Comparison of three- and six-component scoring models for predicting the futility in cancer resuscitation: a retrospective study by A. Pramono, N. Maryani

“…The number of subjects collected in the study was 177 people with eight risk factor variables for death or predictions of the futility of performing CPR. Data for each subject variable were entered into three- and six-variable FORREST scores. …”
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Analysis of vehicle carbon emission characteristics on expressways in mountainous plateau areas based on the coupled simulation of CarSim/TruckSim and MOVES. by Jianping Gao, Xin Huang, Yunyong He, Enhuai He, Lu Sun, Changfeng Yang

“…Distribution ranges of carbon emissions equivalent per kilometer for light-duty vehicles (LDVs) and heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) at each alignment unit were 60‒240 g and 100‒1600 g, respectively. …”
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Study of Predictive Value of Middle Ear Risk Index on Hearing Improvement in Patients Undergoing Surgery for Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media by Bipin Kishore Prasad, Nitya Singh, Ramesh AV

“…Compared to cases with AB gap closure ≤ 12, those with AB gap closure > 12 showed statistically significant gain in BC by 0.2dB. Each unit increase in risk index score was associated with statistically significant increase of 0.64 dB in BC. …”
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Association of ambient temperatures with suicide attempts and violence with the future projections under climate change scenarios: a nationwide time-stratified case-crossover study... by Jiwoo Park, Jieun Oh, Whanhee Lee, Yeonsu Kim, Jeong Ho Park, Ho Kim, Seungsik Hwang

“…Our study aimed to examine suicide attempts and violence incidence including mild and moderate cases with future projections, using each injury’s burden about climate change scenarios. …”
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Estimating the met need for emergency obstetric care (EmOC) services in three payams of Torit County, South Sudan: a facility-based, retrospective cross-sectional study by Pontius Bayo, Imose Itua, Suzie Paul Francis, Kofi Boateng, Elijo Omoro Tahir, Abdulmumini Usman

“…The frequency of each complication and the interventions for treatment were the secondary outcomes.Results Two hundred and fifty four major obstetric complications were admitted in 2015 out of 390 expected from 2602 pregnancies, representing 65.13% met need. …”
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Effect of One-Time Application of Biochar and Compost on Soil and Maize During 5-Time Consecutive Periods of Crop Cultivation by Saowanee Wijitkosum, Thavivongse Sriburi, Phasita Toonsiri

“…Fundamental soil properties—including pH, cation exchange capacity, organic matter content, and macronutrient levels—were assessed before each planting cycle and at the end of the fifth cycle. …”
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The effect of pomegranate peel extract and apple cider vinegar as an irrigants in disinfecting the necrotic primary root canal by Anas Mando, Mohannad Laflouf, Hassan Achour, Samar Ali Alsalameh, Yasser Alsayed Tolibah

“…Canals were dried with paper points, and paper point was placed in each canal for 60 s to collect the second bacterial swab (S2). …”
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Anti-Malarial Effects of Five Traditional Nigerian Medicinal Plant Extracts on Plasmodium Berghei-Infected Rats by Ugochukwu Vincent, Igbokwe, Ejike, Daniel Eze, Moses Dele, Adams, Karimah Mohammed, Rabiu, Iliya, Ezekiel, Prisca Ojochogu, Ajeka, Peace Ogechukwu, Okpara

“…Animals in Groups B–E which were infected were given 500 mg/kg body weight (BW) of malanter DS (reference antimalarial drug), 500 mg/kg BW of BL, 250 mg/kg BW each of SL and BL as well as 250 mg/kg BW each of G, PP and UPA. …”
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Design of a Waste Water Treatment System for Kampala International University-Western Campus. by Tayebwa, Gift

“…By considering the topography of the area, a gravity collection system was considered for the design and using design equations and the data obtained from the field, to obtain the flow of each pipe section, velocity, slope pipe sizes, residual head and head losses the pipe hydraulics were obtained. …”
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The Effects of Gender Based Violence on Academic Performance of Learners in Selected Primary Schools in Buyanja Sub-County, Rukungiri District. by Katushabe, Aster

“…The study revealed the impact of gender-based violence on the well-being of people in Buyanja Sub-county, Rukungiri District, which included low self-esteem and lack of confidence (21.6%), physical health consequences (16.6%), negative coping mechanisms, social isolation, gender stereotypes, and discrimination (13.3% each). The third objective found that respondents from Buyanja Sub-county suggested several measures to curb gender-based violence, such as understanding the specific root causes of GBV in each community, believing and supporting survivors, engaging men as allies, challenging gender norms, and paying special attention to high-risk groups. …”
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Procurement Planning and Service Delivery in Local Governments in Uganda: A Case Study of Kabale District Local Government. by Ashaba, Shillen

“…According to the study, 100% of respondents agreed on the roles undertaken by different stakeholders during procurement planning in Kabale District Local Government, such as each user department preparing a multi-annual work plan based on the approved budget, each entity defining its procurement requirements, and the procuring entity dividing requirements allocated to a single procurement process into separate lots. …”
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Onward Christian soldiers! Christians in the army by A. van de Beek

“…The conclusion is drawn that both traditions dealing with holiness in respect of soldiers in the army exclude each other. This implies that much homework will be required from theologians in order to clarify the Christian theological position. …”
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Controlling Invasive Exotic Plants in North Florida Forests by Chris Demers, Patrick Minogue, Michael Andreu, Alan Long, Rick Williams

“…., invasive exotic species cost an estimated $120 billion each year in damages. Early detection and removal of invasive plants is the key to successful management. …”
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Research progress on Haemophilus parasuis vaccines by Yu Duan, Yue Hao, Huapeng Feng, Jianhong Shu, Yulong He

“…This study reviews recent advances in HPS vaccines, analyzes the relative effectiveness of the components of subunit vaccines and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each vaccine type. The goal is to provide insights for the development of more effective vaccines against Haemophilus parasuis infections in pigs.…”
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Key to Common Bay Trees of Florida by Lynn Proenza, Michael Andreu

“…A basic description and photos of each species help with the identification process. …”
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Lightning Safety for Florida Agriculture Workers by Shawn T. Steed, Alicia J. Whidden

“…Lightning causes about $5 billion worth of damage and kills an average of 50 people in the U.S. each year. Although lightning kills only about 10% of people struck, many victims can suffer from physical and mental complications for the rest of their lives. …”
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Colorectal cancer: state-of-the-art by Ya. S. Tsimmerman

“…It includes hereditary non-polyposis CRC (Lynch syndrome), hereditary CRC at familial adenomatosis and sporadic (non-hereditary) CRC. For each of these categories screening diagnostics programs are developed. …”
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Facts About Minerals by R. Elaine Turner, Wendy J. Dahl

“…It’s important to eat a variety of foods from each of the food groups in order to get all the minerals in your diet. …”
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Florida Solid and Hazardous Waste Regulation Handbook: Federal Legislation by Michael T. Olexa, Aaron Leviten, Kelly Samek

“… This document discusses the important federal laws and regulations that impact solid waste management. Each particular statute is “explained” as it would probably apply to you. …”
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Improving Shared Space to Reduce Traffic Risk: Analytic Study of Mawlawi Street in Sulaimani, Iraq by Shava Shirwan Agha, Sherko Karim Kader Maruf

“…Working with the observed behavior of clients in a pedestrian-friendly crossing point within the city of Sulaimani a multi-layer organized models is created, in which each layer is assigned to handle different circumstances, from free-flow developments to client intuitive in crowded circumstances. …”
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