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Impact of radioiodine therapy on recurrence and survival outcomes in intermediate‐risk papillary thyroid carcinoma —A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: Chandekar Kunal Ramesh , Satapathy Swayamjeet , Bal Chandrasekhar 
Published: December 2023

AbstractObjectiveThe utility of radioiodine (RAI) therapy in intermediate‐risk papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) remains a topic of ongoing discussion. This systematic review and meta‐analysis aimed to consolidate existing evidence on the impact of postoperative RAI therapy on recurrence and survival outcomes in intermediate‐risk PTC.MethodsA literature search was performed using relevant keywords in PubMed, Scopus, and EMBASE. Articles from January 2008 to March 2023 were included. Odds ratios (ORs) and hazard ratios (HRs) were extracted from the individual articles, and pooled estimates were generated using meta‐analysis.ResultsEleven articles comprising 56,266 intermediate‐risk PTC patients were included. 41,530 (73.8%) patients underwent postoperative RAI therapy, while 14,736 (26.2%) patients were kept on no‐RAI (NOI) follow‐up. No significant reduction in rates of structural disease recurrence was noted with RAI therapy in comparison to NOI follow‐up (pooled univariate OR, 0.73, 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.29–1.87, I2 = 75%). RAI therapy was not a significant predictor of better recurrence‐free survival (pooled multivariate HR, 0.21; 95% CI, 0.01–3.74, I2 = 94%). Interestingly, RAI therapy was associated with an overall survival benefit compared to NOI follow‐up (pooled multivariate HR, 0.63; 95% CI, 0.48–0.82, I2 = 79%).ConclusionsThis meta‐analysis did not establish a conclusive benefit of RAI therapy in preventing structural disease recurrence or improving recurrence‐free survival in intermediate‐risk PTC. However, these results need to be interpreted with caution owing to significant heterogeneity in the existing literature. A prospective, randomised clinical trial is the need of the hour to better understand the effect of RAI therapy on long‐term outcomes.
Digital Module 34: Introduction to Multilevel Measurement Modeling
Authors: Shaw Mairead , Flake Jessica K. 
Published: December 2023

Module AbstractClustered data structures are common in many areas of educational and psychological research (e.g., students clustered in schools, patients clustered by clinician). In the course of conducting research, questions are often administered to obtain scores reflecting latent constructs. Multilevel measurement models (MLMMs) allow for modeling measurement (the relationship of test items to constructs) and the relationships between variables in a clustered data structure. Modeling the two concurrently is important for accurately representing the relationships between items and constructs, and between constructs and other constructs/variables. The barrier to entry with MLMMs can be high, with many equations and less‐documented software functionality. This module reviews two different frameworks for multilevel measurement modeling: (1) multilevel modeling and (2) structural equation modeling. We demonstrate the entire process in R with working code and available data, from preparing the dataset, through writing and running code, to interpreting and comparing output for the two approaches.
Collective moods in Western Isles structures of being
Authors: MacPhee Marybeth 
Published: December 2023

AbstractThis paper develops a relational framework to interpret ethnographic data on the way residents of a community‐owned estate in the Western Isles of Scotland evaluated and contributed to collective quality of life. The analysis compares conversations with community development professionals and crofters to identify social and cultural structures influencing their contrasting interpretations of locally valued qualities of social attachment, belonging, and community. The framework integrates perspectives from phenomenological anthropology with Heidegger's theory of Being‐in‐the‐world to describe how structures of care, temporality, mood, and discourse influenced the dynamics of sociocultural diversity, interpretations of social relationships, and collective efforts to compose favorable conditions for co‐existence in a small population.
Online voting and minority shareholder dissent: Evidence from China
Authors: Cai Ning , He Wen , Wu Guoqiang , Yu Xin 
Published: December 2023

AbstractUsing proposal‐level data in China, we document that online voting significantly increases minority shareholders’ participation in voting, and online voting is related to more dissenting votes. The association between online voting and minority shareholders’ participation and dissent is stronger in underperforming firms, indicating that minority shareholders tend to participate and dissent to express dissatisfaction. The association is stronger for shareholders with stronger voting power. Finally, we find that when minority shareholders’ dissent fails to veto a proposal, dissenting minority shareholders are less likely to participate and vote again the following year. Our results suggest that mechanisms designed to facilitate minority shareholder voting lead to greater and more informed participation in the corporate governance process.
The power of sharing with support: Exploring the process and roles involved in sharing vulnerability in solidarity
Authors: Suzanne Pamela Agata , Reiss Lea Katharina 
Published: December 2023

AbstractIn this paper, we investigate the process and the intertwined and entangled roles involved in sharing vulnerability in solidarity through collective autoethnographic exploration. We draw on the sharing process we engaged with in relation to the personal experience of one of us with long COVID‐related vulnerability, in addition to and intensified by the gendered vulnerability of being a mother during lockdown in the context of academia. Together, we reflect on the roles of sharer and supporter we took on in the process of sharing vulnerability and bring light to the emotions that preceded the sharing, the reasons for ultimately sharing with others, the act of sharing, the reactions to and consequences of it, the feelings aroused by sharing and how sharing could be supported. Over time, sharing those vulnerabilities with each other, finding support, and sharing with the work environment became an empowering research and healing project. The insights obtained from our experience are discussed in the context of the existing literature on gendered vulnerability and feminist solidarity, contributing an embodied and relational perspective to the process and entangled roles involved in sharing vulnerability and feminist writing.
Enhancing EMI pedagogical curricula to prepare pre‐service English teachers for socioculturally diverse classrooms
Authors: Kim Sumi , Brutt‐Griffler Janina , Park Myung‐Kwan 
Published: December 2023

AbstractWith the rise of English as a global academic lingua franca, the implementation of English medium instruction (EMI) in South Korea's higher education system has grown substantially. This mixed‐methods study contributes to the scholarship on EMI policy and practice by drawing on data from the training experiences and self‐assessment of 327 pre‐service English teachers (PSETs) regarding their preparation to serve as secondary English teachers, the latter being key to high school students’ achievement in higher education. We examine teachers’ English competencies and explore their challenges and associated needs in implementing EMI for their professional success. Our quantitative analysis shows that, for PSETs, English‐speaking skills are the most challenging aspect of learning and teaching English. Moreover, current opportunities to improve their English proficiency through EMI courses appear to be inadequate. Subsequent analysis shows that English proficiency serves as a significant mediator of the association between EMI satisfaction and self‐efficacy about teaching English through English. Our qualitative analysis further confirms that PSETs have less exposure than expected to language‐related resources in their educational context, and they express a need for greater knowledge of student well‐being and linguistic and cultural diversity. We provide a set of recommendations to enhance the quality of EMI policies and curricula, including offering tailored language modules to develop well‐qualified secondary English teachers.
Impact of fermentation through Wickerhamomyces anomalus and Saccharomyces cerevisiae on aroma and quality of mulberry wine
Authors: Li Yanshu , Ma Yongkun , Xu Manqing , Yaqoob Sanabil , Aregbe Afusat Yinka , Xiong YuQing 
Published: December 2023

SummaryWickerhamomyces anomalus D1‐4, a non‐Saccharomyces yeast known for its aroma production, offers a novel approach to improving the aroma and quality of mulberry wine. We employed various inoculation methods for fermenting mulberry wine and assessed its physicochemical, bioactive compounds, antioxidant activities, colour and aroma components. The results revealed that the addition of Wickerhamomyces anomalus D1‐4 to the fermentation led to a significant increase in the levels of alcohols, terpenes, nitrogen oxides and methyl in mulberry wine, especially, produced the characteristic isobutyl acetate and isopentyl hexanoate, and greatly increased the relative content of isopentyl acetate, isopentyl alcohol and phenylethyl alcohol. The sequential inoculation of Saccharomyces cerevisiae for 24 h followed by Wickerhamomyces anomalus D1‐4 fermented for 9 days was the best fermentation method for mulberry wine. Regarding colour, bioactive compounds and antioxidant activities, the fermentation was superior to other fermentations, and it was also able to maximise the aroma of mulberry wine and give it a strong floral and fruity aroma, especially higher ethyl hexanoate and ethyl octanoate. These findings demonstrate the unique fermentation characteristics of non‐Saccharomyces yeasts in enhancing the flavour and quality of mulberry wine.
Psychological capital among clinical nurses: A latent profile analysis
Authors: Teng Mei , Wang Jialin , Jin Man , Yuan Zhongqing , He Hong , Wang Shuping , Ren Qianqian 
Published: December 2023

AbstractAimTo determine the psychological capital level of nurses and explore the latent profiles of nurses regarding their psychological capital scores.BackgroundThe use of individual‐centered analysis for the connotation of nurses' psychological capital structure is less studied and still needs to be further explored.MethodsBy the convenience sampling method, 494 clinical nurses from 7 general hospitals in Sichuan province were selected. The study was conducted from December 2022 to February 2023. Latent profile analysis was used for data analysis. We followed STROBE guidelines in this research.ResultsThe total mean score of nurses' psychological capital is 5.17 (SD = 0.8). The following four latent profiles were identified: “poor” (4.5%), “medium” (22.9%), “well‐off” (41.5%), and “rich” (31.1%). Multiple logistic regression showed that the number of hours worked per day and the number of night shifts per month were negative predictors of psychological capital, and psychological training and job satisfaction were protective factors of psychological capital.DiscussionOur study found that the four profiles can be distinguished by “poor,” “well‐off,” “medium,” and “rich” levels of psychological capital. Among them, more than 70% of the nurses belonged to the well‐off and rich profiles, and the number of the poor profile was the lowest.ConclusionThe overall psychological capital of clinical nurses is at a medium–high level. Each profile is influenced by multiple sociodemographic factors (i.e., age, working hours, monthly income, psychological training, and job satisfaction).Implications for nursing and health policyAdministrators should develop enhancement strategies to improve the mental health of nurses based on the characteristics of their psychological capital profiles.
Effects of Peripherally inserted Central Catheter (PICC) materials and designs on reduction of PICC‐related complications: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: Ding Nannan , Peng Huizhen , Zhao Wenli , Yi Yinping , Ma Yufeng , Guo Yaru , Li Haiyun , Wu Xue 
Published: December 2023

AbstractStudies showed that integrating coating or valve into Peripherally Inserted Central (PICC) can prevent related complications. However, data regarding efficiency were controversial. Therefore, a systematic review was needed to analyse the effect of PICC materials and designs on reduction of PICC‐related complications. We searched PubMed, Cochrane library, EMbase, grey literature and referent literature from inception to 5 August 2022. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and case–control study were included. Two authors extracted data independently, using a predesigned Excel form, and assessed the quality of included RCTs according to the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews (V5.1.0), case–control study was assessed by the Newcastle‐Ottawa Scale. Data were analysed using Review Manager (v5.3.0). A total of 10 RCTs and one case–control study were included. Meta‐analysis results showed that PICC designs reduce the incidence of obstruction, and at the critical value of PICC‐associated bloodstream infection, but may have no effects on other complications. Based on the literature reviewed, we can only say PICC new materials did not reflect significant reduction on complications, what's more, the result needs more multicentre, large RCTs to support. We suggested clinicians combine descriptive research and cost‐effect analysis to select appropriate PICC materials and designs for patients.
Validation of the Wound‐QoL‐17 and the Wound‐QoL‐14 in a European sample of 305 patients with chronic wounds
Authors: Janke Toni Maria , Kozon Vlastimil , Valiukeviciene Skaidra , Rackauskaite Laura , Reich Adam , Stępień Katarzyna , Chernyshov Pavel , Jankechová Monika , van Montfrans Catherine , Amesz Stella , Barysch Marjam , Montero Elena Conde , Augustin Matthias , Blome Christine 
Published: December 2023

AbstractThe Wound‐QoL assesses the impact of chronic wounds on patients' health‐related quality of life (HRQoL). A 17‐item and a shortened 14‐item version are available. The Wound‐QoL‐17 has been validated for multiple languages. For the Wound‐QoL‐14, psychometric properties beyond internal consistency were lacking. We aimed to validate both Wound‐QoL versions for international samples representing a broad range of European countries, including countries for which validation data had yet been pending. Patients with chronic wounds of any aetiology or location were recruited in Austria, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland and Ukraine. Psychometric properties were determined for both Wound‐QoL versions for the overall sample and, if feasible, country‐wise. We included 305 patients (age 68.5 years; 52.8% males). Internal consistency was high in both Wound‐QoL‐17 (Cronbach's α: 0.820–0.933) and Wound‐QoL‐14 (0.779–0.925). Test–retest reliability was moderate to good (intraclass correlation coefficient: 0.618–0.808). For Wound‐QoL‐17 and Wound‐QoL‐14, convergent validity analyses showed highest correlations with global HRQoL rating (r = 0.765; r = 0.751) and DLQI total score (r = 0.684; r = 0.681). Regarding clinical data, correlations were largest with odour (r = −0.371; r = −0.388) and wound size (r = 0.381; r = 0.383). Country‐wise results were similar. Both Wound‐QoL versions are valid to assess HRQoL of patients with chronic wounds. Due to its psychometric properties and brevity, the Wound‐QoL‐14 might be preferrable in clinical practice where time is rare. The availability of various language versions allows for the use of this questionnaire in international studies and in clinical practice when foreign language patients are being treated.
Patients involvement in the discharge process from hospital to home: A patient's journey
Authors: Alarslan Güven , Mennes Rosa , Kieft Renate , Heinen Maud 
Published: December 2023

AbstractAimsThe aims of the study were to gain insight in the transfer process from hospital to homecare or rehabilitation centre from a patient's perspectives and to describe the experienced involvement, information provision and information needs patients.DesignA multiple case study with a phenomenological approach.MethodsObservations and interviews were employed, between May 2019 and August 2019, to capture the patient's perspectives and experiences on involvement, information provision and needs. Observations were executed during the discharge process from hospital to homecare (n = 6) or revalidation centre (n = 1) and during admission interviews with community nurses (n = 6). Interviews were conducted at the patient's home and the revalidation centre.ResultsEight themes were identified within three phases of the transfer process. The Sign‐up phase contained two themes: ‘organizing follow‐up care’ and ‘planning the moment of discharge from the hospital’. The two themes in the Transfer phase were, ‘verbal information provision’ and ‘written information provision’. Four themes were identified in the End phase: ‘nursing supplies’, ‘medication’, ‘the electronic patient portal’ and ‘continuation of (para)medical care’.ConclusionsPatient participation in the transition process from the hospital to follow‐up care can be improved. This study indicates that unsafe situations could be prevented by patient involvement and clear perceptions of the role and responsibilities of patients, family and healthcare professionals.Implications to Patient CarePatient and family involvement has the potential to improve transition of care and techniques for shared decision‐making can be applied to a greater extent.ImpactThis paper highlights that patients and families should be acknowledged as key figures in the transfer process and gives direction to healthcare professionals on how to increase involvement in the transfer process by actively inviting patients to participate in the transfer process.Reporting MethodCOREQ guidelines for qualitative reporting.No patient or public contribution.Contribution to Global Clinical CommunityThis paper gives insights in patients’ and families’ perspectives on transition of nursing care and their involvement during the whole transfer process.This paper gives direction how to improve patient participation during the discharge process from hospital to follow‐up care.
Overview of the innovative Family Treatment Drug Court model in Kentucky
Authors: Logsdon Ashley R. , Antle Becky F. , Bridges Andreana , Hall Martin T. , Barbee Anita P. , Spriggs Amy , Kamer Cindy 
Published: December 2023

AbstractFamily Treatment Drug Courts (FTDCs) have been implemented to assist families involved with the child welfare system due to substance use. This article describes an enhanced version of a Family Treatment Drug Court intervention which builds on the traditional FTDC model but includes adaptations that add theoretically driven components to the basic FTDC model that aim to strengthen not only permanency outcomes but also address child well‐being including several precursors to child well‐being: parent well‐being and family well‐being so that the additional child welfare outcome of child well‐being can be met. The enhanced FTDC model described in this paper offers three phases of treatment but also utilizes data gathered for evaluation purposes as continuous quality improvement information to inform providers regarding participant engagement so that targeted re‐engagement efforts can occur to reduce dropouts. Thus, this paper also describes the measures utilized in the comprehensive evaluation. Data include 33 standardized scales from multiple sources, including clients, therapists/treatment providers, court personnel, and child welfare workers, at multiple points ranging from weekly to quarterly. Implications are discussed regarding how this enhanced FTDC model and use of evaluation/CQI data impact client engagement and multiple outcomes.
The influence of perceived parenting styles on Korean children's delinquent behaviors when accounting for gender differences
Authors: Lee Bora , Cochran Joseph 
Published: December 2023

AbstractParenting styles studies which used US data have shown positive effects of authoritative parenting styles and negative effects of permissive and authoritarian parenting styles on the adolescents' behavioral development. The effects of parenting styles were predictive within the juvenile population of the United States. The current study introduces questions about the influence of culture and gender on the association between parenting styles and children's delinquent behaviors. It focuses on South Korean culture, which is influenced by Confucian philosophy emphasizing obeying parents and importance of the role of the son in the family. This study uses ordinary least squares regression to examine data from the Korean Children and Youth Panel Survey 2010 collected by the National Youth Policy Institute from 2010 to 2016. Results indicated that male South Korean children respond positively to the authoritarian parenting style, but parenting style does not influence female South Korean children, at least when it comes to delinquency. These results indicate that culture and gender influence the association between parenting style and delinquency among children and broaden the applicability of parenting style research.
Production and characterization of mint (Mentha spicata L.) by spray drying
Authors: Oliveira Pamella Priscilla , Schmidt Vivian Consuelo Reolon , de Santana Ricardo Corrêa , Zotarelli Marta Fernanda 
Published: December 2023

AbstractMint (Mentha spicata L.) is a herbaceous plant from the Lamiaceae family, with numerous varieties. Fresh leaves have high moisture, which enables microbial growth and renders them perishable. Thus, drying aromatic plants, such as mint, is an alternative to increase their shelf life. Therefore, the objective of this work was to study the drying of mint, with and without blaching, by spray drying and to evaluate the moisture, color, hygroscopicity, bulk density, chlorophyll, carotenoids, phenolics, particle size distribution and morphology of the obtained powder. Thus, in addition to the effect of using blanching or not, the influence of temperature, drying airflow, and solution feed flow was investigated. Blanching contributed to a greater retention of carotenoid pigments and higher levels of chlorophyll and total phenolics. The highest observed yield value was 50.24% for the powder obtained with blanching produced at lower temperatures, which was associated with a high flow rate of the solution. In conclusion, this research sheds light on the potential of using blanching in conjunction with spray drying to conserve mint's bioactive components, offering practical applications in food and pharmaceutical industries, and potentially contributing to enhanced shelf life and product quality.Practical applicationsMint is renowned for its medicinal and sensory attributes; however, its inherent perishability post‐harvest necessitates exploring conservation techniques. While dried mint is available on the market, many drying processes remain artisanal and need more control over conditions to prevent the loss of its essential properties. Hence, this study sought to investigate mint drying through spray drying and the effect of process conditions on the product properties. Another essential point also evaluated was the impact of bleaching as a pre‐treatment. Integrating bleaching techniques with drying proved instrumental in preserving carotenoid pigments elevating chlorophyll and total phenolic levels. These findings offer significant potential for the food industry. Furthermore, the pharmaceutical industry stands to gain by harnessing mint's preserved bioactive compounds for medicinal applications. Overall, this research provides invaluable insights for optimizing mint preservation methods and promises to enhance product quality and shelf life across various industrial domains.