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Impact of the Pandemic on the Mental Health of Professional Workers
Authors: Atanackovic Jelena , Akuamoah-Boateng Henrietta , Park Jungwee , Corrente Melissa , Bourgeault Ivy Lynn 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Background:This study focuses on the impact of the pandemic on professional workers from an explicitly comparative perspective. High levels of stress and burnout have been reported among professional workers pre-pandemic, but the pandemic has had unique consequences for certain professional workers. Gender has emerged as a particularly important factor. While the existing research yields important insights of mental health concerns among professional workers, there is a need for more research that examines these impacts empirically, explicitly from a comparative perspective across professions taking gender more fully into consideration.Methods: This paper undertakes a secondary data analysis of two different pan Canadian sources to address the pandemic impact on professional workers: The Canadian Community Health Survey (2020, 2021) administered by Statistics Canada and the Healthy Professional Worker survey (2021). Across the two datasets, we focused on the following professional workers - academics, accountants, dentists, nurses, physicians and teachers - representing a range of work settings and gender composition. Descriptive statistics analyses were conducted to provide prevalence rates of self-perceived worsened mental health since the pandemic and to examine the inter-group differences.Results:Statistical analysis of these two data sources revealed a significant impact of the pandemic on the mental health of professional workers, that there were differences across professional workers and that gender had a notable impact both at the individual and professional level. This included significant differences in self-reported mental health, distress, burnout and presenteeism prior to and during the pandemic, as well as the overall impact of the pandemic on mental health.Conclusions:These findings have timely policy relevance. Specifically, interventions to address the mental health consequences of the pandemic, including their unique gendered dimensions, should take into account the specific impacts and differences revealed through our analysis. In particular, in addition to being gender sensitive, interventions need to take into account the unique circumstances of each profession in order to adequately respond to the mental health needs of each professional group.
The influence of flood risk behavior on crop insurance purchase decisions among Bangladeshi smallholder farmers
Authors: Hossain Md Shakhawat 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Bangladesh's agricultural sector is at risk from persistent flooding, and substantial crop losses occur without crop insurance. To better understand the connection between farmers' flood risk behavior and their propensity to purchase crop insurance, this study analyzes survey responses, personal risk assessments, and experimentally obtained risk preferences from 480 flood-prone families in northern Bangladesh. To do this, equally likely certainty equivalent (ELCE), risk matrix and probit model were used. Farmers’ insurance purchase decisions were correlated with their experimental measures of risk aversion and subjective risk perception behavior. Farmers who were risk averse and those who predicted a higher possibility of flooding were more likely to obtain crop insurance. Furthermore, farmers' past flood experience, non-farm earnings, farmers’ group, land ownership, accessibility to extension and informational sources all had significant impact on their crop insurance purchase decisions. The findings may assist policymakers understand farmers' flood-risk behavior, leading to more effective flood-risk measures.
Benign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome Pregnance Outcome and Duration of Labor Stages
Authors: KONUKCU Birsen , Şentürk Mehmet Baki 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Purpose: Benign joint hypermobility syndrome is an inherited connective tissue disorder caused by abnormal collagen synthesis. Little is known about its effects on pregnancy and labor. The purpose of this study was to evaluatepregnancy outcomes in women with joint hypermobility syndrome.
Materials and methods: For this prospective study, Brighton scoring was applied to women who were pregnant for less than 10 weeks at our clinic, and the results were noted for these patients; 182 women with joint hypermobility syndrome and 821 healthy women who came to our hospital for delivery were included in our study. Additional problems (abortus imminens intrauterine growth restriction, gestational hypertensive disease, gestational diabetes mellitus, preterm premature rupture of membranes, etc.) occurring during the pregnancies of these pregnant women were noted in the hospital records.Laborfollow-up was performed, and data were obtained for obstetric and neonatal outcomes.
Results: Compared with those in the control group, women with joint hypermobility syndrome were more likely to experience abortus imminens (11.6%, p = 0.011), preterm birth (6.1%, p = 0.01) and preterm premature rupture of membranes (7.2, p = 0.012). The average number of weeks at which the pregnancy was completed was 38.6, which was shorter than that in the control group. (p 0.001). In the birth phase, the 1ststage active phase (237 min) and 2ndstage active phase (16.75 min) were shorter than those in the control group (p 0.001), while no significant differences were observed in terms of cesarean section rates, cesarean indications or neonatal outcomes.
Conclusion. Women with joint hypermobility syndrome seem to be at increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes.
PAIN-AGE, a Controlled Before/After Study Assessing an Audit and Feedback Perioperative Pain Management Intervention in Older Patients with Hip Fracture.
Authors: Drevet Sabine , Boussat Bastien , Grevy Armance , Brevet Audrey , Olive Frederic , Richard Marion , Marchesi Laura , Guyomard Alize , Maindet Caroline , Pailhe Regis , Duval Brice Rubens , Bouzat Pierre , Tonetti Jérôme , Bioteau Catherine , Gavazzi Gaetan , Francois Patrice , Gibert Prudence 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Background
Pain in older adults is historically neglected. The study assessed the ability of an audit and feedback (A&F) intervention built with nurses to improve the quality of perioperative pain management in older patients hospitalized for hip fracture.
Methods
Controlled before/after study in an orthogeriatric unit (experimental group); a conventional orthopedic unit served as control (no intervention). Quality of perioperative pain management was evaluated based on acetaminophen distribution and prescription adherence. The primary endpoint was the evolution of the percentage of patients who received 3g/day of acetaminophen during the three postoperative days. Secondary endpoints included nurses’ adherence to medical prescriptions and factors associated with intervention. The significative level was set at 0.05 for statistical analysis.
Results
We studied data from 398 patients (mean age, 89 years). During the postoperative period, 16% of patients from the experimental group received 3g/day of acetaminophen before the A&F intervention; the percentage reached 60% after the intervention. The likelihood of receiving 3g/day of acetaminophen during the postoperative period and adhering to the medical prescription of acetaminophen were significantly increased in the experimental group as compared with the control group. The patient’s functional status at discharge (assessed by Activities of Daily Living scores) was significantly better and the length of hospital stay significantly reduced after the A&F intervention.
Conclusion
Our controlled before/after study showed that an A&F intervention significantly improved perioperative pain management in older adults hospitalized for hip fracture. Involving teams in continuous education programs appears crucial to improve the quality of pain management and ensure nurses’ adherence to medical prescriptions.
Transcriptional Responses of Sodium-Silicate-Induced Potato Resistance Against Rhizoctonia solani AG-3
Authors: Feng YaYan , hao jianjun , zhang dongmei , huo hongli , li lele , xiu zhijun , yang chunfang , Zhang Xiaoyu 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Stem canker and black scurf of potatoes, caused by Rhizoctonia solani, is a highly destructive worldwide. In controlling the disease, the application of sodium silicate in potato fields has shown promise in improving potato resistance against R. solani, although the underlying mechanism remains unclear. In this study, we used RNA sequencing analysis to examine the transcriptome of potato subterraneous stems of potato plants. These stems were both inoculated with R. solani and treated with sodium silicate, while a control group received no sodium silicate treatment. Transcriptome analysis was performed at 4, 8, and 12 days post-application (Group SS) and compared with the control (Group CK). A total of 1491 genes were identified as differentially expressed genes (DEGs). Furthermore, these DEGs are involved in hydrolase activity, plant-pathogen interactions, hormone signal transduction, and the phenylpropanoid biosynthesis pathway. These findings suggest that the application of sodium silicate induces a complex defense network in plants, involving physical barriers, innate immunity, phytohormone signaling, and various phenylpropanoid compounds, to combat R. solani infection. This study provides valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying sodium silicate-induced resistance and its potential for reducing stem canker and black scurf in potato crops.
Association between ethylene oxide and the risk of depression symptoms in US adults: a cross-sectional study from NHANES
Authors: zhang huanli , Zhang Zhen , wang chunyan 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Ethylene oxide (EO) is an organic compound widely distributed in the environment. However, the association between EO exposure and the risk of depression remains uncertain. The objective of our study was to evaluate the potential link between EO exposure and depression risk.In this cross-sectional study, a total of 5,120 persons aged 20 years or older from 2013 to March 2020 NHANES database were included. Depression was assessed using the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) and scored by asking respondents about the frequency of depressive symptoms in the past two weeks, with a total score of ≥ 10 considered clinically relevant depression. Logistic regression, restricted cubic spline regression modeling, and sensitive analyses were used to assess whether hemoglobin adducts of blood ethylene oxide (HbEO) were associated with depression.In this study, the overall prevalence of depression was 7.8%, and the prevalence was 6.2% in male VS 9.3% in female. Regression analysis using log2-transformed HbEO as a continuous and quartile variable revealed that blood HbEO levels were associated with the risk of depression, not only different depressive symptoms,but the different factor models.
Thermal and Chemical Characterization of Bleached Cellulose From Horse Grass (Andropogon Tectorum)
Authors: Otitoju Olawale , Ashogbon Adeleke Omodunbi 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Horse grass fibers were pretreated with 10% (w/v) sulfuric acid solution to eliminate hemicelluloses and obtained cellulose fibers. Cellulose fibers obtained were then de-lignified with 25% methanol, 60 min cooking time at 1210C, and later subjected to hydrogen peroxide–acetic acid (HPAC) bleaching process. Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectrometry, Thermogravimetry analysis (TGA), and X-ray diffraction (XRD), analysis was applied to analyze treated cellulose fibers obtained from horse grass. The chemical analysis showed cellulose yields of 48.10%, 82.74%, and, 92.59% for raw horse grass fibers, methanol-treated fibers, and hydrogen peroxide acetic acid treated fibers respectively. The FT-IR spectral characterization has established the elimination of hemicelluloses and lignin. TGA analysis results showed that treated fibers have high thermal stability. XRD results show diffraction peaks that are comparable to cellulose pulp. It was, therefore, concluded that horse grass fibers can serve as alternative raw materials for cellulose production.
Preventing Overdoses Involving Stimulants: The POINTS Study Protocol
Authors: Hughto Jaclyn , Rich Josiah , Kelly Patrick , Vento Stephanie , Silcox Joseph , Noh Madeline , Pletta David , Erowid Earth , Erowid Fire , Green Traci 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Background: In recent years, overdoses involving illicit cocaine, methamphetamine, and other stimulants have increased in the U.S. The unintentional consumption of stimulants containing illicit fentanyl is a major risk factor for overdoses, particularly in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Understanding the drug use patterns and strategies used by people who use stimulants (PWUS) to prevent overdose is necessary to identify risk and protective factors for stimulant-involved overdoses. Mixed-methods research with people who distribute drugs (PWDD) can also provide critical information into the mechanisms through which fentanyl may enter the stimulant supply, and the testing of drug samples can further triangulate PWUS and PWDD perspectives regarding the potency and adulteration of the drug supply. These epidemiological methods can inform collaborative intervention development efforts with community leaders to identify feasible, acceptable, and scalable strategies to prevent fatal and non-fatal overdoses in high-risk communities.
Methods: Our overall objective is to reduce stimulant and opioid-involved overdoses in regions disproportionately affected by the overdose epidemic. To meet this long-term objective, we employ a multi-pronged approach to identify risk and protective factors for unintentional stimulant and opioid-involved overdoses among PWUS, and use these findings to develop a package of locally tailored intervention strategies that can be swiftly implemented to prevent overdoses. Specifically, this study aims to [1] Carry out mixed-methods research with incarcerated and non-incarcerated people who use or distribute illicit stimulants to identify risk and protective factors for stimulant and opioid-involved overdoses; [2] Conduct drug checking to examine the presence and relative quantity of fentanyl and other adulterants in the stimulant supply; and [3] Convene a series of working groups with community stakeholders involved in primary and secondary overdose prevention in Massachusetts and Rhode Island to contextualize our mixed-methods findings and identify multilevel intervention strategies to prevent stimulant-involved overdoses.
Discussion: Completion of this study will yield a rich understanding of the social epidemiology of stimulant and opioid-involved overdoses in addition to community-derived intervention strategies that can be readily implemented and scaled to prevent such overdoses in two states disproportionately impacted by the opioid and overdose crises: Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Effects of the Active Break intervention on nonspecific low back pain among young people: A randomized controlled trial
Authors: Plandowska Magdalena , Labecka Marta Kinga , Truszczyńska-Baszak Aleksandra , Rajabi Reza , Różańska Dorota , Płaszewski Maciej 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Introduction: Every end-range position maintained for a prolonged time causes a static load on the spine and may lead to musculoskeletal discomfort. Prolonged flexed sitting is a strong predictor of low back pain (LBP). The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Active Break intervention with the spine extension program in reducing LBP and perceived low back discomfort during prolonged sitting among young people.
Methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted among young people with non-specific LBP. Participants were randomized into groups: an experimental group participating in the tested Active Break intervention (AB-group, n=25), and a control group (C-group, n=25) with self-administered care recommendations. The program took 12 weeks. The outcomes were average pain intensity (Visual Analogue Scale, VAS), disability (Oswestry Disability Index, ODI), perceived low back discomfort (LBD) during prolonged sitting (Borg scale), and global perceived improvement (Global Perceived Effect).
Results: VAS, ODI, and LBD scores after the 12-week intervention were significantly lower than those at baseline in the AB-group. In the C-group, differences were not statistically significant. Post-intervention inter-group VAS, LBD, and GPE differences were significant.
Conclusions: The 12-week study of the Active Break intervention for young people with non-specific low back pain demonstrated significant improvement. Our research offers valuable evidence-based practices for managing and preventing low back pain, benefiting individuals, educators, healthcare professionals, personal trainers, and family physicians.
Effects of sunflower cake in lamb diets on meat quality and its fatty acid profile
Authors: Costa Ana Claudia da , Fonseca Alessandra S. R. , Abreu Matheus Lima Correa , de Paula Nelcino Francisco , Zervodakis Joanis Tilemahos , Silva Luciana Kimie Savay da , Costa Quezia P.B. , Costa Dorival P.B. , Roça Roberto , Rodrigues Deivison Novaes , Negrão Fagton de Mattos , Cabral Luciano da Silva 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of sunflower cake (SFC) levels (0, 7, 14, 21 and 28% dry matter) in the diet for feedlot lambs on meat quality and its fatty acid profile. Forty crossbreed non castrated hair lambs were fed with experimental diets through 70 days when they were slaughtered and a Longissimus lumborum section were evaluated for physicochemical quality and fatty acid profile. There were no effects of SFC levels (P > 0.05) on chemical composition of meat, except on moisture (P < 0.05) which was quadratically affected by SFC. The fat thickness (EG) was quadratically affected by SFC level (P < 0.05), but cooking losses, meat pH, shear force, loin eye area were not affected by SFC. The saturated fatty acids (SFA), monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA), total of unsaturated fatty acids (TUFA) and MUFA: SFA ratio were not affected by the inclusion of SFC (P < 0.05), however, polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) and PUFA:SFA ratio increased linearly (P < 0.05) while saturated hypercholesterolemic (SHC) were quadratically affected (P < 0.05). The SFC promoted a linear decrease on palmitoleic acid in the meat whereas linoleic, cis-9, trans-11 CLA and trans-10, cis-12 CLA were linearly increased (P < 0.05). Taken together, these data suggest that SFC fed up 28% on dry matter basis in lamb diets do not cause negative effects on meat quality and still promote improvement on its quality in health perspective by increasing CLA content.
A novel theoretical model to predict thawing settlement of clayey permafrost
Authors: Qu Haigang , Tang Aiping , Zhao Anping , Mu Dianrui , Wang Zhongyue 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

As infrastructure construction increases in cold climates, the thermal deformation of frozen soil needs to be taken seriously. In contrast to frost heave, thawing settlement is another type of thermal deformation less attention received in recent years but has yet caused significant harm to early infrastructure like roadways, railways, and pipelines in cold climates. Engineers attempted to foresee the thawing settlement of frozen soil before design, but there was no universally accepted and satisfactory theoretical model for the prediction. Based on the four-phase charting of frozen soil and taking into account the change of frozen soil systems experiencing thawing settlement, an original theoretical model is developed. The derivation offers seven postulates, induces three new factors that describe the thermal-hydraulic- structural characteristics of soil, and attempts to take specimen scale into account. The innovative model adopts initial water content and dry density to forecast the thawing settlement coefficient. Thawing settlement data of clayey permafrost from various regions of Northeast China were substituted for verification. The model demonstrates that in addition to the initial water content and dry density, the unfrozen water content, water holding capacity, and skeletal structure maintenance properties of frozen soil also affect the thawing settlement of frozen clayey permafrost but with different weights. The model also explains some essence of thawing settlement distribution problems. Finally, a happening probability list of various thawing settlement coefficients is provided based on the probability of various combinations of water-holding capacity and skeleton structure.
A Pathway for Nurses From Work Strain to Anger: Mediation of Social Intelligence
Authors: SEN Hanife TIRYAKI , TÜRKMEN Emine , KARATEPE Hilal KUŞCU , YURTSEVER Demet 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Background
This study aimed to determine the mediating role of social intelligence in the effect of nurses' work-related strain on trait anger and anger expressions. The challenging working conditions for nurses often result in increased strain and anger. Social intelligence could help to manage anger.
Methods
This cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted with 446 nurses at a public hospital in Türkiye between April and May, 2021. The questionnaire consisted of nurse demographics, Trait Anger and Anger Expression Inventory, Tromso Social Intelligent Scale, and Work-Related Strain Inventory. Descriptive statistics and Pearson's correlation coefficient were conducted using SPSS (v.26) and mediation analysis was conducted using PROCESS macro (Hayes, model 4).
Findings:
Social intelligence played a mediating role in the effect of work-related strain on trait anger, anger-in, anger-out, and anger-control (β = .105, β = .100, β = .131, β=-.136, respectively). Social intelligence reduced the effect of work-related strain on trait anger and anger in/out expressions, while increasing anger control.
Conclusion
The findings of this study show that social intelligence could be used to manage anger of nurses. Nurse managers could implement initiatives aimed at managing nurses' anger and anger expressions through the decreasing of work-related strain and increasing of nurses’ social intelligence.
Inclusive Climate Action: A Scoping Review on the Representation and Inclusion of People with Intellectual Disability in Climate Change Research
Authors: Watfern Chloe , Carnemolla Phillippa 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Climate change disproportionally affects people with intellectual disability. Despite this, people with intellectual disability are rarely included in conversations about just environmental futures. Using PRISMA-P guidelines, this scoping review maps the academic literature surrounding intellectual disability and climate change. We identified three key themes in the thirteen articles included in our review. First, people with intellectual disability experience heightened risks and barriers during and after natural disasters. Second, they are largely absent from government disaster planning and response. Third, inclusive education initiatives are in their infancy. Overall, people with intellectual disability are not involved as leaders or collaborators in research or practice related to climate change. The literature focuses almost exclusively on natural disasters as opposed to the broader context of the climate crisis. We take a critical lens, reframing the role of people with intellectual disability in climate change discourses: from helpless victims to potential caretakers and advocates for a safer climate.