bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Media coverage of double masking during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Mheidly Nour , Cervi Laura , Tayie Sally Samy
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

Media news emerged reporting that double masking can increase protection against COVID-19. This led to differential published reports, fueling debate among the public and creating controversy and confusion. In this paper, we present a lesson plan for health communication students to enhance their critical thinking ability and equip them with the necessary tools to analyze various media texts and products.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

The lesson plan included a set of activities on three different news pieces related to double masking, each published through a different media outlet: A newspaper, a television channel, and an online magazine/podcast. The lesson was designed for 120 min, over 2 days. It required a digital device and Internet access. Students were tasked to compare between the news based on set criteria and asked to provide their opinions accordingly. They were also assigned to fill out an inverted pyramid for further analysis and interpretation.

RESULTS:

Students were assessed through a rubric that evaluated gained competencies after lesson completion. The rubric is composed of five elements to assess the students’ performances. Elements included filling assigned cells and diagrams, usage of proper English, validation of news sources and reported facts, critical analysis of findings, and finishing the lesson on time.

CONCLUSION:

This lesson plan enhanced the ability of students to understand and analyze various media texts and validate the content and perspectives published through the different platforms.
Investigating preventive health behaviors against COVID-19 in elementary school students’ parents
Authors: Bagherzadeh Maryam , Salehi Leili , Mahmoodi Zohreh
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

Parents act as a role model for children in showing health behaviors. This study investigated factors affecting the preventive behavior in elementary school students’ parents based on protection motivation theory (PMT).

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

This cross-sectional study was conducted in Tehran (Iran) in 2020. Multistage sampling was used to choose 660 elementary school students’ parents. The data collection instrument was a multi-sectional questionnaire, including sections on demographic characteristics, PMT constructs, self-reported health, and information sources related to COVID-19. In this study, descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and analytical statistical methods (Pearson correlation and path analysis) were used to analyze the data. The range of Cronbach's alpha of the study instrument varied from 0.71 to 0.97.

RESULTS:

The results of the current study revealed significant association between all PMT constructs and preventive behaviors. Knowledge from both direct and indirect paths was related to preventive behaviors (B = 0.76). Preventive behaviors had the strongest, direct relationship with age (B = 0.76). Based on the final fitted model, knowledge had the greatest impact on preventive behaviors through indirect and direct routes.

CONCLUSION:

Knowledge was the most important variable which influenced preventive behavior, and it should be noticed in prevention programs.
The effect of positive psychotherapy on happiness and character strength in cancer patients
Authors: Meibodi Raheleh Papeli , Meftagh Sayyed Davood , Shahangian Seyedeh Shohreh
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

Cancer is one of the major health problems across the world that poses a great threat to human health and active life in all age groups, causing numerous personal, familial, and social damages in physical, mental and spiritual dimensions. The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of positive psychotherapy on happiness, character strengths, pleasure, commitment, and semantic measures in the lives of people with cancer.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

Within the framework of a quasi-experimental design, 58 patients suffering from cancer meeting the inclusion criteria (disease history and married) were selected via purposeful sampling method. However, only 30 of the patients met the required criteria to participate in all psychotherapy sessions. The participants were then randomly assigned to two intervention and control groups (15 participants per group). The intervention group received eight 120-min sessions of positive psychotherapy on a weekly basis while the control group was put on the waiting list. Data collection tools included the Oxford Happiness-Depression Questionnaire and Values in Action-Inventory of Strengths. The participants completed the questionnaires before and after the intervention. Data analysis was conducted by analysis of covariance.

RESULTS:

The results of covariance analysis suggested that the use of positive psychotherapy has been effective on increasing happiness (F = 0.129, P = 0.005), increasing character strength (F = 27.55, P = 0.001), increasing the semantic measures (F = 15.23, P = 0.002), increasing pleasure (F = 8.51, P = 0.005), and commitment (F = 64.19, P = 0.001) among patients with cancer.

CONCLUSIONS:

The results of the present study indicated that positive psychotherapy has been effective on happiness, strengths, pleasure, commitment, and semantic measures of the life among people with cancer. Positive psychotherapy can be used to minimize the effects of cancer on patients.
Training needs assessment of intensive care nurses in Zabol University of Medical Sciences’ Hospitals
Authors: Vatani Javad , Javadifar Shima , Rabori Mohammad Ali Shahabi , Khanikosarkhizi Zahra , Bardsirii Tayebeh Ilaghinezhad , Mazloumi Ehsan , Dehghan Naser , Moghaddam Ali Sadeghi , Khammar Alireza , Raei Mehdi
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

The improvement of the knowledge, skill, and attitude of nurses working at the intensive care unit (ICU) through implementing training need assessment and holding continuous in-service training courses are of main requisites for providing better health services to the community. Based on this, in the present work, we are looking for the identification and prioritization of the training need of intensive care nurses in the Zabol University of Medical Sciences’ hospitals.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

As a cross-sectional, descriptive study, including two phases of identification and prioritization of training needs of ICU nurses, it was conducted by a close-ended researcher-made questionnaire for collecting the data on training needs from the viewpoint nursing officials, supervisors, and head nurses of the ICU wards in the first phase and a multiple-choice scientific test plus a checklist for measuring the knowledge and skill of the nurses in the ICU in the second phase. In both phases, census method was used for collecting the data. The validity and reliability of data-gathering tools, mentioned above, were tested and verified before gathering data. Data were analyzed with the descriptive statistics.

RESULTS:

The results indicated that ventilator setting according to arterial blood gas sampling and interpretation (77.81), cardiac monitoring, detecting dysrhythmia and taking immediate intervention (73.04), ventilator setting according to patient's respiratory status (68.61), airway management, oxygenation and intubation (64.39), and adults cardiopulmonary resuscitation (61.77) were the high-priority training needs of the nurses successively.

CONCLUSION:

To improve the quality of training programs and upgrading the knowledge, skill, and attitude of nurses working at ICU, the significance and the weight of each training titles should be determined according to the standards and the continuous in-service training plan along with nurses’ training needs and duties.
Health-care reform implementation challenges at suburban areas in Isfahan province
Authors: Shaarbafchizadeh Nasrin , Fouladi Zahra , Aqdak Pejman , Raeisi Ahmad Reza
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

Health system reform plan in public health sector in Iran in the first phase focused on improving primary health care in suburban areas in and around big cities. The present study was conducted to assess the implementation process challenges of the reform plan in comprehensive health service centers at suburban areas of Isfahan in 2019.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

This qualitative study with conventional content analysis approach was conducted in 2019. Participants were purposefully selected and interviewed at provincial levels from Isfahan University of Medical Sciences health department and health-care providers of comprehensive health services centers. The saturation point was reached after 21 face-to-face semi-structured interviews. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze transcribed documents assisted by MAXQDA version 10.

RESULTS:

The results revealed four main themes; the human resource management, the executive management, the electronic infrastructure, and the resource management. The major challenges in the implementation planning process included: the referral system, monitoring and supervision, electronic services infrastructure in the design and development of the EHR called the SIB system, lack of instructions guide, salaries and benefits, inconsistent financial and human resources and inappropriate allocation of theses resources.

CONCLUSION:

Despite the achievements in the development of the Iran health system reform plan, there were many challenges in the implementation planning process. It is recommended that theses challenges be reviewed and amended by health system managers and policymakers.
Breast cancer screening behavior and its associated factors in female employees in South Khorasan
Authors: Tahergorabi Zoya , Mohammadifard Mahyar , Salmani Fatemeh , Moodi Mitra
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

Breast cancer is a preventable disease, using three secondary preventive methods of mammography, clinical breast examination (CBE), and breast self-examination (BSE) that can lead to early detection of breast cancer. This study was designed to assess breast cancer screening behavior and its associated factors in females employed in South Khorasan.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

In this analytic-descriptive study, 2256 female personnel of governmental organizations were investigated in Birjand city in 2016–2017. The data collection tool was a three-part questionnaire: sociodemographic characteristics, knowledge about breast cancer screening methods plus women's performance, and stage of change regarding screening behaviors of mammography, CBE, and BSE. The data were analyzed by SPSS 16 and one-way analysis variance, Tukey's post hoc, and multiple logistic regression model statistical tests.

RESULTS:

The mean ± standard deviation score of knowledge of the women was 3.45 ± 1.5. There was a significant difference of the mean score of knowledge between the single and married (P = 0.03) and age group (P = 0.04). The stage action of mammography, CBE, and BSE was 6.8%, 12.3%, and 16.8%, respectively. Logistic regression model showed that variables such as age and family history of breast cancer were highly significant related to mammography and also CBE. Knowledge was also highly significant in mammography, CBE, and BSE. Education level in CBE, marital status in BSE and mammography, and job in BSE were also significant (P < 0.001).

CONCLUSIONS:

This study reveals insufficient knowledge of female workers about breast cancer and the negative influence of low knowledge on the practice of breast cancer screening behavior. Therefore, the establishment and maintenance of regular educational courses for female employees is essential.
Evaluation and comparison of the dermatology program for medical students at the University of Chile with other national and foreign universities
Authors: Rojas Camilo , Valenzuela Fernando , Folch Hugo
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

The National Examination of Knowledge in Medicine establishes the knowledge profile (PdC) a physician must possess to practice public medicine in Chile. However, no study has evaluated the perception of dermatology training regarding the acquisition of the minimum competencies required. This study described and compared the impressions of the dermatology training received by the University of Chile (UCh) graduates with graduates from other national and international faculties of medicine.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

This was a cross-sectional study, based on a single survey model, applied via E-mail to registered physicians in an online database, with emphasis on UCh medicine graduates, from the generations 2012 to 2016. The data were collected anonymously, tabulated, and analyzed in MINITAB.

RESULTS:

From 908 UCh graduates, 141 surveys were answered (15.5%). Nine of 10 physicians considered “important” to obtain knowledge in dermatology. About 68.8% found the information they received was adequate. When comparing UCh graduates with other Chilean universities, UCh graduates had a slightly better impression of their training. When comparing Chilean versus foreign graduates, the latter presented a better perception of their preparation in cutaneous pathology.

CONCLUSION:

UCh graduates were satisfied with their dermatological training at the undergraduate level and felt better prepared than colleagues from other Chilean universities when facing cutaneous pathologies.
Evaluation of the effect of education on perceived stress of mother candidates for amniocentesis
Authors: Mojahed Shahnaz , Reyhanizadeh Fariba , Tabatabaei Razieh Sadat , Dehghani Ali
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

Amniocentesis is one of the methods for diagnosing prenatal abnormalities. Pregnant women with high-risk fetal screening results are the candidates for amniocentesis. Most of these women are afraid of this procedure because they predict that the test will be painful and worried about its adverse effects on pregnancy, fetal injury, or the risk of maternal death. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the effect of education on the perceived stress of mothers who are the candidates for amniocentesis.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

The present study was a quasi-experimental, two-group clinical trial with a parallel design. This study was in three stages: pretest (before intervention), posttest (after intervention), and after amniocentesis. This study was performed on 80 pregnant women who were the candidates for amniocentesis (15–20 weeks of pregnancy) with high-risk fetal screening results referred to the perinatology clinic in Yazd in 2020. The intervention package included training and using breathing techniques, broadcasting educational animations on how to perform amniocentesis, expressing experiences by people who had experienced amniocentesis, and finally visiting the amniocentesis site and getting to know the relevant perinatologist. Data collection tools were demographic and midwifery profile questionnaires and Cohen perceived stress. SPSS software version 16 was used for statistical analysis of data.

RESULTS:

The results showed that the research units had high stress at the beginning of the study. The perceived stress score at the beginning of the study in the intervention group was 30.1750 ± 6.53153 and in the control group was 28.2750 ± 8.57841. After the intervention, the participants' stress level decreased below the cutting point. In the experimental group, the mean stresses after the intervention and after amniocentesis were significantly lower than before the intervention; however, after amniocentesis, it was somewhat higher than the postintervention stage. In the preintervention stage, the mean stress score between the two groups was not statistically significant. The difference after the intervention between the two groups was significant (P < 001.0); however, in the postamniocentesis stage, the difference in stress was not significant. After the intervention and after amniocentesis, the perceived stress of pregnant mothers in the experimental group was less than the control group.

CONCLUSION:

Considering that the perceived stress in amniocentesis candidate mothers was high in the present study, so that after performing the method, mothers left the center with high stress, it is very important to pay attention to its psychological aspects. Therefore, it is suggested that educational interventions before and during amniocentesis be considered for them along with psychological support and follow-up care after amniocentesis.
Test anxiety and procrastination in physiotherapy students
Authors: Desai Manasi , Pandit Unnati , Nerurkar Amruta , Verma Chhaya , Gandhi Shruti
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

Short-term academic procrastination may be accompanied by negative outcomes such as anxiety, stress, and depression. The current study aims to evaluate the two parameters of procrastination and test anxiety in physiotherapy students and explore whether a relationship exists between them.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

A descriptive, cross-sectional survey with a prospective study design was carried out over a period of 6 months. The study used a two-staged cluster sampling method: 220 undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy students from colleges in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai participated in the study, ensuring participation of students from each year of the course. The Westside Test Anxiety Scale was administered to evaluate test anxiety, and the Academic Procrastination Scale was used to evaluate procrastination. To illustrate the basic demographics of the participants, descriptive statistics were used. A correlation matrix was used to analyze the correlation between the two parameters.

RESULTS:

The mean procrastination score of the physiotherapy students was 74.1. Amongst undergraduates, the highest procrastination was seen in the 3rd Bachelor of Physiotherapy students (mean = 76.7), whereas among postgraduates, the highest procrastination was seen in Master of Physiotherapy 1 students (mean = 75.7). The mean test anxiety score was 3, indicating moderately high test anxiety among students. There was a statistically significant, positive correlation between test anxiety score and procrastination score (P value = 0.000, Pearson's correlation co-efficient = 0.383).

CONCLUSION:

Both test anxiety and the tendency to procrastinate were present among undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy students, in varying degrees. There was a positive correlation between the two factors.
Promotion of posttraumatic stress disorder following traumatic birth experiences and the influence of maternity religious Attitude
Authors: Alipanahpour Sedighe , Zarshenas Mahnaz , Akbarzadeh Marzieh
Published: April 2024

BACKGROUND:

Women who experience stillbirth and preterm delivery are likely to be associated with an increased risk of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) compared to women with live births and dose religious attitude related to posttraumatic stress? The aim of the study was promotion PTSD following traumatic birth experiences and the influence of maternity religious Attitude.

MATERIALSAND METHODS:

A cross-sectional analytical study was conducted at selected hospitals of Shiraz University of Medical Sciences on 82 subjects in 2018. The instruments were demographic questionnaire, Religious Attitude questionnaire, and Mississippi PTSD Scale which were completed after delivery. Data were analyzed using SPSS software, version 22, using the Pearson correlation test.

RESULTS:

About 75% stillbirth group and 65% of the preterm delivery group had a high level of religious attitude. In the stillbirth group, 90% had high levels of PTSD and in the preterm delivery group, 90% had moderate stress, and 10% had high PTSD levels. The correlation between religious attitude and PTSD after stillbirth was 0.373 with a significance level of 0.018. Therefore, there was a significant positive relationship between religious attitude and PTSD. However, the relationship between religious attitude and PTSD after preterm delivery was not statistically significant (P = 0.158).

CONCLUSION:

PTSD was significantly higher in mothers with stillbirth and had a significant relationship with religious attitude. However, in mothers of preterm infants, the level of stress was moderate and did not have a significant relationship with religious attitude. The findings indicate the need of mothers for interventions to cope better with the physical and psychological problems of stillbirth and preterm delivery.
Participation of delivering private hospital services in universal health coverage
Authors: Fallah Razieh , Bazrafshan Azam
Published: April 2024

There is a lack of conceptual clarity about the role of delivering private hospital services (DPHS) accompanied by major gaps in evidence. The purpose of this systematic scoping review was to identify and map the available evidence regarding the developing countries to scrutinize the participation of DPHS exclusively in the universal health coverage (UHC) through providing graphical/tabular classifications of the bibliometric information, sources of the records, frequent location, contribution of the private hospital services in the health system, and roles of DPHS in UHC. This study was performed following the published methodological guidance of the Joanna Briggs Institute for the conduct of scoping review, applying some major databases and search engines. In addition, a narrative-thematic synthesis integrated with the systematic analysis using the policy framework of the World Health Organization was employed. The 28 included records in English which met the inclusion criteria were found between 2014 and January 2020. The chronological trend of records was progressive until 2019. India was the most frequent location (12%). China and Sri Lanka on the one end of the spectrum and Somalia along with South Korea from the other end were, respectively, the least and the most contributed countries in terms of DPHS. Overall, 90% of the roles were concerned with UHC goals. Although evidence has revealed inconsistency in the identified roles, a continuous chain of positive or negative effects in the UHC objectives and goals was observed. Some knowledge gaps about the roles, causes of the increasing and decreasing DPHS contribution, and its behaviors around the privatization types and circumstances of the delivery were recommended as prioritized research agendas for evidence-based policymaking in future.
Life Cycle Assessment and Model Optimization for Sustainable Energy Cross-Border E-Commerce
Authors: Liu Hongli , Cui Ruiling
Published: April 2024

INTRODUCTION: In an in-depth study of the application of sustainable energy in cross-border e-commerce, a comprehensive assessment and model optimization of its life cycle are conducted to promote the practical application of sustainable development in e-commerce. With the increasing global concern for renewable energy and environmental protection, e-commerce, as an international business model, has attracted much attention in terms of the environmental and social impacts of its sustainability.OBJECTIVES: The aim is to provide scientific assessment methods and effective model optimization strategies to promote the feasibility and sustainability of cross-border e-commerce for sustainable energy.METHODS: A comprehensive life cycle assessment (LCA) model was constructed using the system life cycle assessment (SLCA) methodology by collecting data from various aspects of sustainable energy cross-border e-commerce. The model considers the entire life cycle process from energy production, logistics, transportation, and product manufacturing to final consumption and integrates various factors such as resource utilization, environmental emissions, and social responsibility. Based on the assessment, a series of model optimization strategies are proposed, including suggestions for improving supply chain efficiency, promoting green energy applications, and strengthening social responsibility.RESULTS: This study achieved significant life cycle assessment and model optimization results. In terms of energy use, promoting the application of renewable energy significantly reduces carbon emissions; in terms of supply chain management, optimization leads to an overall efficiency improvement and a reduction in resource wastage; and in terms of social responsibility, the enterprise strengthens employee training and community involvement, which enhances its social image. These results show that sustainable energy cross-border e-commerce can better achieve sustainable development goals through systematic assessment and optimization.CONCLUSION: Life cycle assessment and model optimization provide scientific assessment methods and practical suggestions for sustainable energy cross-border e-commerce. In global sustainable development, the e-commerce industry should actively adopt sustainable energy and minimize its negative impacts on the environment and society by optimizing production and supply chain management. Future research can continue to expand the assessment model and deeply explore the potential of sustainable energy in e-commerce to provide more precise guidance for the industry's sustainable development.
Evaluation of chemical attributes of soils: definition of management zones in silvipastoral system
Authors: Filho Reinaldo Baldotto Ribeiro , Oliveira Carlos Henrique Rodrigues de , Oliveira Fabricia Benda de , Dan Mauricio Lima , Burak Diego Lang , Angelos Jacyelli Sgranci , Conceição Maria Eduarda Marques da , Zucolotto Mateus Zava , Souza Angélica Croce de , Marques Jamilly de Assis
Published: April 2024

Soil chemical analysis is a fundamental to achieve optimal cultivation conditions in a productive silvopastoral system, essential for the planning and management of this activity. The objective of this research is to map the spatial distribution of nutrients in the soil in a 5-year-old silvopastoral system composed of brachiaria-brizantha and jacarandá-da-bahia, and to analyze the effect of tree density and canopy on nutrient levels. The study was conducted at the experimental area of the Capixaba Institute for Research, Technical Assistance, and Rural Extension (INCAPER) in the district of Pacotuba, ES. The delimitation of the work area was done using geographic information systems, to create a regular grid of points to enable systematic soil sampling. A total of 75 disturbed soil samples were collected at depths of 0-0.10 m to obtain quantitative soil nutrient data. High-quality images obtained using a remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) allowed for the overlay of soil nutrient data, pasture data, forest inventory data, and sample plot data to assist in comparative analyses. This enabled identification of the areas with lower canopy development, particularly in the northeast portion. By cross-referencing the spatialized soil nutrient data with the data obtained through RPA, it was possible to correlate them with the lower or higher development of the system. The use of RPA, together with a georeferenced database, proved to be an innovative and powerful tool to support decision-making, allowing for the monitoring of system evolution and serving as a basis for evaluating the relationship between chemical elements and tree canopies. 
Keywords: geostatistics, precision agriculture, soil nutrients.
Dirac operator associated to a quantum metric
Authors: Majid Shahn
Published: April 2024

We construct a canonical geometrically realised Connes spectral triple or ‘Dirac operator’

D \mathllap{/\,}

from the data of a quantum metric

g\in \Omega^{1}\otimes_{A}\Omega^{1}

and a bimodule connection on

\Omega^{1}

, at the pre-Hilbert space level. Here

A

is a possibly noncommutative coordinate algebra,

\Omega^{1}

a bimodule of

1

-forms and the spinor bundle is

\mathcal{S}=A\oplus\Omega^{1}

. When applied to graphs or lattices, we essentially recover a previously proposed Dirac operator but now as a geometrically realised spectral triple. We also apply the construction to the fuzzy sphere and to

2\times 2

matrices with their standard quantum Riemannian geometries. We propose how

D \mathllap{/\,}

can be extended to an external bundle with bimodule connection.
Finite Ramsey theory through category theory
Authors: Solecki Sławomir
Published: April 2024

We present a new, category-theoretic point of view on finite Ramsey theory. Our aims are as follows:

We also provide some concrete illustrations of the general method.
On the wave propagation characteristics of functionally graded porous shells
Authors: Tounsi Abdelouahed , Tahir Saeed I. , Mudhaffar Ismail M. , Al-Osta Mohammed A. , Chikh Abdelbaki
Published: April 2024

This paper concentrates on the wave propagation characteristics of functionally graded (FG) porous shells. The transversal shear deformation of the shell is taken into consideration by employing a simple higher-ordered shear deformation shell theory. The equations of motion are derived for the proposed model based on Hamilton’s principle. An eigenvalue problem that relates the wave propagation elements is formulated and solved to present the various dispersion relations of FG cylindrical and spherical shells. The effects of porosities, shells’ geometrical parameters, FG material exponent, and wavenumbers on the principal wave propagation frequency and the associated phase velocity are investigated in detail.
The Effect of Company Size and Working Capital on Net Income (An Empirical Study of Manufacturing Sector Companies in the Consumer Goods Industry, Home Appliances Sub-Sector Ladder Registered on the IDX from 2015 to 2020)
Authors: Priatna Husaeri , Anggraeni Iseu , Iqbal Muhammad , Sofwan Syifa Vidya
Published: April 2024

This study examines how working capital and firm size affect net profit (Empirical Study of Manufacturing Companies in the Consumer Goods Industry Sector, Household Appliances Sub Sector Listed on the IDX for the 2015 – 2020 period). Multiple linear regression analysis was used to determine the effect of two independent variables on one dependent variable. The population in this study is financial reports published by Manufacturing Companies listed on the IDX in the Consumer Goods Industry Sector, Household Appliances Sub-Sector. The sample was taken for six years, from 2015 to 2020, using the Financial Position Report and Profit and Loss Reports to obtain data, Company Size, Working Capital, and Net Income. According to the study's findings, firm size and working capital both have positive and substantial effects on net profit, with the latter having an influence on net profit that is both positive and significant. Other factors that influence Net Profit but are not analysed include the 83.3% outcome of the Coefficient of Determination and the remaining 16.7%.
Optimal Portfolio Using Roy’s Safety-First Method on Primary Consumer Goods Sector Stocks
Authors: Dianti Estu Putri , Riaman Riaman , Sukono Sukono
Published: April 2024

Before carrying out investment activities, investors need to form an optimal investment portfolio. This study aims to form an optimal portfolio in primary consumer goods sector stocks that sell the basic needs of the community so that stocks in the sector tend to be stable. The method used in forming the optimal portfolio is Roy's Safety-first method. The portfolio formed produces 6 combinations of stocks consisting of WIIM, DSNG, MRAT, CAMP, SIMP, and MBTO stocks respectively with a proportion of funds of 44.05%, 16.38%, 18.61%, 15.06%, 4.32%, and 1.59% with an expected return portfolio of 3.10% and a portfolio risk of 1.65%.
“O Brasil está do nosso lado”
Authors: Veloso de Andrade Tales Gandi , Gonçalves de Oliveira Claudilene Vanessa , Dos Santos Souza Marcus Vinicius , De Souza Andrade Maria Cecília
Published: April 2024

Observado os últimos embates ocorridos no Oriente-Médio, que elevaram o conflito israelo-palestino novamente à evidência midiática, esse artigo tem por objetivo analisar a percepção dos brasileiros sobre tais acontecimentos. Dado à inserção dos indivíduos em um mundo hiperconectado, aquilo que convém chamar de sociedade em rede, este estudo busca identificar, através das redes sociais, a formação de redes de indignação entre os brasileiros e possíveis posicionamentos político-ideológicos acerca do conflito em questão, além disso, analisa-se o alcance e relevância das mídias digitais no trabalho de noticiação de tais acontecimentos. Trata-se de uma investigação de natureza qualitativa, que analisou o conteúdo de uma amostra contendo 32.660 comentários realizados em postagens de três grandes veículos de notícia brasileiros, inseridos na rede social Instagram. Dentre os resultados, foi possível identificar a formação de redes de indignação bem definidas entre tais usuários, tanto em defesa de israelenses quanto de palestinos. Observou-se, também, que tais redes encontram-se bastante alinhadas aos espectros políticos-ideológicos que marcaram as últimas eleições brasileiras. Por fim, foi possível notar que, na busca por informação, os brasileiros acessam mais os veículos de comunicação “alternativos” do que propriamente aqueles de jornalismo profissional.
NKX2-1-conditioned disorder — «brain–lung–thyroid» syndrome: results of a multicenter study
Authors: Strelnikova Valeria A. , Ovsyannikov Dmitry Yu. , Kondakova Olga B. , Kuzenkova Lyudmila M. , Gitinov Shamil A. , Girutskaya Irina V. , Gorev Valery V. , Zhestkova Maria A. , Kravchenko Nadezhda E. , Mamaeva Ekaterina A. , Mezhinsky Semyon S. , Nikolishin Alexander N. , Orlov Alexander V. , Pushkov Alexander A. , Sudakova Olga V. , Suetina Oksana A. , Tsverava Anna G. , Afukov Ivan I. , Cherkasova Svetlana V. , Savostyanov Kirill V.
Published: April 2024

Introduction. Brain–lung–thyroid syndrome (BLTS, choreoathetosis and congenital hypothyroidism with or without pulmonary dysfunction) is an autosomal dominant disorder associated with mutations of the NKX2-1 gene. A triad of symptoms from three organs (brain, lungs, thyroid gland) is manifested in 50% of patients, in other cases there is an incomplete phenotype of the disease. The most common manifestations are neurological. The aim of the study was to provide genetic, clinical, laboratory, and instrumental characteristics in BLTS patients with a clinical and morphological assessment of the phenotype.
Materials and methods. Ten children from 9 families with identified mutations in the NKX2-1 gene were observed. Methods used: genealogical, Sanger sequencing, clinical and morphological assessment of the phenotype, examination of thyroid hormone levels, CT, MRI of the brain, CT of the chest, lung biopsy.
Results. The article presents the results of molecular genetic analysis, family history, age of manifestation and diagnosis. 9 out of 10 children had damage to the central nervous system, thyroid gland, lungs, and one child had a combination of neurological pathology and hypothyroidism. Neurological pathology was represented by benign hereditary chorea (2 children), delayed motor development (8), muscular hypotension (7), ataxia (5), choreoathetosis (1), clonuses (1), seizures (1), hyperkinesis (3); respiratory — respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) of newborns (6), chronic respiratory failure (5), interstitial lung disease (6), bronchial asthma (1), chronic pneumonitis of infants (1), bronchiectasis (1). There are presented changes in computed tomograms of the lungs and during preforming CT, MRI of the brain. Typical developmental microanomalia included a protruding forehead, a wide tip of the nose, elongated narrow palpebral fissure, deep-set eyes, hypertelorism of the eyes, large rotated low-lying auricles, conical fingers.
Conclusion. A combination of congenital hypothyroidism, neonatal RDS, heart disease, neurological disorders (hypotension, ataxia, delayed motor development, chorea), craniofacial dysmorphia is the basis for a molecular genetic examination to exclude BLTS.
Features of speech disorders in children with epileptic encephalopathies
Authors: Guzeva Valentina I. , Eremkina Yulia A. , Guzeva Oksana V. , Guzeva Viktoriya V. , Okhrim Inna V. , Vedernikova Viktoriya A.
Published: April 2024

Introduction. Speech disorders are a common problem in childhood. Speech disorders of various types are, in particular, the most common complications of epilepsy.
Objective. The clinical manifestations of speech disorders in children with epileptic encephalopathies were studied.
Materials and methods. The study included eighty nine children with epileptic encephalopathies. All patients underwent a detailed study of the anamnesis of life and disease, assessment of neurological and somatic, analysis of the semiotics of seizures, assessment of the therapy received, articulatory praxis, phonemic perception, game activity, expressive speech, impressive speech.
Results. Speech in the examined patients had the character of a gross violation after the stage of normal development (37.1%), speech development delay was noted in 38.2% of patients from birth. Phonemic perception was impaired in 73 (82.0%) patients, a violation of articulatory praxis was detected in 63 (70.8%) patients, coherent speech was not formed in 78 (87.6%) patients, play activity did not correspond to the age of the child in 50 ( 56.2%) cases, violation of the account was detected in 69 (77.5%) patients, violation of sound pronunciation was observed in 30 (33.7%) patients.
Conclusion. Articulatory apraxia and motor alalia are the most common types of speech disorders in children with epileptic encephalopathies.
Sistema nervioso y su aplicación clínica
Authors: Medina Guillen Leonardo Flavio
Published: April 2024

El capítulo explora el sistema nervioso y su relevancia clínica. Este sistema, compuesto por células especializadas, recibe y transmite estímulos sensitivos, junto con regular las funciones corporales en conjunto con el sistema endocrino. Se divide en Sistema Nervioso Central (SNC) y Sistema Nervioso Periférico (SNP). El SNC comprende la médula espinal y el encéfalo, protegidos por las meninges. La médula espinal procesa información sensorial y se conecta con el tallo cerebral, responsable de regular la excitación y conciencia. El SNP abarca el Sistema Nervioso Simpático y Parasimpático, que regulan funciones como músculos lisos, glándulas, sistema genital y endocrino. Se explora el sistema límbico, relacionado con las emociones, incluyendo el hipotálamo y su influencia en el comportamiento y la memoria. Además, se detalla la organización del cerebro, destacando la corteza cerebral y áreas especializadas, con ejemplos clínicos como el de Phineas Gage para ilustrar efectos de lesiones en la personalidad, y funciones específicas de los lóbulos cerebrales.
Dampak Pemasaran Aplikasi Seluler Augmented Reality: Memanfaatkan Pengalaman Sosial Bersama untuk Pemasaran Viral
Authors: Hapsari Anggraeni Woro
Published: April 2024

In today's business landscape, technology plays a pivotal role, enabling a shift from traditional to digital marketing practices. Augmented reality (AR) technology has emerged as a promising tool to enhance consumer experiences and influence purchase decisions. This study examines the impact of aesthetics, entertainment, education, escapism, AR marketing satisfaction, shared social experiences, and purchase intention on AR mobile applications in Indonesia. Data collected through online questionnaires were analyzed using SEM-PLS, revealing significant effects across all variables. Aesthetic elements positively influenced entertainment, education, and escapism, subsequently enhancing AR marketing satisfaction. Furthermore, AR marketing satisfaction positively affected shared social experiences and purchase intention.
Produksi Bahan Bakar dari Limbah Plastik HDPE dan LDPE Menggunakan Metode Pirolisis
Authors: Istoto Enggar Hero , Puspitasari Pipit
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study is to calculate the volume and composition of fuel produced from the production of fuel from polyethylene plastic waste per liter. Method: research using pyrolysis method with temperature 450-621°C without using catalyst, and quantitative analysis. Quantitative analysis using the GC-MS method. Result: Pyrolysis of 5 Kg HDPE waste produces 3.25 liters of naphtha, 0.85 liters of gasoline; diesel 0.325 liters; and activated carbon 18.06 grams. 5 Kg LDPE waste produces 500 mL naphtha, 2.9 liters of gasoline; diesel 0.1 liters; and 19 grams of activated carbon. Conclusion: Pyrolysis of 5 Kg HDPE waste produces 3.25 liters of naphtha; gasoline 0.85 liters; diesel 0.325 liters (88.86% total fuel), and activated carbon 18.06 grams; and 5 Kg LDPE waste produces 2.9 liters of gasoline; 0.1 liters of diesel (70.38% of total fuel), and 19 grams of activated carbon. The composition of fuel produced in pyrolysis of polyethylene plastic waste (HDPE and LDPE) in the form of naphtha, gasoline, and diesel and produces residues in the form of activated carbon.
Pembekalan Penguasaan Media Digital Bagi Penyuluh Kesehatan Dalam Upaya Membangun Ketahanan Kesehatan Warga Jakarta Selatan
Authors: Madonna Metha , Reza Fikri , Novrian Novrian
Published: April 2024

Guna mensukseskan program vaksinasi nasional diperlukan sebuah rencana yang diawali dengan pengumpulan data dan informasi. Tujuannya agar tepat sasaran sehingga bisamenyelesaikan permasalahan dengan tuntas. Karenanya sebelum program mobilisasi massa tersebut dilaksanakan perlu dipersiapkan Sumber Daya Manusia (SDM), penyuluh kesehatan agar mampu menyebarkan informasi yang bersifat persuasif, menggugah dan mengajak masyarakat agar terlibat dalam program tersebut.Pelatihan bagi SDM petugas medis khususnya penyuluh kesehatan maupun penyuluh swadaya di Jakarta Selatan, menjadi sangat mendesak mengingat saat ini arus informasi dan komunikasi yang melekat di masyarakat yaitu menggunakan perangkat komunikasi digital. Terlebih situasi dan kondisi pandemi Covid-19 yang sifatnya fluktuatif yang memaksa aktivitas sebagian besar masyarakat Ibukota dilakukan Work From Home (WFH). Maka alasan pelatihan cyber extension menjadi sangat realistis sesuai dengan kondisi masyarakat terkini.  Tujuan pelatihan dan bimbingan teknis bagi petugas medis dan penyuluh kesehatan dalam perancangan konten cyber extension guna mendukung sosialisasi penerapan protokol kesehatandan mensukseskan program vaksinasi nasional. Kegiatan ini dimaksudkan membekali petugas medis khususnya penyuluh kesehatan agar mampu menguasai berbagai fitur atau aplikasi dalam cyber extension, baik melalui aplikasi media sosial maupun membuat website atau blog sederhana.Hasil pelatihan yang dilakukan telah membantu para penyuluh swadaya untuk mengoperasikan sejumlah aplikasi beserta fitur di media sosial, utamanya WhatApps (WA), Instagram (IG) dan YouTube guna mendukung tugas dan fungsi mereka dalam melakukan sosialisasi dan penyebaran informasi kepada warga. Risiko terpapar virus pada penyuluh serta keterbatasan jumlah penyuluh atau petugas kesehatan untuk melaksanakan sosialisasi dan pembinaan kepada masyarakat, merupakan dua faktor penting perlunya penguasaan media digital.
NUTTEENS- PROGRAM EDUKASI GIZI REMAJA SACARA DARING SEBAGAI UPAYA MINIMALISASI MISPERSEPSI STATUS GIZI PADA SISWA SMA BATIK 1 SURAKARTA DI MASA PANDEMI
Authors: Mardiyati Nur Lathifah , Alfatihah Aulia , Septiyana Nur Azizah Dewi
Published: April 2024

Masa remaja merupakan periode pertumbuhan maksimal seseorang sehingga pemenuhan nutrisi yang seimbang selama masa ini sangat dibutuhkan. Persepsi tubuh atau body  image secara umum dialami oleh mereka yang menganggap bahwa penampilan adalah hal yang paling penting dalam kehidupan, termasuk pada masa remaja. Mispersepsi berat badan dapat mempengaruhi pola makan seseorang. Strategi utama yang disarankan untuk meningkatkan nutrisi remaja salah satunya dengan modifikasi perilaku untuk menghasilkan perubahan pola makan melalui edukasi yang ramah remaja yaitu dengan pemberian edukasi mengenai body image dan gizi seimbang secara daring. Seluruh siswa baik dari Program IPA maupun IPS mengalami peningkatan nilai setelah mendapatkan edukasi gizi meskipun dilakukan secara daring sebesar 12,96 poin. Peningkatan poin siswa IPA lebih tinggi dibandingkan pada siswa IPS (IPA 16,21 poin & IPS 7,87 poin).
PEMANFAATAN APLIKASI GOOGLE FAMILY SEBAGAI UPAYA LITERASI DIGITAL PARENTING DALAM MEWUJUDKAN PEMBELAJARAN JARAK JAUH (PJJ) AMAN ANAK
Authors: Nugroho Fajar Wahyu , Wisataone Voettie , Muning Sayekti Octavian , Kumoro Joko
Published: April 2024

Pengabdian pada Masyarakat (PkM) ini bertujuan membangun kesadaran dan melatih orang tua untuk

menjadi orang tua yang melek digital. Pandemi Covid-19 berdampak pada proses belajar mengajar di sekolah,

Pembelajaran Jarak Jauh (PJJ) menjadi solusi efektif agar pembelajaran tetap berjalan dan siswa tetap aman

dari tertularnya virus. Teknologi digital memiliki dampak positif atau negatif tergantung penggunanya.

Teknologi dapat memudahkan proses belajar mengajar, namun engagement yang terlalu sering dengan media

digital dapat membawa dapat negative bagi anak. Anak berpeluang besar untuk berselancar di dunia maya dan

rentan terpapar pornografi. Sayangnya, tidak semua orang tua sudah melek teknologi. Dilain sisi ada orang tua

yang sibuk bekerja di luar rumah, sehingga mereka tidak mampu mengawasi anaknya dengan maksimal. Tim

PkM-KKN berinisiatif mengadakan workshop pemanfaatan Google Family. Tim PkM bekerjasama dengan

Sekolah DasarNegeri Imogiri untuk melatih orang tua mereka menggunakan aplikasi Google Family. Aplikasi

Google Family ini dirancang untuk membantu orang tua menetapkan aturan dasar dan memandu pengalaman

anak saat dia menjelajah secara online. PkM direncanakan dilaksanakan dua tahap. Tahap pertama, pelaksanaan workshop yang meliputi pemaparan materi dan pelatihan menggunakan Google Family. Tahap kedua, pelaksanaan pendampingan.
PELATIHAN DAN PENDAMPINGAN IMPLEMENTASI APLIKASI JIMPITAN TANTULAR
Authors: Srirahayu Agustina , Suryani Fajar
Published: April 2024

Selama kurang lebih 3 tahun pelaksaan kolektif jimpitan menggunakan google form dan menemukan kendala, google form harus diakses oleh warga yang mempunyai akun google atau gmail, serta secara tampilan panjang karena ada 70 rumah warga yang direkap dalam google form tersebut. Aplikasi jimpitan online merupakan aplikasi yang digunakan Bapak-Bapak warga Tantular untuk merekap laporan keuangan dari oengumpulan dana jimpitan. Aplikasi jimpitan setiap hari digunakan sesuai dengan jadwal ronda malam yang sudah di tetapkan. Namun fakta dan data di lapangan menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar anggota ronda malam kesulitan dalam mengoperasikan karena faktor kurang menguais teknologi informasi, sehingga dianggap perlu pendampingan implementasi aplikasi. Pendampingan tersebut diharapkan dapat memberikan solusi permasalahan terkait pemanfaatan aplikasi untuk warga Tantular. Adapun peserta dari kegiatan pendampingan ini dari anggota ronda Bapak-Bapak Tantular dan Pendampingan dilakukan dengan pemberian penjelasan tentang pentingnya pemrosesan transaksi dan laporan keuangan sebagai dasar untuk menyusun laporan keuangan. Selanjutnya diperkenalkan aplikasi software yang sudah dirancang khusus untuk pemrosesan transaksi. Aplikasi berbasis mobile ini dirancang sangat sederhana. Pengguna hanya perlu mencatat dan mengentry besaran dana penerimaan dan pengeluaran jimpitan. Dalam kegiatan pendampingan ini juga dilakukan demo penggunaan aplikasi software dilanjutkan dengan arahan dari instruktur tim pengabdian kepada masyarakat. Peserta diberikan waktu untuk mencoba aplikasi dengan demikian warga dapat memahami dengan lebih jelas hal-hal yang masih belum dimengerti. Tim pengabdian juga memberikan software yang berisi aplikasi sederhana dalam pelaporan keuangan yang dapat dimanfaatkan oleh warga.