bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparison of the Josephson Voltage Standards of the DMDM and the BIPM (part of the ongoing BIPM key comparison BIPM.EM-K10.b)
Authors: Solve S , Chayramy R , Stock M , Pantelic-Babic J , Sofranac Z , Vujovic T Cincar 
Published: June 2016

A comparison of the Josephson array voltage standards of the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (BIPM) and the Directorate of Measures and Precious Metals (DMDM), Belgrade, Serbia, was carried out in June 2015 at the level of 10 V. For this exercise, options A and B of the BIPM.EM-K10.b comparison protocol were applied. Option B required the BIPM to provide a reference voltage for measurement by the DMDM using its Josephson standard with its own measuring device. Option A required the DMDM to provide a reference voltage with its Josephson voltage standard for measurement by the BIPM using an analogue nanovoltmeter and associated measurement loop. Since no sufficiently stable voltage could be achieved in this configuration, a digital detector was used. In all cases the BIPM array was kept floating from ground.
The final results were in good agreement within the combined relative standard uncertainty of 1.5 parts in 1010 for the nominal voltage of 10 V.

Main text

To reach the main text of this paper, click on Final Report. Note that this text is that which appears in Appendix B of the BIPM key comparison database kcdb.bipm.org/.
The final report has been peer-reviewed and approved for publication by the CCEM, according to the provisions of the CIPM Mutual Recognition Arrangement (CIPM MRA).
Final report on APMP.T-K7 key comparison of water triple point cells
Authors: Tsai S F , White R , Tamba J , Yamazawa K , Ho M K , Tsui C M , Zaid G , Achmadi A , Gam K S , Othman H , Ali N M , Yuan K H , Shaochun Y , Liedberg H , Yaokulbodee C 
Published: June 2016

APMP.T-K7, was held from February 2008 to September 2009 to compare the national realizations of the water triple point among eleven NMIs. To reach the objective, each participating laboratory sent a transfer cell to CMS and stated a value for the temperature difference of the transfer cell, relative to the corresponding national standard, representing 273.16 K.
CMS (Taiwan) organized the comparison, with the support from co-pilot institutes MSL (New Zealand) and NMIJ (Japan). The other eight participating laboratories included NMIA, SCL, KIM-LIPI, KRISS, NMIM/SIRIM, NMC, NMISA, and NIMT.
This report presents the results of the TPW comparison, gives detailed information about the measurements made at the CMS and at the participating laboratories, and aims to link the results of APMP.T-K7 to CCT-K7. The results of this key comparison are also represented in the form of degrees of equivalence for the purposes of the MRA.

Main text

To reach the main text of this paper, click on Final Report. Note that this text is that which appears in Appendix B of the BIPM key comparison database kcdb.bipm.org/.
The final report has been peer-reviewed and approved for publication by the CCT, according to the provisions of the CIPM Mutual Recognition Arrangement (CIPM MRA).
Bilateral key comparison SIM.T-K6.5 on humidity standards in the dew/frost-point temperature range from -30 °C to +20 °C
Authors: Meyer C , Solano A 
Published: June 2016

A Regional Metrology Organization (RMO) Key Comparison of dew/frost point temperatures was carried out by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST, USA) and the Laboratorio Costarricense de Metrología (LACOMET, Costa Rica) between February 2015 and August 2015. The results of this comparison are reported here, along with descriptions of the humidity laboratory standards for NIST and LACOMET and the uncertainty budget for these standards. This report also describes the protocol for the comparison and presents the data acquired. The results are analyzed, determining degree of equivalence between the dew/frost-point standards of NIST and LACOMET.

Main text

To reach the main text of this paper, click on Final Report. Note that this text is that which appears in Appendix B of the BIPM key comparison database kcdb.bipm.org/.
The final report has been peer-reviewed and approved for publication by the CCT, according to the provisions of the CIPM Mutual Recognition Arrangement (CIPM MRA).
A photometrically and spectroscopically confirmed population of passive spiral galaxies
Authors: Fraser-McKelvie Amelia , Brown Michael J. I. , Pimbblet Kevin A. , Dolley Tim , Crossett Jacob P. , Bonne Nicolas J. 
Published: June 2016

Abstract
We have identified a population of passive spiral galaxies from photometry and integral field spectroscopy. We selected z &lt; 0.035 spiral galaxies that have WISE colours consistent with little mid-infrared emission from warm dust. Matched aperture photometry of 51 spiral galaxies in ultraviolet, optical and mid-infrared show these galaxies have colours consistent with passive galaxies. Six galaxies form a spectroscopic pilot study and were observed using the Wide-Field Spectrograph to check for signs of nebular emission from star formation. We see no evidence of substantial nebular emission found in previous red spiral samples. These six galaxies possess absorption-line spectra with 4000 Å breaks consistent with an average luminosity-weighted age of 2.3 Gyr. Our photometric and integral field spectroscopic observations confirm the existence of a population of local passive spiral galaxies, implying that transformation into early-type morphologies is not required for the quenching of star formation.
Surgical Management of the Pregnant Patient With Lumbar Disc Herniation in the Latter Stage of the Second Trimester
Authors: Hayakawa Kazuo , Mizutani Jun , Suzuki Nobuyuki , Haas Christopher , Kondo Akira , Otsuka Seiji , Fukuoka Muneyoshi , Otsuka Takanobu 
Published: June 2016

Study Design.
Case report.

Objective.
To report on a pregnant woman successfully treated with microendoscopic discectomy in the left lateral position under general anesthesia at 24-week gestation.

Summary of Background Data.
Treatment for lumbar disc herniation in pregnant women poses a particular challenge due to the complexity of the clinical situation. Review of the literature emphasizes timely diagnosis with adequate management specific for each gestational period. A surgical approach mandates consideration of the physiologic parameters of pregnancy and the effects of these stressors on the fetus.

Methods.
A 38-year-old primigravid woman presented with persistent and incapacitating low back and left leg pain. Magnetic resonance imaging demonstrated a herniated disc at L4-5 with a severely compressed left L5 nerve root. Symptoms were resistant to conservative treatment (acetaminophen; 1200 mg/day) and nerve root block with corticosteroids (1 mg/0.5 mL of betamethasone plus 0.5 mL of 1% lidocaine) provided only transient pain relief. Operative management with surgical discectomy was discussed. Anesthesiologists, obstetricians, and neonatologists were consulted for preoperative planning, focusing on appropriate anesthesia, ideal positioning for surgical access, and provision for emergent fetal care. Surgery was ultimately performed in the left lateral position, in contrast to the oft-used prone position. Microendoscopic discectomy was performed under general anesthesia at 24-week gestation.

Results.
The patient experienced complete relief from pain after surgical intervention and delivered a healthy baby at 39-week gestation after normal labor. Our methods, used in accordance with our preoperative simulation, resulted in a satisfactory outcome for both mother and child.

Conclusion.
Although previously published cases noted the safety of operating in the prone position under epidural anesthesia, we performed minimally invasive microendoscopic discectomy in the left lateral position in combination with general anesthesia and found that this is a safe and preferable alternative for pregnant patients in the latter stage of the second trimester.

Level of Evidence: N/A
Effect of Load Magnitude and Distribution on Lumbar Spine Posture in Active-duty Marines
Authors: Rodríguez-Soto Ana E. , Berry David B. , Palombo Laura , Valaik Emily , Kelly Karen R. , Ward Samuel R. 
Published: June 2016

Study Design.
Repeated measures.

Objective.
The purpose of this study was to quantify the effect of operationally relevant loads and distributions on lumbar spine (LS) in a group of active-duty Marines.

Summary of Background Data.
Low-back pain has been associated with heavy load carriage among military personnel. Although there are data describing the LS posture in response to load, the effect of varying load characteristics on LS posture remains unknown.

Methods.
Magnetic resonance images of Marines (n = 12) were acquired when standing unloaded and when carrying 22, 33, and 45 kg of load distributed both 50% to 50% and 20% to 80% anteriorly and posteriorly. Images were used to measure LS and pelvic postures. Two-way repeated-measures ANOVA and posthoc tests were used to compare LS posture across load magnitudes and distributions (α = 0.05). This project was founded by the US Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity, Award No. W81XWH-13–2–0043, under Work Unit No. 1310.

Results.
No changes in LS posture were induced when load was evenly distributed. When load was carried in the 20% to 80% distribution lumbosacral flexion increased as a result of sacral anterior rotation and overall reduced lumbar lordosis. This pattern was greater as load was increased between 22 and 33 kg, but did not increase further between 33 and 45 kg. We observed that the inferior LS became uniformly less lordotic, independently of load magnitude. However, the superior LS became progressively more lordotic with increasing load magnitude

Conclusion.
Postural adaptations were found only when load was carried with a posterior bias, suggesting that load-carriage limits based on postural changes are relevant when loads are nonuniformly distributed. Although the tendency would be to interpret that loads should be carried symmetrically to protect the spine, the relationship between postural changes and injury are not clear. Finally, the operational efficiency of carrying load in this distribution needs to be tested.

Level of Evidence: 3
Vaginal cuff dehiscence and evisceration: a review of the literature
Authors: Hur Hye-Chun , Lightfoot Michelle , McMillin Miranda Gomez , Kho Kimberly A. 
Published: June 2016

Purpose of review
Vaginal cuff dehiscence and evisceration are rare but potentially serious complications of hysterectomy. In this article, we review the incidence, risk factors, management, and preventive measures for dehiscence based on available literature.

Recent findings
Identifying risk factors for dehiscence is challenging because studies lack comparison groups and most studies are largely underpowered to draw concrete conclusions.

Summary
High-quality data on cuff dehiscence after hysterectomy are limited. Potentially modifiable risks that optimize vaginal wound healing, minimize vaginal cuff strain, and minimize cuff infection should be optimized.
INTRAOCULAR SYNOVIAL SARCOMA
Authors: Richards Nikisha Q. , Kofler Julia K. , Chu Charleen T. , Stefko S. Tonya 
Published: June 2016

Purpose:
To describe the first reported case of intraocular synovial sarcoma.

Methods:
A 29-year-old man was enucleated for a blind, painful eye. Pathologic examination revealed an unexpected intraocular spindle cell tumor.

Results:
Immunohistochemical characterization revealed diffuse reactivity of the tumor cells for vimentin and focal positivity for epithelial markers pankeratin and epithelial membrane antigen. Melanoma markers were negative. Fluorescent in situ hybridization studies identified a t(X;18) (p11.2;q11.2) translocation, establishing a final diagnosis of synovial sarcoma. There was no evidence of extraocular extension as the resected margin of the optic nerve was free of tumor. Further imaging studies revealed no extraocular primary site or metastasis.

Conclusion:
The incidental discovery of an intraocular malignancy in this case underscores the importance of routine histopathologic analysis of all enucleated globes. To the authors' knowledge, this is the first reported case of an intraocular synovial sarcoma, either as metastasis or as primary site.
Interprofessional Clinical Rounding: Effects on Processes and Outcomes of Care
Authors: Ashcraft Susan , Bordelon Curry , Fells Sheila , George Vera , Thombley Karen , Shirey Maria R. 
Published: June 2016

Background and Purpose:
Communication breakdown is viewed as a significant contributor to preventable patient harm. Interprofessional rounding (IPR) is one method of communication supporting the evidenced-based care delivery. The purpose of this paper is to explore the benefits of IPR for patients, clinicians, and the healthcare system.

Review of the Literature:
Interprofessional rounding supports collaboration, discussion, and timely intervention to prevent miscommunication leading to adverse patient events. Adherence to evidence-based care suggests a positive impact on patient, process, and financial outcomes. Statistically significant IPR-related improvements are seen in reducing mortality, lengths of stay, medication errors, and hospitalization costs as well as improved staff and patient satisfaction.

Evidence-Based Strategies:
One IPR-related gap in the literature is integrative care delivery, a strategy that provides a unified plan to meet the complex needs of patients and produce optimal outcomes. Activation and standardization with active participation in IPR support a collaborative integration of care.

Conclusion and Implications:
Embracing IPR and advocating for collaboration across the care continuum is a crucial process in preventing adverse events. Integrated care delivery through IPR provides a unified plan to meet the complex needs of patients, prevent harm, and produce best possible outcomes.
Quality of Life Among Mild Traumatic Brain-Injured Adults
Authors: Petchprapai Nutthita 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT

Background:
Mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI) is a stressful life event that may impact various dimensions of life. Challenges to daily activities after MTBI may produce significant effects on quality of life (QOL).

Purpose:
The purposes of this cross-sectional descriptive study were to (a) explore QOL after experiencing MTBI, (b) determine the extent of social supports, and (c) identify factors that are associated with QOL in post-MTBI patients.

Methods:
A descriptive research method was used. Potential subjects were interviewed by telephone after they signed the consent forms.

Results:
The average score of total social support was 73, the average availability subscale score was 40, and the average satisfaction subscale score was 33. The average score of total QOL was 24, the average health and functioning domain score was 22, the average psychological and spiritual domain score was 25, the average social and economic domain score was 25, and the average family domain score was 27. QOL was then regressed simultaneously on all factors after adjustment of the outliers. The model was supported (adjusted R
2 = .246, F = 4.160, p < .001). The contribution of all the stimuli explained 24.6% of the variance in QOL (p < .0125). Social support was the most significant variable affecting the variance in QOL (the unstandardized regression coefficient = 1.105, the standardized regression coefficient = 0.414, t = 5.041, p < .001).

Conclusions:
This study identified social support as the most powerful predictor for QOL. Several measures used in this study were reliable and may be used within the Thai cultural context. Further study to better understand why a small but clinically important percentage of subjects experience ongoing disability after MTBI is needed.
The Depressive Symptoms, Resourcefulness, and Self-Harm Behaviors of Adolescents
Authors: Yang Feng-Ying , Lai Chien Yu , Yen Cheng-Fang , Hsu Yu-Yun , Zauszniewski Jaclene A. 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT

Background:
A report published by the World Health Organization indicates that depression typically first manifests during youth. However, adolescents usually lack the capacity for self-help or to seek help proactively from health professionals or other related resources to relieve their emotional distress. Failing to manage depression appropriately places adolescents at risk for self-harm and suicide.

Purpose:
This study explored the correlations among the depressivesymptoms, resourcefulness, and self-harm behaviors of adolescents. In addition, the impact of depressive symptoms and resourcefulness on the self-harm behaviors of adolescents was examined.

Methods:
A cross-sectional and correlational design was used. One hundred forty secondary school (junior and senior high school) students in southern Taiwan were recruited for data collection using three questionnaires that measured, respectively, their depressivesymptoms, resourcefulness, and self-harm behaviors.

Results:
Depressive symptoms and self-harm behaviors correlated significantly and positively (r = .79, p < .001). Resourcefulness correlated significantly and negatively with both depressive symptoms (r = −.35, p < .001) and self-harm behaviors (r = −.29, p < .001). Finally, depressive symptoms significantly predicted self-harm behaviors.

Conclusions/Implications for Practice:
This study provides new findings regarding the significant relationship between resourcefulness and self-harm behaviors in adolescents. Future research is suggested to explore the effect of interventions about resourcefulness training on the mental health of adolescents.
Cultural Competence of Healthcare Providers: A Systematic Review of Assessment Instruments
Authors: Lin Chia-Jung , Lee Chia-Kuei , Huang Mei-Chih 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT

Background:
Few articles in the literature identify and describe the instruments that are regularly used by scholars to measure cultural competence in healthcare providers.

Purpose:
This study reviews the psychometric properties of the several instruments that are used regularly to assess the cultural competence of healthcare providers.

Methods:
Researchers conducted a systematic review of the relevant articles that were published between 1983 and 2013 and listed on academic and government Web sites or on one or more of the following databases: CINAHL, MEDLINE, ERIC, PsycINFO, Psyc ARTICLES, PubMed, Cochrane, Pro Quest, Google Scholar, CNKI (China), and the National Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (Taiwan).

Results:
This study included 57 articles. Ten instruments from these articles were identified and analyzed. These instruments included five that were presented in English and five that were presented in Chinese. All were self-administered and based on respondent perceptions. Five of the 10 instruments were designed to measure cultural competence, two were designed to measure cultural sensitivity, two were designed to measure transcultural self-efficacy, and one was designed to measure cultural awareness. The six cultural dimensions addressed by these instruments were attitudes, knowledge, skills, behaviors, desires, and encounters. An expert panel validated the content of the 10 instruments. The subscales explained 33%–90% of the variance in scores for eight of the instruments. The reliability of the 10 instruments was estimated based on the internal consistency, which ranged from .57 to .97.

Conclusions:
This systematic review may assist researchers to choose appropriate instruments to assess the cultural competence of healthcare providers. The findings of this review indicate that no single instrument is adequate to evaluate cultural competence in all contexts.
Mentoring Nurse Practitioners in a Hospital Setting
Authors: Pop Rodica S. 
Published: June 2016

ABSTRACT

Background:
Nursing philosophy is the foundation of nurse practitioner (NP) training. However, NP practice is based on the medical care model. Thus, the necessity of mediating between these two approaches is often problematic for new NPs who are transitioning into their new roles. Mentoring has been used successfully to facilitate role transition and role understanding for nurses, NPs, and physicians. However, mentoring has been rarely studied in NPs.

Purpose:
The purpose of this study was to develop a theory of mentoring for new NPs in a hospital setting.

Methods:
Grounded theory methodology was used. The sampling approach was initially purposive and was then shifted to theoretical to ensure the collection of meaningful data. Semistructuredinterviews were recorded and transcribed into Word documents for analysis. The three-phase analysis developed by Corbin and Strauss was initiated after the second interview.

Results:
Sixteen participants (eight mentors and eight mentees) were interviewed between February and June 2011. The core category that emerged from the data was “defining self,” and the main categories were forming the relationship, developing the relationship, and mentoring outcomes.

Conclusions:
A well-designed formal mentoring program may greatly improve the transition of NPs into a new role. The theory generated by the data from these study participants provides clearly defined categories that may be operationally defined and utilized to develop evaluation tools for mentoring programs.
Comparison of Endoscopic Resection and Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy in Patients With Early Esophageal Cancer
Authors: Jin Xi-Feng , Gai Wei , Chai Tong-Hai , Li Ling , Guo Jian-Qiang 
Published: June 2016

Objective:
To determine whether endoscopic resection (ER) and minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) are safe and effective for treating squamous intraepithelial neoplasia of the esophagus.

Materials and Methods:
This study retrospectively analyzed a total of 99 consecutive patients with pathologically confirmed early esophageal cancer between December 2007 and 2011. ER was performed in 59 patients, whereas MIE was performed in 40 patients. We compared the 2 groups according to R0 resection rates, treatment-related complications, mean hospital stay, local recurrence rates, and 3- and 4-year overall survival.

Results:
No significant differences were found in the R0 resection rates between ER and MIE (94.9% vs. 97.5%, P>0.05). The occurrence rate of minor complications in the ER group was significantly lower than that in the thoracoscopic esophagectomy group (11.8% vs. 32.5%, P>0.05). The mean operative time in the ER group was 74±23 minutes, which was significantly shorter than that in the MIE group (298±46 min). The average length of hospital stay in the ER group was significantly shorter than that in the MIE group (P<0.001). No significant differences were observed in the local recurrence rates between the 2 groups (P>0.05). Similarly, no differences were found in the 3-year survival rate (ER: 96.6%, vs. MIE: 97.5%, P>0.05) and 4-year survival rate (ER: 91.5% vs. MIE: 90%, P>0.05) between the 2 groups.

Conclusions:
ER achieves the same positive results as MIE in the treatment of early esophageal cancer and is associated with a lower complication rate, a shorter recovery time, and a similar survival rate. However, multiple ER procedures were required for several patients in this study.