Specific Skills Research Articles

A Technique for Retrieval of Screw for Missed Screw Head

Abstract Background: Orthopaedic implants are medical devices used to replace or fix bones or to replace the articulating surfaces of joints. Once fracture healing is complete, these implants may no longer serve a functional purpose and can be removed. During implant removal surgeries, surgeons may encounter various challenges, such as stripped screw heads. While several methods for addressing this issue have been previously described, this study introduces a novel technique for retrieving stripped screw heads. Methods: Between May 2021 and September 2023, 21 patients underwent implant removal surgeries where stripped screw heads were encountered intraoperatively. The technique involved cutting the screw head with a metal-cutting drill bit, which proved to be effective in facilitating retrieval. Results: All the screws with stripped screw head could be extracted using our technique. Conclusion: Compared to traditional methods, this new approach requires less specialized skill and equipment and is more cost-effective.

Pedagogical conditions for developing the readiness of master's degree applicants for intercultural interaction in the process of professional (piano) training

The article defines and characterizes the pedagogical conditions for forming the readiness of master's degree applicants for intercultural interaction in the process of professional (piano) training. It is emphasized that the tasks of the modern professional training of the applicants of the piano master's degree are not only to ensure a high level of professional knowledge of students, but also their practical preparation for social life and self-realization as an individual. It is emphasized that the humanization of the process of formation of the readiness for intercultural interaction in applicants of the professional master's degree implies the use of the latest technologies, active teaching methods, which would form the motives of educational and artistic activity, contribute to the discovery and development of the creative potential of the education applicant, self-realization of his/her personality; included in the process of learning the sphere of emotions, contributed to the development of cooperation. It has been proven that in the process of forming value orientations in the conditions of a multicultural artistic and educational environment, individual support of piano master's students is successfully implemented through individual counseling, creation of a positive moral and psychological climate in classes, mentoring support of the artistic and educational process, building an individual educational trajectory. Considering the formation and transformation of music-pedagogical and artistic-aesthetic paradigms in the system of modern music education, it is emphasized that the change in the paradigm of music education involves a shift of emphasis from the development in applicants of a complex of special knowledge, abilities and skills, focused on the formation of professional multicultural competence in the conditions of intercultural interaction, which allows us to interpret the artistic and educational space as a unity of creative personalities, united by channels of musical communication, who feel a sense of empathy for each other, mutual interest, are capable of active creative joint activity, overcoming interaction problems, creating a cross-cultural space

Perceptions and Lived Experiences of Nurses After Completion of a Perinatal Nurse Residency Program.

This study was designed to explore the perceptions and lived experiences of new graduate or new-to-specialty labor and delivery nurses. These nurses had completed a perinatal nurse residency program at a high-risk metropolitan medical center in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Eight nurses were interviewed for this study with qualitative individual interviews. Qualitative content analysis was used. Three main themes emerged: assimilating a specialized knowledge base and skill sets, navigating challenging circumstances, and coping with the transition to independence. Nurse residency programs can ease the transition to practice in the labor and delivery specialty. Revisions to future perinatal residency programs should include enhanced preceptor education, prolonged night shift orientation, assessment of nurse learning style and needs, and increased consistency of debriefing after traumatic events. [J Contin Educ Nurs. 202x;5x(x):xx-xx.].

Special noncognitive skill activities ( Tokkatsu ) during the COVID-19 pandemic in Latin America: the Osoji Japan project as SDG-4 in Peru

Special noncognitive skill activities ( <i>Tokkatsu</i> ) during the COVID-19 pandemic in Latin America: the <i>Osoji</i> Japan project as SDG-4 in Peru

A Hierarchical Analysis Method for Evaluating the Risk Factors of Pile Foundation Construction for Offshore Wind Power

To improve the safety level of pile foundation construction for offshore wind power, in this study, the risk indicators of pile foundation construction were evaluated using the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) and comprehensive evaluation methods. The pile foundation construction operation process for offshore wind power mainly includes four phases: preparation for construction, pile sinking, end of construction, and foundation scour protection construction. Pile foundation construction risk indicators are systematically identified as human factors, material factors, management factors, and environmental factors. The most important indicators for pile foundation construction for offshore wind power were evaluated using AHP and comprehensive evaluation methods, which included five indicators: piling equipment, protective equipment, special skills, safety awareness, and emergency management. The four more important indicators are workplace environment, lifting equipment, fire protection systems, and operations. According to the results of our evaluation of the pile foundation construction safety indicators presented herein, corresponding recommendations are made that consider four aspects—human factors, material factors, management factors, and environmental factors. The construction industry should focus on improving the safety measures related to aspects with greater risk indicators. Pile foundation construction for offshore wind power can be evaluated using the method discussed in this paper, allowing industry stakeholders to prioritize and focus on improving safety measures related to aspects with greater risk indicators.

Experience of Holding the All-Russian Olympiad in Therapy with International Participation on the DIMEDUS Platform

Simulation technologies play a significant role in modern medical education, allowing to model clinical situations and hone the skills of medical specialists in a safe environment. The All-Russian Olympiad in Therapy with international participation became a platform for demonstrating the effectiveness of such technologies. This paper examines the use of the DIMEDUS platform for holding the Olympiad, and also analyzes the advantages and results of this approach and the platform as a whole.

The Intention of the Arabic Language Learning Process in the Era of Society 5.0: (Interactive Application Based Analysis)

The era of Revolution 4.0 which has recently been replaced by the era of Society 5.0 which prioritizes society to use technology in all its activities, including in the field of education. Arabic, one of the foreign languages studied in various educational institutions, is also trying to keep up with the times. One form of breakthrough made by educators is to divert and work on Arabic language teaching materials which were previously in the form of books, modules, and audio into interactive teaching materials designed with modern applications today. This case raises new ideas for the advancement of the Arabic language learning process, so that various obstacles experienced so far can be resolved properly. This study aims to identify and explain the challenges that will be faced by Arabic language educators in the era of Society 5.0 based on interactive applications to create videos of the Arabic language learning process. This study was conducted using a descriptive qualitative approach to describe the results of the study at MTs Negeri 1 Bener Meriah. The results of this study are that educators must have special skills to maximize the use of technology in the teaching and learning process, so that more material is created that is understood by students. Can operate video editing applications such as Kine Master, Plotagon, PowerPoint, and other applications

English Jokes in Azerbaijani: Not Always on the Same Train

People do not use humour just for the sake of entertainment, it is a part of everyday communication and information processing system. Since it touches many areas of human life, translators will be tasked with translating jokes at the end of the day. However, translating a joke is not a simple task. Maintaining the spirit of jokes requires translator’s proper and special skills. The main purpose of the paper is to identify which kinds of jokes are translatable or untranslatable from English into Azerbaijani. The researchers made an attempt to classify jokes according to their translatability extent and translation difficulties. Theoretical information is supported by practical examples. The study reveals that jokes that present unique perspectives can be easily translated; however, the ones that are based on linguistic ambiguity, namely lexical-semantic, structural-syntactic and phonological ambiguity pose essential difficulties for the translator.

A Risk Management Application by Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) Method in A Road Drainage Channel Construction Project at H.M Ardan Street of South Sangatta District East Kutai, Indonesia

A construction project of road drainage channel in H.M Ardan Street, South Sangatta District (Multy Years) is included into type of construction project with high level of risk and work accidents since it has large number of workers, the use of sophisticated work tools and machines that require special methods and skills also strong supervision in its usage. These matters could bring undesirable impact potentiality in particular for the occupational safety and health aspect. A negligence of OSH implementation in the construction project can lead to work accident risk within the project. A work safety management is a part of management aspect with function to prevent any work accidents. Its prevention can be done by controlling the occurrence of high-potential work accidents whether in terms of consequences, occurrence probability, also simplicity in its detection. Many safety management methods have been introduced as method that able to be used for potential work accident identification, or measure the level of work accident’s risk, also for evaluating the work accidents; which leads to the Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) method as the most appropriate method to achieve the objectives as described above. The selected method for this research was Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) method, whereas the data source of this research were primary data obtained from interviews and questionnaires, and secondary data obtained from site plan drawings and identification data of the construction of drainage channels on H.M Ardan Street of South Sanggata District (Multi Years). According to FMEA analysis, there were 15 dominant risks with RPN values above the average value with 4 risks having a value of 48 as the highest RPN value found in this study. Type of risks with the highest RPN value were (a) stricken by heavy equipment and materials during loading and unloading construction materials; (b) fatigue due to an overly busy mobilization schedule; (c) workers fall while installing the formwork; (d) workers’ hand was pierced by nail or getting hit by hammer or wood. Furthermore, by the domino analysis conducted for this research, it produced several precautions and prevention recommendations that grouped into three main stages: Lack of Control, Basic Causes, and Immediate Causes.

Evaluation of the Competency and Skills Needs for Seaplane Maintenance in Pilot Education at the Indonesian Pilot Academy Banyuwangi

This research assesses the competency and skill requirements for Seaplane aircraft maintenance in the pilot education program at the Indonesian Pilot Academy Banyuwangi. Utilizing qualitative methods, including in-depth interviews and direct observation, the study involves students and teachers in the pilot education program. Analysis reveals crucial competencies for students, encompassing a profound understanding of Seaplane aircraft systems, adept problem-solving during operations, and the capacity for quick and precise decision-making. Special skills, such as adaptability to complex working conditions and meticulousness in maintenance procedures, are also deemed essential. The research identifies alignment between the academy's curriculum and Seaplane aircraft maintenance needs, yet highlights specific areas requiring enhancement. The study recommends strengthening the curriculum and teaching methods to better address competency and skill needs. Implementing these recommendations is anticipated to elevate the quality of graduates, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the challenges of Seaplane aircraft maintenance in the aviation industry.

Improving Pilot Competence Through Flying Practice Learning Using Flight Simulator at the Indonesia Civil Pilot Academy of Banyuwangi

This research assesses the competency and skill requirements for Seaplane aircraft maintenance in the pilot education program at the Indonesian Pilot Academy Banyuwangi. Utilizing qualitative methods, including in-depth interviews and direct observation, the study involves students and teachers in the pilot education program. Analysis reveals crucial competencies for students, encompassing a profound understanding of Seaplane aircraft systems, adept problem-solving during operations, and the capacity for quick and precise decision-making. Special skills, such as adaptability to complex working conditions and meticulousness in maintenance procedures, are also deemed essential. The research identifies alignment between the academy's curriculum and Seaplane aircraft maintenance needs, yet highlights specific areas requiring enhancement. The study recommends strengthening the curriculum and teaching methods to better address competency and skill needs. Implementing these recommendations is anticipated to elevate the quality of graduates, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the challenges of Seaplane aircraft maintenance in the aviation industry.

遯溪 許厚의 삶과 詩

Dongye Heo Hu is still unknown to the academic world. It can only be confirmed that he made Wonju his main living space, was a scholar of the Namin(南人) in the mid-Joseon Dynasty who was very bright in Ritual theory and thought of himself as a person of good ancestry and bureaucrat responsible for the king and the state. These limitations have the same effect on Heo Hu's grasp of literary competence. Currently, there are only 26 poems that can examine Heo Hu's literary competence. However, Heo Hu's poetry is not a poem that seeks literary achievements, but a poem that seeks to contain the truth of life, and is characterized by showing a cultivated inner world. That's why Heo Hu's poems convey a deep lingering feeling without any special skills. In order to approach Heo Hu, which shows such literary achievements, it is necessary to find more Heo Hu's works and at the same time to approach the entire Heo Hu's works in greater depth, and review Heo Hu's and Heo Hu's works in various networks.

Perceived mental health skills and competence among occupational health physicians.

Mental-health-based consultations in occupational health (OH) are increasing due to ongoing changes in working life. We studied the self-assessed mental health competence of trainees and trainers in OH specialist physician training. We conducted an online survey from June to August 2022. We analysed how trainees and trainers in OH assessed their own competence in mental health practice with N (%) and means (standard deviation [SD]). We analysed the underlying assumptions about competences specific to OH using an explanatory factor analysis. We applied the Kruskal-Wallis test to determine differences between trainees and trainers using the variables in the factor analysis. Respondents' perceptions of mental health competence were more positive among trainers (mean 3.97, SD 0.72) than trainees (mean 3.66, SD 1.08, P = 0.2123). Based on trainee physicians' own assessments, more experience increases competence, until after 7 years, when the perceived competence seems to decrease. The trainer physicians' self-assessed mental health competence decreased over time. With factor analyses, we identified five competence factors: general mental health, workplace risks and resources, rehabilitation, promotion and prevention, and special skills. In our results, individual-level mental health competences such as work ability evaluation and to manage return-to-work processes were evaluated better than community-based proactive processes. Physicians in OH specialist physician training self-assessed their mental health competence better at the employee level than at the workplace level. Based on our results, we need to develop the curriculum of OH specialist physician training to meet the needs of working life in support of mental health.

Fabrication and analysis of a novel and sustainable set-up for safe and economic hydrotherapy

Hot water immersion therapy has been found a promising therapy that offers several potential benefits to the human body, including pain relief, wound healing, improved blood circulation, stress relief, and improved sleep. However, the therapy is not widely used by the general population, especially the middle-class and lower-middle-class populations. The reasons for this could be the accessibility and cost of the therapy. This article introduces an innovative hot water immersion therapy set-up designed to increase the therapy's accessibility to a broader audience. The proposed set-up is engineered for easy home fabrication and installation without requiring special tools or skills, ensuring user safety through the use of electrically leak-proof components. A significant benefit of this set-up is its integration with a standard household geyser for water heating, which obviates the need for a dedicated geyser typically associated with commercial hot water immersion therapy systems, thereby reducing the overall initial, operational, and maintenance costs. The set-up has been successfully fabricated, installed, and tested, proving its effectiveness and efficiency. Among the four modes experimentally analyzed, Mode 4, a mix of regular and hot water with a combined flow rate of 8.06 L/min, leads to minimum waiting and geyser on-time of 19.85 min. In addition to the direct benefit of reduced liquid petroleum gas consumption, choosing Mode 4 contributes to an overall lower environmental footprint. This study aims to raise awareness of hydrotherapy and make it accessible to the general public.

The features of the development of higher education in librarianship in Soviet Lithuania

Attempts to organize higher library education in Lithuania were made long ago. An episodic course in bibliography was taught at the old Vilnius University in 1829-1830. After the restoration of Soviet power in Lithuania in 1940, the Chair of Bibliology was established at Vilnius State University, and a course in bibliography was offered. Lectures aimed at starting the preparation of skilled librarians and bibliographers were planned to begin in the autumn of 1941. However, this work was interrupted by the war and the Nazi occupation. The Department of Librarianship was founded at Vilnius State University in 1949 (with the Chair of Librarianship established in 1952, and the Chair of Scientific Information in 1973). During a short period, these Chairs achieved significant results in various branches. They developed scientific and research activity in librarianship and bibliography, providing skilled specialists for the libraries of our republic. In recent years, more than 2,000 specialists have been trained at the University. These graduates have been appointed to work in different public, children’s, school, scientific, special, and technical libraries, as well as in scientific information offices.

Democratizing cheminformatics: interpretable chemical grouping using an automated KNIME workflow

With the increased availability of chemical data in public databases, innovative techniques and algorithms have emerged for the analysis, exploration, visualization, and extraction of information from these data. One such technique is chemical grouping, where chemicals with common characteristics are categorized into distinct groups based on physicochemical properties, use, biological activity, or a combination. However, existing tools for chemical grouping often require specialized programming skills or the use of commercial software packages. To address these challenges, we developed a user-friendly chemical grouping workflow implemented in KNIME, a free, open-source, low/no-code, data analytics platform. The workflow serves as an all-encompassing tool, expertly incorporating a range of processes such as molecular descriptor calculation, feature selection, dimensionality reduction, hyperparameter search, and supervised and unsupervised machine learning methods, enabling effective chemical grouping and visualization of results. Furthermore, we implemented tools for interpretation, identifying key molecular descriptors for the chemical groups, and using natural language summaries to clarify the rationale behind these groupings. The workflow was designed to run seamlessly in both the KNIME local desktop version and KNIME Server WebPortal as a web application. It incorporates interactive interfaces and guides to assist users in a step-by-step manner. We demonstrate the utility of this workflow through a case study using an eye irritation and corrosion dataset.Scientific contributionsThis work presents a novel, comprehensive chemical grouping workflow in KNIME, enhancing accessibility by integrating a user-friendly graphical interface that eliminates the need for extensive programming skills. This workflow uniquely combines several features such as automated molecular descriptor calculation, feature selection, dimensionality reduction, and machine learning algorithms (both supervised and unsupervised), with hyperparameter optimization to refine chemical grouping accuracy. Moreover, we have introduced an innovative interpretative step and natural language summaries to elucidate the underlying reasons for chemical groupings, significantly advancing the usability of the tool and interpretability of the results.

The Influence Of Audit Fee, Audit Rotation, Audit Tenure, Company Size, Auditor Specialization And Auditor Reputation On Audit Quality In Manufacturing Companies Listed On The Indonesian Stock Exchange In 2020-2022

The aim of this research is to determine the influence of Audit Fees, Audit Rotation, Audit Tenure, Company Size, Auditor Specialization and Auditor Reputation on Audit Quality in manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2020-2022. The method used in this research is quantitative associative method, using secondary data. Based on the research results, it shows that Audit Fees, Audit Tenure and Auditor Specialization partially have no effect on Audit Quality. This shows that audit fees are low and competitive for auditors without reducing auditor quality standards. Audit quality is maintained even though there are changes in the Audit Tenure period. Auditor specialization is reduced, but there is increased training, application of audit standards and use of technology in maintaining effective Audit Quality. Company size partially has a positive and significant effect on Audit Quality. This shows that the auditor has sufficient expertise to handle the high complexity of a large company size, thus providing support for increasing audit quality. Audit Rotation and Auditor Reputation partially have a negative and significant effect on Audit Quality. This shows that a decrease in the frequency of Auditor Rotation can result in a decrease in their objectivity and independence, but auditors have a high perspective and long-term relationship to improve Audit Quality. A decline in auditor reputation can reduce public trust and auditor credibility, but implementing audit standards, strengthening policies and procedures and effective supervision can play a transparent role in maintaining integrity and professionalism by assessing and improving high audit quality standards. Audit Fees, Audit Rotation, Audit Tenure, Company Size, Auditor Specialization and Auditor Reputation simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on Audit Quality. This shows that Audit Fees can ensure auditors work well, Audit Rotation can reduce the risk of fraud, Optimal Audit Tenure does not lose objectivity, Company Size provides resources for comprehensive audits, Auditor Specialization adds value with special skills, Auditor Reputation adds trust and contribute to improving Audit Quality in Manufacturing Companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2020–2022.

Serial visual reversal learning in captive black-handed spider monkeys, Ateles geoffroyi

Recent research suggests that socio-ecological factors such as dietary specialization and social complexity may be drivers of advanced cognitive skills among primates. Therefore, we assessed the ability of 12 black-handed spider monkeys (Ateles geoffroyi), a highly frugivorous platyrrhine primate with strong fission-fusion dynamics, to succeed in a serial visual reversal learning task. Using a two-alternative choice paradigm we first trained the animals to reliably choose a rewarded visual stimulus over a non-rewarded one. Upon reaching a pre-set learning criterion we then switched the reward values of the two stimuli and assessed if and how quickly the animals learned to reverse their choices, again to a pre-set learning criterion. This stimulus reversal procedure was then continued for a total of 80 sessions of 10 trials each. We found that the spider monkeys quickly learned to reliably discriminate between two simultaneously presented visual stimuli, that they succeeded in a visual reversal learning task, and that they displayed an increase in learning speed across consecutive reversals, suggesting that they are capable of serial reversal learning-set formation with visual cues. The fastest-learning individual completed five reversals within the 80 sessions. The spider monkeys outperformed most other primate and nonprimate mammal species tested so far on this type of cognitive task, including chimpanzees, with regard to their learning speed in both the initial learning task and in the first reversal task, suggesting a high degree of behavioral flexibility and inhibitory control. Our findings support the notion that socio-ecological factors such as dietary specialization and social complexity foster advanced cognitive skills in primates.

STAFF TRAINING ON THE SPECIALIZATION OF "SOCIAL WORK" IN AZERBAIJAN CURRENT PROBLEMS

Solving social problems and improving people's well-being in our republic, which gained independence at the end of the last century, were among the main conditions determining the future development of Azerbaijan. For this, first of all, there was a great need for new and skilled specialists who could deal with those problems. The initiation of personnel training in the field of social work in higher schools was intended to solve such problems. The refore, first of all, special attention should be paid to the organization of teaching in higher schools where these specialists are trained. Although some work has been done in this field in the past period, we cannot consider the experience gained as satisfactory. The article addresses such important issues and provides recommendations for both theoretical and practical solutions to problems that still exist.

Identification of psychological stress from speech signal using deep learning algorithm

Psychological activities have various dimensions in which they correlate with their respective behavior generated by the human body. Understanding the relationship of psychological events with the help of external action units is one of the research subjects to explore various human behavior and their dependencies. Existing work applied various deep learning algorithms to outline the correlation between psychological activities with human emotions. The study of psychological analysis in the medical field is very time-consuming and costly. It requires constant monitoring of the patient for a period of time and various interrogation sessions to finalize the emotional severity of an individual. Few skilled specialists and the lack of medical knowledge of human emotions drive the need for computer vision approaches to emphasize emotion recognition, particularly in disorders. The proposed study specifically assesses the use of speech signals to identify psychological disorders in terms of stress characteristics and uses a deep learning model that incorporates feed-forward networks and long short-term memory (LSTM) to identify the degree of psychological disease. The study made use of a standard speech dataset that was gathered from a variety of patients using a standard questionnaire format. The survey was conducted throughout a few Indian states. Speech samples were taken from patients whose cortisol levels were higher than 10 %. To assess the relationship between speech and psychological activity, speech signals from each patient have been gathered. The spectrogram of the speech signal's Mel filter bank coefficients has been analyzed, and the characteristics that cause stress and those that don't have it have been further divided into categories. The suggested model classifies stress and non-stress features in 150 voice dataset subjects with an average accuracy of 98 %. The model is found to be robust for various applications such as preventing suicidal cases, improving decision-making in the diagnosis of depression patients, improves the overall mental healthcare system.