bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Anxiety Levels and Coping Mechanisms in People with Diabetes Mellitus During the Covid 19 Pandemic
Authors: Noor Diani  , Hasbi Pri Choiruna  , Oca Aprilyani  , Akbar Muhammad Ilham  , M. Fakhruddin Noor
Published: October 2021

Background: The psychological condition of diabetic patients affects blood glucose. Assessment of anxiety levels and coping mechanismsis important where diabetic patients are prone to psychosocial problems that affect glycemic control. Objectives: To analyze anxiety levels and coping mechanismsin diabetic mellitus patients during the COVID 19 pandemic. Methods: Descriptive methods of analytics with a cross sectional approach. Sampling with non probability sampling through purposive sampling in 66 diabetic patients at Idaman Banjarbaru Hospital. Results:The result of the analysis with p-value = 0.538 > 0.05, concluded Ho accepted. So there is no relationship between anxiety and coping mechanisms in diabetic mellitus patients during the COVID 19 pandemic. Discussion: Coping is considered a factor of a person’s equilibrium in the adjustment of anxiety conditions. Coping manages the problems faced, with adaptive coping then a person succeeds in solving the problem that makes the level of anxiety decrease.
Changes in Knowledge and Attitude before and after a Health Education Program among Primary School Teachers Regarding Dental Anxiety in Children
Authors: R. Hemalatha  , S. Nirmala  , Viswaja
Published: October 2021

Introduction : Children are subjected to primary education from a very young age during which they spend quality time with teachers. Hence assessing the knowledge of teachers, with regards to dental anxiety is an essential aspect for health care providers.Purpose : The purpose of the study was to evaluate the knowledge and awareness status before and after a health education program among primary school teachers regarding dental anxiety in children by way of a questionnaire.Methodology : A total of 214 primary school teachers were approached in Chennai for the study purpose. The idea behind the survey was explained in detail, consent obtained and data collection was done. Statistical analysis was performed using’ Z ‘ test as the data was parametric and quantitative in nature.Results : In the knowledge category, the results showed 70.83% improvement after health education and in the attitude category, it showed 90% improvement.Conclusion : Health education tools play a major role in contributing towards increasing the knowledge and attitude and thus can be implemented on a larger scale
Psychosocial Workplace Factors and Health Problems among Indian Migrants in Gulf Cooperation Council Countries
Authors: Rafiuddin Mohammed  , Kalpana Kosalram
Published: October 2021

Background: There are not extensive studies about psychosocial occurrence of work related health problems in the Indian migrants in GCC countries. The present study was intended to determine the work related psychosocial health problems and its consequences among the workers. Methodology: This was cross sectional study and conducted in Warangal district, India. It involves male migrants of low and semi-skilled from six countries of the GCC. The questionnaire adopted from previous literature and consists of elements related to characteristics of demographic, psychosocial workplace factors including health related. The questionnaire was interviewed and was adopted in English. Data was analyzed using SPSS statistics. Results: In total 410 migrants were included and 70.5% of them are married. Greater number of the respondent’s migrants were construction laborers (25.4%). Reported high prevalence of physical strain (58%), lengthy standing (97.8%), lengthy sitting (65.6%), lifting and carrying (65%). Interestingly reported, 70% of them work in the same physical position for a lengthy period of time. Half of the migrant workers required a lot of thinking at their work and reported (75%) their work is too difficult. The study found 81% of migrants having good prospects with their employer. However, 72% reported their private life is suffering due to irregular working hours such as shifts or overtime and 66% do not have fixed working hours. Mechanical vibrations (68%) and raising voice (44%) affect their health. Almost all migrants suffering from dry and damp air including dust and accidents which are the highest factor at the workplace reported. Diseases reported are diabetes, cardiovascular, hypertension and metabolic arthritis suffering among workers. Conclusions: The study emphasizes implementing various strategies or policies related to the workplace intended to improve work environment characteristics including psychosocial work factors to avoid work related health problems.
Qualitative Single Base Extension assay for Identification of Single Nucleotide Polymorphism in Mumps Virus Genome
Authors: Ravindra Ganpat Muley  , Rajeev Mhalsakant Dhere
Published: October 2021

Objective: Objective of the study was to standardize and evaluate suitability of Single Base Extension (SBE) singleplex assay for rapid routine monitoring of genetic homogeneity of virus samples, from productivity improvement experiments in Mumps vaccine. A Single Base Extension assay is a simple, cost effective tool for quick identification of single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) at the three known sites in Mumps vaccine virus genome. The assay can be developed as a singleplex or multiplex version with potential for detection of up to ten SNP bases in a single reaction.Methods: SNaPshot kit from Applied Biosystems (ThermoFisher) was used to identify the nucleotide bases at the three SNP sites in Mumps virus genome. Approximate sizing locations of individual primers were determined using the SNaPshot Primer Focus Kit, also from Applied Biosystems. Genetic analyzer 3500 was used for the capillary electrophoresis of the processed samples. Results obtained from the data collection software were analyzed using GeneMapper software. Findings: Nucleotide G was identified at locations 1073 and 11345 and nucleotide C was identified at location 5261 for all tested mumps vaccine samples, thus demonstrating consistency in genetic homogeneity at the three known SNP hotspots in experimental mumps vaccine virus samples. Conclusion: The singleplex SBE assay was found to be a reliable and relatively inexpensive tool for routine monitoring of genetic homogeneity of vaccine virus samples, with potential for multiplexing that would reduce the cost and assay time even further.
Study on the Effect of Socioeconomic Status of the Family on the Primary Dentition of Neonates in the Ganjam District, Odisha
Authors: Saishree Sahu  , Prasanna Kumar Dixit  , Chinmayee Dora
Published: October 2021

Background: The age at, type and number of the teeth eruption of primary dentition has been linked to a variety of environmental variables. The studies on possible socioeconomic factor as a variable for the primary dentition of neonates is still limited in the literature. The purpose of the study was to determine the primary dentition of neonates in Ganjam district, Odisha, India, in relation to socioeconomic level of their families. Method: From the moment a child was born until he or she became two-year-old, primary dentition information such as time, type, and patterns were documented. Also, before to conception, information on the mother’s socioeconomic factors were gathered and statistical analysis were carried out. Conclusion: The findings support the previous evidence of environmental influences on the time of primary dentition eruption by demonstrating that maternal socioeconomic status has a significant impact on primary dentition. For the research region, the socioeconomic status of the family has the least impact on the number of teeth at first eruption.
Assessment of Nutritional Status of Anganwadi Children in Coastal Karnataka: A CrossSectional Study
Authors: Sanjay Kini  , Muthukumar Rajamohan  , Uttam Kumar  , Sumangala K  , Prathvi K  , VishnuKeerthi BS
Published: October 2021

Backrground: In India half of the under-5 mortality is attributed to undernutrition. As a consequence of malnutrition numerous health issues are seen in under-5 children. EEarly intervention during this period can reduce the morbidity and mortality. This Study aims to estimate the prevalence of Stunting, underweight, wasting and Thinness among anganwadi children in Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka.Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 564 anganwadi children in Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. Data collection was carried out using a pre-tested questionnaire. Anthropometric parameters for the assessment of nutritional status of children were measured using standard guidelines. Results: Boys weighed slightly more than girls in the age groups 3 & 4 years whereas girls’ weight was more for age groups 5-7 years. Except for the age group of 6 years, boys were found to be taller than girls. The prevalence of Stunning, Under-weight, Wasting and Thinness in our study was found to be 25.9%, 22%, 27.8% and 24.1% respectively. The prevalence of all 4 parameters were higher among age group of 5 &6 year old children.Conclusion:Stunning, Under-weight, Wasting and Thinness are theissues which requires our country to ensure implementation of policies which are practical and effective and also the interventions across the life cycle that take into account the variations and the context of each state in our countr
Community Engagement as a Tool for Improving Efficiency of Primary Eye Care Delivery: Case Studies from Two Different Models
Authors: Shalinder Sabherwal  , Ishaana Sood  , Naval Chauhan  , Shantanu Das Gupta
Published: October 2021

Background: Delivery of healthcare services needs to be rooted in frameworks supporting community engagement. Our organization delivers primary eyecare through two different models. These case studies quantitatively analyse the impact of community collaboration on the effectiveness of these models-camps and vision centres.Methods: Camp data from two rural blocks of north India comparing first year of operations in 2016 with that of 2017; April-September 2017 data from two underperforming vision centreswas compared to data from same period in 2018.Natural interventions in camps included visits of local leaders to surgical centre, health talks spreading awareness regarding eyecare plusour organization, and local partners helping counsel patients, while for vision centres,staff was trained to conduct regular health talks and meetings in nearby villages. For camps, before and after data on attendance, proportion of people over 50, proportion of people getting operated among those advised and acquisition cost were analysed,for vision centres referral from these centres wereanalysed.Results: Parameters for both models showed improvement inthe second year. Conclusion: Sustained presence in the community and collaboration with local stakeholders increases effectiveness of service delivery at primary level.
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Towards Covid-19 among Community Pharmacists in Tripoli - Libya
Authors: Soad Nouri Ibrahim Ashour  , Mohammed Faez. Baobaid  , Asma Ali Budalal
Published: October 2021

This research aims in measuring the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice towards COVID-19 on community pharmacists in Tripoli, Libya. A cross-sectional survey was performed utilising an online questionnaire from the 1st to 27th March 2021. Data were gathered from a random sample of 260 community pharmacists (CPs) in Tripoli. Of the 260 participants, most respondents (71.66%, n = 187) had a good knowledge level about COVID-19. Moreover, approximately (88.23% n = 229) of the participants had positive attitudes. Most of the participants (84.35%, n = 219) had good practice levels against COVID-19. Educational level was associated with knowledge attitudes and pharmacist practices (p <0.05). No association was found between employment type with attitudes and pharmacist practices, while the experience was not associated with attitudes. There was a difference in the degrees of knowledge of community pharmacists in marital status, age, experience, level of education in relation to COVID-19. The only difference occurs in the CPs attitude scores for education level. Moreover, employment, level of education, marital status, and experience were all associated with levels of practice. The results indicated the existence of differences in the scores of CPs’ practices with respect to marital status, experience and qualifications. Regarding COVID-19, good knowledge was observed to be a better indicator of positive attitude (OR: 2.0993, p=0.001) and good practice (OR:1. 828, p=0.049) The requirements for applying the KAP of COVID-19 among CPs are acceptable and require more attention.
Living Location nears Dam and Gastrointestinal Helminth Infections in Rural Communities, Thailand: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Thongroo Kophachon  , Oranard Wattanawong  , Phornphitcha Pechdee  , Alisa Boonsuya  , Nathkapach Kaewpitoon Rattanapitoon  , Schawanya Kaewpitoon Rattanapitoon  , Tiwakorn Prachaiboon
Published: October 2021

Background: Gastrointestinal helminth infections (GHIs) are health problems worldwide. People withGHIs can develop gastrointestinal symptoms, general malaise and weakness, malnutrition, and impairedgrowth and physical development.This study was performed to determine the current prevalence ofGHIs in epidemic areas in northeast Thailand.
Virtual Reality in der Montageplanung/Virtual Reality in assembly planning – Determining the target time of manual assembly processes using virtual reality
Authors: Zoller Christoph S. , Harkemper Lars , Rempel Wladimir
Published: October 2021

Der Prozess der Sollzeitermittlung von Montageprozessen sollte möglichst effizient gestaltet werden und eine genaue Abbildung der realen Montagezeit erlauben. Neueste Technologien werden bereits ergänzend zu klassischen Methoden genutzt. Dieser Beitrag zeigt auf, dass Virtual Reality eine Möglichkeit zur Sollzeitermittlung ist. Dazu wurde ein Montageprozess in Virtual Reality nachgebildet und die gemessenen Zeiten denen der MTM-1-Methode gegenübergestellt.

 

The process of determining the target time of assembly processes should be designed as efficiently as possible and enable an exact representation of the real assembly time. Advanced technologies are already being used to complement classic methods. This article shows that virtual reality is one way to determine target times. For this purpose, a manual small equipment assembly process was simulated in virtual reality and the measured times were compared with those of the MTM-1 method.
Inprozess-Dichtheitsprüfung in der Montage/In-process leak testing in assembly
Authors: Müller Rainer , Blum Anne , Klein Steffen , Schneider Tizian , Schütze Andreas , Kühn Karsten
Published: October 2021

In diesem Beitrag wird ein Fügeprozess mittels sensitiver Robotik vorgestellt, bei dem gleichzeitig eine Inprozess-Dichtheitsprüfung durch Methoden des maschinellen Lernens erfolgt. Dabei werden komplexe Wirkzusammenhänge in den Daten extrahiert und Informationen über die Qualität eines zu montierenden Produkts gewonnen. Durch die Kombination eines Füge- und Prüfprozesses wird die Wertschöpfung einzelner Prozesse gesteigert, wodurch eine zeitaufwendige End-of-Line-Prüfung entfallen kann.

 

In this paper, a joining process using sensitive robotics is introduced, in which an in-process leak test is performed at the same time using machine learning methods. Complex interactions in the data are extracted and information about the quality of a product to be assembled is obtained. By combining a joining and testing process, the added value of individual processes is increased, which eliminates the need for time-consuming end-of-line testing.
Ideology and utopia: the national state structure of the USSR (presented on the example of the North Caucasus territories)
Authors: Nevskaya Tatiana , Kondrasheva Alla
Published: October 2021

The model of the national-state and territorial structure of the USSR was implemented in strict accordance with the Marxist-Leninist theory of socioeconomic formations. According to this theory, every society goes through several stages of development: the primitive system, slavery, feudalism, capitalism, and communism. This is a naturally progressive process. Based on the works of Engels, Soviet scientists created a theory of the development of ethnic communities. Each formation had to correspond to a certain type of ethnic group. Guided by the "right of nations to self-determination," each nation was to receive its own statehood.
This model existed before the collapse of the USSR. Since the 1980s it began to crumble, various ethnic groups, or rather their elites, were dissatisfied with their status. The autonomous regions of the North Caucasus began to transform into republics. The republics wanted to get the status of an ally. Administrative transformations did not improve the economy and living standards but on the contrary, led to increased bureaucratic growth. However, National Societies believed that the key was to appoint “their own” (a person with whom they had an established relationship and understanding) boss. Different peoples within the same autonomy often clashed. At the end of the twentieth-century tensions grew in the North Caucasus. It became obvious that the formation of territorial units along ethnic lines did not justify itself, however, this structure is preserved at the present time due to the fear of destabilization of the situation.
Traumatic Insight on Film Memory: Forced Assimilation in the Focus of Post-totalitarian Bulgarian Documentaries
Authors: Màrtonova Andronika
Published: October 2021

Documentaries cover the subject of the extremely tragic processes of forced assimilation of Muslim population in Bulgaria in different ways. During the Communist regime, they feature the negative political visions. Social engineering in the totalitarian state aimed at confessional unity of the nation and this process was especially intense during the 1980s. Documentaries were a part of the government manipulative tools that targeted revival of the communist nationalism and an apprehensive play on the strings of patriotism. Cultural propaganda covered up repression, assaults, forced change of names, forced deportation, internment in prison camps, harassment of intellectuals from the Muslim community, and human rights violation.
After 1989, Bulgarian filmmaking started interpreting this traumatic past in a different way, making a reassessment of history. Documentaries also took an active part in the debate on totalitarianism, using the screen to throw light on the political crimes. Beyond any dispute, one of the most painful subjects is the violence against Muslim communities that escalates to genocide. The subject of assimilation was more intensely covered during the 1990s and in the beginning of the Millennium. During the last decade, it gradually faded away and young authors today even neglect it. Although many good films have been made, we still get the feeling of insufficiency and understatement. The cinematic interpretations reactivate and question the traumatic memory, and further diagnose society. Quality documentary filmmaking always provides a multifaceted image of the past, preserves memories, and manages to aestheticize history in opposition to the trivial media images of the trauma.
This paper analyses the genre and typological patterns specific for post-totalitarian Bulgarian documentaries. The focus of the study falls on leading authors, such as Maria Trayanova, Tatiana Vaksberg, Ivan Rossenov, Adela Peeva, Iglika Trifonova, Antony Donchev, Stanislava Kalcheva, Irina Nedeva and Andrey Getov, Dimitar Kotzev-Shosho. Two imagery trends are mainly identified: 1) documentary investigation with reconstruction of historical chronology and handling extremely valuable archives; 2) domination of the apprehensive portraiture genre, where personal records of events shape the picture of events in the past and track the consequences in the present. So far, Bulgarian film studies lack any full comparative study of the screen interpretation of assimilation processes before and after 1989.
Political Visionary of the Founder of Visegrad Group
Authors: Veleva Ivanova Diana
Published: October 2021

The purpose of this article is to present the creation of the Visegrad Group as a result of the political visionary of the first post-communist leaders of Poland, Hungary and Czechoslovakia - Lech Walesa, Jozef Antal, Arpad Gönz and Vaclav Havel. United by their identical views on the future, they put aside long-standing bilateral contradictions and chose to cooperate with each other in the name of successful integration into Euro-Atlantic structures. Built to speed up pre-accession negotiations, the Visegrad Group proved to be a viable and effective organization that even intensified its activities after the accession of its members to the EU in 2004, and three decades after its establishment it established itself as one of the most stable regional organizations.
The article describes the domestic political conditions in the three countries after the fall of the totalitarian system, as well as the changed international situation. The new foreign policy priorities, which are the basis of the idea of unification, are clarified in detail. The activities of the three statesmen as dissidents and their ideas for the future development of the society, which are the basis of the partnership between the Central European countries, are presented. The factors that influenced the establishment of the Visegrad Group are clarified, as well as the principles on which the cooperation between the member states is built. The primary goals of the organization are revealed on the basis of the founding declaration. It is concluded that thanks to the political visionary of its founders, the Visegrad Group is an example of effective cooperation.
Penyusunan Rancangan Kebutuhan Aplikasi Pembelajaran di Sekolah Menengah Atas Melalui Pendekatan PAR
Authors: Sunarto Dewiyani , Hariadi Bambang , Tri Sagirani  , Tan Amelia  , Lemantara Julianto
Published: October 2021

Dampak positif dari Pandemi Covid-19 adalah berkembangnya pembelajaran online di hampir  semua jenjang pendidikan. Dalam pelaksanaannya, sebuah pembelajaran online memerlukan sebuah aplikasi pembelajaran. Agar aplikasi pembelajaran dapat mewadahi kebutuhan pendidik, maka tentunya harus dibangun berdasar kebutuhan pendidik, yang dijajagi dengan menggunakan Pendekatan Participatory Action Research (PAR), di mana pengusul  menempatkan diri sebagai insider dan  bukan sebagai outsider. Pada penyusunan desain ini, pendidik yang terlibat adalah perwakilan guru Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA). Hasil yang didapat adalah desain aplikasi pembelajaran jenjang SMA,  dengan model pembelajaran yang bersesuaian dengan kebutuhan pendidik dan peserta didik, mudah dan dapat digunakan di manapun, menjamin standar mutu tanpa mengurangi kebebasan pendidik untuk mengembangkan materi. Setelah desain aplikasi pembelajaran didapatkan, maka pendidik diminta untuk mengisi kuesioner agar diketahui kesesuaian desain aplikasi yang dibuat dengan kebutuhan pendidik. Hasil yang didapat desain aplikasi pembelajaran telah dianggap sesuai dengan kebutuhan pendidik, sehingga dapat dilanjutkan dengan rancang bangun aplikasi pembelajaran sesuai desain yang telah disepakati.
Memupuk Sikap Empati Anak Melalui Permainan Tradisional Gobag Sodor, Sundaname dan Boy-Boyan
Authors: Khisbiyah Yayah , Lestari Sri , Purwanto Aris , Hidayat Yasma
Published: October 2021

Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk mengukur perbedaan empati anak sebelum dan setelah melakukan permainan tradisional gobag sodor, sundaname dan boy-boyan. Ketiga permainan ini melibatkan 40 anak yang diilih melalui teknik purposive sampling dengan kriteria: 1). murid Taman Baca Masyarakat Panggon Sinau, dan 2). berusia 10-12 tahun. Metode yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif eksperimen dengan desain One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. Hasil penelitian menunjukan nilai t = -4.020 (t≠0), yang berarti terdapat perbedaan rerata skor dimana rerata skor pre test (21,80) lebih kecil dari rerata skor post test (23,48). Nilai signifikansi (p) = 0,000 (p<0,05). Berdasarkan hasil tersebut maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan empati anak sebelum dan sesudah melakukan permainan tradisional. Dengan demikian tujuan dari program pengabdian masyarakat ini tercapai, yaitu meningkatkan empati anak melalui permainan tradisional.
Penerapan Teknologi Tepat Guna pada Kolam Terpal Ikan Nila Intensif dengan Pengontrol Suhu dan PH Air di Kelurahan Bulak Banteng Kecamatan Kenjeran Surabaya
Authors: Kukuh Setyadjit Kukuh Setyadjit , Ahmad Ridho'i
Published: October 2021

Usaha budidaya yang banyak diminati oleh masyarakat Indonesia karena kebutuhan konsumsi ikan nila yang sangat meningkat. Pemeliharaan ikan nila harus memperhatikan kualitas air (pH, suhu, kekeruhan air, kadar garam dan oksigen terlarut (DO)) dan pemberian pakan yang masih diberikan secara manual. Maka dibuatlah kolam ikan yang dapat mengkontrol kualitas air berdasarkan berdasarkan pH, suhu dan kekeruhan air serta pemberian pakan secara otomatis berdasarkan waktu. Penelitian ini menggunakan sensor pH untuk mendeteksi nilai pH, sensor suhu  untuk mengukur nilai suhu, sensor kekeruhan untuk mengukur nilai NTU (Nephelometric Turbidity Unit), sensor ultrasonik sebagai pengukur ketinggian air pada kolam ikan dan motor servo sebagai penggerak pemberian pakan secara otomatis. pengamatan hasil kerja keseluruhan alat yang dilakukan mendapatkan hasil kontrol pada kolam ikan yang bekerja sesuai perintah, pembacaan pada sensor ph menghasilkan nilai pengukuran kebenaran sebesar 97,5%, sensor suhu  menghasilkan nilai pengukuran kebenaran sebesar 97,09%, sensor kekeruhan menghasilkan nilai pengukur kebenaran sebesar 83,39% dan ultrasonik menghasilkan nilai pengukuran kebenaran sebesar 99,46%. Berdasarkan data yang telah didapat bahwa alat dapat berjalan dengan baik dan normal, sehingga  sesuai dengan perancangan yang telah dibuat. Dari hasil Penelitian ini bisa diterapkan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Khususnya Peternak ikan nila yang tidak mempunyai lahan luas dapat menggunakan bak dari terpal yang ukurannya relatif kecil , sehingga bisa peningkatan penghasilan bagi masyarakat.
Echo, Narcissus, and the Translator’s Distress
Authors: Fishelov David
Published: October 2021

This article argues that the story of Echo and Narcissus as told in Ovid’s Meta­morphoses can serve as a fruitful, suggestive metaphor or ›myth‹ of the translator, especially of the driving passion and the unavoidable frustrations characteristic of the translation process. The connection between Echo and the translator seems obvious – they both share the principle of repetition, »echoing« a primary text – but there are also interesting differences between the two: whereas Echo’s repetition is forced, partial, and mechanic, that of the translator is a creative and holistic choice. As for Narcissus, I suggest that both Narcissus and the translator are engaged in a magic yet futile dance of intimacy, reflection, and passion with their beloved (image or text). They both try to get as close as possible to their beloved while risking its loss paradoxically from getting too close. I conclude with a table, mapping important similarities and differences between the story of Echo, Narcissus, and the »story« of the translator, emphasizing that, unlike the tragic ending of Echo and Narcissus, the activity of the translator is a vital and fertile part of literary life.
Im Sog des Untergangs
Authors: Seebald Christian
Published: October 2021

Drawn into Doom. On the Conception of Narrative Suspense in the Nibelungenlied This paper examines the potential and the structure of narrative suspense in the Nibelungenlied, as it specifically evolves in the final part of the Middle High German epic, beginning with Kriemhild’s treacherous invitation. Due to the inevitabi­lity of the catastrophe, the expectations of the reader or listener are directed at those details of the plot which are part of the text’s distinct interpretation of the traditional story, so that possible anticipations reside in the questions of ›how‹ and ›when‹, while not completely disregarding the question of ›what‹. The complex and extensive build-up of suspense towards the end can be regarded as a genuine pro­duct of the literarization of oral lore.
STRATEGIES OF RUSSIAN RETAIL CHAINS IN THE HOUSEHOLD
APPLIANCES SEGMENT
Authors: Aleshkov A. V. , Burik M. V. , Nikulina Y. S.
Published: October 2021

The article considers three possible strategies of Russian retail chains of the household appliances segment in the local market of Khabarovsk, based on statistical data and current market trends. It is shown that the investment of retail chains in their own production will be the most favorable model for the development of the household appliances market.
UNIVERSITY KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
Authors: Bondarenko Т. N. , Shpak G. B.
Published: October 2021

The article is devoted to identifying the features and problems in the formation of the concept of knowledge management in a modern university. The purpose of the study is to determine the prospects for the development of universities in the modern educational area.
Two new species of Jalapriya and a new record, Dictyocheirospora vinaya from freshwater habitats in China
Authors: Fu Xi , Bao Dan-Feng , Luo Zong-Long , He Xiu , Su Hong-Yan
Published: October 2021

Pleosporales is the largest order of Dothideomycetes. In recent years, systematics of Pleosporales have undergone considerable revisions. Dictyosporiaceae is one of the newly established families within this order proposed to accommodate holomorphic saprobic Dothideomycetes. Currently 18 genera are recognised in Dictyosporiaceae.

The new species, Jalapriya aquaticum sp. nov. and J. apicalivaginatum sp. nov. were collected from freshwater habitats in Gansu and Yunnan Provinces, China, respectively and are introduced, based on morphology and molecular analysis of combined ITS, LSU, SSU and TEF1-α sequence data. We also recovered one fresh collection of Dictyocheirospora vinaya D’souza, Bhat & K.D. Hyde, which is a new record for China. Jalapriya aquaticum differs from extant species of Jalapriya in rows converging at the apex and apical cells with spherical-like appendages. Jalapriya apicalivaginatum differs from extant species of Jalapriya in having the rows of conidia mostly arranged in a plane. The phylogenetic analysis place the new collections within Dictyosporiaceae (Pleosporales). Descriptions and illustrations of Jalapriya aquaticum, J. apicalivaginatum and Dictyocheirospora vinaya are provided. A synopsis of characters of species of Jalapriya is also provided.
Fractal structure of cardiovascular system
Authors: Gatzov Plamen
Published: October 2021

The structure of different systems, aiming to supply a volume of definite tissue with a specific fluid, which is for example the blood in the vascular system, obeys on similar lows, which can be expressed by mathematical equations. Those systems have fractal structure, that means every small part of the system repeats the structure of entire system. Knowing those dependencies permits calculation of one particular parameter of cardiovascular system, for example, the amount of myocardium on the basis of diameter of coronary artery supplying it. This approach is extremely applicable to the patients with coronary artery disease, where the amount of ischemic myocardium is of paramount importance for the patient`s fate. The aim of the current review is to present the main interdependencies between anatomical and physiological parameters of cardiovascular system.
Vena cava superior syndrome. Analisis of interventional and medical treatment options
Authors: Tasheva Iveta , Kafalieva Sibel
Published: October 2021

We present a clinical case of a 72-year-old man with a history of hypertension and SARS-CoV-2 infection, urgently hospitalized in the intensive care unit due to dyspnea at rest, blushes and swelling of the neck and face, headache, and syncope. Echocardiography was performed and revealed preserved ejection fraction of left and right ventricle (EF – 57%, TAPSE – 21 mm), without hemodynamically significant valve lesions and normal ECG. On the next day of hospitalization, we performed a computer tomography (CT) scan of the lungs and it showed a tumor in right lung, compressing vena cava superior. Venography was performed and revealed subtotal thrombosis of vena cava superior and stenting with Wallstent 16/60 mm was performed. Six hours after the intervention a clinical improvement was achieved – reducing of the swelling and relieving of the symptoms.
Data-driven Storytelling to Support Decision Making in Crisis Settings: A Case Study
Authors: Lezcano Airaldi Andrea , Diaz-Pace Jorge Andres , Irrazábal Emanuel
Published: October 2021

Data-driven storytelling helps to communicate facts, easing comprehension and decision making, particularly in crisis settings such as the current COVID-19 pandemic. Several studies have reported on general practices and guidelines to follow in order to create effective narrative visualizations. However, research regarding the benefits of implementing those practices and guidelines in software development is limited. In this article, we present a case study that explores the benefits of including data visualization best practices in the development of a software system for the current health crisis. We performed a quantitative and qualitative analysis of sixteen graphs required by the system to monitor patients' isolation and circulation permits in quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The results showed that the use of storytelling techniques in data visualization contributed to an improved decision-making process in terms of increasing information comprehension and memorability by the system stakeholders.
Child Maltreatment: A Public Health Overview and Prevention Considerations
Authors: Merrick Melissa , Latzman Natasha
Published: October 2021

Child maltreatment (CM) is a significant public health problem, affecting hundreds of millions of children globally. CM has been linked to a variety of short- and long-term health consequences, including poor physical and mental health, changes to brain architecture and development, altered biological factors, reduced cognitive ability and educational achievement, and impaired psychosocial functioning. This article will define and describe the various types of CM and its epidemiology from a public health perspective that considers incidence, prevalence, and consequences. The authors discuss risk and protective factors and approaches for the prevention of CM, including key considerations for nurses to help identify potential victims and provide treatment and/or referrals.
Challenges in Clinical Nurse Specialist Education and Practice
Authors: Foster Jan , Flanders Sonya
Published: October 2021

Clinical nurse specialists (CNSs) are well-positioned to participate in the transformation of healthcare as outlined by the Institute of Medicine and called upon by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010. CNSs exercise their expertise through population-based care across three spheres of influence (patient/family, nurses/other professionals, systems). However, challenges during the educational process as well as implementation in practice can be barriers to optimization of the role, denying the public full benefit from the potential of CNSs. This article highlights some of the issues and provides solutions for mitigating these difficulties.
Education and Practice Barriers for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists
Authors: Malina Debra , Izlar Janice
Published: October 2021

Of the recognized advanced practice registered nursing (APRN) specialties, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) have historically experienced the most vigorous and organized resistance from outside entities regarding rights to practice to the full scope of their education and experience. Opposition to nurse anesthetists practicing to the full scope of their education and training is present in the clinical arena and educational milieu.
Honduran Nurses’ Work-Related Rewards and Challenges: Implications for International Service Learning and Collaboration
Authors: Tremethick Mary , Smit Eileen
Published: October 2021

Honduras is a frequent destination for service-learning initiatives, including medical missions and study abroad programs. Much is known about how healthcare providers can prepare generally for medical missions and about how educators can prepare students for international immersion experiences, (i.e. study abroad programs) in countries such as Honduras. However, little is known specifically about the Honduran nurses with whom healthcare providers and students work. Yet such knowledge is important for developing collaborative partnerships between Honduran nurses and both study abroad and medical mission participants. In this article, the authors describe the current status of healthcare in Honduras and their study to learn about the work of Honduran nurses. They present their data analysis and findings, discuss Honduran nurses’ challenges and internal rewards, and offer implications and suggestions for future international service learning initiatives. They conclude that understanding the experiences, perceptions, and needs of nurses in international settings is critical for developing collaborative partnerships that meet the goals for all the members of the partnership.
Avoiding Negative Dysphagia Outcomes
Authors: Tanner Dennis , Culbertson William
Published: October 2021

Dysphagia in adults affects their quality of life and can lead to life-threatening conditions. The authors draw on both 30 years of experience as clinicians and also on expert testimony in adult, dysphagia-malpractice cases to make five recommendations with the aim of preventing dysphagia-related deaths. They discuss the importance of informed consent documents and suggest the following nursing actions to reduce these often unnecessary tragedies: consider the importance of diet status; understand and follow speech-language-pathologists’ recommendations; be familiar with the dysphagia assessment; be responsive to the need for an instrumental assessment; and ensure dysphagia communication is accurate and disseminated among healthcare professionals. They conclude that most negative dysphagia-management outcomes can be prevented and that nurses play a pivotal role in this prevention.
Factors Related to Healthy Diet and Physical Activity in Hospital-Based Clinical Nurses
Authors: Albert Nancy , Butler Robert , Sorrell Jeanne
Published: October 2021

Hospitals often promote healthy lifestyles, but little is known about nurses’ actual diet and physical activity. Greater understanding about these lifestyle choices for clinical nurses may improve existing hospital-based programs and/or create desirable services. This article discusses a study that considered diet and physical activity of clinical nurses, using elements of Pender’s self-care theory as a conceptual framework. Study methods included a cross-sectional, correlational design and a convenience sample of 278 nurses who worked on units with 24 hours/day and seven days-per-week responsibilities. Participants completed diet and exercise questionnaires about perceptions of attitudes and opinions, barriers, diet benefits/exercise motivators, self-efficacy, and locus of control, and personal and work characteristics. Diet and activity categories were created. Study results demonstrated that over 50% of nurses had moderately healthy diets but were insufficiently active. Healthy diet and physical activity levels were associated with higher self-efficacy, more diet benefits and physical activity motivators, fewer perceived barriers, and confidence in body image. The article discussion and conclusion sections note areas for future research and suggest that focused interventions that address benefits, motivators, and self-efficacy may increase participation in hospital-based programs and enhance healthy lifestyle for hospital-based clinical nurses.
Canonical maps of general hypersurfaces in Abelian varieties
Authors: Catanese Fabrizio , Cesarano Luca
Published: October 2021

The main theorem of this paper is that, for a general pair $ (A,X) $ of an (ample) hypersurface $ X $ in an Abelian Variety $ A $, the canonical map $ \Phi_X $ of $ X $ is birational onto its image if the polarization given by $ X $ is not principal (i.e., its Pfaffian $ d $ is not equal to $ 1 $).

We also easily show that, setting $ g = dim (A) $, and letting $ d $ be the Pfaffian of the polarization given by $ X $, then if $ X $ is smooth and

   $ \Phi_X : X {\rightarrow } {\mathbb{P}}^{N: = g+d-2} $

is an embedding, then necessarily we have the inequality $ d \geq g + 1 $, equivalent to $ N : = g+d-2 \geq 2 \ dim(X) + 1. $

Hence we formulate the following interesting conjecture, motivated by work of the second author: if $ d \geq g + 1, $ then, for a general pair $ (A,X) $, $ \Phi_X $ is an embedding.
Existence of traveling wave solutions for a delayed nonlocal dispersal SIR epidemic model with the critical wave speed
Authors: Feng Shiqiang ,   School of Mathematics and Information, China West Normal University, Nanchong, Sichuan 637009, China, Gao Dapeng ,   Internet of Things Perception and Big Data Analysis Key Laboratory of Nanchong, Nanchong, Sichuan 637009, China
Published: October 2021

This paper is about the existence of traveling wave solutions for a delayed nonlocal dispersal SIR epidemic model with the critical wave speed. Because of the introduction of nonlocal dispersal and the generality of incidence function, it is difficult to investigate the existence of critical traveling waves. To this end, we construct an auxiliary system and show the existence of traveling waves for the auxiliary system. Employing the results for the auxiliary system, we obtain the existence of traveling waves for the delayed nonlocal dispersal SIR epidemic model with the critical wave speed under mild conditions.
Precipitation variability, trends and regions in Poland: Temporal and spatial distribution in the years 1951–2018
Authors: Kalbarczyk Robert , Kalbarczyk Eliza
Published: October 2021

The goals of this work were to assess differences in precipitation totals (Pr) in Poland in both time and space and to distinguish regions based on precipitation variability in the years 1951–2018. To assess precipitation conditions, the study used statistical and spatial analyses implemented in ArcGIS Desktop and STATISTICA software. The largest number of significant, positive correlations describing the linear Pr trend were found for March. The lowest monthly Pr, which represents only approximately 6% of the multiyear precipitation totals, was recorded in October 1951; the highest monthly Pr, which represents as much as approximately 355% of the multi-year precipitation totals, was recorded in October 1974. The study distinguished three precipitation regions of Poland.
COVID-19 impact on daily mobility in Slovenia
Authors: Brezina Tadej , Tiran Jernej , Ogrin Matej , Laa Barbara
Published: October 2021

The Slovenian subsample (n=415) of an international online survey about changes in daily mobility during the COVID-19 outbreak in the spring of 2020 was analysed from a  geographical perspective. The dataset was split into three spatial classes (urban, transitional and rural) according to the respondents’ place of residence. People’s behaviour before and during the COVID-19 lockdown was compared and analysed in terms of commuting frequency, changes in mode choice for commuting and style of grocery shopping. The results show that commuting was reduced drastically during the lockdown while the car remained the main transport mode both for commuting and shopping, especially in rural areas. The study provides an unprecedented insight in travel behaviour changes due to the pandemic and congruously argues for improved transport policies to meet climate change and public health challenges.
Afeto e Regulação Emocional entre Crianças Com e Sem Histórico de Abuso Sexual Infantil
Authors: De Souza Fonseca Ana Carolina , Ferreira Luiza Santos , Zimmer Marilene , Paludo Simone dos Santos
Published: October 2021

O abuso sexual infantil (ASI) é um fator de risco para o surgimento de dificuldades emocionais. Diante disso, o objetivo deste estudo foi investigar o afeto positivo e negativo e as estratégias de regulação emocional em crianças de 8 a 12 anos vítimas de abuso sexual (G-ASI) e seus pares sem histórico de abuso (G-Não-ASI). Das 26 crianças participantes, 12 vivenciaram pelo menos um episódio de abuso sexual ao longo da vida, enquanto as outras 14 não foram vitimizadas. Foram utilizados os instrumentos Questionário Sociodemográfico, Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire, Teste de Compreensão das Emoções e Escala de Afeto Positivo e Negativo. Os resultados demonstraram que a média de afeto negativo das crianças vítimas de abuso sexual foi maior do que a dos participantes do outro grupo, sendo vergonha, raiva, nervosismo e tristeza os afetos mais relatados. Em relação à regulação emocional, as crianças pertencentes ao G-ASI empregaram mais frequentemente estratégias regulatórias consideradas inadequadas para a faixa etária quando comparadas ao G-Não-ASI.  Os resultados sugerem que a exposição ao ASI pode contribuir em diferenças nas respostas emocionais manifestadas pelas crianças. O conhecimento destes possíveis impactos é fundamental para o desenvolvimento de intervenções clínicas alinhadas às demandas das vítimas e baseadas em evidências.
Namoro e Envolvimento Feminino com Ato Infracional: um estudo de casos múltiplos
Authors: Souza William Gualberto Gonçalves de , Murta Sheila Giardini , Lordello Silvia Renata
Published: October 2021

O presente estudo se dedica a analisar a história de vida e de relacionamento amoroso de adolescentes em medida socioeducativa de internação que foram apreendidas com seus parceiros, a fim de compreender aspectos e eventos que ocasionariam risco ao cometimento de um ato infracional. Realizou-se estudo de casos múltiplos com três adolescentes que foram apreendidas junto com parceiro amoroso. Os dados foram coletados por meio de entrevista narrativa e analisados fazendo-se uso da análise temática. A análise dos dados privilegiou uma leitura desenvolvimental do fenômeno a partir dos pressupostos da Teoria do Apego. O principal achado refere-se à importância da fuga do lar na determinação do risco para o envolvimento com atos infracionais com parceiro amoroso, pois ensejou o enfraquecimento dos vínculos com as figuras parentais e com a escolarização. A transição para adolescência, o comportamento de risco, a atração por parceiro envolvido com ilicitude e a influência do parceiro se relacionaram com a fuga do lar, motivando-a ou dando contexto para sua manutenção. O fortalecimento das políticas públicas em prol da proteção a crianças e adolescentes figura como fundamental para a prevenção de comportamentos de risco e envolvimento com atos infracionais.
A single stage urethroplasty with dorsal onlay buccal mucosal graft for long segment anterior urethral stricture caused by Balanitis Xerotica Obliterance through a perineal incision
Authors: Wickramarathne A. A. M. L.
Published: October 2021

No abstract available
Serozsha A. S. Goonewardena – surgeon, teacher, researcher and writer par excellence!
Authors: Abeygunasekera Anuruddha M.
Published: October 2021

No abstract available