Tele-assistance in intellectual disability

2007 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 241-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
Serafino Buono ◽  
Santina Città
Keyword(s):  
Intellectual Disability ◽  
Computer Network ◽  
Medical Support ◽  
Problem Behaviours ◽  
On Line ◽  
Continuous Support ◽  
Case Discussions ◽  
Psychological Educational ◽  
One Year ◽  
Programme Planning

We conducted a trial of multidisciplinary tele-assistance to support 20 families of patients with intellectual disability. Psychological, educational, social and medical support was provided by videoconferencing, email and on-line sharing of diagnostic and rehabilitation tools. The main topics dealt with were self-care, learning processes, adaptation skills, management of problem behaviours and health problems. A computer network was developed which connected workstations at the patients' houses and two main sites at the Oasi Institute. It was based on ISDN transmission. During the study, 840 videoconference sessions and 805 programme planning and case discussions took place. After one year of tele-assistance, most families (84%) stated that they were satisfied with the experience, underlining, among various advantages, the availability of professional and continuous support, the reduction of inconvenient travelling to specialized centres and the increase in adaptation skills of their children. Although the present study was empirical, our experience suggests that tele-assistance can satisfy some of the main needs of persons with intellectual disability and their families.

scholarly journals The On-Line Integrated Mesoscale Chemistry Model BOLCHEM

Atmosphere ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 192
Author(s):  
Rita Cesari ◽  
Tony Christian Landi ◽  
Massimo D’Isidoro ◽  
Mihaela Mircea ◽  
Felicita Russo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Coefficient ◽  
Transport Model ◽  
Horizontal Resolution ◽  
Integration Step ◽  
Chemistry Transport Model ◽  
European Environmental Agency ◽  
On Line ◽  
One Year ◽  
Pm2.5 And Pm10 ◽  
Monitoring Service

This work presents the on-line coupled meteorology–chemistry transport model BOLCHEM, based on the hydrostatic meteorological BOLAM model, the gas chemistry module SAPRC90, and the aerosol dynamic module AERO3. It includes parameterizations to describe natural source emissions, dry and wet removal processes, as well as the transport and dispersion of air pollutants. The equations for different processes are solved on the same grid during the same integration step, by means of a time-split scheme. This paper describes the model and its performance at horizontal resolution of 0.2∘× 0.2∘ over Europe and 0.1∘× 0.1∘ in a nested configuration over Italy, for one year run (December 2009–November 2010). The model has been evaluated against the AIRBASE data of the European Environmental Agency. The basic statistics for higher resolution simulations of O3, NO2 and particulate matter concentrations (PM2.5 and PM10) have been compared with those from Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) ensemble median. In summer, for O3 we found a correlation coefficient R of 0.72 and mean bias of 2.15 over European domain and a correlation coefficient R of 0.67 and mean bias of 2.36 over Italian domain. PM10 and PM2.5 are better reproduced in the winter, the latter with a correlation coefficient R of 0.66 and the mean bias MB of 0.35 over Italian domain.

BOL China

2003 ◽  
Vol 07 (02) ◽  
pp. 115-144
Author(s):  
Juan Antonio Fernandez ◽  
Jennifer Z. Wang ◽  
Dongjun Chen
Keyword(s):  
Performance Measurement ◽  
Measurement System ◽  
Performance Measurement System ◽  
Balanced Score Card ◽  
Score Card ◽  
The World ◽  
On Line ◽  
Business In China ◽  
The Balanced Score Card ◽  
One Year

BOL China was part of the German group Bertelsmann, one of the biggest media groups in the world. The company was the pioneer of e-business in China with the establishment of Bertelsmann on Line (BOL China). The case presents the situation of the company after one year of operations and relates the difficulties of starting an e-business when the infrastructure of the country was limited. It describes the characteristics of e-business and the demands it posed in terms of strategy and operations. Finally, the case also explores the design of a performance measurement system for the e-business, using the Balanced Score-card as a model.

Utility-based models and decision making problems for selected network processes

Kybernetes ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 44 (6/7) ◽  
pp. 1107-1121 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jerzy Jozefczyk ◽  
Dariusz Gasior
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Computer Networks ◽  
Numerical Experiments ◽  
Computer Network ◽  
Investment Planning ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Solution Algorithms ◽  
On Line ◽  
Line Network

Purpose – The concept of utility was the first time applied in Economics. The purpose of this paper is to report its usefulness for the decision making in complex technological systems, in general and in computer networks, in particular. Three selected decision-making problems are considered, corresponding solution algorithms are explained and results of numerical experiments are presented for the selected real-world case study. Design/methodology/approach – Referring to similar decision-making problems in Economics, three problems of different time horizon are investigated: strategic investment planning, short-term network rate allocation and on-line network operating. Deterministic and uncertain versions are taken into account, and the latter one is handled more thoroughly. The formalism of uncertain variables is used to represent the parameter uncertainty which concerns users’ demands for services in computer networks as well as network links’ capacities. Corresponding optimization tasks are presented. Numerical experiments concerning a part of the computer network Pionier working in Poland confirmed the usefulness of the solution algorithms proposed. Findings – The carried out numerical experiments verified the importance and worth of the decision-making algorithms for the Pionier computer network. It particularly concerns the game theory-based algorithm solving the on-line network operating problem which enables calculating the rates for computer links distinctly, i.e., separately for every link. Research limitations/implications – More case studies should be considered to formulate more general corollaries. The application of utility concept for wireless sensor networks needs further studies on solution algorithms. Practical implications – The results can be directly applied to a class of modern computer networks, e.g., content delivery networks, self-managing networks, context aware networks, multilevel virtual networks. Originality/value – The paper presents the unified and systematic approach for individual results previously obtained, and it considers one case study.

A Study of On-Line and Off-Line Turbine Washing to Optimize the Operation of a Gas Turbine

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meherwan P. Boyce ◽  
Francisco Gonzalez
Keyword(s):  
Gas Turbine ◽  
Condition Monitoring ◽  
Thermal Efficiency ◽  
Heat Rate ◽  
Time Period ◽  
On Line ◽  
One Year ◽  
Gas Turbine Compressor ◽  
Isentropic Efficiency ◽  
Proper Condition

This paper highlights the procedure followed in order to establish an effective on-line and off line water wash program on a fleet of 36 small industrial turbines. To determine the efficacy of water washing a program of tests under controlled conditions was organized. With proper condition monitoring techniques, a set of tests were developed in order to identify the proper water wash frequency and the dissolving agent used to water wash. The goal of the water wash program is to maximize turbine power, and efficiency; while minimizing maintenance labor, and material. The Gas Turbine Compressor Isentropic Efficiency, the overall heat rate, and the overall thermal efficiency were used to compare the tests and evaluate the performance of different water wash frequencies and solvents. 8760 points defined each test as the data was taken over a one year time period, at a one hour interval.

scholarly journals Professionalization of non-medical support of women in perinatal period: the significance of the doula profession

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2(30)) ◽  
pp. 231-245
Author(s):  
Justyna Stępkowska ◽  
Anna Królak ◽  
Katarzyna Stępkowska
Keyword(s):  
Perinatal Period ◽  
Medical Support ◽  
On Line

Wprowadzenie:Doula (gr. „kobieta, która służy”) to osoba przeszkolona do udzielania kobiecie i jej rodzinie wsparcia emocjonalnego, fizycznego i informacyjnego w czasie ciąży,porodu i połogu. Cel:Celem pracy jest próba analizy roli i zadań douli na płaszczyźnie zróżnicowanych potrzeb kobiet rodzących z uwzględnieniem wyników wstępnych badań dotyczących opinii i doświadczeń polskich kobiet na temat wsparcia douli w okresie okołoporodowym. Metody: Przeprowadzone badanie miało charakter wstępny. Badaniem ilościowym objęto 526 kobiet z wywiadem położniczym, w wieku od 18 do 50 lat. Próba została podzielona na grupę badaną (kobiety, które kiedykolwiek skorzystały z usług douli) N=62 i grupę kontrolną (kobiety, które nigdy nie korzystały z asysty douli) N=464. Dane zostały zebrane anonimowo, za pomocą autorskiego kwestionariusza w formie badania on-line. Dobór próby celowy. Wyniki poddano analizie statystycznej. Obliczeniawykonano w programie PQStat (wersja 1.6.6). Wyniki: Zawód douli i możliwość skorzystania z jej wsparcia w okresie okołoporodowym nie są szeroko rozpoznawane wśród badanych kobiet w Polsce. Wyniki wskazują na konieczność lepszego wsparcia rodzącej, zwłaszcza w zakresie potrzeb informacyjnych, emocjonalnych oraz wsparcia w zakresie niefarmakologicznych metod łagodzenia bólu porodowego. W opinii badanych kobiet, które korzystały z asysty douli, jej wsparcie miało korzystny wpływ na przebieg okresu okołoporodowego. Wnioski:Wydaje się, że wsparcie douli jako dodatkowa forma opieki na oddziałach położniczych powinna być traktowana bardziej otwarcie. Niezbędna jest również promocja i popularyzacja alternatywnych form wsparcia prenatalnego i poporodowego poprzez kampanie edukacyjne i promocję dedykowanych usług opiekuńczych i wspierających, takich jak usługi douli, w celu zapewnienia lepszej opieki dla kobiet w okresie około porodowym i redukcji czynników stresogennych. Przeprowadzone badania wskazują na potrzebę popularyzowania informacji o istnieniu zawodu douli oraz rozpowszechniania wiedzy o zadaniach i roli douli.

MEDICAL SUPPORT TO LONG-TERM (ONE-YEAR OR LONGER) PILOTED MISSIONS TO ORBITAL STATION «MIR»

2019 ◽  
Vol 53 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-38
Author(s):  
V.V. Bogomolov ◽  
◽  
А.V. Poliakov ◽  
I.V. Kovachevich ◽  
I.V. Alferova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Support ◽  
Orbital Station ◽  
One Year

Crime and Victimization in Cyberspace

2020 ◽  
pp. 248-264
Author(s):  
Maurizio Tonellotto
Keyword(s):  
Information Technologies ◽  
Computer Network ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
On Line ◽  
Harmful Behavior ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Conscious Attention ◽  
The Internet Of Things

The development of information technologies in recent years has transformed our society into a “hyper-connected space” in which the pitfalls, the risks, as well as the damages to the victims have grown exponentially. Identity theft, hacking, information piracy, threats to data integrity, on-line scams, or CEO fraud are the commonplace keywords that are part of the internet of things. Cybercrime can cause serious harm and long-term effects, whether the victims are individuals or companies. It is important to address the definition of “cybercrime,” since the term itself refers to a harmful behavior that is in some way related to a single computer or to a computer network and examine the main types of computer crimes in order to understand which countermeasures can be implemented to counteract these phenomena where the human factor is the fundamental component to promote the concept of “conscious attention” as a necessary resource to limit the risks of “cyber victimization.”

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