bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Handgrip and functional capacity in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease patients
Authors: Silva Andrea Lúcia Gonçalves da , Garmatz Eduardo , Goulart Cássia da Luz , Carvalho Lisiane Lisboa , Cardoso Dannuey Machado , Paiva Dulciane Nunes
Published: October 2017

Abstract Introduction: In the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) both pulmonary and systemic condition increase dyspnea, intolerance to exercise and inactivity. Objective: To evaluate possible association between Hand Grip Strength (HGS) and the distance covered in the Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Methods: A cross-sectional study that evaluated 34 patients with COPD from moderate to very severe stages. The HGS test was performed with a manual hydraulic dynamometer (Jamar®, California, USA) with three bilateral measures, allowing 60-seconds rest time in-between measurements. Afterwards, the patients were submitted to the 6MWT along a 30-meters level corridor following the rules of the American Thoracic Society. Results: Average age 62.7±7.2 years old, body mass index 26.7±6.9 Kg/m². The value of the HGS in the dominant hand was 28.0±8.7 Kgf and in the non-dominant hand was 26.7±7.7 Kgf (99.2% of the predicted value and 106.3% of the predicted value, respectively). The subjects covered in average 421.0±110.4 meters in the 6MWT and there has been detected direct and significant correlation between the distance covered and the HGS of the dominant hand (r=0,430; p=0,011) and non-dominant (r=0,502; p=0,002). The patients with COPD that presented lower HGS also covered less distance in the 6MWT. Conclusion: The hand grip strength was directly associated with the functional capacity assessed through the distance covered in the Six-Minute Walk Test in the evaluated trial.
Postural alignment of patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Authors: Gonçalves Márcia Aparecida , Francisco Davi de Souza , Medeiros Caroline Semprebom de , Brüggemann Ana Karla Vieira , Mazo Giovana Zarpellon , Paulin Elaine
Published: October 2017

Abstract Introduction: In chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), airflow resistance impairs respiratory mechanics that may compromise postural alignment. There is a lack of studies that have investigated compromised postures and their possible associations with pulmonary function. Objectives: To compare the postural alignment of COPD patients with apparently healthy individuals; To correlate pulmonary function with postural alignment in the COPD group. Methods: 20 COPD patients and 20 apparently healthy individuals performed: anthropometry, spirometry and postural evaluation. The following postural changes were assessed: lateral head tilt (LHT), shoulder asymmetry (SA1), anterior pelvic asymmetry (APA), lateral trunk tilt (LTT), scapular asymmetry (SA2), posterior pelvic asymmetry (PPA), head protrusion (HP), shoulder protrusion (SP), anterior pelvic tilt (APT) and thoracic kyphosis (TK). Results: There was a statistically significant difference between COPD patients and apparently healthy individuals in the following variables: PPT (p= 0.021), APT (p=0.014) and TK (p=0.011). There was a correlation between pulmonary variables and postural alignment in the COPD group: Forced Volume in one second (FEV1% pred) and HP (°) (r=0.488, p=0.029), FEV1 (% pred) and APT (°) (r= -0.472, p= 0.036); Forced Vital Capacity (FVC % pred) and HP (°) (r=0.568, p=0.009); FVC (% pred) and APT (°) (r=-0.461, p=0.041). Conclusion: Postural alignment of the anterior tilt of the right and left pelvis and thoracic kyphosis is different when compared with COPD patients and healthy individuals. There is a relationship between pulmonary function and postural alignment in COPD patients.
Educational approaches focusing on the quality of life of people with chronic kidney disease receiving hemodialysis: an integrative review
Authors: Beraldo Pedro Cezar , Moysés Simone Tetu , Werneck Renata Iani , Araujo Eduardo Santana de , Moysés Samuel Jorge
Published: October 2017

Abstract Introduction: The impact of chronic kidney disease (CKD) on the quality of life of patients receiving hemodialysis is widely studied. Despite the vast amount of literature on the topic, it is still important to investigate the educational approaches related to this population’s quality of life, evolution, and treatment. Objective: To systematically review the literature on educational approaches focusing on people with CKD receiving hemodialysis. Methods: An integrative systematic review of studies published between 2010 and 2015 was conducted using the PubMed, LILACS, PROQUEST, SCIENCEDIRECT, and SciELO databases using the keywords “quality of life and hemodialysis and adults”, with their translation equivalents in Portuguese and Spanish. Results: The studies included in this review investigated biological conditions, treatment adherence, psychosocial conditions, and even spiritual influence. These studies unanimously recognized the validity of educational approaches, be it for treatment adherence, actor´s empowerment, or self-knowledge, as well as the importance of addressing a wider patient view and participatory therapy planning. Conclusion: The quality of life of people with CKD is a widely and differently studied topic, but the number of educational approaches focusing on this group of patients is modest and poorly represented in the existing literature. The few studies that address this topic are in complete agreement about the importance and relevance of educational approaches for people with CKD. We conclude that patient adherence, participation, and empowerment should be considered and encouraged.
Assessment instruments of functioning in Brazilian elderly and the ICF: a systematic review
Authors: Gomes Cíntia Sulino , Buranello Mariana Colombini , Castro Shamyr Sulyvan
Published: October 2017

Abstract Introduction: Under the new conceptual model described by the International Classification of Functioning Disability and Health (ICF) for a biopsychosocial health analysis, it is necessary to consider that it is not arising only from biological conditions, but also environmental, social, cultural and politics involved in this process. Objective: To review the publications that had the Brazilians elderly functioning as outcome by analyzing the instruments used and to verify its consistency with the ICF model. Methods: A systematic review of the Brazilian literature on elderly was performed in SciELO, PubMed, Scopus, and Lilacs databases. Publications starting in 2001, in English, Portuguese or Spanish, studies with experimental design or intervention, having the Brazilian elderly as the only subject. For evaluating the quality of the papers, the Downs and Black checklist were used. Results: From 3070 items first found in the research, 29 articles remained for this study. Of these, 25 instruments were used to measure the eldery functioning. The frequency of the ICF domains were: health condition (0.28%), body structure and function (1.71%), activity (82.34%), participation (3.42%), environmental factors (12.25%) and personal factors (0%). Conclusion: Despite the ICF be much discussed today, it was possible to detect remaining gaps in the studies about the subject. The results of this study indicate that the conceptual model has not being fully and equitably used when it comes to the eldery functioning.
The opinion of parents and teachers of students with learning disorders regarding executive function skills
Authors: Germano Giseli Donadon , Brito Lara Bastos , Capellini Simone Aparecida
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT Purpose: to compare the opinion of parents and teachers of students with learning disorders, regarding executive function skills. Methods: a cross-sectional cohort study, involving 39 students, boys and girls, with a multi-disciplinary diagnosis of learning disorders. Participants in the age range 8 to 11 years and 11 months were enrolled in Grades 3 to 5 of Primary Education I. The Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function (BRIEF) questionnaire, comprising one questionnaire for the parents and another for the teachers, was applied. The aim was to characterize the behavioral aspects of executive function in the school and home environments. Results: data were statistically analyzed using non-parametric tests and significant differences in the answers provided by parents and teachers in the organization scale were found. By comparing the answers given by parents and teachers, significant differences were seen in the emotional control, planning/organization, material organization and monitoring scales. Conclusion: based on the results of this study, one concludes that there are different perceptions of impaired executive function among parents and teachers of students presented with learning disorders. Parental answers pointed to more difficulties than those provided by the teachers.
The role of auditory temporal cues in the fluency of stuttering adults
Authors: Furini Juliana , Picoloto Luana Altran , Marconato Eduarda , Bohnen Anelise Junqueira , Cardoso Ana Claudia Vieira , Oliveira Cristiane Moço Canhetti de
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT Purpose: to compare the frequency of disfluencies and speech rate in spontaneous speech and reading in adults with and without stuttering in non-altered and delayed auditory feedback (NAF, DAF). Methods: participants were 30 adults: 15 with Stuttering (Research Group - RG), and 15 without stuttering (Control Group - CG). The procedures were: audiological assessment and speech fluency evaluation in two listening conditions, normal and delayed auditory feedback (100 milliseconds delayed by Fono Tools software). Results: the DAF caused a significant improvement in the fluency of spontaneous speech in RG when compared to speech under NAF. The effect of DAF was different in CG, because it increased the common disfluencies and the total of disfluencies in spontaneous speech and reading, besides showing an increase in the frequency of stuttering-like disfluencies in reading. The intergroup analysis showed significant differences in the two speech tasks for the two listening conditions in the frequency of stuttering-like disfluencies and in the total of disfluencies, and in the flows of syllable and word-per-minute in the NAF. Conclusion: the results demonstrated that delayed auditory feedback promoted fluency in spontaneous speech of adults who stutter, without interfering in the speech rate. In non-stuttering adults an increase occurred in the number of common disfluencies and total of disfluencies as well as reduction of speech rate in spontaneous speech and reading.
Morphofunctional analysis of the stomatognathic system in conventional complete dentures users from the Integrated Health Center
Authors: Andrade Rodrigo Alves de , Cunha Maria Deluana da , Reis Ana Maria da Costa dos Santos
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT This study aimed at characterizing the speech and chewing of users of conventional complete dentures (CCD) before and after speech therapy and prosthetic functional adaptation. The participants consisted of 10 users, divided into two groups: experimental (G1) and control (G2). Both groups underwent the same speech therapy and chewing evaluation before and 15 days after prosthetic functional adaptation; G1 underwent speech therapy in the period before prosthetic functional adaptation, and G2 underwent prosthetic functional adaptation without speech-language intervention. As observed, G1 presented 60% of participants with phonetic and/or articular distortions and inadequate cut of the food and 80% with unilateral chewing; after therapy, no speech and masticatory alterations were observed, but the altered cut was seen in 100% of the group. In G2, 80% of the participants had speech and chewing alterations and 40% had an inadequate cut. After the therapy period, 60% of the subjects remained with speech alterations and 100% with altered cut and chewing alterations. It can be concluded that after prosthetic functional adaptation, the group that underwent speech therapy did not present the alterations initially detected, except for the cut of the food, as opposed to G2 in which the changes persisted, showing that prosthetic rehabilitation alone, did not reestablish functional patterns, speech-language intervention being required.
Ética e formação profissional em Serviço Social: do conservadorismo à emancipação
Authors: Cardoso Priscila Fernanda Gonçalves
Published: October 2017

Resumo A partir da leitura crítica dos currículos de Serviço Social, desde 1936 até as diretrizes curriculares de 1996, este artigo objetiva analisar a direção social e a perspectiva ética presentes na trajetória de oito décadas de formação em Serviço Social. Através de pesquisa documental, retoma os dez currículos da primeira escola de Serviço Social, passando pelos quatro currículos mínimos aprovados nacionalmente, até as atuais diretrizes curriculares. Reconstitui o caminho percorrido por uma formação embasada numa perspectiva conservadora à importante inflexão de construção de uma perspectiva emancipatória. Aponta considerações acerca dos desafios postos ao atual projeto político pedagógico, em especial no que se refere à necessária efetivação da transversalidade da ética na formação das assistentes sociais.
Desafíos de una práctica ético-política. El trabajo social chileno post-dictadura
Authors: Arriagada Luis Vivero
Published: October 2017

Resumen El supuesto que se plantea para este trabajo sostiene que el Trabajo Social se ha visto dominada por la lógica mercantilista del neoliberalismo, impuesta durante la dictadura cívico-militar en Chile. Desde una perspectiva hermenéutica-crítica se analizan e interpretan los antecedentes históricos del Trabajo Social chileno. Se concluye que la formación y la práctica de la disciplina requieren de una re-orientación, que debe partir de una profunda reflexión histórica crítica y a partir de ello, generar las bases del nuevo proyecto ético- político que oriente el quehacer disciplinario y profesional.
Desafios éticos e políticos da luta de classes e o mito da democracia racial em Florestan Fernandes
Authors: Lima Kátia Regina de Souza
Published: October 2017

Resumo O artigo tem como objetivo analisar as formulações de Florestan Fernandes sobre o mito da democracia racial brasileira e problematizar os dados recentes sobre desemprego, encarceramento e homicídios no Brasil com base na referida fundamentação teórica. Trata-se de uma análise bibliográfica e documental derivada de projeto de pesquisa desenvolvido em uma rede de pesquisadores da área da Educação. Conclui que um dos desafios éticos e políticos para a ruptura com o capitalismo encontra-se na crítica ao mito da democracia racial que, encobrindo a intolerância racial e mantendo uma superpopulação excedente excluída ou incluída de forma subalternizada no mercado de trabalho, expressa a sua funcionalidade na ordem burguesa, particularmente em um país capitalista dependente como o Brasil.
Gobierno electrónico como tecnología de inclusión social. Reflexiones desde el Trabajo Social
Authors: Binimelis-Espinoza Helder
Published: October 2017

Resumen El gobierno electrónico es una herramienta de política pública aparentemente inevitable que transforma la acción del gobierno y la práctica profesional del trabajo social. Sobre la base del desafío ético y político que implica la práctica profesional del trabajo social, se presenta un análisis crítico sobre las interpretaciones del gobierno electrónico como una herramienta neutral o ideológicamente determinada. También se discute su relación con el poder y sus efectos negativos sobre la ciudadanía. Finalmente, se propone como alternativa para el trabajo social pensar el gobierno electrónico como una tecnología social orientada a la inclusión social y a la formación de una ciudadanía socio-técnica capaz de comprender los efectos de la tecnología en la sociedad y en su vida.
Effect of sources and doses of sulfate on soybean crop1
Authors: Lopes Liliane Oliveira , Moura Márcio Cleto Soares de , Matias Sammy Sidney Rocha , Lopes Ricardo dos Santos , Teixeira Marcos Paulo Rodrigues
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT Crop demands for the macronutrient sulfur (S) are similar or greater than those for phosphorous. However, S is often overlooked in the management of crop fertilization. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of sources and doses of S on soybean cultivation under field conditions. A randomized block design, with 4 replications, was used. The treatments were arranged in a factorial scheme with one additional treatment (3 x 5 + 1), totaling 64 experimental units. Sources (elemental sulfur, single superphosphate and agricultural gypsum) and doses (20 kg ha-1, 40 kg ha-1, 60 kg ha-1, 80 kg ha-1 and 100 kg ha-1) of S were used, in addition to one control (without fertilizer). The following parameters were assessed: plant height at flowering, 1,000-seed weight, yield and agronomic efficiency, which were affected by the doses and sources of S; number of pods per plant, only affected by the sources of S; and number of pods with 3 seeds, with no statistical difference for any of the treatments. The highest yield recorded was 1,927 kg ha-1, at the dose of 80 kg ha-1 of S for gypsum, and the greatest agronomic efficiency was observed for the single superphosphate, at the dose of 20 kg ha-1 of S.
Phenological models for implementing management practices in rain-fed avocado orchards1
Authors: Silva Simone Rodrigues da , Cantuarias-Avilés Tatiana Eugenia , Chiavelli Bruno , Martins Michael Aleixo , Oliveira Michelle Souza
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT Only a few phenological models have been formulated for rain-fed avocados in warm subhumid environments, and none of them have suggested crop management strategies for improving the trees performance in such conditions. The occurrence and intensity of major phenological events were assessed in 'Hass' and 'Margarida' avocado trees, in order to properly schedule the main crop practices for optimum management of rain-fed orchards in warm subhumid growing environments. Shoot growth, root density, number of open flowers, fruit set and fruit dropping rate were evaluated. For both cultivars, two shoot flushes were observed in September-October (spring) and January-February (summer), while a maximum feeder root growth took place in late August, coinciding with flowering. Two other minor root growth flushes occurred after the onset of summer rains. Both cultivars had only one flowering period, followed by an intense fruitlet dropping. A second minor fruit dropping wave occurred in February (mid-summer), for both cultivars. By determining the extent of each phenological phase in both avocado cultivars, it is possible to schedule applications of fertilizer, mulch and soil amendments, during the root growth flushes, as well as foliar sprays during shoot flushes, in order to maintain an adequate nutritional and sanitary status.
Physiological and sanitary quality of soybean seeds harvested at different periods and submitted to storage1
Authors: Zuffo Alan Mario , Zuffo Júnior Joacir Mario , Zambiazzi Everton Vinicius , Steiner Fábio
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT Delayed harvesting may affect the physiological quality of soybean seeds, due to adverse conditions in the field. This study aimed to evaluate the physiological and sanitary quality of soybean seeds (BRS 820 RR® cultivar) harvested at eight periods (0; 5; 10; 15; 20; 25; 30; and 35 days after the R8 phenological stage - full maturity) and stored for two periods (0 and 8 months). The following evaluations were carried out: moisture content, germination and emergence rate, emergence speed index, total plant dry mass, accelerated aging, electrical conductivity, mechanical damage, vigor and viability (tetrazolium) and sanitary quality of the seeds. The delayed harvesting of soybean seeds from 10 days after R8 impairs seed vigor and germination, in addition to increase the incidence of pathogens. Regardless of the harvesting period, the soybean seeds stored for eight months showed a reduction in their physiological quality, with an increase in the incidence of Phomopsis spp.
RAZÕES PARA MUDAR O MUNDO: A EDUCAÇÃO DO CAMPO E A CONTRIBUIÇÃO DO PRONERA
Authors: Fernandes Bernardo Mançano , Tarlau Rebecca
Published: October 2017

RESUMO: A razão neoliberal penetra todas as instituições e dissemina sua visão de mundo impondo a governança corporativa em todas as dimensões do desenvolvimento. A educação é uma das dimensões mais afetadas pela lógica neoliberal. O campesinato brasileiro, com destaque para o Movimento dos Trabalhadores Rurais Sem Terra (MST), junto com professores e pesquisadores construíram o paradigma da educação do campo que tem no Programa Nacional de Educação na Reforma Agrária (PRONERA) uma de suas principais referências. Neste artigo, analisamos este Programa em escala nacional e discutimos o enfrentamento desses dois paradigmas que disputam as políticas educacionais para o campo. A contribuição do PRONERA, em seus 20 anos de existência, assegura essa política pública como fundamental para a educação camponesa.
CONTRIBUIÇÕES DAS LICENCIATURAS EM EDUCAÇÃO DO CAMPO PARA AS POLÍTICAS DE FORMAÇÃO DE EDUCADORES
Authors: Molina Mônica Castagna
Published: October 2017

RESUMO: Este artigo integrou pesquisas vinculadas ao Observatório da Educação, que tem entre seus objetivos analisar concepções e práticas formativas desenvolvidas nos cursos de Licenciatura em Educação do Campo. Com fundamentação nas categorias do materialismo histórico dialético, por meio de pesquisas bibliográficas, documentais e de campo, pretendeu-se neste trabalho estudar as potenciais contribuições para as políticas de formação de educadores vindas desses cursos, a partir de seu projeto político pedagógico original. A elaboração dos cursos contou com a presença dos movimentos camponeses, com ênfase na concepção da Organização Escolar e no Trabalho Pedagógico propostos para viabilizar a materialização das Escolas do Campo.
Normal nutrient ranges and nutritional monitoring of 'Pêra' orange trees based on the CND method in different fruiting stages
Authors: Dias Jairo Rafael Machado , Wadt Paulo Guilherme Salvador , Partelli Fábio Luiz , Espindula Marcelo Curitiba , Perez Daniel Vidal , Souza Fábio Régis , Bergamin Anderson Cristian , Delarmelinda Elaine Almeida
Published: October 2017

Abstract: The objective of this work was to determine reference values for evaluating the nutritional status of 'Pêra' orange trees in different fruiting stages, using the compositional nutrient diagnosis (CND) method. The study used 243 leaf samples from 81 plots, with samplings performed in plants bearing fruits with three and six months of age, and also in the main harvest (nine months). Plots with productivity higher than 30 Mg ha-1 were selected for the establishment of reference standards. Three normal ranges were evaluated for each nutrient in the reference population, comprehended by the confidence interval (CI) of the foliar content averages, by the mean±standard deviation (±SD), and by the mean±⅔SD. Regardless of the normal range of nutrients used, the leaf sampling periods interfered with the nutritional status of 'Pêra' orange tree. The normal ranges obtained from the criteria CI and ±⅔SD of the nutrient contents observed in the reference population frequently provided similar nutritional diagnoses. Zn, Ca, and Fe are the elements that most often limit the production of 'Pêra' orange in the state of Amazonas, Brazil.
Botrytis bunch rot on 'Sauvignon Blanc' grapevine on the Y-trellis and vertical shoot-positioned training systems
Authors: Bem Betina Pereira de , Bogo Amauri , Allebrandt Ricardo , Marcon Filho José Luiz , Würz Douglas André , Brighenti Alberto Fontanella , Rufato Leo
Published: October 2017

Abstract: The objective of this work was to evaluate the effect of the Y-trellis (YT) and vertical shoot-positioned (VSP) training systems on the incidence and severity of Botrytis cinerea, on cluster compactness, and total polyphenol (TP) contents of 'Sauvignon Blanc' grapevine in the municipality of São Joaquim, in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil. Field trials were carried out in a randomized complete block design during the 2013/2014 and 2014/2015 crop seasons, with assessments performed at harvest. The YT system causes a higher incidence and severity of botrytis bunch rot under climatic conditions favorable to the pathogen, as well as greater cluster compactness, than the VSP system, without affecting the content of total polyphenols of 'Sauvignon Blanc' grapevine.
Cross-cultural adaptation and validation to Brazil of the Obesity-related Problems Scale
Authors: Brasil Andreia Mara Brolezzi , Brasil Fábio , Maurício Angélica Aparecida , Vilela Regina Maria
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT Objective To validate a reliable version of the Obesity-related Problems Scale in Portuguese to use it in Brazil. Methods The Obesity-related Problems Scale was translated and transculturally adapted. Later it was simultaneously self-applied with a 12-item version of the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0 (WHODAS 2.0), to 50 obese patients and 50 non-obese individuals, and applied again to half of them after 14 days. Results The Obesity-related Problems scale was able to differentiate obese from non-obese individuals with higher accuracy than WHODAS 2.0, correlating with this scale and with body mass index. The factor analysis determined a two-dimensional structure, which was confirmed with χ2/df=1.81, SRMR=0.05, and CFI=0.97. The general a coefficient was 0.90 and the inter-item intra-class correlation, in the reapplication, ranged from 0.75 to 0.87. Conclusion The scale proved to be valid and reliable for use in the Brazilian population, without the need to exclude items.
Ventilatory support and hospital stay after liver transplant in cirrhotic patients with hepatopulmonary syndrome
Authors: Pereira José Leonardo Faustini , Galant Lucas Homercher , Garcia Eduardo , Rosa Luis Henrique Telles da , Brandão Ajácio Bandeira de Mello , Marroni Cláudio Augusto
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT Objective To compare mechanical ventilation time, need for non-invasive ventilation, length of intensive care unit stay, and hospital stay after liver transplant in cirrhotic patients with and with no diagnosis of hepatopulmonary syndrome. Methods This was a prospective cohort study with a convenience sample of 178 patients (92 with hepatopulmonary syndrome) who were diagnosed as alcoholic or hepatitis C virus cirrhosis. The statistical analysis included Kolmogorov-Smirnov test and Students t test. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 16.0, and p values <0.05 were considered significant. Results Out of 178 patients, 90 underwent transplant (48 with no hepatopulmonary syndrome). The Group diagnosed with Hepatopulmonary Syndrome had longer mechanical ventilation time (19.5±4.3 hours versus 12.5±3.3 hours; p=0.02), an increased need for non-invasive ventilation (12 versus 2; p=0.01), longer intensive care unit stay (6.7±2.1 days versus 4.6±1.5 days; p=0.02) and longer hospital stay (24.1±4.3 days versus 20.2±3.9 days; p=0.01). Conclusion Cirrhotic patients Group diagnosed with Hepatopulmonary Syndrome had higher mechanical ventilation time, more need of non-invasive ventilation, as well as longer intensive care unit and hospital stay.
Study of the relation between body weight and functional limitations and pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis
Authors: Alfieri Fábio Marcon , Silva Natália Cristina de Oliveira Vargas e , Battistella Linamara Rizzo
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT Objective To assess the influence of the body weight in functional capacity and pain of adult and elderly individuals with knee osteoarthritis. Methods The sample consisted of 107 adult and elderly patients with knee osteoarthritis divided into two groups (adequate weight/adiposity and excessive weight/adiposity) according to body mass index and percent of body fat mass, assessed by electric bioimpedance. Subjects were evaluated for functional mobility (Timed Up and Go Test), pain, stiffness and function (Western Ontario and MacMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index − WOMAC), pain intensity (Visual Analogue Scale − VAS) and pressure pain tolerance threshold (algometry in vastus medialis and vastus lateralis muscles). Data were analyzed with Statistical Package of the Social Sciences, version 22 for Windows. Comparisons between groups were made through Student’s t test, with significance level set at 5%. Results There was predominance of females in the sample (81.3%), and mean age was 61.8±10.1 years. When dividing the sample by both body mass index and adiposity, 89.7% of them had weight/adiposity excess, and 59.8% were obese. There was no difference between groups regarding age, pain intensity, pressure pain tolerance threshold, functional mobility, stiffness and function. However, pain (WOMAC) was higher (p=0.05) in the group of patients with weight or adiposity excess, and pain perception according to VAS was worse in the group of obese patients (p=0.05). Conclusion Excessive weight had negative impact in patients with osteoarthritis, increasing pain assessed by WOMAC or VAS, although no differences were observed in functionality and pressure pain tolerance.
Analysis of the Internal Bed Regulation Committees from hospitals of a Southern Brazilian city
Authors: Soares Vinícius Sabedot
Published: October 2017

ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the composition of the Internal Regulation Committees created in hospitals of a capital city. Methods A cross-sectional descriptive study assessing the structure, processes and results of each Committee. Results The main reasons for implementing the committees were legal issues and overcrowding in the emergency department. The most monitored indicators were the occupancy rate and the mean length of stay, and the most observed results were reductions in the latter. Institutional protocols were developed in 70% of cases, and the degree of support that the Internal Regulation Committee received from the hospital managers was high, despite being only average the support received from the medical teams. Promoting the efficient use of beds seemed to be the main goal. To achieve it, the Internal Regulation Committee had to control hospital capacity at levels that allowed proper and safe bed turnover for patients. The strategies for this were varied and needed to integrate administrative and care issues. Conclusion The Internal Regulation Committees were a management tool with great potential and promising results in the experiences evaluated.
Mechanical behaviour of epoxy resin-grouted sand under monotonic or cyclic loading
Authors: Anagnostopoulos C. A. , Sapidis G.
Published: October 2017

The main objective of this study is to investigate the use of an amino-based epoxy resin as a new chemical grout with different resin-to-water ratios on the static and cyclic behaviours of medium–fine sand. To evaluate the effect of grouting on the static behaviour of grouted sand, unconfined compression tests were performed on specimens at different curing ages. The cyclic behaviour of grouted sand was investigated in stress control mode at a frequency of 1 Hz with different load amplitudes. The laboratory test results showed that epoxy resin grouting significantly improved the strength of sand under monotonic or cyclic loading over time. The values of the compressive strength (CS) and elastic modulus of the different grouted samples, at a curing age of 180 days, ranged from 0·64 to 3·9 MPa and 150 to 430 MPa. At the same curing age, cyclic tests showed that grouted samples failed at significantly higher stress levels and number of loading cycles than untreated samples. Based on the experimental results, non-linear regression analysis was performed to correlate the number of cycles to the failure or strength loss to the stress level of the cyclic loading and CS of grouted sand.
An Extended Expectation-Confirmation Model of Continuance Intention to Use Beacon Service
Authors:   The Tourism Sciences Society Of Korea, Kim Yeong-Gug , Chung Jin-Young
Published: October 2017

The purpose of this study was to confirm the continuance intention of users in terms of the beacon service in food-service industries. In addition, this study used an extended expectation-confirmation model to identify the relationships among expectation-confirmation, perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, satisfaction rate and continuance intention to use beacon service. A survey questionnaire was developed based upon previous relevant studies and survey questionnaires were distributed to customers who had used the beacon service. Data were collected from questionnaires completed by 296 customers throughout Seoul and the surrounding metropolitan areas. The findings yielded the following results: 1) There was no significant relationship between confirmation and perceived usefulness. 2) There was also no relationship between perceived usefulness and the continuance intention to use beacon service however other factors were significantly related. 3) Perceived usefulness plays the most important role in the relationship between perceived usefulness and satisfaction. The theoretical and practical implications of these results are discussed as related to food-service industries.
The Effect of Applied Construal Level Theory and Consumer Reward Program of Travel Products on Purchase Intention According to Temporal Distance: Focused on the Moderating Effect of Regulatory Focus and Evaluation Mode
Authors:   The Tourism Sciences Society Of Korea, Cha Jae-Bin , Jo Mi-Na
Published: October 2017

This study investigated the effect of construal level theory (near future vs. far future) and a consumer reward program (instant discount vs point accumulation) of travel products on the purchase intention. This was done according to temporal distance and focused on the moderating effect of using a regulatory focus and an evaluation mode. The moderating effect of regulatory focus (promotion focus vs prevention focus) was examined in the first experiment and an evaluation mode (separate evaluation vs joint evaluation) was examined in the second experiment. A total of 296 and 277 samples were collected and analyzed for the first and second experiments respectively. These were taken from college students aged in the 20s throughout Seoul and Gyeonggi Province from May 12 to May 25, 2017. These results show that the moderating effect of the regulatory focus was partially adopted while the moderating effect of the evaluation mode was fully adopted. In conclusion, the study identifies the importance of consumer behavioral changes in the purchasing intention for travel products and suggests effective ways of using a consumer reward program.
Tour Intention by Mortality Salience: An Application of Terror Management Theory to Tourism Studies
Authors:   The Tourism Sciences Society Of Korea, Kwak Jae-Hyun , Hong Kyung-Wan
Published: October 2017

Based on TMT(terror management theory), the purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of mortality salience on travel intention and world-view defense. It was also to examine the moderating effects of travel intention and self-esteem as related to mortality salience and its dependent variables. This experiment on mortality salience and control was conducted using distal defense treatments to answer a series of research questions. A control group was also used for comparison. The results showed were as follows: 1) Mortality salience had a statistically significant relationship with travel intention. 2) The experimental group with mortality salience had a higher instant travel intention than the control group. 3) The control group with high self-esteem showed higher travel intention than the control group with low self-esteem. 4) Participants in the mortality salience condition were willing to spend more money on overseas travel. This study demonstrated that having a mortality-related image led participants to spend more on overseas travel, but not domestic travel. Findings are discussed in the context of consumer behavior.
The Effect of Organizational Silence on Counter-Productive Work Behavior and Turnover Intention in the Food Service Industry: Focus on the Difference Between Contract and Regular Workers
Authors:   The Tourism Sciences Society Of Korea, Kim YoungJoong , Yoon DongHwan
Published: October 2017

This study investigates the impact of organizational silence on counterproductive work behavior (CWB) and subsequent turnover intention. It also tested the difference between contract and regular workers in these relationships. To verify the hypotheses, the study used structural equation modeling (SEM) applied to 337 employees in the foodservice industry. The results show that: 1) Two types of silence behavior (acquiescent and defensive silence) significantly influence counterproductive work behavior (CWB). 2) Interpersonal CWB had a positive influence on turnover intention, whereas organizational CWB did not significantly impact turnover intention. 3) Acquiescent silence did not significantly affect turnover intention, while defensive silence did significantly influence turnover intention. 4) Contract workers showed higher turnover intention than regular workers through acquiescent silence. Limitations and future research directions are also discussed.
A Study on the Development of a Country Image Measurement Tool Related to Restaurants
Authors:   The Tourism Sciences Society Of Korea, Kim Min-Jung , Chong Yu-Kyeong
Published: October 2017

This study focuses on developing a measurement tool for the country image of restaurants from the viewpoint of the food service industry and restaurants. Measuring tools should be able to measure the variables in question accurately and appropriately. Until now, there have been no suitable tools to measure country images throughout the food service industry at large and restaurants particularly. Because of this, the new tool in this study was developed. The measurement tool developed can now explain the impact of consumer image on other countries’ images according to properties related to the evaluation of restaurants and the food service industry. This measurement tool will also be useful for the scope of country image research related to the food service industry and restaurants. In particular, the country image related to restaurants in this study is defined as the total of all technical, inferential and informational beliefs. These include: food, general culture, food culture and the traditional factors of a specific country.
THE ASSESSMENT OF BANDUNG TRIGA REACTOR TANK RADIOACTIVITY IN THE PERIOD 2000-2014 USING ORIGEN-2
Authors: Alfa Sudjatmi Kustituantini , Nazar Reinaldy , Kamajaya Ketut , Ilham Y Putranto
Published: October 2017

THE ASSESSMENT OF BANDUNG TRIGA REACTOR TANK RADIOACTIVITY IN THE PERIOD 2000-2014 USING ORIGEN-2            In accordance with the regulation of the regulatory body of Indonesia related to the decommissioning of nuclear reactors, the management of the Bandung TRIGA reactor have to prepare a decommissioning plan document of the Bandung TRIGA research reactor. Decommissioning program documents shall be regularly updated every five years of the operation of nuclear reactor. In year 2000, Bandung TRIGA reactor tank have been lined using aluminum alloy 6061-T6 and has activated during reactor operation. Aluminum alloy 6061-T6 contains impurities that can produce high radioactivity and has a long half-life. This paper describes the radioactivity of the reactor tank after activation during the period from 2000 to 2014 using the software ORIGEN-2. Total radioactivity of the reactor tank bottom after decay for 5 years was 1.83 10-7 Curie, while the total radioactivity of reactor tank wall was 3.2 10-3 Curie.
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Authors: Pantoja Vallejo Antonio
Published: October 2017

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Anemia in pregnancy: cliniсо-pathogenetic approaches to the management of pregnancy
Authors: Atajanyan Anna S.
Published: October 2017

The review article defines iron deficiency anemia, the mechanisms determining iron deficiency in pregnancy, the complications of pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period, the methods of correction and prevention of iron deficiency, including a modern alternative to oral iron intake-its intravenous forms, which contribute to a rapid increase of iron levels. And also do not have toxicity and are easily tolerated.
18-65 Yaş Aralığındaki Kişilerde Hukuki Ehliyetin Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Aydoğdu Halil İlhan , Askay Mehmet , Kırcı Güven Seçkin , Özer Erdal
Published: October 2017

Objective: In modern societies, civil law defines specific rights and capacities for individuals. The legal capacity of a person to use those rights encompasses the rights and functions required to be able to acquire responsibilities. When individuals do not have legal capacity for various reasons, the legal system takes the view of those with specialist medical knowledge. To the best of our knowledge, there are no studies in literature which have evaluated the legal capacity of age groups other than geriatrics.
Materials and Methods: A retrospective examination was made of the forensic reports of 18-65 years old patients who were referred to the Forensic Medicine Department for evaluation of legal capacity in the period 01/01/2015-31/12/2016.
Results: A total of 108 cases were evaluated in the age range of 18-64 years. According to the anamnesis taken, the medical records examined, the tests applied and the psychological status examination, the decisions given were that 56 (51.9%) were restricted in the context of item 405 TMK (Turkish Civil Code), 3 (2.8%) could be restricted on request in the context of item 408 TMK, 11 (10.2%) could be taken into custody in situations determined as threatening him/herself or his/her family with hardship or poverty through extravagance, poor lifestyle and poor management of assets, 4 (3.7%) were defined as eligible for the appointment of a legal advisor and 34 (31.5%) were not determined with any state requiring custody.
Conclusion: In this study, it was found that the most common disorder in people between...
Role of single and mixed probiotics in acute diarrheal diseases in pediatric population
Authors: Gupta Ambrish , Maheshwari Prashant , Rao Y. K.
Published: October 2017

Background: The objective of present study was to analyse the effect of probiotics on various parameters of acute diarrhoeal disease and to compare single and mixed probiotic preparations in context to their role in acute diarrhoeal disease in paediatric population.Methods: A double blind controlled trial was conducted in children suffering from acute diarrhoeal disease at department of paediatrics jointly with department of pharmacology, G. S. V. M. Medical college, Kanpur, U.P., India. All enrolled children were divided into three groups having similar baseline characteristics. One group was given single probiotic preparation another mixed probiotic preparation and the third one (i.e. control group) placebo plus Zinc/ORS to all three groups. Various parameters such as frequency and consistency of stool, duration of diarrhoea were measured after doing intervention over a period of one week.Results: In our study duration of diarrhoea, stool frequency and total duration of hospital stay was found significantly less in probiotic groups compared to control group. However no significant difference was found between single and mixed probiotics in curtailing the acute diarrhoeal illness.Conclusions: Probiotics should be used judiciously in acute diarrhoeal diseases. There is no additional benefit of mixed probiotics in acute diarrhoeal diseases rather than increasing the cost of treatment.
A randomised double blind trial to compare the efficacy and tolerability of itopride hydrochloride versus domperidone in patients with non-ulcer dyspepsia: bloating predominant type
Authors: Valoth Gopesh , Kizhedath Sabeena
Published: October 2017

Background: Non-ulcer dyspepsia is a treatment challenge due to multiple pathophysiological mechanisms and different symptoms. Several prokinetic drugs are tried without any unanimity regarding safety and efficacy. The objective of the study was to compare the efficacy and safety of Itopride and Domperidone in bloating predominant non ulcer dyspepsia patients.Methods: Patients were randomly assigned to two groups (20 each) to receive either 50mg of Itopride three times daily or 10mg of Domperidone three times daily. Only patients with predominant bloating were considered and their baseline symptoms recorded. The symptoms were graded on a 4-point scale - the Global Symptom Score scale and the patients were reassessed at the end of 2 and 4 weeks. The relief of symptoms was also assessed at the end of 2 and 4 weeks on a 5-point scale - The Patients’ Subjective Global Assessment of Relief scale.Results: Both the drugs significantly produced symptomatic relief. Though Domperidone is marginally beneficial compared to Itopride after 4 weeks treatment in terms of improvement in symptom scores, the Subjective Global Assessment of relief did not show any significant improvement between the two drugs.Conclusions: Treatment with Itopride was safe, well tolerated, resulted in good symptomatic relief, and was comparable in efficacy to Domperidone in relieving the symptoms of NUD. Hence it can be considered a good alternative for the treatment of non-ulcer dyspepsia.
A comparative study of anticonvulsant effect of phenytoin and lamotrigine in albino mice
Authors: Singh Ashok Kumar
Published: October 2017

Background: The anticonvulsant activity of lamotrigine has been extensively studied and its role is established. Lamotrigine have shown recently to be useful in various epileptic seizures. Since antiepileptic drugs are used for longer duration, so less toxic drugs should be chosen. So, in the present study the Lamotrigine has been chosen to compare the anticonvulsant action, effectiveness, toxicity and lethal dose of the drug used in the study keeping the phenytoin as a standard drug.Methods: The present study has been carried out in the Department of Pharmacology, Darbhanga Medical College, Laheriasarai. Induction of seizure with the help of electro-convulsiometer in albino mice was done followed by the observation of the anti-convulsant activity of lamotrigine in comparison with phenytoin sodium was made. Side effects or toxicity of the drugs used (Acute neurotoxicity) was observed.Results: Lamotrigine caused lower mortality in comparison to phenytoin for the same dose ranges. The anticonvulsant properties of Lamotrigine were compared with phenytoin and the effect has been found to be satisfactory. Lamotrigine protected experimentally induced grand mal seizure and was observed to be ineffective against experimentally induced petit mal seizure. The ED 50 of Lamotrigine was found to be higher and the toxic dose was also higher in comparision with standard drugs. The protective index of lamotrigine was found to be less than that of phenytoin. Margin of safety of the drug was found to be more due to their shorter protective index than that of phenytoin.Conclusions: Lamotrigine can be used clinically as anticonvulsant in Grandmal type of epilepsy but not in Petitmal epilepsy, and has equivocal anticonvulsant effect but slightly less toxicity to phenytoin but further elaborate screening of the drug by various experiments is needed to come to a precise conclusion.