FINGER-RINGS WITH HAND IMAGES

В статье представлен краткий свод перстней с изображением раскрытой кисти руки, обнаруженных на территории древней Руси и Волжской Булгарии. Более подробно рассматриваются перстни, обнаруженные в Великом Новгороде. Эти изделия представляли серийную продукцию, производившуюся на продажу. Специфика декора и ограниченный период бытования перстней позволяет рассматривать эту категорию украшений как хронологический маркер XIV в. The paper presents a short list of finger-rings featuring an open palm of the hand discovered in Medieval Russia and Volga Bulgaria. It provides a detailed review of the rings found in Velikiy Novgorod. These items were serial products made for sale. Distinctive decorative features and a limited period of such finger-rings use allow consider this category ofjewelry as a chronological marker of the 14th century.

Documentary testimonies about the national music in European culture Historiographical journey (XVI—XVII centuries

The study brings to the forefront some reference information on the connections of national oral music with the European space. The sources of documentation, to which we turn, allow a first finding, according to which our music enters the attention of the West in the XVI century. Firstly, we refer to the first records of folklore, which appeared in publications in Poland, Germany and France, and which are found in tabulations, anthologies and (or) collections of music. Once they have come out of print and have been put into circulation, they reach the creative laboratory of European artistic personalities, who have gone on to capitalize on our ethnic music in various forms and genres. We catalog some creations through concrete examples, having as a source of suggestion the local melody. Along the way, the actual musical documents from the period under investigation are supplemented with data and information from adjacent fields. The paper takes into account the contribution of foreign authors in a limited period of time (XVI–XVII centuries), who through their contribution have facilitated the promotion of the originality of our musical culture, increasing its visibility and value on the European continent.

Long peripheral catheters in neonates: filling the gap between short peripheral catheters and epicutaneous-caval catheters?

Introduction: Non-critically ill neonates at times require venous access to provide peripherally compatible infusions for a limited period (more than 3 days). In such a situation, short peripheral cannulas are not appropriate as their average duration is about 2 days, while—on the other hand—epicutaneous-caval catheters may be too invasive. In these patients, insertion of long peripheral cannulas may be an effective option. Methods: In this observational retrospective study, we revised all “long” peripheral catheters (4 and 6 cm long) inserted by direct Seldinger technique in our neonatal intensive care unit when peripheral venous access was required for more than 3 days. Results: We inserted 52 2Fr polyurethane catheters, either 4 cm long ( n = 25) or 6 cm long ( n = 27) in 52 patients. Mean dwelling time was 4.17 days (range 1–12). Most devices were inserted in the cephalic vein ( n = 18, 35%), and the rest in the saphenous vein ( n = 11, 21%) and other superficial veins. There was no significant correlation between the duration of the device and type of infusion ( p = 0.40). The main complications were infiltration ( n = 16, 31%) and phlebitis ( n = 8, 15%). The rate of removal due to complications was significantly higher ( p < 0.01) in neonates with bodyweight <2000 g at the time of insertion. Conclusion: In our experience, 2 Fr 4–6 cm long peripheral catheters may be a valid option for neonates requiring peripherally compatible infusions for more than 3 days. The limits of this study are the necessity of training in the technique of insertion and the small size of our sample. The longest dwell was observed in neonates weighing >2000 g at the time of LPC insertion.

Practicing with Respect: What Does that Mean for Teachers Working with Infants

<p>This qualitative case study examines the teaching practices, inspired by the Pikler approach and RIE philosophy, in one infant and toddler centre in a main city of New Zealand. Specifically the practices studied were primary caregiving, freedom of movement and respect for infants’ confidence and competence. Recommendations for practitioners are made at the conclusion of this thesis. Data were collected through non-participant observations, semistructured interviews with teachers, a focus group interview with parents, and collation and analysis of relevant documentation. The framework for data interpretation and analysis was based on a thematic coding of observations and interview data. The findings indicated that a culture of respect was embedded throughout all aspects of teachers’ interactions with children, colleagues and parents within the centre. Respect, defined as treating with consideration, was the overarching feature underpinning the values and actions of teachers. Teachers engaged in ways that would suggest they accept each person as an individual with rights and freedoms. Teachers invited children to engage with them and no action would be initiated for or with a child without his or her agreement. This agreement was shown through cues and gestures, to which the teachers were all highly attuned. Teachers slowed their pace intentionally and offered children choices in their care and education. Peaceful observation from teachers enhanced their ability to interpret individual children’s needs and wants and they would provide support for children rather than intervene unnecessarily. Limitations to this research included the fact that I only studied one early childhood centre and completed observations over a limited period of two weeks. The centre studied had ratios better than the minimum ratios required by early childhood regulations, which means</p>

Practicing with Respect: What Does that Mean for Teachers Working with Infants

<p>This qualitative case study examines the teaching practices, inspired by the Pikler approach and RIE philosophy, in one infant and toddler centre in a main city of New Zealand. Specifically the practices studied were primary caregiving, freedom of movement and respect for infants’ confidence and competence. Recommendations for practitioners are made at the conclusion of this thesis. Data were collected through non-participant observations, semistructured interviews with teachers, a focus group interview with parents, and collation and analysis of relevant documentation. The framework for data interpretation and analysis was based on a thematic coding of observations and interview data. The findings indicated that a culture of respect was embedded throughout all aspects of teachers’ interactions with children, colleagues and parents within the centre. Respect, defined as treating with consideration, was the overarching feature underpinning the values and actions of teachers. Teachers engaged in ways that would suggest they accept each person as an individual with rights and freedoms. Teachers invited children to engage with them and no action would be initiated for or with a child without his or her agreement. This agreement was shown through cues and gestures, to which the teachers were all highly attuned. Teachers slowed their pace intentionally and offered children choices in their care and education. Peaceful observation from teachers enhanced their ability to interpret individual children’s needs and wants and they would provide support for children rather than intervene unnecessarily. Limitations to this research included the fact that I only studied one early childhood centre and completed observations over a limited period of two weeks. The centre studied had ratios better than the minimum ratios required by early childhood regulations, which means</p>

Growth and Hepatic Insulin-Like Growth Factor-I Gene Expression in Dominant and Subordinate Oreochromis Niloticus L Under Limited Period of Physical Interaction

Social stress is known to regulate several aspects of the teleost physiology. This study explored the influence of limited period of physical interaction on growth and hepatic insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) messenger RNA (mRNA) expression of the fish. Twenty all-male Oreochromis niloticus were isolated for 10 days and were used in a social pair study. After the social interaction was settled, dominant and subordinate individuals in a pair were reared separately in one aquarium separated by glass divider. The fish were fed at the same rate daily to remove the possible effect of nutrition. The glass divider was removed 10 min daily for social interaction. Weight was monitored on Days 2, 7 and 14 during the experimental period, then hepatic IGF-I mRNA expression was quantified. During the 14 days social experiment, mean specific growth rate of dominant fish (1.6%·day−1) was significantly higher (P<0.01) than that of the subordinate fish (0.9%·day−1). Dominant fish also had 2.5 fold significantly higher (P<0.05) mean IGF-I mRNA expression than that of subordinate fish. These indicate that even under limited period of physical contact but with period of visual communication, social status regulates growth and hepatic IGF-I gene expression in this species of fish. There was also a significant positive correlation (r = 0.52; P<0.01) between growth and IGF-I mRNA level which supports the previous studies that hepatic IGF-I gene expression has a potential utility as an instantaneous growth rate indicator for O. niloticus.

Let Us Let the Spectators Back in!

: COVID-19 has stricken the world since the beginning of 2020. The pandemic is not controlled yet, and also the new variants of the virus are rapidly spreading. To reduce the virus's person-to-person transmission rate, health authorities and the government applied limitations to all activities (including sports activities). As a result, all football matches and team training worldwide were suspended for a limited period until a reduced infection risk was recognized. Even though training and competitions were gradually resuming worldwide, no spectators were allowed to attend any matches. After the successful experience of resuming football matches and tournaments following tight restrictions in keeping the players, staff, and organizers safe, it is time to let the spectators back in the stadiums and establish the needed guidelines. This commentary will highlight the most important aspects and issues that need to be addressed if the football federation and associations decide to let the spectators back into the stadiums, as football will lose its enthusiasm and financial turnover.

Mapping Kesiapan Wajib Pajak terhadap Berakhirnya Penggunaan Peraturan Pemerintah No 23 Tahun 2018

This study aims to determine the extent of the readiness of taxpayers in the transition to the use of government regulation no. 23 of 2018 (PP 23/2018) towards the use of tariffs in Article 17 of the Income Tax Law (UU PPh). The purpose of issuing PP 23/2018 is the government's policy in simplifying taxpayers in carrying out tax administration, but PP 23/2018 can not always be applied but there is a limited period of use as a form of taxpayer learning taxpayers to improve taxpayer compliance. The research sample was determined by snowball and purposive sampling, namely taxpayers in the form of limited shares with data obtained from observations, interviews and documentation. The data analysis technique used is the Miles and Hubberman qualitative analysis technique. The results of the study indicate that taxpayers have understood in carrying out bookkeeping but understanding of Article 17 of the Income Tax Law is still low, taxpayers have not received information about the time limit for using PP 23/2018. Keywords: PP 23/2018; Bookkeeping; Article 17 of the Income Tax Law.

Basic Counseling Skills: Working With People With Aphasia and Their Families

Purpose People with aphasia (PWA) and their families experience dramatic changes to many facets of life following stroke or other brain injury. With these changes comes complex loss and grief that can lead to chronic stress and depression, and impact recovery and rehabilitation. Clinicians working with PWA are often unsure how to best address these experiences and reactions. This tutorial introduces an approach to building the therapeutic alliance and navigating challenging conversations with clients and families using basic counseling skills that can be adapted to varying situations and clinical contexts. In addition to demonstrating each skill using example scenarios (Part 1), these skills are applied to the evolving stages of crisis and recovery experienced by many clients with communication impairment and their families—from injury onset to adjustment to chronic aphasia (Part 2). Conclusions Clinicians can adapt a set of basic counseling skills to promote effective therapeutic relationships and change in the lives of their clients across the contexts of recovery and rehabilitation. Although the clinician and client may work together for a relatively limited period of time, these flexible skills can help galvanize client engagement and participation in clinical activities, yield high-quality client information for treatment planning, and motivate clients as they navigate life with aphasia.