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Saul and David, Israel and Judah: The Book of Samuel as Paradigmatic History
Authors: Germany Stephen 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
This study makes the case that within the books of Samuel-Kings as a whole, the book of Samuel presents two nested iterations of paradigmatic history, each of which anticipates the subsequent monarchic history with a distinct thematic focus. The more detailed of these two iterations—the story of Saul’s and David’s reigns in 1 Sam 9– 2 Sam 24—typologically anticipates the subsequent history of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah as narrated in 1 Kgs 12–2 Kgs 25. This paradigmatic “preview” of the fates of Israel and Judah is further condensed in the stories about Eli and Samuel in 1 Sam 1–8, which anticipate elements from 1 Sam 9–2 Sam 24, the book of Kings, and beyond.
Moabite Ethnicity and Territorial Claims in the Mesha Stele (and the Hebrew Bible)
Authors: Thambyrajah Jonathan A. 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
This article seeks to clarify the use of “Dibonite” over “Moabite” in the Mesha Stele. To do so, it considers Mesha’s rhetoric, particularly as it pertains to ethnic divisions within the text. It also compares the rhetoric about Moab found in the Mesha Stele with the rhetoric found in the Hebrew Bible.
The Official Indonesian Qurʾān Translation
Authors: Lukman Fadhli 
Published: October 2022

This book studies the political and institutional project of Al-Qur’an dan Terjemahnya, the official translation of the Qurʾān into Indonesian by the Indonesian government. It investigates how the translation was produced and presented, and how it is read, as well as considering the implications of the state’s involvement in such a work.
Lukman analyses the politicisation of the Qurʾān commentary through discussion of how the tafsīr mechanism functions in this version, weighing up the translation’s dual constraints: the growing political context, on the one hand, and the tafsīr tradition on the other. In doing so, the book pays attention to three key areas: the production phase, the textual material, and the reception of the translation by readers.
This book will be of value to scholars with an interest in tafsīr studies, modern and Southeast Asian or Indonesian tafsīr sub-fields, the study of Qurʾān translations, and Indonesian politics and religion more broadly.
Rapid Response of the Norwegian Atlantic Slope Current to Wind Forcing
Authors: Brown Nicola Jane , Mauritzen Cecilie , Li Camille , Madonna Erica , Isachsen Pål Erik , LaCasce J. H. 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
We explore drivers of variability in the Norwegian Atlantic Slope Current, which carries relatively warm Atlantic Water toward the Barents Sea and Arctic Ocean, using Copernicus Marine Environment Monitoring Service (CMEMS) satellite altimetry data and TOPAZ4 ocean reanalysis data. Previous studies have pointed to a variety of causes, on a variety of time scales. We use data with daily resolution to investigate day-to-day changes in ocean transport across three sections crossing the shelf-slope of Norway (Svinøy, Gimsøy, and the Barents Sea Opening). The highest (lowest) extremes in transport at all sections develop over two days as a cyclonic (anticyclonic) atmospheric pressure system approaches from the southwest, piling up (extracting) water at the coast of Norway. The actual peak is reached when the pressure system passes the site of measurement, and the transport then relaxes for the next two days as the system continues northward along the coast. Other sources of short-term variability, such as propagating continental shelf waves and baroclinic instability, are unlikely to yield covariability over large separations. Monthly variability in the current can also be explained by passing weather systems since their numbers and intensity vary greatly from month to month. Many studies of longer-term variability, especially in the Barents Sea Opening, have pointed to the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) as the main cause of variability. Our results show that passing weather systems offer a better explanation of month-to-month variability.
Modeling Human Steering Behavior in Haptic Shared Control of Autonomy-Enabled Unmanned Ground Vehicles
Authors: Li Chen , Cole Michael , Jayakumar Paramsothy , Ersal Tulga 
Published: October 2022

Objective A human steering model for teleoperated driving is extended to capture the human steering behavior in haptic shared control of autonomy-enabled Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs). Background Prior studies presented human steering models for teleoperation of a passenger-sized Unmanned Ground Vehicle, where a human is fully in charge of driving. However, these models are not applicable when a human needs to interact with autonomy in haptic shared control of autonomy-enabled UGVs. How a human operator reacts to the presence of autonomy needs to be studied and mathematically encapsulated in a module to capture the collaboration between human and autonomy. Method Human subject tests are conducted to collect data in haptic shared control for model development and validation. The ACT-R architecture and two-point steering model used in the previous literature are adopted to predict the operator’s desired steering angle. A torque conversion module is developed to convert the steering command from the ACT-R model to human torque input, thus enabling haptic shared control with autonomy. A parameterization strategy is described to find the set of model parameters that optimize the haptic shared control performance in terms of minimum average lane keeping error (ALKE). Results The model predicts the minimum ALKE human subjects achieve in shared control. Conclusions The extended model can successfully predict the best haptic shared control performance as measured by ALKE. Application This model can be used in place of human operators, enabling fully simulation-based engineering, in the development and evaluation of haptic shared control technologies for autonomy-enabled UGVs, including control negotiation strategies and autonomy capabilities.
COVID-19: Social Distancing and Physical Activity in United Kingdom Residents With Visual Impairments
Authors: Strongman Clare , Swain Patrick , Chung Henry , Merzbach Viviane , Gordon Dan 
Published: October 2022

Introduction: The introduction of the COVID-19 lockdown and social distancing policy has the potential to restrict access to physical activity, change exercise behavior, and to increase sedentary behavior. This study was conducted with the support of British Blind Sport and evaluates the effect of the lockdown policy on adults with visual impairments in the United Kingdom (UK). Methods: An online survey based on the World Health Organization’s Global Physical Activity Questionnaire was completed by 73 participants (median age 35–44 years, 59% female) to gain information on how the implementation of the lockdown policy by the UK government has affected physical activity and sedentary behavior in adults that are visually impaired. Paired sample t-tests and Wilcoxon signed rank tests were used to analyze continuous and Likert scale data, respectively. Results: The majority of participants continued to exercise during lockdown, but the nature of this activity altered with a significant change to exercising in a private indoor space (+190% (always), z = −3.871, p < 0.001), and those exercising alone (+118% (always), z = −2.595, p = 0.009). The volume of activity reduced in all cases, between −11% and −52%, with significant changes in duration of vigorous day-to-day activity, moderate day-to-day activity, travel by foot or cycle, and vigorous recreational activity. Sedentary behavior increased on average by 21% ( t(59) = −2.050, p = 0.045), with a greater effect seen in females (+36%, t(35) = −2.525, p = 0.016). Discussion: Reductions in physical activity volume and increases in sedentary behavior are consequences of the UK lockdown for those with visual impairments. The health and well-being implications of these data to this specific population are of particular concern. Implications for Practitioners: Lockdown measures should be designed with consideration of the needs of people with disabilities. Innovative ways to engage these populations in physical activity are strongly encouraged.
Effect of vitamin A supplementation on the outcome severity of COVID-19 in hospitalized patients: A pilot randomized clinical trial
Authors: Somi Mohammad Hossein , Faghih Dinevari Masood , Taghizadieh Ali , Varshochi Mojtaba , Sadeghi Majd Elham , Abbasian Samaneh , Nikniaz Zeinab 
Published: October 2022

Introduction Vitamin A is one of the vitamins that is suggested as adjuvant therapy in viral infections due to its immune enhancing role. In the present clinical trial, we intended to assess the effect of vitamin A supplementation on Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) in hospitalized patients. Methods The present pilot randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted on 30 hospitalized patients with COVID-19. Patients in the intervention group received 50000 IU/day intramuscular vitamin A for a maximum of two weeks. Patients in the control group continued their common treatment protocols. All participants were followed up until discharge from the hospital or death. The primary outcome of the study was time to achieve clinical response based on the six classes of an ordinal scale. Time to clinical response was calculated based on the days needed to improve two scores on the scale or patient's discharge. Results The time to clinical response was not significantly different between the two groups (7.23 ± 2.14 vs. 6.75 ± 1.85 days, respectively, p = 0.48). There was no significant difference between the groups regarding clinical response (hazard ratio: 1.76 [95% CI: 0.73, 4.26]). There were no significant differences between groups regarding the need for mechanical ventilation, duration of hospitalization, or death in the hospital. Conclusion The results of this pilot clinical trial showed no benefit of vitamin A compared with the common treatment on outcome severity in hospitalized patients with COVID-19. Although the results are negative, there is still a great need for future clinical studies to provide a higher level of evidence.
In-hospital Outcomes of Patients with Septic Shock and Underlying Chronic Atrial Fibrillation: A Propensity Matched Analysis from A National Dataset
Authors: Vindhyal Mohinder R. , Vasudeva Rhythm , Pothuru Suveenkrishna , James Kallail K. , Choi Won , Ablah Elizabeth , Hockstad Eric , Shah Zubair , Gupta Kamal 
Published: October 2022

Introduction Atrial fibrillation (AF) is one of the most common arrhythmias among hospitalized patients. Among patients admitted with septic shock (SS), the new occurrence of atrial fibrillation has been associated with an increase in intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay and in-hospital mortality. This is partially related to further reduction in cardiac output and thus worsening organ perfusion due to atrial fibrillation. However, there is a paucity of research on the outcomes of patients who have underlying chronic AF (UCAF) and then develop SS. This study aimed to identify the clinical characteristics and outcomes of patients with UCAF admitted with SS compared to patients with SS without UCAF. Methods This study was a retrospective analysis of the 2016 and 2017 Nationwide Readmission Database. ICD-10 codes were used to identify patients with SS, and these patients were stratified into those with and without UCAF. Propensity matching analyses were performed to compare clinical outcomes and in-hospital mortality between the two groups. Results A total of 353,422 patients with hospitalization for SS were identified, 5.8% (n = 20,772) of whom had UCAF. After 2:1 propensity matching, 20,719 patients were identified as having SS with UCAF, and 41,438 patients were identified as having SS without UCAF. Patients with SS and UCAF had a higher incidence of ischemic stroke [2.5% versus 2.2%, p = 0.012], length of stay [11.5 days versus 10.9 days, p < 0.001], mean total charges [$154,094 versus $144,037, p < 0.001] compared to those with SS without UCAF. In-hospital mortality was high in both groups, but was slightly higher among those with SS and UCAF than those with SS and no UCAF [34.4% versus 34.1%, p = 0.049]. Conclusions This study identified UCAF as an adverse prognosticator for clinical outcomes. Patients with SS and UCAF need to be identified as a higher risk category of SS who will require more intensive management.
Surface characteristics and in vitro biocompatibility of surface-modified titanium foils as a regenerative barrier membrane for guided bone regeneration
Authors: An Hyun-Wook , Lee Jaesik , Park Jin-Woo 
Published: October 2022

This study evaluated surface characteristics and biocompatibility of surface-modified thin titanium (Ti) foils as a regenerative barrier membrane for future application in guided bone regeneration (GBR) surgery to augment atrophic alveolar bone. Anodic oxidation and post-heat treatment were performed to prepare various Ti foil samples. Then, the in vitro soft and hard tissue compatibility of the samples was evaluated by examining the cell responses using primary human gingival fibroblasts (HGFs) and MG63 human osteoblast-like cells. Investigated Ti foil samples showed marked differences in physicochemical surface properties. Additional 400°C heat treatment applied to the anodized Ti surface led to formation of an anatase titanium dioxide structure and well-organized nanoscale protrusions, and significantly increased surface wettability. Anodization and heat treatment enhanced the growth of HGFs and MG63 cells in Ti foil samples. Additional heat treatment for 10 and 30 min further significantly improved the response of HGFs including spreading and proliferation, and upregulated the mRNA expression of cell adhesion- and maturation-related genes as well as the osteoblast differentiation of MG63 cells. Ti foil sample with thin oxide coating obtained by a 30 min heat treatment exhibited poor clinical plasticity as a regenerative barrier membrane, which showed complete coating failure in the bending test. Our results indicate that anatase Ti oxide coating of a specific film thickness with nanoscale surface protrusion morphology and hydrophilic characteristics obtained by anodization and post-heat treatment would be an effective approach as a biocompatible Ti regenerative membrane for inducing better regeneration of both gingival tissue and bone.
4-Factor Prothrombin Complex Concentrate Dosing Strategies: A Retrospective Evaluation
Authors: Reachi Breyanna , Negrelli Jenna , Rapier Marie , Hickman Abby 
Published: October 2022

Objectives Determine indication specific 4-Factor prothrombin complex concentrate (4FPCC) dosing strategies within a hospital system and subsequent effectiveness. Background: 4FPCC is FDA approved for reversal of vitamin K antagonists (VKA) for acute major bleeding or need for urgent surgery/invasive procedure. Since its approval, off label use has expanded to include direct oral anticoagulant reversal and perioperative hemostasis. Optimal dosing strategies remain controversial, and recent studies have evaluated fixed-dose regimens with lower doses than those recommended in product labeling. Methods/Materials: Retrospective cohort with manual chart review for patients who received 4FPCC spanning 2 years. Primary outcome was to characterize dosing. Secondary outcomes were INR normalization, hemostatic efficacy, in-hospital mortality, and renal function change. Results: Of the 300 patients evaluated, 80% received 4FPCC for anticoagulant reversal, with 66% of those for VKA and 34% for DOAC. The remaining 20% received 4FPCC for a non-reversal indication. Of the patients requiring anticoagulation reversal, 25% received doses lower than recommended and 6% received higher. 71% of patients received 4FPCC for life-threatening bleed, and 45% of them had intracranial hemorrhage. Higher mortality with higher than recommended doses was the only statistically significant secondary outcome ( P = .018). Conclusion: We found that lower doses than recommended were used in a significant number of patients. The higher than recommended doses group constituted a small proportion of patients and the higher mortality was attributed to patient acuity on presentation. Additional studies evaluating dosing approach are required to determine lowest effective dosing for various indications.
Tolerance analysis by static analogy: numerical and experimental results
Authors: Polini Wilma , Walter Michael S. J. , Corrado Andrea , Maul Sebastian 
Published: October 2022

Industrial requirements to design high quality products in shorter and shorter times impose the use of numerical models to estimate the geometrical deviations of these products, which are assemblies, starting from the geometrical deviations of their components. Numerical models may support this estimation activity, thus reducing the time to market and the design costs. The free-body model is an interesting numerical method to translate the tolerance chain into a static problem solved by algebraic or graphical procedures by using the free-body diagrams of force analysis. This work presents a free-body model that is able to deal with dimensional and geometrical tolerances that involve translations of the features to which the tolerances are applied. Moreover, it validates the free-body model for tolerance analysis of rigid parts by defining and solving a case study through numerical and experimental activities. The present work uses a case study to demonstrate the effectiveness of the free-body model by underlining that the experimental results obtained are very close to those from the numerical model.
Valuing the individual – evaluating the Dignity Care Intervention
Authors: Söderman Annika , Werkander Harstäde Carina , Hälleberg Nyman Maria , Blomberg Karin 
Published: October 2022

Background Palliative care needs in older persons can endanger their dignity. To provide dignity-conserving care to older persons, the Swedish Dignity Care Intervention (DCI-SWE) can be used. The DCI-SWE is built on Chochinov’s dignity model and the original version, developed and tested in UK and Scotland. Aim To describe older persons’ and their relatives’ experiences of dignity and dignity-conserving care when using the DCI-SWE in municipal health care. Research design A mixed method study with convergent parallel design. Participants and research context The DCI-SWE was used and evaluated in a Swedish municipality health care context. Older persons’ ( n=17) dignity-related distress and quality of life were assessed after the intervention. Interviews with older persons ( n=10) and their relatives ( n=8) were analysed using thematic analysis. Ethical considerations The study followed the World Medical Association Declaration of Helsinki. Ethical approval was obtained from the Regional Ethical Review Board in Uppsala, Sweden (Reg No. 2014/312) and the National Swedish Ethical Review Authority (Reg. No. Ö 10-2019). Informed consent was collected from older persons and their relatives. Findings The older persons’ dignity-related distress did not significantly change over time ( p = 0.44) neither was their overall quality of life ( p = .64). Only psychological quality of life was decreased significantly ( p = 0.01). The older persons and their relatives emphasized the importance of valuing the individual. Conclusions The DCI-SWE provides a forum to talk about dignity issues, but relevant competence, continuity and resources are needed. Psychological care actions and health care professionals’ communication skills training are important. To fully evaluate, the DCI-SWE a larger sample and validated instruments are necessary.
Index of Cashless Transaction
Authors: Datta Sancharita , Roy Malabika 
Published: October 2022

The promotion of cashless transaction is a policy priority for the Indian economy. The government of India has adopted various policy measures to promote financial services and cashless transaction starting with the ‘Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana’ (PMJDY) in 2014 and controversial measure of demonetisation in November 2016. While the importance of cashless transaction is widely recognised, a proper yardstick is required to measure the extent and effectiveness of the policies for promoting the cashless transaction in an economy, which is absent. In the present article, we attempt to fill the gap by adopting the multidimensional index developed by UNDP for this purpose. This article constructs three alternative indices of the cashless transaction from 2012 to 2018 by aggregating different components of the cashless transaction. It also analyses the effectiveness of policies to promote cashless transaction separately on the trend of the overall cashless transaction of the economy and also on the different components of cashless transaction. It has been found that while demonetisation and post-demonetisation policies had a temporary effect on the overall value of the cashless transaction there is an increase in volume of the cashless transaction after the adaptation of PMJDY.JEL: E42, G18, G21
Mastery learning and deliberate practice: Do simulationists need clarification?
Authors: Clapper Timothy C. 
Published: October 2022

Background When the concepts of mastery learning and deliberate practice are applied in accordance with their intended meaning, they can be used to create robust learning opportunities that can ensure that more learners achieve and maintain higher standards of competency. With the rapid expansion of healthcare simulation over the past 10–15 years, these concepts are not always described accurately in the literature, leaving those considering the use of these practices vulnerable to inaccurate interpretation and application. Aim The purpose of this article is to provide a much-needed clarification of mastery learning and deliberate practice for those conducting simulation-based education. This clarification includes defining background information on these two important concepts and suggestions for application. Conclusion An accurate understanding of mastery learning and deliberate practice can ensure that going forward, we properly design interventions, systems, and research protocols that can inform us about what works best for our learners.
Hematologic Malignancies Patients Face High Symptom Burden and Are Lately Referred to Palliative Consultation: Analysis of a Single Center Experience
Authors: Ebert Raissa P. C. , Magnus Mariana M. , Toro Pedro , Manoel Fabiana G. , Costa Fernando F. , Olalla Saad Sara T. , de Melo Campos Paula 
Published: October 2022

Although hematologic neoplasms have been on the vanguard of cancer therapies that led to notable advances in therapeutic efficacy, many patients face significant symptom burden, which make them eligible for early palliative care (PC) integration. However, previous reports demonstrated that hematological malignancies receive more aggressive care at the end-of-life and are less likely to receive care from specialist palliative services compared to solid tumors. Our aim was to characterize symptom burden, performance status and clinical characteristics of a cohort of hematologic malignancies patients referred to PC outpatient consultation, according to their diagnosis. Fifty-nine hematological malignancies patients referred to PC consultation between January 2018 and September 2021 were included. Clinical and laboratory data were evaluated retrospectively by medical charts analysis. Patients exhibited high ESAS and reduced PPS scores at the time of PC referral. Acute leukemia and multiple myeloma patients had the highest symptom burden scores; in spite of this, median time from the first PC consultation until death was only 3 and 4 months, respectively. In conclusion, we identified that hematologic neoplasms patients are highly symptomatic and are frequently referred to PC in end stages of their disease.