bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Nurses’ Knowledge toward Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C in Guilan, Iran
Authors: Joukar Farahnaz , Mansour-Ghanaei Fariborz , Naghipour Mohammad Reza , Hasandokht Tolou 
Published: April 2017

Background:Health care workers (HCWs) represent high risk population for viral hepatitis infection.Objectives:This study sought to assess the knowledge of HCWs regarding hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV) infection.Methods:In a multi-center cross sectional study, all HCWs from eight teaching hospitals were invited to participate in the study and to fill in a self-administered questionnaire.Results:A total of 1008 eligible HCWs have responded to the study. A high proportion of the study participants (55.4% and 52.9%) had unsatisfactory knowledge about HBV and HCV. Mean knowledge score toward HBV was significantly higher among more educated staff, p <0.001 and vaccinated personnel, P=0.02. Majority of responders answered correctly to transmission questions toward HBV and HCV (90% and 80%, respectively). There was statistically significant difference in only transmission domain score between various hospitals (p<0.05). The highest scores were related to surgical hospital.Conclusion:Although more than ninety percent of our participants were educated about HBV and HCV, knowledge about nature of disease, prevention, treatment and vaccine availability was unsatisfactory. Continuous training program toward viral infection is a matter of necessity.
Acceptability Among Community Healthcare Nurses of Intelligent Wireless Sensor-system Technology for the Rapid Detection of Health Issues in Home-dwelling Older Adults
Authors: Cohen Christine , Kampel Thomas , Verloo Henk 
Published: April 2017

Background:
The effective care and support of community healthcare nurses (CHNs) contribute greatly to the healthy aging of older adults living at home. Integrating innovative technologies into CHNs’ daily practice offers new opportunities and perspectives for early detection of health issues and interventions among home-dwelling older adults.

Aim:
To explore the perception of acceptability among CHNs of an intelligent wireless sensor system (IWSS) for use in daily practice for the detection of health issues in home-dwelling older adults receiving home healthcare.

Method:
Descriptive and qualitative data were sourced from a pilot randomized controlled trial involving 17 CHNs using an IWSS in their daily practice to rapidly detect falls and other health issues in patients’ homes. IWSS alerts indicating behavior changes were sent to CHNs. Their perceived usefulness (PU) and perceived ease of use (PEOU) were assessed. The acceptability of IWSS technology was explored using a questionnaire and focus group discussions.

Results:
The PU and PEOU of the IWSS technology were low to moderate. A majority of the CHNs were dissatisfied with its performance and intrusiveness; they reported multiple obstacles in the usefulness and ease of use of the IWSS technology in daily practice.

Conclusion:
To improve the IWSS technology’s low to moderate acceptability among CHNs, we recommend a more user-centered implementation strategy and an embedded model of nursing care.
Anthropometric Profiles of Child-bearing Women in Ghana — Past Measurements and Future Trends
Authors: Ofori-Asenso Richard , Agyeman Akosua Adom , Ashiagbor George 
Published: April 2017

Background:
Temporal changes in anthropometric indices of Ghanaian adults have not been thoroughly researched. In this study, we present results and projections of mean BMI, underweight and obesity prevalence among women (15-49 years) in Ghana.

Methods:
This is a secondary analysis of the mean BMI, underweight and obesity prevalence data reported in the Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) studies in Ghana between 1993 and 2014. Using a simple linear change (regression) model approach, we determine the rate of change of the anthropometric measures and project estimates for the years 2020, 2025 and 2030.

Results:
Between 1993 and 2014, the mean BMI among Ghanaian women increased by 3 kg/m2 and by 2030, the average Ghanaian woman will have a BMI of around 27.3 Kg/m2. Underweight prevalence has decreased by about 45% from 11.3% in 1993/1998 to 6.2% in 2014 and projected to reach 2.2% by 2030. Obesity on the other hand has seen significant increase of over 400% from 3.4% in 1993 to 15.3% in 2014. By 2030, nearly 23% of Ghanaian women are projected to be obese.

Conclusions:
Among Ghanaian women, obesity has now outstripped underweight in terms of public health significance. Greater emphasis and urgent measures to address the rising obesity in this country are needed. While the observed trends should inform future healthcare planning and resource allocation, this should in no way undermine undernutrition prevention efforts, as preventing undernourishment is still a good investment for this country. Rather, a broader perspective that seeks to address both undernutrition and overnutrition healthy individuals should be rigorously pursued.
La educación superior a distancia, antecedentes, puesta en marcha, logros y perspectivas en Costa Rica
Authors: Zeledón Solano Jorge A , Ramírez Celedonio 
Published: April 2017

Este artículo sintetiza un conjunto de hechos y acontecimientos necesarios para reflexionar e investigar sobre la emergencia y consecuencias del desarrollo de la educación a distancia en Costa Rica, a la vez ofrece una visión de la inserción de la educación a distancia en el nivel universitario en Costa Rica.
Educación para la paz en el contexto escolar desde el paradigma complejo-sistémico
Authors: Chacon Prado Mónica de Jesus 
Published: April 2017

El presente artículo tiene como fin primordial demostrar la pertinencia del paradigma complejo-sistémico en la enseñanza para la paz y la educación en general. Para determinar lo anterior, se realizó una revisión bibliográfica y analítica del paradigma complejo-sistémico y se examinaron las características de la formación en valores y la educación para la paz. Mediante el estudio se logra también confirmar la congruencia de aplicar el paradigma complejo-sistémico en el contexto educativo y describir los beneficios y ventajas educativas y humanísticas; así como las implicaciones didácticas del uso del paradigma complejo-sistémico.
Ego Depletion and Auditors' Busy Season
Authors: Hurley Patrick J. 
Published: April 2017

ABSTRACT
This study examines the impact of busy season on auditors through ego depletion theory. Ego depletion theory posits that using self-control depletes a cognitive resource and decreases the ability to exercise self-control on subsequent tasks, which can decrease judgment and decision-making (JDM) quality. Using a within-subjects quasi-experiment, I compare self-control resources at the onset of days within and outside of busy season to determine whether auditors experience a between-day accumulation of depletion. I predict and find that auditors experience an accumulation of ego depletion, and therefore begin workdays within busy season in a depleted state. Starting a workday in a depleted state can exacerbate within-day depletion, as studied in prior research. This research contributes a theoretical mechanism linking busy season to auditors' JDM quality and expands ego depletion theory by predicting and finding initial evidence of an accumulation effect, a more severe form of depletion than studied in prior literature.
Data Availability: The data used in this study are available from the author upon request.
Bingkai Media terhadap Hubungan Bilateral Indonesia-Malaysia (Analisis Framing Terhadap Pemberitaan Sengketa Perbatasan Kelautan dan Perairan Indonesia-Malaysia Pasca Insiden 13 Agustus 2010 dalam Kompas online)
Authors: Priyowidodo Gatut , Indrayani Inri Inggrit 
Published: April 2017

The relations between Indonesia and Malaysia are always full of colors. Indonesia and Malaysia are assumed as neighbour since it has similar history, religion also socio culturally. Some decades show that the decline of relationship the both countries. Another time, as ASEAN members the two countries devotes their nationalities to purify their collective identities as Eastern. The objective of the research is to extricate the construction of Kompas online toward news coverage of the borders dispute between Indonesia-Malaysia in 2010. This research is proposed to examine central issues which reported by Kompas online consistently. As a media industry, Kompas coverage
dominates circulation nationally. Kompas was the pioneer of online news in Indonesia and born in reformation era. The method used in this research is framing method by Robert N. Entman’s which consist of four steps identification : defining problem, diagnosing causes, moral judgement and a treatment recommendation. This research found that Kompas news covered the border dispute must be negotiated as recognition of Indonesia dignity.
Investigation of the Tribological Behaviour of HS6-5-3 type Tool Steels during High-Temperature Sliding Wear*
Authors: Walter M. , Egels G. , Boes J. , Röttger A. , Theisen W. 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
The wear behaviour of work roll materials is an important issue during the hot rolling process of metals. For this reason, the present study investigates the mechanical properties and the sliding wear behaviour of HS6-5-3 type high-speed steels (HSS) at elevated temperatures. Influences on the performance of HSS discussed are the microstructural constitution (as-cast and electro-slag remelted condition), the heat-treatment condition and the overall tribological system (C60 carbon steel and X5CrNi18-10 stainless steel counter-body materials). The results of the study show, how mechanical and tribological properties of HSS depend on these aspects and how a modification of the processing route can lead to improved high-temperature properties of HSS. As a main aspect the investigations show that, the formation of tribochemical wear layers during high-temperature sliding wear needs to be regarded. Tribochemical wear layers dominate the high-temperature wear behavior of steels. Therefore, the formation, characteristics and stability of tribochemical wear layers are analysed [1].
Neoplastic wounds: controlling pain, exudate, odor and bleeding
Authors: Agra Glenda , Ferreira Thalys Maynnard Costa , Oliveira Daniele Martins do Nascimento , Nogueira Wynne Pereira , Brito Débora Thaíse Freires de , Oliveira Patrícia Simplício de , De Andrade Fábia Letícia Martins , Gomes Roseane Ferreira , Lima Nayda Babel Alves de , Pimentel Edlene Régis Silva , Diniz Iraktânia Vitorino , Santos Josenilda Pereira dos , Souza Fernando Oliveira de , Costa Marta Miriam Lopes 
Published: April 2017

Objective: To synthesize scientific literature published on the control of pain, exudation, odor and bleeding of neoplastic wounds.
Methods: This is an integrative review of the literature in the databases CINAHL, SciELO, MEDLINE and LILACS with articles that approached the theme. Twenty-two articles were included, of which 18 were written in the English language and three in the Spanish language, published between 2004 and 2014.
Results: From the articles studied, categories were constructed: Interventions for pain control; Interventions for the control of exudate; Interventions for the control of odor and Interventions for the control of bleeding.
Conclusion: Most of the studies were bibliographical research originating from opinions of authorities and / or reports of committees of experts in the area. Therefore, it is urgent to carry out randomized clinical trials.

Keywords: Cutaneous ulcer; Injuries and injuries; Nursing oncology; Nursing care.
The Extended Northern ROSAT Galaxy Cluster Survey (NORAS II). I. Survey Construction and First Results
Authors: Böhringer Hans , Chon Gayoung , Retzlaff Jörg , Trümper Joachim , Meisenheimer Klaus , Schartel Norbert 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
As the largest, clearly defined building blocks of our universe, galaxy clusters are interesting astrophysical laboratories and important probes for cosmology. X-ray surveys for galaxy clusters provide one of the best ways to characterize the population of galaxy clusters. We provide a description of the construction of the NORAS II galaxy cluster survey based on X-ray data from the northern part of the ROSAT All-Sky Survey. NORAS II extends the NORAS survey down to a flux limit of 1.8 × 10−12 erg s−1 cm−2 (0.1–2.4 keV), increasing the sample size by about a factor of two. The NORAS II cluster survey now reaches the same quality and depth as its counterpart, the southern REFLEX II survey, allowing us to combine the two complementary surveys. The paper provides information on the determination of the cluster X-ray parameters, the identification process of the X-ray sources, the statistics of the survey, and the construction of the survey selection function, which we provide in numerical format. Currently NORAS II contains 860 clusters with a median redshift of z = 0.102. We provide a number of statistical functions, including the log N–log S and the X-ray luminosity function and compare these to the results from the complementary REFLEX II survey. Using the NORAS II sample to constrain the cosmological parameters, σ
8 and Ω
m
, yields results perfectly consistent with those of REFLEX II. Overall, the results show that the two hemisphere samples, NORAS II and REFLEX II, can be combined without problems into an all-sky sample, just excluding the zone of avoidance.
First Lensed Quasar Systems from the VST-ATLAS Survey: One Quad, Two Doubles, and Two Pairs of Lensless Twins*
Authors: Schechter Paul L. , Morgan Nicholas D. , Chehade B. , Metcalfe N. , Shanks T. , McDonald Michael 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
We have analyzed images from the VST-ATLAS survey to identify candidate gravitationally lensed quasar systems in a sample of WISE sources with

. Results from follow-up spectroscopy with the Baade 6.5 m telescope are presented for eight systems. One of them is a quadruply lensed quasar, and two are doubly lensed systems. Two are projected superpositions of two quasars at different redshifts. In one system, two quasars, although at the same redshift, have very different emission line profiles and constitute a physical binary. In two systems, the component spectra are consistent with the lensing hypothesis, after allowing for microlensing. However, as no lensing galaxy is detected in these two systems, we classify them as lensless twins. More extensive observations are needed to establish whether they are in fact lensed quasars or physical binaries.
SPIRITS: Uncovering Unusual Infrared Transients with Spitzer
Authors: Kasliwal Mansi M. , Bally John , Masci Frank , Cody Ann Marie , Bond Howard E. , Jencson Jacob E. , Tinyanont Samaporn , Cao Yi , Contreras Carlos , Dykhoff Devin A. , Amodeo Samuel , Armus Lee , Boyer Martha , Cantiello Matteo , Carlon Robert L. , Cass Alexander C. , Cook David , Corgan David T. , Faella Joseph , Fox Ori D. , Green Wayne , Gehrz R. D. , Helou George , Hsiao Eric , Johansson Joel , Khan Rubab M. , Lau Ryan M. , Langer Norbert , Levesque Emily , Milne Peter , Mohamed Shazrene , Morrell Nidia , Monson Andy , Moore Anna , Ofek Eran O. , Sullivan Donal O’ , Parthasarathy Mudumba , Perez Andres , Perley Daniel A. , Phillips Mark , Prince Thomas A. , Shenoy Dinesh , Smith Nathan , Surace Jason , Dyk Schuyler D. Van , Whitelock Patricia A. , Williams Robert 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
We present an ongoing, five-year systematic search for extragalactic infrared transients, dubbed SPIRITS—SPitzer InfraRed Intensive Transients Survey. In the first year, using Spitzer/IRAC, we searched 190 nearby galaxies with cadence baselines of one month and six months. We discovered over 1958 variables and 43 transients. Here, we describe the survey design and highlight 14 unusual infrared transients with no optical counterparts to deep limits, which we refer to as SPRITEs (eSPecially Red Intermediate-luminosity Transient Events). SPRITEs are in the infrared luminosity gap between novae and supernovae, with [4.5] absolute magnitudes between −11 and −14 (Vega-mag) and [3.6]–[4.5] colors between 0.3 mag and 1.6 mag. The photometric evolution of SPRITEs is diverse, ranging from <0.1 mag yr−1 to >7 mag yr−1. SPRITEs occur in star-forming galaxies. We present an in-depth study of one of them, SPIRITS 14ajc in Messier 83, which shows shock-excited molecular hydrogen emission. This shock may have been triggered by the dynamic decay of a non-hierarchical system of massive stars that led to either the formation of a binary or a protostellar merger.
SDSS IV MaNGA—Rotation Velocity Lags in the Extraplanar Ionized Gas from MaNGA Observations of Edge-on Galaxies
Authors: Bizyaev D. , Walterbos R. A. M. , Yoachim P. , Riffel R. A. , Fernández-Trincado J. G. , Pan K. , Diamond-Stanic A. M. , Jones A. , Thomas D. , Cleary J. , Brinkmann J. 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
We present a study of the kinematics of the extraplanar ionized gas around several dozen galaxies observed by the Mapping of Nearby Galaxies at the Apache Point Observatory (MaNGA) survey. We considered a sample of 67 edge-on galaxies out of more than 1400 extragalactic targets observed by MaNGA, in which we found 25 galaxies (or 37%) with regular lagging of the rotation curve at large distances from the galactic midplane. We model the observed Hα emission velocity fields in the galaxies, taking projection effects and a simple model for the dust extinction into account. We show that the vertical lag of the rotation curve is necessary in the modeling, and estimate the lag amplitude in the galaxies. We find no correlation between the lag and the star formation rate in the galaxies. At the same time, we report a correlation between the lag and the galactic stellar mass, central stellar velocity dispersion, and axial ratio of the light distribution. These correlations suggest a possible higher ratio of infalling-to-local gas in early-type disk galaxies or a connection between lags and the possible presence of hot gaseous halos, which may be more prevalent in more massive galaxies. These results again demonstrate that observations of extraplanar gas can serve as a potential probe for accretion of gas.
Real-World Efficacy and Safety of Ritonavir-Boosted Paritaprevir, Ombitasvir, Dasabuvir ± Ribavirin for Hepatitis C Genotype 1 – Final Results of the REV1TAL Study
Authors:   the Australian Liver Association Clinical Research Network (ALA CRN), Lubel John , Strasser Simone , Stuart Katherine A , Dore Gregory , Thompson Alexander , Pianko Stephen , Bollipo Steven , Mitchell Joanne L , Fragomeli Vincenzo , Jones Tracey , Chivers Sarah , Gow Paul , Iser David , Levy Miriam , Tse Edmund , Gazzola Alessia , Cheng Wendy , Nazareth Saroj , Galhenage Sam , Wade Amanda , Weltman Martin , Wigg Alan , MacQuillan Gerry , Sasadeusz Joe , George Jacob , Zekry Amany , Roberts Stuart K 
Published: April 2017

Background Limited data exist on the outcomes of ritonavir-boosted paritaprevir with ombitasvir and dasabuvir (PrOD) ± ribavirin in a real-world setting. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy and safety of PrOD-based therapy in hepatitis C genotype 1 patients with and without cirrhosis, and to explore pre-treatment factors predictive of sustained viral response (SVR) and serious adverse events (SAEs) on treatment. Methods 451 patients with hepatitis C genotype 1 treated in 20 centres across Australia were included. Baseline demographic, clinical and laboratory information, on-treatment biochemical, virological and haematological indices and details on serious adverse events were collected locally. Results Cirrhosis was present in 340 patients (75.4%). Overall SVR was 95.1% with no differences in SVR between the cirrhosis and non-cirrhosis groups (94.7% versus 96.4%). SVR in subgenotypes 1a and 1b was 93.1% and 99.2%, respectively. On multivariate analysis, baseline bilirubin level and early treatment cessation predicted SVR. SAEs occurred in 10.9% of patients including hepatic decompensation (2.7%) and hepatocellular carcinoma (1.8%). On multivariate analysis of factors predictive of SAEs in the overall group, Child-Turcotte-Pugh (CTP) B was the only significant factor, while in those with cirrhosis, baseline albumin and creatinine levels were significant. Conclusions In this large real-world cohort of HCV genotype 1 subjects, treatment with PrOD was highly effective and similar to clinical trials. Important determinants of reduced SVR include early cessation of therapy and baseline bilirubin concentration. SAEs were not infrequent with CTP B patients being at greatest risk.
Approche par les relations de surclassement et aide multicritère à l’intégration des pays de la C.E.M.A.C.
Authors: Kagni Victor 
Published: April 2017

L’article vise un classement dans un contexte multicritère des pays de la CEMAC à travers deux méthodes de surclassement : MESS II et PROMETHEE II. Les graphes de surclassement obtenus par une structure de préférence {>, R} complète et totalement ordonnée, nous procure des classements différents. Ces classements, du meilleur au moins bon pays, nous proposent une même partition des pays en deux sous-ensembles. Le premier, {Gabon, Cameroun}, est composé des pays prédisposés économiquement, socialement et politiquement à l’intégration et le deuxième, {RCA, Guinée équatoriale, Tchad, Congo}, des pays supposés présenter des obstacles à l’intégration socio-économique et politique. L’aide à la décision porte ainsi sur ces pays, présentant des obstacles, pour que la CEMAC soit une zone économique et monétaire optimale, et un grand marché.
Multiplication Formulas and Canonical Bases for Quantum Affine gln
Authors: Du Jie , Zhao Zhonghua 
Published: April 2017

AbstractWe will give a representation-theoretic proof for the multiplication formula in the Ringel-Hall algebra of a cyclic quiver Δ(n). As a first application, we see immediately the existence of Hall polynomials for cyclic quivers, a fact established by J. Y. Guo and C. M. Ringel, and derive a recursive formula to compute them. We will further use the formula and the construction of a monomial basis for given by Deng, Du, and Xiao together with the double Ringel-Hall algebra realisation of the quantum loop algebra given by Deng, Du, and Fu to develop some algorithms and to compute the canonical basis for . As examples, we will show explicitly the part of the canonical basis associated with modules of Lowey length at most 2 for the quantum group .
The Algebraic de Rham Cohomology of Representation Varieties
Authors: Xia Eugene Z. 
Published: April 2017

AbstractThe SL(2, ℂ)-representation varieties of punctured surfaces form natural families parameterized by monodromies at the punctures. In this paper, we compute the loci where these varieties are singular for the cases of one-holed and two-holed tori and the four-holed sphere. We then compute the de Rham cohomologies of these varieties of the one-holed torus and the four-holed sphere when the varieties are smooth via the Grothendieck theorem. Furthermore, we produce the explicit Gauß-Manin connection on the natural family of the smooth SL(2, ℂ)-representation varieties of the one-holed torus.