bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Food and Nutrient Consumption Patterns of Filipino Pregnant and Lactating Women Based on a Nationwide Survey
Authors: Goyena Eva , Platon-Desnacido Josie , Tabud Dexter , Ducay Apple Joy
Published: September 2023

Due to the limited studies focusing on micronutrient intakes of pregnant and lactating women,and important dietary sources in the Philippines, this study aims to provide an insight into the food and nutrient consumption pattern of pregnant and lactating women. The objectives were to: [1] identify the food groups commonly consumed and dietary patterns of Filipino pregnant and lactating women; [2] describe the macro- and micronutrient intakes of these women; [3]assess the adequacy of these intakes against dietary references; and [4] identify important food sources of their energy and nutrient intakes. This study involved a cross-sectional secondary analysis of the data of 1,474 pregnant women and 4,571 lactating women covered in the 2018–2019 Expanded National Nutrition Surveys (ENNS). Food and beverage intakes were collected using a 24-h food recall method. Energy and nutrient intakes were calculated and analyzed in relation to the Philippine Dietary Reference Intakes (PDRI). Dishes predominantly consumed by pregnant and lactating women were comprised of rice and rice products, fish and products,and vegetables. Cereal consumption is higher, whereas there was a low consumption of meat,milk and dairy products, eggs, dried beans, nuts, and seeds, starchy roots and tubers, and fruits.The mean energy intakes of pregnant and lactating women were below the recommended energy intake (REI). The majority of pregnant (83.6%) and lactating (81.2%) had intakes below theestimated average requirement (EAR) for protein. Mean intakes of all micronutrients except niacin and phosphorous were below the EAR. Iron, calcium, vitamin C, and riboflavin intakes were furthest from the EAR. Less than 1% of pregnant and lactating women met the EAR for iron, whereas less than 10% met the EAR for vitamin A. Rice and rice products were the most important dietary sources of energy, protein, iron, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and phosphorus in the diet of pregnant and lactating women. The findings of this study reflect the low intakes of energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals due to poor dietary quality and food sources, thus increasing the risk of nutrient deficiency among Filipino pregnant and lactating women.
Utilization of Out-of-specification Unripe Cavendish Banana [Musa acuminata (AAA)] as Banana Powder
Authors: Manalo Monica , Falco Maria Elsa , Gomez Rosela , dela Cruz Kristine Ann , Estudillo Pete Maverick Nicole , Ramos Joanna Marie , Flores Bienvenido , Cortado Christian Niamey
Published: September 2023

Around 5–20% of the total banana crop in the Philippines is rejected because it does not meet the specifications for export as fresh fruit. This study aimed to utilize the out-of-specification unripe Cavendish banana of local exporters into banana powder. The effects of different pre-drying treatments such as blanching time and concentrations of citric acid and ascorbic acid on the properties of the resulting Cavendish banana powder in terms of moisture content, water activity, color, solubility, water absorption capacity, bulk density, water holding capacity, and % yield were determined using a central composite face-centered response surface methodology design. Significant mathematical models were generated that predicted the effects of individual and combined influences of pre-drying treatments. Results showed that ascorbic acid was the main factor that influence the lightness, water activity, swelling power, bulk density, and water absorption capacity of banana powder. Results of the optimization process suggested that the desirable pre-drying treatments for banana powder were a blanching time of 0–5 min, as well as soaking in ascorbic acid ranging from 0.01–0.10% and in citric acid ranging from 0.07–0.10%. The identified optimal treatment ranges for blanching time, ascorbic acid concentration, and citric acid concentration provide valuable insights for producing acceptable, safe, and high-quality banana powder. By utilizing out-of-specification bananas and transforming them into value-added intermediate products like powder, the banana industry can reduce waste, maximize resource utilization, and create a more environmentally friendly and economically viable approach to banana production.
Flying Fox Roost (Pteropodidae: Acerodon jubatus) in Timaco Hill, Cotabato City, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), Philippines
Authors: Jumao-as Cromwel , Salvaña Florence Roy , Flores Andrie Bon , Eril Sittie Janiffah , Yabut Ralph Francis , Abler Cathleen Angelie , Tanabe Maria Elena , Amino Zandra , Cano-Mangaoang Cherie
Published: September 2023

Flying foxes are among bat species threatened with extinction due to anthropogenic activities. Conservation efforts have been employed to protect flying foxes thus, information on viable roosts is pertinent to their success. A population of an endangered Philippine endemic Acerodon jubatus, approximately 250 individuals, was recorded roosting on Terminalia microcarpa and Pterocarpus indicus in Timaco Hill of Barangay Kalanganan II, Cotabato City, Philippines. The Bangsamoro Parliament of Cotabato City has a pending resolution to declare Timaco Hill as a protected area to preserve its biodiversity. However, its Comprehensive Land Use Plan envisioned the area as a potential commercial and ecotourism site. The discovery of A. jubatus population in the area can boost ecotourism and increase the economic potential of the local community. However, ecotourism can be a source of disturbance that can potentially affect wildlife. Considering the economic and environmental benefits of ecotourism, it is highly recommended that the Local Government Unit come up with a comprehensive strategic development plan for Timaco Hill to fulfill the goal of ecotourism – to generate revenue from tourism for wildlife conservation and the community’s economic development.
Molecular Detection and Prevalence of Toxoplasma gondii in Ready-to-eat Vegetables and Oysters in Central Luzon, Philippines
Authors: Paraoan Cielo Emar , Villanueva Ren Mark , Obusan Marie Christine
Published: September 2023

Toxoplasmosis, a parasitic infection caused by T. gondii, may be considered as a neglected disease in the Philippines. Consumption of raw or undercooked cyst-containing meat and accidental ingestion of oocysts excreted in the environment are two of the main routes in acquiring the infection. In the Philippines, there is no comprehensive or updated information on the prevalence of T. gondii among human populations and as a food-borne pathogen. We detected T. gondii DNA in ready-to-eat (RTE) vegetables and oysters sold in markets in Central Luzon, Philippines using molecular method. Six (10%) out of the 60 collected vegetable samples tested positive through nested PCR amplification of B1 gene. As for the oyster samples, four (9.09%) out of the 44 collected pooled samples were positive for T. gondii. Phylogenetic analyses revealed all the DNA sequences retrieved from positive samples clustered with T. gondii with a virulent Type 1 genotype (accession no: KX270388). Further studies should be done to identify the exact genotypic profiles of the T. gondii detected in the vegetable and oyster samples to infer pathogenicity and possible sources of contamination. Our findings suggest possible transmission patterns of T. gondii oocysts as a potential health threat to consumers.
Distribution, Accumulation, and Risk Assessment of Pb and Cd in the Tea Plant Leaves, Black Tea, and Soil from Different Tea Plantations in Lahijan, Iran
Authors: Rashidimehr Azadeh , Mosavvari Zahra , Ziarati Parisa , Eskandari Soheyl
Published: September 2023

Since heavy metals (HM) exist in the soil due to industrial activity and the usage of pesticides and fertilizers, monitoring the content of these pollutants is very significant. The current research aimed to determine the concentrations of cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) in the tea plant leaves, black tea, and soil and look for their correlations. Twenty-seven (27) samples were divided into three groups of tea plant leaves, black tea, and soil from the same tea plantations originating from Lahijan, Iran. The concentrations of Pb and Cd in samples were determined using a flame atomic absorption spectrophotometer. After that, some analyses were conducted to find the correlation between the content of Pb and Cd in tea plant leaves, black tea, and soil, and their health risks were evaluated. In leaves, black tea, and soil, the mean contents for Cd were 0.001, 0.044, and 0.044 ppm, whereas those for Pb were 0.501, 0.939, and 2.093 ppm, respectively. The results showed that Cd and Pb concentration means in tea plant leaves, black tea, and soil samples were lower than the guidelines recommended by EU, WHO, and national Iranian standards (P < 0.05). The values of the non-carcinogenic hazard quotients (HQ) and the hazard index (HI) were below 1, indicating that these two HMs will not adversely affect consumers' health through the oral pathway of drinking tea. However, more attention should be paid to monitoring the content of HMs in soil. This research recommends that soil Pb contamination should be managed to ensure safe tea production in the study area. An effective management strategy appears necessary to ensure the quality and safety of tea plantations, as well as to reduce the risk of the accumulation of HMs in tea.
Detection of Outliers in Univariate Circular Data Using New Cut-off Points for the Circular Distance
Authors: Rattanawong Benjawan , Papukdee Nipada , Srisodaphol Wuttichai
Published: September 2023

The aim of this study is to propose two new cut-off points for outlier detection in univariate circular data using the concept of circular distance. The first cut-off point involves using a quantile of the gamma distribution based on adjusted circular distances, whereas the second cut-off point employs the upper fence of a modified boxplot for skewed data. Simulation studies are conducted using both uncontaminated and contaminated data, and the performance of the proposed cut-off points is evaluated in the proportion of outliers, probability of all outliers being successfully detected, probability of outliers being falsely detected as inliers (masking effect), and probability of inliers detected as outliers (swamping effect). Real data examples are also used to demonstrate the efficacy of the proposed cut-off points. The results of the simulation and real data experiments show that the proposed cut-off point involves using a quantile of the gamma distribution based on adjusted circular distances and is successful in outlier detection compared to the existing cut-off points.
Chat GPT
Authors: Uribe Rodríguez Ruben Alejandro
Published: September 2023

El nacimiento de ChatGPT ha significado un punto de partida para la reflexión del lugar que la inteligencia artificial debe jugar en nuestra vida cotidiana, dejando de pertenecer exclusivamente al área de la ciencia ficción. Entre sus usos se debe considerar también su utilidad como herramienta para la comisión de delitos, dada su capacidad para interactuar de manera fluida con los individuos, así como de procesar y resumir grandes cantidades de información en cuestión de segundos. Su rápida evolución da lugar a reflexionar sobre la prevención del uso ilícito de estas nuevas tecnologías y qué papel deben jugar los legistas en esta importante tarea.
Artificial Intelligence in Criminal Proceedings
Authors: Xavier Januário Túlio Felippe
Published: September 2023

The aim of the present paper is to analyze some of the possible applications of artificial intelligence in the criminal justice system and how it could affect some human rights of those involved. For that, the first topic presents the concept and functioning of this technology and how it could be used in the most varied stages of criminal procedure. Subsequently, the second topic addresses some limitations and challenges to be overcome in its application in the criminal justice system and, mainly, which human rights may be at stake with that use. The third and final topic presents some possible guidelines aimed at achieving the necessary balance between the efficiency and effectiveness of criminal justice and the protection of human rights of those affected by these technologies.
La neuropsicología como herramienta para el diagnóstico y tratamiento de víctimas de violencia física de pareja
Authors: Rodríguez Ipiña Isabel , Guzmán Cortés Jorge Alberto
Published: September 2023

La violencia contra las mujeres es una problemática de gran preocupación a nivel internacional, y en países como México las cifras son especialmente alarmantes. La violencia física se destaca como una de las formas más comunes de violencia, cuya recurrencia puede tener efectos negativos en la estructura y función cerebral. En este contexto, la neuropsicología se presenta como una disciplina científica que busca comprender la relación entre los procesos psicológicos y la estructura y función del cerebro. En el caso específico de la violencia física contra las mujeres, esta perspectiva adquiere relevancia en el diagnóstico y tratamiento de las víctimas, así como en su consideración en el ámbito forense.
Utilización de la inteligencia artificial de sistema experto en la investigación del delito
Authors: Granja Pérez Hugo Oscar
Published: September 2023

La inteligencia artificial, sin duda, es una herramienta eficaz y eficiente en la administración de justicia penal que, en la medida en que las instituciones públicas y privadas encargadas de su administración la utilicen, la brecha de tiempo y calidad existente entre la violación del bien jurídico protegido y la sentencia que así lo determine se reducirá, permitiendo proteger y garantizar el derecho humano al acceso a la justicia. La inteligencia artificial ha tenido avances acelerados en los últimos 80 años, a lo que el derecho penal no puede ser ajeno, y debe incorporar en sus procesos la utilización de la inteligencia artificial para la prevención, investigación y sanción de conductas típicas que pudieran poner en riesgo bienes jurídicos protegidos.
Experience and Loyalty Relationship in Online Quick Grocery Shopping by the Mediating Role of Customer Satisfaction and Service Experience Consciousness
Authors: KAZEMZADEHAZAD KURT Ulduz , KIRCOVA İbrahim
Published: September 2023

The significance of customer satisfaction in predicting loyalty has been emphasized in a lot of academic researches, and also companies place a high priority on satisfaction by presuming that it has a direct relationship with customer loyalty. However, recent researches have been looking at potential mediators in these relationships. Since service-based sectors target high customer loyalty, supply chain performance requirements, such as order condition, delivery, and recovery become priorities in online shopping, in contrast to offline shopping. The purpose of this study is to close the knowledge gap on evolving customer expectations in the fast expanding quick grocery commerce. Our results show that the relationship between loyalty and satisfaction may be precarious. It is crucial to reduce the dissatisfaction of customers who are very sensitive to unfulfilled demands and expectations due to the quick engagement opportunities via online channels. The study examined the mediating roles of customer satisfaction and service experience consciousness on the relation between experience and loyalty. This study find that among consumers with greater levels of service experience consciousness, the impact of service experience on continuance intentions and eWOM is stronger.
Design and Evaluation of a Performance Dashboard for the Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, AJA University of Medical Sciences: A Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study
Authors: Almasi Sohrab , Mehrabi Nahid , Ghorbani Mahdi
Published: September 2023

Background: Faculties, as educational systems, comprise various educational groups, faculty members, researchers, students, and administrative staff. The management of data records related to the performance and activities of the faculty and its members leads to better monitoring, identification of weaknesses and strengths, and, ultimately, promotion of the faculty's performance. Dashboards are data management tools that can be used for monitoring and evaluating a faculty's performance. Objectives: This study aims to develop a protocol for the design of a faculty performance dashboard with a sequential mixed methods approach. Methods: This cross-sectional study will be conducted in the Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, AJA University of Medical Sciences, in 2023. A mixed methods study with a sequential mixed (qualitative and then quantitative) design will be conducted in four phases. First, all the resources related to the functional dashboard are reviewed to identify its operational requirements. Second, the requirements and necessities of the software are determined by qualitative (interviews) and then quantitative (Delphi) methods. In this phase, 8 people will be interviewed during the qualitative phase, and thematic analysis will be used to analyze the data. For the quantitative step, the 2-round Delphi technique will be conducted by the purposive selection of 21 individuals. Data analysis for the quantitative step will be conducted in SPSS v. 22 by using descriptive statistics, including mode, median, mean, and percentage of agreement. Third, software coding will be performed in C# programming language in Visual Studio. Finally, 15 people among faculty members and managers will be selected by using purposive sampling to evaluate the software. In this phase, the qualitative method and then the quantitative method are used for software evaluation. In the qualitative method, the think-aloud protocol will be used to evaluate usability, and in the quantitative method, the users' satisfaction with the dashboard software will be assessed using a questionnaire. The validity and reliability of the questionnaire have been confirmed previously (Cronbach's alpha: 0.94). The data will be analyzed using descriptive statistics in SPSS v. 21. Results: The paper identifies four steps that should be followed when designing and adopting performance dashboards to support student agency and empowerment. Conclusions: The final product of this study is a dashboard for monitoring, evaluating performance, and managing resources at the faculty level.
Demographic Gradients of Mental Health in University Students: A Study of Medical Interns in Iran
Authors: Jameie Mana , Keshavarz Mohammadi Nastaran , Hatami Hossein , Jamie Melika , Mansouri Pejman
Published: September 2023

Background: The mental health status of medical students is not optimistic. Understanding the factors associated with their poor mental health can contribute to alleviating this condition. Objectives: This study aimed to examine the mental health status of medical interns and its associated demographic and personal traits. Methods: From 2020 to 2021, 358 interns were enrolled in the study. Goldberg's general health questionnaire (GHQ-28) was used to assess their mental health, with scores ≥ 24 indicating poor mental health. Factors associated with GHQ scores were determined using multivariable regression. Results: Among the study population (age: 25.43 ± 2.31, 49.4% males), GHQ mean score was 30.09 ± 14.44, and 61.7% of interns had GHQ ≥ 24. Female gender (adjusted-OR: 1.78, P: 0.015), low hope for career prospects (adjusted-OR: 4.09, P: 0.001), and low and medium personal life satisfaction (adjusted-OR: 10.94, P < 0.001; adjusted-OR: 2.55, P: 0.001, respectively) significantly increased the risk of having poor mental health. Conclusions: In Iran, more than half of medical interns are not enjoying desirable mental health. Female students are more prone to being mentally unhealthy. Furthermore, lower hope and personal life satisfaction levels negatively affect students' mental health. Related university officials should identify the causes and develop effective preventive and therapeutic mental health services for interns. Female students should be the priority group.
Comorbilidad psiquiátrica y funciones ejecutivas en población con trastorno del espectro autista
Authors: Sánchez López Jessica Valeria
Published: September 2023

Introducción. Se evaluaron funciones ejecutivas y su relación con la comorbilidad psiquiátrica en una muestra de 8 niños y adolescentes con edades entre 6 y 18 años, pertenecientes al Instituto DINA de la ciudad de Manizales. Objetivo. Establecer la relación entre el funcionamiento ejecutivo y la comorbilidad psiquiátrica en población de 6 a 18 años con TEA. Método. Población de 20 participantes diagnosticados con Síndrome de Asperger; muestra de 8 participantes, con y sin comorbilidad psiquiátrica. Se aplicó adaptación abreviada del WISC IV y subprueba de clasificación de tarjetas de Wisconsin de la ENI; el análisis de resultados fue dado por software de procesamiento estadístico SPSS versión 23. Resultados. El 50%  de la muestra evidenció comorbilidad psiquiátrica; el desempeño ejecutivo se observó diversificado. Los sujetos con TEA sin comorbilidad psiquiátrica fueron quienes obtuvieron mayor puntuación en su desempeño ejecutivo. Conclusión. Se determinó comorbilidad psiquiátrica en la mitad de la muestra; los perfiles de funcionamiento ejecutivo muestran desempeño diversificado, no obstante, con mayores puntuaciones en población con TEA sin comorbilidad psiquiátrica.
El autismo en las últimas ediciones de los manuales diagnósticos internacionales
Authors: Laura Grosso María
Published: September 2023

El Trastorno del Espectro Autista (TEA) es una condición compleja que ha experimentado avances significativos en su diagnóstico y clasificación con la llegada del Manual Diagnóstico y Estadístico de los Trastornos Mentales, Quinta Edición (DSM-5). En contraposición al DSM-IV-TR, que empleaba una clasificación categórica, el DSM-5 adopta un enfoque dimensional, evaluando dos criterios clave: déficits en la comunicación y la interacción social, y patrones de comportamiento restringidos y repetitivos. Este cambio permite una mayor especificidad y reduce la incidencia de diagnósticos erróneos, aunque a expensas de la sensibilidad, especialmente en poblaciones adultas y adolescentes. Además, la gravedad del TEA se clasifica según el nivel de soporte requerido, variando desde "demasiado" hasta "algún" apoyo. Se da especial atención a comorbilidades, incluidas las discapacidades intelectuales y otras condiciones psiquiátricas como el TDAH y la esquizofrenia. Estas modificaciones hacen que el diagnóstico y la intervención sean más individualizados, beneficiando tanto al clínico como al paciente.
Perceived Level of Knowledge and Acceptance of COVID-19 Vaccine Among Older Adult
Authors: Sibongga Glorie , Degollado Jerei Micah T , Escaran Francis Alfred , Mina Nytanya Yaffa T , Sison Chelcon , Reantillo Ejay M
Published: September 2023

The appearance of COVID-19 made a significant change on how people live their daily lives by putting the world in a state of a pandemic.  COVID-19 Pandemic affected the health of the people most especially the Older Adults who are more at risk of getting infected. This research aimed to discover the Perceived Level of Knowledge and Level of Acceptance of Older Adults about COVID-19 vaccines as inputs to quality improvement. A quantitative design was employed and a descriptive-correlational method was utilized to describe and correlate the relationship of demographic profile of the Older Adults and their perceived level of knowledge and level of acceptance regarding COVID-19 vaccination. This study determined that older adults are mostly in their 2nd  dose of vaccine and with booster dose, they belong in the age group of 60-65 years old, female, married and are high school and college graduates. A total of one hundred and fifty-seven of older Adults participated in the study. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the demographic profile of the respondents while Eta coefficient and Eta squared were used to determine the relationship of demographic profile and the perceived level of knowledge and acceptance in view of the findings of the study. The results of the study suggest that the perceived level of knowledge and level of acceptance on COVID-19 vaccines were significantly correlated, r = .321, p < .05. This means that there is a positive weak correlation between perceived level of knowledge and level of acceptance. That is, the higher a person’s perceived level of knowledge about COVID-19 vaccines, the more likely they are to accept it. Appropriate health plan about convincing more older adults to get vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine particularly in the factors that address their common concerns. Also, to debunk myths that are known to many, and provide older adults with factual knowledge or information regarding the COVID-19 vaccines for them to accept in getting vaccinated.
The Relationship Between Family History and Smoking Behavior of Family Members
Authors: Putri Okky Oktaviyana , Susanto Tantut , Susumaningrum Latifa Aini
Published: September 2023

Smoking is often found in various environments, especially in the family environment. Various efforts or programs that have been echoed and implemented to overcome these problems include the Healthy Indonesia Program with a Family Approach (PIS-PK). This study aimed to analyze the relationship between family health history and the smoking behavior of family members. The research design is correlational with a cross-sectional approach. The population in this study were all families in the working area of the Kaliwates Health Center, Jember Regency, totaling 12,840 families, with a sample of 170 respondents. The sampling technique used was multistage sampling with the data collection tools used, namely the family health history questionnaire and the GN-SBQ smoking behavior questionnaire. The results of this study indicate that the results of the Chi-Square statistical test obtained a p-value of 0.615 (<0.05) where there is no relationship between family health history and the smoking behavior of family members in the working area of the Kaliwates Health Center. In this study, most of the family health history was in good health, as seen from the history data (65.9%), but most of the families in the working area of the Kaliwates Health Center showed smoking behavior in the very severe category (60.6%). This study concludes that no significant relationship exists between family health history and smoking behavior. It is hoped that with this research, health workers can help improve counseling related to smoking behavior in the working area of the Kaliwates Health Center.
Correlation between Family Participation in National Health Insurance and Fulfillment of Family Care Logistics in Jember Regency
Authors: Oktasari Kingkin Nindi , Susanto Tantut , Kurdi Fahruddin
Published: September 2023

Family participation in JKN (National Health Insurance in Indonesia) is an indicator of PIS-PK (Healthy Indonesia Program - Family Approach). JKN is also part of the National Health System (SKN) whose management consists of eight subs, one of which is management. The management theory put forward by Marquis and Huston consists of five processes, namely planning, organizing, manpower, directing, and controlling. The organizing section includes several activities, including equipment preparation and logistics. Therefore, this study intends to analyze the relationship between family participation in JKN and the fulfillment of the care logistics. This study used a correlational analysis design with a cross-sectional approach. The sampling technique used simple random sampling on 172 families. The instrument uses JKN membership and access questionnaires (Riskesdas, 2018) to measure the fulfillment of family care logistics. The results show that the fulfillment of family care logistics refers to 3 things, namely distance, time, and transportation models. Based on this, the results of the analysis of family participation in JKN with the fulfillment of family care logistics in the working area of the Sumbersari Health Center, Jember Regency using the Chi-Square test, 3 references are seen, namely in terms of distance, time, and transportation models. Distance shows p-value=0.32 (>0.05), time 0.001 (<0.005), and transportation model 0.00 (<0.005). This shows that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted or that there is a relationship between the two variables. Logistics for family care in the Sumbersari Health Center, Jember Regency's working area are sufficiently fulfilled. There is a relationship between family participation in JKN and fulfillment of family care logistics in the working area of the Sumbersari Health Center, Jember Regency. The JKN participation coverage and education on the importance of participating in JKN can continue to be increased.
The Effect of Virtual and Augmented Reality Technologies for Volcano Eruption Disaster Management in The Build of Environments
Authors: Shane Nathanael Marvel , Putri Novita Surya , Fahmi Akhmad Yanuar
Published: September 2023

Panjen Hamlet is located near Raung Mountain, categorized as an active volcano, and prevention activity is very lack to be found among the people of Panjen Hamlet nowadays. Volcano eruption disaster management is one of the requirements for people who live near the volcano eruption area. Due to that condition, adequate disaster management knowledge, equipment, and mental readiness are needed. This study aimed to determine the effect of Virtual & Augmented Reality Technologies (VART) on volcano eruption disaster management among Karang Taruna community adolescent members. The design of this study used a pre-experimental design with total sampling techniques. The samples in this study were 20 respondents with statistical analysis using the Wilcoxon test. The study results obtained a mean pre-test value of 2.70 with a standard deviation of 0.470, while the mean post-test value was 3.0 with a standard deviation of 0.000. The results were assigned after the data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon test in SPSS version 26. Sig = 0.014 < 0.5 were obtained, which means Virtual & Augmented Reality Technologies (VART) influenced volcano eruption disaster management. Giving VART as a new learning method plays an essential role in increasing the level of understanding in Karang Taruna community adolescent members to prepare the readiness of the respondent when faced with a volcano eruption disaster.
Analysis of Factors Affecting Compliance Taking Medicine for Elderly Hypertension Based Health Belief Models
Authors: Pristianti Aulia Hilda , Vitaliati Trisna , Maurida Nurul
Published: September 2023

Entering old age, more and more diseases attack the elderly, including high blood pressure. Most people with hypertension don't know they have hypertension because it has no symptoms, so it's often called the silent killer. Elderly people must adhere to treatment in cases of hypertension, especially by taking antihypertensive drugs. The problem faced by elderly people with hypertension is that most of them do not adhere to their medication. The behavior of following a doctor's advice comes from beliefs or perceptions. The health belief model is one of the theories based on faith. This study aimed to analyze the factors affecting medication adherence in the elderly with hypertension as a function of health belief regimen. This study uses a type of quantitative research. The study design used descriptive analysis with a cross-sectional design. The study population consisted of 107 elderly people with a sample of 100 elderly people with hypertension in the work area of Jenggawah Primary Health Center. The study will be conducted from April to May 2023. The instrument used in the study is a questionnaire. Based on the test results by SPSS using a logistic regression test with α of 0.05, perceived susceptibility p-value of 0.003, p-value of perceived severity of 0.036, p-value of perceived benefit is 0.682 observed, perceived barriers are found to be p-value 0.216, self-efficacy p value 0.081, cues to action p value 0.746. Based on the study results, it can be concluded that there is an influence of the perception of susceptibility and the perception of severity on the adherence to drug treatment in the elderly with hypertension.
Chinese Medicine Constitution that Influences Sleep Quality and Fatigue among Chinese Nurses Working in Shifts in Japan and China
Authors: Wang Zhixia , Hohashi Naohiro , Wu Xiaoyu
Published: September 2023

Nurses who work in shifts may face poor sleep quality and oppressive fatigue. The purpose of this study was to clarify Chinese medicine constitution that influences sleep quality and fatigue among Chinese nurses engaged in shift work. Considering that these conditions might differ according to living environments, studies were conducted both in Japan and China. Data were gathered using the attributes of nurses, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index to evaluate sleep quality, the Jikaku-sho shirabe to evaluate fatigue, and the Constitution in Chinese Medicine Questionnaire, which evaluates Chinese medicine constitution according to nine criteria. The survey was conducted via internet, with data analyzed from 100 Chinese subjects in Japan and 100 Chinese subjects in China. Increase in age, living in China, Qi-deficiency constitution and Blood-stasis constitution were causal factors for lower sleep quality. Sleep quality was significantly lower among nurses in China than those in Japan. The following factors were observed to be causal factors for increased fatigue: longer histories of working in shifts, living in Japan, poorer quality sleep, Qi-deficiency constitution, Yang- and Yin-deficiency constitution, Qi-stagnation constitution and Inherited special constitution. Nurses in Japan showed significantly greater fatigue at the end of a night shift than did those in China. It is suggested that adjustments of Qi-deficiency constitution and Blood-stasis constitution can improve sleep quality in nurses who work in shifts. We believe that improving sleep quality and making adjustments to the five types of Chinese medicine constitution can work to reduce fatigue.
Competency Assessment of Health Volunteers in Recording and Reporting Community Health Status in Thailand
Authors: Jittimanee Sirinapha , Suwankij Jirapa
Published: September 2023

Health volunteers are selected based on their community knowledge, even with limited formal education. They play crucial roles including complex and technical tasks, such as recording and reporting. The aim of this study was to compare the competency in recording and reporting among health volunteers based on their education qualifications. A cross-sectional survey was conducted at a subdistrict hospital in Thailand. Data were collected using the newly developed questionnaire from a purposive sample of health volunteers (N=70). Competency differences were assessed using non-parametric statistics between 44 volunteers with primary education and 26 with secondary education or higher. A total of 70 health volunteers were included in the analyses, yielding a participation rate of 95.9% (70 out of 73). The majority of participants were female (84.3%) and the average age was 57.5 years. Those with secondary education or higher demonstrated significantly better competency in recording and reporting community health status (p = .01). The findings emphasize the need to enhance competency among health volunteers with lower education levels. Nurses in primary care settings can provide guidance, training, and continuous support to empower health volunteers for effective performance.
PCNEO, a New Proficiency Testing Program for Flow Cytometric Analysis of Plasma Cell Neoplasms From the College of American Pathologists Diagnostic Immunology and Flow Cytometry Committee
Authors: Dorfman David M. , Devitt Katherine A. , Cui Wei , Bashleben Christine , Naharro Elena C. Frye , Hedley Benjamin , Hupp Meghan , Karlon William J. , Murphy Claire E. , Cherian Sindhu , Olteanu Horatiu , Seifert Robert P. , Rosado Flavia N. , Linden Michael A.
Published: September 2023

Context.—

In 2018 the College of American Pathologists Diagnostic Immunology and Flow Cytometry Committee designed and implemented a new plasma cell neoplasia flow cytometry proficiency testing program—PCNEO—to allow clinical flow cytometry laboratories to monitor and assess their performance compared with a peer group.

Objective.—

To report the results from the first 4 years of the PCNEO program.

Design.—

Program participants were sent 2 sets of challenges per year, each including 1 wet challenge and 2 dry challenges, with associated clinical and laboratory findings. The wet challenges were composed of myeloma cell line specimens (with or without dilution in preserved whole blood) for flow cytometric analysis. The dry (paper) challenges were composed of clinical case summaries and images of flow cytometric test results from various flow cytometry laboratories of committee members.

Results.—

A total of 116 to 145 laboratories from 17 countries enrolled in the proficiency testing program. For the wet challenges, almost all participants (97%–100%; cumulative, 98.2%) correctly identified the presence of neoplastic plasma cell populations based on flow cytometric analysis of undiluted myeloma cell lines. Slightly fewer participants (89.0%–97.4%; cumulative, 95.2%) correctly identified the presence of neoplastic plasma cell populations based on flow cytometric analysis of diluted myeloma cell lines (10% or 50% dilutions into peripheral blood) intended to better represent a typical clinical sample. There was generally agreement among 80% or more of participants for positive or negative staining for CD38, CD138, CD19, CD20, and surface and cytoplasmic κ and λ light chains. Similarly, 84% to 100% of participants were able to correctly identify the presence of neoplastic plasma cell populations in paper challenges, including the presence of small, neoplastic plasma cell populations (0.01%–5.0% clonal plasma cells) and the presence of nonneoplastic plasma cell populations (correctly identified by 91%–96% of participants).

Conclusions.—

Participant performance in the new proficiency testing program was excellent overall, with the vast majority of participants able to perform flow cytometric analysis and identify neoplastic plasma cell populations and to identify small plasma cell clones or expanded populations of reactive plasma cells in dry challenge flow cytometry results. This program will allow laboratories to verify the accuracy of their testing program and test interpretations for the assessment of patients suspected of having a plasma cell neoplasm.
La voz del paciente como dato para la evaluación del bienestar y de la calidad asistencial
Authors: Salamanca Castro Ana Belén
Published: September 2023

La salud mental es fundamental para el bienestar y para tener una vida plena; de hecho, el bienestar es un aspecto nuclear para definir la salud según la Organización Mundial de la Salud (OMS), en la que el bienestar parece que se presenta como una suerte de estado ideal, de objetivo a alcanzar para que una persona pueda ser considerada sana. No obstante, cabría preguntarse: ¿existe un solo bienestar?, ¿podemos considerar que existe una situación meta, denominada bienestar, que sea universal?, incluso podríamos plantearnos: ¿son universales los aspectos que definen aquello que denominamos calidad de vida? La importancia de la definición de salud de la OMS radica en la inclusión del término bienestar y, consecuentemente, enfatizar la subjetividad. Fue probablemente este mayor protagonismo del bienestar y lo que significa lo que ha motivado la evolución hacia una atención sanitaria centrada en el paciente y en la atención sanitaria basada en valor, donde la medición de resultados en salud reportados por el paciente y de la experiencia del paciente son métricas clave para evaluar la calidad asistencial. Ambas mediciones recogen información sobre la perspectiva de los pacientes y ambas permiten valorar no solo la calidad de vida sino el impacto que la enfermedad y los tratamientos en la vida diaria de nuestros pacientes. Nos permiten “oír la voz de nuestros pacientes” a través de datos clínicos.
 
ABSTRACT
 
Mental health is essential for wellbeing and for having a full life; actually, wellbeing is a nuclear element to define health according to the World Health Organization (WHO), where wellbeing seems to be a kind of ideal state, a sort of objective to achieve so that a person could be considered as healthy. Nevertheless, we could wonder: Is there a unique wellbeing?, could we consider there exist a universal goal situation, called wellbeing? The importance of the WHO definition of health lies on the inclussion of the term wellbeing and, therefore, to emphasize. It was probably this higher protagonism of wellbeing and what it means what has motivated the evolution towards a patient-centered health attention and value-based attention, where the patient-reported outcomes measures and the patient-reported experience measurement are key metrics to assess quality of care. Both measurements gather information about patient views and both of them allow us to asses not only quality of care but also the impact of illness and treatments in our patient’s daily life. They provide us “to hear our patient’s voice” throught clinical data.
Training on Authentic Assessment Preparation to Improve Teacher Professional on Junior High School Science in Bengkulu City
Authors: Medriati Rosane , Purwanto Andik , Kashardi Kashardi , Putri Desy Hanisa , Mantili Lenni
Published: September 2023

The background to this Community Service is the difficulty of teachers in designing and implementing assessments, Authentic Assessments and carrying out learning evaluations well. Therefore, a form of socialization and workshops regarding the development of authentic evaluation and assessment is needed to provide skills to teachers in creating science learning tools that are effective in developing authentic assessments in accordance with the 2013 curriculum. The service method is carried out through pre-surveys, literature review, outreach, and workshops. The strategic target audience for this authentic assessment preparation training is science teachers at Public Junior High School No. 11 Bengkulu City (SMP Negeri 11 Bengkulu City). The location for the socialization and workshop is the Laboratory of SMP Negeri 11 Bengkulu City. The results of community service in the form of training and preparation of authentic assessments in accordance with the 2013 curriculum for science teachers at Public SMP No 11 Bengkulu City which have been implemented (1) can improve teachers' abilities to design authentic assessments in accordance with the 2013 curriculum so that teachers can improve their teaching abilities professionally. (2) Teachers can create effective science learning tools and are able to develop authentic assessments that must be in accordance with what has been outlined in Minister of Education and Culture Regulation No. 23 of 2016 so that teachers can implement the tools in the classroom efficiently.
Coaching Cadres in Posyandu Management in Ranah Singkuang Village, Kampar Regency
Authors: Fitri Fitri , Lailiyana Lailiyana , Hernitati Hernitati
Published: September 2023

The implementation of convergence action through cadre coaching at posyandu activities is very important for early detection of child growth and development. Posyandu can be the main vehicle for improving stunting prevention education. The implementation of posyandu activities is carried out with a 5-table system, namely registration, height and weight measurement, recording, nutrition counseling, and health services. The purpose of this service activity is to provide training to cadres to increase the knowledge and skills of cadres in managing posyandu. The method in this activity is to provide training to cadres in the form of book media. This activity was attended by 12 cadres. The understanding of the material provided is about posyandu management in the 5 tables system which includes weighing and measuring toddlers, calculating the age of toddlers, and plotting on KMS. Measurement indicators using pre and post-test questionnaires. The results showed that pre-test, as many as 8.3% of cadres' knowledge was good, 75%, the cadres had sufficient knowledge and as many as 16.7% had less knowledge. The results of the cadres' posttest, as many as 16.7% of cadres' knowledge became good, 83.3% had sufficient knowledge. The knowledge of the cadres has been improved, because based on the results of the post-test the level of knowledge of the cadres is no longer lacking regarding management in the posyandu.
Education About English Competencies Needed by Nursing Students of Baiturrahim Vocational School Jambi
Authors: Warahmah Mawaddah , Junaidi Adi Saputra , Hasmar Wanti
Published: September 2023

English is an international language that is very important in communicating, especially in the health sector. This implies that it is necessary to master English appropriately to respond to intensive interactions in every country, especially in the global era. Therefore, as the most widely spread international language, mastery of English is a must. In Indonesia, English is still seen as a luxury language. The reason why English is included as a subject in elementary schools, as a basis, is that English should be a necessity for students in their future, especially in the era of globalization. This Community Service (PkM) aims to educate the English language competencies needed by nursing students in learning English to prepare them to continue their health education and become nurses at an international level. The competencies needed by students and nurses will later be used for the future of students majoring in nursing at Baiturrahim Vocational School. This community service takes place at Baiturrahim Vocational School. This educational method uses the approach of providing materials and leaflets to students and teachers at Baiturrahim Jambi Vocational School which is located at Jalan H. Syamsoe Bachroen No. 32 RT. 04, Selamat District. Sipin Lake, Jambi City, Jambi Province. This series of service activities has started in September 2022 - March 2023. The results of this education include increasing students' knowledge about the ten main competencies that nursing students must master in order to function well in the nursing profession.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Implementasi CSR sebagai Upaya PenyelesaianTerjadinya Konflik antara Masyarakat dengan Perusahaan
Authors: Irawan Sahrul Ari , Gitosaputro Sumaryo , Rangga Kordiyana K , Hasanuddin Tubagus , Aviati Syarief Yuniar
Published: September 2023

Pelaksanaan sebuah CSR yaitu tanggung jawab sosial perusahaan kepada masyarakat diharapkan sebuah implementasinya terlaksana dengan baik antara perusahaan dengan masyarakat. Pengamatan yang dilakukan dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui sejauh mana implementasi dari CSR yang ada di Perusahaan PT Huma Indah Mekar dan mengetahui hubungan antara CSR yang ada dengan konflik yang terjadi antara perusahaan dan masyarakat di Kabupaten Tulang Bawang Barat Provinsi Lampung. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan melihat sebuah pengembangan masyarakat yang ada dari sebuah implementasi CSR dengan analisis miles dan hiberman. Hasil dari pengamatan yang ada yaitu pelaksanaan CSR di perusahaan PT Huma Indah Mekar sudah terimplementasi dengan baik tetapi belum optimal. Hubungan antara implementasi CSR dengan konflik tentu sangat berhubungan jika wujud pelaksanaan dari sebuah CSR tidak terlaksana dengan baik tentu masyarakat merasa tidak adanya bantuan sosial atau ikatan sosial antara perusahaan dan masyarakat. Hal ini yang menyebabkan masyarakat merasa kurang diperhatikan oleh perusahaan.