Metacognitive awareness can improve students‟ writing proficiency. Engaging and supporting students in the writing process can increase their metacognitive awareness. One of the major factors that impede the smooth acquisition of writing intelligibility by EFL learners is the transfer of L1 linguistic elements into L2, motivation is another alarming factor that affects Arab EFL learners‟ performance and anxiety is another predicament to students‟ performance in writing. The aim of the study is to verify the relationship between metacognitive strategies and other external factors L1 transfer, motivation, and anxiety. The researcher used descriptive statistic methods and the correlation coefficient between Metacognitive Strategies and others factor. Questionnaire technique is used as a method of data collection; the study group was formed from secondary school students Al-Mazar, Irbid. Data were generated through distributing the questionnaire from twenty-two students selected purposively from Irbid secondary school, Jordan. Only students from experimental group were eligible for answering the questionnaire. The data were analyzed by using SPSS program. The results showed that there is a positive and significant correlation between metacognitive strategies and motivation, L1 transfer and anxiety. Metacognitive strategies played an important role to enhance the writing performance among students, whereas the majority reported that they enjoy the writing actives during the class by using metacognitive strategies.

As the quest to counteract the undesirable effects of electric load which create power factors less than unity increases, a novel mid-point converter system is presented. This is a phase-controlled ac to dc converter where the conducting and switching method is on one-to-one basis, unlike the full-bridge converter whose switching goes in pairs. Using the fourier series, the generalized power factor of this system of converter was calculated. From this general power factors, the power factor of the mid-point converter with any number of phases and pulse numbers can be calculated.

Once prescribed, within a hospital structure, the drug will follow a complex circuit, involving many intermediates, human and technical, and leading to the drug administration and its monitoring. From the point of view of pharmaceutical practice, the circuit is of course made of an important logistic part but also of a clinical part often underestimated but nevertheless essential to the safety of the patients during their stay in the hospital. In order to be able to combine the logistic and clinical aspect of the pharmaceutical activity in a hospital environment, it is essential to adopt an appropriate dispensing mode that allows to better secure the patient's medication management. The purpose of this article is to describe the practice of the nominative dispensing in hospital and to share the experience of introduction of this practice at the pharmacy of the Moroccan Institute of Oncology

Despite their well-known harmfulness to human health, pesticides persist largely used for plant cultivation. These molecules are highly resistant to degradation by plant metabolism, while their presence, even as traces is dangerous at phytosanitary quality and environment impact. Now, due to regulations and quality standards, food industries seek to control these contamination risks and conduct research on technologies able to efficiently eliminate pesticide residue traces. Since the mechanisms of eradicating molecules are classified in three ways of evaporation, dissolution, and thermal degradation; the decontamination process should depend on three important factors: i/ the nature of the products (composition and technological/structural aptitude), ii/ the nature of the pesticides (volatility, solubility, and thermal stability), and iii/ the type of the disinfection process. The instant treatment operations have the particularity of 1/ weak thermal degradation because of HTST (high-temperature/short-time) nature; 2/ frail solubilizing by using the steam instead of liquid soaking as heating fluid, and 3/ favorable elimination of vapor molecules through the instant autovaporization. Therefore, the present study aims at the application of the multi-flash autovaporization MFA technology in the treatment of tetrachloro-m-xylene, aldrin, γ-chlordane and dieldrin pesticide residues in the case of rapeseed oil (brute). This resulted in drop-down levels of 45.2%; 30.6%; 32.2%; and 29.2%, respectively for the initial concentrations of 5, 4.51, 1.98 and 3.98 (10-2 mg/kg of oil), respectively. Far from a real optimization of the operation, 51-cycle MFA at a heating temperature of 50 °C reduced the total pesticide concentration from 15.39 to 9.99 (10-2 mg/kg oil) .

Hyperuricemia is commonly seen in subjects with cardiovascular disease and it one of the risk factor for morbidity and mortality with cardiovascular diseases. Uric acid is a product of synthesis from nucleic acids, amino acids, and Kreb's Cycle. Uric acid is biologically active and can stimulate oxidative stress and endothelial dysfunctions, inflammation, and vasoconstriction. The present study tries to evaluate the levels of uric acid in patients suffering from an acute ischemic stroke in comparison with normal subjects. Methods: This prospective cross-sectional study was conducted in the Departments of General Medicine and Biochemistry Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences, Naganoor, Karimnagar. A total of 80 subjects were included in the study. They were divided into two groups. Group I [cases] (n=40) consisted of patients reporting to the Emergency Department within 24 hours of onset of symptoms of stroke. The Group II [controls] (n=40) were the age and sex-matched patients attending the General Medicine OPD with minor complaints. Results: The mean age of Group I (n=40) was 61.42 ± 2.99 years and Group II was (n=40) 48.9 ± 4.53 years. The numbers of the male in Group I were 29 and female were 11 and in control, Group was 20 male and female each. The blood urea Group I was 38.7 ± 5.59 mg/dl and in Group II 30.12 ± 8.86 the p values were not found to be significant. The serum creatinine was 1.13 ± 6.61 in group I and in Group II was 0.91± 0.17 mg/dl and the p values were found to be significant. The uric acid levels were 7.32 ± 2.25 mg/dl in group II and 4.95 ± 1.5 mg/dl in Group I the values were found to be significant. Conclusion: Within the limitations of the present study it can be concluded that serum uric acid levels are significantly associated with ischemic stroke in this group of the population. The other important factors for the risk of ischemic strokes include Hypertension and Diabetes mellitus. There is growing evidence that uric acid may play a key role in the development and progression of cardiovascular diseases

Features of Military English Science and Technology (MEST) have been introduced, and accordingly its translation principles are put forward. At the same time, difficulties in the translation of MEST are analyzed, that is, a large number of professional terms, abbreviations and old words with new meanings making it difficult for translators and interpreters to understand. Meanwhile, MEST are not open to the public, which also reduces translators‘ chances to learn professional materials, resulting in underdeveloped translation studies. To be engaged in translation and related research on MEST, translators must have excellent English language skills, extensive scientific knowledge and solid Chinese language skills to ensure the accuracy of information transmission and to enhance the readability of the translation.

The study investigated the extent of fulfillment of employment responsibilities between the management and employees of PHCN, areas of employment responsibilities, with a view to ascertaining how this influenced the job performance of employees of PHCN, Ibadan Zone. The descriptive survey design was used for the study. A total of 40 management staff and 240 employees were selected using simple random sampling technique. Data for the study were collected using two instruments namely “Employment Responsibilities Inventory” (ERI), and Employees’ Job Performance Scale” (EJPS). The reliability of the instruments was confirmed with the Cronbach Alpha and Split-half results yielded ERI = 0.82 and 0.76 and EJPS = 0.88 and 0.83 respectively. The data collected were analysed using simple percentage, mean, standard deviation and t-test statistical analysis. The results showed that provision of safe working environment (X=3,12, S.D = 0.69) and pay increase to maintain standards of living (X=2.99, S.D. = 0.77) were the major responsibilities required by the employees from their management. It was showed that 61.3% of the employees reported that their management rarely discharged their employment responsibilities to the workers. Also, it was revealed that there was a significant effect of employment responsibilities on employees’ job performance (t-test = 128.9, p < 0.05). It thus concluded that poor fulfillment of employment responsibilities has greatly affected the productivity of employees of PHCN, Ibadan Zone.

This study seeks to examine the relationship between Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Real Effective Exchange Rate (REER) volatility in Nigeria. Using annual time series data from 1980 to 2016, the study adopted the Exponential GARCH model, Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) estimation technique and the Error Correction Mechanism. The major findings of the study reveal that there is a negative correlation between Nigeria’s past and future REER, which further implies that negative shock has less effects on exchange rate volatility when compared with a positive shock. It also found that exchange rate has a very significant effect on FDI in Nigeria while there also exists a long-run relationship between them. The study therefore advocates for a strong foreign exchange policies by the CBN to attract FDI. It also suggests that CBN should be keen on monitoring the financial news in the economy as it could heighten exchange rate and financial market volatilities; which may not be good for the economy’s overall growth and development in the long-run.

Naso-Orbito-Ethmoidal fractures can occur in single entity or in conjunction with other craniofacial fractures. Most often they are associated with frontal Le Fort II or Le Fort III fractures. It involves nasal bones including bony septum, the frontal process of the maxilla and nasal–orbital–ethmoid complex bilaterally. Open and Closed reduction are the two ways of management which are adapted by surgeons according to the situation and severity. This article describes a case report of 21-year male patient with history of road traffic accident who is diagnosed with naso-orbito-ethmoid fracture and was treated with open reduction and internal fixation

The key issues of implementing internet marketing are revealed. Specified for one of the varieties of online marketing– conversion marketing. The general principles for determining the model of Internet marketing conversion are revealed. The basis of formalization of the general model of Internet marketing is offered. The main tasks of the solution of key tasks of the conversion Internet marketing are outlined.

Abstract: Protein- energy malnutrition, wasting and inflammation are frequent complication among patient with Chronic kidney disease (CKD). Malnutrition is associated with cardiac co-morbidity, inflammation and poor survival in CKD patients. Serum albumin is a well-known negative acute phase protein, marker of nutrition in CKD patients. C-reactive protein (CRP), the major acute phase response (APR) protein is elevated in these patients. High CRP levels are linked to the degree of atherosclerosis in coronary, peripheral, and extracranial brain arteries. The aim of the present study was to investigate nutritional factor (albumin) and CRP levels in CKD patients. This cross –sectional study was carried out in the Department of Biochemistry in collaboration with the Department of Medicine, Guru Gobind Singh Medical College & Hospital, Faridkot .Study involved 100 pre dialysis CKD patients (age 40.5 ± 12.3 years) admitted indoor and attending outdoor .Following investigations were carried out –CRP by fluorescence immunoassay method utilizing latex particles coated with CRP monoclonal antibodies (I-chroma). Serum albumin levels on fully automated chemistry analyzer Renal function by estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). The data was later statistically analyzed. The study patients included 57 males (57%) and 43 females (43%) with average age of 40.5±12.3 years. The mean GFR was 38.3 ± 16.4 ml/min/1.73m2. The mean value of CRP was 10.93 ± 1.42 mg /dl. 67% of patients had elevated CRP (> 6 mg/L) with low serum albumin levels were present with mean value (3.02 ± 0.17 gm/dL). This study showed that low albumin and high CRP levels are the main predictors for death. There was a significant difference between CRP and albumin levels in CKD patients (P<0.001). Measuring CRP as a marker of inflammation can be helpful in managing these patients and Low levels of albumin are a marker of poor nutritional status in CKD patients. Our results indicate that CRP(as marker of inflammation) and albumin(as marker of nutritional status ) were very closely related to each other ,as the levels of CRP increased the albumin goes on decreasing due to degree of inflammation , malnutrition and decreased synthesis by liver exists in pre-dialysis CKD patients.

This paper investigates the mechanical properties of an aluminium oxide reinforced Eposand composites. The matrix a brand of epoxy was obtained from Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) and reinforced with particulates of alumina in micro-scale. The resin and hardener were mixed and compounded in the ratio of 2:1 and through the application of centrifugal force was thoroughly compounded with the fillers. Two main mechanical tests of tensile and compression where carried out to obtain tensile, compressive, and yield strength of the composites. Four samples of 10%, 20%, 30%, and 40% by weight of alumina with five replications each were prepared and subjected the tests in accordance with ASTM D3039 and ASTM D3401M for tensile and compressive tests respectively. Maximum compressive strength of 133.3 MPa was recorded for 30% of filler, while maximum tensile strength of 7.9 MPa was obtained 10% of filler. An optimal yield strength of 3.4 MPa was recorded at 20% weight of filler. The analysis showed that the compressive strength increases with increase in percentage weight of alumina.

Projects remain the instruments of choice for policymakers in national and international development. In Africa and other third world countries, development projects play a great role in providing basic social services. The main focus of this study was to access effects of monitoring and evaluation on successful implementation of projects in non-governmental organizations of Kajiado County. The study covered a population is 110 employees and used stratified random sampling where 50% of the entire target population formed the sample size 55) of the study. Data was collected from both primary and secondary sources using questionnaires. The findings were presented using graphs, pie charts and table diagrams respectively depending on the techniques. Based on the study findings, monitoring and evaluation 95% said it affects successful implementation of projects in non-governmental organizations of Kajiado County while 5% disagreed, on staff training 88% said it affects successful implementation of projects in non-governmental organizations of Kajiado County while 12% disagreed, The researcher recommends that monitoring and evaluation of project since it is very essential in improving performance, is also very complex, multidisciplinary and skill intensive processes. In relation to staff training the nongovernmental organizations should be able to improve the competency of personnel. It was highly recommended that monitoring and evaluation of project since it is very essential in improving performance, is also very complex, multidisciplinary and skill intensive processes.

Present studies at home and abroad on V.S. Naipaul‟s novel In a Free State is not enough in the aspect of textual analysis. The in-depth studies in this aspect are wanted. This thesis aims to analyze the image existing in the title novella of In A Free State, one of the five novellas in the collection of In a Free state. By discussing the symbolic meaning of the three images and then comparing the symbolic meanings of these images, it can be inferred that Naipaul tends to criticize the mimic of the western civilization but praises the traditional African civilization.

Acute intestinal obstruction is a common surgical emergency that a general surgeon comes across and one has to accomplish the skills of diagnosing art of Surgery and knowledge of postoperative management, which carries gratifying results. With this in mind, we in this study the tried to evaluate the symptomatology of Intestinal Obstruction to study the various causes of intestinal obstruction modalities of surgical procedures and its outcome. Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted at the Department of General Surgery, Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences, Karimnagar. A total of hundred patients belonging to both sex groups were included in the study. All patients were evaluated thoroughly from their history and clinical examination. Patients with signs and symptoms of acute obstruction were managed by appropriate surgical procedure after resuscitation and the diagnosis was established. The postoperative period was monitored carefully and all parameters were recorded hourly or fourth hourly basis depending upon the resuscitation and the diagnosis was established. Results: The most common involved age group was 31 - 40 having 40% of the patients followed by 14 – 50 has 38%. Adhesions are the most common cause of intestinal obstruction accounting for 36% of the cases. Malignancy of the large bowel was found to cause obstructive features with a single case being due to ascending colon growth, one case of small bowel tumor and the 7 is due to recto-sigmoid growth, 2 descending colon, thus a total of 11 cases of malignant obstruction. 39 patients who underwent surgical procedure had no complications. 25 patients had wound infection with wound gaping and had to be treated with secondary suturing. 8 patients who underwent surgery expired with an overall mortality rate of 8 %. Conclusion: Clinical radiological and operative findings put together can bring about the best and accurate diagnosis of intestinal obstruction. Intestinal obstruction with tuberculosis of the intestine is more likely to develop postoperative complications, proper anti-tubercular management is necessary to prevent mortality and morbidity.