bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Predictors of help-seeking behaviors in women with urinary incontinence: Based on Iranian women’s lens
Authors: Rashidi Fakari Fahimeh , Hajian Sepideh , Darvish Soodabeh , Alavi Majd Hamid 
Published: August 2023

Urinary incontinence has an undeniable impact on the quality of life of affected women; however, talking about incontinence is not comfortable for many women, and they often hide it and do not seek treatment. Predictors affecting women’s decisions to seek treatment in communities can be different. This study was designed to identify predictors of help-seeking behaviors among Iranian women with urinary incontinence.

Methods
This cross-sectional, analytical study was conducted on 199 women with urinary incontinence who met the inclusion criteria by convenience sampling from the beginning of 2020 to the middle of 2021. The Incontinence Severity Index, Bradley’s Questionnaire for Urinary Incontinence Diagnosis, Medical Embarrassment Questionnaires, Brief-Illness Perception Questionnaire, Incontinence Quality of Life Questionnaire, Barrier to Incontinence Care Seeking Questionnaire, Medical Help Seeking Scale, and Medical Outcomes Study Social Support Survey were all self-administered data collection tools used in this study. Multiple linear regression was used to investigate the relationship and prediction of help-seeking behaviors by other variables. To analyze the data, SPSS software version 20 was used.

Results
The variables of shame, barriers to care, social support, quality of life, and age were found to be predictors of help-seeking behavior in the research population of women with urinary incontinence. Help-seeking had a direct relationship with quality of life and an inverse relationship with other factors. Among these factors, shame has the greatest impact (P = 0/001, β = - 0/37).

Conclusions
The extracted predictors, especially the variable of "shame" as the most important negative factor related to the treatment decisions of women with urinary incontinence, will help to health service providers to take into account these factors in the regular service provision programs that promote women’s health, which are effective in facilitating the help-seeking of sufferers and correct guidance towards treatment or rehabilitation.
Kinetics Study of Leaching Ore Nickel Laterite Using Hydrochloric Acid in Atmosphere Pressure
Authors: Wahab Wahab , Deniyatno Deniyatno , Saranga Marthines , Supriyatna Yayat Iman 
Published: August 2023

Leaching of nickel laterite ore at atmospheric pressure is a leaching method that can be operated at >100⁰C temperatures in an atmospheric pressure, which is applicable to a low-grade laterite ore. This research aimed to study the effect of temperature, acid concentration, and leaching time on nickel extraction percentage and the leaching kinetics. Hydrochloric acid (HCl) was used as a leaching agent and several variables were applied, i.e., temperature (80⁰C, 90⁰C, 100⁰C), HCL concentration (5 M, 6 M, 7 M), and leaching duration (120 minutes, 150 minutes, 180 minutes) to investigate their effect on nickel extraction percentage. In addition, the kinetics of the leaching process was studied using a Shrinking Core Model. The results showed that the percentage of nickel extraction increased with increasing temperature, HCl concentration, and leaching time. The lowest percentage of nickel extraction of 51.29% was obtained when 80⁰C, five molar HCl, and 120 minutes leaching duration were applied. In contrast, The highest percentage of nickel extraction of 97.22% was obtained at 100⁰C, seven molar HCl, and 180 minutes of leaching time. The kinetics study results show that diffusion through the unreacted solid product layer controls the nickel leaching rate.
Prozesse und Produkte
Authors: Haps Silke 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
In the mid-1950s the Hoesch steel company invested in the diversification of its products and started to develop plastic-coated steel. This composite material was named Platal, meaning ›plated steel‹. The trademark was registered in the early 1930s and is valid until today; production in the post-war era ranged from powder compacts and containers for the chemical industry to construction elements for prefabricated houses. During a phase of generally intensified advertised building with prefabricated elements in West Germany in the late 1950s/early 1960s, Hoesch started cooperative ventures with companies, engineers and architects experienced in system construction, like Ernst Neufert, and to expand existing production facilities. This chapter discusses the planning, decision-making and production processes of these prefabricated houses from a material and fabrication point of view.
Methodological considerations in determining sex steroids in children: comparison of conventional immunoassays with liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry
Authors: Ankarberg-Lindgren Carina , Becker Charlotte , Svala Emilia , Ryberg Henrik 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Objectives
In laboratory medicine, external quality assessment (EQA) schemes have become versatile tools for detecting analytical flaws. However, EQA schemes are lacking for pediatric sex steroid levels. We aimed to investigate the suitability of different estradiol and testosterone immunoassays in a pediatric setting in comparison with clinical liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) assays.

Methods
The study was conducted by staff and the advisory group on endocrinology at Equalis, the Swedish provider of EQA schemes for laboratory medicine. The test material consisted of five pooled serum samples from children who were either prepubertal or in puberty. Clinical laboratories enrolled in Equalis EQA schemes for estradiol and testosterone were invited to participate, as were clinical laboratories using LC-MS/MS-assays. Samples were analyzed by either routine immunoassays (n=18) or in-house LC-MS/MS assays (n=3).

Results
For estradiol, LC-MS/MS assays showed a high degree of conformity with interlaboratory coefficients of variation (CV) below 24.2 %. Reported levels were between 4.9 ± 1.2 and 33.9 ± 1.6 pmol/L (group mean ± standard deviation). The direct immunoassays had lower precision; their CVs were up to 81.4 %. Reported concentrations were between 25.3 ± 18.1 and 45.7 ± 19.4 pmol/L, an overestimation compared to LC-MS/MS. Testosterone LC-MS/MS also showed a high degree of conformity, CVs were below 13.4 %, and reported concentrations were from 0.06 ± 0.00 to 1.00 ± 0.11 nmol/L. The direct immunoassays had a larger discrepancy between results; CVs were up to 95.8 %. Concentrations were between 0.12 ± 0.11 and 0.85 ± 0.23 nmol/L.

Conclusions
For the safe diagnosis and determination of sex steroids in children, analysis with mass spectrometry-based methods is recommended.
Planting spacing influences radial variation of basic density and chemical composition of wood from fast growing young Eucalyptus plantations
Authors: Pimenta Emanuella Mesquita , Brito Emilly Gracielly dos Santos , Gomes Paola Freitas , Ramalho Fernanda Maria Guedes , Vidaurre Graziela Baptista , Couto Allan Motta , Campoe Otávio Camargo , Hein Paulo Ricardo Gherardi 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Planting spacing plays an important role in tree growth and wood formation. Thus, the aim of this study was to determinate how planting spacing and genetic material affect the radial variation of basic density and chemical composition of wood. The sampling of this study was based on 4 clones of Eucalyptus urophylla × Eucalyptus grandis at 5 years of age planted in four spacings (3 × 1, 3 × 2, 3 × 3 and 3 × 4 m). To determine the basic density (BD), extractive (EXT) and lignin (LT) content, wood discs were removed at breast height, which were sectioned in three radial positions (pith, intermediate and sapwood). The results showed that genetic material, planting spacing and radial position affected the values of BD, EXT and LT content. The BD and EXT content tended to increase with increased planting spacing, while the LT content tended to decrease. In relation to the radial variation, the basic density showed an increase in the pith-bark direction, while the EXT content showed a decrease in this direction. For LT, no significant difference was observed in the pith-bark direction. In general, the largest planting spacings promoted the highest rates of variation of the properties studied.
Urban and peri-urban bats (Mammalia: Chiroptera) in Manizales, Colombia: exploring a conservation area in sub-Andean and Andean ecosystems
Authors: Rosero-Taramuel Janeira Liseth , Mejía-Fontecha Ingrith Yuliany , Marín-Ramírez Alexandra , Marín-Giraldo Valentina , Ramírez-Chaves Héctor E. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
In Colombia, 217 bat species have been recorded of which at least 22 species occur in Andean and sub-Andean ecosystems. To evaluate the richness of bats in an Andean elevational range at the Municipality of Manizales, Central Andes of Colombia, we performed surveys supplemented with incidental captures from 2018 to 2022 at different urban and peri-urban areas, and reviewed specimens in biological collections. We evaluated the perception and knowledge that local people have about bats using an online survey. We reported 33 species in the study area. Phyllostomidae showed the highest richness (20 species), followed by Vespertilionidae (11 species), and Molossidae (2 species). For the survey, we obtained responses from 219 people who showed a good knowledge about bats and their ecological importance. We did not find significant differences between ages and levels of schooling in the perception about bats. Our results highlight the relevance of conserving the green areas of Manizales and the need for environmental education programs to reduce possible bat-human conflicts and negative perceptions. Manizales has the potential as an Area of Importance for the Conservation of Bats, due to its high bat richness and that reproduction is occurring within the study area.
A Note on Special Subsets of the Rudin-Frolík Order for Regulars
Authors: Jureczko Joanna 
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT
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Memoryless Properties on Time Scales
Authors: Cuchta Tom , Niichel Robert J. 
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT
The classical memoryless property is well-known to induce the geometric distribution for discrete random variables and the exponential distribution for continuous random variables. When the range of the random variable is just an arbitrary closed subset of the real line, significant difficulties arise as to the interpretation of the memoryless property itself. Multiple proposals have been made, and we explore their consequences. In particular, we consider whether a given definition of “memoryless” will induce a specific distribution.
A New Series Space Derived by Absolute Generalized Nörlund Means
Authors: Güleç Canan Hazar 
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT
In a way different from traditional methods, recently, new series spaces have been established by using absolute summability methods. Among these absolute summability methods, the absolute generalized Nörlund summability method |N, p

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, and to investigate its topological structure, α-, β- and γ-duals. Beside this, some matrix transformations related to these spaces have been characterized.
Examples of Weinstein Domains in the Complement of Smoothed Total Toric Divisors
Authors: Marinković Aleksandra 
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT
In [ACG+1] and [ACG+2], it is shown that a complement of a neighborhood of a partially smoothed total toric divisor of a closed toric symplectic 4-manifold is a Weinstein domain. In this article, we extend the family of Weinstein domains that can be realized as such complements by producing an infinite family of new examples.
The Uniform Effros Property and Local Homogeneity
Authors: Macías Sergio 
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT
Kathryn F. Porter wrote a nice paper about several definitions of local homogeneity [Local homogeneity, JP Journal of Geometry and Topology 9 (2009), 129–136]. In this paper, she mentions that G. S. Ungar defined a uniformly locally homogeneous space [Local homogeneity, Duke Math. J. 34 (1967), 693–700]. We realized that this notion is very similar to what we call the uniform property of Effros [On Jones’ set function 𝒯 and the property of Kelley for Hausdorff continua, Topology Appl. 226 (2017), 51–65]. Here, we compare the uniform property of Effros with the uniform local homogeneity. We also consider other definitions of local homogeneity given in Porter’s paper and compare them with the uniform property of Effros. We show that in the presence of compactness, the uniform property of Effros is equivalent to uniform local homogeneity and the local homogeneity according to Ho. With this result, we can change the hypothesis of the uniform property of Effros in Jones’ and Prajs’ decomposition theorems to uniform local homogeneity and local homogeneity according to Ho. We add to these two results the fact that the corresponding quotient space also has the uniform property of Effros.
An Extended Gamma-Lindley Model and Inference for the Prediction of Covid-19 in Tunisia
Authors: Masmoudi Afif , Laribi Dorsaf , Boutouria Imen 
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT
In this research paper, we introduce an extension of the Gamma-Lindley distribution using a particular exponentiation of its cumulative distribution function, which offers a more flexible model for lifetime data. Another attractive feature of this extension is that it has several particular cases: Weibull, generalized Pareto, Lindley, exponential and Gamma-Lindley distributions. Different statistical properties of this distribution are explored, such as the density, failure rate and the r
th moments. We attempt to prove that the extended Gamma-Lindley distribution is characterized by its truncated moment of order statistics. One of the main merits of this work lies in the fact that it provides the ability of this characterization to simulate the new distribution compared with the inverse transform sampling method. Estimation of the parameters using the tailed regression method is investigated. The COVID-19 real data evolution in Tunisia illustrates the performance of the EGL distribution compared with its special cases through some criteria such as the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, Mean Squared error and Kullback-Leibler divergence. The predictive ability of the extended Gamma-Lindley distribution proved to provide a better fit to expect the number of deaths by Corona-virus in Tunisia in the future period.
A review of microscopic characterization and related properties of fiber-incorporated cement-based materials
Authors: Han Guansheng , Xiang Jiahao , Lu Shuaijie , Zhou Yu , Tang Qiongqiong , Li Guangzhi , Cheng Zhangjianing , Zhang Tao , Chen Weiqiang , Gao Yuan , Liu Yanming 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC) has apparent benefits over traditional cementitious composites and possesses a great prospect in civil engineering projects. Previous studies reported that fiber admixtures could effectively enhance the mechanical properties, impermeability, and durability of cementitious composites. Nevertheless, the trade-off of the reinforcing efficiency, cost, and properties of the cementitious composites in different aspects has been a challenge in the application of FRC to practical engineering. This article summarizes a review concerning the recent development of FRC enhanced by different fibers and mainly focused on the fiber-reinforcing effects on the microstructure and the corresponding properties of cementitious composites. The addition of a small amount of fiber material has a significant change in the microstructure and related properties of cement-based materials, but the presence of fibers also causes structural damage and other problems. The direction of future development of some cutting-edge technologies such as coating and hybridization methods on fiber modification was concluded to assist further research in FRC. This review will further enhance the understanding of fiber for reinforcing cementitious composites.
Verbraucherschutz aus institutionen- und verhaltensökonomischer Sicht
Authors: Döring Thomas 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
From an economic point of view, there is a consensus that sufficient consumer protection cannot be achieved solely through effective competition policy aimed at limiting the abuse of market power to the detriment of consumers. However, the economic justification for an explicit policy of consumer protection is far less uniform. In the past, the standard approach to explain consumer behavior and to justify government consumer protection derived from information economics. However, the fact that consumer protection based solely on information economics has been repeatedly criticized in recent years points to the need for a broader theoretical foundation of consumer protection policy. Against this background, the article aims at broadening the perspective of an economically based consumer policy by resorting to institutional economic as well as behavioral economic considerations, which will be contrasted with each other in their respective insights.
Hormonal changes in the first 24 postoperative hours after cardiac surgical procedures
Authors: Szécsi Balázs , Tóth Krisztina , Szabó András , Eke Csaba , Szentgróti Rita , Dohán Orsolya , Benke Kálmán , Radovits Tamás , Pólos Miklós , Merkely Béla , Gál János , Székely Andrea 
Published: August 2023

AbstractBackgroundHormone level changes after heart surgeries are a widely observed phenomenon due to neurohormonal feedback mechanisms that may affect postoperative morbidity and mortality. The current study aimed to analyze the changes in thyroid and sex hormones in the first 24 postoperative hours after heart surgery.MethodsThis prospective, observational study (registered on ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT03736499; 09/11/2018) included 49 patients who underwent elective cardiac surgical procedures at a tertiary heart center between March 2019 and December 2019. Thyroid hormones, including thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), triiodothyronine (T3), and thyroxine (T4), and sex hormones, including prolactin (PRL) and total testosterone, were measured preoperatively and at 24 h postoperatively.ResultsSignificant decreases in serum TSH (P < 0.001), T3 (P < 0.001) and total testosterone (P < 0.001) levels were noted, whereas T4 (P = 0.554) and PRL (P = 0.616) did not significantly change. Intensive care unit (ICU) hours (P < 0.001), mechanical ventilation (P < 0.001) and Vasoactive-Inotropic Score (VIS) (P = 0.006) were associated with postoperative T3 level. ICU hours were associated with postoperative T4 level (P = 0.028). Postoperative and delta testosterone levels were in connection with lengths of stay in ICU (P = 0.032, P = 0.010 respectively). Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) scores were associated with thyroid hormone levels and serum testosterone.ConclusionsT3 may represent a marker of nonthyroidal illness syndrome and testosterone may reflect hepatic dysfunction. In addition, PRL may act as a stress hormone in female patients.
CONSIDERAÇÕES DA PERCEPÇÃO DOS CUIDADORES DIANTE DO CUIDADO COM PACIENTES COM ESCLEROSE LATERAL AMIOTRÓFICA
Authors: Cavalcante Thuany Caroline Biazzola , Ferreira Thais da Silva , Costa Jeniffer Ferreira , Lopes Mauricio Santos Martins , Montiel José Maria 
Published: August 2023

Pesquisas voltadas para os cuidadores que atuam com pacientes diagnosticados com Esclerose Lateral Amiotrófica ainda é algo recente. Tendo em vista que desde os primeiros sintomas de ELA até o momento da morte, o paciente e seu cuidador, passam por perturbações emocionais e sociais significativas, das quais contribuem negativamente na qualidade de vida de ambos, o presente estudo teve como objetivo analisar as considerações desses cuidadores para obter melhor compreensão. Os cuidadores principais, em sua maioria mulheres e parentes dos enfermos, apresentaram níveis de sobrecarga percebida e atenção negligenciada a si mesmos. Conclui-se que os cuidadores necessitam de maiores ferramentas que possibilitem a manutenção de seus aspectos psicológicos, gerando maior qualidade de vida.
ATUAÇÃO DA ENFERMAGEM NO MANEJO DE AMOSTRAS RESPIRATÓRIAS PARA O DIAGNÓSTICO DA COVID-19
Authors: Souza Roseli Lino de , Queiroz Edson Alexandre de , Wenceslau Luísa Cristina Crespo 
Published: August 2023

Objetivo: Relatar experiência dos profissionais de enfermagem no manejo de amostras para diagnóstico da COVID-19, atualizando as etapas da coleta até a entrega para análise, além de propor ações de intervenção. Método: Trata-se de relato de experiência a partir das ações desenvolvida por enfermeiros atuantes no Serviço de Atenção Domiciliar que apoiaram as coletas de secreção para investigação da COVID-19. Resultados: A educação permanente, aliada à supervisão do enfermeiro aos procedimentos técnicos, contribuiu para melhorar o processo do manejo das amostras, além de reduzir ansiedade e insegurança dos profissionais. As dificuldades referentes às falhas de registro, alterações cadastrais frequentes e a necessidade de acompanhamento constante das atualizações referentes às orientações técnicas foram superadas através de intervenções constantes. Conclusão: Constata-se que a equipe de enfermagem é parte integrante e responsável pelo processo de coleta, com diversificação de sua atuação, haja vista que tarefas aqui elencadas não são comumente realizadas pela categoria.
PERCEPÇÃO DOS ACADÊMICOS DE ENFERMAGEM SOBRE MONITORIA ACADÊMICA DE BOLSISTAS DO PROGRAMA DE EDUCAÇÃO TUTORIAL
Authors: Nunes de Carvalho Maria Beatriz , Dos Santos Mendes Caroliny Cristine , Alves Monte Geraldo Lucas , Pinheiro Correia Lima Sousa Germana , Fernandes Almeida Christian Raphael , Maciel Rabelo Laís Kelly , Valente Mascarenhas Marina , Fontenele Lima de Carvalho Rhanna Emanuela 
Published: August 2023

Objetivo: Descrever a percepção dos acadêmicos de enfermagem quanto às monitorias ministradas pelos bolsistas do Programa de Educação Tutorial. Método: Estudo descritivo e transversal. Realizado de janeiro de 2019 a junho de 2021, com alunos regularmente matriculados do primeiro ao quinto semestre do curso de Enfermagem de uma universidade pública do Nordeste. Utilizou-se um instrumento que avaliou Didática, Conteúdo, Planejamento, Perfil e Relevância durante a exposição dos conteúdos nos encontros, além de perguntas abertas sobre as monitorias. Os dados foram organizados no Microsoft Excel 2019. As respostas foram apresentadas em frequências simples, organizadas em tabela por domínios. Resultados: Dos 286 alunos que participaram do estudo, 81,42% consideram a didática, conteúdo (89,16%), planejamento (80,93%), perfil (83,91%) e relevância dos bolsistas do Programa de Educação Tutorial (89,85%), satisfatórios. Conclusão: A participação dos bolsistas do Programa de Educação Tutorial como monitores mostrou-se relevante, pois seus pares consideraram as monitorias notoriamente satisfatórias.
Descritores: Tutoria; Enfermagem; Ensino.