bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Erweiterte Rollenfunktionen der Physiotherapie im Akutkrankenhaus – Umfrage unter Physiotherapeuten der Ostschweiz
Authors: Oesch Peter , Tomovic Sara , Sonderer Patrizia , Bovard Cynthia 
Published: October 2019

Zusammenfassung
Hintergrund Die medizinische Versorgung im akutstationären Bereich steht im Fokus politischer Debatten. Damit einher geht die Diskussion über Übernahmen von erweiterten Rollenfunktionen (ER) durch nicht ärztliche Gesundheitsfachpersonen. ER von Physiotherapeuten sind als Aufgaben definiert, die traditionellerweise nicht von diesen durchgeführt werden und eine zur Grundausbildung zusätzliche Ausbildung benötigen.
Ziel Erfassung der ER von Physiotherapeuten in Akutspitälern der Ostschweiz.
Methode Bei der Online-Umfrage unter Physiotherapeuten der Ostschweiz mittels Snow Ball Sampling wurden Form und Anzahl der ER, benötigte Aus- und Weiterbildungen, Aufführung der ER in Stellenbeschreibungen und deren Lohnrelevanz sowie demografische und arbeitsspezifische Angaben zu den Befragten und ihren Institutionen erfasst. Die statistische Analyse erfolgte mehrheitlich deskriptiv. Die multivariate Regressionsanalyse umfasste die Beurteilung der Einflüsse von Alter, Geschlecht, Erfahrung im Akutspital, Bildungsgrad, Hierarchiestufe, Spitalform, Spitalgröße und organisatorische Zuordnung der Physiotherapeuten zur Anzahl der ausgeübten ER.
Ergebnisse An der Umfrage nahmen 179 Physiotherapeuten teil, die alle mindestens eine ER ausführten. Es bestand ein signifikanter Zusammenhang zwischen der Anzahl ausgeführter ER und der Hierarchiestufe, den Jahren Berufserfahrung im Akutspital, dem Alter und der Spitalform. Die am häufigsten genannten Barrieren für ER waren Mangel an Finanzierungsmöglichkeiten und Zeit. Die Durchführung von ER war bei 37 % der Befragten lohnrelevant und bei 56 % in der Stellenbeschreibung vermerkt. 87,2 % der Physiotherapeuten würden gerne vermehrt ER ausüben und 98,3 % erachten ER als wichtig für die Berufsentwicklung.
Schlussfolgerungen Physiotherapeuten im Akutspital üben häufig ER aus, ohne dass dies bekannt ist oder honoriert wird. ER können Versorgungsengpässe in der medizinischen Versorgung im Akutspital mindern und bei entsprechender Anerkennung und Entlohnung attraktive Karrieremodelle für PT darstellen.
Endocuff vision-assisted vs. standard polyp resection in the colorectum (the EVASTA study): a prospective randomized study
Authors: von Figura Guido , Hasenöhrl Moritz , Haller Bernhard , Poszler Alexander , Ulrich Jörg , Brown Hayley , Abdelhafez Mohamed , Schmid Roland M. , von Delius Stefan , Klare Peter 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Background Cap-assisted colonoscopy is frequently used to facilitate adenoma detection during endoscopy. However, data on how cap assistance influences polyp resection are scarce. We aimed to evaluate the impact of cap assistance with the Endocuff vision device (EVD) on the resection time for colorectal polyps in patients undergoing colonoscopy.
Methods A randomized, prospective study was performed in a university hospital in Germany. A total of 250 patients were randomly assigned 1:1 to undergo either colonoscopy with the EVD (EVD arm) or standard colonoscopy without the use of a cap (standard arm). The primary outcome was the average duration of polypectomy. Secondary outcomes included adenoma detection rate, cecal and ileal intubation times, and propofol dosage.
Results The use of EVD led to a significant reduction in the median polypectomy time in the EVD vs. standard arm (54 vs. 80 seconds, respectively; P = 0.02). This effect was strongest for polyps ≥ 6 mm. Compared with the standard group, Endocuff assistance also resulted in a shorter cecal intubation time (6 vs. 8 minutes; P = 0.03) and overall colonoscopy time (23 vs. 27 minutes; P = 0.02). In contrast, no difference in withdrawal time was observed. The polyp and adenoma detection rates did not differ significantly between the two groups.
Conclusion Endocuff-assisted colonoscopy reduces the duration of polypectomy, which may be due to a more stable scope position during resection. Further studies are needed to investigate whether comparable effects will be seen for other interventions, such as clipping or biopsy sampling.
Der KINDL-Fragebogen zur Erfassung der allgemeinen Lebensqualität bei adenotonsillärer Hyperplasie
Authors: Stupp Franziska , Hoffmann Thomas Karl , Sommer Fabian , Grossi Anna-Sophia , Lindemann Jörg 
Published: October 2019

Zusammenfassung
Hintergrund Bisher liegen zur allgemeinen kindlichen Lebensqualität (LQ) bei Adenotomie und Adenotonsillotomie kaum systematische Studien vor, obwohl Eingriffe an den „Polypen“ und „Mandeln“ die häufigsten Operationen im Kindesalter in Deutschland darstellen. Daher wurde erstmals bei dieser Fragestellung der etablierte KINDL-Fragebogen zur Erhebung der kindlichen Lebensqualität eingesetzt.
Methoden Das Studienkollektiv (n = 111) sowie eine Kontrollgruppe (n = 35) im Wartedesign wurden konsekutiv aus Kindern (3–6 Jahre) rekrutiert, welche eine Adenotomie (66 %) oder Adenotonsillotomie (34 %) erhielten. Die prospektive Elternbefragung zur allgemeinen LQ der Kinder wurde für die Interventionsgruppe mit dem Kiddy-KINDL®-Fragebogen am Operationstag und 3,5 Monate postoperativ durchgeführt. Die Befragung der Vergleichsgruppe erfolgte am Tag der OP-Terminvergabe und am Operationstag nach ca. 3 Monaten.
Ergebnisse Der Gesamtskalen-Score des Kiddy-KINDL von max. 100 Punkten verbesserte sich in der Interventionsgruppe von präoperativ 75,9 ± 10,8 (95 %-KI [73,8–77,9]) leicht, jedoch nicht signifikant auf 77,2 ± 9,2 Punkte (95 %-KI [75,1–79,0]; p = 0,365). Auch in der Vergleichsgruppe zeigte sich keine signifikante Abweichung im Verlauf (77,9 ± 9,7; 95 %-KI [74,1–81,7] vs. 77,3 ± 11,3; 95 %-KI [72,8–81,8]; p = 0,949) oder im Vergleich zum präoperativen Score der Interventionsgruppe (p = 0,894). In den Subskalen-Scores für „körperliches Wohlbefinden“ (p < 0,01), „Schule“ (p = 0,034) und „Eltern“ (p < 0,01) ergaben sich für die Interventionsgruppe dagegen signifikante Verbesserungen. Kinder mit zusätzlicher Tonsillotomie zeigten auch einen signifikanten postoperativen Anstieg des Gesamtskalen-Scores (p = 0,049).
Schlussfolgerung Die verwendete Version des Kiddy-KINDL eignet sich demnach nicht uneingeschränkt zur Erfassung der allgemeinen LQ bei adenotonsillärer Hyperplasie, da eine Verbesserung der LQ nur in Teilbereichen erfasst werden konnte. Da jedoch insbesondere die Tonsillotomie einen relevanten Einfluss auf die LQ zu haben scheint, sollte bei Hyperplasie der Gaumenmandeln die Indikation zur Tonsillotomie im Rahmen einer Adenotomie durchaus großzügiger gestellt werden.
Effect of Bleaching and Ca(OH)2 Dressing on the Bond Strength of Fiberglass Posts to Root Dentine
Authors: Nery-Silva Iane Souza , Rover Gabriela , Tedesco Maybell , Garcia Lucas da Fonseca Roberti , Bortoluzzi Eduardo Antunes , Alves Ana Maria Hecke , Teixeira Cleonice Silveira 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Objective The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of the intracoronary bleaching and calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) dressing use, on the bond strength (BS) of fiberglass posts to root dentine.
Materials and Methods After root canal filling of 40 bovine incisors, a 2-mm thick cervical plug was fabricated 2 mm below the cementum–enamel junction. Seven days later, teeth were randomly distributed into four groups (n = 10), as follows: G1 no bleaching, followed by immediate post cementation; G2 bleaching and immediate post cementation; G3 bleaching, dressing with Ca(OH)2 for 7 days, and post cementation; and G4 bleaching, no dressing, and post cementation after 7 days. The roots were transversally cut into 1-mm thick slices to perform the push-out test (0.5 mm/min). Failure modes were assessed under scanning electron microscopy.
Statistical Analysis The analysis of variance (two-way ANOVA) was performed, followed by the supplementary Tukey multiple comparison test (a = 5%).
Results No significant difference for BS was observed among groups. Considering the different root thirds, G1 had higher BS values for the cervical third in comparison with the apical one (p < 0.05). The most frequent failure modes were adhesive between cement/dentine (G1); cohesive at the post (G2 and G3), and mixed (G4).
Conclusions The BS of the fiberglass posts to root dentine was not affected by the intracoronary bleaching and the use of Ca(OH)2 dressing.
A Clinically Integrated mHealth App and Practice Model for Collecting Patient-Reported Outcomes between Visits for Asthma Patients: Implementation and Feasibility
Authors: Rudin Robert S. , Fanta Christopher H. , Qureshi Nabeel , Duffy Erin , Edelen Maria O. , Dalal Anuj K. , Bates David W. 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Objective Mobile health (mHealth) apps may prove to be useful tools for supporting chronic disease management. We assessed the feasibility of implementing a clinically integrated mHealth app and practice model to facilitate between-visit asthma symptom monitoring as per guidelines and with the help of patient-reported outcomes (PRO).
Methods We implemented the intervention at two pulmonary clinics and conducted a mixed-methods analysis of app usage data and semi-structured interview of patients and clinician participants over a 25-week study period.
Results Five physicians, 1 physician's assistant, 1 nurse, and 26 patients participated. Twenty-four patients (92%) were still participating in the intervention at the end of the 25-week study period. On average, each patient participant completed 21 of 25 questionnaires (84% completion rate). Weekly completion rates were higher for participants who were female (88 vs. 73%, p = 0.02) and obtained a bachelor's degree level or higher (94 vs. 74%, p = 0.04). On average, of all questionnaires, including both completed and not completed (25 weekly questionnaires times 26 patient participants), 25% had results severe enough to qualify for a callback from a nurse; however, patients declined this option in roughly half of the cases in which they were offered the option. We identified 6 key themes from an analysis of 21 patients and 5 clinician interviews. From the patient's perspective, these include more awareness of asthma, more connected with provider, and app simplicity. From the clinician's perspective, these include minimal additional work required, facilitating triage, and informing conversations during visits.
Conclusion Implementation of a clinically integrated mHealth app and practice model can achieve high patient retention and adherence to guideline-recommended asthma symptom monitoring, while minimally burdening clinicians. The intervention has the potential for scaling to primary care and reducing utilization of urgent and emergency care.
“The murderer is him ✓”
Authors: Zhang Leticia Tian , Cassany Daniel 
Published: October 2019

AbstractThis paper analyzes humorous comments created through a popular viewing-and-commenting system used in China and Japan, known asdanmu(ordanmaku). This system enables its users to superimpose anonymous comments on the video frame, which are displayed in subsequent viewing. We collected 327 user-selected ‘funniest’ screenshots of comments fromdanmuvideo sharing sites. Using content and discourse analysis, we re-contextualized the comments and identified main mechanisms of humor. Results show that speakers make fun of the plot, characters and of each other, relating to the video frame, Chinese culture and Japanese fandom. They rely on non-aggressive but rather playful teasing, allusions and retorts, and apply multimodal resources such as color, layout, and symbols to enhance the humorous effect. Our study contributes to the emerging research focus on multimodal humor (Yus 2016), social semiotics and a discursive approach todanmu-mediated communication.
Properties of intrinsic point defects and dimers in hexagonal boron nitride
Authors: Strand Jack , Larcher Luca , Shluger Alexander L 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) is a wide gap 2D layered material with good insulating properties. Intrinsic point defects in hBN play an important role in its applications as a dielectric in 2D electronic devices. However, the electronic properties of these defects are still poorly understood. We have calculated the structure and properties of a wide range of intrinsic point defects in the bulk of hBN using hybrid density functional theory (DFT). These include vacancies and interstitial states of B and N as well as di- and tri-vacancies. For each isolated defect, multiple charge states are calculated, and for each charge state multiple spin states are investigated. Positions of defect charge transition levels in the band gap of hBN are calculated. In particular, we predict that B vacancies are likely to be negatively charged in contact with graphene and other metals. Calculations of the interaction between vacancies predict that divacancies in both B and N sublattices are strongly binding. Moreover, the interaction of single B and N vacancies in adjacent layers induces the creation of -N–N- and -B–B- molecular bridges, which greatly distort the local structure, leading to local bond weakening. These results provide further insight into the properties of defects which can be responsible for degradation of hBN based devices.
Macroscopical model of streamer coronas around a spherical electrode
Authors: González M , Gordillo-Vázquez F J , Luque A 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
We present a model for streamer coronas emerging from a spherical electrode at high electrostatic potential. By means of a macroscopic streamer model and approximating the corona as a set of identical streamers with a prescribed spatial distribution around the electrode, we establish that coronas more densely packed with streamers are slower and more efficient at screening the electric field inside the streamers. We also apply our model to investigate the electrostatic potential at the boundary of the corona sheath that surrounds a leader and we underline the relevance of the rise-time of the leader potential during a leader step.
Neuro-fuzzy mid-term forecasting of electricity consumption using meteorological data
Authors: Adedeji Paul A. , Akinlabi Stephen , Madushele Nkosinathi , Olatunji Obafemi 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Forecasting energy consumption is highly essential for strategic and operational planning. This study uses the Adaptive-Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) for a midterm forecast of electricity consumption. The model comprises of three meteorological variables as inputs and electricity consumption as output. Two ANFIS models with two clustering techniques (Fuzzy c-Means (FCM) and Grid Partitioning (GP) were developed (ANFIS-FCM and ANFIS-GP) to forecast monthly energy consumption based on meteorological variables. The performance of each model was determined using known statistical metrics. This compares the predicted electricity consumption with the observed and a statistical significance between the two reported. ANFIS-FCM model recorded a better mean absolute deviation (MAD), root mean square (RMSE), and mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) values of 0.396, 0.738, and 8.613 respectively compared to the ANFIS-GP model, which has MAD, RMSE, and MAPE values of 0.450, 0.762, and 9.430 values respectively. The study established that FCM is a good clustering technique in ANFIS compared to GP and recommended a comparison between the two techniques on hybrid ANFIS model.
Technology usage and employee behaviour: controversies, complications, and implications in the Nigerian business environment
Authors: Agboola Mayowa G , Akinbode Mosunmola , Segun-Adeniran Chidi , Ifeanyichukwu Dibia Peter , Oloruntoba Anuoluwapo , Dinyain Tamarapreye , Johnson Fabunmi Tolulope , Funsho Temitope , Abayomi Akinde Oluwaseun , Betek Chelsea M 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Organizations are among the key units of the society. An organization comprises of several people including employees. The behaviour of employees determines the performance and efficiency of the organization. Technology is an important factor that distinguishes one organization from the other. Employee’s acceptance, rejection, and adaptability to technology being used determine to a great extent how organizations will thrive in a business environment. The drive of technology usage is to ensure that work processes are made easier, faster and to improve the organization’s economic efficiency. In addition, technology usage greatly influences employee behaviour. The aim of this paper is to find out how technology usage affects employee behaviour and vice versa. It is important to understand that in order to improve employee’s usage of technology incorporated into the organization, individual behaviour of employees must be examined cum their attitude. The results of the study indicate that employee behaviour mainly affects technology usage, promotes individual learning, increases efficiency and effectiveness, and improves organizational performance. The paper therefore recommends periodic review of organizational policies and in addition, procure hardware and software to guide against hackers and scammers to avoid losing those important information.
Thermal Degradation and Spectroscopic study of Neat Palm Oil, Waste Palm Oil, and Waste Palm Oil Methyl Ester
Authors: Awogbemi Omojola , Onuh Emmanuel I , Komolafe Clement A 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Research into finding an affordable, renewable, biodegradable and environmentally friendly alternative fuel to power compression ignition engine has been intensified in the past few decades. The application of waste palm oil (WPO) as feedstock for biodiesel has gained traction and has led to a decline in the production cost of biodiesel, and prevents the contamination of aquatic and terrestrial habitats. The present effort is geared towards characterization of neat palm oil (NPO), WPO and waste palm oil methyl ester (WPOME) through Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Derivative thermogravimetric (DTG), and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR). Samples of NPO and WPO were collected from takeaway outlets. The WPO was converted into WPOME by transesterification. The outcome of DTG analysis showed that the vaporization of NPO, WPO, and WPOME occurred between 320 °C and 480 °C; 320 °C and 470 °C, and 27 °C and 103 °C respectively. The TGA analysis revealed that NPO, WPO, and WPOME exhibited similar thermal degradation trend and lost 98 %, 29 %, and 63 % of their weight respectively, during the one stage of thermal degradation. The spectra curve for NPO and WPO followed the same trend and achieve peaks at nearly the same wavelength of 1743 cm−1 while the peculiar peak of the spectra curve for WPOME occurred at 1022 cm−1. In conclusion, this work reinforces that usage and transesterification alters the thermal degradation and spectroscopic pattern of palm oil.
Spectral filtering of photovoltaic cells using novel bio-filter: Silver coated Hibiscus extract using methanol solution
Authors: Emetere M.E. , Nehemiah Adeyemo 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Spectra filtering is a fairly new concept to control the damaging contributions of solar IR radiations to photovoltaic (PV) cells or panel. In this research, the bio-filter was synthesized and tested. The bio-filter was proposed as the panacea to filtering the solar IR radiations. The bio-filter performance was adjudged to show little success, as it was 3% lower than the normal performance in the monocrystalline solar PV panel and 50% higher than the normal performance in the polycrystalline solar PV panel. The varying results in the polycrystalline and monocrystalline PV panels may arise as a result of unequal coating of the panel. Hence, the coating technique is recommended to be uniform and precise in further research work.
Optimization of solar photovoltaic efficiency using angular inclination: Effect on surface temperature distribution
Authors: Emetere M.E. , Adeyemo N. 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Temperature distribution over the surface of a solar photovoltaic (PV) panel is essential as over heating lowers the efficiency of the PV module. There have been multiple solutions towards cooling the PV surface during extremely hot sunshine. The mechanism is envisaged to be expensive to construct and maintain. In this research the PV panel was inclined at various degree to determine the best inclination that would allow convective cooling. It was observed that at an inclination of 45°, the convective cooling from surrounding wind was able to regulate the surface temperature. Hence, the sinusoidal trend of thermal heating was distorted significantly-signifying that the convective wind was able to mitigate the PV surface heating.
Monitoring of Background Radiation in Selected Schools in Ota, Ogun State Nigeria by Direct Measurement of Terrestrial Radiation Dose Rate
Authors: Onumejor C. A. , Akinpelu A. , Arijaje T. E. , Usikalu M. R. , Oladapo O. F. , Emetere M. E. , Omeje M. , Achuka J. A. 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Terrestrial radiations are natural types from radionuclides found in rocks, building materials and soils in an environment. Monitoring of background radiation energy levels in selected school in Ota, Ogun State Nigeria by direct measurement of terrestrial radiation dose rate was done. The mean dose rate ranged from 35.4 to 62.34 nGyh−1. The measured mean values are within world average recommended limits of 59 nGyh−1 except for study location SC7 with mean dose rate value of 62.34 nGyh−1. On the over all, it can be concluded that the concentration of NORM (naturally occurring radioactive materials) and radiation dose rate in an environment is at safe level. Further environmental radiation assessment is recommended to ascertain the possible sources of background radiation dose rate and exposure, beside terrestrial radiation sources.
A Mini Review on the Impact of Sewage Disposal on Environment and Ecosystem
Authors: Fayomi G U , Mini S E , Fayomi O S I , Owodolu T. , Ayoola A.A. , Wusu O. 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Human activities contribute immensely to the production of wastewater which emanates from residences, industries and agricultural practices that pollutes the environment and water bodies. Up to 80-90% of the wastewater produced in developing countries is disposed of into surface and groundwater which is a major cause of environmental pollution that threatens human health. According to UN report, over 80% of the wastewater produced in the world and over 95% in some least developed countries is released without being treated into the environment. This paper reviews the methods of sewage disposal, the impact on the environment, aquatic contaminant and the human health. Emphasis is placed on the impact of disposal of various contaminants in aquifers and water bodies which could make water unsafe for drinking and to perform other domestic and recreational activities