexts, and the underlying factors behind the use of èngghi-bhunten. Besides, semi-structured interviews were conducted with Madurese students (santri) who possessed knowledge about the usage of èngghi-bhunten. Through these interviews, the researcher gained a deeper understanding of the perceptions, meanings, and contexts surrounding the use of èngghi-bhunten. The collected data were then written in the form of orthographic writing. The analytical method used in this research is contextual analysis, namely the analysis method applied to the data by basing, calculating, and linking the context which is a means of clarifying an intention in the form of a situation related to an event. The results showed that (1) the èngghi-bhunten only used in the dhelem family (Kiai and Nyai); (2) santri always use ML èngghi-bhunten to Kiai and Nyai as a reflection of the Salaf pesantren and as a form of polite manners.
Performance of two different electronic apex locators during the removal of calcium silicate-based sealers
Authors: Göçer Pelin Andaç , Durmazpınar Parla Meva , Baştürk Fatima Betül
Published: October 2023

Aim: The aim of this in vitro study is to evaluate the accuracy of Root ZX and Propex Pixi during the retreatment of root canals obturated with different calcium silicate-based root canal sealers.
Methodology: Root canals of ninety human premolar teeth were shaped with ProTaper universal rotary files up to size F2 under 5.25% NaOCl irrigation for the present study. Root canal filling was carried out by lateral condensation technique using with gutta-percha and sealers; MTA Fillapex, CeraSeal or AH Plus. After seven days, the obturating materials were removed using D-Race files. While actual working length was recorded by direct observation, electronic working lengths were determined by Propex Pixi or Root ZX for tolerance limits of 0.5 mm and 1.0 mm. Data were analyzed using Shapiro Wilk, Mann-Whitney U, and Kruskal-Wallis tests (p < 0.05).
Results: The performance of Propex Pixi and Root ZX was found to be statistically similar and did not differ on the root canals filled with different root canal sealers (p < 0.05). Propex Pixi and Root ZX demonstrated more accurate measurements in the range of ±1 mm compared to ±0.5 mm in all groups, regardless of the type of root canal sealer used when filling the root canals before retreatment (p < 0.05).
Conclusion: Root ZX and Propex Pixi can be used confidently in the retreatment of the root canals in which CeraSeal, MTA Fillapex, and AH Plus are used as sealers.
 
How to cite this article:
Göçer PA, Durmazpınar PM, Baştürk FB. Performance of two different electronic apex locators during the removal of calcium silicate-based sealers. Int Dent Res 2023;13(S1):20-25. https://doi.org/10.5577/idr.2023.vol13.s1.3
 
Linguistic Revision: The English in this manuscript has been checked by at least two professional editors, both native speakers of English.
Desnutrición y su influencia en la morbilidad de infantes menores de cinco años, parroquia Crucita, Manabí.
Authors: Román-Zambrano Víctor Vinicio , González-Hernández Alina
Published: October 2023

La desnutrición es un problema de salud pública en todo el mundo y afecta gravemente a toda la población, especialmente a los niños menores de cinco años, generando consecuencias adversas. El objetivo de este trabajo fue evaluar la influencia de la desnutrición en la morbilidad de infantes menores de cinco años en la parroquia Crucita, Manabí. La metodología se fundamentó en un estudio descriptivo de corte transversal, no experimental. La muestra estuvo conformada por 109 infantes de 0 a 5 años con diagnóstico de desnutrición aguda. Se revisaron las historias clínicas del Ministerio de Salud Pública de los centros de salud de Crucita y Los Arenales. Se utilizó la prueba Z de proporciones para determinar la existencia o no de diferencias significativas entre los sexos con respecto a las variables de desnutrición y comorbilidades realizando además un análisis de correlación bivariado para comprobar las posibles correlaciones entre las variables estudiadas. Se identificaron siete comorbilidades entre las que predominaron la diarrea de presunto origen infeccioso y la parasitosis intestinal y en menores proporciones la anemia, le siguieron en orden de frecuencia la infección urinaria, la amigdalitis aguda, la rinofaringitis aguda y la dermatitis atópica. Se encontraron correlaciones importantes entre la desnutrición y varias morbilidades, así como entre algunas de las morbilidades entre sí.  Se concluye que la solución de los problemas de desnutrición requerirá un enfoque integral y coordinado que involucre a la comunidad, las autoridades locales y las organizaciones de salud para garantizar un impacto positivo en la salud de los niños en esta región específica.
Medicina convencional vs. medicina tradicional: Considerações dos profissionais da rede pública de saúde da Região do Submédio São Francisco
Authors: Nink Mariana Sahade , Silva Nilda da , Nunes Érika dos Santos , Nink Ricardo Augusto
Published: October 2023

Crenças populares e recursos não convencionais, utilizados na solução de problemas de saúde, configuram - se para a população em geral como fatores extremamente ligados a aspectos socioculturais, por isso devem ser considerados como relevantes quando se avalia o indivíduo como um ser integral, pertencente a um processo histórico. Diante destes aspectos, objetivou-se neste estudo compreender a relação dos profissionais de saúde com as práticas atreladas ao conhecimento tradicional dos usuários dos serviços públicos de saúde, com especial atenção àqueles oriundos de uma comunidade quilombola situada no Estado de Alagoas, Nordeste do Brasil. Tratou-se de um estudo descritivo-exploratório, com abordagem qualitativa. A coleta das informações foi realizada por meio de entrevistas guiadas por roteiro semiestruturado. Os dados foram analisados segundo a técnica de Análise de Conteúdo, tipo Modalidade Temática através de categorias. Entre os resultados destacam-se os profissionais que concordam com o uso de tratamentos decorrentes de conhecimento tradicional como forma de prevenir ou tratar alguma doença, porém em conjunto com o tratamento da medicina convencional. É de extrema importância que os profissionais que trabalham com saúde se conscientizem que as práticas existentes para tratar ou prevenir as doenças é parte da cultura e que os saberes da população têm forte influência na escolha dos métodos utilizados por cada indivíduo.
The relevance of the development of work in high schools about mental health care, training students and educators to identify and deal with emotions
Authors: Oliveira Julyanna Arruda de , Dodo Walisson , Almeida Amanda Hannah Cunha , Lima Cristina , Diniz Caroline , Cruz Maria Aurineide Vasconcelos da , Silva Márcia Milena Ribeiro da , Silva Maria Lavinia do Nascimento , Aguiar Marina Cavalcante , Sousa Rafaele Silva de , Neiva Denise Alves de
Published: October 2023

The objective of this text is to present the results of a field research that is part of the discipline of Interdisciplinary Practical Activities of Extension I, as a requirement to obtain approval at the end of the 2023.2 semester. The research focused on mental health in high school students, focusing on emotions. In the methodology, we conducted a field research, focusing on a qualitative analysis of the data in which we observed the daily life of students from a high school through a field diary and semi-structured interviews. To support our study theoretically and methodologically, we used the contributions of (DORSA, 2020), (SILVA; ALBUQUERQUE, 2021), TEIXEIRA; PACÍFICO; BARROS, 2023), (GUAZI, 2021), (FREITAS; SANTOS; PRADO, 2020), (PESSOA; CRUSOÉ, 2022), (BRITO ET AL, 2021), (PAPALIA; FELDMAN; MARTORELL, 2012), (BOCK, 2008), as well as normative documents of Brazilian education. The study revealed that most students: 1) face difficulties in understanding their emotions; and 2) they face difficulties in administering them in a balanced and healthy manner. In addition, the research allowed us to conclude that there is still a need to strengthen ties between family and school, there is a lack of training and qualification for teachers on the subject and that schools need a more frequent presence of psychologists in the day-to-day routine of institutions.
Clinical and epidemiological profile of patients affected by chikungunya admitted to a referral hospital for infectious diseases
Authors: Braga Mayra Madeira , Anfrisio Millena Oliveira , Peres Dalila Augusto
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Chikungunya (CHIK) is an infectious disease caused by the CHIK virus, an alphavirus belonging to the Togaviridae family, transmitted through the infected bite of the Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. Objective: To describe the clinical and epidemiological profile of patients affected by chikungunya admitted to a referral hospital for infectious diseases. Methods: Cross-sectional and descriptive research with a quantitative approach. The population consisted of neonates, children and adults with a laboratory-confirmed diagnosis of chikungunya and who were admitted to a referral hospital from 2015 to 2018. Data were collected from medical records and the SINAN and LACEN Information Systems. The analysis was performed through the frequency distribution. Results: The profile of the 52 patients showed that 30 (57%) lived in Fortaleza, 29 (55.8%) were female, the predominant age group was between 0 and 10 years old, with 27 (51%) , 24 (46.2%) were brown. 27 (51.9%) did not start their school activities because of their age. As for signs and symptoms, the most prevalent was fever 51 (98%). As for comorbidities, 41 (78.85%) had no comorbidities. As for the admission criterion, 18 (36.4%) were neurological involvement. Regarding the outcome, 49 (94%) were discharged from hospital. Conclusion: Of those hospitalized, there was a higher prevalence in female children in the preschool phase, of mixed color and living in urban areas. Regarding the admission criteria, a large number of patients with neurological impairment were evidenced and who progressed to discharge.
Action of cultural food practices in Pará AIMED at the nutrition of heart disease patients in northern Brazil: An experience report
Authors: Guterres Aldair da Silva , Coutinho Dalva Bastos e Silva , Torres Rosileide de Souza , Valentim Camila Queiroz , Reis Adryele Aynara Brabo dos , Saraty Jeane Kelly Tavares , Marques Shirley Pascoal dos Reis , Aguiar Marília Magalhães , Santos Lorena Costa dos , Monteiro Tília de Sousa , Barreira Vanessa dos Santos , Ferreira Andressa Gonçalves
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Nutrition education is a health education activity that greatly facilitates the dissemination of knowledge to hospitalized patients, since they generally have no interest in or direct access to information about healthy eating habits. Objective: To educate patients and carers about the nutritional value of açaí in order to minimize myths and doubts about its consumption. Methods: This was a descriptive study reporting on the experience of an educational activity carried out by nutrition interns/researchers and nutritionists at the State Public Foundation Hospital de Clínicas Gaspar Vianna (FPHCGV) in the city of Belém do Pará/Brazil, in March 2023. Results: Each participant was served 200 ml of açaí and 15 g of tapioca flour. After the tasting, an observational survey was carried out, where it was possible to verify that the action represented a satisfactory initiative with excellent acceptability. Conclusion: The action showed positive feedback on the acceptability of the food by the patients and a good understanding of the educational content provided.
Youtube tutorial videos on developing math competencies in high school students: A theoretical review
Authors: Farfán-Pimentel Johnny Félix , Sanabria-Rojas Liz Gabriela , Terrones-Lavado Emilia , Ricaldi-Ricaldi Manuel Gilberto , Fuertes-Meza Luis Carmelo , Tineo-Condeña Marlon Yvan , Delgado-Vilca José Martín
Published: October 2023

Education is one of the substantial factors for the development of a country, this will be achieved if the educational actors promote educational actions in order to raise the level of development of mathematical competences and consequently the improvement of the teaching-learning processes in the educational institutions; For this reason, from an innovative perspective, it is necessary to implement technological resources in the pedagogical work in order to strengthen the preparation of students; in this sense, technological tools such as YouTube video tutorials oriented to pedagogical practice require a reflective and coherent analysis that make it possible to enhance the mathematical competences of secondary education students. The research is a theoretical review of scientific literature, using the method of analysis and synthesis, exhaustive search of materials such as thesis reports, scientific articles, specialized literature, databases and information platforms related to the subject of study. The design was non-experimental, the documentary analysis technique was applied, resorting to information bases. The general objective was to analyze the strategy of YouTube video tutorials in the development of mathematical competences in high school students.
Being a woman - A possible metaphor? In: Semiotic analysis of the representative function of discursive reality
Authors: Souza Mônica Maria Martins de
Published: October 2023

The (re)representative function of discursive reality analyzes the path of construction of the girl-woman's destiny as a possible metaphor. Step by step, it reveals how a mother seeks psychological help for her daughter and through it reveals herself. It deals with the restlessness arising from a real difficulty of a mother who is distressed by her daughter who repeats the second year of primary school, but this is just the driving/pain fact that launches her on a journey to the past and to her imagination, A understanding of the human ties specifically of the girl and her representations thought up by the mother in the search for self-understanding through the biases of what is said and what is not said. It deals with an inverted demand in which the mother speaks through the daughter. She reflects on fragments of her origin and her story that appears little by little and incomplete. A reality composed of beliefs, fantasies, anguish, dreams and hopes of happiness that so torment a mother who begs to understand herself as a person and subject of her existence based on what she imagines to be her son's castration.
Nursing diagnoses in the climacteric and menopause period
Authors: Ohara Elisabete Calabuig Chapina , Santos Leticia de Araujo Farias dos , Santos Luzinete Nunes dos
Published: October 2023

INTRODUCTION: The transition from the reproductive phase to the non-reproductive phase is considered a period with several changes. These changes can be metabolic and hormonal that have great reflections on the physiological and psychosocial aspect of this woman's life, that is, she goes through physical and psychological changes. The symptoms in these phases are connected to biological, psychological and social factors, they present themselves in a unique way, varying according to the personal experiences of each woman. It is important in this non-reproductive phase of the woman that she can receive adequate care according to her needs. OBJECTIVE: To list the main nursing diagnoses, as well as nursing interventions in women's health during climacteric and menopause. METHODOLOGY: This was an integrative literature review; the following databases were used to obtain data collection and selection of articles: Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature (LILACS), BDENF nursing (Brazil), Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO) and Ministry of Health. The descriptors were Climacteric, Nursing, Care, Quality of life. The included articles published in full; in Portuguese, English and Spanish; published in the last 05 years and the articles excluded dissertations, theses and that did not answer the guiding question of the research. RESULTS: Applying the established criteria, nineteen (19) scientific articles were obtained for the integrative review. In the nursing consultation, it is possible to list the nursing diagnoses, which will increase the safety of women and improve the quality of care. Among the nursing diagnoses, we listed: Altered sexuality patterns; Knowledge deficit; Body image disorder; Sleep pattern disorder: Low self-esteem; Anxiety; Impaired skin integrity; Altered Comfort Risk for control; ineffective therapeutic regimen; Altered health maintenance and altered nutrition: risk greater than bodily needs. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: The identification of nursing diagnoses contributes to the planning and execution of a nursing care plan directed to each woman, which is essential to obtain better quality of care. Some unhealthy symptoms reported by women in the non-reproductive phase can be relieved by nursing interventions that encourage changes in habits, such as quitting smoking, quitting alcohol, blood pressure control, weight control, healthy eating, restful sleep, leisure, and better self-esteem.
The life of the traditional population of the Xikrin ethnic group in the face of the S11D project and the understanding of the inter-american court of human rights
Authors: Bentes Natália Mascarenhas Simões , Arruda Paula Regina Benassuly , Pereira Alsidéa Lice de Carvalho Jennings , Souza Arthur de Oliveira
Published: October 2023

Brazil is a multiethnic and pluricultural country, from the beginning of its development to its sovereign state, having as its premise, to defend and value its heritage and its ethnic and regional diversity; caring for and promoting human rights in the various collectivities. In addition, as a legal support mechanism, international provisions such as the Inter-American Convention on Human Rights, which contemplates indigenous peoples and deals with the consolidation of the right to prior consultation in order to reduce the disparities in power relations present in the neoliberal state. The advent of this convention laid the foundation for the protection of the human rights of indigenous peoples. The main objective of this research is the legal discussion of the case of the Xikrin indigenous people in relation to the S11D project of the mining company Vale, in the State of Pará which, according to the lawsuits, has promoted social and environmental impacts to their villages, thus urging the need to promote specific studies; such as the Prior Consultation to ascertain the due violations of the legal mechanisms related to the stages of environmental licensing, as well as the discussion for the creation and implementation of a joint monitoring and follow-up committee between the Xikrin and the managers of the S11D enterprise, for the inspection and elaboration of public policies that respect the human rights of the Xikrin people.