Abstract: The objective of this research study is to develop a simple application on Microsoft Excel for univariate statistical analysis of experiments. Classic ANOVA procedures are included for models with or without factorial structure (double or triple, including additional treatments), split-plot, split-block, simple nested, and repeated ANOVA measures of balanced or unbalanced data. The tool can run average tests and perform regression analysis for linear and non-linear models. The application automatically performs tests for normality, homoscedasticity, and additivity requirements. In case of violation, the program also automatically scans for outliers or a suitable data transformation. The application also allows the performance of ANCOVA and provides the Papadakis method for correction of spatial autocorrelation and other analyses. The application (available for free at speedstatsoftware.wordpress.com in English, Portuguese, and Spanish) has been tested with the resolution of hundreds of examples and is also adapted for use in LibreOffice.

Resumen: El objetivo de esta investigación es desarrollar una aplicación sencilla en Excel para el análisis estadístico univariado de experimentos. Se incluyen procedimientos de ANOVA clásicos con o sin estructura factorial (doble o triple, incluyendo tratamientos adicionales), de parcela dividida, de split-blocks, nested y ANOVA de medidas repetidas para datos balanceados o desbalanceados. La herramienta puede ejecutar pruebas de promedios y análisis de regresión para modelos lineales y no lineales. La aplicación realiza automáticamente pruebas para verificar los requisitos de normalidad, homocedasticidad y aditividad. En caso de infracción, el programa también busca automáticamente valores atípicos o recomienda una transformación de datos adecuada. El software también permite la realización de ANCOVA y proporciona el método Papadakis para la corrección de autocorrelación espacial, entre otros análisis. La aplicación (disponible de forma gratuita en speedstatsoftware.wordpress.com, con versiones en inglés, portugués y español) ha sido probada con éxito en la resolución de cientos de ejemplos y también ha sido adaptada para su uso en LibreOffice.

Resumen Las ciudades propician un alto impacto ambiental en el sitio y en el entorno por sus requerimientos energéticos. En este artículo analizamos la implementación de la tecnología solar fotovoltaica (PV) como alternativa de autoaprovisionamiento energético limpio en un sector de uso mixto-residencial en la ciudad ecuatorial andina de Cuenca, Ecuador. A partir de las demandas energéticas de las edificaciones de la zona seleccionada, a través de LiDAR se identifican techumbres que, por su geometría, orientación o emplazamiento, son adecuadas para la instalación de paneles PV. Se obtienen consumos energéticos reales y, usando el software SAM con datos climáticos locales, se simula la capacidad de autoabastecimiento con la integración de PVs para alcanzar la neutralidad energética en cada inmueble. Se determina la generación eléctrica conjunta y se establece que la demanda energética puede ser cubierta en un 94,88%, con la instalación de 427 placas PV de 335 Wp distribuidas en 29 predios y con requerimiento de ocupación espacial de 11,95% de las cubiertas disponibles. Finalmente, se concluye que por espacio en techumbres se puede autoabastecer la totalidad de la demanda eléctrica, siendo incluso esta una alternativa para cubrir demandas alternativas como cocción y transporte que actualmente se solventan con combustibles fósiles.

Abstract Cities have a high environmental impact on both the site and the surrounding area due to their energy requirements. In this article, we analyze the implementation of photovoltaic (PV) solar technology as a clean energy self-supply alternative in a mixed-residential sector in the Andean equatorial city of Cuenca, Ecuador. Based on the energy demands of the buildings in the selected area, LiDAR is used to identify rooftops that, due to their geometry, orientation, or location, are suitable for PV panel installation. Real energy consumption data is collected, and using SAM software with local climate data, the self-sufficiency capacity is simulated with the integration of PVs to achieve energy neutrality in each property. The combined electrical generation is determined and it is established that the energy demand can be met by 94.88%, with the installation of 427 PV panels of 335 Wp distributed across 29 properties and with a spatial occupation requirement of 11.95% of the available roofs. It is concluded that the entire electrical demand can be self-supplied through rooftop space, and this could even serve as an alternative to meet other demands such as cooking and transportation that are currently met with fossil fuels.

Abstract Introduction: In clinical settings, nursing practices are more focused on the dependent person than on the caregiver, which may be related to the complexity of the informal caregiver training process. Objective: To explore and understand the phenomenon of nurses' avoidance of the informal caregiver training process and identify the underlying factors. Methods: This is an exploratory and descriptive study with a qualitative approach. Semi-structured interviews were carried out with nine nurses from a central hospital in Portugal. After transcription, content analysis was performed according to Bardin using the NVivo10® software. Ethical requirements were met, and a favorable opinion was obtained from the ethics committee. Results: Three thematic units emerged that were organized into categories and subcategories: Recognition of the phenomenon (2 categories); Intrinsic factors that condition nurses in training informal caregivers (4 categories and 2 subcategories); and Extrinsic factors that condition nurses in training informal caregivers (6 categories and 6 subcategories). Conclusion: A comprehensive approach is needed to preparing caregivers, from training nurses to identify and assess caregivers’ needs to coordinating and managing the therapeutic regime and planning for discharge. Healthcare organizations and communities should commit to creating the conditions for caregivers to achieve a healthy and safe transition.

Resumen Introducción: En contextos clínicos, las prácticas de enfermería se centran más en la persona dependiente que en el cuidador, lo que puede estar relacionado con la complejidad del proceso de empoderamiento del cuidador. Objetivo: Explorar y comprender el fenómeno de la evitación del empoderamiento del cuidador por parte de las enfermeras, identificando los factores subyacentes. Métodos: Se trata de un estudio exploratorio y descriptivo con enfoque cualitativo. Se realizaron entrevistas semiestructuradas a 9 enfermeras de un hospital central y tras su transcripción, se llevó a cabo el análisis de contenido según Bardin con el apoyo de NVivo10®. Se cumplieron los requisitos éticos y se obtuvo el dictamen favorable del comité de ética. Resultados: Surgieron tres unidades temáticas con sus respectivas categorías y subcategorías: reconocimiento del fenómeno (2 categorías); factores intrínsecos que condicionan la capacitación del cuidador (4 categorías y 2 subcategorías); y factores (6 categorías y 6 subcategorías). Conclusión: Es necesario un enfoque integral para preparar al cuidador, que abarque desde la formación del personal de enfermería en la identificación y evaluación de las necesidades del cuidador, hasta la conciliación y gestión del régimen terapéutico y la planificación del alta. También debe existir un compromiso por parte de las organizaciones sanitarias y de toda la comunidad para crear las condiciones necesarias para que el cuidador logre una transición saludable y segura.

Resumo Introdução: Nos contextos clínicos verifica-se que as práticas de enfermagem estão mais centradas na pessoa dependente do que no cuidador, o que pode estar relacionado com a complexidade do processo de capacitação do cuidador informal. Objetivo: Explorar e conhecer o fenómeno do evitamento dos enfermeiros à capacitação do cuidador informal, com identificação dos fatores subjacentes. Métodos: Estudo exploratório e descritivo, com abordagem qualitativa. Foram realizadas entrevistas semiestruturadas a 9 enfermeiros de um hospital central de Portugal e após transcrição, efetuada a análise de conteúdo segundo Bardin e apoio do NVivo10®. Cumpridos os pressupostos éticos e obtido parecer favorável da comissão de ética. Resultados: Emergiram três unidades temáticas com as respetivas categorias e subcategorias: reconhecimento do fenómeno (2 categorias); fatores intrínsecos que condicionam a capacitação do cuidador (4 categorias e 2 subcategorias); e fatores extrínsecos (6 categorias e 6 subcategorias). Conclusão: É necessária uma abordagem abrangente na preparação do cuidador informal, tendo por base a formação dos enfermeiros, a identificação e avaliação das suas necessidades, a implementação/gestão de cuidados e o planeamento da alta. Deve haver também um compromisso das organizações de saúde e de toda a comunidade na criação de condições para que se consiga uma transição saudável e segura.

Abstract The aim of the work presented was the design of a metal mould for gravity die casting to obtain brake and clutch handles of aluminium alloys for Suzuki AX-100 motorbike. The maximum stresses to which the part is subjected were determined and evaluated by the finite element method, considering the composition of the existing raw materials, highlighting that the part obtained meets the strength requirements. The results of the simulations showed that the strength was sufficient, and so the design of the metal mould was started. For its design, an established methodology was used, with the Fourier-Kirchhoff models for the thermal regime, resulting in its dimensions. In turn, both filling and solidification were simulated by means of casting software, predicting the thermodynamic behavior and the transient phenomena of the fluid during the pouring process. Positive values were obtained for microporosity, Niyama criterion, flow velocity and solid evolution. The results allowed us to ensure that both the design and the operation of the mould guarantee the production of productive and defect-free handles.

Resumen El objetivo del trabajo presentado fue el diseño de un molde metálico de fundición por gravedad, para obtener manillas de freno y embrague, de aleaciones de aluminio, para la moto Suzuki AX-100. Se determinaron los esfuerzos máximos a los que se somete la pieza, además, evaluado por el método de elementos finitos, teniendo en cuenta la composición de las materias primas existentes en una empresa, destacando que la pieza obtenida cumple con los requisitos de resistencia. Los resultados de las simulaciones arrojaron que la resistencia era suficiente, por lo que se pasó al diseño del molde metálico. Para su diseño se empleó una metodología establecida, con los modelos de Fourier-Kirchhoff para el régimen térmico, resultando en las dimensiones de este. A su vez se simuló por medio de software de fundición tanto el llenado como la solidificación, pronosticando los comportamientos termodinámicos y los fenómenos transitorios del fluido durante el proceso de vertido. Se obtuvieron valores positivos para la microporosidad, criterio de Niyama, velocidad del flujo y, evolución del sólido. Los resultados permiten asegurar que tanto el diseño como el funcionamiento del molde garantizan la obtención de manillas de forma productiva y libres de defectos.

ABSTRACT The proposed research, in the area of talent selection in high performance, specifically in the poomsae modality in its free style event, represents a strategic study, since limitations were found in the selection process in said sporting modality. Therefore, this work presented the objective of evaluating the technical indicators for the selection of athletes with respect to the poomsae modality in its free style event. This selection is made in accordance with the current competitive regulatory requirements, applied by the World Federation of this sport. Theoretical level methods like inductive-deductive, analytical-synthetic and historical were used and from the empirical level, documentary review and measurement, and the angles of the proposed indicators were measured through the Kinovea biomechanical software. The statistical technique used was the SPSS 20 statistical processor. There were defined and evaluated in a practical way the indicators of flexibility (central, left lateral, right lateral splits ) with an average of 10.25 points; kicking techniques (basic kicks, holding, kicks with spin in the air) with average results of 2.5; 1.9 and 1.87 points; acrobatic jumps (stride jumps, left split jumps , right split jumps ) and acrobatic elements with average results of 8.69 and 2.21 points, for the selection process of school sports initiation schools in the poomsae modality in their free style event .

RESUMEN La investigación propuesta, en el área de selección de talentos en el alto rendimiento, específicamente en la modalidad de poomsae, en su evento free style, representa un estudio estratégico, pues se encontraron limitaciones en el proceso de selección en dicha modalidad deportiva. Por lo que este trabajo presentó como objetivo evaluar los indicadores técnicos para la selección de atletas con respecto a la modalidad de poomsae en su evento free style. Esta selección se realiza acorde con las exigencias reglamentarias competitivas actuales, aplicadas por la Federación Mundial de este deporte. Se utilizaron métodos de nivel teórico inductivo-deductivo, analítico-sintético, así como histórico y del nivel empírico, la revisión documental y la medición. Se midieron los ángulos de los indicadores propuestos, a través del software biomecánico Kinovea. La técnica estadística utilizada fue el procesador estadístico SPSS 20. Se definieron y evaluaron de forma práctica los indicadores flexibilidad (splits central, lateral izquierdo, lateral derecho) con una media de 10.25 puntos; técnicas de pateo (pateos básicos, mantención, pateos con giro en el aire) con resultados de media de 2.5; 1,9 y 1.87 puntos; saltos acrobáticos (saltos en horcajadas, saltos en splits izquierdo, saltos en splits derecho) y los elementos acrobáticos con resultados de media de 8.69 y 2.21 puntos, para el proceso de selección de las escuelas de iniciación deportiva escolar en la modalidad de poomsae en su evento free style.

RESUMO A pesquisa proposta, na área de seleção de talentos no alto rendimento, especificamente na modalidade poomsae, em sua prova de estilo livre, representa um estudo estratégico, uma vez que foram encontradas limitações no processo de seleção na referida modalidade esportiva. Portanto, este trabalho apresentou o objetivo de avaliar os indicadores técnicos para seleção de atletas no que diz respeito à modalidade poomsae em sua prova de estilo livre. Esta seleção é feita de acordo com os requisitos regulamentares competitivos em vigor, aplicados pela Federação Mundial desta modalidade. Foram utilizados métodos de nível teórico indutivo-dedutivo, analítico-sintético, bem como de nível histórico e empírico, revisão documental e mensuração. Os ângulos dos indicadores propostos foram medidos através do software biomecânico Kinovea. A técnica estatística utilizada foi o processador estatístico SPSS 20. Os indicadores de flexibilidade (abertura central, lateral esquerda, lateral direita) foram definidos e avaliados de forma prática com média de 10,25 pontos; técnicas de chutes (chutes básicos, segurar, chutes com giro no ar) com resultados médios de 2,5; 1,9 e 1,87 pontos; saltos acrobáticos (saltos de passada, saltos divididos à esquerda, saltos divididos à direita) e elementos acrobáticos com resultados médios de 8,69 e 2,21 pontos, para o processo seletivo das escolas de iniciação esportiva escolar na modalidade poomsae em sua prova de estilo livre.

Abstract This article focuses on the integration between DevOps, which is a set of practices that emphasizes agility, automation, and collaboration between development and operations teams, and the basic profile of the ISO/IEC 29110 standard, which provides guidelines for using quality standards and software development processes in Very Small Entities (VSEs). This research focuses on identifying how the flexible principles of DevOps can align and, at the same time, reinforce the formal structure of ISO/IEC 29110. To achieve this, the extent to which DevOps can meet the requirements of ISO is evaluated, and the extent to which they can improve process optimization, continuous improvement, and dynamic ability are ensured. Finally, elements will be discovered that would help EMPs improve their development process and remain in compliance with international standards.

Resumen Este artículo se enfoca en la integración entre DevOps, que es un conjunto de prácticas que enfatiza la agilidad, la automatización y la colaboración entre los equipos de desarrollo y operaciones, y el perfil básico del estándar ISO/IEC 29110, que proporciona pautas para usar estándares de calidad y procesos de desarrollo de software en entidades muy pequeñas (EMPs). Esta investigación se enfoca en identificar la forma en las que los principios flexibles de DevOps pueden alinearse y, al mismo tiempo, reforzar las estructuras formales del ISO/IEC 29110. Para lograrlo, se evalúa hasta qué punto DevOps puede cumplir con los requisitos del ISO y garantizar que puedan mejorar la optimización de procesos, la mejora continua y la capacidad de ser dinámicos. Finalmente, se descubrirán elementos que servirían a las EMPs para mejorar su proceso de desarrollo y permanezcan conformes con los estándares internacionales.

Abstract The task of prioritizing requirements is critical to carrying out a correct software requirements process, and given its highly social nature, it is necessary to be clear about the social and cultural factors that affect said process. The objective of this study is to develop a state of the art on social and cultural factors, as well as the techniques linked to the task of prioritizing requirements in the context of software development. To this end, 4 research questions were specified that served to guide a systematic literature review with which 54 primary studies obtained from four databases and a repository were selected and analyzed. Among the findings were five categories of social and cultural factors: communication, domain understanding, stakeholder understanding, cultural and social influences, and management of multiple stakeholders; Likewise, among the techniques that consider these factors, three categories could be identified: user-centered, pattern-centered, and negotiation-based, with the first category concentrating the largest number of techniques found.

Resumen La tarea de priorización de requisitos resulta crítica para realizar un correcto proceso de requisitos software, y dada su naturaleza altamente social, es menester tener claridad de los factores sociales y culturales que inciden en dicho proceso. El presente estudio tiene como objetivo elaborar un estado del arte sobre los factores sociales y culturales, así como las técnicas vinculadas con la tarea de priorización de requisitos en el contexto del desarrollo de software. Para ello se especificaron 4 preguntas de investigación que sirvieron para guiar una revisión sistemática de literatura con la que se seleccionaron y analizaron 54 estudios primarios obtenidos de cuatro Bases de Datos y un repositorio. Entre los hallazgos se encontraron cinco categorías de factores sociales y culturales: comunicación, entendimiento del dominio, entendimiento de los stakeholders, influencias culturales y sociales, y manejo de múltiples stakeholders; así mismo, entre las técnicas que consideran dichos factores se pudieron identificar tres categorías: centradas en el usuario, centradas en patrones y basadas en la negociación, siendo la primera categoría la que concentra el mayor número de técnicas encontradas.

Abstract Introduction and Objective In most cases, due to the failure of nonsurgical methods in the treatment of diseases related to the colon, it is necessary to perform colostomy as the main treatment method. However, this surgery can cause a wide range of physical, social, and psychological problems in patients. Therefore, in order to prevent and treat the complications of colostomy, it is necessary to adopt measures in the field of self-care and continuous education for patients to control the complications of the disease, seek treatment, and experience improvements in their quality of life. Additionally, considering the role of mobile health (mHealth) applications in facilitating continuous and effective training, and improving self-care for these patients, the aim of the present study was to design and evaluate an mHealth application for self-care of colostomy patients. Materials and Methods In the present applied research, first the functional requirements of the software were determined considering the self-care requirements of colostomy patients. Then, the software was designed based on object-oriented analysis, and according to it, the application was coded in Java and developed in the Android Studio environment. Finally, to evaluate the software, the opinions and comments of 5 gastroenterologists and 10 adult colostomy patients in the age range between 27 and 64 years who had at least a high school diploma were used as the basis of judgment at this stage. The instruments used in the evaluation included a checklist, derived from three standard questionnaires (the System Usability Scale [SUS], the mHealth App Usability Questionnaire [MAUQ], and the User Version of the Mobile Application Rating Scale [uMARS]) to measure the user-friendliness indicator, and a researcher-made checklist to measure the performance indicator of the various services provided. Results The services of the software developed include the provision of medical information and self-care instructions regarding colostomy surgery, as well as alerts for the user to schedule an appointment with a doctor and the time to take medications. Based on the results of the evaluation stage, the users were generally satisfied with the interface, services, and general features of the software. In general, the software was evaluated at the “acceptable” level, with a rate of 85%. Discussion and Conclusion Based on the findings of the current research, thesoftware developed can be significantly effective in facilitating the education of colostomy patients and improving their self-care. Proper and continuous self-care and education for colostomy patients is necessary to prevent and control complications resulting from surgery and to improve their quality of life. Therefore, in addition to patients, all health care staff, organizations, and associations which support colostomy patients can also use this software to educate patients and improve the care provided to them. cases colon method However physical social Therefore selfcare self disease life Additionally (mHealth training research Then objectoriented object oriented analysis environment Finally 1 2 6 stage SUS, SUS , [SUS] MAUQ, MAUQ [MAUQ] uMARS [uMARS] userfriendliness friendliness researchermade researcher made medications interface acceptable “acceptable level 85 85% selfcare. care. staff organizations them [SUS [MAUQ [uMARS 8

BACKGROUND: South African insurance companies are under pressure to adapt to the constantly changing environment and customer-changing requirements. Agile software development presents itself as a viable solution for swiftly meeting these demands. However, there is a lack of comprehensive understanding regarding the current utilisation of agile methodologies within the South African insurance sector; this article aims to bridge this gap. OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this theme is to fully understand the extensive level of the experience for the participants and the nature of projects the participants have been involved in and lastly time frames of the projects and how long have insurance been using agile methodology. METHOD: For this study, purposive sampling that involves the selection of the units to be observed based on your own judgement about which ones were the most useful or representative will be applied. The criteria were based on the participants having played a role as stakeholder in a project that has used agile methodology within the selected organisation within the past 3 years to remain relevant to this study purpose. RESULTS: The identified pattens from the respondents showed that agile methodology is currently utilised for the following in the selected insurance company. • software upgrades • new product • new function CONCLUSION: In summary, the current state of agile methodology utilisation in a South African insurance company is associated with application transformation to cloud computing, work transformation, onboarding of new applicants, environment enhancements, schema amendment, introduction of new product such as sales force, automating insurance claims documents, scheme enhancement, fund anniversary and renewal of people's schemes. CONTRIBUTION: This comprehensive research significantly contributes to the body of knowledge, shaping the strategic direction of agile methodologies within software development project environments.

ABSTRACT There are significant differences in the quantities of Camellia oleifera fruits growing within and outside the canopy distribution, meaning that a single mode of picking has drawbacks. To improve the harvesting efficiency for the inner and outer layers, this article proposes a synergistic mode of harvesting based on a vibration comb brush, and presents a design for a harvesting device based on this principle. The overall structure and working principle of the proposed device are explained, and the operational processes of the vibration and comb parts of the device are analyzed. ADAMS software is used to construct a rigid-flexible coupling model of the device and the fruiting branch, and simulation results are presented to show that the fruit drop and flower loss rates for Camellia oleifera are related to the vibration frequency, the amplitude, and the spacing between the teeth and comb plates. Finally, a three factor and three level field orthogonal experiment was conducted, and the results showed that under the conditions of vibration frequency 5.85Hz, amplitude 60.43mm, and comb spacing 45mm, the flower loss rate was the lowest and it had good picking performance. Under these conditions, the fruit drop rate is 87.32% and the flower loss rate is 8.06%, values that meet the requirements for mechanized picking of Camellia oleifera fruits. distribution drawbacks layers brush explained analyzed rigidflexible rigid flexible branch plates Finally conducted 585Hz Hz 5 85Hz 5.85Hz 6043mm mm 60 43mm 60.43mm 45mm performance 8732 87 32 87.32 806 8 06 8.06% 6 873 3 87.3 80 0 8.06 87. 8.0 8.

Abstract Laterite gravels have been successfully adopted as pavement materials in the field. Despite that, they are often rejected in material selection processes because of its base on traditional gradation and consistency limits requirements. To allow a deeper evaluation of such material found abundantly in tropical countries, along to characterizing traditional parameters, repeated load triaxial tests were performed in a Laterite Gravel from Acre/Brazil to evaluate its elastic and plastic behavior through Resilient Modulus (RM) and Permanent Deformation (PD), respectively. In addition, a simulation was conducted in the MeDiNa software, based on the test results considering stress states that are usually applied in pavement layers. The material showed RM values higher than 500 MPa, which was considered high compared to materials such as Quartz and Granite. It was also observed low permanent deformation (below 1 mm for higher tensions applied) and accommodation of displacement (shakedown) for most specimens. The simulation results showed low rutting prediction for the Laterite Gravel applied in highway pavement layers. Thus, the results indicated that the lateritic gravel can be adopted in the composition of base or subbase layers of flexible pavements, even though some limits of the parameters specified by traditional specifications were violated, as expected. In addition, we also highlight the need for adoption of new material selection strategies that are based on key mechanical characteristics to avoid discarding potentially well performing materials. field requirements countries AcreBrazil Acre Brazil (RM PD, PD , (PD) respectively addition software 50 MPa Granite below shakedown (shakedown specimens Thus pavements violated expected (PD 5

Abstract Modern tunnel design in urban areas heavily relies on numerical modeling to assess excavation stability and predict ground movement. Recent advancements in soil modeling, hardware, and software have facilitated the development of sophisticated 3D models within tight schedules. Urban tunnels are often shallow and excavated in challenging ground conditions, with proximity to existing structures and infrastructure. Consequently, numerical modeling of such tunnels involves highly nonlinear analyses with complex boundary conditions. Despite the widespread use of numerical modeling in tunnel research and design, there is a lack of publications addressing modeling procedures to ensure accurate and reliable results for highly nonlinear shallow tunnel analyses. This paper investigates the requirements for accurate results for highly nonlinear shallow tunnel analyses. The Finite Element Method (FEM) is employed with different mesh refinements and element types. The study focuses on the hypothetical excavation stability scenario explored by Carranza-Torres et al. (2013). Tunnel stability is assessed using Caquot's analytical solution based on the lower bound theorem of plasticity, as well as FEM modeling with the strength reduction method. The FEM numerical solution, which approaches the exact solution for the problem, provided a factor of safety slightly larger (2.3%) than Caquot's lower-bound solution. The results of the FEM modeling indicate that a significantly less refined mesh is required to achieve accurate results for highly nonlinear shallow tunnel analyses when adopting 2nd-order elements (i.e., quadratic interpolation) instead of 1st-order elements (i.e., linear interpolation). This study improves our understanding of FEM modeling requirements and provides practical insights regarding the numerical modeling of highly nonlinear shallow tunnels in urban areas. movement hardware D schedules conditions infrastructure Consequently (FEM types CarranzaTorres Carranza Torres al 2013. 2013 . (2013) Caquots Caquot s plasticity method problem 2.3% 23 2 3 (2.3% lowerbound 2ndorder ndorder 2nd order nd i.e., ie i e (i.e. interpolation 1storder storder 1st st interpolation. 201 (2013 2.3 (2.3 i.e. (i.e 20 (201 2. (2. i.e (20 (2 (

Abstract Objective: to develop and evaluate the validity evidence of a mobile application to support nurses in the clinical management of sexually transmitted infections. Method: methodological study conducted in four steps: analysis and definition of requirements; content definition; computational representation with system design; and coding with testing and refinement. In the first steps, nurses with expertise in the subject participated, and in the last, professionals with education in information and communication technology. Data analysis was performed by calculating the Content Validity Index (CVI), considering the minimum agreement value of 0.78. To confirm the viability of the CVI, the binomial test was used through the R software. Variables with p > 0.05 indicated agreement between the judges. Results: the CVI was 0.98 for content, 1.0 for usability and 0.85 for functional performance, showing that the developed application has high validity. Conclusion: it is believed that the IST Nurse® application represents an important technological tool in strengthening evidence-based nursing care. Intervention studies are therefore suggested. Objective infections Method steps requirements design refinement participated last technology , (CVI) 078 0 78 0.78 software 005 05 0.0 judges Results 098 98 0.9 10 1 1. 085 85 0.8 performance Conclusion Nurse evidencebased based care suggested (CVI 07 7 0.7 00 0. 09 9 08 8

Resumo Objetivo: elaborar e avaliar as evidências de validade de um aplicativo móvel para subsidiar o enfermeiro no manejo clínico de infecções sexualmente transmissíveis. Método: estudo metodológico conduzido em quatro etapas: análise e definição de requisitos; definição do conteúdo; representação computacional com projeto do sistema; e codificação com testes e refinamento. Nas primeiras etapas participaram enfermeiros com expertise na temática, e na última, profissionais com formação em tecnologia da informação e comunicação. A análise dos dados foi realizada por meio do cálculo do Índice de Validade de Conteúdo (IVC), sendo considerado o valor de concordância mínimo de 0,78. Para confirmar a viabilidade do IVC, utilizou-se o teste binomial por meio do software R. As variáveis com p > 0,05 indicaram haver concordância entre os juízes. Resultados: o IVC foi de 0,98 para conteúdo, 1,0 para usabilidade e 0,85 para desempenho funcional, evidenciando que o aplicativo elaborado apresenta alta validade. Conclusão: o aplicativo IST Nurse ® representa uma importante ferramenta tecnológica no fortalecimento do cuidado de enfermagem baseado em evidências. Sugere-se, portanto, estudos de intervenção. Objetivo transmissíveis Método requisitos conteúdo sistema refinamento temática última comunicação , (IVC) 078 0 78 0,78 utilizouse utilizou se R 005 05 0,0 juízes Resultados 098 98 0,9 10 1 1, 085 85 0,8 funcional Conclusão Sugerese, Sugerese Sugere se, Sugere-se portanto intervenção (IVC 07 7 0,7 00 0, 09 9 08 8

Resumen Objetivo: desarrollar y evaluar evidencias de validez para una aplicación móvil para apoyar al enfermero en el manejo clínico de las infecciones de transmisión sexual. Método: estudio metodológico realizado en cuatro etapas: análisis y definición de requisitos; definición de contenido; representación computacional con diseño del sistema; y codificación con pruebas y refinamiento. En las primeras etapas participaron enfermeros con experiencia en el tema y en la última, profesionales con formación en tecnologías de la información y las comunicaciones. El análisis de los datos se realizó mediante el cálculo del Índice de Validez de Contenido (IVC), considerando el valor mínimo de acuerdo de 0,78. Para confirmar la viabilidad del IVC se utilizó la prueba binomial mediante el software R. Las variables con p > 0,05 indicaron acuerdo entre los expertos. Resultados: el IVC fue de 0,98 para contenido, 1,0 para usabilidad y 0,85 para desempeño funcional, mostrando que la aplicación desarrollada tiene alta validez. Conclusión: se cree que la aplicación IST Nurse ® representa una importante herramienta tecnológica para fortalecer el cuidado de enfermería basado en evidencias. Por lo tanto, se sugieren estudios de intervención. Objetivo sexual Método requisitos contenido sistema refinamiento última comunicaciones IVC, , (IVC) 078 0 78 0,78 R 005 05 0,0 expertos Resultados 098 98 0,9 10 1 1, 085 85 0,8 funcional Conclusión tanto intervención (IVC 07 7 0,7 00 0, 09 9 08 8

Resumen: El siguiente documento presenta un proceso sistemático del uso de la energía a través de un análisis de indicadores energéticos en un edificio sanitario, donde se afirma la importancia de requerimientos de perfiles de consumo energético con regularidad para establecer indicadores de rendimiento específicos en un hospital. Se analiza un hospital básico situado en la provincia de Cotopaxi (Ecuador), dotado de 15 camas, se realiza un balance energético donde se determina a la energía eléctrica como el mayor portador energético con un 46,84 %, la tarifa eléctrica se evalúa durante el periodo del año (2022), logrando identificar un consumo anual de 124 030 kWh, además se identifica el porcentaje distribuido de energía eléctrica en este hospital, siendo el de mayor consumo los motores eléctricos con un 38 %, e iluminación con un 22 %, encontrando indicadores energéticos que permitieron tomar decisiones para efectuar ahorros de energía mediante el análisis de calidad de energía y lumínica, en base al análisis realizado se implementa un banco de capacitores que ayuda a mejorar el factor de potencia de 0,87 a 0,95 mediante simulación con el software ETAP y la sustitución de lámparas fluorescentes por tecnología LED optimizando el nivel de luminosidad dentro de los niveles permitidos mediante el uso del software DIALux, como resultado final se logra una reducción estimada de energía eléctrica anual de 8 807.69 kWh/año y emisiones de dióxido de carbono en 1 688,43 kg/CO2/año.

Abstract: The following document presents a systematic process of energy use through an analysis of energy indicators in a health building, where the importance of regular energy consumption profile requirements to establish specific performance indicators in a hospital is affirmed. A basic hospital located in the province of Cotopaxi (Ecuador), with 15 beds, is analyzed, an energy balance is made where electricity is determined as the largest energy carrier with 46,84 %, the electricity tariff is evaluated during the period of the year (2022), managing to identify an annual consumption of 124 030 kWh, also identifies the distributed percentage of electricity in this hospital, with the highest consumption of electric motors with 38%, and lighting with 22 %, based on the analysis carried out, a capacitor bank was implemented to help improve the power factor from 0,87 to 0,95 through simulation with the ETAP software and the replacement of fluorescent lamps with LED technology, optimizing the level of luminosity within the permitted levels through the use of the DIALux software. 69 kWh/year and carbon dioxide emissions of 1 688,43 kg/CO2/year.

Resumo Para desenvolver um modelo de simulação que combine os diferentes algoritmos matemáticos de base biológica usados para calcular as necessidades minerais em bovinos de corte, informações teóricas bibliográficas foram compiladas para estabelecer as bases para isso. O modelo foi desenvolvido em ambiente Excel com o auxílio de macros Excel. Nele, foram avaliadas duas formulações de suplementação mineral, sal mineral simples e sal proteico, para bovinos de +-290 kg de peso vivo mantidos em pastagem nativa, a fim de validar o modelo. Tanto o sal mineral quanto o sal proteico apresentaram deficiências para suprir a necessidade dos macrominerais, principalmente o fósforo, com déficit de 56% em média, no caso dos microminerais, todos foram atendidos e apresentaram excessos na oferta, principalmente Fe e Mn, tanto para o sal mineral quanto para o sal proteico. Com relação às simulações de ganho de peso diário, o software apresentou resultados em ambos os casos com ganhos de peso diários inferiores aos obtidos na prática, com uma diferença de 12%.

Resumen Con el objeto de desarrollar un modelo de simulación que compagine los diferentes algoritmos matemáticos de base biológica empleados para el cálculo de necesidades de minerales en bovinos de carne se ha recopilado información teórica bibliográfica tendiente a sentar las bases para el mismo. El modelo fue desarrollado en entorno Excel con ayuda de macros Excel. En el mismo fueron evaluados dos formulaciones de suplementación mineral, sal mineral simple y sal proteinada, para animales bovinos de +-290 kg de peso vivo mantenidos sobre pastizal nativo, con el fin de validar el modelo. Tanto la sal mineral como la sal proteinada manifestaron deficiencias para cubrir el requerimiento de macrominerales, principalmente fósforo, con un faltante de 56% promedio, en el caso de los microminerales, todos ellos fueron cubiertos y manifestaron excesos en la oferta, principalmente Fe y Mn, tanto para la sal mineral como para la sal proteinada. En cuanto a las simulaciones de ganancia diaria de peso el software arrojó en ambos casos resultados con menores ganancias diarias de peso que las obtenidas en la práctica, con una diferencia del 12%.

Abstract In order to develop a simulation model that reconciles the different biological-based mathematical algorithms used to calculate mineral requirements in beef cattle, bibliographic theoretical information has been compiled to lay the foundations for it. The model was developed in an Excel environment with the help of Excel macros. Two mineral samples were evaluated, simple mineral salt and protein salt for beef cattle. For validation were employed beef cattle with +/-290 kg body weight maintained on native pasture. Both, the mineral salt as the protein salt showed deficiencies to cover the mineral requirement of macro minerals, mainly phosphorus with a shortfall of 56 % in average. In the case of the trace minerals they were all covered sufficiently and expressed excesses principally in Fe and Mn, both for the mineral salt and for the protein salt. As for the simulations of daily weight gain, the software yielded results in both cases with lower daily weight gains than those obtained in practice, with a difference of 12%.