Reliability of Upper Extremity Functional Performance Tests for Overhead Sports Activities by Bryan L Riemann, Kevin E Wilk, George J Davies

“…# Background There is lack of consensus on which tests, particularly upper extremity functional performance tests (FPT) that should be used for clinical decision making to progress a patient through a rehabilitation program or criteria for return to sport (RTS). …”
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Is CT pulmonary angiography overutilized in the evaluation of patients with suspected pulmonary embolism? A retrospective study by Rabbani Mahmoud Daoud, Ahmed Majeed Mohamed, Muath Salahuddin Almajthoob, Salim Fredericks, Israa ElSayed Daoud, Moath Mahmoud Daoud, Mahmood AlSaeed

“…We propose integrating an algorithm-based checklist with validated tools like the Wells and Geneva scores into the ePMA system to guide appropriate CTPA referrals, promote evidence-based decision-making, reduce unnecessary imaging, and optimize patient care and resource use.…”
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An Active Inference Model of the Optimism Bias by Elizabeth L. Fisher, Christopher J. Whyte, Jakob Hohwy

“…Our model and the simulations it affords provide a computational basis for understanding how optimism bias may emerge, how it may be expressed in standard tasks used to assess optimism, and how it affects agents’ decision-making and actions; in combination, this provides a basis for future research on optimism as a mental health intervention.…”
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Exploring Factors Affecting Emergency Medical Services Staffs’ Decision about Transporting Medical Patients to Medical Facilities by Abbasali Ebrahimian, Hesam Seyedin, Roohangiz Jamshidi-Orak, Gholamreza Masoumi

“…EMS system managers can consider adequate technical, informational, financial, educational, and emotional supports to facilitate the decision making of their staffs. Also, development of an effective and user-friendly checklist and scoring system was recommended for quick and easy recognition of patients’ needs for transportation in a prehospital situation.…”
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The artificial intelligence-based agricultural field irrigation warning system using GA-BP neural network under smart agriculture. by Xiying Wang

“…The research outcomes contribute to more accurate water resource planning and management, providing a more reliable basis for decision-making.…”
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A framework for ranking potential cities for implementing emerging urban mobility technologies: A case study for eVTOL aircraft by Felix Spühler, Kristian Siebenrock, Ivan Terekhov, Dirk C. Mattfeld

“…Thus, the framework can support in the decision-making process for implementing new mobility technologies, but also support city officials to assess the current state of their city.…”
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Evaluating the Treatment of Diabetic Macular Edema with Aflibercept Based on a Regional Network of Ophthalmologic Care Givers by Haidar Khalil, Siegfried Mariacher, Rupert Strauss, Dominika Podkowinski, Klemens Waser, Matthias Bolz

“…Adherence to the same treating institution seems to be important to avoid differences in therapeutic decision making and may also increase patient’s compliance.…”
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Study of the Complexity Game of Supply Chain Green Innovation Introduction under EPR Policy and Government Subsidies by Xueli Zhan, Yi Tian, Chengjin Liu, Aili Hou, Junhai Ma

“…In the process of model solving, we take a dynamic decision-making way into consideration. We find that the decision adjustment speed of players has a significant effect on the stability, and in a long dynamic repeated game process, with the speed of decision adjustment increasing, the system enters into chaos at the end of the process. …”
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Analyzing the Influence of Online Test-Driving Reviews on the Adoption of Autonomous Vehicles by Chuan Hui Liao, Xuan Zheng Wang, Ren Gang Guo, Siqi Wang

“…This study explores the impact of test-driving reviews (TDRs) on the consumer decision-making process regarding the purchase and usage of AVs. …”
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The Entente’s Support for the White Armies in Southern Russia (Late 1918–1919) by G. G. Popov, T. G. Chshiev, O. Yu. Kazenkov

“…The lengthy strategic decision-making processes of the British Cabinet, characteristic of British democratic and bureaucratic systems, resulted in delayed assistance to Denikin’s troops, ultimately undermining its effectiveness.…”
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The trust paradox: An exploration of consumer psychology and behavior in cross-border shopping using E-commerce mobile applications by Kuo-Jui Liu, Shang-Liang Chen, Ho-Chuan Huang, Mon-Long Gan

“…While perceived risk exhibits a limited direct influence on behavioral intention, its substantial indirect effect through satisfaction underscores the intricate nature of consumer decision-making processes. Utilizing empirical data from Taiwanese consumers, this study provides critical insights into the structural relationships among these constructs, offering both practical implications for CBEC platform strategies and contributions to theoretical development. …”
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Bridging the communication gap in agrometeorological services: Enhancing the uptake and effectiveness for users in developing countries by Vieri Tarchiani, Sebastian Grey

“…Literature highlights that agrometeorological services support agricultural decision-making, boosting farmers’ resilience and income globally. …”
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Clinical Outcomes in Patients Receiving Originator Follitropin Alfa and Follitropin Alfa Biosimilars in Real-world Clinical Practice: A Retrospective Study by Nayana Hitesh Patel, Niket H. Patel, Molina Niket Patel, Harsha K. Bhadarka, Kairavi Sunilkumar Vyas

“…Real-world data comparing clinical outcomes of originator follitropin alfa (Gonal-f®) with its biosimilars are required to enrich the body of evidence for clinical decision-making on choice of drug. Aims: To compare the ART outcomes in patients receiving originator follitropin (Gonal-f®) and its biosimilars in clinical setting. …”
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Update on Surgical Techniques Best Practices to Optimize Outcomes Following Gel Stent Implantation by Vera V, Sheybani A, Panarelli JF, Grover DS, Lee J, Craven ER, Samuelson TW, Ahmed IIK

“…This article aims to increase awareness of these developments to facilitate informed decision-making and improve surgical success and outcomes for patients.Keywords: ab interno, ab externo, glaucoma, intraocular pressure, surgical outcomes, XEN…”
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Correlation between Wages and House Prices: an Analysis of Regional Differences in the Czech Republic by Crnadak, Oskar

“…This analysis provides useful insights for future research and for practical applications in real estate market and regional policy decision-making. …”
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The EU Methodology of Security and Defense Planning by M. V. Alexandrov

“…The author analyses the key EU documents in this field, the structure of the respective EU bodies and the corresponding decision-making process. In particular, the article looks at the security and defence planning responsibilities of the European Council, the Military Committee and the Military Staff as well as the European Defence Agency. …”
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How much can we save by applying artificial intelligence in evidence synthesis? Results from a pragmatic review to quantify workload efficiencies and cost savings by Seye Abogunrin, Jeffrey M. Muir, Clarissa Zerbini, Grammati Sarri

“…These improvements can facilitate the implementation of novel approaches in decision making that consider the real-life value of health technologies. …”
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We cannot repeat history again: a call to action to centre indigenous leadership as we prepare for the next pandemic by Kristy Crooks, Fatima Ahmed, Eric N. Liberda, Peter D. Massey, Kylie Taylor, Elizabeth Harwood, Celine Sutherland, Gisele Kataquapit, Katrina Clark, Nicholas D. Spence, Robert J. Moriarity, Hannah Briggs, Leonard J.S. Tsuji, Nadia A. Charania

“…Abstract Indigenous communities worldwide continue to disproportionately bear the burden during pandemics due to ongoing health inequities and systemic exclusion from pandemic decision-making processes. As the global community prepares for the next pandemic, it is critical to prioritise Indigenous leadership and governance within public health responses. …”
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From Data to Decisions: The Power of Machine Learning in Business Recommendations by Kapilya Gangadharan, Anoop Purandaran, K. Malathi, Barathi Subramanian, Rathinaraja Jeyaraj, Soon Ki Jung

“…The deployment of recommendation engines (RE), driven by advanced algorithms and data analytics, is explored across various domains, showcasing their significant impact on user experience and decision-making processes. These REs not only streamline information discovery and enhance collaboration, but also accelerate knowledge acquisition, which is vital in navigating the digital landscape for businesses. …”
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Can Clinician-Stabilization with Hand-Held Dynamometry Yield a Reliable Measure of Knee Flexion Torque? by Daniel Larson, Daniel Lorenz, Brittany Melton

“…# Background Assessment of knee flexion torque is a relevant clinical measure following various injuries and surgeries to determine progress in rehabilitation and inform decision making. A variety of methods using hand-held dynamometry have been shown to be reliable in obtaining this measure, and typically require a means of external fixation or stabilization. …”
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