bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Lived experiences of caregivers of persons with epilepsy attending an epilepsy clinic at a tertiary hospital, eastern Uganda: A phenomenological approach
Authors: Okiah Lindah , Olowo Samuel , Iramiot Stanely J. , Nekaka Rebecca , Ssenyonga Lydia V. N. 
Published: July 2023

Introduction
Epilepsy has been found to affect caregivers’ quality of life, lifestyle, psychological health, social well-being, and working time. Caregivers in Uganda as in the rest of the world are important in assisting a person with epilepsy in complying with medical directions and are actively involved in communicating with healthcare professionals. Little is known about the lived experiences of caregivers of persons afflicted with epilepsy in Uganda. The purpose of this study was to determine the lived experiences of caregivers of persons with epilepsy attending the epilepsy clinic at Mbale regional referral hospital, eastern Uganda.

Methods and materials
The caregivers’ lived experiences were elicited directly from them and their health workers who work with them in the care of the patients. Forty participants which consisted of 30 caregivers and 10 key informant health workers were selected for the study through purposive sampling. Face-to-face in-depth interviews with an unstructured interview guide were conducted to gather participants’ information. The principal investigator conceptualized the interview guide, the guide was then reviewed by co-investigators, and revised and approved as the final data collection instrument after an extensive and comprehensive literature review. The interview guide comprised two sections; the first section comprised the questions that elicited the participants’ social-demographic information. The second section comprised questions that explored caregivers’ experiences of persons afflicted with epilepsy. Notations were taken and a digital recorder was used purposely for audio recordings. All interviews lasted for an hour and were audio-recorded with the participant’s consent. An inductive thematic analysis was employed and adopted to identify the patterns emerging from the texts.

Results
The caregivers majorly perceived epilepsy as a burden. Four main themes were revealed from the analysis and these are: psychological burdens which included, worries about the future of the patient, being looked down upon; social burdens which entailed, affected public relations, feelings of stigma; an economic burden which included interference with the source of income, affected productivity at work; and physical burdens which included, Feelings of uneasiness and disrupted sleep among others.

Conclusion
The caregivers majorly perceived epilepsy as a serious burden. This burden can be psychological, social, economic, and physical. Therefore, services and plans targeting patients with epilepsy need to consider the burden that caregivers encounter to comprehensively manage epilepsy.
Determinants of undernutrition and overnutrition among reproductive-age women in Bangladesh: Trend analysis using spatial modeling
Authors: Vatsa Richa , Ghimire Umesh , Yasmin Khaleda , Hasan Farhana Jesmine 
Published: July 2023

Background
Bangladesh is facing a dual burden of malnutrition, with high rates of undernutrition and increasing rates of overnutrition. The complex scenario of malnutrition in Bangladesh varies across different regions, making it a challenging public health concern to address.

Objectives
This study analyzes the spatial and temporal dependence of underweight and overweight Bangladeshi women of reproductive age.

Methods
Nationally representative cross-sectional data from the Bangladesh Demographic and Health Surveys in 2014 and 2017–18 were utilized to study the changes in weight status in 15–49-year-old women who were either underweight or overweight. A Bayesian geo-additive regression model was used to account for non-linear and linear effects of continuous and categorical covariates and to incorporate spatial effects of geographical divisions.

Results
The prevalence of overweight or obese women in rural, city corporations, and other urban areas increased significantly over the four years from 2014 to 2017–18. Women in the categories ‘richer’ and ‘richest’ were more likely to be overweight or obese. Women from Sylhet were more likely to be underweight in both survey years; however, the spatial effects were significant for underweight women in Mymensingh for the year 2017–18. Women in Rajshahi and Khulna were more likely to be overweight or obese in 2014, and women from Barishal and Chittagong were more likely to be overweight in the year 2017–18.

Conclusions
Underweight and overweight statuses in women vary unevenly across Bangladesh, with a substantially higher prevalence of overweight or obese women in more urbanized areas. The growing burden of overweight and obesity among Bangladeshi women should be addressed with interventions aimed at those in the reproductive age group.
Improving continence management for people with dementia in the community in Aotearoa, New Zealand: Protocol for a mixed methods study
Authors: Burholt Vanessa , Peri Kathryn , Awatere Sharon , Balmer Deborah , Cheung Gary , Daltrey Julie , Fearn Jaime , Gibson Rosemary , Kerse Ngaire , Lawrence Anna Michele , Moeke-Maxwell Tess , Munro Erica , Orton Yasmin , Pillai Avinesh , Riki Arapera , Williams Lisa Ann 
Published: July 2023

BackgroundThe number of people living with dementia (PLWD) in Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ) was estimated at 96,713 in 2020 and it is anticipated that this number will increase to 167,483 by 2050, including an estimated 12,039 Māori (indigenous people of NZ) with dementia. Experiencing urinary incontinence (UI) or faecal incontinence (FI) is common for PLWD, particularly at the later stages of the disease. However, there is no robust estimate for either prevalence or incidence of UI or FI for PLWD in NZ. Although caregivers rate independent toilet use as the most important activity of daily living to be preserved, continence care for PLWD in the community is currently not systematised and there is no structured care pathway. The evidence to guide continence practice is limited, and more needs to be known about caregiving and promoting continence and managing incontinence for PLWD in the community. This project will seek to understand the extent of the challenge and current practices of health professionals, PLWD, caregivers and family; identify promising strategies; co-develop culturally appropriate guidelines and support materials to improve outcomes; and identify appropriate quality indicators so that good continence care can be measured in future interventions.Methods and analysisA four-phase mixed methods study will be delivered over three years: three phases will run concurrently, followed by a fourth transformative sequential phase. Phase 1 will identify the prevalence and incidence of incontinence for PLWD in the community using a cohort study from standardised home care interRAI assessments. Phase 2 will explore continence management for PLWD in the community through a review of clinical policies and guidance from publicly funded continence services, and qualitative focus group interviews with health professionals. Phase 3 will explore experiences, strategies, impact and consequences of promoting continence and managing incontinence for PLWD in the community through secondary data analysis of an existing carers’ study, and collecting new cross-sectional and longitudinal qualitative data from Māori and non-Māori PLWD and their caregivers. In Phase 4, two adapted 3-stage Delphi processes will be used to co-produce clinical guidelines and a core outcome set, while a series of workshops will be used to co-produce caregiver resources.
Narrative research on the stories about mystery and the spiritual beings of medicinal herbs in ancient China
Authors: Xiao Su 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Objectives
This paper takes the folk stories of ancient Chinese medicinal herbs as the research object, aiming at depicting the understanding of the relationship between human beings and nature, spiritual beings and immortals in the conceptual world of Chinese people.

Methods
Morphological research method is adopted to focus on the text of folk stories and relevant cultural significance.

Results
Since the Tang Dynasty, the records about medicinal herbs becoming spiritual beings and people becoming immortals after consuming them have been widely spread. Among them, three types of stories are the most representative: one is ginseng transforming into an old man or a boy, the other one is tuckahoe transforming into a child, and the last one is the Chinese wolfberry transforming into a dog.

Conclusions
The story of “consuming spiritual beings and becoming immortals” not only reveals the narrative rules of the orderly upgrading from low to high among plants, spiritual beings, human beings, and immortals but also reflects our ancestors' ultimate pursuit of longevity and becoming immortals. Relevant research on this topic could be beneficial to the presentation of the knowledge-generating process of the Chinese ancient folk culture and promote the theoretical construction of Chinese stories.
Computational modelling of the graft-tunnel interaction in single-bundle ACL reconstructed knee
Authors: Zhu Junjun , Zhu Weimin , Zhao Qijie 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Objectives
Tunnel enlargement and graft failure are common complications associated with ACL reconstruction. The mechanical interaction between the graft and the tunnel aperture may play a more important role. This study aims to evaluate graft position within femoral tunnel and the graft force under external loads.

Methods
An FE model of the femur-graft-tibia complex was constructed from CT images of an anatomically reconstructed knee specimen. The model was subjected to kinematics of passive flexion extension, anterior/posterior translation, internal/external rotation and valgus kinematics, which were collected from experimental testing. Graft shift and rotation of graft-tunnel contact region during flexion/extension and external loadings were recorded and compared to experimental measurements.

Results
Model showed that the graft shifted in the femoral tunnel during flexion and under external loads. The graft-tunnel contact area rotated by up to 55° during flexion from full extension to 90° of extension implying that the so-called “wiper effect” occurs during most of flexion angles.

Conclusions
Different regions of the femoral tunnel aperture, particularly the anterior region, were under significantly more contact force from the graft than other areas of the aperture during the anterior translation test, potentially leading to femoral tunnel enlargement to the anterior side of the aperture.
Uncertainty in measurement and the renal tubular reabsorption of phosphate
Authors: Farrance Ian , Frenkel Robert , Choy Kay Weng 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Objectives
The ratio of tubular maximum reabsorption of phosphate to glomerular filtration rate (TmP/GFR) is used to evaluate renal phosphate transport. TmP/GFR is most probably calculated using the formula described by Kenny and Glen or obtained from the nomogram described by Walton and Bijvoet. Even though the calculation itself is well described, no attention has been given to its measurement uncertainty (MU). The aim of this study is to provide a procedure for evaluating the MU of the Kenny and Glen formula; a procedure which is based on the Evaluation of measurement data – Guide to the expression of uncertainty in measurement (GUM).

Methods
TmP/GFR is a quantity value calculated from the input of measured values for serum (plasma) phosphate and creatinine, plus measured values of urine phosphate and creatinine. Given the measurement uncertainty associated with these input quantities, the GUM describes the mathematical procedures required to determine the uncertainty of the calculated TmP/GFR. From a medical laboratory perspective, these input uncertainties are the standard deviations of the respective internal quality control estimates for serum and urine phosphate, plus serum and urine creatinine.

Results
Based on representative measurements for the input quantities and their associated standard uncertainties, the expanded relative uncertainty for a calculated TmP/GFR is approximately 3.0–4.5 %.

Conclusions
With the continued relevance of the TmP/GFR procedure and the use of creatinine clearance as an estimate of GFR, the addition of an uncertainty estimate is important as an adjunct to this diagnostic procedure.
A new control method for the steadiness of electric vehicles with 2-motor in rear and front wheels
Authors: Mousaei Arash , Peng Huei 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
In this article, a new control method is proposed for the stability of Electrical Vehicles (EVs) with 2-motor wheels. This control method provides an optimized limit for the torque levels that produced by the front and rear motors, proportional to the road surface condition, to prevent the vehicle from slipping. In addition, a fuzzy logic-based braking system is proposed to improve vehicle performance during deceleration. The vehicle is described by the model with three degrees of freedom, which provide good accuracy. The tires are modeled according to the magic formula. To evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed method, simulations were performed in the ©MATLAB. The conclusions show that the proposed control method can well maintain the steadiness of the EV on dry and slippery roads when driving straight, accelerating or decelerating, and turning. This will prevent the vehicle from slipping and locking the wheels.
Analyses of the effects of fiber diameter, fiber fibrillation, and fines content on the pore structure and capillary flow using laboratory sheets of regenerated fibers
Authors: Helbrecht Christiane , Langhans Markus , Meckel Tobias , Biesalski Markus , Schabel Samuel 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
The aim of this work is to investigate the influence of fiber fibrillation and fines on the pore structure of well-defined regenerated fiber sheets as well as the water flow through the sheet. For this purpose, sheets were produced with refined, fibrillated fibers only, with unfibrillated fibers and fines, as well as with fibrillated fibers and fines. Next, the samples were analyzed by brightfield and fluorescence microscopy, mercury porosimetry, and an ascending test. Both the fibrils and the added fines reach into the pores between the fibers or are deposited there. As a result, pore size decreases and capillary flow slows down. The two effects overlap when the fiber surface is fibrillated and fines are present. Sheets with thicker fibers form a pore structure with larger pores in between the fibers. However, such a change in pore size has no significant influence on the flow of water through the sheet in the performed ascending tests. It is shown that a statistical model with the parameters fibrillation and fines content can be used to describe the ascending rate nearly as well as the Lucas–Washburn equation. Consequently, the equation could be improved by the addition of further fiber and sheet properties.
From the Archival Bond to the Informational Bond
Authors: Pacheco André , Silva Carlos Guardado da 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
The archival bond is the embodiment of the relationships shared amongst records generated in the course of the same activity, by the same creator. It has been one of the key governing principles of the archival profession since its inception. At the heart of this concept is the notion that records only acquire meaning and identity in the context of the aggregation they originally belong to. This interpretation has been guided by an analog worldview of archives in which creators, activities, and fonds are easily delimited constructs. With the digitalization of recordkeeping, these boundaries are meshed in favor of more fluid processes that prioritize the flow and recombination of information across several systems and classification schemes. This article attempts to revisit the concept of archival bond under the light of the current information paradigm with the goals of examining its fundamental notions, discussing its application and limitations. The methodology is qualitative and relies on documentary research. A literature review on the archival bond is conducted through the consultation of Web of Science and Scopus databases. As an expansion of the archival bond, a novel concept of informational bond is suggested as an attempt to more accurately capture the context of digital information and to reinforce the trustworthiness of archival representations.
Political evaluation of tourism impacts on residents and their domain – Conceptual considerations and a call for an imperative and freedom-based perspective
Authors: Vogler Ralf 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Tourism policy traditionally focuses on the nexus of tourist-resident interaction and has the duty to balance the often-conflicting interests. In policy practice and academia alike, the evaluation of the nexus seems to be dominated by utilitarian ideas and concepts focusing on the objective outcome. This perspective is closely linked to a Hegelian-induced philosophy of an objective mind. In contrast to that, the paper advocates for an imperative-based perspective, as proposed by Kant, to ensure a more humanistic approach. To facilitate that approach, it derives the ideas from the legal science technique of practical concordance to balance the freedoms and interests of all parties involved without proclaiming superior knowledge.
PENGGUNAAN MEDIA SOSIAL SEBAGAI MEDIUM DAKWAH ISLAM DALAM KALANGAN PENDUDUK KAMPUNG BESERAH, KUANTAN, PAHANG
Authors: Mohd Mokhtarishah Bin Mohamed Mokhtar  , Hasmadi bin Hassan  
Published: July 2023

This writing aims to identify the use of social media for preaching purposes. This study is proposed after seeing the rapidity of the use of social media as a da'wah medium and the spread of free da'wah without control through social media which is feared to invite confusion, deception, the spread of heresy and extremism. The community is worried about the validity of the content of the preaching message and is not yet satisfied with its quality. Therefore, this study has the opportunity to see the extent of the use of social media as a da'wah medium and the implications of the da'wah message obtained from social media. A study sample of 100 respondents consisting of residents of Kampung Beserah, Kuantan. A set of questionnaires containing 46 items was constructed by the researcher based on the research sources and was distributed to the respondents. While the data obtained was analyzed using the software "Statistical Packages For Social Sciences" (SPSS) version 23.0. Data analysis is done by using descriptive statistics ie percentage, mean and stan dard deviation to answer the research questions. While inferential statistics namely one-way Anova, t-test and correlation are used to test the research hypotheses. The results of this study are expected to contribute to identifying the use of social media as a da'wah medium and to further improve the content and quality of da'wah messages to be adapted in daily life.

Penulisan ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti penggunaan media sosial untuk tujuan berdakwah. Kajian ini dicadangkan setelah melihat kerancakan penggunaan media sosial sebagai medium dakwah dan penularan dakwah bebas tanpa terkawal melalui media sosial yang dikhuatiri boleh mengundang kekeliruan, terpedaya, penyebaran ajaran sesat dan fahaman ekstremisme. Masyarakat bimbang dengan kesahihan kandungan mesej dakwah dan belum berpuashati dengan kualitinya. Oleh itu, kajian ini berpeluang melihat sejauh mana tahap penggunaan media sosial sebagai medium dakwah dan implikasi mesej dakwah yang diperolehi daripada media sosial. Sampel kajian seramai 100 responden yang terdiri daripada penduduk Kampung Beserah, Kuantan. Satu set soal selidik yang mengandungi 46 item dibina oleh penyelidik berdasarkan sumber-sumber kajian dan telah diedarkan kepada responden. Manakala data yang diperolehi telah dianalisis menggunakan perisian “Statistical Packages For Social Sciences” (SPSS) versi 23.0. Penganalisaan data dibuat dengan menggunakan statistik deskriptif iaitu peratusan, min dan sisihan lazim bagi menjawab persoalan kajian. Sementara statistik inferensi iaitu Anova sehala, ujian-t dan kolerasi digunakan untuk menguji hipotesis-hipotesis kajian. Hasil dapatan kajian ini diharapkan dapat menyumbang kepada mengenalpasti penggunaan media sosial sebagai medium dakwah dan mempertingkatkan lagi kandungan dan kualiti mesej dakwah untuk diadaptasi dalam kehidupan seharian.
“Circle of good” included the new nosology in its list
Authors: Editorial Article 
Published: July 2023

Экспертный совет фонда «Круг добра» включил в перечень нозологий новое заболевание — юношеский идиопатический сколиоз — и утвердил финансирование уникального метода лечения «Хирургическая коррекция тяжелых сколиотических деформаций позвоночника у детей с идиопатическим сколиозом с применением технологии активной оптической трехмерной компьютерной навигации».
Definite Formulae, Negation-as-Failure, and the Base-Extension Semantics of Intuitionistic Propositional Logic
Authors: Gheorghiu Alexander V. , Pym David J. 
Published: July 2023

Proof-theoretic semantics (P-tS) is the paradigm of semantics in which meaning in logic is based on proof (as opposed to truth). A particular instance of P-tS for intuitionistic propositional logic (IPL) is its base-extension semantics (B-eS). This semantics is given by a relation called support, explaining the meaning of the logical constants, which is parameterized by systems of rules called bases that provide the semantics of atomic propositions. In this paper, we interpret bases as collections of definite formulae and use the operational view of them as provided by uniform proof-search—the proof-theoretic foundation of logic programming (LP)—to establish the completeness of IPL for the B-eS. This perspective allows negation, a subtle issue in P-tS, to be understood in terms of the negation-as-failure protocol in LP. Specifically, while the denial of a proposition is traditionally understood as the assertion of its negation, in B-eS we may understand the denial of a proposition as the failure to find a proof of it. In this way, assertion and denial are both prime concepts in P-tS.