bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Influence of ecological and botanical factors on the culture of black pine (Pinus nigra) and proposed future management in Šumadija region (Central Serbia)
Authors: Šikanja Severin 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
All ecological aspects have been analysed and studied: botanical factors at black pine cultures in the area of Šumadija. Cultures of black pine of age 33 and 55−60 years within five experimental fields can be found in (1) good habitats, (2) medium habitats and (3) bad habitats were analysed in order to see how the same aged cultures act in different habitats. We analysed all the plants that appear as terrestrial flora, all the plants that occur as a shrub vegetation and, finally, floor trees. We analysed all the biotic and abiotic factors. The measures for most appropriate care for the cultures of black pine. Black pine in Serbia reaches its highest elevation amplitude in Europe and covers most diverse habitats and soil, mainly because of its visibly pronounced ecological modesty. For this reason, the black pine is one of the most usable kinds of artificial afforestation in the Republic of Serbia at all devastated, treeless terrain in the oak belt, where there is a danger that through the action of erosion, soil degradation occurs. That in the management unit, Gružansko Lepeničke, Jaseničke forests, to answer all the questions, the pine, when it comes to artificially established black lines on the same or on different sites and the same and the various soils, as when it comes to tending these crops. It should be noted that of the 125,000 ha conifer cultures in the Republic of Serbia, 86 000 ha of trees were all pines, roughly 70% of all conifer cultures. Of the 86 000 ha pine, 65,200 ha was occupied by black pine, which is about 70%. In the above,Management Unit separate the five sample plots of 25 acres in size.
The Issues of Healthcare-Associated Infections — The Economic and Social Perspective
Authors: Twardowska Klaudia , Jewczak Maciej 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
The aim of the paper was to diagnose and analyse the rates of infections in Polish voivodships, and possible consequences from both economic and social perspectives of the changes in the levels of cases reported. For the analyses, data banks of Central Statistical Office in Warsaw were used, in particular, information on the incidence of infectious diseases and poisonings. The rates of changes and spatial concentration of the phenomena were investigated in the period between 2005 and 2015. For estimates of regional trends, the Shift-Share Analysis was adopted, and the pattern of spatial distribution was defined on the basis of location quotients. Extreme values of location quotients were observed in Warmińsko-Mazurskie for shigellosis, in Lubuskie for trichinellosis, and for AIDS in Dolnośląskie. Location quotient values allowed identifying regions with a higher spatial concentration of infectious diseases incidences, which in turn could indicate areas and cases where preventive actions should be improved or modified. The Shift-Share Analysis resulted in pointing out regions that recorded a positive change in infection rates. The obtained results also demonstrated that in some cases, the impact of structural changes influences the net rates of infections more than the local components. The obtained results directly indicated objects (regions) where attention should be paid to prevention. Especially, the results of spatial distribution and concentration allowed a reliable analysis of the state of population incidence rates, as well as answered questions concerning the origin of rates whether the change derived from structural, local or overall tendencies. Results could be adopted, for instance, in preventive strategies of local governments. The estimates might be beneficial from the perspective of the healthcare system, due to easier predictive scenarios of future infection and possible centres with the increase in incidence.
Physician Appraisals: Key Challenges
Authors: Klich Jacek 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
The main purpose of the article is to identify key criteria being used for physician appraisals and to find how communication skills of physicians are valued in those appraisals. ScienceDirect and EBSCOhost databases were used for this search. The results show that a physician appraisal is underestimated both theoretically and empirically. The particular gap exists with respect to the communication skills of physicians, which are rarely present in medical training syllabi and physician assessments. The article contributes to the theoretical discourse on physician appraisals and points out at the inconsistency between the high status of physicians as a key hospital resource on the one hand and, on the other hand, at inadequate and poorly researched assessment of their performance with a special emphasis on communication skills. The article may inspire health managers to develop and implement up-to-date assessment forms for physicians and good managerial practices in this respect in hospitals and other health care units.
Visible-light mediated regioselective (phenylsulfonyl)difluoromethylation of fused imidazoles with iododifluoromethyl phenyl sulfone
Authors: Yin Guojie , Zhu Mei , Fu Weijun 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
A visible-light catalyzed direct and regioselective (phenylsulfonyl)difluoromethylation of imidazo[1,2-a]pyridines and benzo[d]-imidazo [2,1-b]thiazoles with readily available PhSO2CF2I under mild conditions was developed. This synthetic methodology enables the introduction of a CF2SO2Ph group in an efficient and regioselective reaction through C-H bond functionalization with a broad substrate scope in good to excellent yields.
Effect of volatile organic compounds from Pinus sylvestris and Picea abies on Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Streptococcus pneumoniae and Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium
Authors: Vainio-Kaila Tiina , Hänninen Tuomas , Kyyhkynen Aino , Ohlmeyer Martin , Siitonen Anja , Rautkari Lauri 
Published: June 2017

AbstractPine and spruce heartwood and sapwood were milled to wood particles and the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) of the wood particles were tested against four bacterial strains. To study the influence of relative humidity on the antibacterial effect, both dry and wet wood particles were tested. Twenty microliters of the bacterial dilution with a concentration of 1.5×107CFU ml−1was cultured on glass surfaces in the presence of VOCs and the amount of viable bacteria was studied after 2, 4, and 24 h. The volatile emissions were evaluated by GC/MS and the results were compared with the results from the bacterial trial. VOCs had an antibacterial effect onEscherichia coli, Streptococcus pneumoniaeand slightly onSalmonella entericaserovar Typhimurium. But the effect onStaphylococcus aureuswas minute even after 3 days’ incubation. The dry wood particles generally had a stronger antibacterial effect, though the amount of VOCs from the wet wood was higher. Pine heartwood had the strongest antibacterial effect and also the highest emissions of VOCs. However, the interaction between different bacterial strains and wood species shows some variations.
Home Advantage in Judo: Analysis by the Combat Phase, Penalties and the Type of Attack
Authors: Brito Ciro José , Miarka Bianca , de Durana Alfonso López Díaz , Fukuda David H. 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
Previous studies indicate positive home advantage in judo; however, the factors that influence home advantage have yet to be fully explored. This study investigated the potential differences in technical-tactical variables between home and visiting athletes. A total of 1411 video recorded matches were analyzed (123 home, 1288 away) from 36 international judo competitions contested in 2011-12. The matches were analyzed by the following criteria: combat phases (approach, gripping, attack, defense, groundwork and pause), penalties (by the athlete or the opponent) and the types of attacks (with or without a score). Elite judo athletes competing in their home country attacked more frequently using trunk/leg couple techniques (p < 0.011) and scored more frequently with arm/leg couple techniques (p < 0.001), while visiting judo athletes received fewer scores from penalties (p < 0.001) and engaged in more frequent pauses during competition (p < 0.01). The results of this study provide an outline of technical-tactical differences that may contribute to home advantage in judo.
Sonographic prediction of small and large for gestational age in breech-presenting fetuses
Authors: Shmueli Anat , Aviram Amir , Bardin Ron , Tenenbaum-Gavish Kinneret , Wiznitzer Arnon , Chen Rony , Gabbay-Benziv Rinat 
Published: June 2017

Abstract

Introduction:
To evaluate various sonographic estimated fetal weight (sEFW) formulas’ accuracy for small- and large-for-gestational age (SGA/LGA) prediction in breech-presenting fetuses.

Materials and methods:
A retrospective analysis of all ultrasound-based fetal biometrical measurements performed within 3 days of delivery in term pregnancies, in one medical center (2007–2014). Overall, 274 breech-presenting fetuses (study group) were compared to 274 vertex-presenting fetuses (control group) matched by gender, gestational age and birth weight. sEFW was calculated by six previously published formulas. Accuracy was compared utilizing systematic error and random error for every formula. Prediction precision of SGA and LGA was evaluated by calculating each formula’s sensitivity, specificity, +/− predictive value, and the area under the receiver-operating characteristic (ROC) curve (AUC).

Results:
Systematic error and random error varied greatly between formulas, ranging from −7.4% to 3.1%, 7.3% to 8.3% for the vertex-presenting fetuses and −8.9% to 1.9%, 7.9% to 8.6% for the breech-presenting fetuses, respectively. There was no statistical difference in small- or large-for-gestational age prediction parameters between the groups. The highest sensitivity and specificity for prediction was achieved by same formula regardless of presentation.

Conclusion:
In our cohort, overall accuracy was slightly superior among vertex-presenting fetuses without difference in prediction accuracy for small- and large-for-gestational age neonates.
Critical congenital heart disease screening with a pulse oximetry in neonates
Authors: Hamilçıkan Şahin , Can Emrah 
Published: June 2017

AbstractObjective:To compare the results of pulse oximetry screening for critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) in newborn infants performed at <24 h and >24 h following.Method:Measurements were taken for each group at <24 h and >24 h following birth. Echocardiography was performed if the SpO2 readings remained abnormal results.Results:A total of 4518 newborns were included in this prospective descriptive study. Of these, 2484 (60.3%) were delivered vaginally and 1685 (39.7%) by cesarean section. Median time points of the screening were 25.4 (25.3–25.5) vs. 17.3 (12.2–22.4) hours after birth. In 4109 infants screened 24 h after birth, the mean pre- and postductal oxygen saturations (SpO2) were 96.5±1.99 and 97.7±1.98, while 127 infants screened within 24 h of mean preductal and postductal SpO2 were 91.33±2.64 and 94.0±4.44. No CCHD was detected during the study period. Pulse oximetry screening was false positive for CCHD in 9 of 4109 infants (0.02%); of these, six infants were referred to pediatric cardiology and three cases were diagnosed as other significant, non-cardiac pathology. There were two cases with AVSD (atrioventricular septal defect, three cases with ventricular septal defect (VSD), and one case with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA).Conclusions:Saturation values are different between <24-h and >24-h neonates in pulse oximetry screening. The screening in this study identified infants with other important pathologies, this forms an added value as an assessment tool for newborn infants.
Genetic association test based on principal component analysis
Authors: Chen Zhongxue , Han Shizhong , Wang Kai 
Published: June 2017

AbstractMany gene- and pathway-based association tests have been proposed in the literature. Among them, the SKAT is widely used, especially for rare variants association studies. In this paper, we investigate the connection between SKAT and a principal component analysis. This investigation leads to a procedure that encompasses SKAT as a special case. Through simulation studies and real data applications, we compare the proposed method with some existing tests.
Trends in Organic Farming Development in Bulgaria: Applying Circular Economy Principles to Sustainable Rural Development
Authors: Dimitrov Dimitar K. , Ivanova Mariyana 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
The paper examines the development of organic farming in Bulgaria through the viewpoint of its links to circular economy concept and its potential to contribute to sustainable rural development. The significant increase in the number of organic operators and areas is analyzed in the context of stable growth in the European sector and worldwide and the increase in consumer demand. Main indicators reported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food of the Republic of Bulgaria and the support provided by the National Rural Development Program are used to present the characteristics of organic production and agricultural holdings. The advantages of Bulgaria are underlined as a country offering the necessary conditions, along with the main problems in production and marketing. Recommendations are provided for organic sector encouragement as a sustainable business model and an entrepreneurial initiative for sustainable rural development putting a special accent on networking and capacity building activities in connection to potential solutions and policy development.
Success Factors of Sustainable Social Enterprises Through Circular Economy Perspective
Authors: Stratan Dumitru 
Published: June 2017

Abstract
The scope of the research is to find out how social entrepreneurship operations can be modelled within existing business methods using circular economy principles. A literature review was undertaken in order to clarify and find out different opinions regarding circularity and social businesses models. Moreover, the author interviewed managers of different social mission organizations in order to find out the critical factors that determine the sustainability and performances of the organizations. Using the results of the field and desk research, the author suggests the following business model elements to be considered by social enterprises aiming to implement circular economy principles: Desired social and environment vision; Value proposition; Alignment of organizations to the strategy and acceleration of change through executive leadership implication; Financial sustainable perspective: a) to increase financial resources and b) to manage costs; Stakeholders perspective: a) customers segments, b) users, c) employees, d) community beneficiaries, e) channels, f) customer relationships, g) Key partnerships; Internal process perspective: a) processes necessary to use circular economy principles; b) impact measurement and key activities; c) internal and external communication; Resources perspective: a) networks; b) skills on circular principles and social impact; c) information and technologies.`
Missed Nursing Care in Pediatrics
Authors: Lake Eileen T. , de Cordova Pamela B. , Barton Sharon , Singh Shweta , Agosto Paula D. , Ely Beth , Roberts Kathryn E. , Aiken Linda H. 
Published: June 2017

OBJECTIVES:
A growing literature suggests that missed nursing care is common in hospitals and may contribute to poor patient outcomes. There has been scant empirical evidence in pediatric populations. Our objectives were to describe the frequency and patterns of missed nursing care in inpatient pediatric settings and to determine whether missed nursing care is associated with unfavorable work environments and high nurse workloads.

METHODS:
A cross-sectional study using registered nurse survey data from 2006 to 2008 was conducted. Data from 2187 NICU, PICU, and general pediatric nurses in 223 hospitals in 4 US states were analyzed. For 12 nursing activities, nurses reported about necessary activities that were not done on their last shift because of time constraints. Nurses reported their patient assignment and rated their work environment.

RESULTS:
More than half of pediatric nurses had missed care on their previous shift. On average, pediatric nurses missed 1.5 necessary care activities. Missed care was more common in poor versus better work environments (1.9 vs 1.2; P &lt; .01). For 9 of 12 nursing activities, the prevalence of missed care was significantly higher in the poor environments (P &lt; .05). In regression models that controlled for nurse, nursing unit, and hospital characteristics, the odds that a nurse missed care were 40% lower in better environments and increased by 70% for each additional patient.

CONCLUSIONS:
Nurses in inpatient pediatric care settings that care for fewer patients each and practice in a professionally supportive work environment miss care less often, increasing quality of patient care.
Transformaciones de la masculinidad de los tranviarios de Guadalajara durante el Porfiriato
Authors: Alvizo Carranza Cristina 
Published: June 2017

Las masculinidades y feminidades se encuentran en constante cambio. Durante el Porfiriato (1876-1911) y su ola de modernización, las ideas de lo que era ser hombre se modificaron y encaminaron hacia imágenes de hombres educados, con modales refinados y vestidos higiénica y elegantemente. Estas nuevas formas de ser hombre se confrontaron y combinaron con el estereotipo del macho. En este artículo, por medio del análisis de las imágenes y las narrativas de los actores analizo como se construyó el ideal masculino del hombre moderno porfiriano (limpio, educado, trabajador, buen padre de familia) y cómo estos ideales impactaron en la construcción de la masculinidad de un grupo de trabajadores de elite de la ciudad de Guadalajara, los tranviarios, quienes representaban un servicio clave en el desarrollo de la ciudad.
Methanolic Extracts of Cochorous olitorous (L.) and Adansonia digitata (L.) Leaves Against Irradiation-Induced Atherosclerosis in Male Wistar Rats
Authors: BELLO Kabir O. , NWOZO Sarah O. , OLADELE Johnson , MUSTAPHA Kabir K. , QUADRI Lukman A. 
Published: June 2017

The present study investigated the anti-atherosclerotic and antioxidative effect of the methanolic extracts (MExt) of Cochorous olitorous (CO) and Adansonia digitata (AD) leaves on irradiation-induced atherosclerosis in male Wistar rats. Atherosclerosis was induced in male rats by a single dose of 6 gray whole body gamma radiation. MExt of C. olitorous and A. digitata leaves at 500 and 1,000 mg/kg bwt were administered as treatment for 7 days. Blood serum was analysed for lipid profile, MDA (malondialdehyde) and liver tissue for antioxidants enzymes, whereas the therapeutic potential was compared to the lipids-lowering drug lovastatin at 10 mg/kg/bwt. The phytochemical studies showed the presence of polyphenols, flavonoids, tannins and saponins. Treatment with MExt of CO and AD normalized the elevated MDA level, whereas the activities of superoxide dismutase, catalase and glutathione peroxidase in the treated rats increased. Pronounced changes were observed at 1,000 mg/kg bwt mixture of MExt of CO and AD for 1 weeks and it was more potent than the standard drug. The current study provided strong evidence that MExt of CO and AD might be important in the treatment of atherosclerosis and ROS without any side effects at the studied dosage and duration.
La autonomía del derecho sanitario en la organización institucional de las provincias argentinas
Authors: Ortega Jose Emilio , Espósito Santiago Martin 
Published: June 2017

Una vez planteada la autonomía del derecho sanitario en la Argentina, a partir de sentar sus bases, se observará la relación a través de los distintos niveles de gobierno, ya que la existencia de un Estado Federal en la Argentina se traduce en un sistema jurídico multinivel y plurilegislativo en el cual coexisten diversos ordenamientos jurídicos. Por ello resulta necesario conocer el ámbito de competencia específico de cada orden de gobierno y que asuma fundamental importancia la articulación y cooperación en las relaciones intergubernamentales, lo que no está exento de algunas dificultades: ¿En qué consisten los deberes positivos de los distintos órdenes de gobierno, cuál es su alcance y quiénes responden por su cumplimiento? Así como la doctrina ha trabajado muchas cuestiones atinentes a la organización institucional de las provincias argentinas, ha faltado, a nuestro criterio, un estudio transversal en relación con una rama del derecho sumamente importante: el derecho sanitario.
O fim dos manicômios em detrimento da Reforma Psiquiátrica e a reinserção do paciente com transtorno mental na sociedade no âmbito do Distrito Federal, Brasil
Authors: Pinto Danilo da Silva 
Published: June 2017

Este trabalho tem por objeto identificar como a Reforma Psiquiátrica é aplicada no âmbito do Distrito Federal, analisando as instituições psiquiátricas mais tradicionais (Hospital São Vicente de Paulo e Instituto de Saúde Mental) que atuam no tratamento dos pacientes acometidos de transtornos mentais. Ademais, será questionado o tratamento desses pacientes, apontando estudos científicos que demonstram que o paciente institucionalizado possui a saúde mental ainda mais agravada e que, mesmo assim, a política pública não é efetiva em reinserir o paciente na sociedade, ainda que não o cure, mas o adapte ao meio social. Por fim, o trabalho tem o escopo de analisar a estrutura do Distrito Federal no atendimento aos pacientes com transtornos mentais, bem como verificar as formas de inserção desses pacientes na sociedade, criticando as formas de tratamento desses usuários psiquiátricos no âmbito daquelas instituições públicas.
Knowledge, attitude and practices of health care staff regarding hospital waste handling in tertiary care hospitals of Muzaffarabad, AJK, Pakistan
Authors: Khan M. Junaid , Hamza M. Asim , Zafar Bilal , Mehmod Rashid , Mushtaq Sharjeel 
Published: June 2017

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Hospital waste management means the management of waste produced in hospitals by using different techniques that will prevent the spread of diseases. Hospital is the place where infectious and non-infectious healthcare waste is being generated and this needs a special precaution for its proper disposal. However, its mismanagement has posed major environmental threats and is now being reported as a serious public health issue worldwide. In developing countries, knowledge, attitude and practices regarding hospital waste management in terms of its segregation, collection, storage, transportation and disposal is limited.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> A cross sectional study using simple convenient sampling was conducted from January to May 2015 at tertiary care hospitals of Muzaffarabad, AJK. A self-designed pretested questionnaire was used. Sample size was 114. </p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> Mean age of these participants was of 33 years (min 25-maz 41 years) and average work experience was 7 years. Among them, n67 (58%) were male and n47 (42%) were female. n13 (11.4%) were doctors, n68 (60%) were of paramedical staff and n33 (29%) were junior staff. The overall Satisfactory knowledge and attitude score (≥60% answers correct) of doctors was significantly higher than others. Knowledge about the color coding for specific wastes were insignificantly higher among doctors, rather only n4 (30.7%) doctors responded to this question. The overall Satisfactory practice score (≥60% answers correct) of junior staff was higher (94%).</p><p><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Qualified medical professionals give little importance for hospital waste handling practices evident from lower practice score than the paramedical and lower staff. An important opportunity of possible oversight for hospital waste handling is missed in day to day hospital operation.</p>