bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Representasi Profesi Jurnalis dalam Novel Bulan Terbelah di Langit Amerika “Kajian Sosiologi Sastra”
Authors: Siti Nur Azizah  , Handika Saputra  , Nanda Berlian Dwi Maulita  , Mohamad Afrizal
Published: February 2025

This article aims to analyze the representation of the journalist profession in the novel Bulan Terbelah di Langit Amerika by Hanum Salsabiela Rais and Rangga Almahendra. Through Alfred Schutzl's representation theory approach, this study explores how the journalist profession is depicted in facing ethical, social, and professional challenges. The main focus of this study is on the character of Hanum who struggles to find sources, compose articles with sensitive themes, and face moral dilemmas amidst the issue of Islamophobia after the 9/11 tragedy. This study uses a qualitative method with text analysis to reveal the journalism process that Hanum undergoes as a reflection of the dynamics of the profession in the real world. The findings show that the journalist profession is depicted as a job that requires integrity, courage, and the ability to bridge different perspectives in stressful situations. This article is expected to provide insight into how literary works can represent the journalist profession and inspire further discussion on the role of journalism in shaping public perception.
Now That We Know, What Do We Actually Know?
Authors: Angood Peter
Published: February 2025

Entrenched paradigms, committed stereotypes, and long-term legacy systems occasionally clash unexpectedly with disruptive influences. When this occurs, and it will certainly continue occurring over time, leaders have a variety of options to consider. An initial “fight or flight” response is often the immediate visceral reaction, but physicians as leaders must be prepared to react at a higher level of refinement. We must be adaptable, not reflexive, during these times.
Self-Defense in Medical Malpractice: How to Derail a Frivolous Malpractice Lawsuit
Authors: Smith Howard
Published: February 2025

Every physician in the United States has an 8.5% risk for a medical malpractice lawsuit each year. A patient who is the victim of an adverse outcome understandably misconstrues an error of nature as a medical error and retains an attorney who hires a medical expert. By using statistical significance, a complication that follows any medical intervention can be validated as an error of nature or a medical error with 95% confidence, thus making the malpractice suit frivolous. Therefore, ensuring 18 words appear in a patient’s chart — “With the exception of random occurrences, there is 95% confidence that this medical intervention is safe and effective” — a plaintiff medical expert must demonstrate a statistically significant difference between the “incident risk” of a medical error representing the medical intervention and the “background risk” of an error-of-nature representing the standard of care. Statistical significance is a professional standard that any physician who professes to be a medical expert should be able to determine.
Exploring the Lived Experiences of Female Adults with ADHD Diagnosis in Cavite
Authors: Javier Djessyrene Piel Victoria , Fetalbo Cyril , Sese Johanna Allison , Villarin Clare Dianne , Young Vanessa Claire , Hilario Samuelle Feliz
Published: February 2025

This research delves into the lived experiences of female adults diagnosed with ADHD in Cavite. Data were collected through in-depth semi-structured interviews. Participants were selected through purposive sampling with the following criteria: (1) lives in Cavite, (2) must be clinically diagnosed with ADHD, (3) received their ADHD diagnosis during their young adult years or older adulthood, (4) and functioning individuals. The interview questions were designed to encourage detailed discussion on the individual experiences of the participants with their ADHD diagnosis. Each interview was audio-recorded, ranging from 30-40 minutes each session. The interview was transcribed and analyzed through Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA), this method was utilized to highlight the complexity and uniqueness of each story. The investigation uncovered a variety of themes that highlighted the complex and interrelated difficulties faced by each participant as they managed the realities of living with ADHD. Each individual’s experience was unique, yet common threads emerged, revealing how the disorder impacted their daily lives, relationships, emotions, and financial capabilities. The findings revealed the complex ways these challenges intertwined, creating a multifaceted impact that the participants had to navigate while striving for understanding and effective coping strategies. Furthermore, the research underscores the pressing necessity for in-depth and extensive studies, along with publications, that delve into the implications of ADHD, specifically among the adult population in the Philippines. This focus is crucial to understanding how cultural, social, and economic factors influence the manifestation and management of ADHD in Filipino adults as well as its impact on their daily lives.
Blended Learning to advance Teaching and Learning
Authors: Hungwe Taurai , Ndobe Tsakani Violet , Seeletse Solly Matshonisa
Published: February 2025

The integration of Information Communication Technologies in education has revolutionised teaching and learning processes in the midst of concerns raised regarding poor student completion rate, low passing rates and throughput rates. This study explores the significance of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and the implementation of blended learning (BL) in higher education institutions (HEIs). A case study was followed in an HEI of the Gauteng Province in South Africa. The study used mixed-methods to demonstrate that BL improves lecture facilitation based on student performance; qualitative analysis confirmed that BL improvement influence student performance, and the missing aspects disrupt BL to reach optimal levels. The paper concludes that embracing BL can enhance student completion rates, pass rates, and overall academic success.
Reloading and Re-codifying of the Curriculum Contents in the Faculty of Education in a North-Central University, Nigeria
Authors: Musibau Adebayo Lawal , Surajudeen Adewale Badru , Rafiu Abdulwahab
Published: February 2025

Reloading is the reselection and addition of relevant curriculum contents for provision of more or general knowledge that serves as basis for liberal education and specialized knowledge while re-codifying is the reassigning of new code to reloaded course contents. The objective of this study is to find out lecturers’ opinion on reloading and re-codifying the curriculum course contents offered to education students in the Faculty of Arts if these courses are to be domiciled in the Faculty of Education of the University of Ilorin. It is a descriptive research with a sample of one hundred and eighty-three (183) lecturers, which was arrived at through census enumeration techniques. The study has two research questions answered with percentage and frequency counts. The results show that all the courses offered to education students in the Faculty of Arts are perceived to be 1) reloaded and 2) re-coded. It was concluded that for an effective curriculum to take place and affect quality of living, a curriculum must be reloaded and re-coded. The study recommends that workshops must be organized for lecturers to cope with reloaded and re-coded curriculum and to upgrade their knowledge.
English Language Policy and English Proficiency of Chinese EFL Learners
Authors: Haibin Ding
Published: February 2025

In the context of globalization, English has become a crucial medium for international communication, prompting significant transformations in China’s English language policy and education system. This study examines the relationship between China’s English language policy and the perceived English proficiency of Chinese EFL learners, aiming to determine whether a positive correlation exists between the policy and learners’ proficiency levels. Employing a quantitative research design, a self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 100 high school and college students in Shandong province who had been learning English for 12 years or more. The questionnaire assessed students’ perceptions of China’s English language policies in terms of language practices (ecology), beliefs (ideology), and planning (management). The findings revealed a strong institutional emphasis on English as a medium of instruction and positive beliefs about the importance of English for academic and professional advancement. However, a significant negative relationship was found between perceived overall English proficiency and both language beliefs and language planning. This suggests that higher proficiency learners may perceive existing policies as less effective or misaligned with their learning needs, highlighting a potential disconnect between policy-driven strategies and practical outcomes. The study concludes that aligning language beliefs and management with practical, learner-centered approaches is essential to enhance overall English proficiency among Chinese EFL learners. These insights contribute to a deeper understanding of how policy measures translate into educational outcomes, offering implications for future English language policy development in the country.
Transitioning to Work: A Tracer Study of the College of Liberal Arts Graduates
Authors: Aguilar Maria Virginia , Ballena Constantino
Published: February 2025

This study investigated the employability and career paths of the graduates from the College of Liberal Arts and Communication (CLAC) at De La Salle University-Dasmariñas (DLSU-D) from the Academic Years 2017-2022. It employed a survey design utilizing an online questionnaire sent to the respondents through email. Focus group discussions with department chairs and faculty members were also undertaken. The study revealed that most CLAC graduates were employed in professional, technical, or supervisory positions. They considered their undergraduate curriculum as relevant to their present jobs. Furthermore, it was revealed that the most useful acquired skills they identified include communication, human relations, and critical thinking skills. However, they admittedly were weak at communication and critical thinking skills. The study concludes that CLAC alumni exhibit a good level of employability albeit the need to fortify their soft skills to ensure their being competitive in the workplace. A longitudinal study could be conducted to track the career paths of CLAC alumni and investigate graduates’ change of careers over time, how they advance or stagnate in their work, and their impact in their respective fields.
Teaching Grade 8 Learners to write Narratives using a TBL Framework
Authors: Rudd Matthew
Published: February 2025

The conceptual framework of this paper operated on the premise that a process-orientated approach to writing would optimally befit Willis and Willis’ (2007) TBL model: pre-task (ideas generation), main task (drafting and editing), and post-task (reviews and forms focus). The study comprised 20 grade 8 middle school students attending a private school in the outskirts of Bangkok. T-tests results determined that the differential between the pre-test and post-test writing scores reached statistical significance (pre-test 65.5%; post-test 72.75%; p = 0.216 [sig]). Beneath the surface however, confounding implications related to (1) areas of development and persisting weaknesses, (2) student ability level, (3) the role of gender, and (4) the value of consciousness raising tasks as a means of forms-focused instruction are intrinsic features of in-depth discussion and analysis.
Praticas alternativas em saúde: desafios da atenção básica
Authors: Araujo Daniel Abreu de
Published: February 2025

A Atenção Básica no SUS enfrenta desafios na adesão a práticas alternativas e integrativas. O estudo analisa sua implementação, impacto na saúde e resistência profissional, destacando avanços e barreiras. A cerne do trabalho apresenta as dificuldades da atenção básica e como as equipes abordam o tema, ante a percepção dos usuários e gestores. Trata-se de uma Revisão integrativa de literatura em que o presente estudo se esforçou em encontrar dados contundentes com critérios de inclusão e exclusão; conectores de pesquisa e amostra relacionada a busca ativa do problema encontrado; os resultados apresentaram achados consistentes de que há uma tímida progressão, mas as resistências seguem mais presentes.
Entre teoria e prática: os conflitos internos nas organizações contrárias à ditadura à luz de militantes e militares
Authors: Alves Herik Eduardo Sousa , Pereira Josieuder Silva , Costa Victor Gabriel de Jesus Santos David
Published: February 2025

O presente trabalho tem como objetivo discutir o surgimento, as discussões internas e o esfacelamento das organizações que atuaram contra a ditadura civil-militar brasileira instaurada a partir do golpe de 1964, a análise baseia-se na obra Orvil – Tentativas de Tomada de Poder (2012), escrita por militares da década de 1980 e reservada às altas patentes militares, neste estudo a literatura militar tem como objetivo apresentar as narrativas do governo autoritário sobre as organizações de esquerda, em contraponto, serão comparadas as narrativas com a obra Combate nas Trevas (1987), escrita pelo historiador e ex-membro do Partido Comunista Brasileiro, Jacob Gorender, no qual narra os fatos fundamentados na ciência história e na perspectivas dos militantes. O trabalho comparou as narrativas descritas por militares e por militantes em ambas as obras e as discutiu à luz da historiografia, apontando principalmente as inconsistências encontradas na obra escrita pelo tenente-coronel Lício Augusto Ribeiro Maciel e pelo tenente José Conegundes do Nascimento, ambos vinculados ao Centro de Informações do Exército (CIE).
O jovem aprendiz e o terceiro setor para a formação profissional em Goiânia-GO - objetivos distantes da Agenda 2030 da ONU
Authors: Caruso Sergio , Rocha Joelma Lourenço da
Published: February 2025

Este artigo tem como objetivo compreender a importância de programas para os jovens aprendizes em Goiânia-GO, ou seja, uma análise dos reais interesses dessa formação profissional inicial para a capacitação e qualificação dos jovens. O Programa Jovem Aprendiz, criado pelo Governo Federal, e delineado pela Lei do Aprendiz, 10.097/2000 (Brasil, 2000), tem como meta garantir os direitos do menor aprendiz, bem como a promoção e colocação dos jovens no mercado de trabalho. Serão observadas as Organizações Sociais Civis (OSC), a saber: Obras Sociais do Centro Espírita Irmão Áureo (OSCEIA) e a Rede Nacional de Aprendizagem, Promoção Social e Integração (RENAPSI), considerando a visão dos autores: Ávila (s.d), Lima (2018), Mariani (2010), dentre outros, que nos permitem uma compreensão da formação profissional inicial. Tais OSCs, ao priorizarem cursos dentro dos eixos de Gestão e Negócios e o de Controle e Processos Industriais, e ainda, as diversas adaptações nos próprios cursos oferecidos em comparação com o Guia de Formação Inicial e Continuada (FIC), elaborado pelo MEC, seja por seus nomes e cargas horárias, não só estão prejudicando a formação do menor aprendiz, como também se distanciando dos Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (ODS) da Agenda 2030 da ONU.
Uso da Marca como indicador de desenvolvimento econômico regional do Brasil
Authors: Sales Marcos Augusto Oliveira , Leite André da Costa , Forte Christina Elisabeth Fischer Mattoso Maia , Lima Everaldo de Queiroz , Campos Leila Silva , Caparelli Kety Rosa de Barros , Carvalho Sergio Medeiros Paulino de , Carolino Jaqueline
Published: February 2025

O artigo propõe uma análise do papel das marcas no desenvolvimento econômico regional do Brasil. Ao examinar como as marcas emergiram, cresceram e se adaptaram ao longo do tempo, busca-se compreender melhor como elas contribuíram para a configuração do mapa econômico do país. Destacadas como ferramentas essenciais para a diferenciação de produtos e serviços em mercados cada vez mais competitivos, as marcas desempenham funções estratégicas, como promover confiança e fidelidade entre os consumidores, influenciar suas decisões de compra e possibilitar a cobrança de preços premium, agregando valor aos produtos e serviços. O estudo, de caráter exploratório, utiliza uma abordagem quali-quantitativa. Para efeito de exemplificação, foram realizados levantamentos bibliográficos e coletados dados de registros de marcas e indicadores econômicos de fontes como o Instituto Nacional da Propriedade Industrial (INPI) e o Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística (IBGE), cobrindo o período de 2017 a 2021. Os resultados apontam para uma correlação positiva entre o aumento no número de registros de marcas e o crescimento do PIB regional. Esses achados sugerem que a formalização e proteção de marcas não apenas impulsionam a competitividade, mas também se configuram como importantes instrumentos de promoção do desenvolvimento econômico regional, contribuindo para a valorização de identidades locais e para o fortalecimento das economias regionais.
Examining the causes and patterns of intended cesarean sections: A cross-sectional study in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Authors: Muniruzzaman Md , Siddiky Md Roknuzzaman , Ahmad Faiyaz , Islam Md Shihabul
Published: February 2025

Purpose: Cesarean section is an alternative method of childbirth that is generally applied when vaginal delivery encounters any unusual complications. However, nowadays, these types of deliveries, whether intended or unintended, have been increasing at an alarming rate in various countries worldwide. As such, the main purpose of this study was to investigate the causes and patterns of cesarean deliveries in Bangladesh.
Design/Methodology/Approach: A mixed approach was employed to collect diversified data from the respondents. Primary data were collected for the survey through face-to-face interviews with 100 sampled respondents using snowball sampling. Additionally, four key informants were interviewed in-depth for a better understanding of the phenomenon under study.
Findings: The study shows that despite there being no unavoidable complications in vaginal delivery, customers chose CS delivery for specific reasons such as convenience, fear of labor pain, concerns about their children's birthdays, suggestions from healthcare providers, and motivations from other familiar individuals. The study also indicates a significant difference between public and private hospitals regarding customer satisfaction with various healthcare services, including childbirth. Private hospitals are more likely to provide quality healthcare services, while public hospitals tend to offer healthcare services at lower prices.
Conclusion: The study suggests that the relevant government authorities should undertake proper steps to reduce the increasing number of CS deliveries in Bangladesh. Researchers, policymakers, and non-governmental organizations should also come forward to raise awareness among the public by initiating various programs, campaigns, seminars, and conferences.
TUBERCULOSE DO SISTEMA NERVOSO CENTRAL EM ADOLESCENTE: UM RELATO DE CASO
Authors: Souza Lídia Acyole de , Alves Gyovanna Lourenco Luz , Ferreira Mariane Martins , Santos Sandra Oliveira , Souza Alvaro Paulo Silva e , Oliveira Luiz Fernando Alves de
Published: February 2025

A tuberculose (TB) é uma doença grave e antiga, considerada problema de saúde mundial e quando tardiamente identificada ou não tratada, pode ser fatal ou deixar graves sequelas. Dentre as formas de apresentação da doença, destaca-se a TB do sistema nervoso central, uma das formas mais complexas e de difícil diagnóstico. O presente estudo tem como objetivo relatar um caso de tuberculoma em uma adolescente de 14 anos, admitida em setembro de 2021, no Hospital das Clínicas de Goiânia. Relatava cefaleia intensa, episódio de convulsão e vômito. Nos primeiros exames, a RNM identificou massa tumoral e após realização de cirurgia aberta, identificou-se formação de granulomas caseosos com necrose central de tamanhos diferentes. Assim, a paciente foi encaminhada para a equipe de infectopediatria e iniciou o tratamento antituberculose com esquema básico de RIPE por 2 meses e RI no período de 12 meses. De acordo com normas envolvendo pesquisas em seres humanos, o presente projeto foi submetido à avaliação do Comitê de Ética em pesquisa na Plataforma Brasil, e está em recepção e validação documental. O resultado favorável do tratamento médico pode ser atribuído ao curto espaço de tempo entre surgimento dos primeiros sintomas, diagnóstico e início do tratamento.
SABERES TRADICIONAIS E TERRITÓRIOS: OS IMPACTOS DOS GRANDES EMPREENDIMENTOS ECONÔMICOS NA PERPETUAÇÃO DO CONHECIMENTO
Authors: Szadkoski Marta Helena , Guanaes Senilde Alcantara , De Sant’Anna Alessandra , Pereira Luciana Furlanetto , Mingorance Suzana , Medeiros Jocineia , Moretti Francielie , Tavares Aroldo da Silva , Pereira Junior Wilson Garcia , Machavane Aristides Samuel , Bini Adriano Krul
Published: February 2025

Este artigo analisa os impactos dos grandes empreendimentos econômicos sobre os territórios tradicionais, com ênfase na dimensão dos saberes tradicionais. A pesquisa adota uma abordagem qualitativa e exploratória, fundamentada em revisão bibliográfica no campo das Ciências Sociais, para investigar a interdependência entre território e conhecimentos ancestrais. Examinar como essas iniciativas afetam as comunidades locais, comprometendo a transmissão e a preservação de saberes tradicionais. Argumenta-se que a manutenção dos territórios é fundamental para garantir a continuidade dessas práticas e conhecimentos, essenciais para a identidade e resistência dessas situações. Além disso, destaca-se a necessidade de um diálogo interepistêmico, que reconheça e valorize diferentes formas de conhecimento, contribuindo para a superação da colonialidade. Conclui-se que o reconhecimento e a proteção dos territórios tradicionais são estratégias indispensáveis para fortalecer a diversidade epistêmica e garantir a sustentabilidade cultural e social dessas comunidades.
EXPLORANDO O BOM VIVER E A SUSTENTABILIDADE: NARRATIVAS DE UM CURSO DE EXTENSÃO DO INSTITUTO FEDERAL DO TOCANTINS
Authors: De Araújo Ana Karolina , Panosso Carlos Eduardo , Coelho Beatriz Sena
Published: February 2025

INTRODUÇÃO: O Curso de Extensão “Uma Cartografia do Bom Viver” propôs uma análise aprofundada sobre a interseção entre o "bom viver", o desenvolvimento sustentável, a simplicidade voluntária e o decrescimento sereno como fundamentos para uma abordagem mais holística e consciente do desenvolvimento humano. Dessa forma, buscamos explorar criticamente as interseções e complementaridades entre esses conceitos, visando contribuir para um diálogo informado e enriquecedor sobre os rumos do desenvolvimento humano em um mundo em constante transformação.
O USO DA INTELIGÊNCIA ARTIFICIAL COMO MECANISMO DE TREINAMENTO NA FORMAÇÃO MÉDICA EM ÁREAS REMOTAS DE GOIÁS: UMA PERSPECTIVA DE DESENVOLVIMENTO SOCIAL
Authors: Mendanha Thalles Sabino , Santos Sonilda Aparecida de Fátima , De Jesus Edna Maria
Published: February 2025

A crescente demanda por profissionais de saúde qualificados em áreas remotas apresenta desafios significativos, principalmente, na formação de médicos. O uso da Inteligência Artificial (IA) é capaz de oferecer uma solução inovadora para superar barreiras de acesso e melhorar a capacitação profissional em regiões isoladas, como as áreas remotas de Goiás. Este artigo buscou explorar a aplicação de ferramentas baseadas em IA na formação médica, destacando os benefícios, desafios e implicações dessa abordagem. A pesquisa utiliza uma metodologia quantitativa/qualitativa, incluindo uma revisão da literatura baseada em estudos de caso para evidenciar a eficácia e as oportunidades de integração da IA no treinamento de profissionais de saúde. Os resultados indicam que a IA pode proporcionar simulações realistas, feedback instantâneo e acessibilidade ampliada, contribuindo para uma formação mais robusta e eficiente.
Gender Incongruence and the Question of Medicalization
Authors: Smith Adam
Published: February 2025

How should Christians in science engage in the gender debate? Much of that debate is about matters of empirical fact: the causes and consequences of what is called “gender incongruence,” and the benefits and harms of various interventions. On the other hand, some thinkers and activists who accept the reality of such facts also deny their relevance, and insist that what matters is simply how a person feels and what a person wants. Neither the “appeal to facts” nor the “appeal to feelings” are legitimate grounds for debating the question of whether gender incongruence is, in some sense, a medical problem to be fixed, or whether it is an identity to be celebrated. Only by making “ethical judgments”—fallible claims about objective values—can we address that question coherently and faithfully.
ARBITRABILITY OF CONCESSION DISPUTES IN SLOVENIA
Authors: Merlak Nastja , Humar Nejs
Published: February 2025

A fundamental question at the beginning of any arbitration is whether any public policy rules prohibit the dispute to be decided by arbitration. As arbitration became a widely accepted alterna- tive to litigation in national courts, the scope of arbitrable disputes was expanded to allow for a wide range of disputes to be resolved through arbitration. The authority to restrict arbitrability lies with the legislator, which generally does so only in cases where it is war- ranted by serious public policy concerns. The Slovenian Arbitration Act is a modern act that provides for a wide concept of arbitrabil- ity. When the Slovenian legislator unexpectedly tried to restrict the arbitrability of concession disputes by adopting an authentic inter- pretation of law restricting arbitrability for concession disputes, it created significant uncertainty for the parties who have included an arbitration clause in their concession contracts or who were consid- ering doing so. The Slovenian Constitutional Court confirmed that the authentic interpretation of law cannot be used to give binding interpretations on how to rule in specific cases because it would undermine the core principle of the separation of powers and inde- pendence of judges. While it has now been settled that the authentic interpretation should not be applied, it nevertheless remains a skel- eton in the legislator’s closet since the legislator had not expressly invalidated or retracted the authentic interpretation.
SELECTED CHALLENGES AND PARTICULARITIES OF ARBITRATION IN CZECHIA
Authors: Bříza Petr , Cienciala René
Published: February 2025

Arbitration in Czechia has historical roots tracing back to the First Czechoslovak Republic. However, the article explores mainly the recent evolution of Czech arbitration law, addressing topics such as interim measures and significant developments in the conduct of arbitral proceedings, including the unusual role of the country’s Code of Civil Procedure or arbitrators’ duty to instruct the parties, separability of arbitration agreement, competence-competence matters, disclosures and disqualification of arbitrators, or the enforcement of arbitral awards. The authors argue that despite Czechia not being formally a fully UNCITRAL Model Law compliant jurisdiction, the country nowadays offers a globally competitive environment for arbitration, driven by recent pro-arbitration case law and experienced professionals, making it a viable seat of arbitration on the international stage.
A guide to enteral feeding tubes
Authors: Scholefield Ruby
Published: February 2025

Enteral feeding allows adequate nutritional support to be delivered to a patient
via a feeding tube. There are a multitude of reasons why enteral feeding may be the most
suitable method of feeding a hospitalised animal. This article provides a general
overview of the three main feeding tubes used in veterinary practice: the
naso-oesophageal tube, the oesophagostomy tube and the percutaneous endoscopic
gastrostomy tube. It also discusses how to appropriately choose, use and care for these
tubes.
Surgical safety checklists
Authors: Aristidou Theona
Published: February 2025

A standardised approach to perioperative checks ensures that all
elements of a surgical procedure are considered. Surgical safety checklists
(SSCs) increase patient safety by helping to improve communication between
team members and decrease some of the risks associated with surgery and
anaesthesia. SSCs are clear, concise and easy to use, and help avoid
confusion around practice protocols. However, their implementation requires
team collaboration and willingness to learn. This article highlights the
importance of SSCs and why they should form part of practice protocols.
Keywords surgical safety,
Care of a seizuring brachycephalic dog with aspiration pneumonia A case study and
patient care proposal
Authors: Foley Emma
Published: February 2025

A 4-year-old French bulldog presented with status epilepticus. Blood tests
revealed hyperlactataemia, hyperglycaemia and respiratory alkalosis. The dog later
developed aspiration pneumonia. Risk factors for aspiration pneumonia in veterinary
patients include decreased mentation, neurological diseases and brachycephaly. Oxygen
therapy is imperative, with oxygen cages being most effective. An oxygen hood would be
unsuitable for this patient due to the risk of hyperthermia. Nasal prongs would also be
unsuitable due to the risk of increased intracranial pressure and the difficulty of
placing them in brachycephalic breeds. Oxygenation should be monitored, as dogs with
aspiration pneumonia can decompensate quickly; if unresponsive to oxygen
supplementation, more intensive support should be considered. Humidification is required
for long-term oxygen therapy, which can be provided through nebulisation. Veterinary
nurses (VNs) can use the modified Glasgow Coma Scale to monitor the patient's
neurological status. The patient's blood abnormalities may be caused by seizure
activity; these parameters should be rechecked to ensure improvement. Cooling measures
may be required to treat the hyperthermia. The obtunded patient requires additional
nursing interventions, such as padded bedding, position changes, urinary catheterisation
or bladder expression, and eye lubrication. Treatment for aspiration pneumonia includes
intravenous fluid therapy. VNs can calculate and provide fluids, monitor the patient's
hydration and perfusion status and adjust the fluid rate as necessary. Urine output can
aid this assessment. Blood pressure may be raised as a consequence of status
epilepticus, which can increase intracranial pressure. If this occurs, immediate action
must be taken to reduce intracranial pressure, which may include the administration of
hyperosmolar agents and nursing interventions such as elevating the head and minimising
stimulation. The VN plays a significant role in in-patient care, which can be intensive
for the emergency patient. The dedicated VN can contribute significantly to patient
wellbeing and recovery.
An RVN's guide to clinical coaching
Authors: Lovvorn Bethan
Published: February 2025

Being a clinical coach is both challenging and rewarding. Each
veterinary nursing student needs a different teaching approach, so this
article aims to give you the tools and knowledge to help every student
veterinary nurse under your supervision complete their training course and
join you on the Register of Veterinary Nurses.
Reducing patient stress in practice
Authors: Davy Katie
Published: February 2025

The term ‘fear-free’ veterinary practice can be misleading because we
cannot guarantee a truly fear-free experience for all patients, as the
majority will experience some level of stress or anxiety during a visit to a
practice. This anxiety can start before the patient even leaves their home
and escalate when they reach the practice, which is an unfamiliar and often
fear-evoking environment. This article aims to provide a guide to reducing
stress for patients through changes to practice techniques and protocols to
create more positive patient experiences. As veterinary nurses, we can help
manage our patients' stress levels by using evidencebased research to
develop positive approaches to patient visits and, particularly, inpatient
stays. This involves a whole-team approach, with a focus on creating and
maintaining more positive experiences.
The impact of sole-charge veterinary nursing on patient care
Authors: Thompson Hannah
Published: February 2025

The current shortage of veterinary professionals and low staff retention rates
mean veterinary nurses (VNs) can find themselves taking on extra responsibilities,
covering shifts and managing day-to-day tasks on their own. Sole-charge nursing can be a
good opportunity for VNs to use their skills and have autonomy with patients. However,
working alone for long periods of time may have negative effects on a VN's ability to
provide a high standard of care. The increased workload can challenge their work–life
balance and put stress on their mental and physical wellbeing. VNs in highly stressful
situations are at risk of developing compassion fatigue or burnout from trying to keep
up with the demands of clients and employers. It then becomes more difficult for them to
care about situations they previously recognised as important, which can be detrimental
to patient care. What were once considered priorities can become overlooked or mistakes
can be made, such as drawing up the incorrect drug dose or snapping at a patient. This
article highlights the reasons VNs find themselves in sole charge of patient care, the
signs of burnout and compassion fatigue in VNs, and the potential effect of sole-charge
veterinary nursing on patients.
Transferable skills and teamwork
Authors: Taylor Nicholas
Published: February 2025

The author began his career as an RVN before retraining to become a
radiographer in the NHS. In this article, he reflects on his later return to
the veterinary profession as a radiographer in a referral hospital. The
article also discusses the skills that are transferable between the
veterinary and human healthcare professions and what the two professions can
learn through collaboration.
Critical nursing care of feline urethral obstruction
Authors: Haslam Cyndi
Published: February 2025

This case study describes a male domestic shorthair cat with urethral
obstruction (UO). The cat was catheterised by its primary care practice,
hospitalised for the day and then transferred to the out-of-hours (OOH)
provider. On admission of the patient, a urine collection set was in place
with the clamp closed, which occluded the urine flow. There was no evidence
of urine in the system, despite it having been placed several hours
previously. The patient was stuporous and had severe metabolic acidosis, and
was given a grave prognosis. Unfortunately, due to the patient's critical
condition and financial constraints, it was euthanased within 1 hour of
admission.
The 11th Nordic Music Therapy Conference ‘Let's face the music’
Authors: Wong Sunny Yat-Cheong , Pakdeesatitwara Napak
Published: February 2025

The 11th Nordic Music Therapy Conference ‘Let's face the music’ 26–29 June 2024, Aalborg, Denmark
Sistem Identifikasi Kesegaran Ikan Berbasis Android Menggunakan Convolutional Neural Network (CNN)
Authors: Justam Justam , Takbir Muh. Nashir , Umar Sitti Mawaddah , Erlita Erlita , Lewa Revah Oktria
Published: February 2025

Ikan merupakan sumber protein hewani penting dengan kandungan vitamin dan mineral esensial yang tinggi. Sebagai negara kepulauan, Indonesia memiliki potensi perikanan yang besar, namun masih banyak masyarakat yang kesulitan membedakan ikan segar dan tidak segar. Penelitian ini mengembangkan sistem berbasis Android untuk mengidentifikasi kesegaran ikan menggunakan Convolutional Neural Network (CNN). Model dilatih dengan 540 sampel gambar dalam tiga kategori (segar, baik, dan tidak layak) dengan resolusi 256 × 256 piksel RGB. CNN yang digunakan terdiri dari tiga lapisan konvolusi dan dua fully connected layer, dengan optimizer Adam dan fungsi aktivasi ReLU serta Softmax. Model dilatih di Google Colaboratory, lalu dikonversi ke TensorFlow Lite untuk diterapkan pada Android. Hasil pengujian menunjukkan akurasi 98% pada data uji dan 96,67% pada aplikasi Android dengan 60 sampel baru, membuktikan sistem mampu berfungsi dengan baik dalam mengidentifikasi kesegaran ikan
R WE ready for reimbursement? A round up of developments in real-world evidence relating to health technology assessment: part 18
Authors: Arora Paul , Ramagopalan Sreeram V
Published: February 2025

In this update, we discuss recent publications examining the use of real-world data as a measure of treatment effectiveness in submissions to the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence, the results of a pilot study from the Coalition to Advance Real-World Evidence initiative and a validation study of synthetic data.
Sociological Considerations on Organized Violence
Authors: Rosato Valeria
Published: February 2025

At the end of the Cold War, a lively public and academic debate arose on the nature of contemporary armed conflicts, their transformations, and their supposed novelty compared to previous wars. Numerous definitions were coined to mark these changes: ethnic, predatory, criminal, postmodern, hybrid, asymmetric, etc. By analysing a long-term model based on the historical dynamics of organised violence developed by the sociologist Malešević, we seek to show that the exponential growth of bureaucratic and ideological apparatuses within modern societies are at the root of the steady increase in organised violence, and consequently that the phenomenon of war, as the case of the Russian-Ukrainian war demonstrates, has not undergone such radical transformations as to justify any paradigm shift.
Cowboy Metaphysics
Authors: French Peter A.
Published: February 2025

For many of us, the image of the cowboy hero facing off against the villain dominates our memories of the movies. Peter French examines the world of the western, one in which death is annihilation, the culmination of life, and there is nothing else. In that world he finds alternatives to Judeo-Christian traditions that dominate our ethical theories, alternatives that also attack the views of the most prominent ethicists of the past three centuries. More than just a meditation on the portrayal of the good, the bad, and the ugly on the big screen, French's work identifies an attitude toward life that he claims is one of the most distinctive and enduring elements of American culture.
Repentance
Authors: Etzioni Amitai
Published: February 2025

There is no consensus about what someone who has violated society's rules must do in order to be fully restored to the community. Although repentance is a prominent idea in religions ranging from Judaism, Christianity, and Islam to Buddhism and Hinduism, its use in civic culture is vague and inconsistent. For example, is remorse the same as repentance? Drawing from a variety of religious and civic perspectives, the renowned contributors to this book_from the fields of theology, philosophy, and the social sciences_offer a broad understanding of repentance and its many applications. The essays question the legitimacy of repentance as a religious concept for the civic culture, exploring the way in which the religious origins of repentance might both illuminate and facilitate our civic usage of the idea. Excellent for theologians, philosophers, moral ethicists, and anyone asking, ' Who deserves a second chance?'
Sexual Orientation and Human Rights
Authors: Thomas Laurence , Levin Michael
Published: February 2025

What rights govern heterosexual and homosexual behaviors? Two distinguished philosophers debate this important issue in Sexual Orientation and Human Rights. Laurence Thomas argues that a society which has the constitutional resources to protect hate groups can protect homosexuals without valorizing the homosexual life-style. He defends the view that the Bible cannot warrant the venom that, in the name of religion, is often expressed against homosexuals. Michael Levin defends the unorthodox view that the aversion some people experience toward homosexuality deserves respect. He further argues that while homosexuals enjoy the same rights as others to be free of violence and discrimination, they do not have more extensive rights.
System, Structure, and Contradiction
Authors: Friedman Jonathan
Published: February 2025

The first edition of System, Structure, and Contradiction was an important step in merging the materialist determinism of the structuralist Marxists with the cultural, ideological approach favored by anthropologists. By reconciling these two traditionally warring schools of thought, the author provided a more nuanced understanding of the various factors that drive social change and social complexity. Though viewed through the lens of an ethnographic and historical case study of the Kachin of Burman, Friedman's theory has had a major impact on the work of archaeologists, anthropologists, world-systems scholars, and Marxist theorists alike. This new edition of Friedman's much-cited work contains the full text of the original volume (never published in North America) along with two related articles by the author, and a comprehensive new introduction that brings his theoretical notions, and the debate over this book, to the present. A classic work of anthropological and social theory, it will be of interest to scholars and their advanced students in anthropology and related disciplines.
Impressions of Cuba in the Nineteenth Century
Authors: Dimock Joseph Judson , Perez Louis A.
Published: February 2025

Joseph J. Dimock's descriptions of Cuba in his travel diary provide a remarkable firsthand view of a fascinating period in the island's history. In the mid-nineteenth century, the United States was pursuing manifest destiny. The war with Mexico had resulted in a vast increase of national territory, and many north Americans wanted Cuba as the next acquisition. In addition to annexationist plots, Cuban life was marked by slave conspiracies, colonial insurrections, economic expansion, and political intrigue. Impressions of Cuba in the Nineteenth Century describes the social, economic and political conditions in the 1850s. Dimock's entries of his travels and observations as an American reveal details of Cuban agriculture, plant life, and natural resources. The diary also provides elaborate accounts of the sugar industry, extensive commentary on the daily live of slaves, Spaniards, and Cubans. Dimock's curiosity led him around the island, into prisons, salons, and other unusual places, resulting in a wide-ranging account of Cuban life.

Impressions of Cuba in the Nineteenth Century provides a highly accessible, entertaining, and insightful look at Cuba.
The Influence of Faith
Authors: Abrams Elliott
Published: February 2025

Realists have long argued that the international system must be based on hard calculations of power and interest. But in recent years, religion's role on the international scene has grown. The Influence of Faith examines religion as a growing factor in world politics and U.S. foreign policy. Particular attention is placed on the American reaction to the persecution of Christians and Jews overseas, as well as the role of faith-based groups such as missionary and relief organizations in the formulation and implementation of U.S. policy. The Influence of Faith considers these timely issues from diverse points of view, offering broad historical analysis as well as concrete examples taken from current affairs.
Two Strategies for Europe
Authors: Bozo Frédéric , Emanuel Susan
Published: February 2025

This timely book explores the often stormy French-U.S. relationship and the evolution of the Atlantic Alliance under the presidency of Charles de Gaulle (1958D1969). The first work on this subject to draw on previously inaccessible material from U.S. and French archives, the study offers a comprehensive analysis of Gaullist policies toward NATO and the United States during the 1960s, a period that reached its apogee with de GaulleOs dramatic decision in 1966 to withdraw from NATOOs integrated military arm. This launched the French policy of autonomy within NATO, which has since been adapted without having been abandoned. De GaulleOs policy often has been caricatured by admirers and detractors alike as an expression of nationalism or anti-Americanism. Yet Frederic Bozo argues that although it did reflect the GeneralOs quest for grandeur, it also, and perhaps more important, stemmed from a genuine strategy designed to build an independent Europe and to help overcome the system of blocs. Indeed, the author contends, de GaulleOs actions forced NATO to adapt to new strategic realities. Retracing the different phases of de GaulleOs policies, Bozo provides valuable insight into current French approaches to foreign and security policy, including the recent attempt by President Chirac to redefine and normalize the France-NATO relationship. As the author shows, de GaulleOs legacy remains vigorous as France grapples with European integration, a new role within a reformed NATO, and relations with the United States.
Growing up Untouchable in India
Authors: Moon Vasant , Omvedt Gail , Zelliot Eleanor
Published: February 2025

In this English translation, Moon's story is usefully framed by apparatus necessary to bring its message to even those taking their first look at South Asian culture...The result is an easy to digest short-course on what it means to be a Dalit, in the words of one notable Dalit.'-Journal of Asian Studies
The Truth about Special Education
Authors: Cimera Robert Evert
Published: February 2025

Few parents and educators understand special education_its terms, philosophies, and process. This easy-to-read book contains a step-by-step discussion of the special education process and has hundreds of additional resources for parents including professional organizations, support groups, and useful websites. It will help parents and students minimize the inevitable anxiety associated with enrolling in a special education program. They will also gain insight into the legal rights and responsibilities associated with having a child in special education and learn how to develop effective educational plans and strategies for building effective educational teams along with basic information regarding common disabilities. Primarily written for family members of children with disabilities, this book will also be useful for educators who are unfamiliar with special education as well as special educators who are new to the field.
Superintendent Evaluation Handbook
Authors: DiPaola Michael F. , Stronge James H.
Published: February 2025

Superintendent evaluation is a unique process that is often neglected but critical in this era of accountability. This invaluable guide provides an overview of the entire process, including: crafting board policy, criteria for good policy, and prototype policy. It identifies the unique challenges posed by the evaluation process and describes a three-tiered model of evaluation. This model is anchored in the professional standards for superintendency established by the American Association of School Administrators (AASA), the National School Boards Association (NSBA) Key Work of School Boards, the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) Standards, and the National Technology Standards for School Administrators. Numerous sample forms are included to assist school districts in creating a customized evaluation protocol to enhance performance. Suggestions on next steps for the reader conclude the book and additional resources are described in the annotated bibliography. This handbook will be of interest to superintendents, school board members, and professionals involved in the development and support of superintendents.