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Dental treatment takes place in a multidisciplinary way, being fundamental the association between different specialties to reach aesthetic and functional excellence. The aim of this study was to evaluate dental enamel bond strength from resinous extensions remaining from orthodontic bracket debond, after different treatments and periods of storage. 60 dental units were randomly divided into 3 treatment groups: MD (multilaminated drill), MD + B (multilaminated drill followed by aluminum oxide blasting) and C (control). All groups had orthodontic brackets bonded and then debonded.

Nursing theories represent one of the elements that compose the specific language in order to consolidate the nursing knowledge. The objective of this study is to analyze the concepts meaning of the Basic Human Needs Conceptual Model, proposed by Wanda Horta. Theoretical-reflexive study carried out from June to October 2017, based on the Significance component of the Critical Analysis of Theory model, proposed by Walker and Avant. The conceptual model of Basic Human Needs, present concepts that give meaning to nursing practice.

The National Neonatal Screening Program (PNTN) was implemented in Brazil in 2001. This program aims to improve coverage over 15 years and the prevalence of sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait. The objective of this manuscript was to evaluate in the last 15 years the work developed by the National Neonatal Screening Program regarding the coverage index, disease prevalence and sickle cell trait in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. It is a cross-sectional retrospective study carried out with the results of neonatal screening for hemoglobinopathies from 2001 to 2015.

Bricks are one of the common building material around the world. In many areas there is already a shortage of natural material for production of the conventional bricks. As the demand of clay increases the cost also increases. An alternate method to decrease the usage of clay is by incorporating the waste material into the clay bricks. The utilisation of these wastes will help to reduce the negative effects of their disposal. This paper presents a review on utilization of waste materials to produce bricks.

Background: Pulmonary fibrosis (PF) is a disabling and life-threatening disease, involved in inflammatory processes which proceed in fibroblast proliferation and consequent increase of connective tissue in lung parenchyma, leading to deterioration of function. Objective: to determinate the effectiveness of a new method of inducing pulmonary fibrosis with bleomycin (BLM) injected into the lumen of the trachea aided by palpation in rat. Materials and methods: The sample was consisted of 18 rats subjected to induced pulmonary fibrosis and their controls.

Thyroidectomy is a surgical removal of the thyroid gland, whether partial or total.The purpose of this study was to report our experience of thyroidectomy compared to the review of the literature in Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery of the Donka National Hospital. The study was retrospective which concerned 60 cases of patients who had undergone thyroidectomy between 1 January 2009 and 31 December 2013. The prevalence of thyroidectomy was 3.22%. The subjects aged 40 to 49 constituted 46.66% of the series. We found a female predominance (81.66%).

Objective: Extruded lumbar disc herniation is a common disease involving back pain and radicular pain. Some cases require surgical intervention for persistent severe pain. In other cases, transforaminal epidural steroid injection is the treatment of choice. This study evaluated the effect of transforaminal epidural steroid injections for radicular pain caused by extruded disc herniation. Materials and Methods: Patients not benefiting from previous medical treatments and those not wanting surgical intervention were included in this study.

Objective: This research evaluates alcohol consumption among nursing students in an institution of higher education in the hinterland of Paraiba. Methodology: We conducted a cross-sectional study with a quantitative approach with a sample of 70 nursing students. Results: There was a prevalence of alcoholism of 84.29%. The main beverages used were 60% for beer, whiskey distilled and 7,15% with 7.1%. Consumption is higher among male students, the main reason why the experiences the influence of alcohol to friends.

Background: Speed, jump, agility are important components in basketball. Lack of skills in a variety of directions and in an uncontrolled manner has been shown to predispose a person to several musculoskeletal injuries and significantly affect a person’s level of performance. Objective: To determine the effectiveness of PNF stretching and Low Intensity Plyometrics training for improving vertical jump height and agility. Method: 60 participants of college basketball players were allocated into two groups (30 participants in each group). The outcome measure used was SVJT and IA test.

Study Objectives: To determine if there are therapeutic effects of Kinesio tape on a grade I lateral ankle sprain, using an ASO as the control group. Design: comparative study. Setting: Subjects were taken from 9 different high schools in 2 sister counties Methods: All 25 subjects are athletes, who suffered a grade I lateral ankle sprain. 12 athletes were in the Kinesio tape group and 13 of the athletes were in the ASO brace group (control group).