Iranian nurses' constraint for research utilization

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>This paper identifies the views of Iranian clinical nurses regarding the utilization of nursing research in practice. There is a need to understand what restricts Iranian clinical nurses to use research findings. The aim of this study was to identify practicing nurses' view of aspects which they perceived constrain them from research utilization that summarizes and uses research findings to address a nursing practice problem.</p> <p>Methods</p> <p>Data were collected during 6 months by means of face-to face interviews follow by one focus group. Analysis was undertaken using a qualitative content analysis.</p> <p>Results</p> <p>Findings disclosed some key themes perceived by nurses to restrict them to use research findings: level of support require to be research active, to be research minded, the extent of nurses knowledge and skills about research and research utilization, level of educational preparation relating to using research, administration and executive challenges in clinical setting, and theory-practice gap.</p> <p>Conclusion</p> <p>This study identifies constraints that require to be overcome for clinical nurses to actively get involved in research utilization. In this study nurses were generally interested to use research findings. However they felt restricted because of lack of time, lack of peer and manager support and limited knowledge and skills of the research process. This study also confirms that research utilization and the change to research nursing practice are complex issues which require both organizational and educational efforts.</p

Persis: A Persian Font Recognition Pipeline Using Convolutional Neural Networks

What happens if we encounter a suitable font for our design work but do not know its name? Visual Font Recognition (VFR) systems are used to identify the font typeface in an image. These systems can assist graphic designers in identifying fonts used in images. A VFR system also aids in improving the speed and accuracy of Optical Character Recognition (OCR) systems. In this paper, we introduce the first publicly available datasets in the field of Persian font recognition and employ Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) to address this problem. The results show that the proposed pipeline obtained 78.0% top-1 accuracy on our new datasets, 89.1% on the IDPL-PFOD dataset, and 94.5% on the KAFD dataset. Furthermore, the average time spent in the entire pipeline for one sample of our proposed datasets is 0.54 and 0.017 seconds for CPU and GPU, respectively. We conclude that CNN methods can be used to recognize Persian fonts without the need for additional pre-processing steps such as feature extraction, binarization, normalization, etc

The effect of mycorrhizal species on the growth, essential oils, yield and morpho-physiological parameters of Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis L.) under water-deficit conditions in Tabriz region

Two years experiment were conducted in 2016-2017 as split-plot based on randomized completely block design with three replications to morpho-physiological responses of Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis L.) plant to mycorrhizal fungi species treatments (control, Rhizophagus intraradices, Funneliformis mosseae, Glomus hoi and combined application of all three species) under different irrigation regimes (irrigation after 70, 100, 130 and 160 mm evaporation). In results, the highest oil yield was achieved in irrigation at 100mm+application of all three species of mycorrhizal fungi. Irrigation after 100 mm evaporation increased this trait by 33% compared to irrigation after 70 mm evaporation due to increase in essential oil percentage under dehydration conditions, however, increasing drought stress led to a significant decrease in essential oil yield. In terms of physiological parameters, dehydration led to an increase in proline content and antioxidant activates. In general and according to the results, modifying the destructive effects of water deficit stress and the use of mycorrhiza can increase the essential oil of lemon Balm. But aggravating water deficiency conditions can drastically reduce the essential oil yield. The founds could be helpful for herbal medicine researchers to achieve high-quality drugs

Professional socialization of the Iranian BSN Students: A grounded theory study

Background: Professional socialization is a critical aspect of nursing students’ development, which begins with entry into the nursing program and continues when beginning professional practice. The aim of this study was to explore the socialization of Iranian BSN students in nursing profession. Methods: An exploratory qualitative approach utilizing Straussian version of the grounded theory (1998) method was used. Individual in-depth semi-structured interviews were undertaken with 14 participants chosen from two large nursing schools in an urban area of Iran through purposive and theoretical sampling. The data were analyzed using the constant comparative method. Findings: Five main categories and eleven subcategories emerged and integrated around one core category. Professional metamorphosis as the core variable was a complex and interrelated process (consisting of three stages: dependence, disintegration, and integration) with dynamic, ongoing, and personal features influenced by professional and extra-professional context. The students assumed passive role in the initial of their studies. However, during the last year of educational program, they gradually involved actively in dealing with own personal and professional issues. Conclusion: This study introduced "professional metamorphosis of BSN students" as a substantive grounded theory in the socio-cultural context of the health care system in Iran. During this process, students move from outsider personal position to insider professional position. The nurse educators and administrators may develop effective educational interventions to promote professional socialization of students with an understanding of the promoting and driving forces influencing socialization

Juvenile Hyaline Fibromatosis Management With a Diode Laser: A Rare Case Report

Juvenile hyaline fibromatosis (JHF) is an unknown hereditary disorder with variable penetrance. The characterizations of this disease consist of different signs and symptoms such as multiple tumorous (tumor-like) muco-cutaneous proliferation, gingival hypertrophy, perianal lesions, articular contractures, and osteolytic lesions. A 3-year-old girl with numerous painless nodular masses on her gingival, ear and anal areas is presented in this case report. Based on characteristic histological features, the diagnosis of JHF was made. The patient underwent surgery following general anesthesia and the above areas were surgically operated with appropriate laser parameters, and the patient was able to eat and wash away after a day and was discharged with an antibiotic prescription after one day in the hospital and returned to normal after a week. The recurrence occurred in other areas a year later, especially in the cheek, the ears and the anal area. Therefore, this rare case is presented with recurrence

Effects of Kelussia odoratissima Mozaffarian (KOM) extract on blood lipid in Balb/c mice

چکیده: زمینه و هدف: فلاونوییدها یک گروه از ترکیبات پلی فنولیک با خاصیت آنتی اکسیدانی می باشند و به کاهش خطر بیماری های قلبی عروقی کمک می کند. کرفس کوهی (Kelussia odoratissima Mozoffarian) گیاهی است حاوی فلاونویید که در این تحقیق اثر آن بر کاهش چربی خون در موش سوری مورد بررسی قرار گرفته است. روش بررسی: در این مطالعه تجربی 70 سر موش بالغ سوری نژاد Balb/c به 5 گروه 14 سری تقسیم شدند. به گروه 1 (کنترل) غذای معمولی، گروه 2 غذای معمولی به علاوه روغن زیتون، گروه 3 غذای با درصد کلسترول بالا (کلسترول 5+روغن زیتون)، گروه 4 رژیم پر کلسترول به همراه عصاره هیدروالکلی 10 کرفس کوهی و به گروه 5 رژیم پر کلسترول به همراه عصاره های هیدروالکلی 20 کرفس کوهی به مدت دو هفته داده شد. در پایان دو هفته از موش ها خونگیری و فاکتورهای چربی خون شامل کلسترول، تری گلیسرید، لیپوپروتیین با دانسیته پایین (LDL)، لیپوپروتیین با دانسیته بسیار کم (VLDL)، لیپوپروتیین با دانسیته بالا (HDL) و قند خون ناشتا ( ( FBSاندازه گیری و اطلاعات با کمک آزمون آماری کروسکال والیس مورد تجزیه و تحلیل قرار گرفت. یافته ها: بدنبال دو هفته تغذیه با عصاره گیاه کرفس کوهی سطوح تمام لیپیدهای سرم شامل کلسترول، HDL، VLDL، LDL و تری گلیسرید و قند خون ناشتا در گروه با عصاره هیدروالکلی 10 گیاه کاهش معنی داری داشت (05/0

Effect of kelussia odoratissima mozaffarian on lipid and glucose profile

Background: Flavonoids are a group of polyphenolic compounds with antioxidant properties that help reduce cardiovascular risk factors. Kelussia odoratissima is a flavonoid-containing plant, the effect of which was analyzed on decreasing blood lipid levels in mice. Objectives: The present study was carried out with the aim of determining the anti-hyperlipidemia effects of this herb on mice. Materials and Methods: In this preclinical study, 70 Balb/c mice were divided to five 14-member groups and received normal diet, normal diet containing 5% olive oil, high cholesterol (2% cholesterol and 5% olive oil) diet and high cholesterol diet accompanied by Kelussia odoratissima 10% or 20% hydro-alcoholic extract. After two weeks, blood samples were taken and cholesterol, triglyceride, low density lipoprotein (LDL), very low density lipoprotein (VLDL), high density lipoprotein (HDL), and fasting blood sugar (FBS) were measured. Results: In this animal model, the levels of all serum lipids including cholesterol, HDL, VLDL, LDL, triglyceride and FBS had a significant decrease two weeks after the beginning of the study. Moreover, at the same time, in the group that received 20% hydro-alcoholic extract, the serum levels of cholesterol, HDL and LDL had a significant decrease (P < 0.05). Conclusions: Kelussia odoratissima might have a desirable effect on serum lipid profile and might have beneficial effects on hyperlipidemic patients

Effect of Kelussia odoratissima Mozaffarian (KOM) on hyperlipidemia: a clinical trial study

Background and aim: Flavonoids constitute a large group of polyphenolic compounds and have been shown to reduce risk of various heart diseases. KOM is a plant which contains flavonoids. Therefore, in this study, we aimed to figure out the anti-hyperlipidemic effect of KOM in patients, on lovastatin treatment. Methods: In this clinical trial study, 74 patients referred to internal clinic of Hajar hospital in Shahrekord, Iran, were divided randomly into two groups. Control group was given lovostatin (40 mg/day) and case group was given lovostatin (40 mg/day) and 2gr KOM powder. The levels of serum lipids (including triglyceride, total cholesterol, LDL, HDL) and FBS were determined in both groups at the beginning, 2 weeks and one month after starting day of the experiment. Statistical analysis was performed by ANOVA. Results: A significant reduction was observed in cholesterol, TG, LDL and VLDL levels of patients (P0.05). The HDL level was increased following KOM usage (P<0.05), but it was reduced in control group (P<0.05). LDL/HDL was reduced in both groups (P<0.001). The level of FBS was not significantly changed during the study. Conclusion: Consumption of KOM may have beneficial effect on hyperlipidemic patients by enhancing serum levels of HDL

Bushehr Elderly Health (BEH) Programme, phase I (cardiovascular system)

Purpose: The main objective of the Bushehr Elderly Health Programme, in its first phase, is to investigate the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors and their association with major adverse cardiovascular events. Participants: Between March 2013 and October 2014, a total of 3000 men and women aged ≥60 years, residing in Bushehr, Iran, participated in this prospective cohort study ( participation rate=90.2%). Findings to date: Baseline data on risk factors, including demographic and socioeconomic status, smoking and medical history, were collected through a modified WHO MONICA questionnaire. Vital signs and anthropometric measures, including systolic and diastolic blood pressure, weight, height, and waist and hip circumference, were also measured. 12-lead electrocardiography and echocardiography were conducted on all participants, and total of 10 cc venous blood was taken, and sera was separated and stored at –80°C for possible future use. Preliminary data analyses showed a noticeably higher prevalence of risk factors among older women compared to that in men. Future plans: Risk factor assessments will be repeated every 5 years, and the participants will be followed during the study to measure the occurrence of major adverse cardiac events. Moreover, the second phase, which includes investigation of bone health and cognition in the elderly, was started in September 2015. Data are available at the Persian Gulf Biomedical Research Institute, Bushehr University of Medical Sciences, Bushehr, Iran, for any collaboration