bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Enabling Trust in an E-Learning Ontology Through Provenance
Authors: Pandey Rajiv , Srivastava Nidhi , Bajpai Amit Kumar
Published: November 2023

E-learning is the acquisition and application of knowledge that is primarily provided and assisted through electronic means. Ontology is the pillar on which the semantic web stands. They provide a common framework for organizing and sharing knowledge, making it easier for machines to process and make inferences from data. The proliferation of online content has made it increasingly difficult to differentiate between true and false information. This underscores the importance of evaluating the credibility of documents within the semantic web. Provenance can help in this as it refers to a collection of records that shed light on the activities, participants, and entities involved in creating, updating, and utilizing web-based data. In this chapter, the authors have used PROV-DM model to add provenance to our academic ontology which will help in building trust. The system generates effective decision and trustworthiness results, supporting users in retrieving authentic and up-to-date information.
The Complexities of Conducting Public Health Research on Minority Populations
Authors: Huff Allison J. , Burrell Darrell Norman , McLester Quatavia , Crowe Margaret J. , Springs Delores , Ingle Aleha M. , Zanganeh Kiana S. , Richardson Kevin , Jones Laura Ann , Omotoye Elizabeth I.
Published: November 2023

The study focuses on ethical, cultural, and research into the public health sector. The content analysis of research identifies disproportionate knowledge of implications affecting the misappropriated, disenfranchised, and institutionalized minority segments of the general population affected by COVID-19 cases. Historic mistreatment of minority individuals, inmates, and the military has left a lasting negative impression of clinical research on minority groups. In 1932, the United States Public Health Service (USPHS) began a public health research study on the lethality of syphilis using African American men from Macon County, Alabama as research subjects. Referred to as the Tuskegee Syphilis Studies (or Tuskegee Experiments), researchers monitored 600 subjects, 399 of which were previously infected with the syphilis bacteria. This paper looks at the historical contexts of the lack of bioethics during Tuskegee Experiments and how it currently influences African-Americans reluctance early on to get the COVID-19 vaccines and reluctance to participate in clinical trials research.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Among Police Officers is a Public Health and Safety Crisis
Authors: McGrath Grace E. , Burrell Darrell Norman
Published: November 2023

This chapter discusses how post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among police officers is a public health and safety crisis. Given the prevalence of PTSD among police officers and its potential impact on their lives, police organizations and supervisors must implement measures to support officers struggling with the disorder. It is also essential for supervisors and co-workers to be aware of the signs and symptoms of PTSD, as this can help them to identify officers who are at risk and provide them with the necessary support and resources. This chapter explores emerging and proven interventions to help those in law enforcement facing PTSD.
Telehealth Technology, Business, and Marketing Strategy Approaches for Mental Health Practices as a Result of COVID-19
Authors: Burrell Darrell Norman , Huff Allison J. , McLester Quatavia , Springs Delores , Mairs-Levy Judith-Jolie , Crowe Margaret J. , Richardson Kevin , Zanganeh Kiana S. , Omotoye Elizabeth I. , Jones Laura A.
Published: November 2023

The pandemic exacerbated pre-existing mental health issues. These people are more likely to develop anxiety, sadness, and PTSD. The pandemic may also harm at-risk mental health patients. Pandemic-related financial difficulty increases the risk of mental health issues like sadness and anxiety. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated anxiety, depression, and PTSD, according to the literature. Social separation also makes accessing mental health care harder. Given the pandemic's increasing mental health service demand, this is worrying. Pre-existing and at-risk mental health issues are more likely to be affected by the epidemic. This research examines the potential of telemedicine to provide care to underserved communities and those needing increased mental health care due to COVID-19.
Portfolio Analysis of COVID-19-Related Patents Using CRITIC-Based TOPSIS Approach
Authors: Altuntas Fatma
Published: November 2023

Many firms are unaware of which patent is comparatively more important in their patent portfolio. A firm needs to prioritize patents in terms of effective management of its patent portfolio and efficient allocation of resources. The COVID-19 pandemic was one of the most impactful disasters affecting daily human life in the last century. It is critical to evaluate and prioritize technologies developed to reduce the impact of this pandemic. To this end, patents related to COVID-19 are prioritized with the CRITIC-based TOPSIS approach in this study. 935 patents-related data were obtained from the USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) patent database. To the best of the authors' knowledge, there is no study in the literature that uses the CRITIC-based TOPSIS approach to prioritize patents for the COVID-19 pandemic. The results of this study showed decision-makers and investors can consider technologies related to anti-infectives, medicinal preparations containing organic active substances, and medicinal preparations with a special physical form as investment options.
Restoring Archival Materials Through Digitalization South Africa
Authors: Netshakhuma Nkholedzeni Sidney
Published: November 2023

This book chapter assesses the process of restoring archives materials in South Africa. South Africa experience the disaster of loss of archives materials as results of human factors and natural disasters. This led to loss of institutional memory. The researcher utilized literature review to assess archives materials created or received by an organisation. To address the issue of loss of institution, the country has developed and worked towards implementing several policies, strategies, action plans, and projects aimed at responding to and addressing climate change mitigation. Those interventions include raising awareness, training, conferences, publications, and the development of disaster control plans.
The Effect of Humanitarian Aid on Logistics Companies' Marketing
Authors: Gidener Nazlı Gülfem , Kartal Damla , Koca Burak , Çevir Aleyna
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this book chapter is to understand and analyze the impact of logistics companies' contributions to humanitarian logistics on company marketing. The analysis of logistics processes tells us what kind of results will emerge in the stages of humanitarian aid logistics. The humanitarian aid logistics and corporate social responsibility contribution to logistics companies is analyzed. It is important for the research to be conducted to investigate the logistics performance criteria and to emphasize their importance especially through trying times such as COVID-19 epidemic. These operations enable companies to truly utilize crises and unfortunately disasters as tools and opportunity for improvement and growth. Evaluating the performance criteria of the company and its employees and measuring their contribution to the brand image of the company is very important in this book chapter which enables companies to improve their brand image.
Exploring the Intersection and Crisis of Urban Sustainability, Policy, and Digital Health
Authors: Richardson Kevin , Burrell Darrell Norman
Published: November 2023

In recent years, advances in digital health have enabled researchers and clinicians to develop innovative solutions to address health disparities in urban areas, particularly in underserved communities. Digital health technologies have been leveraged to improve access to health services, reduce health disparities, and promote urban sustainability. Digital health interventions can improve access to health care, provide education and information about health, and support self-management of health conditions. Digital health interventions are also increasingly used to improve health literacy and reduce health disparities. This chapter explores the utility of these new technologies to address health disparities, promote health innovation, improve health outcomes, and improve urban sustainability.
Securing Digital Ecosystems
Authors: Casillo Mario , Colace Francesco , Gupta Brij B. , Marongiu Francesco , Santaniello Domenico
Published: November 2023

Industries are evolving towards an integral digitisation of their processes. In the face of ever-faster market demands and ever-increasing quality, information technology (IT) progress represents the only solution to these needs. Industry 4.0 was born with this focus, where cybernetic systems interact with each other to achieve, efficiently, a predetermined goal. The whole process takes place with minimal, or in some cases total, absence of human intervention, leaving the systems to interact in full autonomy. This approach commonly falls under the internet of things (IoT) paradigm, in which all objects, regardless of size and functionality, are connected in a standard network exchanging information. In this sense, objects acquire intelligence because they can modify their behaviours based on the data they receive and transmit.
IoT-Based Economic Flame Detection Device for Safety
Authors: Satapathy Suchismita
Published: November 2023

Mainly fires are of three types (i.e., ground, surface, and crown fire), which occur as wild land/forest fire, residential fire, building fire, and others. The number and effect of fires are an outcome of global warming, extinction of species, and climate change. To battle against these parameters/disasters, it is important to take on an exhaustive and complex methodology that empowers nonstop situational mindfulness and moment responsiveness. The outcome is unrecoverable and dangerous to the climate, environment, people's lives, and causes economic losses. The issues/barriers in the detection of fire are discussed here. For that, the authors have identified and ranked those challenges by using the best worst method. They have designed an automatic fire alarm detector at sensitive sites as one of the preventive steps to avoid the hazard. It can detect heat in a specific environment, raise an alert, turn off the building's mains, and even spray water to minimize the intensity of the fire.
Building Sustainable Smart Cities Through Cloud and Intelligent Parking System
Authors: Sharma Monika , Sharma Manju , Sharma Neerav , Boopathi Sampath
Published: November 2023

This chapter discusses the role of cloud computing and intelligent parking systems in sustainable smart cities, addressing challenges like traffic congestion, pollution, and resource inefficiency. These technologies enhance urban mobility, reduce environmental impact, and improve quality of life in cities facing rapid urbanization worldwide. This chapter offers a thorough analysis of the integration of cloud computing and intelligent parking systems in sustainable urban development, highlighting successful implementations and lessons learned. It also explores potential future developments and policy considerations to facilitate widespread adoption of these technologies, highlighting the importance of global best practices.
Unsupervised Learning Techniques for Vibration-Based Structural Health Monitoring Systems Driven by Data
Authors: Colace Francesco , Gupta Brij B. , Lorusso Angelo , Troiano Alfredo , Santaniello Domenico , Valentino Carmine
Published: November 2023

Structural damage detection is a crucial issue for the safety of civil buildings, which are subject to gradual deterioration over time and at risk from sudden seismic events. To prevent irreparable damage, the scientific community has directed its attention toward developing innovative methods for structural health monitoring (SHM), which can provide a timely and reliable assessment of structural conditions. In this domain, the significance of unsupervised learning approaches has grown considerably, as they enable the identification of structural irregularities solely based on data obtained from intact structures to train statistical models. Despite the importance of studies on unsupervised learning methods for structural health monitoring, no reviews are specifically dedicated to this topic, considering the application part. The review of studies, therefore, made it possible to highlight the progress achieved in this field and identify areas where improvements could still be made to develop increasingly accurate and effective methods for structural damage detection.
Forecasting Cyber Crime in the Metaverse Era
Authors: Elshenraki Hossam Nabil
Published: November 2023

One of the digital transformation features of the new generation of cyber world is the meta verse. It is expected to establish a self-sustainable virtual ecosystem of fully immersive environments, real-time experiences with numerous chances to interact with the world for users and industrial businesses. With the introduction of new networks and enabling technological tools, the meta verse will succeed in the long term. However, with increasing interaction using new meta verse and a lot of third-party services, there would be an arena for many possibilities of cybercrime threats. Hence, combating cybercrimes is critical for the meta verse, and they should be investigated since the commercial adoption of the meta verse is imminent. Therefore, this chapter discusses many cybercrime methods and techniques which are expected in the meta verse environment, (AI) related cyber-attacks are expected, and solutions to the meta verse is possible.
Future Cybercrimes in the Metaverse
Authors: Alawadhi Ibtesam Mohammed
Published: November 2023

In an emerging era of virtual reality, cybercrimes become a significant challenge. The metaverse is a digital realm where people can socialize, work, play, invest, learn, entertain, and much more. The nature of the metaverse raises the concerns of cybercrimes. In this chapter, a deep understanding of potential threats is discussed. Several threats will be highlighted, such as virtual identity theft and impersonation, virtual real estate frauds, malware and ransomware, virtual espionage, advanced phishing, and social engineering. To forecast these threats, insights from cybercrimes are adapted and extrapolated to fit the unique environment of the metaverse. This will guide law enforcement, technical people, policymakers, regulators, and researchers.
The Future of Cyber-Crimes and Cyber War in the Metaverse
Authors: Saharan Sameer , Singh Shailja , Bhandari Ajay Kumar , Yadav Bhuvnesh
Published: November 2023

The future of cybercrimes and cyber warfare in the metaverse is a topic of concern. Understanding the emerging landscape is crucial. With technological advancements and the pervasive influence of the metaverse, new cyber threats have emerged. This chapter provides an overview of challenges and ramifications associated with cybercrimes and cyber warfare in the metaverse. It explores evolving cyber threats in the metaverse, considering AI, machine learning, and quantum computing. Cybercrimes include virtual asset theft, identity theft, phishing, harassment, and online extortion. Cyber warfare in the metaverse involves state-sponsored attacks, espionage, information warfare, and manipulation of virtual defense systems. Robust cybersecurity measures, collaboration among stakeholders, and cyber literacy are essential to mitigate risks.
Potential Threats
Authors: Khalifa Ehab
Published: November 2023

Throughout history, terrorism has adeptly leveraged technological advancements to further its ominous objectives. As societies have evolved, so too have the methods employed by extremists. From the early utilization of print media to spread propaganda, to the more recent harnessing of social media platforms for recruitment and radicalization, terrorist groups have consistently exploited the cutting edge of available technology. Now, with the dawn of the Metaverse, terrorism is about to be at another pivotal intersection. This digital realm, characterized by immersive virtual environments and complex interactivity, offers a new frontier for these malevolent actors. The metaverse not only provides concealed platforms for communication and coordination, but also introduces potential grounds for training, recruitment, and even virtual staging of attacks. As we venture deeper into this digital epoch, it's imperative that we remain vigilant, recognizing that as technology advances, so too will the tactics of those intent on using it for harm.
Machine Learning-Based Prediction Analysis of Unlawful Activities to Aid Law Enforcement
Authors: Mahesh Vijayalakshmi G. V. , Hiremath Shilpa , Prabha R. Chandra
Published: November 2023

One of our society's most significant and pervasive issues is crime. Numerous crimes are perpetrated often each day. The development of policing strategies and the implementation of crime prevention and control depend greatly on crime prediction. The most popular prediction technique right now is machine learning. Little research, however, has rigorously contrasted various machine learning approaches for crime prediction. The dataset in this instance consists of the date and the annual crime rate for the corresponding years. The crime rate used in this project is only based on robberies. Utilising historical data, the authors employ the linear and random forest regression algorithms to estimate future crime rates. The algorithm receives the date as input, and the result is the total number of crimes that year.
A Comprehensive Exploration of Machine Learning and IoT Applications for Transforming Water Management
Authors: Kaur Mandeep , Aron Rajni , Wadhwa Heena , Tandon Righa , Oo Htet Ne , Sandhu Ramandeep
Published: November 2023

Water scarcity and environmental concerns have become pressing issues in the modern world, necessitating innovative approaches to water management. Global issues including water scarcity and environmental concerns now require creative and sustainable approaches to managing water resources. This chapter will examine how the internet of things (IoT) and cutting-edge technologies like machine learning (ML) are revolutionizing the way that water management is done. In this chapter, the effective uses of machine learning in water resource analysis will be examined. Forecasting water demand requires the use of ML algorithms, which help water managers predict consumption trends with accuracy. Predictive analytics can also be used to evaluate the distribution and availability of water, providing information on how to allocate and optimize water resources. The chapter concluded with revolutionary potential of machine learning and the internet of things in modernizing water management practices globally.
Revolutionizing Water Quality Monitoring
Authors: Vanshika Ambati , Kuber B. Ramya , Poojitha Nalluri
Published: November 2023

Safe water is becoming a scarce resource, due to the combined effects of increased population, pollution, and climate changes. Due to the vast increase in global industrial output, rural to urban drift and the over-utilization of land, and high use of fertilizers in farms and sea resources, the quality of water available to people has deteriorated greatly. Around 40% of deaths are caused due to contaminated water in the world. Hence, there is a necessity to ensure supply of purified drinking water for the people both in cities and villages. Smart water quality monitoring systems have gained significant attention due to their ability to enhance water management practices and safeguard water resources. These systems integrate advanced technologies such as IoT sensors, data analytics, and machine learning algorithms to continuously monitor and assess water quality parameters in real-time. Smart water quality monitoring harnesses cutting-edge technologies, including internet of things (IoT), sensors, and data analytics, to revolutionize traditional water quality assessment methods.
Data-Driven Aquatics
Authors: Dankan Gowda V. , Sharma Anil , Tanguturi Rama Chaithanya , Prasad K. D. V. , Kotwal Vasifa Sameer
Published: November 2023

The water management industry has undergone a sea change since the advent of machine learning (ML) and internet of things (IoT) technology. In this chapter, the utilization of ML and IoT applications for assisting with the fundamentals of water management data gathering and preprocessing will be explored. In order to make educated decisions toward water sustainability, sensors and gadgets connected to the IoT have improved monitoring and evaluation of water resources. In the initial paragraphs, the primary focus of the chapter is introduced: the importance of data collection in water management and the challenges of using traditional data collection techniques. However, before the data acquired from these sensors can be used for analysis and modeling, it must frequently undergo some form of preprocessing. Important data preparation tasks including data cleansing, outlier identification, and data fusion are discussed in this chapter. The reliability of future ML algorithms is enhanced by preprocessing the data to verify its correctness and consistency.
Design of IoT-Based Automatic Rain-Gauge Radar System for Rainfall Intensity Monitoring
Authors: Setiawan Ahmad Budi , Ruhiyat Danny Ismarianto , Syamsuddin Aries , Waluyo Djoko , Ardison Ardison
Published: November 2023

The occurrence of climate change has become a global problem. These environmental problems then cause many problems for human life such as crop failure in the agricultural sector, the loss of many animal species that are beneficial to human life either directly or indirectly, seasonal changes, and even the occurrence of droughts and irregular season, so this will be difficult activity of human life. Therefore, a rain gauge is needed, which is a tool used to measure rainfall in a location at a certain period of time. This information can be used for various purposes in the community. However, the information generated by these devices also affects the quality of wireless signal transmissions such as free space optics (FSO), GSM, satellite, and outdoor WiFi. This research project aims to create prototypes of IoT-based devices and systems to detect and record rainfall that occurs using a tool created in this research project. The resulting data can be utilized by the community through the website and mobile application.
USO E CONHECIMENTO DE FABACEAE NATIVAS POR MORADORES DE UMA COMUNIDADE LOCALIZADA NA CAATINGA
Authors: Feitosa José Paulo , Menezes Sousa Paulo Regis , De Brito Selma Freire
Published: November 2023

As Fabaceae são um dos grupos de plantas mais abundantes na Caatinga, sendo utilizada pela população local para diversos fins. O objetivo deste estudo foi realizar um levantamento sobre Fabaceae utilizadas pela população da comunidade Sitio Cajarana, em Arneiroz-CE. A pesquisa realizada trata-se de um estudo qualitativo/ quantitativos e os dados foram obtidos através de entrevistas realizadas junto à população do sítio Cajarana.  Após a coleta os dados foram apresentados em gráficos, tabela e quadro, e comparados com a literatura. Os resultados mostraram que a idade da população variou de 18 a mais de 57 anos de idade. Enquanto, o nível de escolaridade, dos participantes foi desde pessoas analfabetas, até com nível superior completo. Todos os entrevistados aprenderam sobre as espécies da família Fabaceae com alguém da família; as espécies mais citadas foram o sabiá e a catingueira. As espécies da família Fabaceae são utilizadas principalmente como lenha, medicinal, madeira para cercas e forragem. Algumas espécies reduziram sua abundância e uma parcela muito pequena da população já atuou na regeneração dessas espécies. Por fim, conclui-se que diferentes espécies da família Fabaceae são utilizadas pelos moradores do sítio Cajarana, para fins medicinais, como combustível e para a construção, sendo necessário atenção na conservação das espécies mais usadas.
RELAÇÃO ENTRE A FUNÇÃO PULMONAR E TEMPO DE DESEMPENHO PROFISSIONAL EM BOMBEIROS MILITARES DE UM GRUPAMENTO NO NOROESTE DO PARANÁ
Authors: Da Silva Paulino Kelvyn Kerlon , Dos Santos Silva José Vinicius , Catarim Fabiano Lilian , Aguera Vieira Luis Fernando
Published: November 2023

Durante o período em que os Bombeiros Militares permanecem no serviço ativo, são expostos a diversos eventos nocivos a saúde, principalmente aos que se referem a capacidade respiratória. Assim, este estudo teve como objetivo identificar possíveis alterações pulmonares relacionadas a profissão bombeiro militar e ao tempo de exercício profissional, em bombeiros pertencentes a um grupamento do norte do Paraná. A amostra foi de 20 militares que responderam a um questionário formulado pelos autores e foram submetidos a um teste de espirometria. Os resultados não mostraram alterações significativas, estando à função pulmonar dentro dos valores preditos, onde a média da capacidade vital forçada (CVF) foi de 95% , o volume expiratório forçado no primeiro segundo (VEF1) média de 88,5%, o índice de Tiffeneau (VEF1/CVF) média de 95,5% , e o pico de fluxo expiratório (PEF) média de 108,5%. Concluiu-se que mesmo expostos a fatores de risco a amostra não apresenta alterações pulmonares, sendo que os fatores externos como uso dos equipamentos de proteção individual e da prática de atividade física auxiliam na prevenção de distúrbios pulmonares.
CARPOTECA DO LABORATÓRIO DIDÁTICO DE BOTÂNICA (DSE/UFPB): POSSIBILIDADES NA PRÁTICA DE ENSINO EM BIOLOGIA DAS PLANTAS VASCULARES
Authors: Machado-Filho Hermes , Lopes David Lucas Amorim , Queiroz Rubens , Lovo Juliana
Published: November 2023

O ensino da botânica é pautado ainda com uma abordagem tradicional, o que provoca desinteresse por parte dos estudantes. A falta de recursos didáticos e a pouca interação entre os alunos e as plantas colaboram com essa problemática. A partir disso, este trabalho propõe discutir sobre diversas informações biológicas e ecológicas que podem ser trabalhadas a partir de uma coleção didática de frutos. Com esse tipo de atividade, o ensino de Botânica pode ser trabalhado de forma investigativa. Foram destacados os principais grupos vegetais, o hábito, os tipos de frutos, a quantidade de sementes produzidas, a síndrome de dispersão e a origem biogeográfica das espécies pertencentes à coleção. A coleção é composta por uma grande diversidade de grupos taxonômicos, mas predominam os espécimes de Fabaceae, grupos arbóreos, compostos por plantas nativas. A maioria dos frutos são secos e deiscentes, polispérmicos e autocóricos. A maioria dos espécimes está preservada em via seca. A carpoteca proporciona uma experiência significativa com a taxonomia vegetal, além de reconhecer estruturas que antes poderiam ser de difícil assimilação. Este trabalho encoraja a formação de carpotecas em escolas e universidades devendo ser utilizada de forma complementar às aulas teóricas.
VULNERABILIDADE CLÍNICO FUNCIONAL E COGNIÇÃO EM IDOSOS RESIDENTES NO CONDOMÍNIO DO IDOSO EM MARINGÁ-PR
Authors: Caroline da Silva Bispo Andressa , Anália Ferreira Geniane , Catarim Fabiano Lilian , Dei Tos Débora
Published: November 2023

Durante o envelhecimento, ocorrem alterações fisiológicas que podem estar acompanhadas de alterações patológicas capazes de levar à perda da independência funcional do idoso, sendo necessário o auxílio de outras pessoas para a realização das atividades básicas e instrumentais da vida diária. Trata-se de um estudo transversal realizado com idosos residentes no condomínio do idoso de Maringá-PR, com o objetivo de avaliar a vulnerabilidade clínico-funcional e a cognição em idosos. Foram aplicados os questionários Vulnerable Elders Survey-13 (VES-13), o Índice de Vulnerabilidade Clínico Funcional (IVCF-20) e o Mini Exame do Estado Mental (MEEM). Após o levantamento dos dados e a realização dos testes, os resultados obtidos foram organizados em tabelas. Os achados apresentados na avaliação concluíram que a maioria dos idosos apresenta-se vulnerável, com risco moderado, e não apresenta demência.
EFEITOS MULTISSISTÊMICOS DO USO DO CIGARRO ELETRÔNICO: REVISÃO NARRATIVA DA LITERATURA
Authors: Dos S. França Maria Eduarda , Dos Santos Amorim Élida , Do Prado Ferreira Letica Salete
Published: November 2023

RESUMO: Objetivou-se verificar os efeitos multissistêmicos do uso do cigarro eletrônico (CE). Trata-se de uma revisão narrativa da literatura, sendo a PubMed a base de dados consultada, mediante descritores “e-cigarrette”; “effects”, incluindo ensaios clínicos randomizados publicados em 2018 a 2023, língua inglesa e disponíveis na íntegra. Foram encontrados 15 artigos, dos quais 13 estavam disponíveis na íntegra e foram incluídos para análise. Os efeitos multissistêmicos causam prejuízos cardiovasculares e pulmonares imediatos, bem como efeitos séricos, psicossociais e educacionais. Utilizar CE provoca efeitos multissistêmicos agudos macro e microestruturais.

Palavras-chave: Cigarro eletrônico. Tabagismo. Efeitos.
FISIOTERAPIA PREVENTIVA: REDUÇÃO DE LESÕES NO FUTEBOL DE ALTO RENDIMENTO
Authors: Rafael Silva de Paula Lucas , Pereira de Sousa Lucas , Grabowski Jorge Luiz
Published: November 2023

Este resumo expandido almeja contribuir com a prática da fisioterapia preventiva, no sentido de evitar a ocorrência de lesões esportivas no futebol de alto rendimento. Para tanto, explora e compara diferentes possibilidades de intervenções e seus respectivos efeitos, de acordo com suas especificidades. Tal pesquisa se insere no contexto da alta incidência de lesões esportivas no futebol, sobretudo ao longo das partidas, em membros inferiores. A metodologia empregada foi a de revisão sistemática de literatura. De forma geral, observaram-se efeitos benéficos e distintos da fisioterapia preventiva na redução de lesões em atletas de futebol de alto desempenho, dependente do grau de adesão aos programas preventivos, das técnicas utilizadas e do período de intervenção.
Taxas de nascimentos prematuros na região Sul do Brasil e sua associação com a pandemia de COVID-19. Uma contribuição ao debate.
Authors: Gandolfo Helena , Rezende da Silva Giovana , Parrilha Mota Furlan Jociely
Published: November 2023

Este estudo se propõe a investigar a prematuridade, uma condição que se caracteriza, de acordo com a definição da Organização Mundial da Saúde (OMS), pelo nascimento que ocorre antes das 37 semanas completas de gestação, e sua potencial relação com a pandemia de COVID -19. Durante o período compreendido entre os anos de 2018 e 2021, na região Sul do Brasil, um exame cuidadoso dos dados disponíveis não revela um aumento notável nas taxas de nascimento prematuros durante o contexto pandêmico. Em suma, as taxas de nascimentos prematuros demonstraram uma estabilidade relativa ao longo deste período temporal, exibindo variações mínimas em diferentes intervalos de semanas de gestação.
Influência dos critérios de seleção de parceiros e do uso de mecanismos de controle no desempenho da relação entre grandes empresas e fornecedores de serviços
Authors: Rengel Rodrigo , Gasparetto Valdirene
Published: November 2023

Objetivo: Este estudo tem como objetivo analisar a influência dos critérios de seleção de parceiros e do uso de mecanismos de controle no desempenho da relação entre grandes empresas brasileiras e seus fornecedores de serviços terceirizados.Método: Realizou-se survey com uma amostra de 89 profissionais de empresas listadas na revista Exame como as maiores em receita de vendas em 2020, os quais foram questionados sobre a relação da sua empresa com o principal fornecedor de serviços, sobre seleção de parceiros, mecanismos de controle e desempenho. A técnica de modelagem de equações estruturais foi aplicada para o teste de hipóteses.Originalidade/Relevância: A relevância deste artigo está em compreender melhor a complementariedade entre a utilização de critérios seleção de parceiros (ex-ante) e de mecanismos de controle (ex-post) no desempenho da relação entre empresas. Pouca atenção têm sido dada aos critérios de seleção de parceiros em pesquisas empíricas, bem como, sobre gestão de relacionamentos interorganizacionais, principalmente no âmbito de relacionamentos com prestadores de serviços, assim, postula-se a originalidade da pesquisa.Resultados: Os resultados revelam que os critérios de seleção dos fornecedores de serviços influenciam positivamente o uso de mecanismos de controle (contratual e relacional) e o desempenho da relação. O uso de mecanismos de controle influencia positivamente o desempenho da relação, assim como faz mediação parcial entre os critérios de seleção de parceiros e o desempenho da relação.Contribuições teóricas/metodológicas/práticas: A pesquisa contribui com a literatura ao sugerir que os critérios de seleção de parceiros, complementados pelo uso de mecanismos de controle, unem iniciativas prévias e monitoramento durante o relacionamento, o que melhora o desempenho da relação.
SARS-CoV-2 pneumonia and Eisenmenger’s Syndrome: doubling the challenge
Authors: Pierucci Paola , De Michele Lucrezia , De Candia Maria Luisa , Barratta Federica , Gregoretti Cesare , Carpagnano Giovanna Elisiana , Misseri Giovanni
Published: November 2023

Eisenmenger’s syndrome (ES) is the most severe phenotype of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) secondary to congenital heart disease. In these cases, a significant systemic-to-pulmonary (left-to-right) shunting triggers the development of pulmonary vascular disease (PVD) and pulmonary hypertension. In cases of acute hypoxemic respiratory failure in patients with ES, high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) oxygen therapy should be considered as a first-line approach in order to avoid pulmonary complications and right ventricular overload related to positive pressure ventilation. Here, we report a case of HFNC use in a patient with COVID-19 infection and ES.
Elucidating diagnostic efficacy and safety of the procedure: cryobiopsy of endobronchial lesions with a flexible bronchoscope
Authors: Sharma Deepak , V Vinay , Saini Jitendra Kumar , Sethi Prabhpreet , Jain Sandeep , Puskar Kumar
Published: November 2023

When compared to conventional forceps biopsy, the use of a flexible cryoprobe allows for the sampling of endobronchial lesions, yielding well-preserved, circumferential, and substantial specimens, resulting in a higher diagnostic yield, as demonstrated in multiple studies. We evaluated the utility of cryobiopsy in the diagnosis of endobronchial lesions as well as its safety profile in this study. This retrospective study included 200 patients who underwent cryobiopsy for bronchoscopically visible endobronchial lesions between March 2016 and July 2022. Cryobiopsy was performed under conscious sedation using a flexible cryoprobe. Data on baseline patient characteristics, post-biopsy bleeding, and final histopathological diagnosis were collected. We evaluated the procedure's diagnostic yield and safety. The majority of the patients were male (84.5%) and the mean age of the patients was 56.96±13.64 years. In our study, the average size of cryobiopsy specimen was 6.8±1.2 mm. In 93% of cases, a definitive diagnosis was established; the most common diagnosis was squamous cell carcinoma of the lung (42.5%), followed by adenocarcinoma (18.5%) and small cell carcinoma (13.5%). Tuberculosis and sarcoidosis were reported in 2.5% and 1% of cases, respectively. In this study, 1% of patients had severe bleeding that required intubation and ICU admission, while 26% had moderate bleeding that was treated with cold saline and local epinephrine instillation. No mortality was reported in the study. Endobronchial cryobiopsy with a flexible bronchoscope is a safe procedure with a high diagnostic yield. This approach, which has a favorable safety profile, holds the promise of improving diagnostic and treatment outcomes in lung cancer and other benign lung diseases.
Social Responsiveness: The Key Ingredient to Achieve Social Accountability in Education and Health Care
Authors: Chhabra Shakuntala , Strasser Roger , Cheu Hoi F.
Published: November 2023

While social accountability (SA) is regarded as an obligation or mandate for medical school administration, it runs the danger of becoming a bureaucratic checkbox. Compassion which leads to social responsiveness (SR), in contrast, is often recognized as an individual characteristic, detached from the public domain. The two, however, complement each other in practice. Institutions must be truly socially accountable, which is possible if there is spontaneous SR to the needs, and is fueled by compassion. Compassion in this article is defined as a “feeling for other people’s sufferings, and the desire to act to relieve the suffering.” Compassion has a long history, whereas SA is more recently described concept that follows the historical development of social justice. SR is the moral or ethical duty of an individual to behave in a way that benefits society. Not everyone feels the need to do something for others. Even if the need is felt, there may be a lack of will to act for the needs or to act effectively to fulfill the needs of society. The reasons are many, some visible and others not. SR provides the basis for being compassionate; hence, medical schools need to include SR as a criterion in their admissions process for student recruitment and inculcate compassion in health professions education and health care. By fostering SR and engaging compassion and self-compassion to achieve SA, we can humanize medical education systems and health care.
Comparative investigation of transport and deposition of nebulized particles in nasal airways following various middle turbinectomy
Authors: Ma R , Tian L , Wang Y , Sun S , Zhang J , Lou M , Hu Z , Gong M , Yang F , Zheng G , Dong J , Zhang Y
Published: November 2023

BACKGROUND: Topical intranasal medication is required following functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS). The optimal particle size of transnasal nebulization aimed at the sinonasal cavities is not conclusive. The current study aims to evaluate the effect of particle size and various surgery scope of middle turbinectomy (MT) on post-full FESS drug delivery to the sinonasal cavities. METHODS: Sinonasal reconstructions were performed from post-full FESS CT scans in 6 chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) patients. Four additional models representing alternative surgery scopes of MT were established from each post-FESS reconstruction for simulation data comparison. Airflow and particle deposition of nebulized delivery were simulated via computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and validated through in vitro experiments. The optimal particle sizes reaching a deposition of at least 75% of the maximum in the targeted regions were identified. RESULTS: The drug deposition rate onto the targeted regions increased following MT, with the greatest deposition following posterior MT (P-MT). Droplets in the range of 18-26 μm reached a deposition of larger than 75% of the maximum onto the targeted regions. Drug delivery rate in the sinonasal cavities varied significantly among individuals and across different types of MT with varying surgical scopes. CONCLUSIONS: This study is the first to investigate the effect of various surgery scope on drug delivery by transnasal nebulization to the sinonasal cavities. The findings strongly affirm the vast potential of transnasal nebulization as an effective post-FESS treatment option. Moreover, it emphasizes that the drug delivery process via atomizers to the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses is highly sensitive to the particle size.
Effect of topical nasal steroids on intra-ocular pressure in a Nepalese population: a tertiary hospital based prospective observational study
Authors: Gyawali B R , Gautam P , Baidya S , Gurung U , Bishowkarma S , Ghimire R , Thapa S , Thapa N , Pradhan B
Published: November 2023

BACKGROUND: Impact of intranasal corticosteroid (INC) on intraocular pressure (IOP) has been a topic of longstanding debate with various studies showing variable results. This study aims to assess the effect of INC on IOP in the Nepalese population in a tertiary hospital of Nepal. METHODOLOGY: This was prospective observational study conducted in a tertiary hospital from May 2021 to November 2022. IOP of patients who met our inclusion criteria were measured before and after 6 weeks of the initiation of INC. Data were collected and compiled in Microsoft Excel. The statistical test was done using SPSS version 25. RESULTS: A total of 48 cases were evaluated. We observed that the mean IOP difference before and after nasal steroid usage exhibited no statistically significant variance: 0.5 mean IOP in the right eye and 0.12 mean IOP in the left eye. CONCLUSIONS: This study proposes that intranasal steroids pose a minimal risk of inducing ocular hypertension in the Nepalese population. Nonetheless, larger cohort studies with extended follow-up durations are warranted to substantiate these findings.
О расслоенной структуре компактных однородных пространств
Authors: Gorbatsevich Vladimir Vitalyevich
Published: November 2023

В статье рассматриваются свойства нескольких расслоений, связанных с компактными однородными пространствами, - натурального, структурного и борелевского. Доказаны некоторые утверждения об элементах этих расслоений, приведены иллюстрирующие их примеры, а также и контрпримеры к некоторым естественно возникающим предположениям.
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Compreendendo os efeitos farmacológicos dos benzodiazepínicos e o impacto negativo na memória
Authors: Brossi Amanda , Oliveira Giovanna , Souza Gnocchi Quintal Vitória , Giorgetti Leandro , Mosena Ferri Civa Maéli
Published: November 2023

Os benzodiazepínicos (BZDs) são uma classe de medicamentos amplamente eficaz no tratamento de doenças, tais quais como ansiedade e insônia, são uma classe de medicamentos que atuam ligando-se aos receptores de BZDs no complexo receptor do ácido gama aminobutírico (GABA) no sistema nervoso central. O GABA é um neurotransmissor inibitório que reduz a atividade neuronal, e os BZDs afetam os receptores GABA-A, sendo alvos de medicamentos hipnóticos, sedativos e anticonvulsivantes. Existem diferentes subtipos de receptores GABA-A com funções variadas, e os BZDs têm afinidade por alguns desses subtipos. Esses medicamentos desempenham um papel importante na modulação da excitabilidade neuronal e da comunicação entre células neurais. Por ser uma classe de medicamento potente seus efeitos adversos também são, portanto é crucial que os pacientes sejam devidamente esclarecidos sobre os riscos e benefícios associados ao uso de BZDs. Além disso, a supervisão por profissionais de saúde, incluindo farmacêuticos, é essencial para assegurar um uso apropriado desses medicamentos. Para minimizar a dependência de BZDs, é importante também considerar alternativas não medicamentosas, como terapia cognitivo-comportamental e ajustes no estilo de vida, especialmente no tratamento de ansiedade e insônia. Em resumo, a avaliação criteriosa do uso de BZDs, levando em conta os potenciais efeitos na memória e cognição, e uma orientação precisa aos pacientes são passos fundamentais para garantir o uso racional e seguro desses medicamentos.
A Phenomenological Study of Barriers and Needs Related to Opioid Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery in Rural Alabama
Authors: Eyer Joshua C. , Won Cho Rong , Sawyer Megan , Luo Yan , Wang Kun , Chipalo Edson , Thomas-Leblanc Gwen , Lee Hee Yun
Published: November 2023

Rural areas with limited access to preventive care, treatment, and recovery services are particularly affected by the opioid crisis. This study identified four rural areas in Alabama that had higher opioid prescription rates than the state and national average. This study explores the views of three groups [healthcare service providers, persons who use/used opioids (PWUO), and community stakeholders] on the barriers to and needs for opioid prevention, treatment, and recovery services using a phenomenological qualitative design. Purposeful and snowball sampling was used to recruit 95 participants across 12 focus groups which were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. A seven-member analysis team conducted a directed content analysis using a semi-structured script and seeded themes with a rigorous plan to promote trustworthiness. Regardless of group type, commonly identified barriers and needs related to rural locality, financial factors, cultural norms, and stigma among others. Prominent needs included education and healthcare coordination. Findings suggest recommendations for community and provider interventions to address the knowledge gaps and recovery needs. They also supported the suitability of the Telehealth Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes, a videoconferencing tool that networks multidisciplinary experts and professionals around specialty topics, as a promising intervention to increase training among providers.
Menilik Perjanjian Kerja Sebagai Perwujudan Terpenuhinya Hak dan Kewajiban Para Pihak
Authors: Jelita Katili Julastrid
Published: November 2023

One of the bases in the employment relationship which gives rise to an engagement or legal relationship for the parties is the employment agreement which gives rise to the rights and obligations of the parties. The existence of work agreements regulated in Law Number 13 of 2003 concerning Employment is expected to realize the rights and obligations of the parties fairly, however in practice this has not been fully fulfilled. The principles of contract law must be fulfilled and in harmony with the principles contained in the employment agreement. These principles include the principle of freedom of contract, the principle of consensualism, the principle of legal certainty, the principle of good faith, the principle of personality, the principle of trust, the principle of legal equality, the principle of balance, the principle of legal certainty, the principle of morals, the principle of decency and the principle of protection. All of these principles are related and cannot be separated.
Optimasi Kenyamanan Suhu Ruangan Melalui Perancangan Otomatisasi Kipas Angin di Masjid Nurhidayatullah Maguwoharjo
Authors: Rachmadi Bagas
Published: November 2023

This research explores a solution to optimise room temperature comfort in Masjid Nurhidayatullah Maguwoharjo. Mosques are susceptible to temperature and humidity fluctuations, which can affect the worship experience of congregants. To address this challenge, the study developed an automated fan system that dynamically responds to environmental changes, such as temperature and congregation density, using DHT22 temperature and PIR sensors to monitor these parameters. The results indicate that the system effectively maintains temperature and humidity within predefined comfort ranges. Additionally, the study incorporated the TM1637 module and LCD I2C 20x4 display to provide users with temperature, humidity, fan speed, and room capacity information. During testing, temperature and humidity fluctuations throughout the day were recorded, along with changes in congregation density during prayer times. The fan speed adjustment results were reflected in the system's responsiveness to environmental conditions. This research successfully provides an effective solution to enhance comfort in mosques. Therefore, it makes a valuable contribution to the development of automation systems aimed at improving the congregational worship experience and energy efficiency in mosques.