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Consensus document for the kangaroo mother care method
No full textIntroducción
Actualmente el método madre canguro (MMC) es una intervención con una alta variabilidad clínica en su aplicación. Este documento ha tenido como objetivo aunar las últimas recomendaciones basadas en la evidencia científica, para intentar disminuir la variabilidad interprofesional e incrementar la calidad de los cuidados al paciente neonatal.
Métodos
Se han seguido las directrices descritas en el manual metodológico para la elaboración de Guías de Práctica Clínica del Sistema Nacional de Salud: redacción y priorización de preguntas clínicas, búsqueda bibliográfica, lectura crítica, elaboración del documento y revisión externa. La población a la que se dirige son los recién nacidos pretérmino (RNPT) y/o de bajo peso (RNBP) ingresados en una unidad neonatal.
Recomendaciones
Considerando la evidencia existente, se proponen recomendaciones para 18 preguntas clínicas sobre el impacto del MMC (morbimortalidad, estabilidad fisiológica, dolor, neurodesarrollo, alimentación, dolor, familias), incluyendo a los portadores de dispositivos venosos o respiratorios. También recoge el procedimiento del MMC (transferencia, postura), los facilitadores y barreras para su implantación y su aplicación en prematuridad extrema (menores de 28 semanas de gestación en los primeros días de vida)
Conclusiones
El MMC es una práctica beneficiosa para los RNPT, RNBP y sus familias. El uso de las recomendaciones aportadas podrá ayudar en la práctica clínica diaria y quizás se consiga mejorar los resultados del MMC y la calidad de los cuidados prestados al paciente neonatal.Introduction: Currently, kangaroo mother care (KMC) is an intervention whose implementation in clinical practice varies widely. The aim of this document is to gather the latest evidencebased recommendations in an attempt to reduce interprofessional variation and increase the quality of neonatal care. Methods: The document was developed following the guidelines provided in the Methodological Manual for the Development of Clinical Practice Guidelines of the National Health System: formulation and prioritization of clinical questions, literature search, critical reading, development of the document and external review. The target population was preterm (PT) and/or low birth weight (LBW) newborn infants admitted to a neonatal unit. Recommendations: Based on the current evidence, recommendations have been issued to address 18 clinical questions regarding the impact of KMC (morbidity and mortality, physiological stability, neurodevelopment, feeding, pain, families), including infants with vascular access or respiratory support devices. It also describes the KMC procedure (transfer, positioning), the facilitators and barriers related to the implementation of KMC and how to implement KMC in extremely preterm newborns (less than 28 weeks of postmenstrual age in the first days of life).Sin Financiación1.5 Q2 JCR 20230.289 Q3 SJR 2023No data IDR 2023UE
Spontaneous sigma perforation in patient with vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
No full textSin Financiación2.6 Q1 JCR 20230.371 Q3 SJR 2023No data IDR 2023UE
Flow y Clutch: Los estados psicológicos óptimos para entrenar y competir
No full textTesis inédita presentada en la Universidad Europea de Madrid. Escuela de Doctorado e Investigación. Programa de Doctorado en Actividad Física y DeporteEl propósito de esta tesis fue explorar y analizar cuáles son las características específicas de cada
estado psicológico óptimo (EPO), flow y clutch, dentro del contexto deportivo, ya que han
demostrado ser un tipo de experiencia de gran relevancia. Esta tesis doctoral se estructura en
tres estudios. El Estudio 1 tiene como objetivo explorar la concepción de los EPO por parte de
un grupo de entrenadores de fútbol, identificando sus características y describiendo estrategias
aplicadas por estos para facilitar su experiencia. Para cumplir con dicho objetivo se entrevistó a
un grupo de entrenadores de fútbol (16) de diferentes categorías. Los resultados mostraron que
los entrenadores identifican estos estados en sus jugadores y les preocupan especialmente las
situaciones que favorecen o impiden su experiencia, como la asignación del rol titular-suplente.
El propósito del Estudio 2 fue desarrollar dos escalas breves según el método Máxima
Información, Mínima Molestia (MIMO). Este método consta de 4 fases que se desarrollaron con
una muestra total de 965 deportistas con edades entre los 14 y 35 años (M = 24.5, DE = 9.5). La
escala de flow fue una abreviatura de la versión en castellano de la Flow State Scale (FSS) y para
clutch se creó una escala nueva, ya que hasta el momento no existía ninguna herramienta para
su estudio. Los resultados confirmaron la fiabilidad de estas nuevas herramientas. Por último, el
Estudio 3 tuvo como objetivo analizar las relaciones de clutch con otras variables psicológicas
determinantes en rendimiento deportivo, siguiendo patrones ya observados previamente en
flow. Nuestros resultados mostraron como clutch comparte patrones comunes con flow que
hacen que ambos puedan ser considerados EPO. Las conclusiones de esta tesis corroboran la
alta relevancia de los EPO para los entrenadores, que los consideran como el estado más elevado
de sus jugadores. Además, los resultados demuestran que las dos escalas poseen una validez y
consistencias internas muy robustas, mostrando propiedades psicométricas similares a otras
versiones de escalas previas. La aplicación de estos instrumentos permite analizar las relaciones
de clutch con otras variables, reafirmando ciertos patrones comunes, y, a la vez, descubriendo
asociaciones nuevas en comparación con las ya vistas para flow. En conclusión, esta tesis
doctoral contribuye al desarrollo de la investigación de los EPO, ya que se ha conseguido
desarrollar dos instrumentos, entendido la visión de los entrenadores sobre estos estados y
conocido relaciones relevantes de clutch con otras variables asociadas alrendimiento deportivo.The purpose of this thesis was to explore and analyse what are the specific characteristics of
each optimal psychological state (EPO), flow and clutch, since they proved to be a type of
experience of great relevance within the sports context. This thesis is structured in three studies.
Study 1 aims to explore the concept of EPO by a group of football coaches, identifying their
characteristics and describing the strategies they apply to facilitate their experience. To meet
this objective, a group of football coaches (16) from different categories were interviewed. The
results showed that coaches identify these states in their players, and they are especially
concerned about situations that facilitates or prevent their experience, such as the assignment
of the starter-substitute role. The purpose of Study 2 was to develop two brief scales according
to the Maximum Information, Minimum Discomfort (MIMO) method. This method consists of 4
phases that were developed with a total sample of 965 athletes aged between 14 and 35 years
(M = 24.5, SD = 9.5). The flow scale was an abbreviation of the Spanish version of the Flow State
Scale (FSS) and a new scale for clutch was created, since until now there was no questionnaire
for its study. The results confirmed the reliability of these new tools. Finally, Study 3 aimed to
analyse the relationships of clutch with other psychological variables relevant in sports
performance, following patterns previously observed in flow. Our results showed how clutch
shares common patterns with flow, something that makes possibly considered both EPOs. The
conclusions of this thesis corroborate the high relevance of EPOs for coaches, who define them
as the highest state of their players. In addition, the results demonstrate that the two scales
have robust internal validity and consistency, showing psychometric properties like other
versions of previous scales. The application of these tools makes it possible to analyse the clutch
relationships with other variables, reaffirming certain common patterns with flow, and, at the
same time, discovering new associations compared to those already seen for the other EPO. In
conclusion, this doctoral thesis contributes to the development of research in EPO, since it has
been possible to develop two questionnaires, understanding the vision of coaches on these
states and knowing relevant relationships of clutch with other variables associated with sports
performance.No data 2022UE
Mapping Public Space Micro-Occupations: Drone-Driven Predictions of Spatial Behaviors in Carapungo, Quito
No full textThis study evaluates the spatial behavior of an intermodal transportation hub in Carapungo, one of the densest neighborhoods in Quito, Ecuador. This public infrastructure is deficient and lacks adequate equipment for the people who use, occupy, and transit within and around it, as well as for the numerous activities that occur, particularly at Carapungo’s Entry Park. Traditional methods for analyzing urban dynamics and land use are typically rigid and fail to grasp the complex and nonlinear nature of public spaces, especially in informal Global South cities. However, recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, combined with aerial drone videos, have enabled the modeling and prediction of urban dynamics beyond state regulations and formal planning. In this context, we developed a model using Computer Vision Technology and the YOLOv5 algorithm, incorporating Deep Learning training. The objective is twofold: firstly, to detect people, their movement and speed; and secondly, to produce “Occupancy” and “Count & Speed” cartographies that highlight commuters’ spatial patterns. These situated cartographies provide valuable insights into urban design, mobility, and interaction within a conflicted public space’s-built environment. The generated data offer planners and policymakers quantitative spatial information to consider local practices and dynamics in urban planning, particularly in situations of informality and insufficient urban infrastructure.Universidad de Las Americas, Quito, Ecuador; ARQ.AMG.20.02.2.6 Q2 JCR 20230.929 Q1 SJR 2023No data IDR 2022UE
Las definiciones de la competencia intercultural: ¿comunicación o convivencia?
No full textSin financiaciónSPI 2022UE
Comparative study of torsional and bending stress in NiTi, graphene, and GUM metal endodontic files by finite element analysis.
No full textIntroduction: This study investigates the behavior of graphene and GUM in terms of cyclic fatigue resistance and torsion through a finite element analysis on a file with an eccentric rectangular cross section and variable taper, and on a file with a centered triangular cross section, constant taper, and constant pitch. Methods: Root canals and endodontic files were created using Catia V5R21 software. For torsional analysis, the tip of the file was fixed at 1 and 3 mm, and a moment of 2.5 N-mm was generated at the handle. For the bending analysis in curved canals (45° and 60°), the handle was kept fixed and a force of 1 N was applied at the tip while the file was kept fixed at 9 mm.
Results: GUM metal instruments showed better torsional resistance. On the other hand, NiTi and graphene performed better under the applied loads during flexion at 45° and 60°.
Conclusion: GUM metal is emerging as a promising material in the field of endodontic instrument design due to its physical properties.Sin Financiación7.0 Q1 JCR 20231.481 Q1 SJR 2023No data IDR 2023UE
ChatGPT performance in prosthodontics: Assessment of accuracy and repeatability in answer generation.
No full textStatement of problem
The artificial intelligence (AI) software program ChatGPT is based on large language models (LLMs) and is widely accessible. However, in prosthodontics, little is known about its performance in generating answers.
Purpose:The purpose of this study was to determine the performance of ChatGPT in generating answers about removable dental prostheses (RDPs) and tooth-supported fixed dental prostheses (FDPs).
Material and methods: Thirty short questions were designed about RDPs and tooth-supported FDP, and 30 answers were generated for each of the questions using ChatGPT-4 in October 2023. The 900 generated answers were independently graded by experts using a 3-point Likert scale. The relative frequency and absolute percentage of answers were described. Accuracy was assessed using the Wald binomial method, while repeatability was evaluated using percentage agreement, Brennan and Prediger coefficient, Conger generalized Cohen kappa, Fleiss kappa, Gwet AC, and Krippendorff alpha methods. Confidence intervals were set at 95%. Statistical analysis was performed using the STATA software program.
Results: The performance of ChatGPT in generating answers related to RDP and tooth-supported FDP was limited. The answers showed a reliability of 25.6%, with a confidence range between 22.9% and 28.6%. The repeatability ranged from substantial to moderate. Conclusions:The results show that currently ChatGPT has limited ability to generate answers related to RDPs and tooth-supported FDPs. Therefore, ChatGPT cannot replace a dentist, and, if professionals were to use it, they should be aware of its limitations.Sin Financiación4.3 Q1 JCR 20231.177 Q1 SJR 2023No data IDR 2023UE
The Populist Radical Right in Spain (2019 -2024): Case Study of Vox's Discourse
No full textIntroducción: La derecha radical populista, definida por Cas Mudde en 2007, ha visto surgir partidos en Europa que, aunque derivados de la extrema derecha de los años 80 y 90, presentan diferencias significativas. Estos partidos han logrado adaptarse a la democracia parlamentaria y han liderado gobiernos en varios países europeos. Metodología: El artículo utiliza una metodología cualitativa y etnográfica para analizar las características de la derecha radical populista en Europa y su expansión en España, específicamente con la entrada de Vox en el parlamento andaluz en 2018. Se examina el estilo discursivo y el electorado de Vox. Resultados: El análisis revela que Vox adopta la retórica y el ideario de la derecha radical populista, utilizando un discurso populista, antielitista, nativista, antifeminista, negacionista del cambio climático y autoritario, mientras acepta la democracia liberal. Discusión: El artículo destaca la complejidad de clasificar a estos partidos únicamente como extrema derecha, subrayando su capacidad para adaptarse y prosperar en el sistema democrático. Conclusiones: Vox representa en España la derecha radical populista, recurriendo a la desinformación y un estilo discursivo polarizante, lo que refleja su afinidad con las tendencias políticas de la derecha radical en Europa.Introduction: The radical populist right, defined by Cas Mudde in 2007, has seen the emergence of parties in Europe that, although derived from the extreme right of the 1980s and 1990s, present significant differences. These parties have managed to adapt to parliamentary democracy and have led governments in several European countries. Methodology: The article uses a qualitative and ethnographic methodology to analyze the characteristics of the radical populist right in Europe and its expansion in Spain, specifically with the entry of Vox into the Andalusian parliament in 2018. The discursive style and electorate of Vox are examined. Results: The analysis reveals that Vox adopts the rhetoric and ideology of the populist radical right, using a populist, anti-elitist, nativist, anti-feminist, climate change denialist and authoritarian discourse, while accepting liberal democracy. Discussion: The article highlights the complexity of classifying these parties solely as extreme right, underlining their ability to adapt and thrive in the democratic system. Conclusions: Vox represents in Spain the populist radical right, resorting to disinformation and a polarizing discursive style, reflecting its affinity with radical right political trends in Europe.Sin FinanciaciónNo data JCR 20230.196 Q3 SJR 2023No data IDR 2023UE
La IA como generador de valor empresarial: caso 123compareme
No full textSin FinanciaciónNo data SPI 2022UE
Mixing transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation and galvanic cutaneous stimulation to decrease simulator adaptation syndrome
No full textSimulator Adaptation Syndrome arises from a perceptual discordance between expected and actual motion, giving rise to symptoms such as nausea and disorientation. This research focused on determining the benefit of Transcutaneous Vagal Nerve Stimulation (tVNS) and Galvanic Cutaneous Stimulation (GCS), where both were applied in conjunction, as compared to their administration in isolation, to decrease Simulator Adaptation Syndrome (SAS).
Method: A driving simulation study was proposed where SAS, body balance, and driving performance were measured. These measurements were taken during seven different stimulation scenarios with a baseline condition without stimulation compared against tVNS and GCS conditions.
Results: The main result showed that the combination of tVNS and GCS reduced SAS and improved body balance and driving performance more successfully than their administration in isolation.
Conclusion: Similar neuromodulation in the temporoparietal junction is proposed to mitigate SAS for GCS and tVNS (although additional explanations are discussed). Applying both techniques simultaneously is encouraged to decrease SAS in future interventions.Fondo Nacional de Desarrollo Científico y Tecnológico (FONDECYT) (1230431)Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo (ANID) (21210298, 21231269)2.6 Q2 JCR 20230.8 Q2 SJR 2023No data IDR 2013UE