bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Community nursing middle management: ‘dealing with different people in different time zones on both sides’
Authors: Allan Elaine 
Published: September 2017

The overall aim of the investigation was to redress a knowledge gap by exploring community nursing middle managers' (CNMMs') experiences of role enactment through change within Community Health Partnerships (CHPs) in Scotland—now further evolved into Health and Social Care Partnerships (HSCPs). HSCPs play a key role in shifting care from the acute to the primary care/community setting. However, a literature review demonstrated there has been very little research into the role of CNMMs within the changing primary care context. This concept was considered important in understanding how CNMMs enacted their roles to implement service change. A qualitative longitudinal interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) ( Smith, 1996 ) study was conducted in four distinct phases, comprising the reflexive, foundational, recursive and expansive, from 2008–2011. Some 35 semi-structured interviews were conducted with 26 participants. CNMMs perceived that their responsibilities had increased, become more complex and wider ranging. Maintaining an implicit connection with service users was a primary motivation for CNMMs. They were proud to be members of the nursing profession aligning their identity with their career history. A small but significant proportion resigned during the study and some were considering leaving the NHS. The study addresses a gap in literature, contributes to the understanding of NHS community nursing, middle management, role, change and gives a voice to CNMMs in Scotland. They are the lynchpins in taking change forward and maintaining quality services. Much more attention needs to be paid to the needs, constitution and sustenance of middle managers in Scottish community nursing—which has policy, practice, education, and research and retention implications.
Diagnosis and management of chronic and aggressive Periodontitis part 3: two clinical reports
Authors: Chatzistavrianou Despoina , Blair Fiona 
Published: September 2017

Although our understanding of periodontal disease pathogenesis has improved, periodontal disease remains one of the most common diseases that affects the oral cavity. Diagnosis, and therefore correct management, of chronic and aggressive periodontitis can be challenging. The first and second paper of this three-part series focused on periodontal pathogenesis, periodontal examination and diagnosis and management of chronic and aggressive periodontitis. This third and final paper will discuss two clinical cases putting theory into practice. CPD/Clinical Relevance: This paper aims to provide the general dental practitioner with an understanding of diagnosis and management of chronic and aggressive periodontitis using two clinical examples.
Consent and capacity — considerations for the dental team part 1: consent and assessment of capacity
Authors: Burke Suzanne , Kwasnicki Andrew , Thompson Shelagh , Park Tom , Macpherson Avril 
Published: September 2017

Abstract: Consent and capacity legislation varies across the UK, however, the principles remain similar, with protective and supportive roles and responsibilities in place. Appropriate information should be shared in order to empower the patient. Every effort should be made to overcome barriers to communication, and it is essential for the dental team to have a sound understanding of legal and ethical principles underpinning assessment of capacity, thereby ensuring continued, valid consent. Patients lacking capacity to consent attempt to access primary care dental services frequently and with difficulty, with the increasing complexity of chronic medical conditions, dementia, mental ill health potentially causing social challenges. CPD/Clinical Relevance: This paper defines common terms relating to consent and capacity, provides an overview of UK legislation, and discusses practical dilemmas that the dental team may face.
Developmental pattern of tibiofemoral angle in healthy north-east Indian children
Authors: Baruah R. K. , Kumar S. , Harikrishnan S. V. 
Published: September 2017

Purpose Physiological range of tibiofemoral angle (TFA) is poorly defined and may lead to unnecessary therapeutic interventions. Studies on TFA developmental pattern suggest that racial and ethnic differences are present; children in north-east India who have not yet been studied need to be evaluated. Patients and methods Cross-sectional study of clinical TFA, intermalleolar distance and intercondylar distance in 1020 healthy north-east Indian children aged from 2 to 18 years was done. Height, weight and body mass index were also recorded. Results At two years of age the mean TFA was valgus. The values reached a peak of 8.55° (standard deviation (SD) 1.01) valgus at seven years of age. The TFA then gradually stabilised to 3.18° (SD 1.18) valgus by 18 years of age. There was no significant difference in TFA between male and female patients. Discussion The present study is the largest and only the third such study on Indian children and the first on healthy northeast Indian children. By the end of two years most children had valgus angulation. This, along with the peak angulation observed, was similar to most of the other studies. The age at peak angulation and subsequent stabilisation of valgus angulation varied greatly among children of different origins, especially non-Indian children. Conclusions Data can be used to identify children who require further follow-up/evaluation and can serve as guidelines during deformity correction and future studies. The development of TFA in this cohort is not different from other children of India but differs from children of other ethnic origins.
Promoting Social Inclusion in High Schools Using a Schoolwide Approach
Authors: Siperstein Gary N. , Summerill Lauren A. , Jacobs Holly E. , Stokes Jeffrey E. 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
This study examines the impact of the Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools program in high schools across the country. Data were analyzed from 2,774 students from 11 high schools implementing the program concerning their perceptions and attitudes toward including students with intellectual disability (ID). Students participating in 1 or more program activities reported increased visibility of and social interactions with students with ID in school. This, in turn, promoted more positive perceptions and attitudes regarding school and classroom inclusion. Participation in different activities had unique effects on students' perceptions of their school's inclusive environment and on their attitudes toward classroom inclusion. These findings support an ecological approach to social inclusion and for structured, schoolwide interventions embedded within normative school contexts.
Views of Inclusive Education From the Perspectives of Preservice and Mentor Teachers
Authors: Kurth Jennifer A. , Forber-Pratt Anjali 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
The trend of educating students with disabilities in inclusive general education settings is expanding. Consequently, teacher preparation for inclusive practices is a necessary consideration for teacher educators. An important component of shaping preservice teacher dispositions comes from school experiences and interactions with mentor teachers. It is through this relationship that preservice teachers formulate their own attitudes, beliefs, and skills about inclusive practices. This article reports the findings from a set of surveys containing both closed- and open-ended responses related to inclusive education from both preservice (student) and mentor teachers. Analysis of the open-ended responses revealed definitions of inclusive education focused on student deficits and barriers to implementation of inclusive practices that focused on deficits in the capacity of the environment. Implications for teacher preparation, including challenging deficit-based assumptions, are discussed.
Discursos políticos e retórica em torno da Lei da Unicidade Sindical na revolução portuguesa de 1974
Authors: Amaral Virgílio 
Published: September 2017

Resumo: O presente trabalho tem como objectivo principal entender, através da análise dos discursos políticos em torno da Lei da Unicidade Sindical que ocorreu no contexto revolucionário do pós 25 de Abril de 1974 em Portugal, de que forma as partes em contenda construíram diferentes concepções sobre as modalidades de organização laboral. Baseados, por um lado, nas propostas de análise de discursos dialógicos de Marková (2006), assim como nos modelos de análise de discurso retórico de Billig (1991) e Castro (2002), e, por outro lado, nas noções de dicotomias argumentativas ou polaridades ideológicas de Van Dijk (2006), procedeu-se à reconstrução dos discursos veiculados nos argumentários, tendo-se verificado que determinados termos – como Sindicatos ou Liberdade – assumem diferentes sentidos para cada das partes em contenda. Verificou-se também que determinados mecanismos retóricos elencados por Castro (2002) e Amaral & Pereira (2014) são tendencialmente usados por cada um dos lados. Adicionalmente, a análise do corpus de discursos políticos permitiu relevar um mecanismo próprio das comunicações unidireccionais persuasivas (como a propaganda), que não sendo característico dos discursos dialógicos, permite aceder à dicotomias argumentativas / polaridades ideológicas que sustentam as diferentes concepções sobre as modalidades de organização laboral propostas à época
The model of halfring to dental braces intended to treat for the palatal suture expansion
Authors: Chojdacka Magdalena Kinga , Cieślik Jacek 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
One of the most common stomatognathic system dysfunctions on the skeletal level is the maxilla’s narrowing. Orthodontic treatment of defects occurs by using a Biderman appliance with a Hyrax screw. The appliance is placed in the jaw through the cemented rings on the premolars and molar teeth. The cement-mounting ring includes fluorine, still released to the tooth enamel, having a protective effect. Where the cement begins to crumble, it gradually weakens to maintain the ring and begins to move, or to slide up the tooth. Then, it is re-cemented, tightly filling the space between the ring and the tooth. As a result, the aim of the project was to present new conception rings whose use does not lead to a lack in enamel. The proposed new design was created in such a way that the halfring design makes it impossible to slip from a single tooth in the jaw. The project was designed to propose the shape and material of the biocompatible and durable material for the load. The comparative tension analysis and movements of the turnbuckle of the three used stainless steel (AISI 304, AISI 316L, AISI 430) have been performed by means of the finite element method (FEM).
Household Production and the Elasticity of Marginal Utility of Consumption
Authors: Asplund Disa 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
The popular approach to estimating the elasticity of marginal utility of consumption (EMUC) (Chetty 2006, “A New Method of Estimating Risk Aversion.” American Economic Review 96 (5):1821–1834. doi:10.1257/aer.96.5.1821. http://www.aeaweb.org/articles.php?doi=10.1257/aer.96.5.1821) is here extended by including household production. It is shown that this generalization of the model is important as omission of household production may lead to bias, as demonstrated in a numerical sensitivity analysis. An extended model with household production is used to derive new EMUC formulas. Empirical estimates based on current evidence of the included parameters suggest a lower bound for EMUC of about 0.9.
Does the National Flood Insurance Program Have Redistributional Effects?
Authors: Bin Okmyung , Bishop John , Kousky Carolyn 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
This study examines possible redistributional effects of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), using a nationwide database of flood insurance policies and claims between 2001 and 2013 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Applying methods from the tax and transfer progressivity literature, we use the departure from per capita income proportionality at the zip code level as our measure of progressivity. Our findings indicate that premiums as a percentage of coverage purchased are regressive: premium shares are larger than income shares for lower-income zip codes. Payouts, however, also as a percentage of coverage purchased, are progressive, meaning lower-income zip codes receive a larger portion of claims paid. Overall net premiums (premiums – payouts) divided by coverage are also regressive. Our findings are driven by certain aspects of the current rate structure of the NFIP, as well as how income is related to risk. We discuss potential policies to provide assistance to lower-income households in purchasing flood insurance.
Need for pharmacogenetic studies on the prevalence of MTHFR mutations in Puerto Ricans and Hispanics
Authors: Morales-Borges Raúl H. 
Published: September 2017

AbstractMethylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) mutations have been linked to many diseases. Evidence has been provided to prove that we need to perform pharmacogenetic studies regarding the prevalence of MTHFR mutations and diseases, risks, and the impact on folate requirement in general, but little has been published about Puerto Ricans. A multi center cross-sectional retrospective review study or a prospective pharmacogenetic study of valid genotypes and phenotypes of MTHFR mutations within the different populations of Puerto Ricans and Hispanics are recommended, because differences within them and within the general population are expected.
On duality for a second-order multiobjective fractional programming problem involving type-I functions
Authors: Dubey Ramu , Gupta S. K. 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to study a nondifferentiable multiobjective fractional programming problem (MFP) in which each component of objective functions contains the support function of a compact convex set. For a differentiable function, we introduce the class of second-order

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-type-I convex functions. Further, Mond–Weir- and Wolfe-type duals are formulated for this problem and appropriate duality results are proved under the aforesaid assumptions.
Frequency Control Method using Automated Demand Response for Isolated Power System with Renewable Energy Sources
Authors: Uehara Takahiro , Ngoc Son Dang , Matayoshi Hidehito , Lotfy Mohamed , Senju Tomonobu , Datta Manoj , Motin Howlader Abdul 
Published: September 2017

AbstractIn response to mounting concerns regarding environmental problem and depletion of Energy Resources, the introduction of Renewable Energy Sources (RESs), has been advancing in recent years. The system frequency deviation is a serious problem for a RESs-integrated power system. In this paper, we propose a system frequency control method using the automated demand response (ADR) for an isolated power system with RESs. The ADR can automatically adjust the consumption power of appliances after receiving the DR signal. It is assumed that consumption power of controllable loads is automatically varied based on the electricity price information from the real-time pricing (RTP). This method improves the supply-demand balancing, and hence the system frequency control is achieved. Furthermore, the stability of controller is demonstrated by indicating the poles of the control system.
Comparative Studies on Physicochemical Properties of Bovine Serum Albumin–Glucose and Galactose Conjugates Formed by Glycation Combined with Ultrasonic Pretreatment
Authors: Liu Jun , Tu Zong–cai , Wang Hui , Zhang Lu , Sha Xiao–mei , Shao Yan–hong 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
The effects of ultrasonication on the physicochemical properties of bovine serum albumin (BSA)–glucose and the galactose conjugates formed by glycation was investigated. Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance mass spectra analysis showed that the conjugates had a higher molecular weight than the native and ultrasonicated BSA. Ultrasonicated BSA had significantly higher emulsifying and foaming properties than native BSA. The browning intensity, surface hydrophobicity, emulsifying property and foaming capacity of the conjugates were substantially improved while the free amino groups, intrinsic fluorescence emission and foaming stability were decreased compared to native and ultrasonicated BSA. The results of this study indicate that ultrasonication is an efficient technique to improve the physicochemical properties of proteins. The glycation between ultrasonicated BSA and monosaccharide can effectively improve the physicochemical properties of BSA, and the glycation rate order is galactose \gt glucose. It also shows the critical role of monosaccharide conformational changes in improving the glycation and physicochemical properties of proteins.
From The Corner to The Wire: On Nonfiction, Fiction, and Truth
Authors: Bruun Vaage Margrethe 
Published: September 2017

AbstractThe orthodox view in analytical film theory is that the difference between fiction and nonfiction is anchored in communicative practice. Whereas the creator of nonfiction can be seen as asserting something as true, the creator of fiction merely asks of its spectators that they imagine the work’s content. This could be labelled an intention-response theory of the difference between fiction and nonfiction. While watchingHowever, when it comes to truth claims the difference between the many varieties of fiction and nonfiction is not as straightforward as this. For example, one may argue that the spectator can and commonly does perceive even a prototypical fiction film such asAmong the many difficult issues this counterargument raises, I will concentrate on only one here, namely on the case of social realism in fiction. Social realism arguably asserts that something is true in our actual world and asks its spectators to believe this – although works of social realism are also classified as fiction. The solution is not to dismiss the basic theory, but to make finer distinctions. I argue that one difference between prototypical nonfiction and social realist fiction is that nonfiction asserts that its contents (characters and events) are true as tokens, e.g., this person experienced this. As fiction, a work of social realism calls for imagining. However, such a work also asserts that its contents are true as types, e.g., these types of persons experience these types of events.I argue that this can explain what the difference is between the truth claims made in the nonfictionalIn conclusion, the theory presented in this paper may not be able to neatly categorize any given film as either fiction or nonfiction, as some nonfiction films make type claims and some fictions make token claims. I do not claim that the difference between type and token claims is sufficient for categorizing any given work as either fiction or nonfiction. More work is needed in order to categorize and describe the various types of fiction and nonfiction, paying special attention to the particular blend of imagining and belief prescribed by each, as evident in what the creators say about their intentions, textual features of the work itself, and critical reception. However, difficult borderline cases such as social realism in fiction do not collapse the distinction between fiction and nonfiction, as demarcated by the intention-response theory. Rather, such difficult cases should compel us to investigate more closely the communicative intentions and conventions at work. In the case of social realism, it is still correct to say that the spectator merely imagines that these fictional characters experience various events; however, she also perceives a double invitation to believe that these events and experiences are typical, and as such representative, of a larger group about which the work intends to assert something as true.
Performance Optimization of Optical Amplifiers for High Speed Multilink Optical Networks using Different Modulation Techniques
Authors: Malik Deepak , Kaushik Geeta , Wason Amit 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
Next generation optical networks require large capacity communication networks for proper utilization of gain bandwidth of the networks. Optical amplifiers with wavelength division multiplexed (WDM) systems are the key technologies for the realization of these networks. In this paper, we have investigated the performance of the networks using different modulation techniques, such as return-to-zero (RZ), non-return-to-zero (NRZ) and duobinary. Attempts were taken to design 8 channels, 10 Gbps WDM network at channel spacing of 0.8 nm. An innovative model with EDFA-Raman amplifier is designed to examine the performance of the different modulation schemes. From the results, it is found that NRZ configuration gives maximum output power and good quality of communication as compared to other modulation schemes. Further, it is seen that with increase in channel dispersion from 2 to 4 ps/nm/km, the quality of the signal started decreasing.
The Double Etymology of Babel in Genesis 11
Authors: Grossman Jonathan 
Published: September 2017

Zusammenfassung:Zahlreiche Diskussionen widmeten sich der Etymologie des Namens Babylon vom Ende der Turmbauerzähling in Gen 11. Viele lesen dies als eine polemische Etymologie gerichtet gegen die babylonische Deutung des Namens als »das Tor des Gottes«. Diese Deutung erfasst jedoch nur die erste Hälfte des Abschnitts, mit der Deutung Babylons als Ort der Verwirrung der Sprachen. Die zweite Hälfte des Abschnitts bezieht sich auf die Zerstreuung der Nationen: »Von dort verstreute der Herr sie hinaus über das ganze Erdreich.« Dieser Teil scheint nichts mit dem Namen Babylon zu tun zu haben. Der Beitrag schlägt eine Deutung im Sinne zweier Etymologien vor, die beide in Enûma Eliš ihren Ursprung haben.
The »Samuel the Judge« Narrative in 1Sam 1–7
Authors: Tobolowsky Andrew 
Published: September 2017

Zusammenfassung:Die biblische Darstellung des Lebenswegs Samuels schließt im Vergleich derjenigen Sauls und Davids eine unbeachtete Besonderheit ein. In Sam 7,13 und 7,15 wird dem Leser ausdrücklich gesagt, dass die Philister während des Lebens von Samuel Israel nicht bedrohten und dass Samuel während seines ganzen Lebens Israels Richter blieb. Beide Behauptungen erweisen sich rasch als unzutreffend: In einem der Berichte zum Aufstieg Sauls ist es die Bedrohung durch die Philister, die Israel dazu zwingt, einen König zu erbitten. Und nach seinem Rückzug von seinen Aufgaben in 1Sam 12, lebt Samuel noch weiter (1Sam 25: 1). Dieser Artikel behauptet, dass der Großteil der Texte von 1Sam 1–7 ursprünglich die Karriere Samuels als Richter beschreiben, eine Figur Samson vergleichbar, die keine Bedeutung beim Aufkommen der Monarchie in Israel haben sollte. Mit dieser Erzählung stimmen die Aussagen in 1Sam 7,13 und 15 ausdrücklich überein und sind als Fazit zur Geschichte von Samuels Leben gedacht.
The Effects of Installation Procedure on Bond Characteristics of Fully Grouted Rock Bolts
Authors: Ma Shuqi , Aziz Naj , Nemcik Jan , Mirzaghorbanali Ali 
Published: September 2017

Abstract
The bond characteristics of fully grouted rockbolts installed in steel tubes were investigated by bolt push tests. Steel tubes were inserted in a mine roadway roof to represent the confinement of rock boreholes. Rockbolts were installed in tubes using the installation technique of Australian underground mines. These tubes, with rockbolts inside, were retrieved from the field and brought back to the laboratory to be cut into 100-mm sections, which were then push tested. It was found that each bolt section had a distinct load-displacement profile, and that bond strength varied significantly along the bolt length. The factors influencing the bond strength of rockbolts were identified. The influence of the installation procedure on the bond strength of bolts in tubes was investigated.