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Dynamics of arborization of secretions of mucous membranes for the stimulated sexual cycle of cows
Authors: Masalovich Yu.S. , Val'chuk O.A. , Dercach S.S.
Published: June 2018

The changes of arborization of secretions of mucous membranes during stimulated sexual cycle in cows have been investigated. It is established that the dynamics of arborization from the oral mucous membranes, the vestibule of the vagina for hormonal stimulation of the sexual cycle has a direct effect on the level of estrogens in cows. Starting from the third day of research, the number of animals in which we observed a clear arborization increased to four (40%), which indicates an increase in estrogen levels. Instead, six animals (60%) lacked arborization. On the fourth day in the estrus stage (insemination day), the number of cows in the smears we noticed a clear arborization increased to 7 (70%). This was the highest rate during the studies and suggests that only 7 cows had the highest estrogen levels at their peak. From the fifth to the 10th day of the study, a gradual decrease in the number of animals in smears was marked by clear arborization. This, in its turn, is associated with the formation on the site of an ovulatory follicle of the yellow body that begins to produce a progesterone, indicating the stage of the meteor shower. At the 12th of observation in smears of one animal was marked a clear crystallization while in the other nine it was absent. Beginning from the 13th to the 21st day, arboretization in the smears from the mucous membrane of prickly vagina was absent. Only on 14, 15, 17, and 20th day it was noticed singular or not clear arborization. At the 22–24th day of observation in one cow, signs of the next sexual cycle were recorded. Namely, in smears, we noticed a clear arborization, which confirms the renewal of sexual cycle and lack of fertilization. Mucus mucous membranes of spit vagina and saliva of cows for spontaneous want have a longer-term character and a clear figure in the form of a leaf of fern than in the induced sexual cycle, where the drawing was less intense and short-lived in the stage of the estrus. According to our data, one can sometimes observe single crystallization in the stage of metetrusus and diestrus. This is what we associate with the selection of smears from the oral cavity after feeding the animals with concentrated foods, acidic silage, and in smears from mucus, vinegar vinegar – functional disorders in the sexual system.
Content of inorganic elements in snails meat
Authors: Danilova I.S.
Published: June 2018

Currently, there are several classifications of inorganic elements, although each has its own advantages and disadvantages. The most studied group is macroelements, because they have a significant spread in the body and serve as a function of structural elements. The trace elements perform their functions, being part of the biologically active substances, which makes it difficult to study them, since the same element, depending on the form, can have a toxic effect or be vital. The macroelements include: K, Ca, Mg, Na, S, P, Cl. The trace elements are distributed as follows: Al, B, Br, V, I, Li, Si, As, Rb, Se, F, Sr and heavy metals, namely Zn, Cr, Ge, Fe, Cd, Co, Cu, Mn, Mo, Sn, Ni, Pb. Macroelements are contained in our body in a significant amount (more than 0.01% of the body weight, in other words, their content in the body of an adult is measured in grams and even in kilograms). The trace elements are involved in all processes of life and are the catalysts of biochemical reactions. Their daily intake is less than 200 mg, and they are contained in the body in small doses (less than 0.001% of body weight). The article presents the results of our own research on the content of inorganic elements in the meat of snails of various species Helix pomatia, Helix aspersa maxima and Helix aspersa muller. It is established that fresh meat of Helix aspersa maxima snails contains the least amount of heavy metals and the highest amount of selenium. Of the 12 inorganic elements that we studied in meat of snails from trace elements, Bromus is most often kept by Helix aspersa muller snails and is 1.91 ± 0.23 mg, Selenium and Manganese from Helix aspersa maxima snails are 0.32 ± 0.01mg and 29.29 ± 0.27 respectively. In the case of heavy metals in the meat of Helix aspersa maxima, there was no evidence of flatulence at all, and the most commonly found zinc in this specimen was 27.64 ± 0.22 mg in accordance. The calcium is the most enriched meat of Snails Helix pomatia and is 12571.25 ± 304.51 mg. As for the vital calcium macroelement, most of all it enriched the meat of the grape snail Helix pomatia. Based on the foregoing, it can be concluded that the fresh meat of Helix aspersa maxima snails contains the least amount of heavy metals and can be successfully used in the relevant industries, and especially in the food industry.
Influence of exogenic and endogenic factors for the development of perinatal pathology in puppies
Authors: Kostyshyn L.-M.E. , Stefanyk V.Yu.
Published: June 2018

The article gives an overview of the sources of professional literature on neonatal pathology and pediatrics of puppies, in particular the definition of the genetic, congenital, iatrogenic causes of perinatal pathology. Genetic factors affecting the development of genital organs in dogs relate to 3 main categories of disorders, in particular chromosomal aberrations of the reproductive cells, disorders in individuals with normal genome of the male sexual sphere and related disorders in females. Non-genetic causes of congenital defects include taking pharmaceuticals during pregnancy that cause teratogenic effects on the fetus. The influence of individual drugs on the development of various anomalies and pathologies in the fruits is described. Congenital malformations have the nature of a syndrome, which manifests itself in multiple disorders, and often is associated with the peculiarities of the genus. The basis of congenital metabolic disorders is the genetically determined deficiency of enzymes. It has been established that the most common causes of mortality in puppies up to 2 weeks are hypoxia, hypoglycemia, hypothermia, dehydration, hemolytic syndrome, low birth weight, iatrogenic cause and bacterial infections. The appearance of symptoms of the disease in puppies depends on the degree of bacterial invasion and the reliability of immune defense, which in turn depends on the strength of the mother's immunity, as well as the age of the puppy, the use of colostrum, the level of concentration of microorganisms in the environment, stress and many individual factors. Bacterial infections are manifested differently, depending on the pathways of penetration of the pathogen. The modification of the Apgar scale for daily assessment of the condition of newborn puppies is described, which allows predicting animal survival. The scientific data on the use of ultrasound diagnosis and dopplerometry in pregnancy in females, the state of fetal development of fetuses and determination of optimal terms of delivery or on-line maternity care are given. The method of diagnosing the condition of the fetus by measuring the blood flow velocity and determining the content of lactic acid in the umbilical cord vessels is described, and the threshold concentration of lactic acid in the blood of the umbilical cord is determined, which allows differentiating healthy puppies from those exposed to stress factors. Another actual problem that is considered in modern professional literature is the use of hormonal markers for the diagnosis of pregnancy, as well as the definition of optimal terms of coverage or artificial insemination of females. The main types of neonatal pathology in dogs are described, as well as the principles of therapy in them in the works of well-known domestic and foreign specialists in the field of pediatric home carnivorous.
Features of purulent pododermatitis course in cattle
Authors: Khomyn N.M. , Mysak A.R. , Tsisinska S.V. , Pritsak V.V.
Published: June 2018

The article deals with the results of researches of many scientists concerning the pathogenesis of purulent pododermatitis in cattle. A considerable distribution of orthopedic diseases, in particular pododermatitis in highly productive cows, has been established. It is proved that untimely corrective cleansing of the hoof, and as a consequence of deformation, prolonged stall content, unsatisfactory zoo-hygienic conditions, in particular, the high content of ammonia in the air, moisture, nymphs on the floor, the imbalance of ration of feeds, the deficit in ration of nutrients and minerals, the absence of the mition and insolation, leads to a deterioration in the quality of the hoof, which is manifested by changes in biochemical and biophysical indices. This leads to aseptic pododermatitis, and penetration into the area of the sole of the microflora and microscopic fungi contributes to the purulent inflammation of the base of the skin of the hoof soles in the livestock. The theoretical substantiation and practical confirmation of the role of microscopic fungi in the pathogenesis of purulent pododermatitis in cattle, which is to destroy hoof keratin, which is due to the keratolytic properties of fungi. It has been scientifically proven that the identification of keratomycetes in the hoof horn is important in the diagnosis of purulent poddlermatitis in animals and influences the choice of directions for their successful treatment. It was established that the elimination of negative conditions of keeping, feeding, corrective cleansing, provision of animals for motion and insolation in combination with the application for therapeutic purposes of substances that possess not only anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, but also fungicidal properties contributes to the rapid recovery of orthopedic animals.
Pathomorphological diagnostics of enteritis of viral etiology in dogs
Authors: Lisova V. , Radsikhovskii N.
Published: June 2018

The article presents the results of the study of pathomorphological changes in organs and tissues of dogs at parvovirus and coronavirus infections. The pathoanatomical section and histological examination of pathological material selected from cadavers of dogs of different breeds and sex between 2 to 6 months who died with signs of infectious diarrhea were conducted. Pathomorphological study was performed only on cadavers of animals in which the life using PCR in stool specimens was established clinical diagnosis – parvovirus enteritis (n = 13) and coronavirus enteritis (n = 7). After selection of the pathological material, it was immediately fixed in a 10% aqueous solution of neutral formalin followed by pouring into a sealing medium (paraffin). The obtained histological sections were stained with hematoxylin and eosin according to standard prescriptions. The general histological structure and microstructural changes in histological preparations were studied under a light microscope. Histological studies have been confirmed and supplemented with pathoanatomical diagnoses, established after autopsies of bodies of dead animals. The most pronounced lesions and typical change in all dead dogs fixed contact in the small intestine (jejunum and to the ileum) and the regional lymph nodes. In addition, in the case of coronavirus infection, changes in the spleen are detected. According to the results of our study, the morphological criteria, on which the pathomorphological diagnosis of parvovirus infection in dogs is based include: hemorrhagic jejuno-ileitis; hemorrhage in the serous and mucous membrane of the small intestine; hemorrhagic mesenteric lymphadenitis; depletion and necrosis of lymphoid tissue. It is shown that the morphological manifestations of coronavirus infection in the dead dogs are with the following signs: the presence of exudative inflammation in the small intestine in the form serous-catarrhal or serous-fibrinous jejuno-ileitis; hyperplasia of single and congested lymphoid nodes of the mucous membrane of the small intestine; hyperplasia and serous-hemorrhagic mesenteric lymphadenitis; hemorrhagic infarcts in the spleen parenchyma; hyperplasia of lymphoid tissue; hemorrhage in the serous membrane of the small intestine; dehydration. Not typical, but constant morphological signs of enteritis, which arose as a result of circulatory disorders and heart failure were: passive venous congestion of the liver and kidney; degenerative processes in the liver and kidney parenchyma; pulmonary edema.
Method of comlex medicamental contraception in females of domestic animals
Authors: Vasetska A.I. , Stefanyk V.U.
Published: June 2018

The article presents studies on the use of hormonal contraceptive drugs based on megestrol acetate and comparisons with the developed by us comprehensive drug scheme of contraception. For the experiments were selected 115 clinically healthy female cats aged 1.5 to 6 years and 79 bitches aged 2 to 7 years. They were divided into two groups, control and experimental. Animals of the control group were given only the contraceptive drug on the basis of megestrol acetate, and the animals of the experimental group prescribed a contraceptive drug on the basis of megestrol acetate in combination with homoeopathic preparations «Ovaryovit» and «Mastometrin», which were injected intramuscularly in the dosage for middle and large dogs 2–4 ml, female cats and small breeds of dogs 0.5–2 ml, three times per week, course of treatment six weeks. Diagnosis of the reproductive system and the mammary gland of females of the control and experimental groups of animals for the presence of pathology were conducted one year after the administration of drugs by ultrasound and clinical examination. As a result of the research, it was found that as a result of the comprehensive use of the contraceptive drug on the basis of megestrol acetate with homoeopathic drugs «Ovaryovit» and «Mastometrin», the percentage of diseased animals in the experimental group (disorders at the reproductive system and mammary gland) among cats was less than 16% in comparison with control (P ≤ 0.005). The disorders at the reproductive system and mammary gland in the experimental group of cats were reversible and did not require surgical intervention. In the experimental group of bitches, the percent of animals with disorders in reproductive system and mammary gland were smaller by 22.4% compared with the control group of animals (P ≤ 0.005). And also all disorders at the reproductive system and mammary gland in the experimental group of cats were reversible and did not require surgical intervention.      The use of drug contraception in combination with homeopathic remedies for the reproductive system of animals showed a significant reduction in the incidence of pathology of the reproductive system and the mammary gland in cats and females. The use of homeopathic remedies, simultaneously with the setting of synthetic progestogens, reduced the negative impact on the reproductive system and mammary gland of female animals (cats and bitches) with complete suppression of estrus.
Veterinary aspects of protection people`s heals and role VET departments in the sanitary food safety according to requirements OIE
Authors: Shekel V.F. , Kurtyak B.M. , Padovsky A.I. , Dembitska I.S.
Published: June 2018

The main designs of the creating services of veterinary medicine are struggle with animal diseases and realization a series of obligatory preventive measures to control the most dangerous epizootics. The function services of veterinary medicine spreads to the intermediate chain «from farm – to slaughter» and a complete final chain «from crib – to table». Over the last decades, we have been paying attention to providing food safety from usual methods of control (so-called «good practice») to the using of food safety systems (HACCP). The work of the risk management system is extremely important, it is based on the regulation of the theses of the WTO (World Trade Organization) agreement with the SPM (sanitary and phytosanitary measures). Veterinary services have an important role in the practical implementation of the risk analysis procedure. The tasks set are based on the national legislation of each country, with clear concordance with partners – participants in international trade. In veterinary services tasks includes an important role abreast farms for informing on consultancy on the elimination and control of hazards, including the sanitary safety of feed, residual medicaments and pesticides, mycotoxins and contaminants from the environment. The meat-slaughter inspection of live animals (ante mortem) and their brawns (post mortem) are very important. The Codex for Animal Health contains recommendations for the control of serious biological hazards to animal health and human health by using the above-mentioned inspections. The Codex Alimentarius Commission lead a close cooperation in the preparation of rules that guarantee the protection of food products during the chain of production. The management of the veterinary services have to own the operational systems that allow for the supervision of inspection procedures and the exchange of information in order to achieve maximum effectiveness. Worth integrating systems of animal identification, that make it possible to constantly ascertain the farm of origin as the animals themselves, as well as tracking the processing of slaughter products during the chain. An important function of veterinary services is the issuance of sanitary certificates for both internal use and for export.
Hormones concentration in the blood of dogs with implant of the Suprelorin 4.7 mg
Authors: Ivakhiv M.A.
Published: June 2018

This article describes the results of the study of the prostate gland of dogs and changes in the level of sex hormones when treated with Suprelorin 4.7 mg implanted subcutaneously in the shoulder region. Suprelorin is an innovative drug that limits the production of testosterone. His action can be compared with the results of castration, but the owners of the animal provide their dog and, in fact, themselves, with the lack of stress and various problems associated with surgical intervention. Suprelorin is a non-steroidal, peptide contraceptive in the form of an implant. The active ingredient is deslorelin (an agonist GnRH), which inhibits the reproductive function at the level of the hypothalamic-pituitary axis for at least 6 months. Deslorrelin is a synthetic analogue of GnRH less susceptible to decomposition, seven times more potent than endogenous GnRH, more stable, and also with a higher sensitivity to GnRH receptors. GnRH plays a key role in controlling the reproductive system of females and males. And in the case of long-term prescribing of small doses of deslorelin, inhibition of functioning of the pituitary gonadal axis occurs. The central place in which the blocking of the synthesis and / or allocation of follicle stimulating (FSH) and luteinizing hormones (LH) in the dogs, which was introduced implant. In this case, there are no side effects of steroid. When conducting diagnostic measures with the help of an ultrasound machine, the tasks facing the specialist are: to determine the shape, size and echostructure of the prostate gland, its contours and capsules. According to the results of the ultrasound, experimental groups of animals and control were formed. The criterion for the formation of experimental groups was the increase the size of the prostate and structural changes (increasing or decreasing echogenicity, hypo-and anechoic inclusion in the parenchyma) in it. In the examination of dogs by ultrasound, it was found that the animals in the control group of the prostate were normal, and in animals of the experimental group were found structural changes in it, in particular, increase the size of the gland, increase echogenicity and heterogeneity of the structure of the parenchyma, anechoic inclusions of various sizes. While assessing the level of hormones in dogs, there was a significant decrease in testosterone levels in the experimental group, as well as an increase in the level of estradiol, luteinizing hormone, thyroid stimulating hormone, and T3 total in blood serum of dogs in experimental groups. The level of hormones was monitored weekly and reflected its changes on the schedule. Libido of all animals under the action of the implant significantly decreased. Behavior became calmer. Appetite improved and activity was normal. The sexual function of the treated dogs was completely restored a year later.
Rethinking Sampling in Grounded Theory: Reflections for Novice Grounded Theorists
Authors: Qureshi Henna A.
Published: June 2018

Sampling stage for novice grounded theorists is not as well defined as for qualitative researchers.  Grounded theorists use theoretical sampling to guide their research.  However, theoretical sampling is an enigma for novice grounded theorists.  They feel at loss when answer to their every question is theoretical saturation, and they lack the experience to realize that theoretical sampling will itself lead them to answers regarding whom, when and where.  The present paper is an effort to guide novice grounded theorists by presenting a multi-layered nested sampling design developed in retrospect to bring to light steps that might be taken before theoretical saturation is achieved.  Based on inductive approach, the study was conducted using grounded theory as a tool.  The data was collected in 25 semi-structured in-depth interviews with professors and postdocs across Germany.  The paper aims to propose a sampling scaffold for theoretical sampling to provide probable steps that novice grounded theorists could keep in mind during sampling stage
DEVELOPMENT OF RURAL AREAS OF RUSSIA AND JORDAN
Authors: Alhanaqtah Veronika , Pakhomova Antonina
Published: June 2018

Rural areas both in Russia and Jordan are characterized by the lack of job places and relatively low opportunities for female and youth labor. The situation is worsened by the decrease in the efficiency of the agricultural production in general. Institutional and technological transformations are required to improve the efficiency of the agricultural sector which will inevitably be accompanied by the expansion of the employment. The purpose of the research is to analyze socio-economic aspects of agricultural sectors of Russia and Jordan and to develop proposals for the management of labor resources with the focus on women employment. Research methods consist of comparative analysis of socio-economic development of agricultural areas on the basis of statistical data for Russia and Jordan as well as SWOT analysis. It is recommended to launch a national project on agricultural development in Jordan, as in Russia, with specific country targets and similar objectives pointed out in the study.
THE ROLE OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATORS IN RURAL INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Atkočiūnienė Vilma , Vaznonienė Gintarė , Aleksandravičius Alvydas
Published: June 2018

In rural areas where life is slower but social problems tend to be deeper there is a need for urgent, pro-active and professional area-orientated development decisions. Due to challenges posed to agriculture by economic globalisation and sustainable development, both theoretical and applied scientific research is necessary for improving agricultural and rural development policies as well as their management. It should be highlighted that the demand for professional and innovative activities is significantly higher in rural development compared to the other sectors. The aim of this research is to explore the role and the functions of rural development administrators in rural institutions. The methodology of this research is based on the positive research paradigm, analysis of content and descriptive analysis, empirical study methods, logical and systematical reasoning, abstract and other methods. In order to assess the role of rural development administrators, three groups of experts (professionals, NGO and leaders of government organisations) were selected. Their opinions enabled the comparison of assumptions regarding the behaviour of rural development administrators as well as their participation in the process of rural development. The findings are expected to be useful for local, regional and national rural development policy makers and other actors inter-ested in management of rural development innovations in public sector.
THE LIKELIHOOD OF FARMS BANKRUPTCY: THE CASE OF LITHUANIAN FAMILY FARMS
Authors: Jedik Andrej , Stalgienė Aldona
Published: June 2018

In developing the measures of agriculture policy and purposeful usage of EU funds, also for financial organisations, farmers, advisors and scientists it is important to predict farm bankruptcy. This makes it possible to formulate the scientific problem: what is the likelihood of bankruptcy of different kinds of family farms? The aim of the investigation is to present the likelihood of the Lithuanian family farms bankruptcy based on the economic size and type of farming by analysing financial indicators of farms. Farm-level panel data for the year 2014–2016 from Farm Accountancy Data Network (FADN) was used. The estimated distribution of farm groups based on farm economic size demonstrated that about 40–60% of small farms were in the low likelihood of bankruptcy area. The share of cereals, oilseeds and protein crop farms in the high likelihood of bankruptcy area fluctuated from 13% till 30% during the year 2014–2016. The farm distribution by economic size and type of farming showed that more than 40% of small dairy farms had the high likelihood of bankruptcy in the year 2015–2016, as well as 30% of medium and large cereals, oilseeds and protein crops farms in 2016.
FARMER‘S ENTREPRENEURSHIP: CASE OF LITHUANIA
Authors: Zaleckienė Jurgita , Vilkevičiūtė Jolanta , Linkevičiūtė Samanta , Koloszko Chomentovska Zofia
Published: June 2018

The majority of households are family business organizations, which were formed naturally and handed down from generation to generation; thus, often it is difficult to reconcile necessary changes with the fundamental value – harmony between business and lifestyle. Research question: do the Lithuanian farmers have an entrepreneurial attitude towards farming? Aim of the research – to evaluate Lithuanian farmers’ attitude towards business and to present scientific insights regarding the development of households and promotion of farmers’ entrepreneurship. Theoretical research was carried out while applying methods of analysis and content analysis of scientific researches. In order to find out about Lithuanian farmers’ attitude towards farming, motives and business, the method of questionnaire survey was applied. In total, 162 farmers working in different Lithuanian municipalities were interviewed. 82 percentage of interviewed persons recognize farming as a type of business. In order to achieve identified business goals, farmers expand areas of cultivated land, improve production technologies, and have consultations. Teaching/learning, dissemination of good practices could be possible measures which contribute to the change of the attitude towards activity of these farmers.
Some notes on the hadrianeum reliefs
Authors: Juhász Lajos
Published: June 2018

The reliefs of the Hadrianeum in Rome still pose a lot of difficulties even several centuries after their discovery. This meant a number of varying identification proposals from different scholars. Some of them are too fragmentary to ever to be solved, but in this paper I propose some modifications to the previous readings based on iconographic parallels.
Is that really the end, or what happened in the Civil Town of Aquincum in the fourth century AD?
Authors: Láng Orsolya
Published: June 2018

The last period at the Aquincum Civil Town has long been a matter of dispute. Earlier researchers presumed a fourth century occupation phase at the settlement. However, re-examining these previous data (including an inscription, a coin hoard, walls, coins and several other finds of excavation contexts and even the “dark-earth” phenomenon) and analyzing the results of recent researches show that there is an obvious paucity of Late Roman finds. What is more, these results even show that most of them turn out to be third century finds. Based on the above mentioned, we can get to the conclusion, that the latest observable period in the Civil Town falls in the middle-end of the third century, or to the beginning of the fourth century at latest. Such an early abandonment of the Aquincum Civil Town is not unparalleled among Pannonian and other Western Roman provincial towns. And why was the Aquincum Civil Town abandoned relatively early? The reasons might be sought in the, by that time, already deteriorated fortifications and the loss of markets. No further (systematic) use could be demonstrated here in layers, finds, or constructions. Nevertheless, since a few fourth century finds still occur, the possibility cannot be excluded that certain areas were still sporadically used, particularly when buildings were mainly mined for spolia.
CÁC ĐẶC TRƯNG BÃO VÀ NƯỚC DÂNG DO BÃO Ở CÁC VÙNG BỜ NƯỚC TA
Authors: Co Nguyen Thanh , Manh Dinh Van
Published: June 2018

Tropical storms and storm surges are dangerous. The damage caused by them is very huge. Therefore, studying characteristics of storms and storm surges is of great interest today. This paper presents some study results on characteristics of tropical storms and storm surges, which landed in Vietnam during 1951-2015. These characteristics are determined based on the storm data collected on website of Japan Meteorological Agency, JMA. In the paper, the storm surges are calculated by a numerical model as TSIM 08 software. This softwave is established by the Institute of Mechanics, Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology. The numerical model has been calibrated and verified by measured storm surge data at the hydrographic, oceanographic stations along the Vietnam coast and the survey’s storm surge data in some storms.
ĐẶC ĐIỂM ĐỊA MẠO VÙNG CỬA SÔNG VEN BIỂN SÔNG THẠCH HÃN VÀ TAI BIẾN TỰ NHIÊN LIÊN QUAN
Authors: Quan Nguyen Cong , Hung Pham Van , Dung Nguyen Van
Published: June 2018

Study on the geomorphological features, landform changes and correlated natural hazardous events was based on analyzing available literature and data. The coastal landform of Thach Han river mouth is a result from fluvial, fluvial - marine and marine accumulation along with local tectonic activities during Pliocene - Quaternary. During Pliocene - Pleistocene, western uplift and eastern subsidence movements were forming the types of landforms such as hills, erosion and abrasion terraces and accumulated plains of fluvial and fluvial - marine sediments. From early to middle Holocene, subsidence movements and fluvial, fluvial - marine and marine accumulation formed 4 types of accumulated plains as follows: Fluvial - marine plain in the central part, marine plains extending to the north and south of the studied area. From late Holocene to present, differentiated tectonic movements and fluvial and fluvial - marine accumulation have formed 6 types of different landforms (fluvial, lacustrine, marshy and marine origins ...etc.). Morphodynamic processes including erosion and sedimentation are natural hazards which cause damage to economy and people's life in the coatal zone of Thach Han river mouth. The erosion has been scattered along the banks of the Thach Han and Cam Lo rivers, at Gio Viet, Gio Mai, Trieu Giang, Ai Tu, and coastal erosion occurred north of Cua Viet.
ĐẶC TRƯNG PHÂN RÃ SINH HỌC CHẤT HỮU CƠ Ở CỬA SÔNG CÁI - NHA TRANG
Authors: Minh Thụ Phan , My Nga Ton Nu
Published: June 2018

To assess characteristics of organic matter biodegradation of waters at Cai river mouth - Nha Trang, the maximum ratio, half-saturation constant, decay ratio constant and half-time of organic matter biodegradation were estimated. Based on the experiment results with water at Cai mouth in dry season of 2013 & 2015 at high tide and low tide, and solution of Michaelis & Menten function in the case of BODn by least squares method, the paper indicated that organic matter biodegradation presented the local and specific characteristics and by slightly impacted by tidal systems in river mouth. The organic matter in Cai mouth was degraded easily and its origin was mainly from spontaneous waste or domestic waste.
ẢNH HƯỞNG CỦA ASTAXANTHIN BỔ SUNG VÀO THỨC ĂN LÊN SỰ TÍCH LŨY SẮC TỐ TRONG CƠ-DA, KHẢ NĂNG CHỊU SỐC ĐỘ MUỐI VÀ KHÁNG LẠI ĐỘC TỐ ĐỒNG CỦA CÁ KHOANG CỔ NEMO, Amphiprion ocellaris THƯƠNG MẠI
Authors: Lam Ho Son , Ngoc Phan Thi
Published: June 2018

This study examined the influence of Astaxanthin added in feed on pigment accumulation in the muscle-skin, as well as resistance to salinity stress and copper toxicity of clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris). Mean length of fish was 33.05 ± 3.29 mm. Five experiments were performed with synthetic Astaxanthin contents: 0, 50, 100, 150 and 200 mg/kg diets. After 8 weeks of the experiment, the pigment accumulation of Astaxanthin in the muscle-skin of clownfish was the lowest in the control treatment of 2.11 ± 0.13 µg/g, while these treatments of 150 and 200 mg/kg diets were over 10 µg/g. The treatments of 150 and 200 mg Astaxanthin/kg increased the resistance to copper toxicity and salinity stress test of the fish. The resistance of the fish was longer (>50 minutes) compared to the control (42.4 minutes) in an environment with salinity of 0‰ (p
Environmental variables and errors in the preparation and administration of medicines
Authors: Pereira Francisco Gilberto Fernandes , Ataíde Márcia Barroso Camilo de , Silva Ricardo Leal , Néri Eugenie Desirèe Rabelo , Carvalho Gerdane Celene Nunes , Caetano Joselany Áfio
Published: June 2018

ABSTRACT Objective: to identify the relationship between environmental factors and errors in the preparation and administration of antibacterial. Method: an observational, cross-sectional study conducted between August and December, 2014 in two clinical units. The sample consisted of 265 doses of medication, observed in different shifts that through a form had the environmental conditions of noise, illumination, humidity, temperature and physical space measured in the preparation and administration stages. Results: the physical dimension for the preparation was inadequate in one unit (3.8m2), and the items illumination, temperature and noise were extremely oscillating in the three shifts and in the two clinics, with averages generally higher than the recommended for the hospital environment, however, variations in illumination and noise were not statistically significant to cause dose errors or erroneous medicine choice (p> 0.05). Conclusion: the environmental variables analyzed may favor medication errors in both the preparation and administration stages.
Prevalence and factors associated with experience of intrafamilial violence by teenagers in school
Authors: Mota Rosana Santos , Gomes Nadirlene Pereira , Estrela Fernanda Matheus , Silva Melissa Almeida , Santana Jéssica Damasceno de , Campos Luana Moura , Cordeiro Kátia Cordélia Cunha
Published: June 2018

ABSTRACT Objective: To estimate prevalence of intrafamilial violence experience and its association with sociodemographic, sexual and use of alcohol/drugs variables in teenagers of a public school in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Method: Cross-sectional study with 239 teenagers. Data were collected through structured instrument, analyzed according to descriptive and inferential statistics, with multiple logistic regression. Results: Research pointed out a high prevalence of intrafamilial violence among teenagers (60.67%). Experience of this grievance was associated, with statistical significance, with the variables: higher age range (PR = 1.83 and 95%CI: 1.05 - 3.18) and regular use of condom (PR = 1.81 and 95%CI: 1.06 - 3.08). Violence was also associated with consumption of alcohol and marijuana. Conclusion: Regular use of condom and consumption of alcohol and/or marijuana represent risk behaviors to the experience of intrafamilial violence by teenagers in school, especially older than 15 years old.
Empowerment of the mothers of children in a pediatric intensive care unit
Authors: Azevedo Monique de Sales Norte , Oliveira Isabel Cristina dos Santos , Souza Tania Vignuda de , Moraes Juliana Rezende Montenegro Medeiros de , Martinez Elena Araujo , Araújo Beatriz da Silva
Published: June 2018

ABSTRACT Objective: to analyze the process of empowerment of the mothers of children hospitalized in a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) according to Cheryl H. Gibson’s framework. Method: a qualitative study with a non-directive interview in groups was carried out with 14 mothers in the PICU of a pediatric teaching hospital in the state of Rio de Janeiro, whose data were submitted to thematic analysis. Results: all mothers underwent at least one phase of the process of empowerment. Some of them achieved the phase of participatory competence in the care for their children, being heard by the team and expressing their needs, opinions, and questions. Final considerations: attentive listening and information sharing with mothers is necessary, in order to provide essential support so that they undergo the process of empowerment, thus involving themselves in care and decision-making regarding their children.
Validation of instrument to assess software of patients’ risk classification
Authors: Pegoraro Leila Garcia de Oliveira , Gvozd Raquel , Haddad Maria do Carmo Fernandez Lourenço , Vannuchi Marli Terezinha Oliveira , Silva Larissa Gutierrez de Carvalho , Rossaneis Mariana Angela
Published: June 2018

ABSTRACT Objective: Validate the content of an instrument that assesses the quality of a software applied to the risk classification of patients. Method: Methodological study, conducted in three stages: adaptation of the instrument, content validation through Delphi technique and pre-test. The results were analyzed through Content Validity Index, Overall Content Validity Index and Inter-rater Reliability. Results: The final version of the instrument comprises 8 characteristics and 28 sub-characteristics, being 37 general questions to computer experts and nurse and 7 specific questions to computer experts, including 1 question and excluding 3 questions of the original instrument. We obtained Overall Content Validity of 92% and Inter-rater Reliability of 100% in the second Delphi round. Final considerations: The instrument has content validity, allowing to assess the technical quality and functional performance of the software applied to the risk classification of patients.
Cross-cultural adaptation of the instrument Readiness for Hospital Discharge Scale - Adult Form
Authors: Siqueira Talita Honorato , Vila Vanessa da Silva Carvalho , Weiss Marianne Elizabeth
Published: June 2018

ABSTRACT Objective: to perform the cross-cultural adaptation of the Readiness for Hospital Discharge Scale - (RHDS) Adult Form for use in Brazil. Method: a methodological study was conducted in 2015, in Brazil’s federal capital, following the eight stages scientifically established. Results: analysis proved the maintenance of semantic, idiomatic, cultural, and conceptual equivalences and kept both the face and content validity of the original version. The judging committee and the pre-test participants declared they understood the RHDS items and answer scale. Conclusion: the instrument is culturally adapted for Brazil and can be used as one of the stages for planning hospital discharge.
Patient safety and infection control: bases for curricular integration
Authors: Silva Andréa Mara Bernardes da , Bim Lucas Lazarini , Bim Felipe Lazarini , Sousa Alvaro Francisco Lopes , Domingues Pedro Castania Amadio , Nicolussi Adriana Cristina , Andrade Denise de
Published: June 2018

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze curricular integration between teaching of patient safety and good infection prevention and control practices. Method: Integrative review, designed to answer the question: “How does curricular integration of content about ‘patient safety teaching’ and content about ‘infection prevention and control practices’ occur in undergraduate courses in the health field?”. The following databases were searched for primary studies: CINAHL, LILACS, ScienceDirect, Web of Science, Scopus, Europe PMC and MEDLINE. Results: The final sample consisted of 13 studies. After content analysis, primary studies were grouped into two subject categories: “Innovative teaching practices” and “Curricular evaluation. Conclusion: Patient safety related to infection prevention and control practices is present in the curriculum of health undergraduate courses, but is not coordinated with other themes, is taught sporadically, and focuses mainly on hand hygiene.
Learning from and with the Education Movements in Greece and Brazil: knowledge, action and alternatives
Authors: Themelis Spyros
Published: June 2018

Abstract: The insights shared in this paper are based on research conducted in Greece and Brazil It is centered around the exploration of activist knowledge as a distinct form of knowledge. In doing this, it discusses the role of reflection in acquiring critical consciousness as well as the unified and holistic character of activist knowledge. This unity entails the intertwining of action with reflection and action with theory. It shows how critique forms a key feature of activist knowledge and highlights some nuances, tensions and contradictions inherent in the knowledge production of this kind. The latter is shown to be underpinned by plural dialogical processes, which further challenge and enrich knowledge produced in social movements. The paper aims to feedback insights from theory into praxis and vice versa. To achieve its aims, it approaches learning as an ongoing part of the quest for meaning and the quest of meaning as an integral part of acting.
Correlation between craniofacial growth and upper and lower body heights in subjects with Class I occlusion
Authors: Al-Jewair Thikriat S. , Preston Charles Brian , Flores-Mir Carlos , Ziarnowski Paul
Published: June 2018

ABSTRACT Objective: To correlate skeletal age, standing height, upper and lower body lengths, and selected craniofacial growth features in a sample of growing individuals, and to model craniofacial growth using multivariate regression. Methods: This was a retrospective cross-sectional study with 447 African black boys and girls, between the ages 8 and 16 years, who attended the dental clinic at one hospital. The skeletal maturational age was determined from hand-wrist radiographs using the Greulich and Pyle atlas. Craniofacial measurements representing maxillary length (Ar-ANS), mandibular length (Ar-Gn), and lower facial height (ANS-Me) were calculated from lateral cephalograms in habitual occlusion. Body lengths were clinically measured in centimeters. Results: Moderate correlations (r=0.42 to 0.68) were observed between skeletal age and the three selected craniofacial measurements. Statistically significant correlations were also found between the craniofacial measurements and both upper and lower body lengths. The mandibular length had a stronger correlation with the upper body length than with the lower body length. Multiple regression analyses to determine maxillary and mandibular lengths suggested that sex, upper and lower body lengths might be used to determine maxillary length; while skeletal age, upper and lower body lengths might help determine mandibular length. Conclusions: Based on the relatively strong correlation between upper body length and mandibular length, further research in this area may warrant its use as a predictor for mandibular growth modification timing.
Physical modelling of dynamic scour protections: analysis of the damage number
Authors: Fazeres-Ferradosa Tiago , Taveira-Pinto Francisco , Reis Maria Teresa , das Neves Luciana
Published: June 2018

In offshore wind turbines, the need for scour protection may represent a considerable part of the total investment required. Its optimisation is therefore a key aspect in offshore wind energy investments. The protection is commonly designed to be statically stable. An economically attractive possibility is to adopt a dynamic stability criterion that enables some degree of movement of the armour layer stones without allowing the filter placed beneath to be exposed at any time. This criterion is based on the acceptable damage number used to specify the mean diameter of the stones used in the armour layer. Little guidance exists on how to define the acceptable limits for this damage number. This paper elaborates on the effect of different hydrodynamic conditions on the damage number of scour protections. The behaviour of the damage number is studied by means of physical model testing of an offshore monopile foundation. The results show that dynamically stable profiles are developed for damage numbers ranging from 0·40 to 3·53. The accuracy of a predictive formula for the damage number is influenced by the water depth. This parameter described the stability of dynamic scour protections more accurately than the stability parameter used in former projects.
Fine PM emission factors from residential burning of solid fuels using traditional cast-iron coal stoves
Authors: Nkosi Ncobile C , Piketh Stuart J , Burger Roelof P
Published: June 2018

Residential burning of solid fuels is a major source of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), which degrades indoor and ambient air quality in low-income settlements. The adverse impact of fine particulate emissions on the environment and human health is well-documented in other countries such as China and India; however, there is need for local studies to report on emission factors from residential burning of solid fuels. An emission factor quantifies the total mass of a pollutant emitted per amount of fuel burned. Emission factor is an input parameter in air quality modelling to forecast a pollutant concentrations over time and when calculating total emissions from a specific source. Local emission factors are central to managing air quality for they give results that are representative of the source compared with international emission factors. Quantifying emissions, understanding household fuel use patterns and interaction with the stove (stove operation behaviour) during a burning event is fundamental when designing emission control strategies. The aim of the study is to quantify fine particulate matter emissions from residential coal burning using systematic field measurements. The objectives of the study are (i) to characterize stove operation behavior effect on the emissions and (ii) to quantify PM2.5 emission factors using field measurements. Isokinetic (2015) and direct (2014) stack sampling tests were done to observe how PM emissions profiles change with stove operation behavior and to quantify PM2.5 emitted per kilogram of fuel burned. Fine PM emission profiles change with stove operation behavior with an emission factor ranging 6.8 g.kg-1 and 13.5 g.kg-1. The study results implies that residential coal burning is a major source of fine particulate matter in the residential area. As demonstrated that stove operation behaviour affect stove to fuel combination emissions; it is therefore suggested that those factors leading to increase emissions should be kept minimum.
Detección de manipulaciones en evidencia digital con fines forenses
Authors: Ortiz Héctor Duvan , Renza Diego , Ballesteros L Dora M
Published: June 2018

En términos de evidencia digital, la imagen de la escena de un crimen es unelemento importante en un proceso legal; razón por la cual es indispensa-ble que se garantice su cadena de custodia. Si la imagen es modificada conoperaciones como eliminación, duplicidad o difuminado de objetos, debeexistir un mecanismo que identifique la existencia de dicha manipulación.En este artículo, se propone una solución a la cadena de custodia basada enuna técnica conocida como marcado de agua. Con el propósito de validarla sensibilidad y efectividad del sistema propuesto, se aplican seis clases demanipulaciones a imágenes marcadas; encontrando una alta sensibilidada manipulaciones pequeñas (ej. 0.25 % del tamaño de la imagen), dadoque en todos los casos fue identificada la manipulación. Con la soluciónpropuesta, la autoridad legal puede confiar en la cadena de custodia de laevidencia digital