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Feasibility study of automated interactive voice response telephone calls with community health nurse follow‐up to improve glycaemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes
Authors: Pichayapinyo Panan , Saslow Laura R. , Aikens James E. , Marinec Nicolle , Sillabutra Jutatip , Rattanapongsai Piyamon , Piette John D. 
Published: September 2019

AbstractBackgroundThailand has a shortage of community health nurses for supporting the self‐management of type 2 diabetes, which is prevalent and poorly controlled.AimThis study examined the feasibility and acceptability of a self‐care assistance programme for poorly controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus. The SukapapNet programme consisted of automated interactive voice response calls to patients and automated follow‐up email notifications to their nurses.DesignSingle‐arm pre‐post trial.MethodsSix nurses and 35 type 2 diabetes patients were recruited from primary care settings in suburban provinces in Thailand. The study was conducted from June 2017 to November 2017. We assessed patients before and after 12 weeks of the SukapapNet intervention.ResultsMean glycated haemoglobin decreased by 0.9%. Patients reported reduced carbohydrate consumption, increased physical activity, increased medication adherence, improved sleep quality, and more frequent foot care. Patients and nurses both recommended using the intervention, although nurses expressed concerns regarding increased workload.ConclusionsThe study programme could improve outcomes in Thai type 2 diabetes patients. Further study of the impact of technology upon nurses' workload is warranted.
A rare case of acral amelanotic melanoma, nodular type
Authors: Mohammed Saeed Dereen , Braniecki Marylee , Groth John V. 
Published: September 2019

AbstractAmelanotic melanoma is a rare melanoma subtype, and it is even more rare when it occurs at an acral site. We here present a case of a nodular amelanotic acral melanoma (NAAM) occurring on the heel of an 83‐year old female. It presented as an ulcerated pink nodular growth on the heel, which clinically mimicked other nodular non‐pigmented lesions, causing a delay in diagnosis until it was biopsied. This case is a demonstration of the critical importance to include NAAM in the differential diagnosis of nodular non‐pigmented skin lesions as to avoid delay in diagnosis and disease progression, in which early detection can provide the most modifiable prognostic factor.
Occupational stress and cognitive failure of nurses and associations with self‐reported adverse events: A national cross‐sectional survey
Authors: Kakemam Edris , Kalhor Roholla , Khakdel Zahra , Khezri Ali , West Sancia , Visentin Denis , Cleary Michelle 
Published: September 2019

AbstractAimTo determine correlations for nurse self‐reported occupational stress, prevalence of cognitive failure (CF), and adverse events.DesignCross‐sectional nationwide survey.MethodsTertiary‐level public hospitals (N = 115) from 13 provinces in Iran were recruited and 2,895 nurses surveyed (August 2016–December 2017). Participants’ self‐reported demographic information, occupational stress, CF, and frequency of adverse events were analysed using chi‐square, t tests, and binary logistic regression.ResultsThis study showed that 29.1% of nurses had experienced adverse events in the past six months. Significant predictors for reported adverse events from logistic regression were ‘Role stressors’, ‘Interpersonal relations stressors’, and ‘Action’, while ‘Working environment stressors’ was protective for reported adverse events. Demographic predictors of adverse events were longer work hours and male gender, while those working in critical care units, general wards, and other wards had higher reported adverse events than for emergency wards.ConclusionsOccupational stress and CF are associated with the reporting of adverse events. Further research is needed to assess interventions to address occupational stress and CF to reduce adverse events.ImpactAdverse events compromise patient safety, lead to increased healthcare costs, and impact nursing staff. Higher self‐reported adverse events were associated with higher reported stressors and CF. Understanding the factors that influence occupational stress, CF, and adverse events will support quality patient care and safety.
Powerful CEOs, cash bonus contracts and firm performance
Authors: Bachmann Rebecca L. , Loyeung Anna , Matolcsy Zoltan P. , Spiropoulos Helen 
Published: September 2019

AbstractWe investigate whether powerful chief executive officers (CEOs) influence the conditions of their cash bonus contracts. Specifically, we examine (i) the association between CEO power and the proportion of ex‐ante cash bonus to base salary (bonus ratio), (ii) the association between CEO power and the relative use of non‐financial to financial performance targets in cash bonus contracts, and (iii) the performance consequences of incorporating non‐financial targets in cash bonus contracts. Results show that powerful CEOs are associated with greater ex‐ante bonus ratios and higher proportions of non‐financial performance targets compared to less powerful CEOs. Furthermore, the use of quantitative and corporate social responsibility (CSR)‐related non‐financial performance targets is positively associated with subsequent firm performance, and the use of undefined non‐financial performance targets is negatively associated with subsequent firm performance. These results are robust to alternative econometric specifications and variable definitions.
Expert panel consensus recommendations for ambulatory blood pressure monitoring in Asia: The HOPE Asia Network
Authors: Kario Kazuomi , Shin Jinho , Chen Chen‐Huan , Buranakitjaroen Peera , Chia Yook‐Chin , Divinagracia Romeo , Nailes Jennifer , Hoshide Satoshi , Siddique Saulat , Sison Jorge , Soenarta Arieska Ann , Sogunuru Guru Prasad , Tay Jam Chin , Teo Boon Wee , Turana Yuda , Zhang Yuqing , Park Sungha , Van Minh Huynh , Wang Ji‐Guang 
Published: September 2019

AbstractHypertension is an important public health issue because of its association with a number of significant diseases and adverse outcomes. However, there are important ethnic differences in the pathogenesis and cardio‐/cerebrovascular consequences of hypertension. Given the large populations and rapidly aging demographic in Asian regions, optimal strategies to diagnose and manage hypertension are of high importance. Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) is an important out‐of‐office blood pressure (BP) measurement tool that should play a central role in hypertension detection and management. The use of ABPM is particularly important in Asia due to the specific features of hypertension in Asian patients, including a high prevalence of masked hypertension, disrupted BP variability with marked morning BP surge, and nocturnal hypertension. This HOPE Asia Network document summarizes region‐specific literature on the relationship between ABPM parameters and cardiovascular risk and target organ damage, providing a rationale for consensus‐based recommendations on the use of ABPM in Asia. The aim of these recommendations is to guide and improve clinical practice to facilitate optimal BP monitoring with the goal of optimizing patient management and expediting the efficient allocation of treatment and health care resources. This should contribute to the HOPE Asia Network mission of improving the management of hypertension and organ protection toward achieving “zero” cardiovascular events in Asia.
Combined effects of glycerol and petrolatum in an emollient cream: A randomized, double‐blind, crossover study in healthy volunteers with dry skin
Authors: Vaillant Loïc , Georgescou Gabriela , Rivollier Constance , Delarue Alain 
Published: September 2019

AbstractBackgroundThe stratum corneum plays an important protective physiological role in providing a barrier to preventing skin desiccation and penetration of external agents. Emollients are used commonly to improve barrier function and skin hydration.AimsThe primary objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of an emollient, V0034CR cream, and its active ingredients, to restore the cutaneous barrier. Secondary objectives included assessment of the moisturizing activity of each product and tolerance. The study was not designed to evaluate therapeutic benefit.MethodsIn this randomized, double‐blind, 4‐arm crossover, clinical pharmacology study, the full emollient V0034CR, its vehicle formulation alone, or with glycerol, or petrolatum, was applied to the forearms of healthy volunteers (n = 51) with dry skin (Kligman score of 2 or 3). Cutaneous permeability by Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) and skin moisture content by corneometry were serially measured for 12 hours following application. An analysis of variance with repeated measures was performed on the evolution of TEWL and corneometry.ResultsV0034CR emollient significantly reduced mean TEWL compared to vehicle (P = .0018) and vehicle + glycerol (P = .0001) and significantly increased mean corneometry scores compared to vehicle (P < .0001) and vehicle + petrolatum (P < .0001).ConclusionsThe emollient V0034CR presented combined effects, with the petrolatum component improving skin barrier function, with a reduction in TEWL, and the glycerol component improving skin hydration.
Child participation in health care (ChiPaC)—Development and psychometric evaluation of a self‐report instrument for children's participation in health care
Authors: Gilljam Britt‐Mari , Arvidsson Susann , Nygren Jens M. , Svedberg Petra 
Published: September 2019

AbstractAims and objectivesTo develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of a self‐report instrument measuring 6‐ to 12‐year‐old children's own experiences of participation in health care.BackgroundValidated measures to evaluate children's participation in health care can play a critical role in strategic work towards supporting children's participation at an individual level and in working towards quality improvements at an organisational level. There are, however, no available instruments to achieve this.MethodsAn instrument development design was used, together with the TRIPOD checklist. Item construction was based on research about children's perspectives on participation in health care and Shier's model for participation. The face and content validity was evaluated by 14 healthy children, 9 paediatric nurses and 8 children with different diseases. The construct validity, internal consistency and stability reliability were evaluated based on data from 138 children visiting a paediatric clinic.ResultsThe testing of the face and content validity resulted in an instrument with child‐friendly language, additional instructions and visual attractive presentation. The principle component analysis resulted in the four‐factor solution: “To be included,” “To trust professionals,” “To take control,” and “To understand information.” Internal consistency and intraclass correlation coefficients were acceptable.ConclusionWe conclude that the child participation in health care (ChiPaC) instrument has adequate reliability and validity when used to evaluate children's participation in health care. The involvement of children in the development of ChiPaC resulted in a brief, colourful and user‐friendly instrument for use in paediatric health care.Relevance to clinical practiceThis new questionnaire, ChiPaC, is adapted for children between 6–12 years measuring participation in health care from a child perspective. ChiPaC can be used in the practical work of supporting individual children's participation in health care as well as in the strategical work towards quality improvements on an organisational level.
Evaluation of (1 → 3)‐β‐D‐glucan assay for diagnosing paracoccidioidomycosis
Authors: Melo Analy Salles de Azevedo , Santos Daniel Wagner de Castro Lima , Lima Soraia Lopes , Rodrigues Anderson Messias , de Camargo Zoilo Pires , Finkelman Malcolm , Colombo Arnaldo Lopes 
Published: September 2019

SummaryBackgroundParacoccidioidomycosis (PCM) is highly prevalent in Latin America, but no commercial system is available for diagnosing this endemic mycosis.ObjectivesTo check the performance of (1 → 3)‐β‐D‐glucan assay (BDG) for diagnosing PCM in 29 patients with proven fungal disease and compared with double immunodiffusion assay for detecting anti‐Paracoccidioides antibodies.Patients and MethodsWe selected 52 serum samples sequentially obtained from 29 patients with active PCM (12 chronic and 17 acute form). Samples were collected at baseline, and for 16 patients, additional serum levels were obtained after 3 and 6 months of antifungal treatment. Detection of BDG in serum was performed by using the Fungitell® assay. For the double immunodiffusion assay, Paracoccidioides exoantigen was used in latex agglutination tests to detect serum anti‐Paracoccidioides antibodies.ResultsDespite exhibiting good sensitivity in the diagnosis of patients with PCM, we failed to demonstrate any correlation between the postdiagnosis kinetic profile of BDG serum levels and clinical response to antifungal therapy. This finding may be related to the maintenance of quiescent foci of fungal infection in several organs and tissues, a phenomenon that has been previously reported by other authors and helps to understand why so many relapses are documented in patients treated for short periods of time. Finally, we did not find any correlation between BDG quantification and specific anti‐P brasiliensis antibodies serum titres in patients with PCM.ConclusionsIn conclusion, BDG is detected in serum samples of most patients with PCM but is probably not useful for predicting clinical response to antifungal therapy.
Safety and efficacy of transvenous lead extractions for noninfectious superfluous leads in a Japanese population: A single‐center experience
Authors: Higuchi Satoshi , Shoda Morio , Saito Satoshi , Kanai Miwa , Kataoka Shohei , Yazaki Kyoichiro , Yagishita Daigo , Ejima Koichiro , Hagiwara Nobuhisa 
Published: September 2019

AbstractBackgroundA challenging decision exists as whether to abandon or remove noninfectious superfluous leads during lead revisions or cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) upgrades. There is insufficient data in the Asian population to guide decision making.MethodsThis study investigated the safety and efficacy of transvenous lead extractions (TLEs) in a high‐volume Japanese center. Among a total of 341 patients who underwent lead revisions or CIED upgrades between 2008 and 2018, 53 patients (16%) who underwent TLEs to remove the superfluous leads were analyzed.ResultsIndications for TLE were vascular issues (60%), recalled leads (21%), growth of the body size (6%), abandoned leads in young patients (6%), switch to a subcutaneous implanted cardiac defibrillator (4%), need for an MRI conditional CIED (2%), and risks of vascular injury (2%). The population included 29 patients (55%) with nonfunctional leads and 24 (45%) with functional abandoned leads. A total of 74 target leads (mean 1.4 leads/person, median lead age 6.7 years) were extracted with a complete removal achieved in 98%. All coexisting leads, intended for continued use, were not damaged. All new leads (mean 1.4 leads/person) that had been simultaneously implanted during the TLE procedures were successfully implanted. There was one minor complication (2%) involving a pericardial effusion but it did not affect the hemodynamics.ConclusionsIn this Japanese single center experience, the removal of noninfectious superfluous leads with TLEs seemed to be a safe and effective therapeutic option.
Income Shocks, Inequality, and Democracy*
Authors: Kotschy Rainer , Sunde Uwe 
Published: September 2019

AbstractIn this paper, motivated by contradictory evidence on the effect of income on democracy, we investigate the hypothesis that it is income shocks – major income fluctuations relative to the trend – rather than marginal year‐on‐year variation in income levels that lead to non‐trivial changes in the quality of political institutions. Empirical results provide support for this hypothesis, and show how income inequality plays a crucial role in the effects of economic shocks on democracy. In particular, negative income shocks reveal a positive effect on democracy in countries with high inequality, and vice versa.
Hybrids, materiality, and black boxes: Concepts of actor‐network theory in data journalism research
Authors: Stalph Florian 
Published: September 2019

AbstractActor‐Network Theory (ANT) vocabulary offers meaningful sensibilities for explorations of data‐driven newswork. Concepts of hybrids, materiality, and black boxes are increasingly mentioned across digital journalism studies and appear to be particularly constructive to examine the relations between data, computation, and journalism practice, epistemology, reflexivity, and journalistic artefacts. After outlining central concepts of ANT, this literature review provides an overview of research agendas that propose sociotechnical dimensions, followed by a structured review of findings generated through ANT‐informed explorations of data journalism. In a closing summary, presented findings and limitations of ANT are discussed.
Prevalence of HIV infection among Chinese voluntary blood donors during 2010‐2017: an updated systematic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: Yu Yanqiu , Xu Junjie , Li Mingyue 
Published: September 2019

BACKGROUNDUnderstanding the latest human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) epidemic in voluntary blood donors could be of great value to further increase blood safety in China, as transfusion‐transmitted infection places a heavy burden on both infected individuals and the whole society. Therefore, we evaluated the national HIV prevalence of voluntary blood donors in China and characteristics of HIV‐infected blood donors.STUDY DESIGN AND METHODSWe searched literature in Chinese and English concerning the prevalence of HIV infections in Chinese voluntary blood donors from 2010 to 2017, yielding 97 eligible papers. We performed a meta‐analysis to calculate pooled HIV prevalence, and characteristics of HIV‐infected blood donors were also extracted.RESULTSThe pooled sample consisted of 21,100,755 voluntary blood donors and 4,755 HIV‐infected blood donors. Pooled HIV prevalence of China voluntary blood donors during 2010 to 2017 was 21.02 in 100,000. Pooled HIV prevalence varied in different provinces, showing greater severity in Southwest, Northwest, and South China. Subgroup analysis also showed a significantly increasing trend from 2010 to 2017. The majority of HIV‐infected blood donors in China were male, young, unmarried, nonlocal residents, receiving 12 years or less of schooling, and first‐time donors. Nearly 90% of HIV‐infected blood donors acquired their infections through sexual contact.CONCLUSIONThe prevalence of HIV increased in China among voluntary blood donors during 2010 to 2017, highlighting the risk of HIV transmission by transfusion. Blood centers and public health services should improve screening and intervention programs targeting voluntary blood donors and expand education on blood safety in areas experiencing severe epidemics and among high‐risk populations.
Rapid Prototyping for Optimization of the Charge Motion in Internal Combustion Engines Driven by Sewage Gas
Authors: Konstantinoff Lucas , Steiner Thomas , Mairegger Dominik , Herdin Guenther , Pillei Martin , Moeltner Lukas 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
This paper presents a newly developed method using rapid prototyping (RP) to develop gas engine cylinder heads with optimized charge motion characteristics to adapt to lean-burn and Miller combustion process requirements. The geometry in close vicinity to the inlet valve seats was designed to increase swirl and flow performance of the cylinder heads. A three-dimensional (3D) printer was used to realize a rapid prototyping concept for the testing of multiple designs; the effects of the different designs were measured using a static flow test bench and a laser-optical method to visualize the flow patterns. The results of the static flow bench tests showed potentially higher flow and swirl performance, with one high-swirl version proving beneficial specifically for lean-combustion and one high-flow version matching the Miller combustion requirements. The two cylinder head versions were then manufactured and the lean-combustion version was tested for on-engine performance on a 150 kW sewage-gas driven lean-combustion engine. It has been shown that the cylinder head generates higher swirl on the test bench but achieves only a slight increase in combustion speed on the test engine. The potential to increase engine efficiency by intensifying swirl is, therefore, considered exploitable. Research has further shown the coefficient of variance (CoV) was reduced by 0.3–1.2%. Charge exchange losses have also been demonstrated to decrease at all tested engine settings. It has further been found that higher swirl intensity has a positive impact on engine emission levels, as the engine out carbon monoxide (CO) emission can be reduced by approximately 70 mg·m−3.
Multi-Wave Vibration Caused by Flutter Instability and Nonlinear Tip-Shroud Friction
Authors: Gross Johann , Krack Malte 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
Measurements revealed the contribution of multiple traveling waves to the flutter vibrations of bladed disks. Saturated flutter vibration, whether in this multi-wave or in its better-understood single-wave form, is a nonlinear phenomenon. However, it is still not understood of what physical origin the relevant nonlinearities are, and under what conditions single-wave or multi-wave flutter vibration occurs. Recent theoretical work suggests that multi-wave flutter vibration can be explained by strongly nonlinear frictional interblade coupling. The verity of this hypothesis is strictly limited by the simplicity of the considered model, namely, a cyclic chain of seven oscillators with frictional coupling and rather unrealistic aeroelastic behavior. In this work, it is demonstrated that nonlinear dynamical contact interactions at tip-shrouds are a likely cause for the observed multi-wave flutter vibration. To this end, a more realistic structural turbine blade row model with a more realistic aeroelastic behavior is considered. Some insight into its intriguing dynamics, dependence of limit states on initial conditions, and eigenvalue placement is provided. For instance, it is shown that there is an intimate relation between internal combination resonance conditions of certain traveling wave modes and the spectral content of single- and multi-wave flutter oscillations.