cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073708.v1
title: Factors Associated to the Knowledge of Cardiac Arrest by Health Professionals

description: Abstract Background: Knowledge of cardiac arrest by health professionals is associated with sociodemographic, occupational and training characteristics. Objectives: To evaluate the factors associated with the knowledge of health professionals on Cardiac Arrest. Methods: A cross-sectional study conducted in a large public hospital in the countryside of Bahia - Brazil. The sample consisted of 18 doctors, 32 nurses and 50 nursing technicians. To evaluate the knowledge of the professionals, a questionnaire was constructed according to the current guidelines for resuscitation of the American Heart Association of 2015, and after that, it was submitted to three judges with expertise in PCR to verify content validity. Data were analyzed through descriptive statistics with univariate, bivariate and multivariate analyses using the logistic regression model. A value of p &lt; 0.05 was adopted as level of significance. Results: The prevalence of insufficient knowledge of cardiac arrest among health professionals was 78%. After logistic regression, belonging to the professional category of nursing technician (p = 0.003) and nurse (p = 0.001) and working in the form of on-call duty for 24h (p = 0.005) was associated to insufficient knowledge. Conclusions: Insufficient knowledge of cardiac arrest among health professionals is high, which is a problem that requires urgent interventions in order to guarantee the quality of care. These actions should be based on realistic scenarios involving theoretical and practical activities. The periodicity of training should be short, given the deterioration of knowledge. The creation and validation of the data collection instrument allows for its applicability in other studies.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073711.v1
title: Endovascular closure of patent foramen ovale: a critical appraisal of published trials

description: ABSTRACT The treatment of cryptogenic stroke patients with a patent foramen ovale (PFO) is controversial. A critical review of these studies is presented. Methods A description of all trials comparing medical and endovascular treatment with closing devices is given. Additional pertinent studies are discussed to help construct a rational basis for treatment decisions. Results Initial negative trials evaluating PFO closure were followed by positive studies published in 2017 and 2018. All trials evaluated young patients (up to 60 years). Methodological problems are present in all trials including their open label construction. Most positive trials developed strategies to increase the percentage of patients with interatrial septal aneurysms or hypermobility and large right-to-left shunts. Even in these positive trials, large numbers of patients need to be treated to avoid one stroke. Atrial fibrillation occurred in 2-6% and other adverse effects related to the procedure and to the devices occurred in a substantial number of patients. Incomplete occlusion of the PFO is also frequent. Anticoagulant treatment has not been adequately studied as a therapeutic option. Conclusion Young patients with cryptogenic strokes seem to benefit from endovascular closure of a PFO in the presence of a large right-to-left shunt or an associated atrial septum aneurysm. For most other patients, a highly-individualized decision must be made, taking into account the low risk of recurrence in patients with a cryptogenic stroke attributable to a PFO, the high numbers needed to treat and the risks related to the procedure.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073714.v1
title: Brazilian assessment on biodiversity and ecosystem services: summary for policy makers

description: Abstract: Biodiversity and ecosystems are important elements for addressing national and global socioeconomic and environmental crises, since they provide new development opportunities, for example, as source of job and income creation, and reduction in poverty and socioeconomic inequity. Brazilian biological diversity is also expressed in its immense cultural diversity, with a great variety of knowledge holders. These peoples possess vast knowledge on agrobiodiversity, fishing, fire management, natural medicine, among others of commercial, cultural and spiritual value. The main conclusions of this Summary for Police Makers is that land use changes and climate changes have been - and will continue to be throughout this century - the main drivers that result in the loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services in the country. Political interventions at different levels (from local to national, from public to private) and the enforcement of existing laws (regulatory mechanisms and incentives) are required to cope with the mitigation of the negative impacts of biodiversity and ecosystem services loss. Brazil has already a wide variety of policy instruments and socioenvironmental governance options, as well as global commitments (ODS, Aich Targets, Paris Agreement) related to the objective of a sustainable future. However, inefficient management control or lack of incentive to comply with the rules pose risks to consolidating the path to this future. The country has strong and capable institutions, but infrastructural problems, slow processes, inefficient measurements and judicial, social and ecological conflicts obstruct a proficient performance. There is a lack of communication between science and society which needs to be improved by establishing an effective flow that makes communication inclusive and representative, reaching public and private decision makers. Permanent efforts to integrate Science and policy knowledges are desirable to build confidence between policy makers and researchers.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073693
title: Diagnostic alternatives of feline scabies

description: ABSTRACT Notoedric mange is a highly pruritic disease caused by the Notoedres cati mite. The diagnosis consists of the observation of the mite in the material analyzed, skin scrapings is the most used method. Other techniques have emerged as less invasive alternatives in the diagnosis of mange, especially for demodicosis in dogs, such as acetate tape and hair removal, which have shown to be as sensitive as skin scrapings in the diagnosis of such dermatopathy. Thus, the objective of this study was to compare skin scaling with two alternative methods for the diagnosis of notohedral scabies in cats: acetate tape and hair collection, and it is possible to conclude that the acetate tape method is as sensitive as skin scraping, both presenting 100% sensitivity. The hair pulling technique showed significantly lower sensitivity for the diagnosis of Notoedres cati, an expected result, since this parasite inhabits mainly superficial portions of the dermis. Thus, the tape method can be used effectively and safely for the diagnosis of notodroid mange in cats, as well as being less stressful to animals, faster and simpler than skin scraping.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073696
title: Spatial and temporal distribution of Gymnorhamphichthys rondoni (Gymnotiformes: Rhamphichthyidae) in a long-term study of an Amazonian terra firme stream, Leticia - Colombia

description: ABSTRACT Weakly electric fishes continually emit electric organ discharges (EOD) as a means of communication and localization of objects in their surroundings. Depending on water conductivity, the amplitude of the electric field generated is known to increase with decreases in electrical conductivity of the water. In Amazonian terra firme streams, water conductivity is extremely low and fluctuates constantly due to local and regional rains. In this context, the space between freely moving weakly electric fishes may be expected to decrease, on average, with an increase in water conductivity. To test this hypothesis, we recorded the positions at rest of the sand-dwelling fish Gymnorhamphichthys rondoni in a terra firme stream for several days in alternating months, over two years. Based on daily nearest neighbor distances among individual fish in a grid, we found a uniform temporal distribution pattern (which was not affected by water conductivity) indicative of site fidelity. Here we highlight the role of other factors that could influence resting site fidelity.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073699.v1
title: A new synonym for Micropholis gardneriana (Sapotaceae) with complete description, anatomy and distribution notes

description: Abstract: In the present work, we synonymize Micropholis compta under M. gardneriana due to the overlap of morphoanatomical characters and the absence of distinctive attributes, verified during taxonomic and anatomical study of the genus Micropholis for Brazil. This study provides an updated description of M. gardneriana, including macro- and micro-morphological data, a distribution map, and comments on conservation status, ecological and taxonomy.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073702.v1
title: Comparative study between reticulating agents for possible application in the treatment of keratoconus

description: ABSTRACT With the present study, we aimed to compare the standard technique of CXL with the treatment using genipine as a crosslinker, with and without corneal de-epithelialization. The chemical, mechanical and morphological properties of pig corneas submitted to crosslinking treatments with riboflavin and genipine were compared, as well as to compare the cytotoxicity of the crosslinking solutions for possible application in keratoconus. The corneas were divided into four groups: riboflavin and UVA according to standard treatment,genipina with epithelium off, genipina with epithelium on and control without crosslinker. In this way, the corneas were submitted to the characterizations and analyzed by the following techniques: OM, SEM, traction test, dilatometry and swelling. The cytotoxicity analysis was performed comparing the standard treatment with genipine. The results demonstrate a greater tensile strength, as well as more swelling when genipine was applied to the epithelium off corneal surface. The downward slopes in the dilatometry curve are linear in the UV-CXL and control, and with genipine, the contraction tends to become more pronounced at higher temperatures. By MEV was able to demonstrate a dmarcation line in the corneal stroma treated with UV-CXL or genipine and OM exhibits different patterns of transmitted light in the different groups, demonstrating greater UV-CXL opacity. The corneal collagen crosslinking induced by 0.1% genipine produces an increase in corneal resistance without causing considerable corneal opacity and may be useful in the treatment of keratoconus. The potential for cytotoxicity to fibroblasts was similar between crosslinking methods.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073684
title: Validation and reliability of a sources of knowledge scale for Brazilian coaches

description: Abstract Aim: The present study examined the validity of the Coaches’ Training Profile Questionnaire (QPFT) in Brazilian coaches. Method: The questionnaire was back-translated and content validation was performed by an expert panel. Construct validation was based on the application of the questionnaire to 212 coaches from the state of Paraná, considering the Cronbach’s alpha to examine internal consistency, Pearson’s correlation and intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) for test-retest reliability, and exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. Results: The questionnaire showed high internal consistency, with Cronbach’s alpha coefficient higher than .80. Correlations of the dimensions and ICC of the items indicated high reliability for the three dimensions of the questionnaire. The results of exploratory factor analysis explained a variance of 69.75%, with the AE factor explaining the largest portion of variance (27.01%) and the AT factor explaining the lowest portion of variance (21.14%). The absolute, parsimonious and incremental fit indices [X2 and p-value; X2/df; CFI, PCFI, GFI, PGFI, TLI, RMSEA (with 90% CI), and MECVI] were high. Conclusion: The Brazilian version of the QPFT presents a reliable and valid factor structure to identify coaches’ knowledge sources in Brazil.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073687
title: Surface Silanization of Graphene Oxide Under Mild Reaction Conditions

description: The functionalization of graphene oxide with organosilanes is an important strategy to yield graphene-silica composites as well as to create nanomaterials for use as reinforcement in polymer nanocomposites and corrosion-inhibiting coatings for metals, among other uses. However, depending on the reaction conditions used, the organosilanes tend to self-condense, encapsulating the graphene oxide in a silica-like layer which can impair its properties by hiding its real surface and two-dimensionality. In this paper we describe a facile route for the functionalization of commercial graphene oxide with (3-aminopropyl) triethoxysilane using low concentrations and mild reaction conditions, and yielding amine and silanol surface-modified graphene nanohybrids while preserving its two-dimensional characteristics. The material obtained was characterized by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), potentiometric titration, thermogravimetric analysis and electronic microscopy, evidencing the covalent and superficial nature of the functionalization.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073693.v1
title: Diagnostic alternatives of feline scabies

description: ABSTRACT Notoedric mange is a highly pruritic disease caused by the Notoedres cati mite. The diagnosis consists of the observation of the mite in the material analyzed, skin scrapings is the most used method. Other techniques have emerged as less invasive alternatives in the diagnosis of mange, especially for demodicosis in dogs, such as acetate tape and hair removal, which have shown to be as sensitive as skin scrapings in the diagnosis of such dermatopathy. Thus, the objective of this study was to compare skin scaling with two alternative methods for the diagnosis of notohedral scabies in cats: acetate tape and hair collection, and it is possible to conclude that the acetate tape method is as sensitive as skin scraping, both presenting 100% sensitivity. The hair pulling technique showed significantly lower sensitivity for the diagnosis of Notoedres cati, an expected result, since this parasite inhabits mainly superficial portions of the dermis. Thus, the tape method can be used effectively and safely for the diagnosis of notodroid mange in cats, as well as being less stressful to animals, faster and simpler than skin scraping.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073696.v1
title: Spatial and temporal distribution of Gymnorhamphichthys rondoni (Gymnotiformes: Rhamphichthyidae) in a long-term study of an Amazonian terra firme stream, Leticia - Colombia

description: ABSTRACT Weakly electric fishes continually emit electric organ discharges (EOD) as a means of communication and localization of objects in their surroundings. Depending on water conductivity, the amplitude of the electric field generated is known to increase with decreases in electrical conductivity of the water. In Amazonian terra firme streams, water conductivity is extremely low and fluctuates constantly due to local and regional rains. In this context, the space between freely moving weakly electric fishes may be expected to decrease, on average, with an increase in water conductivity. To test this hypothesis, we recorded the positions at rest of the sand-dwelling fish Gymnorhamphichthys rondoni in a terra firme stream for several days in alternating months, over two years. Based on daily nearest neighbor distances among individual fish in a grid, we found a uniform temporal distribution pattern (which was not affected by water conductivity) indicative of site fidelity. Here we highlight the role of other factors that could influence resting site fidelity.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073678
title: Substituition of urea for soybean meal and forced intake of minerals on the performance of growing crossbred calves

description: ABSTRACT Forty eight crossbred calves, 24 males and 24 females, with weight and age of 203.6±3.7kg and 11.8±1.0 months were allotted to the following treatments: MT- mineral salt ad libitum and sugar cane mixed with 10g kg-1 mixture of urea and ammonium sulfate in a 9:1 proportion; MA - sugar cane mixed with 16g kg-1 of a concentrate of urea (550g kg-1), ammonium sulfate (60g kg-1) and minerals (390g kg-1); SU - sugar cane mixed with 50g kg-1 of a concentrate of soybean meal (830g kg-1), urea (52g kg-1) and minerals (118g kg-1) and MC - corn silage mixed with 10g kg-1 of a concentrate of urea (500g kg-1), ammonium sulfate (50g kg-1) and minerals (450g kg-1). Minerals mixed with sugar cane (MA) resulted in greater weight gain (0.258 x 0.188kg d-1) for similar intakes of DM (3.29 x 3.30kg d-1). Substitution of part of urea nitrogen in the MA by soybean meal (SU) resulted in greater ADG (0.538 x 0.258kg d-1), due to higher sugar cane intake (4.10 x 3.13kg d-1). ADG of calves receiving corn silage was greater (0.406 x 0.258kg d-1) than for calves receiving sugar cane.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073684.v1
title: Validation and reliability of a sources of knowledge scale for Brazilian coaches

description: Abstract Aim: The present study examined the validity of the Coaches’ Training Profile Questionnaire (QPFT) in Brazilian coaches. Method: The questionnaire was back-translated and content validation was performed by an expert panel. Construct validation was based on the application of the questionnaire to 212 coaches from the state of Paraná, considering the Cronbach’s alpha to examine internal consistency, Pearson’s correlation and intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) for test-retest reliability, and exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. Results: The questionnaire showed high internal consistency, with Cronbach’s alpha coefficient higher than .80. Correlations of the dimensions and ICC of the items indicated high reliability for the three dimensions of the questionnaire. The results of exploratory factor analysis explained a variance of 69.75%, with the AE factor explaining the largest portion of variance (27.01%) and the AT factor explaining the lowest portion of variance (21.14%). The absolute, parsimonious and incremental fit indices [X2 and p-value; X2/df; CFI, PCFI, GFI, PGFI, TLI, RMSEA (with 90% CI), and MECVI] were high. Conclusion: The Brazilian version of the QPFT presents a reliable and valid factor structure to identify coaches’ knowledge sources in Brazil.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073687.v1
title: Surface Silanization of Graphene Oxide Under Mild Reaction Conditions

description: The functionalization of graphene oxide with organosilanes is an important strategy to yield graphene-silica composites as well as to create nanomaterials for use as reinforcement in polymer nanocomposites and corrosion-inhibiting coatings for metals, among other uses. However, depending on the reaction conditions used, the organosilanes tend to self-condense, encapsulating the graphene oxide in a silica-like layer which can impair its properties by hiding its real surface and two-dimensionality. In this paper we describe a facile route for the functionalization of commercial graphene oxide with (3-aminopropyl) triethoxysilane using low concentrations and mild reaction conditions, and yielding amine and silanol surface-modified graphene nanohybrids while preserving its two-dimensional characteristics. The material obtained was characterized by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), potentiometric titration, thermogravimetric analysis and electronic microscopy, evidencing the covalent and superficial nature of the functionalization.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073672
title: Quadriceps muscle strength after training with a cycloergometer in patients on hemodialysis

description: Abstract Introduction: Functional disability is common in patients with chronic kidney disease, especially in those on hemodialysis. Muscle strength can be evaluated by a dynamometer; however, no study using this technique on the quadriceps of patients undergoing hemodialysis was found in literature. Objective: To assess the effects of cycloergometer training on the quadriceps muscle strength of patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis. Method: This was a clinical trial including 46 patients, both men and women, over 18 years old who had been undergoing hemodialysis for more than six months and signed an informed consent form. Patients were allocated into two groups: intervention group (n = 22) and control group (n = 20). The intervention group underwent intradialytic training in a physical therapy protocol with the cycloergometer for two months, whereas the control group, in turn, was only reevaluated two months after the initial evaluation. All patients were assessed for demographic data at baseline and, two months later for quadriceps muscle strength by standardized dynamometry and with the use of a rigid belt and suction cups. Results: A significant increase was detected in quadriceps muscle strength in the right and left lower limbs in the intervention group when compared with the control group. Conclusion: Quadriceps muscle strength improved after patients with chronic kidney disease on hemodialysis underwent training with the cycloergometer.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10073675
title: Gluteus Medius and Tensor Fascia Latae muscle activation levels during multi-joint strengthening exercises

description: Abstract Aim: To compare the activation of GMed and TFL in four multi-joint exercises in strength training protocols and to verify if the level of muscle activation is indicated for strength gains in resistance training protocols. Methods: Eleven recreational lifters had normalized muscle activation of GMed and TFL assessed during ten maximal repetitions of four multi-joint exercises: (1) bilateral supine bridge (BiBRG); (2) bilateral supine bridge with hip abducted (BiBRG-AB); (3) unilateral supine bridge (UniBRG) and (4) single-leg squat (SLS). Results: A load of exercises was significantly greater for the BiBRG and BiBRG-AB compared to the UniBRG and SLS (p&lt;0.001). We observed that GMed activation was significant greater compared to TFL among the four exercises (p=0.004) [BiBRG: Δ=26.2%; BiBRG-AB: Δ=27.3%; UniBRG: Δ=24.5% and SLS: Δ=18.8%]. Additionally, GMed activation was classified as moderate (&lt;40%iMVC) and TFL activation was classified as low (&lt;20%iMVC) in all exercises. Conclusion: Our results demonstrated that GMed is more active than TFL in all analyzed exercises. However, the level of activation observed for GMed was below that recommended to strength gain in resistance training programs.