bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Risk factors of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in Pakistani population: a matched case-control study
Authors: Ali Bin Sarwar Zubairi  , Rabbani Unaib , Hassan Maryam , Fatmi Zafar , Ahmed Naseem , Ali Akbar Shoukat , Rizvi Nadeem
Published: August 2023

Objective: To evaluate the factors associated with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis risk.
Method: The case-control study was conducted from January 5, 2017, to September 4, 2018, at the private-sector Aga Khan University Hospital and the public-sector Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre, two large tertiary care centres in Karachi, and comprised adult patients of either gender with diagnosed idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, as defined by the Indian Chest Registry. Subjects without idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis but registered with the department of pulmonology of the two hospitals were enrolled as controls. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire, and anthropometric measurements were noted for each subject. Gastroesophageal reflux disease was assessed using GerdQ. This was followed by serological evaluations and spirometry. Data was analysed using SPSS 21.
Results: Of the 459 subjects, 154(33.6%) were cases and 305(66.4%) were controls. Among the cases, 81(52.6%) were females and 73(47.4%) were males with mean age 66.1±10.9 years. Among the controls, 162(53.1%) were females and 143(46.9%) were males with mean age 64.6±11.1 years (p>0.05.) The most common ethnicity was Urdu-speaking; 89(58%) among the cases and 150(49%) among the controls (p<0.05). Ethnicity, number of persons in the household per room, and type of house were significantly associated with the risk of developing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Ethnicity, type of house and the number of persons in a household per room were found to be the significant risk factors for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis IPF.
Key Words: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, Risk factors, Epidemiology, Pakistan.
Management of ectopic eruption of bilateral mandibular first permanent molars: a case report and literature review
Authors: Zhang Dandan , Shi Qiongling , Fang Linxian , Jiang Wenxiang , Han Jie , Wu Zhifang
Published: August 2023

Ectopic eruption of the first permanent molars is a local eruption disturbance. The frequency of ectopically erupted first permanent molars is predominant in boys and primarily affects the maxilla. Interceptive treatment for irreversible ectopic eruptions should be initiated early to prevent space loss and the impaction of the second premolars. Herein, we report the case of a six-year-old girl with irreversible ectopic eruption of the bilateral mandibular first permanent molars treated with a modified lingual arch. The mandibular first permanent molars were successfully distalised after six months of treatment, and one year of follow-up showed a satisfactory outcome. The modified lingual arch satisfies not only the clinical aspects of treatment but also the patient’s well-being. However, the lingual arch may disturb tooth eruption in the mixed-dentition stage.
Key words: Ectopic eruption; Mandibular first permanent molar; Modified lingual arch.
Clinico-hematological profile of chronic lymphoproliferative disorders in patients presenting with lymphocytosis
Authors: Rashid Anila , Syed Saqlain Ali Meerza  , Huma Mansoori  , Muhammad Shariq Shaikh
Published: August 2023

Objective: To assess the spectrum and clinico-haematological profile of chronic lymphoproliferative disorders in patients presenting with lymphocytosis.
Method: The cross-sectional, retrospective study was conducted at the Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, and comprised data related to cases of bone marrow aspirate and trephine from January to November 2020. Patients for whom the bone marrow was done for lymphocytosis were studied for the presence of lymphoproliferative disorders, sub-types and patients’ characteristics. The diagnosis and classification were based on the World Health Organisation criteria for tumours of haematopoietic and lymphoid tissues. Data was analysed using SPSS 21.
Results: Of the 3,334 bone marrow specimens tested, 103(3%) were related to lymphocytosis. Of these, 84(82%) were diagnosed with lymphoproliferative disorders, while diagnosis remained undetermined in 19(18%) cases. Male:female ratio was 3.6:1 and median age was 60 years (range: 21-85 years). Constitutional symptoms were found in 61(73%) patients. Median absolute lymphocyte count was 45x109/L (range: 5.3-480). All 84(100%) patients were classified as B-cell lymphoproliferative disorder. Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia was the most common form, 61(73%), and 31(51%) of them presented with advanced stage disease.
Conclusion: A huge majority of patients presenting with lymphocytosis had underlying lymphoproliferative disorders of which B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukaemia was found to be the most common.
Key Words: Lymphoproliferative disorder, Lymphocytosis, Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, Bone marrow, Pakistan.
Extra neural metastasis of glioblastoma multiforme: a literature review
Authors: Shoaib Faryal , Muhammad Furrukh  , Mushtaq Fahad , Sayeed Sana , Nasir Humaira , Ghafoor Hashaam
Published: August 2023

Extra-neural metastases of glioblastoma multiforme are uncommon with unidentified metastatic mechanism. There is no consensus over optimum treatment regimen. The current narrative review was planned to illuminate the presence criteria, sites of metastatic spread, incidence, mechanism, risk factors and management.
Key Words: Glioblastoma multiforme, Extra-neural metastases, Spread, Mechanism, Risk factors.
Nodular posterior scleritis with associated choroiditis masquerading as a choroidal tumour- A Case Report
Authors: Muhammad Amer Awan  , Mohsin Fatima , Abdullah Ahmed  , Muhammad Suhail Sarwar  , Tahir Hashmi
Published: August 2023

We report a case of nodular posterior scleritis in a 25-year-old male who presented with a 14-day history of unilateral decline in vision, pain, and redness in his right eye. Slit lamp examination of the right eye revealed dilated episcleral vessels present nasally as well as a choroidal mass at the nasal periphery of the fundus, associated with choroidal oedema. Systemic evaluation and imaging of the choroidal mass were performed to rule out choroidal tuberculoma and choroidal metastasis. Ultrasound B-scan of the right eye showed marked thickening of the nasal sclera resulting in sympathetic choroidal oedema without the characteristic T-sign. Nodular posterior scleritis with associated choroiditis, was diagnosed without any underlying systemic illness. The patient was immediately started on systemic steroids and later on subcutaneous Methotrexate as advised by the rheumatologist, to which he responded well and his vision significantly improved from 6/60 to 6/9, gradually during his treatment course.
Hypertriglyceridemia induced pancreatitis management – a case report
Authors: Mufti Aisha Kulsoom , Ullah Naqeeb , Hayat Muhammad , Aimal Khan Muhammad
Published: August 2023

Acute pancreatitis results in high morbidity and mortality. Gallstones and alcoholism are considered leading causes of acute pancreatitis. However, increasing prevalence of obesity, diabetes and lifestyle choices has resulted in Hypertriglyceridemia induced pancreatitis (HTAP) becoming more common. HTAP is said to be more severe than other causes. The treatment options available vary including intravenous (IV) insulin, heparin, plasma exchange, fibrates, niacin, omega three fatty acids and dietary restrictions. This is a case report of a patient presenting with HTAP and the dilemma treating physicians faced in trying to balance the need for urgent treatment with invasiveness of procedure and paucity of evidence.
Keywords: Hypertriglyceridemia induced Acute pancreatitis (HTAP), Lipoprotein lipase (LPL), Triglycerides (TG). Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS), Hypertriglyceridemia (HTG), Infusions, Intravenous (IV).
A qualitative exploration of experiences and perceptions in recent parents screening positive for perinatal depression in Karachi, Pakistan
Authors: Atif Maria , Saeed Zeba , Halaki Mark , Chow Chin Moi , Raynes-Greenow Camille
Published: August 2023

The narrative review was planned to qualitatively analyse the experiences, factors and context of parents screening positive for perinatal depression in Karachi. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted to explore the experiences and perceptions of participants during pregnancy, birth and 10-12 weeks after birth. Seven men and 20 women participated in the in-depth interviews. Factors in the perinatal period that affected new parents included sleep disturbances, emotional stressors linked to preference for a male child, a lack of social support, financial burdens of perinatal care, personal frustrations caused by an inability to comprehend the signs and symptoms of perinatal depression, denial to admit challenging issues concerning mental health and social disapproval with expressing mental health issues. There is an imminent need for appropriate initiatives to raise awareness about perinatal depression, and the provision of adequate perinatal mental health services for Pakistani women and men.
Some empirical observations on the correlates of quackery propensity in Sindh's populace
Authors: Khan Rehan
Published: August 2023

The current research provides an insight into what are the factors that influence people in Sindh to seek medical treatment from a quack. For this purpose an observational qualitative study was carried out between December 1, 2020 and June 30, 2022. The study used a purposive sampling technique, and the sample size was measured using data from anti-quackery campaigns run in 29 Sindh districts. To identify and collect data on quacks, a quackery-regulatory-intervention-induced questionnaire was used. The public's propensity for quacks is due to a number of factors, including: (1) simple and compounding ignorance among those seeking medical care; (2) quacks are more persuasive than doctors, (3) low doctor-to-patient ratios result in less interaction between the two, which dissatisfies the patients;
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Improved treatment for diabetes type 2 associated heart failure
Authors: Alamgir Muhammad Usman
Published: August 2023

Respected Editor, Heart failure is when the heart muscle becomes stiff, weakened or enlarged, which makes it unable to pump blood effectively throughout the body. This can lead to a fluid buildup in the body, shortness of breath, fatigue, and other symptoms. Heart failure (HF) has many causative factors. However, the rising incidence and mortality rates of diabetes associated with heart failure have transformed it into a significant public health issue in Pakistan. Based on estimates from the International Diabetes Federation in a 2022 study, Pakistan has the highest comparative prevalence of diabetes, reaching 30% in 2021. It is projected to exceed 33% by 2045, maintaining its position at the top. When ranked by the number of adults with diabetes, Pakistan ranks third in 2021 and is predicted to retain this position in 2045. China and India hold the first and second positions,respectively.1 Diabetes prevalence in adults almost doubled between 1980 and 2014 worldwide.2 While there exist various risk factors such as hypertension, renal dysfunction, coronary artery disease, heart valve problems, cardiomyopathy, and obesity, among others, for HF. Diabetes mellitus was independently associated with an 80% increased risk of HF.3 The standard treatment as per the study published in 2001 treatment for congestive HF is therapy with ACE inhibitors, Beta-blockers, and diuretics. Digoxin for patients with atrial fibrillation. Aldosterone antagonists recommended in patients with stable New York Heart Association class III or IV HF. If ACE inhibitors are not tolerated, angiotensin receptor blockers, hydralazine and isosorbide are recommended.4 There have been clinical trials in people with diabetes to see if diabetes drugs can also treat and/or reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. In clinical trials, a type of diabetes drug, sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT-2is, including canagliflozin, dapagliflozin, empagliflozin, and ertugliflozin), has helped people with both diabetes and cardiovascular disease.5 Considering the rising risk of diabetes associated with heart failure in Pakistan, physicians should encourage the use of SGLT2 inhibitors like dapagliflozin and empagliflozin. Furthermore, doctors will be able to manage the disease and prevent it from reaching its final stages more effectively if improved screening techniques for diabetes are introduced and implemented; such as widespread access to blood glucose testing, utilizing risk assessment tools such as questionnaires or predictive algorithms can identify individuals who are at a higher risk of developing diabetes and target them for testing. Moreover, making lifestyle modifications such as quitting smoking and limiting alcohol consumption.
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Appalling pregnancy outcomes in flood-affected areas
Authors: Iqbal Minahil , Iqbal Humyail , Babar Waleed
Published: August 2023

Respected Madam,
Floods are one of the most common types of natural disasters leading to enormous morbidity and mortality in a developing country like Pakistan. Pakistan is ranked 9th among  flood-affected countries worldwide and in 2022 floodwater has submerged over one-third of the country in water, killing over 1,000 and impacting 33 million people. (1) Flood-affected areas serve as ideal breeding grounds for pathogens, severely disrupting livelihoods and impacting the health of the vast majority and adversely influencing the lives of pregnant women.
In 2021 Erin et al. reported the impact of the flood on pregnancy, health, birth outcomes and postpartum mental health. They stated that  pregnant women in the first trimester are at high risk of having low birth weight (LBW) babies and a reduction in fetal growth rate in areas of major floods. (2) This is not the only study to show these results. A systematic review shows the increased prevalence of preterm birth, at the same time, highlighting increasing incidents of gestational hypertension, increased rate of LBW birth, gestational hypertension, preeclampsia and eclampsia after the flood. (3) A study published after the 2012 floods in Pakistan raised serious concerns regarding diarrhoea, skin & eye infections, leptospirosis, malaria, leishmaniasis, respiratory infections and hepatitis being prevalent in flooded areas of Pakistan. (4) The major concern author wants to highlight is the health of pregnant women and growing fetuses being particularly vulnerable to direct and indirect impacts of natural disasters. The poor standards of hygiene in camps set up for women displaced by the floods also contribute to pregnancy-related complications including sepsis.
A recent report by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has stated s a need for providing healthcare facilities to almost 650,000 pregnant women in flood-affected areas in Pakistan. (5) Flood-affected areas need medical aid to mitigate pregnancy-related complications in relief camps. But no research done on the Pakistani population in flood-affected areas directly highlights the outcome of flood on pregnancy and fetal well-being.
The author suggests a data collection and assessment approach and reporting system to evaluate pregnancy-related complications in flood-affected areas; so that future policy, clinical and research strategies are based on research and get adopted to mitigate the effects of future floods on pregnancy outcomes. In addition to this, trained healthcare workers, robust health systems and gender-sensitive responses should be set in place in responding to flood emergencies.
Towards the future – Telerehabilitation in stroke care in Pakistan
Authors: Anwer Anusha , Fatima Maham , Zakai Aabia
Published: August 2023

Stroke is the third leading cause of death globally. Pakistan, a low-middle income country (LMIC), reports approximately 350 000 new stroke cases annually, including 20 000 cases each year from Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city populated by 12 million people1.
Telerehabilitation is a fairly new branch of telemedicine, defined as the provision of rehabilitation amenities by experts to the patient using telecommunication technology. It reduces hospital stay and expense, thus proving beneficial for both the patient and healthcare provider. Its use is more common in high-income countries (HICs) than LMICs. Popular systems like the Rehab@Home2 framework are examples of telerehabilitation models for patients suffering from stroke3.
There is a shortage of literature to comprehensively comment on the impact of telerehabilitation on stroke patients in LMICs. However, telehealth in neurology, termed teleneurology, has the potential for advancement in the treatment of patients with neurological diseases in LMICs, as they have the highest incidence of neurological disorders. A paper proposed that establishing a teleneurology network for Sub-Saharan Africa consisting of transcontinental, inter-regional, intraregional, and national networks will allow neurologists and neurology residents from LMICs to consult with their counterparts in HICs, thus improving the overall quality of the healthcare system4.
Pakistan only has 3.2% of the current GDP devoted to the health sector, leading to limited medical facilities nationwide. The outbreak of Covid led to an uplift in the growth of telehealth which encourages evolution in the future. However, this advancement in the use of telehealth has been hindered by several factors since its inception in 2003, including a lack of legal framework and laws for the establishment of new programs, lack of sustainable support from the government, deficiency of funds and resources for the organization of infrastructure, distant rural areas with poverty, low literacy rate, limited cell phone ownership, and internet access. The scarcity of qualified doctors and trained paramedics or nurses and lack of awareness is another significant impediment as depicted by a survey, which informed that 98.2% of doctors employed in the public health sector in Karachi recorded a paucity of training workshops or conferences for telemedicine5. Hence, measures to overcome these barriers like investments from HICs, training workshops from pioneers of the field, and healthcare professionals who can offer services in multiple languages are some of the factors that can aid in effectively introducing telerehabilitation for the masses.
The Non-adherence to iron chelation therapy (ICT) among transfusion-dependent thalassemia (TDT) patients in Pakistan
Authors: Fariha Arif  , Zunaira Qazi  , Amna Maqsood
Published: August 2023

Madam,
Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder caused by ineffective erythropoiesis. Worldwide, it is among the most common genetic disorders. In Pakistan, around 5000 babies are born with this deadly disease every year.¹
Besides stem cell transplant the regular blood transfusion is the only treatment for thalassemia major. As one pint of blood contains 200-250 mg of iron, these transfusions ultimately lead to iron overload in the body. Consequently, excessive iron deposits in the internal organs such as the liver, heart, and endocrine organs.2 To forestall iron overload in TDT patients, ICT is mandatory. Currently, three drugs are recommended, deferoxamine, deferiprone, and deferasirox.3 Although these drugs are vital for iron excretion, it has been reported that 3-8 people out of 10 are non-compliant with these drugs.4
Besides social, economic, and behavioral factors, patient-related, medication-related, and socio-cultural barriers play vital roles in management through ICT. According to a survey conducted in Malaysia by Chong CC et.al, patients reported several factors affecting their compliance with ICT. Nescience, among patients regarding the application of intravenous chelators makes them reliant on paramedics. Furthermore, emotional stress due to this everlasting disorder drains them. Medication-related barriers include adverse drug reactions such as vomiting, burning skin sensation, dizziness and fear and discomfort among pediatric patients owing to intravenous infusing chelator. The poor doctor-patient relationship results in patient's negligence towards treatment.5 Poverty beingis a significant issue in Pakistan, has many negative impacts on the health system of its population, limiting access to medications.
Considering the hazardous situation, effective approaches should be made on the national and personal levels. Enlightening patients to understand the treatment regimen and its advantages could be an integral approach. workshops, counseling sessions, and awareness campaigns must be put into place to educate the population. A social media approach will help provide the basic knowledge and preventive measures to the public. Government must ensure that patients are provided with essential medication and proper treatment. Actions including cost reduction of the medications, counseling session arrangements, and funding of TDT patients are required to reduce the burden of these patients. By adopting a multidisciplinary approach NGOs can play a vital role in fundraising and awareness through their drives and campaigns.
Medical misinformation: A need for focused designs
Authors: Mahad Mirza Baig  , Ojla Muhammad Shah Mureed , Siddiqui Anas Ali
Published: August 2023

Respected Editor,
The latest coronavirus pandemic has brought the issue of medical misinformation to the forefront of global scientific discussion. Spurred by this interest, many studies have been released to assess knowledge and awareness surrounding COVID-19. This is especially important in our country, Pakistan, where there is a relatively low literacy level and a weakened healthcare infrastructure.1 The prevalence of misinformation and myths among the public easily leads to the stigmatization of victims, increased rates of complications, and higher transmission rates. This phenomenon was observed worldwide through studies which polled participants regarding their understanding and beliefs surrounding COVID-19. After all, it is reasonable to conclude that an individual with the misconception that medical masks are sufficient without social distancing can contribute to transmission rates through ill-advised behaviors.2 Some studies have measured COVID-19 related knowledge in medical students and allied health students respectively, but no studies which we could locate compared the rates of misinformation between medical, allied health, and non-medical students overall.3 Similarly, many studies have attempted to survey the population for commonly held myths related to various illnesses even beyond COVID-19 among the public,4 however; very few have introduced a variable against which to compare correlations.
Therefore, the prevalence of misinformation is practically established by the current literature. On the other hand, the cause of misinformation has seldom been explored. To start, more correlation studies may be undertaken with purposeful selection of groups to unearth possible trends in relation to each other. For example, a survey which assesses the prevalence of misinformation among medical and allied health students should also include non-medical students. Such a design would better elucidate whether a trend in the prevalence of misinformation exists, compared to the level of medically-related education. In this hypothetical model, one would expect medical students and allied health students to exhibit lower rates of medical misinformation compared to non-medical students in accordance with the hypothesis that a lack of medical knowledge may contribute to medical misinformation. More purposeful study designs would enable us to breach the current limits of our understanding of medical misinformation and thereby reduce the proliferation of social stigmas, morbidity, and transmission of multiple illnesses. Such studies would enable the proprietors of medical information and health-outreach initiatives to become better guided in their effort to spread helpful information among the public.
Sífilis gestacional: dificuldade na adesão ao tratamento na perspectiva do profissional de enfermagem
Authors: Silva Francisca Mayara Gabriel da , Santos Rita de Cássia Pereira , Quental Ocilma Barros de , Oliveira Rafaela Rolim de , Macena Luiz Felipe  da Costa , Felix Maria Eduarda Batista , Rolim Maria Lariel Lopes , Feitosa Ankilma do Nascimento Andrade
Published: August 2023

Introdução: A sífilis é uma patologia infecciosa e sistêmica, provocada pelo agente etiológico Treponema pallidum. Objetivo: Descrever as dificuldades da adesão ao tratamento da sífilis gestacional na perspectiva dos profissionais de enfermagem. Método: Tratou-se de uma pesquisa descritiva, com abordagem quantitativa, do tipo pesquisa de campo; a coleta de dados deu-se em 20 unidades de Saúde da Família, localizadas no município de Cajazeiras/PB, no mês de abril de 2023. Foram incluídos no estudo os profissionais de enfermagem, que tenham prestado assistência às gestantes com sífilis. Sendo excluídos aqueles profissionais que nunca prestaram assistência a essas pacientes. A amostra foi constituída por 15 profissionais. As informações obtidas foram processadas e analisadas na SPSS (versão 26) e as variáveis analisadas foram a idade, sexo e tempo de formação dos mesmos. Resultados: O presente estudo evidenciou que 80% das gestantes iniciaram o pré-natal ainda no primeiro trimestre, sendo que 20% apresentou complicações, e 60% dos parceiros não realizam o tratamento. Conclusão: Através deste estudo, observa-se que, para que o tratamento seja eficaz, é necessário tratar o parceiro acerca da sífilis, para que não ocorra a recidiva, que a equipe multidisciplinar da ESF busque se aperfeiçoar no que concerne ao manejo clínico da sífilis.
Mechanical behavior of large-diameter pipe elbows under low-cyclic loading
Authors: KAYA Ercan Şerif
Published: August 2023

Large-diameter steel pipes are often used for transmitting and distributing water, gas, and oil products from the source to the end user. These pipelines are mainly oriented by using pipe el- bows due to their high flexibility along their routes. It is important to understand the mechani- cal behavior of these critical infrastructure components to promote material sustainability. For this purpose, a rigorous 3D finite element model is employed to investigate the mechanical behavior of large-diameter pipe elbows with varying elbow angles such as 90°, 60°, and 30°. Moreover, geometrical and material nonlinearities capture the pipes’ ratcheting behavior even under pressurized and unpressurized scenarios. It is seen that the pipes with a larger elbow angle can endure a higher number of cycles before they reach their limit states. In addition, pipe elbows behave similarly to straight pipes as the elbow angle decreases and becomes more vulnerable to plastic deformations such as kink and buckling under bending loads.
The Relationship Below 80% of the Owner Estimate Price on Construction Projects to Project Performance
Authors: Astana I Nyoman Yudha , Wiryasa Ngakan Anom , Pinakesty Sang Ayu Putu Anistya
Published: August 2023

This study aims to analyze the causes of price quotes below 80% of the owner estimate price and how the relationship between the variable price quotes below 80% of the owner estimate price with project performance. This research was conducted by distributing questionnaires to service users involved in the implementation of projects with price quotes below 80% of the owner estimate price in Bali Province in the 2020-2022 fiscal year. The data from the distribution of questionnaires will be analyzed using the RII and SEM-PLS methods. Based on the RII data analysis, it is found that the dominant factors causing projects with price quotes below 80% of the owner estimate price are high competitiveness between service providers, service providers looking for small profits, service providers do not understand the basis of regulations related to the cost of taxes and required guarantees, service providers are unable to identify the risk of additional costs arising from the mismatch between the planned schedule and the realization and the factor that service providers are able to understand waste construction so that service providers can submit low bid prices. The relationship between price quotes below 80% of the owner estimate price and project performance has a positive and significant relationship. Price quotes as an independent variable are able to influence the dependent variable, namely project performance. Because price quotes below 80% of the owner estimate price and project performance have a positive and significant relationship, to improve project performance, namely in a way for service providers to think more about and take into account in detail before submitting a price quote so that during the implementation of project performance can be done optimally.
UPAYA MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR SISWA KELAS XII IPS-1 PADA MATERI TEKS DISCUSSION PELAJARAN BAHASA INGGRIS MELALUI MODEL PEMBELAJARAN FOCUS GROUP DISCUSSION DI SMA NEGERI 1 KEMBANG TANJONG KABUPATEN PIDIE
Authors: Yusmadaniar Yusmadaniar
Published: August 2023

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the Focus Group Discussion Method on increasing students' learning motivation in the field of English studies. The subjects of this study were class XII students for the academic year 2020-2021. There are 25 students, consisting of 13 male students and 12 female students. This research took place in two cycles, each cycle consisted of; “planning, action, observation and reflection. The data collected in this study include: student learning outcomes, observations of activities during learning, post-test results given and reflections from reflection quiz sheets. Observation of teacher performance in learning by using Focus Group Discussion method and reflection from research partners, taken at the end of each cycle. The results of the research in cycles 1 and 2 are 1.) Teacher activity has increased well, namely achieving (standard score "good") has mastered and applied the Focus Group Discussion model in learning and at the end of cycle 2 in general it has been around (standard score" is very good). 2.) Student participation during KBM at the first meeting of cycle 1 was still low (ranging from the standard of "fair"), but at the second meeting of cycle one it began to increase (standard score was "good") and the class atmosphere became more harmonious. At the end of cycle 2 in general, students had partitioned “very well” at the time of the KMB. 3.) Student learning outcomes at the end of Cycle 1 increased to 16 of 25 students (64%) who achieved the standard value of learning completeness compared to before the CAR took place of 25 students, 15 (60%) students who completed. At the end of cycle 2, it was getting better, reaching 20 out of 24 students (80%) achieving the standard of mastery learning, their average score was above the KKM: 68. Based on the results of this study, it can be concluded that the application of Focus Group Discussion learning has been proven to improve teacher professionalism, participation and student learning outcomes in class XII IPS-1 SMA Kembang Tanjong on the subject matter of "Text Discussion".Keywords: Learning Outcomes, Learning Model Focus Group Discussion
RESPON PETERNAK SAPI POTONG DI KECAMATAN KEMBANG TANJUNG KABUPATEN PIDIE TERHADAP ADOPSI TEKNOLOGI INSEMINASI BUATAN
Authors: Subagyo Djoko , Rahayu Sri
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui besarnya respon peternak sapi potong terhadap adopsi teknologi inseminasi buatan di Kecamatan Kembang Tanjung Kabupaten Pidi. Penelitian ini di laksanakan di Kecamatan Kembang Tanjung Kabupaten Pidie dari tanggal 1 Maret sampai dengan 15 Maret tahun 2022  Sumber data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah data primer dan data sekunder. Data primer diperoleh melalui wawancara langsung dengan menggunakan bantuan kuesioner Materi dalam penelitian ini yaitu  peternak dari seluruh populasi peternak sapi potong yang tergabung dalam kelompok peternak maupun yang tidak tergabung dalam kelompok peternak di  Kecamatan Kembang Tanjung Kabupaten Pidie.  Dari hasil penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan Respon peternak sapi potong terhadap teknologi inseminasi buatan yang ada di  Kecamatan Kembang Tanjung cukup baik dalam hal ini peternak sapi potong dapat merespon teknologi inseminasi buatan, dan dapat meningkatkan populasi ternak sapi.Kata kunci : respon peternak, adopsi,teknonlogi insminasi buatan
PENGEMBANGAN PENUNTUN PRAKTIKUM TIPE DISCOVERY PADA MATERI LARUTAN ASAM BASA DI SMA NEGERI UNGGUL SIGLI
Authors: Zakiah Zakiah , Maisura Maisura , Makawiyah Makawiyah
Published: August 2023

This research is a research development practicum guide in the field of chemistry education. The aims of this research are (1) to obtain a practicum guide based on the Discovery type syntax, (2) the significant difference in the improvement of learning outcomes that are learned using the existing practicum guides at school with the Discovery type practicum guides, (3) the effectiveness of the learning process taught by using the Discovery type practicum guide. using the Discovery type practicum guide. The stages in this research are (1) Syntax analysis of the Discovery learning model to determine the components of the chemical practicum guide according to the Discovery type, (2) Compile and develop a chemical practicum guide on acid-base solution materials according to the Discovery type syntax, (3) Standardization or feasibility test of practicum guides for teacher validators, (4) Implementation of practicum guides for class XI students of SMA Negeri Unggul Sigli, (5) Analyzing the effectiveness of the Discovery type practicum guide in learning Acid-Base Solutions that have been tested. The results of the feasibility test for the Discovery type practicum guide 3.41 and the practicum guide at school 2.31. While the effectiveness of the use of the Discovery type practicum guide and the practicum guide commonly used in schools, judging by student learning outcomes, it is known that the experimental class I which uses the Discovery type practicum guide is an average of 86.00 with an increase in learning outcomes of 71.4% while the experimental class II which uses a practicum guide in the LKS an average of 61.75 with an increase in learning outcomes of 58.8%. So it can be concluded that the Discovery type practicum guide and the practicum guide being studied are feasible to be used as practicum guides in schools, with increased learning outcomes using the Discovery type practicum guide being higher in value than the existing practicum guides in the lectures.Keywords: Development of Practicum Guide, Type of Discovery.
PENGARUH BAURAN PEMASARAN DAN KREATIFITAS PRODUK TERHADAP MINAT BELI KONSUMEN KERUPUK MULIENG DI KOTA BEUREUNUEN
Authors: Agustina Eka , Darmi Darmi , Rahmah Tuti
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis pengaruh bauran pemasaran dan kreatifitas produk terhadap minat beli konsumen kerupuk mulieng di Kota Beureunuen. Untuk mengetahui variabel yang paling berpengaruh terhadap minat beli konsumen kerupuk mulieng di Kota Beureunuen. Dimana variabel independen yaitu Produk, Harga, Tempat, Promosi, Kreatifitas Produk dan Minat Beli (Y) sebagai variabel dependennya. Populasi dalam penelitian ini yaitu konsumen yang melakukan pembelian produk kerupuk mulieng di Kota Beureunuen sebanyak 80 orang. Sampel dalam penelitian ini ditetapkan 80 sampel yaitu konsumen yang melakukan pembelian produk kerupuk mulieng di Kota Beureunuen. Data yang dihimpun dalam penelitian ini terdiri dari data primer dan data sekunder, baik data kualitatif maupun data kuantitatif dan melalui kuesioner yang diisi oleh responden. Kemudian data yang diperoleh dianalisis dengan menggunakan analisis regresi berganda. Analisis ini meliputi Uji Normalitas, Uji Multikolinearitas, Uji Heterokedastisitas Uji Asumsi Klasik, Uji Hipotesis melalui Uji F dan Uji t, serta analisis Koefisien Determinasi (R²). Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, diperoleh persamaan regresi: Y =  1,353 + 0,191 X1 + 0,225 X2 + 0,217 X3+ 0,146 X4 + 0,224 X5. Hasil analisis berdasarkan uji t diketahui bahwa Variabel Produk (X1), Harga (X2), Tempat (X3), Promosi (X4) dan Kreatifitas Produk (X5) berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap minat beli konsumen Kerupuk Mulieng Di Kota Beureunuen. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa variabel harga (X2) mempunyai pengaruh paling dominan yaitu sebesar 0,225 atau 22,5 % minat beli konsumen Kerupuk Mulieng Di Kota Beureunuen. Hubungan antara variabel dependen dan independen yaitu masing-masing variabel produk (X1), harga (X2), tempat (X3), promosi (X4) dan kreatifitas produk (X5) terhadap minat beli konsumen Kerupuk Mulieng Di Kota Beureunuen dengan koefisien korelasi sebesar 0,993. Ini berarti hubungan tersebut sangat kuat. Koefisien determinasi variabel produk (X1), harga (X2), tempat (X3), promosi (X4) dan kreatifitas produk (X5) sebesar 0,9862 = 0,937, ini berarti terdapat pengaruh terhadap minat beli konsumen Kerupuk Mulieng Di Kota Beureunuen sebesar 93,7 %, sedangkan sisanya 6,3 % dipengaruhi oleh variabel lain yang tidak diteliti dalam penelitian ini.Kata kunci: Bauran Pemasaran, Kreatifitas Produk, Minat Beli
FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI GANGGUAN PENDENGARAN PADA PEKERJA PABRIK KELAPA SAWIT PT DELIMA MAKMUR KECAMATAN SINGKIL UTARA KABUPATEN ACEH SINGKIL TAHUN 2022
Authors: Putra Dion Aulia , Ariscasari Putri , Wardiati Wardiati
Published: August 2023

This study aims to find out what factors influence hearing loss in workers at the PT Delima Makmur Palm Oil Mill factory, North Singkil District, Aceh Singkil Regency in 2022." This research is descriptive analytical research with cross sectional approach. The population in this study were all palm oil factory workers at PT Delima Makmur, North Singkil District in 2022, amounting to 98 people. The sample in this study is the total population. Data were collected using a questionnaire and then analyzed using simple linear regression. The results of the study showed that the results of a simple linear regression test showed that there was an effect of working period p = 0.001 with hearing loss and no effect of working age p = 0.213, no effect of length of exposure per day p = 0.225, and no effect of using APT p = 0.392 with hearing loss in oil palm factory workers PT Delima Makmur North Singkil District, Aceh Singkil Regency in 2022. This means that one variable has an influence and four variables have no effect on hearing loss in oil palm factory workers PT Delima Makmur North Singkil District Aceh Singkil Regency 2022.Keywords: Hearing Loss, Age, Working Period, Use of APT.
PERBANDINGAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN ONLINE DENGAN PEMBELAJARAN TATAP MUKA DI ERA PANDEMI COVID-19 DI TINJAU DARI HASIL BELAJAR SISWA PADA MATA PELAJARAN EKONOMI DI SMKN 1 SIGLI
Authors: Agutina Eka , H. M. Yusuf Zakaria , Faiza Indah Zahratul
Published: August 2023

Penelitian yang berjudul “Perbandingan Model Pembelajaran Online Dengan pembelajaran Tatap Muka Di Era Pandemi Di Tinjau Dari Hasil Belajar Mata Pelajaran Ekonomi Covid-19 di SMKN 1 Sigli” ini mengangkat masalah bagaimana perbandingan pembelajaran online dan tatap muka pada siswa kelas X-OTKP Smk N 1 Sigli. Tujuan dalam penelitian ini untuk mengetahui adakah  perbedaan pembelajaran pelajaran  ekonomi yang menggunakan model pembelajaran tatap muka dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran daring pada siswa kelas X SMKN 1 Sigli. Dalam penelitian ini yang menjadi populasinya adalah siswa kelas X-OTKP Smk N 1 Sigli dengan jumlah siswa 1020. Semple sebesar 5 % yaitu 50 siswa. Pengumpulan data dilakukan product momen dan uji T. hasil analisis data menunjukan perbandingan perhitungan belajar di SMK Negeri 1 Sigli di peroleh nilai rₓᵧ sebesar 0,139. Berdasarkan perbandingan antara r hitung dengn r tabel lebih dari r tabel pada taraf signifikan 0,05%. Dengan ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa dengan metode pembelajar yang berbeda pada setiap kelas maka nilai yang didapat oleh siswa berpengaruh terhadap prestasi siswa, Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan (Ha) yang diajukan oleh peneliti diterima, dengan demikian dapat dikatakan terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan antara pembelajaran online dan pembelajaran tatap muka di SMK Negeri 1 Sigli.Kata Kunci: Pembelajaran Online, Pembelajaran Tatap Muka , Hasil Belajar
PENERAPAN METODE MOORA ( MULTI – OBJECTIVE OPTIMALIZATION ON THE BASIS OF RATIO ANALYSIS ) PADA PENERIMAAN BEASISWA UKT DI UNIVERSITAS JABAL GHAFUR
Authors: Giofani Andika , Iskandar Dedy
Published: August 2023

Universitas Jabal Ghafur adalah salah satu peguruan tinggi swasta yang terletak di Kabupaten Pidie. Universitas Jabal Ghafur didirikan pada tahun 1982, dibawah Yayasan Kampus Jabal Ghafur. Kampus yang terdapat diatas di Gle Gapui Kecamatan Indra Jaya Kabupaten Pidie, Saat ini Universitas Jabal Ghafur masih dalam tahap kelanjutan menjadi lebih berkembang, dan memiliki ambisi yang baru dan senantiasa membenah diri untuk menjadi Falkultas lebih modern, bertangung jawab dan bermatabat. Namun beberapa ganjalan masih saja kedapatan, belum adanya sistem untuk pemelihan mahasiswa yang benar-benar berhak mendapatkan beasiswa UKT dan masih saja pemilihannya masih belum stanparan, pemilihannya selama ini hanya berdasarkan data yang didapatkan dari prodi masing-masing fakultas, dengan adanya permasalahan tersebut sehingga sistem ini tidak pernah ada yang mengembangkannya, fasilitas belum memenuhi, masih ada pemilihan calon mahasiswa penerima beasiswa yang masih tidak stanparan, kendala-kendala seperti inilah yang membuat sistem untuk pemilihan penerimaan UKT di Universitas Jabal Ghafur belum terlaksanakan. Permasalahan yang timbul ialah belum adanya sistem dan pemilihan masih saja tidak trasnparan.Kata kunci: Universitas Jabal Ghafur, SPK,  MOORA, UKT
PENGEMBANGAN APLIKASI MONITORING EVALUASI BELAJAR PADA PROGRAM STUDI DIPLOMA TIGA TEKNIK INFORMATIKA UNIVERSITAS JABAL GHAFUR MENGGUNAKAN FRAMEWORK LARAVEL
Authors: Amalia Nur , Qadriah Laila , Fitriyani Fitriyani , Salat Junaidi
Published: August 2023

Monitoring merupakan kegiatan pemantauan yang dilakukan untuk mengetahui kegiatan proses pembelajaran yang dilakukan oleh pihak internal kampus. Kegiatan monitoring dan evaluasi internal merupakan salah satu bentuk pertanggung jawaban perguruan tinggi dalam menjamin bahwa keterlaksanaan kegiatan akademik dilaksanakan sesuai dengan aturan dan mencapai sasaran yang telah ditargetkan. Melalui kegiatan monitoring ini juga, persoalan dan kendala yang dihadapi dalam implementasi dapat diintisipasi dan ditanggulangi. Pembelajaran adalah proses interaksi siswa dengan pengajar dan sumber belajar pada suatu lingkungan belajar. Di dalam lingkungan perguruan tinggi, interaksi tersebut terjadi antara mahasiswa dengan dosen. Pembelajaran merupakan sistem yang terdiri dari masukan, proses dan keluaran, maka terdapat tiga jenis evaluasi sesuai dengan sasaran evaluasi pembelajaran, yaitu evaluasi masukan, proses dan keluaran pembelajaran. Program studi dan lembaga penjaminan mutu perlu mengetahui bahwa kegiatan pembelajaran yang sedang dilaksanakan sesuai dengan rencana pembelajaran yang telah dibuat, sesuai kurikulum, dan sesuai dengan tujuan kompetansi yang akan dicapai dalam matakuliah. Siklus sistem evaluasi dan monitoring proses pembelajaran, rubrik evaluasi dosen, checklist audit program studi perlu dirancang dengan baik dengan didukung struktur organisasi penjaminan mutu di fakultas untuk memberikan jaminan kualitas yang baik dalam proses pembelajaran.Kata Kunci : Evaluasi, Monitoring, Pembelajaran, Sistem, Perancangan
APLIKASI DETEKSI PLAGIARISME SKRIPSI MAHASISWA FAKULTAS TEKNIK UNIVERSITAS JABAL GHAFUR MENGGUNAKAN ALGORITMA WINNOWING DAN JACCARD SIMILARITY BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Fahmi Zul , Fitriyani Fitriyani
Published: August 2023

Dalam menentukan keaslian penelitian dari sebuah skripsi yang sekarang ini dilakukan di Fakultas Teknik Univeristas Jabal Ghafur adalah dengan cara mengecek atau membandingkan penulisan skripsi tersebut dengan skripsi-skripsi sebelumnya yang telah ada secara manual yaitu dengan melihat satu-persatu di Perpustakaan. Tentu saja hal ini akan membutuhkan waktu yang cukup lama belum lagi jika skripsi berjumlah banyak, tidak menutup kemungkinan waktu yang dibutuhkan juga akan semakin lama. Hasil dari penelitian ini mempermudah dalam mengecek tingkat persentase kesamaan dokumen skripsi, sehingga plagiarisme dapat dihindari, serta mempermudah pembimbing dalam menyetujui skripsi yang ditulis oleh mahasiswa.Kata kunci: Aplikasi, Deteksi Plagiarisme, Skripsi Mahasiswa, Web, Bootstrap, MySQL, Algoritma Winnowing, Jaccard Similarity.
SISTEM INFORMASI GEOGRAFIS PETERNAKAN HEWAN DI KABUPATEN PIDIE MENGGUNAKAN QUANTUM GIS
Authors: Zuhra Fatimah , Fitriyani Fitriyani , Salat Junaidi
Published: August 2023

Sistem Informasi Geografis (SIG) merupakan system yang dapat mendukung pengambilan keputusan Spasial dan mampu menyatukan deskripsi-deskripsi lokasi ternak yang ditemukan pada daerah peternakan. Kabupaten Pidie terdiri dari 23 kecamatan,730 gampong, seperti kota Sigli, Delima, Padang tiji, Grong-Grong, Muara Tiga, Batee, Simpang Tiga, Kembang tanjong, Peukan Baro, Indrajaya, Mutiara, Mutiara Barat, Glumpang Tiga, Glumpang Baro, Tiro, Truseb, Mila, Titeue, Keumala, Tangse, Mane, Geumpang.“Geografic Information System Pemetaan Peternakan hewan Menggunakan Quantum GIS Berbasis Webgis”, supaya menjadi salah satu sarana untuk penyampaian informasi. Terutama untuk informasi-informasi yang berhubungan dengan data Spasial. SIG ini berfungsi untuk menampilkan data-data peternakan hewan. Data lain yang diperlukan dalam peternakan hewan di kabuaten Pidie dengan menggunakan Quantum GIS (QGIS).Sebagai informasi telah ditampilkan pada SIG ini.Kata kunci: Bahasa Pemograman Php, Peternakan, Quantum Gis, , System Informasi Geografis, Spasial, Webgis.
SIMULASI DAERAH BANJIR MENGGUNAKAN SISTEM INFORMASI GEOGRAFIS DI KABUPATEN PIDIE BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Hanum Masyitah , Qadriah Laila , Rizal Muhammad
Published: August 2023

Kabupaten Pidie merupakan sebuah bagian dari propinsi Aceh yang berada di utara selat malaka yang memiliki iklim subtropis dengan tingkat curah hujan yang sangat tinggi setiap tahunnya terutama bagian dataran tinggi sehingga menyebabkan luapan air yang akan menerjang daerah rendah yang menyebabkan banjir. Selain faktor alam ini juga di latar belakangi oleh kecerobohan manusia seperti penebangan hutan, penambangan liar, irigasi yang tidak mampu menahan debit air, luapan sungai dan sebagainya. Menurut berita dari laman website rri.co.id, Terdapat enam kecamatan di kabupaten Pidie yang sering terendam banjir yaitu, kecamatan Pidie, kecamatan Padang Tiji, kecamatan Mila, kecamatan Indra Jaya, kecamatan Delima, kecamatan Tiro Truseb. Permasalahan yang terjadi dilapangan saat banjir datang adalah tidak siapnya warga yang terkena imbas dan pemerintah dalam distribusi penyaluran bantuan maupun rescue.  Sistem prediksi bajir untuk tahap awal sangat diperlukan dalam hal ini mengingat belum adanya sebuah web sistem berbasis GIS dalam memberikan informasi akan prediksi wilayah-wilayah yang akan berpotensi banjir. Data yang digunakan diperoleh dari data sekunder misalnya data dari instansi terkait dan aplikasi Google Earth Universal Map Downloader yang kemudian diolah kedalam aplikasi arcGis dan aplikasi surfer. Untuk peta sendiri menggunakan peta dari google maps dengan memanfaatkan API (Application Programming Interface) yang disediakan oleh Google untuk menggunakan peta Google (Google Map) dalam aplikasi yang kita bangun. Google Maps API memungkinkan kita memodifikasi peta dan informasi yang ada di dalamnyaKata kunci  : Kabupaten Pidie, ,  GIS,  Google Maps, API, Website