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The effect of mobile assisted teaching on nursing students' learning ventrogluteal injection application: The case of Turkey
Authors: Biyik Bayram Şule , Özener Gamze , Çakıcı Nilay , Eren Handan , Aydogan Sinan , Öztürk Deniz , Gülnar Emel , Çalışkan Nurcan 
Published: November 2023

AbstractBackgroundThere are deficiencies in ensuring the permanence of some theoretical information taught in nursing education and transferring it to practice environment. Mobile‐assisted teaching can be useful to eliminate deficiencies. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of mobile‐assisted teaching on nursing students' learning ventrogluteal injection.MethodologyThe study was conducted in Turkey between February and June 2022. This study is a single group pre‐posttest intervention. The study sample consisted of 354 students studying in the 2nd, 3rd and 4th grades in Turkey. After the students completed the Introductory Characteristics Form and Ventrogluteal Region Information Suggestion Form in the pre‐test, the researchers sent a ventrogluteal injection animation video to their mobile phones. The students who watched the video completed the Ventrogluteal Region Information Suggestion Form and Mobile Education Activity Form in the final test.Results and ConclusionThere was a statistically significant difference between the pre‐posttest score medians of the students (p < 0.001). While the preference of the students for the ventrogluteal region in intramuscular injection was 28.5% before mobile learning, it increased to 51.1% after the training. In this study, after the training given through mobile learning, the knowledge level of the students about ventrogluteal injection and their preferences for ventrogluteal injection increased. In line with these results, mobile‐assisted education should be used in nursing education.
Bacteria reduction and quality improvement of 3D printed fresh carrots by inner design and moderate microwave treatment
Authors: Zhu Yuanyuan , Fan Dongcui , Bhandari Bhesh , Phuhongsung Pattarapon , Yu Dongxing , Zhang Min 
Published: November 2023

AbstractBacteria reduction and quality change of 3D printed carrots with different infill percentages (%) were studied after being treated with microwave (MW) at three power levels (120, 230, and 390 W). The color, appearance, texture (hardness, chewiness, and gumminess), and total polyphenol contents (TPCs) were comprehensively evaluated. The results showed that infill levels had no effect on bacterial population reduction but significantly affected the appearance of the samples after MW treatment. The total number of colonies (TNCs) were decreased by 0.27–0.68 (120 W, 60 s), 2.24–2.48 (230 W, 60 s), and 4.27–4.54 (390 W, 60 s) log CFU/g under the three MW treatments, respectively. 390 W MW treated achieved a very significant effect on inoculated Escherichia coli, with a death rate of 81.13%. MW treatment enhanced the hardness, chewiness, and TPC of the printed carrots as well as improved sticky mouthfeel without adversely affecting the visual color. The bacterial reduction effect of MW 390 W treatment for 60 s was relatively better. 60% infill sample was the best for the purpose of avoiding surface shrinkage and deformation of low infill samples and surface puffing of high infill samples.Practical applicationsIn this study, fresh vegetables were used for printing and MW sterilization was combined into 3D printing, so as to ensure the microbial safety of 3D printed products and provide technical basis for the sterilization treatment of meat, seafood, and other printed foods susceptible to microbial contamination.
Experimental and simulation studies on blanching and its impact on the drying rate of carrot
Authors: Joshi Ashutosh , Pratihar Anil Kumar 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThis paper presents an experimental and numerical study on the blanching and drying of carrots. Blanching of carrot slices has been performed at four temperature–time combinations. The effect of separating the core and cortex and blanching temperature on the drying rate of carrots has been studied. The blanching process increases the drying rate of carrots. The drying constant for slice, cortex, and core, respectively, has been found to be 22.84%, 24.90%, and 36.94% higher for the samples blanched at 95°C for 5 min, when compared to the unblanched samples. The drying rate also increases with the increase in blanching temperature. The drying constant increases by 37.64% and 109.18% in the case of cortex and core respectively, when compared to the slice. Temperature histories obtained through finite element analysis using ANSYS Fluent software were duly validated with the experiment.Practical applicationsThe effect of separating the core and cortex and blanching temperature on the drying rate of carrots has been studied in this paper. The blanching process increases the drying rate of carrots. The drying rate also increases with the increase in blanching temperature. Blanching further also helps to improve the drying constant. The separation of the cortex and core from the slice also aids in reducing drying time and increasing the drying constant. Thus, it has been concluded that the novel concept of separating the slice into core and cortex combined with blanching resulted in a very significant increase in drying rate which will result in a great saving of time and power input in the drying process.
Shear bond strength characteristics on surface treatment modalities of CAD‐CAM resin polymers
Authors: Sinha Nikita , Thompson Geoffrey A. , Drago Carl , An Hongseok 
Published: November 2023

AbstractPurposeThe purpose of this in vitro study was to analyze the shear bond strength of composite resin to a commercially available high‐performance polymer material for fixed, screw‐retained full arch restorations.Material and MethodsA total of 135 computer‐aided design and computer‐aided manufacturing, high‐performance polymer (HPP) blocks were cut and obtained from discs (Trilor 95, Harvest Dental, Brea, CA). The samples were 10 mm × 10 mm × 10 mm. The specimen surfaces were grouped as untreated (Group A), 50 μm Al2O3 (Group B), 110 μm Al2O3 (Group C), Rocatec (3 M, St. Paul, MN) activated with silica‐modified alumina oxide treatment (Group D); and trimmed coarsely with a carbide bur (Group E). Group A samples were used as controls. After surface treatments, the specimens were gently cleansed with oil‐free steam and alcohol wipes. Surface conditioning was performed on all physically treated samples. The manufacturer's recommendations were followed for bonding composite resin to the samples with light‐cured Visio.link (Bredent, Chesterfield, UK). Cylinders were veneered with composite resins (diameter 5 mm, height 4 mm) and polymerized on the specimen surfaces through plastic tubes. Twenty‐seven specimens were used for each testing group and aging tests were performed. The experimental samples were thermocycled. Shear bond strength and scanning electron microscopic tests were performed. Means and standard deviations were calculated. Statistical analysis was performed with post‐hoc Tukey tests.ResultsStatistical analysis revealed that there was a significant difference between the groups (p<0.001). The highest shear bond strengths were achieved for the specimens bonded with Visio.link without physical surface treatments (270.47 MPa). The lowest bond strengths were found for specimen surfaces abraded with 110 μm Al2O3 (117.03 Mpa)ConclusionsThe results of this laboratory study indicated that the specimens used with Visio.link as provided by the manufacturer had the highest shear bond strengths between the composite resin and high‐performance polymer test specimens. Modifications of the high‐performance polymer surfaces with carbide burs did not change bonding strengths with the composite materials.
Clinical characteristics and risk factors of IgA vasculitis with intussusception and intestinal perforation
Authors: Mu Jing 
Published: November 2023

AimIntussusception is the most common surgical complication of IgA vasculitis (IgAV), and intestinal perforation is usually associated with intussusception. If they are not recognised and treated in a timely manner, serious consequences may occur. The objective is to summarise the clinical features of IgAV complicated by intussusception and intestinal perforation and explore its risk factors.MethodsThe clinical data of 32 patients with IgAV complicated by surgical complications (25 cases of intussusception and 7 cases of intestinal perforation) were retrospectively analysed. A total of 160 IgAV children with gastrointestinal (GI) involvement but without surgical complications were randomly selected as a control group. Binary logistic regression analysis was performed to explore the risk factors for IgAV with intussusception and intestinal perforation.ResultsCompared with the intussusception group, the intestinal perforation group had a significantly higher number of patients with GI symptoms prior to skin purpura and GI bleeding, a significantly higher number of days of abdominal pain, a significantly higher Wong‐Baker score, and a significantly higher white blood cell count. Multivariate logistic regression analysis indicated that age ≤7 years, GI symptoms prior to skin purpura, abdominal pain intensity (Wong‐Baker scale) and timing of glucocorticoid treatment were independent risk factors of IgAV with intussusception and intestinal perforation.ConclusionAge less than 7 years, severe abdominal pain, and GI symptoms prior to skin purpura were risk factors for IgAV with intussusception and intestinal perforation. Early use of glucocorticoids may prevent intussusception and intestinal perforation.
Reconciling guardianship with ownership: Protecting taonga plants, Māori knowledge, and plant variety rights in Aotearoa New Zealand
Authors: Jefferson David J. 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThe Plant Variety Rights Act of Aotearoa New Zealand (PVR Act), recently reformed in 2022, adopts new protections for Indigenous relations with native and culturally significant plants, and for traditional knowledge. The Act specifically aims to protect kaitiaki (guardian or caretaker) relationships that Māori have with taonga (treasured, culturally significant) plant species and mātauranga Māori (Indigenous knowledge) in the PVR system. By taking these reforms into account and examining how they may operate in practice, this article considers whether the PVR Act fulfils the constitutional obligations the government owes to Māori under the Treaty of Waitangi | Te Tiriti o Waitangi framework. In addition to conducting a doctrinal assessment of the revised statute, the article undertakes an intellectual property landscape analysis, revealing how PVR systems, both domestically and overseas, have been used by non‐Māori entities to assert ownership claims to varieties of taonga plants in the past. The article further draws upon a third research methodology, presenting initial results from qualitative interviews conducted with Māori and non‐Māori experts in intellectual property, taonga plants, and mātauranga Māori. Synthesising the results of these three forms of investigation, the article argues that while some of the changes made in the PVR Act support the exercise of partial Māori authority in relation to taonga, it remains to be seen whether the Treaty promise of tino rangatiratanga (chieftainship, sovereignty, or self‐determination) can be fully achieved in the PVR system.
“Pero yo también estoy aprendiendo”: Negotiating expert and novice positions in heritage–second language learner interaction
Authors: Fernández–Dobao Ana 
Published: November 2023

AbstractDrawing on positioning theory and Vygotsky's sociocultural theory of mind, this study analyzes the discursive processes through which expert and novice positions are negotiated in heritage–second language (HL–L2) learner interaction. It examines how positioning practices shape collaboration between HL and L2 learners, determining what types of learning opportunities are created and for whom. Data was collected in a high‐intermediate Spanish language class with 8 HL and 10 L2 learners. As part of their regular course activities, learners completed four collaborative writing tasks in mixed dyads. Three HL–L2 interactions were selected as case studies. The combined analysis of discursive positioning, patterns of interaction, and language‐related episodes showed how expert positions, often assigned to HL learners due to their heritage speaker status, constrain these learners’ access to the linguistic feedback and help needed for HL development. When pre‐established conceptions of linguistic expertise are challenged and HL learners are positioned as language learners, with knowledge to gain, and their L2 partners as equal peers, with knowledge to share, opportunities for HL development expand. The article discusses the research and pedagogical implications of these findings.
Experiences and perspectives of nurses infected with COVID‐19: A qualitative systematic review and meta‐synthesis
Authors: Yao Yue , Zeng Qinglin , Wang Yuqiang , Shi Huijing , Zeng Yanli 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThis qualitative systematic review aims to comprehensively understand the experiences and perspectives of nurses infected with COVID‐19, addressing a significant gap in the current literature. Following the JBI meta‐synthesis approach, a rigorous search was conducted across nine electronic databases and references until January 16, 2023. Seventeen eligible studies underwent quality assessment using the JBI critical checklist. Data were synthesized using standardized tools, and the ConQual tool evaluated confidence in the findings. Seven key findings emerged, providing valuable insights into emotional experiences, adaptation to COVID‐19 challenges, influence of support systems, coping strategies, posttraumatic growth perceptions, and effects on professional identity and career advancement. The findings highlight emotional toll, adaptive strategies, and professional implications for nurses. Moreover, they emphasize the importance of support systems, coping mechanisms, and posttraumatic growth in promoting nurses' well‐being and resilience. These insights have practical implications for targeted interventions and support mechanisms to enhance infected nurses' well‐being and improve healthcare outcomes.
Left atrial appendage occlusion using the LAmbre device in atrial fibrillation patients with a history of ischemic stroke: 1‐Year outcomes from a multicenter study in China
Authors: Bangash Abdul Basit , Li Yuechun , Huang Weijian , Zhong Jingquan , Zheng Hongmei , Zhang Dayong , Zeng Anning , Wang Rui , Zhao Wenbiao , Wang Maojing , Zhao Yu , Yu Lu , Liu Qiang , Jiang Ruhong , Jiang Chenyang , Zhang Jinhua 
Published: November 2023

AbstractBackgroundPatients with non‐valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) and previous stroke have a significantly higher risk of stroke recurrence. This study aimed to examine the safety and efficacy of the LAmbre left atrial appendage occlusion device in NVAF patients with a history of stroke.MethodsWe examined 103 consecutive NVAF patients in 11 Chinese medical centers who had a history of stroke or transient ischemic attacks (TIA) and underwent placement of the LAmbre device. Follow‐up was conducted 1, 3, 6, and 12 months after the procedure. The primary endpoints were the incidence of new ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke, TIA, systemic embolism, or cardiac death. Secondary endpoints were serious perioperative or device‐related complications and cerebral, gastrointestinal, or other bleeding events requiring transfusion of at least 2 units of packed red blood cells.ResultsMean patient age was 67.63 ± 7.14 years; mean CHA2DS2‐VASc score was 4.72 ± 1.18 and mean HAS‐BLED score was 1.90 ± 1.00. LAmbre device placement was successful in 101 patients (98.05%). Mean follow‐up was 12.2 months. Five patients (4.95%) developed a new pericardial effusion after the procedure; none required treatment. Eighty‐six patients (85.15%) exhibited no peri‐device leak (PDL). However, 13 (12.8%) had a small (0–3 mm) PDL and two (2.3%) had a moderate PDL (3–5 mm). One recurrent stroke occurred during follow‐up (1.1%). No other complications occurred.ConclusionsThis multicenter study shows the safety and efficacy of LAmbre left atrial appendage occlusion for NVAF patients with a history of stroke or TIA.
CRISPR/Cas9‐mediated mutations of FANTASTIC FOUR gene family for creating early flowering mutants in tomato
Authors: Shang Lele , Tao Jinbao , Song Jianwen , Wang Yaru , Zhang Xingyu , Ge Pingfei , Li Fangman , Dong Haiqiang , Gai Wenxian , Grierson Donald , Ye Zhibiao , Zhang Yuyang 
Published: November 2023

SummaryFlowering time is of great agricultural importance and the timing and extent of flowering usually determines yield and availability of flowers, fruits and seeds. Identification of genes determining flowering has important practical applications for tomato breeding. Here we demonstrate the roles of the FANTASTIC FOUR (FAF) gene family in regulating tomato flowering time. In this plant‐specific gene family, SlFAF1/2a shows a constitutive expression pattern during the transition of the shoot apical meristem (SAM) from vegetative to reproductive growth and significantly influences flowering time. Overexpressing SlFAF1/2a causes earlier flowering compared with the transformations of other genes in the FAF family. SlFAF1/2c also positively regulates tomato flowering, although to a lesser extent. The other members of the SlFAF gene family, SlFAF1/2b, SlFAF3/4a and SlFAF3/4b, are negative regulators of tomato flowering and faf1/2b, faf3/4a and faf3/4b single mutants all display early flowering. We generated a series of early flowering mutants using the CRISPR/Cas9 editing system, and the faf1/2b faf3/4a faf3/4b triple mutant flowering earliest compared with other mutants. More importantly, these mutants show no adverse effect on yield. Our results have uncovered the role of the FAF gene family in regulating tomato flowering time and generated early flowering germplasms for molecular breeding.
Evaluation of serial monitoring of donor‐specific antibodies in pediatric and adult intestinal/multivisceral transplant recipients
Authors: Klein Kelsey , Keck Megan , Langewisch Eric , Merani Shaheed , Hitchman Kelley , Leick Mary 
Published: November 2023

AbstractBackgroundThe study purpose was to add to limited literature assessing anti‐HLA donor‐specific antibody (DSA) appearance, clearance, specificity, and impact in intestinal/multivisceral (MV) transplant as well as the value of serial monitoring following an institutional protocol shift implementing serial monitoring.MethodsThis single‐center retrospective review included intestinal/MV recipients transplanted 1/1/15–9/31/17 with completed DSA testing. Patients were divided into groups based on DSA presence post‐transplant. The primary outcome was biopsy‐proven acute rejection (BPAR). Secondary outcomes included graft loss and death. Descriptive analysis of DSA was completed.ResultsOf the 35 intestinal/MV recipients (60% pediatric) with DSA testing, 24 patients had post‐transplant DSA. Fifteen patients in the DSA(+) group had T‐cell‐mediated BPAR versus five in the DSA(−) group (63% vs 45%, p = .47). Days to BPAR were 25 [IQR 19–165] (DSA(+) group) versus 232 [IQR 25.5–632.5] (DSA(−) group) (p = .066). There were no differences between groups for graft loss or death. One hundred and five DSA were identified in the DSA(+) group with 63% being class II, and 54% cleared during follow‐up. DSA were directed against 50 different HLA alleles, with the most common being directed against HLA‐ DQ (35%). Time to first DSA and to clearance did not differ between class I and II.ConclusionFindings confirm previous data that suggest post‐transplant DSA in this population may lead to increased BPAR or shorter time to BPAR, although not statistically significant. Most DSA were identified within the first month after transplant, and ahead of rejection identification on biopsy. DSA therefore may have utility as an early rejection biomarker and use may be considered in place of early protocol biopsies, particularly in pediatric patients. We identified novel findings of DSA directed against a large breadth of HLA in intestinal/MV patients.
Improving chilled and frozen buck sperm characteristics by adding melatonin and L‐carnitine to the preservation medium
Authors: Abd El‐Hamid Ibrahim S. 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThis study evaluated the effects of melatonin (MLT) and L‐carnitine supplementation on sperm quality and antioxidant capacity during chilled and cryopreservation. Twenty‐four ejaculates were collected from six Damascus bucks, 4 ejaculates each, from mid‐September to mid‐October 2022. The pooled semen from each collecting session was divided into 5 equal aliquots after being diluted (1:10) with Tris‐citric acid egg yolk extender. The first aliquot served as a control (treatment‐free). MLT was added to the second and third aliquots at low and high doses (LD: 4 and HD: 8 μL/mL) (v/v), respectively, while L‐carnitine (LC) was added to the fourth and fifth aliquots at the same aforementioned doses. The aliquots were stored at 4°C for 48 h to assess sperm physical and morphological characteristics, alongside lipids peroxidase (LP) production and glutathione peroxidase (GPX) activity. The optimum doses of MLT and LC that showed potential for maintaining sperm characteristics throughout the chilled storage period were further investigated for protecting the spermatozoa after exposure to cryopreservation stress compared to the control. The results showed higher sperm motility (%) in the MLT‐HD group, higher (p ≤ .05) sperm viability (%) in the MLT‐LD, and both aliquots of LC at T24 hours of chilled preservation. Normal sperm (%) was higher (p ≤ .05) in both LC‐LD and MLT‐LD groups than other groups, while sperm acrosome integrity (%) was higher (p ≤ .05) in the LC‐LD group. Morphological abnormalities (%) were improved (p ≤ .05) in all treated aliquots compared with control. The mean value of GPX activity was higher (p ≤ .05) in both MLT groups, while the concentration of LP increased (p ≤ .05) in the LC‐HD or control groups. Furthermore, supplementing buck sperm medium with 4 μL/mL of MLT or LC improved (p < .05) the sperm characteristics and decreased (p < .05) DNA fragmentation index after thawing.
Disparate incarceration rates of foreign citizens in Europe compared to Anglo‐Saxon countries
Authors: Cohn Ellen G. , Coccia Mario , Kakar Suman 
Published: November 2023

AbstractWhile the relationship between immigration and crime has been the focus of international research, particularly in Europe and North America, less attention has been paid to different rates of incarceration of foreign citizens between countries. Using data from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime on persons held in prison between 2015 and 2019, this study examines the impact of nationality on incarceration rates. The principal findings suggest, in most European countries, a significantly higher rate of foreign citizens held in prison compared to non‐immigrants. Conversely, the four Anglo‐Saxon countries studied here (Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and the United States of America) did not demonstrate such a high rate of disparity compared to non‐immigrants. These results suggest the need to further identify the sociocultural and institutional factors that generate these differences between countries in order to develop equitable criminal justice systems across European and Anglo‐Saxon countries.