bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Acceptability, feasibility, and user satisfaction of a virtual reality relaxation intervention in a psychiatric outpatient setting during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Humbert Annika , Kohls Elisabeth , Baldofski Sabrina , Epple Carola , Rummel-Kluge Christine 
Published: October 2023

BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic was particularly difficult for individuals with mental disorders. Due to governmental restrictions, face-to-face offers for psychiatric outpatients like therapies, psychoeducational groups or relaxation courses were limited. Virtual reality (VR) might be a new possibility to support these patients by providing them with a home-based relaxation tool.ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to evaluate the acceptability, feasibility, and user satisfaction of a supportive therapy-accompanying, relaxation VR intervention in psychiatric outpatients during the COVID-19 pandemic in Germany.MethodsThe four-weeks VR intervention consisted of regular watching of relaxing videos in the participants’ home environment. Sociodemographics, feasibility (frequency of use, user-friendliness), satisfaction (Client Satisfaction Questionnaire-8), depressive symptoms (Patient Health Questionnaire-9), quality of life (abbreviated World Health Organization Quality of Life assessment), and credibility and expectancy (Credibility Expectancy Questionnaire-8) were measured in an intention-to-treat (ITT) analysis and a per-protocol (PP) analysis of completers.ResultsIn total, N = 40 patients participated in the study. Most of the participants in the ITT analysis (n = 30, 75.0%) used the VR device three or 4 weeks. A majority of the N = 29 completers (PP: n = 18, 62.1%) used it all 4 weeks. Most participants used the device two or more times a week (ITT: n = 30, 83.3%; PP: n = 26, 89.7%) and described the user-friendliness as rather or very easy (ITT: n = 33, 91.7%; PP: n = 26, 89.7%). User satisfaction was high (ITT: 19.42, SD = 4.08; PP: M = 20.00, SD = 4.19) and did not correlate with participants’ sex or age (all p &lt; 0.05). Depressive symptoms and psychological quality of life improved significantly from pre-to post-intervention (ITT and PP, all p &lt; 0.05). Higher pre-intervention credibility significantly correlated with a better outcome of satisfaction (ITT and PP), depressive symptoms, physical, psychological, and social quality of life (PP; all p &lt; 0.05).ConclusionA supportive therapy-accompanying VR relaxation intervention is feasible and acceptable in a psychiatric outpatient setting. Due to the high satisfaction and user-friendliness, VR can be an easy to implement relaxation tool to support psychiatric outpatients.Clinical trial registrationhttps://clinicaltrials.gov/, DRKS00027911.
“Palliative care is so much more than that”: a qualitative study exploring experiences of hospice staff and bereaved carers during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Bailey Cara , Guo Ping , MacArtney John , Finucane Anne , Meade Richard , Swan Susan , Wagstaff Ellie 
Published: October 2023

BackgroundThe way in which end-of-life care was provided changed significantly during the first 2 years of the COVID-19 pandemic. The national lockdown restrictions reduced formal care support services and increased the burden on many carers taking on the caring role for the first time. We aimed to explore decision-making about the place of care during the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact on experience from the perspectives of carers and hospice staff caring for people at the end-of-life.MethodsA qualitative study using virtual interviews was conducted between October 2020 and April 2021. Data were analyzed thematically using framework analysis, an analytical framework that enables qualitative research to be organized into defined themes derived from the research question. Findings were presented to stakeholders in policy roundtables between March 2022 and March 2023 and discussed collaboratively with staff, stakeholders, and the public to inform policy and practice change.FindingsA total of 37 participants (15 bereaved carers and 22 staff) were recruited via hospice services in England and Scotland. Four key themes were identified: (1) changing preferences relating to decision-making about the place of care and the impact at the time of death and into bereavement; (2) missed opportunities related to not being there, not having others around, and being robbed of memory-making; (3) the lone carer during a period of high intensity and reduced home support; (4) process vs. person-centered care resulting from changing rules and restrictions and prioritization of regulations over essential palliative care.ConclusionThe study provides valuable global implications for all involved in end-of-life care. Despite great efforts to provide dignified, quality care, palliative care during the pandemic changed, focusing on essential ‘physical care'. The psychological suffering experienced by staff and carers may need longer-term support mechanisms put in place, which will benefit from a public health approach. Policymakers should consider improving carer identification and resources for wider end-of-life care education to support the needs of carers, health and social care staff, and citizens.
Association between the number of convenience stores and caries status in permanent teeth among elementary school children: results from the A-CHILD population-based longitudinal cohort study
Authors: Nawa Nobutoshi , Nishimura Hisaaki , Matsuyama Yusuke , Doi Satomi , Isumi Aya , Fujiwara Takeo 
Published: October 2023

BackgroundIn Japan, people have rich access to 24-h convenience stores where they can buy sweets, juice and fluoride hygiene products, among others. However, the association between the number of convenience stores in a neighbourhood and caries in elementary school children status has not been studied. This study aimed to investigate this particular association.MethodsData were derived from a population-based longitudinal cohort study (A-CHILD study) of elementary school children from first-grade to fourth-grade in Adachi City, Tokyo. Caregivers were asked to complete a questionnaire in 2015, 2016, and 2018. A total of 3,136 caregivers provided a valid response. We analysed the association using multilevel Poisson regression.ResultsThe mean number of caries among children in school districts with low, middle, and high number of convenience stores was 0.31 (SD: 0.81), 0.21 (SD: 0.69), and 0.16 (SD: 0.58). After covariate adjustment, children in the school districts with high and middle number of convenience stores had 44% (mean ratio 0.56, 95% CI: 0.31, 0.998) and 31% (mean ratio 0.69, 95% CI: 0.42, 1.13) fewer caries in their permanent teeth, respectively, than children in the school districts with low number of convenience stores. We also found dose–response relationship (p for trend: 0.042).ConclusionHigher number of convenience stores in a school district was associated with fewer caries in permanent teeth among elementary school children. Further study elucidating the mechanism on this protective association is warranted.
Exercise training upregulates intracellular nicotinamide phosphoribosyltransferase expression in humans: a systematic review with meta-analysis
Authors: Sun Xu , Su Lide , Bu Te , Zhang Yang 
Published: October 2023

ObjectiveAging is associated with decreased nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) levels, which in turn cause dysfunctional mitochondria and indirectly affect a myriad of diseases. Intracellular nicotinamide phosphoribosyltransferase (iNAMPT) serves as a central rate-limiting enzyme in NAD synthesis, making it an indispensable health mediator. This meta-analysis examined the effect of exercise training on the expression of iNAMPT in humans.MethodsWe searched PubMed, Scopus, ClinicalTrials.gov, and the International Clinical Trials Registry Platform for studies published between the inception of the database and July 5, 2023. Using the common-effect model, evidence for the change in iNAMPT following exercise training was synthesized as Cohen’s d.ResultsThe search yielded five eligible studies. The overall effect size is 0.81, with a 95% confidence interval of 0.55 to 1.07. Therefore, a random adult will have a 71.7% probability that iNAMPT will be up-regulated following exercise training. In general, exercise training resulted in a 1.46-fold increase in iNAMPT. Our probability statistics indicate that subgroups of interest may differ practically. Specifically, there is a 79.3% probability of increased iNAMPT in men, compared to a 69.0% probability in the overall population; young adults have a 75.6% probability of having an increased iNAMPT, whereas aged adults have a 68.7% probability; and, iNAMPT has a 75.1% probability increase after aerobic exercise and a 66.4% probability increase after resistance exercise.ConclusionExercise training is effective for increasing iNAMPT levels in skeletal muscles. This essential enzyme regulates not only cellular energetics but also healthspan. Therefore, exercise should be promoted as a natural slow-aging lifestyle.
Non-tuberculous mycobacterial disease associated with Mycobacterium montefiorense in salamanders
Authors: Komine Takeshi , Ihara Hyogo , Inohana Mari , Kwok Jennifer Caroline , Shimizu Akane , Terasawa Tsumugi , Miyazaki Ayaka , Srivorakul Saralee , Iwao Hajime , Harada Sachiko , Yoshida Mitsunori , Hoshino Yoshihiko , Kurata Osamu , Fukano Hanako , Wada Shinpei 
Published: October 2023

IntroductionMycobacterium montefiorense is one of the causes of non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections in moray eels and salamanders. Although M. montefiorense infection could be a threat to salamanders, little information is available regarding this pathogen and associated infection. This study aimed to provide fundamental information regarding M. montefiorense and its infection in salamanders.MethodsNine M. montefiorense strains isolated from three species of salamanders, namely, Japanese black salamander (Hynobius nigrescens), Hakuba salamander (H. hidamontanus), and Tohoku hynobiid salamander (H. lichenatus), between 2010 and 2018, were characterized based on phenotypic and genetic examination. We also pathologically observed salamanders infected with the M. montefiorense strains, including Hakuba salamanders and Tohoku hynobiid salamanders.ResultsThe microbiological and chemical characteristics of the M. montefiorense salamander and an eel strain (reference strain) matched. Susceptibility testing for antimicrobials suggested that clarithromycin may be effective. Regarding disinfectants, phtharal, peracetic acid, glutaral, sodium hypochlorite, and benzalkonium chloride may be effective. Phylogenetic analyses revealed that the strains isolated from salamanders in 2014 and 2018 were genetically closely related, which could indicate an outbreak. The main gross findings in infected salamanders include skin ulcerative lesions or nodules in the enlarged liver. Microscopically, multifocal to coalescent granulomatous lesions composed of massive macrophages containing numerous acid-fast bacilli were prominently observed in the liver.ConclusionThis study contributes to our understanding of the genetic diversity and phenotypic characteristics of M. montefiorense, as well as the pathology of the infection.
Longer in primary care: a mixed-methods study of the Welsh GP training model
Authors: Cserzo Dorottya , Bullock Alison 
Published: October 2023

BackgroundA new model of GP training was introduced in Wales, whereby trainees spend 1 year in hospital and 2 years in general practice (the 1+2 model), a change from the previous model of 18 months in each setting.AimTo evaluate the 1+2 model of GP training in Wales.Design & settingLongitudinal mixed-methods evaluation via repeated surveys and focus groups with GP trainers and trainees across the Welsh training schemes.MethodYearly surveys and focus groups were undertaken between June 2020 and December 2022. Quantitative survey data were analysed in SPSS. Qualitative survey data and focus group transcripts were analysed thematically.ResultsSpending more time in general practice was seen as a major benefit. The consensus was that general practice is the best place to learn essential consultation skills. Furthermore, general practice was viewed as a flexible educational setting where knowledge gaps can be addressed. The main concern about the 1+2 model was that trainees would miss experience of key specialties. However, as trainees progressed through the training programme, this concern diminished. All trainees and most trainers thought that the benefits of the 1+2 model outweighed drawbacks.ConclusionSpending more time in general practice during GP training appears to improve how prepared trainees felt for practice. Future changes should explore options to enhance hospital experience without reducing time spent in general practice.
EFEKTIVITAS MASSAGE EFFLEURAGE DENGAN MINYAK LAVENDER UNTUK MENURUNKAN NYERI DISMENORE PRIMER
Authors: Yugianti Rosi Rosyda , Nurdianti Dewi , Novayanti Noorhayati 
Published: October 2023

Di Indonesia angka kejadian dismenore sebesar 62,25%, dengan prevalensi kejadian dismenore primer sebesar 54,89%. Dismenore primer merupakan masalah yang berhubungan dengan menstruasi biasanya berlangsung 48 hingga 72 jam dan bersifat fisiologis. Nyeri dismenore primer dapat menyebabkan ketidaknyamanan seperti pusing, nyeri punggung, nyeri perut bawah, perubahan emosional, dan lain-lain. Oleh karena itu, untuk mengurangi nyeri dismenore primer bisa dilakukan dengan cara terapi massage effleurage. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektifitas massage effleurage dalam penurunan skala nyeri dismenore. Metode penelitian ini adalah studi literatur dengan mengkaji 5 artikel penelitian yang berasal dari Index Copernicus International, Directory of open access journal (DOAJ), Pubmed, dan Garba Rujukan Digital (Garuda). Hasil studi literatur ini mengungkapkan metode non farmakologis massage effleurage dengan menggunakan minyak aromaterapi lavender dapat menurunkan skala nyeri dismenore dengan rata-rata hasil penelitian Pv=0,00 ≤ ɑ = 0,05. Simpulan massage effleurage dengan minyak aromaterapi lavender terbukti efektif dalam menurunkan skala nyeri dismenore pada remaja putri.
Emerging trends in deviantology in the Crimea
Authors: Butkevich Sergey 
Published: October 2023

Introduction. On the eve of the 10th anniversary of the Crimea branch of Krasnodar University of the RF Ministry of the Interior, the results of scientific researches in deviantology are presented. The article stresses main prerequisites for the successful implementation of scientific researches and obtaining significant results, proposals and recommendations being significant for territorial authorities of the RF Ministry of the Interior. Further, it highlights research ideas in this area due to contemporary requirements for specialists’ training and new key majors at university training.
The purpose of the study is to analyze systematized researches carried out at the Crimea branch of Krasnodar University of the RF Ministry of the Interior of Russia, and to determine further trends for the research in deviantology.
Methodology, methods and techniques. The methodological basis of the research is comprised of philosophical, modern general and special methods of scientific knowledge. Their use is due to a systematic approach, which made it possible to analyze the problems fully and comprehensively in the unity of their social content and legal form.
The results of the work confirm the timeliness, significance and practical relevance of the outcomes of scientific researches, compliance of the developed subject areas with current and emerging issues of law enforcement force required to be solved.
The scientific novelty of the article is due to a comprehensive and integrated analysis of systematic scientific research in the field of deviantology conducted by scientific and pedagogical staff of the Crimea branch of Krasnodar University of the RF Ministry of the Interior.
Practical significance. The presented review can be useful for researchers as well as field officers of the law enforcement bodies to prevent various deviations at federal and regional levels.
Analysis of the Soil Erosion Hazard Level on the East Coast of Minahasa (Case Study of Kombi District)
Authors: Pakasi Sandra E. , Rotinsulu Wiske C. , Mamahit Juliet M. Eva , Todingan Melisa P. 
Published: October 2023

The development of the Minahasa East Coast area into a tourism area has caused a tendency to change land use. Kombi Subdistrict is one of the areas on the East Coast of Minahasa that has experienced changes in land use with many investors building tourism areas there. The rate of land clearing in the area can accelerate the process of erosion. This research was carried out with the aim of knowing the level of soil erosion hazard on the East Coast of Minahasa, especially in Kombi District, in order to prevent soil damage so that environmental sustainability can be maintained and the development of tourism areas in the area can continue. The method used in this research is the overlay method for making digital maps and calculating erosion using the USLE method. The results of the analysis show that the Minahasa East Coast area, especially in Kombi District, has a light erosion hazard level of 1492.10 Ha, a moderate erosion hazard level of 5036.35 Ha, and a severe erosion hazard level of 6970.94 Ha.
Keywords: erosion hazard level, soil

Abstrak
Pengembangan kawasan Pantai Timur Minahasa menjadi kawasan pariwisata, menyebabkan kecenderungan terjadi perubahan pemanfaatan lahan. Kecamatan Kombi adalah salah satu wilayah di Pantai Timur Minahasa yang mengalami perubahan penggunaan lahan dengan banyaknya investor yang membangun kawasan pariwisata di sana. Lajunya pembukaan-pembukaan lahan di daerah tersebut, dapat mempercepat proses terjadinya erosi. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dengan tujuan mengetahui tingkat bahaya erosi tanah di Pantai Timur Minahasa khususnya di Kecamatan Kombi agar dapat mencegah kerusakan tanah sehingga kelestarian lingkungan dapat terjaga dan pengembangan kawasan pariwisata di daerah tersebut dapat berlanjut. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode overlay untuk pembuatan peta digital dan perhitungan erosi menggunakan metode USLE. Hasil analisis menunjukkan kawasan Pantai Timur Minahasa khususnya di Kecamatan Kombi memiliki tingkat bahaya erosi ringan seluas 1492.10 Ha, tingkat bahaya erosi sedang seluas 5036.35 Ha, dan tingkat bahaya erosi berat seluas 6970.94 Ha.
Kata Kunci : tingkat bahaya erosi, tanah
Land Suitability Of Mango (Mangifera indica L.) Plants By Utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Authors: Pakasi Sandra E. , Jermias Junivia Virginia , Pioh Diane D. 
Published: October 2023

The study of land suitability evaluation is very needed in agriculture. This study aims to determine the land suitability class and the distribution map of the land suitability class for Mango plants in East Lembean District by utilizing the Geographic Information System (GIS). This study uses a field survey method. In this study, land units were obtained from the results of overlapping land use maps and slopes, consisting of seven land units. Data collection techniques in the form of documentation, observation and laboratory analysis. The data analysis technique to determine the land suitability class uses the matching technique by matching the parameters and land quality so that the land suitability class for mango plants is obtained.
The conclusion of this study is that land suitability for mango plant development in East Lembean District is generally in the land suitability class S1 (very suitable) for the criteria for nutrient retention and rooting media, while the criteria for temperature and available nutrients are included in the land suitability class S2 (quite suitable) and for the hazard level criteria. erosion entered in class S3 (according to marginal).
Keywords: land suitability, geographic information systems, Mangivera indica L.
Abstrak
Kajian evaluasi kesesuaian lahan sangat diperlukan dalam bidang pertanian. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kelas kesesuaian lahan dan peta persebaran kelas kesesuaian lahan tanaman Mangga di Kabupaten Lembean Timur dengan memanfaatkan Sistem Informasi Geografis (SIG). Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei lapangan. Pada penelitian ini satuan lahan diperoleh dari hasil tumpang tindih peta penggunaan lahan dan lereng yang terdiri dari tujuh satuan lahan. Teknik pengumpulan data berupa dokumentasi, observasi dan analisis laboratorium. Teknik analisis data untuk menentukan kelas kesesuaian lahan menggunakan teknik pencocokan dengan mencocokkan parameter dan kualitas lahan sehingga diperoleh kelas kesesuaian lahan untuk tanaman mangga.
Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah kesesuaian lahan untuk pengembangan tanaman mangga di Kecamatan Lembean Timur secara umum berada pada kelas kesesuaian lahan S1 (sangat sesuai) untuk kriteria retensi hara dan media perakaran, sedangkan kriteria suhu dan hara tersedia termasuk dalam kelas kesesuaian lahan S2 (cukup sesuai) dan untuk kriteria tingkat bahaya. erosi masuk dalam kelas S3 (menurut marjinal).

Kata kunci: kesesuaian lahan, sistem informasi geografis, Mangivera indica L.
Application Of Solar Panels As A Source Of Electricity For Hydroponic Irrigation Systems
Authors: Rumambi David P. , Ludong Daniel P.M. , Saiya Alden M. , Paat Frangky 
Published: October 2023

The aim of this research is to design an eletrtic circuit system using solar panel to meet the needs of electric pumps of hydroponic irrigation system. This research may develop the knowledge that applied to application of solar panel system and to modify hydroponic planting systems by using solar panels to regulate the air circulation in plants. This study used an experimental method which conducts in Kelurahan Nyiur 1, at Wenang village. The data was obtained and analyzed descriptively. The results of the application of solar panels as a source of electricity for the system consist of several main components, namely the charger controller, relay, power supply, ats initial dc laptop, timer controller and 12 volt dc water pump. The result shows that solar panel application as an electric source of hydroponic system works well and so does the works of timer controller as water pump controller.
Keywords: Solar panels, charger controller, Hydroponics, Deep Flow Technique
Abstrak
Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendesain sistem rangkaian listrik menggunakan panel surya untuk kebutuhan listrik pompa irigasi sistem hidroponik. Manfaat penelitian ini yaitu mengembangkan ilmu pengetahuan yang diterapkan pada aplikasi sistem panel surya dan memodifikasi sistem tanam hidroponik menggunakan panel surya agar sirkulasi air pada tanaman bisa terkontrol. Penelitian ini mengunakan metode eksperimental yang dilaksanakan di Kecamatan Wenang Kelurahan Nyiur Lingkungan 1 dimana data yang didapat dianalisis secara deskriptif. Hasil aplikasi panel surya sebagai sumber listrik sistem terdiri dari beberapa komponen utama yaitu charger controller, relay, power supply, ats dc awallaptop, timer controller dan pompa air dc 12 volt. Hasil penelitian menunjukan aplikasi panel surya sebagai sumber listrik sistem hidroponik dan cara kerja timer controller sebagai pengontrol pompa air, dapat bekerja dengan baik.

Kata kunci: Panel surya, charger controller, Hidroponik, Deep Flow Technique