bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparative study between epidural bupivacaine with fentanyl versus ropivacaine with fentanyl combination for post operative analgesia in lower abdominal and lower limb surgeries
Authors:   Associate Professor,Department of Anaesthesia Department, Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences Sreepuram, Narketpally, Nalgonda, 508254, INDIA., Sirga Sudeep
Published: October 2021

Background: Adequate analgesia aids to restore normal functions including ventilation, coughing and mobility, thereby facilitating early rehabilitation and shortened hospital stay. Present study was aimed to compare epidural Bupivacaine with fentanyl versus ropivacaine with fentanyl combination for post operative analgesia in lower abdominal and lower limb surgeries at a tertiary hospital. Material and Methods: Present study was comparative, interventional study, conducted in patients aged 18–65 years, either gender, American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I–II, posted for elective lower abdominal and lower limb surgeries. This single-blind study comprised a sample size of 30 patients randomly allocated (by computer generates list) into two groups as Group R (0.125% ropivacaine with 1 ug/ml fentanyl) and Group B (0.125% bupivacaine with 1 ug/ml fentanyl). Results: We compared various parameters such as Age (years), Weight (kg), BMI (kg/m2), Gender, ASA status, Type of surgery, Duration of surgery (min), Intraoperative fentanyl (μg), Catheter insertion level (L1-L2/L2-L3), all parameters were comparable and difference was not significant statistically. Common surgeries considered for study were ovarian debulking surgeries, Wertheim’s hysterectomy, orthopaedic lower limb surgeries (THR, TKR) and hemicolectomy. Post-operative analgesia was calculated on basis of VAS scores. We noted in less post-operative VAS scores at 6,12,18 hours in group R and difference was statistically significant. Conclusion: Epidural ropivacaine with fentanyl combination seems to be a better alternative to epidural bupivacaine with fentanyl, as it provides comparable stable hemodynamics, early onset and prolonged post‑op analgesia, lower consumption of post‑op local anaesthetic for epidural analgesia.
Ideal location selection for new stone crusher machine and landfill using FAHP and TOPSIS method: a case study in a copper mine
Authors: MIRZAEI Nıma , TESTİK Özlem Müge
Published: October 2021

This study presents a practical approach used to find the best location for installing a new stone crusher machine and the landfill (waste) in the Sarcheshmeh copper in-pit mine located in the southeast of Iran. Fuzzy analytical hierarchal process (FAHP) and technique for order preference by similarity to ideal solution (TOPSIS) are the two methods, which applied in the study as a part of multi-criteria decision making (MCDM) analysis. In the first part FAHP method was utilized to find the ideal location for the stone crusher machine, and in the next part TOPSIS (in combination with Shannon entropy weighting) was used in landfill selection. The analysis was performed using the data collected from experts (engineers, mine specialists, and managers). The North, South, East, and West sides of the mine were considered as potential alternatives, and 21 factors were considered as criteria for computational analysis. The obtained results from FAHP suggested that the best alternative was alternative 3 (East side of the mine) to place the new stone crusher machine. Considering solid waste management, the TOPSIS method demonstrated that alternative 1 (North side of the mine) was the best location to be considered for landfills. Finally, a sensitivity analysis was carried out to examine the effects of changes in weights of criteria on the obtained results.
Slope Stability Evaluation of Basement Excavation: A Case Study
Authors: ERDAĞ Ahmet
Published: October 2021

A deep excavation should be designed and implemented together with the precautions to prevent any loss of stability and structural damage in the infrastructure and superstructure elements of the neighboring parcels and risks against construction worker's health and safety. This study represents an example of soil damage that may occur due to foundation excavation. The features of the soil affected by the excavation were analyzed through a geological survey and soil models were created for each analysis stages. The study investigates the slope stability analyses that take place during the foundation excavation with the commonly used limit equilibrium (LE) methods. In this article, slope problems that may occur around the excavation before the construction of the basement of a 3-storey school building in Istinye Neighborhood of Istanbul Sarıyer district are examined. First, geotechnical and structural parameters were determined by obtaining detailed drilling reports of the region. Then the study area was modeled with the Rocscience Slide 6.0 program based on the limit equilibrium method. Following the evaluation of the basement excavations, a beveled excavation was made for the safety of the basement construction after the excavation and the stability of the slope excavations was found to be sufficient.
Skolyoz için Kapsül Ağları Tabanlı Otomatik Ölçüm Sistemi
Authors: GORAL Sena , KÖSE Utku
Published: October 2021

Skolyoz, omurganın eğrilmesi ile birlikte omurga genel yapısını deforme eden bir hastalıktır. Skolyoz tanı ve tedavi aşamasında çeşitli yöntemler olmakla birlikte, temel amaç Cobb açısı adı verilen eğrilik açısını azaltarak Skolyoz seviyesini düşürme çerçevesinde şekillenmektedir. Cobb açısı ölçümü esasında uzman tarafından, omurga röntgen filmleri üzerinde manuel olarak gerçekleştirilmektedir. Ancak bu sürecin derin öğrenme gibi bir Yapay Zeka yaklaşımıyla otomatikleştirilmesi hem hasta hem de uzman açısından büyük kolaylık ve kesinlik sağlayacaktır. Açıklamalardan hareketle bu çalışmada, öncelikli olarak Skolyoz ve derin öğrenme odaklı çalışmalar açısından literatürün güncel durumu ele alınmış, ardından Kapsül Ağları (CapsNet) tabanlı bir çözüm ile Cobb açısı ölçümlerinin otomatik bir hale getirilmesi sağlanmıştır. CapsNet çözümünün, ConvNet, BoostNet, RFR ve ResNet-50 modelleri ile karşılaştırılması neticesinde en iyi bulguları CapsNet modelinin verdiği tespit edilmiştir.
Ultrasound-Assisted One‐Pot Synthesis of 9-(Substituted heteroaryl) acridinedione Derivatives
Authors: BAYRAMOĞLU Duygu , ÖZGÜR Mehtap
Published: October 2021

An efficient green approach for the synthesis of 9-heteroaryl-acridine-1,8-dione derivatives (3a-f) was accomplished via reactions of dimedone (1) with various heteroaromatic aldehydes (2a-f) and ammonium acetate through one-pot multicomponent reactions in water under mild conditions using ultrasound irradiation in excellent yields. Of the synthesized compounds, 3d-f were novel and this process presents the advantages of high yields and easy work-up procedures. Spectral analyses were accomplished by FTIR, 1H NMR, 13C NMR and LC-MS TOF analyses.
Endüstride Pet Şişe Üretiminde Karşılaşılan Problemler ve Çözüm Önerileri
Authors: TİMUR Mustafa , KILIÇ Halil
Published: October 2021

Plastik ürünlerin imalat sürecinde kullanılan yaygın yöntemlerden biri de enjeksiyonla kalıplama yöntemidir. Enjeksiyonla kalıplama sürecinde aralarında karmaşık ilişkiler bulunan parametrelerle birçok performans göstergesinin olması, süreci daha karmaşık hale getirmekte ve son ürünlerin kalitesini büyük oranda etkilemektedir. Endüstride ortaya çıkan sorunların çözümü için görünür nedenlerinden çok kök nedenlerine ulaşılması, doğrudan üretim kalitesini ve rekabet gücünü etkilemektedir. Genel hataların belirlenmesi ile hataların zamanında önlenerek sonraki üretim süreçlerine yansıması engellenebilir. Bu nedenle üretim süreçlerinde makinelerde planlı bakım sürecinin oluşturulmasının yanında, proses kontrolü ve optimizasyon tekniklerine de gereksinim vardır. Bu çalışmada, pet şişe üretim endüstrisinde meydana gelen hatalı ürünlerin sayısının azaltılması amacıyla çözüm teknikleri geliştirilmiş ve üretim hattına uygulanmıştır. Üretim hattında yapılan düzenlemeler sonrasında, hatalı ürün oluşumunda ve iade miktarında iyileşme sağlanmıştır. Bu yaklaşım ile karmaşık endüstriyel üretim ortamının esnek olarak yönetilebilmesi için hataların süreç içinde belirlenerek üretimden kaynaklı sorunların azaltılabileceği öngörülmektedir. Ayrıca işletmelerin üretim maliyetlerinde elde edilecek önemli azalmalarla rekabet gücünün de artacağı düşünülmektedir.
Strategies for optimizing mangrove ecosystem management in the rehabilitation area of Sayung coastal zone, Demak Regency, Central Java
Authors: Handayani Setyo , Adrianto Luky , Nurjaya I Wayan , Bengen Dietriech G , Wardiatno Yusli
Published: October 2021

Sayung coast is experienced very high coastal erosion and has a huge impact on the lives of the surrounding communities. One of the efforts in handling coastal erosion is the rehabilitation of the mangrove ecosystem.The purpose of this study was to prioritize mangrove ecosystem management strategies in rehabilitation areas. Data were collected from three coastal villages, namely, Bedono, Timbulsloko, and Surodadi, through in-depth interviews, questionnaires, and field observations. The data analysis was carried out using the Analytical Network Process (ANP) method. The result showed that the priority problems in the mangrove ecosystem management on the Sayung coast were: conversion of mangrove land, failure of mangroves to grow, lack of monitoring and supervision. Therefore, the priority solution for optimizing mangrove ecosystem management is rehabilitation and conservation, increasing community participation, and monitoring by involving the community.
Constraints Perceived and Suggestions Offered by the members of Tribal Farmer Producer Groups (FPGs)
Authors:   Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641 003, Katiki Srikar , M Asokhan ,   Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641 003, C Karthikeyan ,   Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641 003, S G Patil ,   Department of Physical Sciences and Information Technology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641 003
Published: October 2021

Farmer Producer Groups (FPGs) have emerged as a possible solution to many of the problems faced by the Indian agriculture sector. The plight of small and marginal tribal farmers is aggravated by the weak marketing system: lack of quality input and technical services. The situation can be improved through collectivization when grouped and trained effectively, farmers can achieve enormous growth goals, finally making the group selfreliant and self-sufficient. The study focused on identifying the constraints faced by members of FPGs and possible suggestions for the tribal farmers of Seethampeta block of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. The study included 145 members, selected through a multi-stage proportionate random sampling method from three villages with the highest number of FPGs and members. Data collection was done through personal interview method and the respondents were provided with open-ended questions for listing out the constraints faced by them and suggestions for improving the effectiveness of FPGs. The constraints listed were then grouped into economic, marketing, organizational, technical and socio-cultural constraints. The collected data were analyzed using frequency and percentage. The ranking was given based on the percentage for easy identification of the major and minor constraints faced by the tribal farmers of FPGs under study.
Tussock Moths: A Bio-indicator of Disturbed Ecosystems
Authors:   Department of Agricultural Entomology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641003, R K Balaji , N Chitra ,   Department of Agricultural Entomology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641003, R Arulprakash ,   Department of Agricultural Entomology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641003, S Mohankumar ,   Centre for Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641003, R Kumaraperumal ,   Department of Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore – 641003.
Published: October 2021

In the wake of invasive species and climate change, sub-family Lymantriinae a neglected group was chosen to evaluate and consider as bio-indicator of the disturbed ecosystem with anthropogenic activities. In the present study, moth collections were carried out through a light trap in the plains at the foot hills of the Nilgiris and hilly regions of lower Pulney hills. The hilly region was more abundant with 260 individuals of 18 species from 12 genera under 5 tribes than the plains with 87 individuals of 14 species from 10 genera under 4 tribes. The dominant Lymantriid fauna were distinctly different for both regions. Plains were dominated by Aroa simplex attributed to prevalence of Lantana camera and hilly regions dominated by Perina nuda on Artocarpus heterophyllus intercropped in coffee plantations. The alpha diversity analysis also indicated that the hilly region was species-rich than the plains with more anthropogenic activities through Shannon Weiner Diversity index, Simpson’s Diversity index, Margalef Index of Species Richness, Equitability J Evenness Index, Jaccard and Sorensen Indices of Similarity.
Investigation of chemical composition of aminoformaldehyde substances by IR-Fourier-spectrometry method
Authors:   Scientific-Test Center 4 GTsMP, Ekimova M. Yu. , Tsvetkov V. E. ,   Bauman Moscow State Technical University (National Research University), Machneva O. P. ,   Bauman Moscow State Technical University (National Research University)
Published: October 2021

The methodology for estimation of substance properties by the IR-Fourier-spectrometry method described. Aminoformaldehyde oligomers were used as investigation subjects. Values of wavelengths typical for different functional groups are given.
The Emotional Psychology of Moral Panics: A Cognitive Neoassociationistic Perspective
Authors: Huang Harry , Kane Sebastian
Published: October 2021

Many moral panic scholars have noted a general failure to examine emotion and media effects on individuals in moral panic literature and have recommended a psychological approach to address this problem. We propose that cognitive neoassociation theory, and especially the associationistic aspect, can explain emotions and resulting actions generated by individuals in moral panics. We provide a theoretical framework for the psychological and emotional course of moral panics through cognitive neoassociation theory. We examine the specific case of businesses that were forced to rebrand from names containing “Isis,” employing quantitative and qualitative methods to demonstrate the inadequacy of prevailing theories and the explanatory power of cognitive neoassociation theory. We conclude with some further directions for psychological research into moral panics.
"Pandemic Fatigue" Fueled Political Discontent: Evidence From 8 Western Countries Over 11 Months of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Jørgensen Frederik Juhl , Rasmussen Magnus Storm , Bor Alexander , Lindholt Marie Fly , Petersen Michael Bang
Published: October 2021

Health authorities have highlighted “pandemic fatigue” as a psychological consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic and warned that “fatigue” could demotivate compliance with healthrelated policies and mandates. Yet, “fatigue” from following the policies of authorities may have consequences far beyond the health domain. Theories from the social sciences have raised that real and perceived costs of policies can also drive sentiments of discontent with the entire political establishment. Integrating theories from the health and social sciences, we ask how “pandemic fatigue” (i.e., perceived inability to ”keep up” with restrictions) developed over the pandemic and whether it fueled political discontent. Utilizing longitudinal and panel surveys collected from September 2020 to July 2021 in eight Western countries (N=49,116), we analyze: (1) “fatigue” over time at the country level, (2) associations between “pandemic fatigue” and discontent, and (3) the effect of “pandemic fatigue” on political discontent using panel data. “Pandemic fatigue” significantly increased with time and the severity of interventions but also decreased with COVID-19 deaths. When triggered, fatigue elicited a broad range of discontent, including protest support and conspiratorial thinking. The results demonstrate the significant societal impact of the pandemic beyond the domain of health and raises concerns about the stability of democratic societies, which were already strained by strife prior to the pandemic.
Non-psychiatric Referral among First Encounter Patients Attending the Psychiatry Out Patient Services of a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Pokharel Grishma , Basnet Madhur , Poudel Sagar , Kafle Naresh , Jaiswal Rahul Kumar , Bogati Sunil , Ojha Indira , Soni Dipesh
Published: October 2021

Introduction: Pathway of psychiatric care is defined as the sequence of contacts with individuals and organizations initiated by the distressed person’s efforts and his significant others to seek appropriate health care. This study aimed to find the prevalence of non-psychiatric referral as first encounter among patients attending the psychiatry outpatient department of a tertiary care hospital.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out from 29th March 2015 to 25th April 2015 in the outpatient department of the department of psychiatry of a tertiary via direct interview using the World Health Organization’s encounter form. Ethical approval was taken from undergraduate medical research protocol review board (Reference number 105/071/072). Psychiatric diagnoses were made by respective consultants using the International Classification of Diseases-10 Clinical Descriptions and Diagnostic Guidelines criteria. Data was entered in the Microsoft Excel 2007 and analyzed by Stata version 15. Point estimate at 95% Confidence Interval was calculated along with frequency and percentage for binary data.
Results: Out of 50 patients, 26 (52%) (38.2-65.8 at 95% Confidence Interval) of new cases in the outpatient department had non-psychiatric referrals. Among them, 13 (26%) referred from faith healers, 7 (14%) from the general hospital and 6 (12%) from medical out patient department.
Conclusions: The prevalence of non-psychiatric referral for the patients seen for the first time in the psychiatry outpatient department was similar to findings from studies done in different parts of South East Asia.
Ewing's Sarcoma of Rib in a Four Year Old: A Case Report
Authors: Kunwar Saru , Sharma Nisha , Giri Bishnu Rath , BC Bom , Shrestha Anil Kumar
Published: October 2021

Although rare, the Ewing’s sarcoma family of tumors represents the second most common primary bone malignancy that typically occurs in adolescents and young adults aged 10-25 years, presenting with localized pain and swelling of a long bone. We report a case of Ewing’s sarcoma of rib in a four years old child that presented with acute onset of fever, cough, shortness of breath and was initially treated as pneumonia. Although the patient did not belong to typical demography and the symptoms were suggestive of infective pathology, careful scrutiny of the radiographic findings led to further investigations and diagnosis of Ewing’s sarcoma of rib after correlating computerized tomography scan findings with immunohistochemistry reports.
Identification of Car damper Strut Supports Defects
Authors:   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Krasota Mykhailo , Vasylenko Ivan ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Mahopets Serhii ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Bevz Oleg ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Osin Ruslan ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Krylov Oleksandr ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University
Published: October 2021

The goal of current research is the systematization of information from existent constructions of upper supports, features of support elements load depending on their constructions, analysis aspects, which influence supports attrition and their probable defects, and also giving recommendations for diagnostics. The informational analysis made due to existent upper supports constructions, features of their action in exploitation conditions, considered factors which influence on supports attrition, and their probable defects. Considered supporting bearer and rubber damping elements of damper strut supports fail indications. Fail of rubber damping elements characterized by the range of attributes. Due to car exploitation take place support detail attrition, rubber damping elements of supports waste their elasticity, crack and delaminate from the metal details, rubber damping supports stretch, which leads to support`s contact with upper springs cap and attends with singular thumps. Due to bearing attrition level of rattling and decreasing driving comfort are much higher than due to rubber element attrition. Features of increased bearing attrition are next: rattling by rudder turning occurrence (can also take place on the steering wheel), deterioration of car control. Bearing attrition appears in terms of squeaks and jerks in the process of steering wheel turning in the cars without a power steering. Due to attrition bearing starts to play, thump, and damper piston rod deviates from own axle. During car motion on the small roughs with depleted bearings also perceived rattling from the side of suspender, which sometimes can be difficult to identify, because it is analogous to rattling caused by attrition of other details of suspender or steerage. Offered to realize damper strut supports diagnostics by the way of support` action in a car moving conditions on the pocky surface simulation, to solve this task recommended to use vibration stand for suspender diagnostics. Offered to use the identification of hits and vibrations in foreworn supports via vibration acceleration sensor with later processing.
Theoretical Substantiation of Management of Functioning of Technical and Transport Systems on the Basis of Methods of the System Theory of Information
Authors:   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Aulin Viktor , Grinkiv Andrey ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Lysenko Serhii ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Livitskyi Oleksandr ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Chernai Andrii ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Holub Dmytro ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Holovatyi Artem ,   Central Ukrainian National Technical University
Published: October 2021

In the work from the theoretical point of view the management of functioning of transport and operation of technical systems on the basis of a method of the system theory of information is substantiated. The state vector and matrix on the basis of diagnostic information and sensitivity of influence of diagnostic parameters on a condition of transport or technical systems are offered. The properties of sensitivity (sensitivity) are reflected on the basis of classical and generalized information formulas of A. Kharkevich, K. Shannon, R. Hartley. The coefficients of quantum (emergence) of information according to the expressions of Shannon-Kharkevich and Hartley are used, the level of complexity of the changed states of the control system is taken into account. The scheme of connections of classical and generalized formulas which reflect functions of density of the diagnostic information on a condition of technical and transport systems is constructed. A universal numerical method and tools for it have been developed, which allows to perform information calculations on the basis of diagnostic data of the state of the studied objects. Numerical calculation refers to the sensitivity of the state (sensitivity factor) of technical and transport systems. The level of system organization of transport and technical systems and their management as active objects is considered. It is noted that the principle of correspondence is fulfilled, which is mandatory for a more general information theory. The system modification is implemented using the Hartley formula, and the modification in the classical case is the Kharkevich formula. It is determined that the semantic information model allows for small samples and comparison of partial criteria to well substantiate the interpretations of object state recognition, developed by the vectors of their classes. It is revealed that the semantic information model combines the advantages of meaningful and statistical models created for the implementation of the automated system of cognitive analysis of transport and technical systems. The behavior of systems is revealed when they are completely deterministic and completely random, which is important in predicting their state.
Improving the Technical Service of Motor Vehicles in Terms of Agro-industrial Production
Authors:   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Livitskyi Oleksandr
Published: October 2021

The state of technical service of tractor equipment at the enterprises of agro-industrial production of Kirovograd region is considered. The tendencies of development of provision of agricultural production with various autotractor equipment are determined. The method of improving the quality of maintenance and repair of tractor equipment, improving its technical condition is considered. It is noted that the current condition, quality of equipment, its productivity and efficiency is not at the proper level, and therefore requires the transformation of the technical service system. The perspective organization of technical service at the enterprises of various level in which demand and offers for technics, especially foreign is considered is offered. It is noted that the branded technical service is carried out by the manufacturer through service centers, the main of which is the trade and accumulation coordinating enterprise in the system of the manufacturer. It is shown that the scheme of technical service should be based on the existing repair and maintenance base, the main directions in which the organization of works is carried out are specified. The main provisions of the modernized technical service are formulated, as well as the need to build a complete management structure of the technical service system. It is shown that in modern conditions to increase the effective system of technical service the role and importance of operational management and information support grows, it is offered to enter the information department common to all enterprise into the management system of engineering service. The main stages of operational management at technical service enterprises are clarified.
The Global Crisis of Covid-19 and Its Impact on Population Mobility
Authors:   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Aulin Viktor , Krystopchuk Mykhailo ,   National University of Water and Environmental Engineering, Rivne, Ukraine, Tson Oleg ,   Ternopil Ivan Puluj National Technical University, Ternopil, Ukraine, Stashkiv Mykola ,   Ternopil Ivan Puluj National Technical University, Ternopil, Ukraine, Babii Mariia ,   Ternopil Ivan Puluj National Technical University, Ternopil, Ukraine, Bodoriak Yurii ,   Research Forensic Center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, Ternopil, Ukraine
Published: October 2021

An important and relevant issue today is not only the return to the indicators and volumes of passenger traffic in 2018-2019, but also forecasting the activities of the world transport sector after the SARS-CoV-2 virus pandemic, as well as finding ways to reduce the risk of passenger infection in public transport. The impact of the pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus on the transport industry of Ukraine and the world as a whole has been studied. It was found that at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, about 90% of all flights to the European Union were recorded in the European Union, as well as a decrease in passenger traffic by individual and 60-90% and public transport - by 50%. The statistical data of the Administration of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine for 2019-2020 on the facts of crossing the state border of Ukraine with the Republic of Poland are analyzed and a significant decrease in passenger traffic in 2020 is established. It is proposed to use additional equipment, which is made in the form of protective barriers to ensure physical distance between passengers, to increase safety and reduce the risk of infection of Covid-19 passengers when using internationally transported passenger vehicles.
A MODIFIED BACKWARD EULER SCHEME FOR THE DIFFUSION EQUATION SUBJECT TO NONLINEAR NONLOCAL BOUNDARY CONDITIONS
Authors:   University Larbi Ben M’Hidi, Sofiane Dehilis , Abdelfatah Bouziani , Souad Bensaid ,   University of Constantine
Published: October 2021

In this article, Modified Backward Euler Scheme is developed to solve the diffusion equation subject to nonlinear nonlocal boundary conditions. The proposed scheme is derived by combining a fourth-order compact finite difference formula in space and a backward differ- entiation for the time derivative term. Nonlinear terms in boundary conditions are linearized by Taylor expansion. Numerical examples are provided to verify the accuracy and efficiency of our proposed method.
Bowel Obstruction Caused by Persimmon Phytobezoars: A Case Report
Authors:   Student Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran., Mohammadi Amir , Mojtahedzadeh Mojataba ,   Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Ahmadi Arezoo ,   Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Sina Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Imanipour Mohammad Hossein ,   Department of Surgery, Sina Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Saghafi Fatemeh ,   Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran., Soltaninejad Sareh ,   Student Research Committee, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Sahebnasagh Adeleh ,   Department of Internal Medicine, Clinical Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, North Khorasan University of Medical Sciences, Bojnurd, Iran.
Published: October 2021

Background: The term phytobezoar refers to a trapped mass in the gastrointestinal tract caused by the agglomeration of indigestible ingested plant materials, including fibers, skins, and seeds. A persimmon phytobezoar is formed after the frequent consumption of persimmons. The clinical manifestations of persimmon phytobezoars are similar to other phytobezoars and depend on the localization and size of the trapped mass. Case Presentation: Here, we presented a 57-year-old male with persimmon phytobezoars, which finally led to small bowel obstruction. The patient was referred to the emergency room with complaints of severe abdominal pain and frequent vomiting. The patient underwent laparotomy surgery that led to the removal of a portion of his ileum. Conclusion: Overindulgence in taking persimmon can lead to formation of phytobezoar and subsequent obstruction of small intestinal. Persimmon phytobezoars are difficult to break up into pieces because of containing tannins, cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin.
Therapeutic Strategies in Managing Acute Paraquat Poisoning: A Review Study
Authors:   Department of Forensic Medicine and Clinical Toxicology, School of Medicine, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran., Majidi Mohammad
Published: October 2021

Background: Paraquat is an extremely toxic herbicide that causes such severe adverse effects as acute lung injury, pulmonary fibrosis, metabolic acidosis, cardiogenic shock, acute renal failure, and even death. Regarding the high prevalence and mortality rate without a specific antidote in paraquat poisoning, we explored managing acute paraquat poisoning. Methods: In this study, required articles were searched using the following keywords: “paraquat poisoning” and “treatment” on an electronic database, such as Pubmed and Google Scholar from January 2013 to December 2020. Results: This article examined pharmacokinetic, clinical, and laboratory findings, complications, diagnosis, prognostic factors, and the treatment of paraquat poisoning. Then, the medical management and therapeutic procedures of paraquat poisoning were discussed. Conclusion: Although there exists no antidote for paraquat poisoning, numerous therapeutic methods have been suggested for treating paraquat poisoning. However, their efficacy remains undiscovered. An interesting finding in one study indicating that endotracheal intubation is an inappropriate procedure for managing paraquat poisoning; further studies are required in this regard. For these reasons, preventing poisoning and using other herbicides with less toxicity than paraquat are recommended.
Community Participation to Promote Disaster Risk Reduction in Yogyakarta, Indonesia: A Qualitative Study
Authors:   Public Health Department, Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, Indonesia, Isni Khoiriyah , Adira Rahmatun Kartika Anggraeni ,   Public Health Department, Faculty of Public Health, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, Indonesia
Published: October 2021

Ledoksari is one of the areas where natural disasters often occur, primarily floods every year. Therefore, the government designated the area as a disaster-resilient village to Promote Disaster Risk Reduction. Active community participation is needed for the success of the program. An evaluation program is required to explain this. The purpose of this study is to explore community participation in developing a Disaster-resilient Urban Village. This study is a qualitative method with in-depth interviews as data collection. Fifteen people were selected as research subjects by the purposive sampling technique. The study results show that the steps of activities in Ledoksari as a Disaster-resilient Urban Village are preparation, profiling, and disaster risk analysis. Then, the movement continued with mapping, community action plan, simulation, and review. Participation in planning, implementing, evaluating, and utilizing the results is formed community participation. Meanwhile, the lack of public awareness to be actively involved in each activity was claimed as a barrier. The community has participated well and actively in the implementation and utilization of the results. But, the study shows the whole community has not been completely involving in the planning and the evaluation process.
Association of factors on parental knowledge and practice regarding Anthelmintic drugs in a Tertiary Hospital, Sri Lanka
Authors:   Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka, Murugathas Thanujah , Baskaran Nivethika ,   Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka, Coonghe P.A.Dinesh ,   Faculty of Medicine, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka, Sathiadas Manoji Gitanjali ,   Faculty of Medicine, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka, Thuvaragan Sinnadurai ,   Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Published: October 2021

Worm infestations are one of the significant health problems affecting children in developing countries. It is highly prevalent among poverty-stricken communities due to poor hygiene. The objective of this study was to assess the knowledge and practice on anthelmintic drugs and the influence of selected factors and knowledge on worm infestation among parents of pediatric patients attending OPD at a Teaching Hospital, Sri Lanka. It was a descriptive cross-sectional study. A validated interviewer-administered questionnaire was used as a study instrument. A systematic random sampling method was used to select the 422 participants. The response rate was 79% (n=334). Pre-determined cut-off values used to assess the knowledge of worm infestation and knowledge on anthelmintic drug usage were 60% and 50%, respectively. Using these cut-off values, the level of knowledge was categorized as good and poor. Most of the participants were females (85.6%, n=286), and the mean age was 32(±5) years. 60.2% (n= 201) and 86.8% (n=290) had good knowledge on worm infestation and anthelmintic drug usage. Only 66.4% (n=215) of respondents used anthelmintics to their children as self-medication or prescribed drug. The age of the participants was statistically associated with anthelmintic drug knowledge (p<0.05). Knowledge of worm infestation could be further improved by educating the parents.
Focalización de subsidios de salud
Authors: Alvis-Guzmán Nelson , Orozco-Africano Julio , Alvis-Estrada Luis
Published: October 2021

La optimización del uso de los recursos que se destinan a garantizar el acceso a los servicios de salud es una permanente preocupación de los formuladores de políticas públicas sanitarias. Las opciones de universalización y focalización parecen, para algunos, ser alternativas opuestas con racionalidades distintas que buscan, no solo garantizar la equidad de los servicios, sino maximizar la eficiencia asignativa. En este estudio se realiza una revisión de estos conceptos y se analiza la utilidad de los mismos al momento de asignar subsidios de salud.Palabras Claves: Focalización, Equidad, Servicios de Salud.
Hubungan Kebiasaan Makan dan Faktor Stress dengan Kejadian Gastritis di Puskesmas Larangan Utara Kota Tangerang
Authors: Rizkiana Nindita , Tanuwijaya Rani Rahmasari
Published: October 2021

Pendahuluan; Gastritis merupakan salah satu masalah kesehatan saluran pencernaan yang paling sering terjadi. Gastritis juga dapat disebut sebagai iritasi lambung atau radang lambung. Penyakit gastritis paling sering dikeluhkan di masyarakat dan diperkirakan hampir semua penderita gastritis mengalami kekambuhan. Salah satu faktor yang dapat menimbulkan munculnya gejala gastritis adalah kebiasaan makan dan faktor stress. Tujuan; untuk mengetahui hubungan kebiasaan makan dan faktor stress terhadap kejadian gastritis. Metode dan Sampel; Penelitian ini menggunakan desain penelitian observasional dengan pendekatan cross-sectional. Total sampel sebesar 98 responden, menggunakan teknik simple random sampling. Hasil; menunjukkan ada hubungan yang bermakna antara kebiasaan makan pada pasien dengan kejadian gastritis di Puskesmas Larangan Utara Kota Tangerang (p=0,000), ada hubungan yang bermakna antara faktor stress pada pasien dengan kejadian gastritis di Puskesmas Larangan Utara Kota Tangerang (p=0,000). Kesimpulan; diperoleh bahwa kebiasaan makan dan faktor stress berhubungan dengan kejadian gastritis, dan disarankan kepada penderita gatritis untuk dapat mengontrol keadaan mental atau psikologis tubuh dalam menangani kejadian stress sehingga tidak memicu terjadinya peningkatan asam lambung.
The role of modern manufacturing systems in process Design
Authors: Wahab Zainab Salah
Published: October 2021

The aim of the research to measure the correlation relationship between modern manufacturing systems and process design and measure the effect by adopting the regression; the research consists of two main variables, which are modern manufacturing systems and process design; it was applied in the production lines of the General Company for Construction Industries, There is a sample of managers, engineers, technicians, administrators, and some workers were selected to fill the special questionnaire with (70) forms which distributed and (65) were approved suitable for use, For data analysis the correlation coefficient was adopted to measure the relationship and regression analysis to find out the effect, Using (SPSS), So the first hypothesis for the research was rejected, that was stated (there is a correlation relationship between modern manufacturing systems and process design)
The Meaning of «ἑνὶ ὀνόματι» in the Sectio canonis
Authors: Acerbi Fabio
Published: October 2021

A new interpretation is proposed of the crucial expression «ἑνὶ ὀνόματι» (“in one name”) as applied to ratios of the musical concords in the preface of the Sectio canonis ascribed to Euclid. A link is also established with the name of one of the irrational lines introduced by Euclid in Elements 10. Past interpretations of the expression are discussed and shown to be inadequate. Published Online (2021-04-30)Copyright © 2021 by Fabio Acerbi Article PDF Link: https://jps.library.utoronto.ca/index.php/aestimatio/article/view/37577/28592 Corresponding Author: Fabio AcerbiCNRS, ParisE-Mail: fabacerbi@gmail.com
Wilbur R. Knorr on Thābit ibn Qurra: A Case-Study in the Historiography of Premodern Science
Authors: Brentjes Sonja
Published: October 2021

There was a widespread belief among historians of science of my generation that high competence with regard to content and languages alone can guarantee better, more reliable results than can good philology combined with high competence in history or the other human sciences. In my casestudy of Wilbur R. Knorr’s analysis of several medieval Arabic and Latin texts on the balance, or steelyard, I highlight a variety of factors that compromised time and again his understanding and interpretation of his chosen texts. I conclude that a greater openness to more complex historiographical assumptions and more sophisticated methodological approaches as well as a greater willingness to contextualize documents in numerous dimensions before coming to conclusions about their specific meaning is crucial if we are to correct and improve upon work such as Knorr’s analysis of the Kitab al-qarastun, ascribed to Thābit ibn Qurra, and the Liber de canonio. The way forward is to enhance and temper philological analysis with solid analysis of scientific content within its relevant contexts. Published Online (2021-04-30)Copyright © 2021 by Sonja Brentjes Article PDF Link: https://jps.library.utoronto.ca/index.php/aestimatio/article/view/37604/28609 Corresponding Author: Sonja BrentjesMPIWG, BerlinE-Mail: brentjes@mpiwg-berlin.mpg.de
Biofertilizer Impacts on Cassava (Manihot Esculenta Crantz) Cultivation: Improved Soil Health and Quality, Igbariam, Nigeria
Authors: Otaiku Ayodele A
Published: October 2021

Cassava crop cultivation microbiome impacts by microbial biofertilizer is an integral function of the agro-ecology, its evolution (yield, soil health and quality) for sustainable agriculture. Increased yield and nutrient bioavailability powered by co-inoculation of microbial consortia adaptability to the soil ecology. Biofertilizer solves the traceability problem of chemical farm inputs, suitability and nutrient use efficiency as an integral function of the rhizosphere microbiome ‘tailor’ integrated soil fertility management that improves micronutrient and macronutrient via plant microbe interactions for soil health quality and crop degradation management.Mycorrhizal spp mutualistic symbiosis with plant roots satisfies the crop nutrients requirements. Aspergillus spp, Bacillus spp and Clostridium spp in the biofertilizer enhances potassium solubilization, a major challenge in cassava crop nutrition development of the biomass and mineralization. Soil organic matter improvement as a function of biofertilizer application help management of carbon sequestration and climate vulnerabilities.
Arrhythmia Detection using Pan-Tompkins Algorithm and Hilbert Transform with Real-Time ECG Signals
Authors: Balta Deniz , Akyemis Esra Melike
Published: October 2021

Electrocardiography (ECG) is a form of examination based on printing on millimetric paper the contraction and relaxation phases of the atria and ventricles of the heart, the electrical activity that occurs during the stimulation of the heart and the transmission of the stimulus. For the first diagnosis of diseases such as heart attacks, it is very important to make this preliminary impression and inform the doctor and patient as soon as possible.In this study, any arrhythmia risk can be determined by examining the heart rate and QRS width values calculated by graphing the signal value coming from the electrodes of the Electrocardiography monitor taken for heart rhythm monitoring in hospitals and by detecting the QRS points from the signal data with the Pan Tompkins algorithm and Hilbert Transform method. The image of the ECG graph and the signal analysis results, which are the result of the graphing of the data, can be sent via e-mail. In line with the values obtained in this study, it has been determined that the Pan Tompkins algorithm's signal detection accuracy, sensitivity and accurate prediction ratio gives better results than Hilbert Transform method during the detection of peaks from ECG signals.
RELA��ES ENTRE A BNCC E O DIREITO DE BRINCAR NA EDUCA��O INFANTIL
Authors: Machado Andreia De Bem , L�cio Vera Regina
Published: October 2021

No mundo globalizado, a partir da Lei de Diretrizes e Bases, iniciou-se as discuss�es e pol�ticas da educa��o infantil, pois essa passa a ser parte integrante da educa��o b�sica. As quest�es referentes a um curr�culo nacional � articulado e passa a ser implementado no cen�rio nacional a Base Nacional Comum Curricular (BNCC), para posteriormente ser� discutida nos estados e munic�pios. Sendo assim o objetivo deste trabalho ser� identificar as rela��es entre a BNCC e a os documentos oficiais da Educa��o Infantil. Para tanto utilizou-se da metodologia bibliogr�fica e documental. Os resultados alcan�ados foram que cada rede de ensino ir� organizar-se atrav�s para confec��o de sua proposta curricular municipal baseadas nas 10 compet�ncias gerais da BNCC.
SISU OU VESTIBULAR? A POL�TICA DE ACESSO NO CONTEXTO DE UMA UNIVERSIDADE P�BLICA DO INTERIOR DA BAHIA
Authors: Alves Daniel Cardoso
Published: October 2021

A amplia��o da oferta de vagas nas institui��es p�blicas de ensino superior apresenta-se como uma das vinte e uma estrat�gias estabelecidas no Plano Nacional de Educa��o para a consecu��o da Meta 12. Essa Meta, no bojo das suas estrat�gias, assume um car�ter qualiquantivativo � medida que vincula a amplia��o do n�mero de matr�culas � garantia social de participa��o proporcional nas vagas ofertadas para grupos socioeconomicamente desfavorecidos. Com o objetivo de avaliar o alcance dessa Meta, a pesquisa, que ora se apresenta, analisou, no per�odo de 2012 a 2016, a pol�tica de acesso nos cursos de gradua��o da Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia. Para isso, adotou como procedimentos a revis�o bibliogr�fica e as pesquisas documental e de campo. Os resultados obtidos refutaram a hip�tese de que a substitui��o do Vestibular pelo SiSU impactaria negativamente nos dados institucionais. Pelo contr�rio, nota-se que h� similaridades de dados em ambos os processos seletivos, inclusive, com rela��o � origem geogr�fica dos discentes.