bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Persepsi Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia terhadap Trilogi Garis Cinta Karya Rizky Febian
Authors: Sudarjad Ryco , Sinaga Mangatur , Septyanti Elvrin
Published: June 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan persepsi mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia terhadap lirik Trilogi Garis Cinta karya Rizky Febian. Jenis penelitian ini yaitu penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan kuantitatif. Data dalam penelitian ini didapatkan melalui hasil analisis penyebaran angket yang dibagikan kepada mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia, Universitas Riau, angkatan 2020, dan 2021 dengan jumlah responden sebanyak 147. Hasil penelitian ini yaitu pada lagu Cuek karya Rizky Febian dapat dilihat seluruh pertanyaan mendapatkan nilai yang bagus dan masuk dalam kategori sangat baik, dengan pertanyaan yang mendapatkan persentase paling tinggi adalah pada pertanyaan kesembilan yaitu bagaimana nada dan suasana dalam lirik lagu Cuek karya Rizky Febian, sebesar 89,52%.  Selanjutnya pada lagu Mantra Cinta karya Rizky Febian dapat dilihat seluruh pertanyaan mendapatkan nilai yang bagus dan masuk dalam kategori sangat baik. Adapun pertanyaan yang mendapatkan persentase paling tinggi adalah pada pertanyaan kesembilan yaitu bagaimana nada dan suasana dalam lirik lagu Mantra Cinta karya Rizky Febian, mendapatkan persentase sebesar 89,52%. Terakhir pada lagu Mantra Cinta karya Rizky Febian dapat dilihat seluruh pertanyaan mendapatkan nilai yang bagus dan masuk dalam kategori sangat baik. Adapun pertanyaan yang mendapatkan persentase paling tinggi adalah pada pertanyaan pertama yaitu Bagaimana diksi/pilihan kata dalam lirik lagu Makna Cinta Karya Rizky Febian, mendapatkan persentase sebesar 89,39%. Berdasarkan 30 pertanyaan yang tedapat dalam kuisioner penilaian tertinggi terdapat pada lagu Cuek pertanyaan ke sembilan yaitu bagaimana nada dan suasana pada lagu Cuek karya Risky Febian sebesar 89,52% dan pada lagu Mantra Cinta pada pertanyaan ke sembilan juga bagaimana nada dan suasana dalam lirik lagu Mantra Cinta karya Rizky Febian sebesar 89,52%.
Hubungan Fleksibilitas dan Power Otot Lengan dengan Ketepatan Servis Atas Bola Voli di SMK Negeri 3 Kabupaten Tangerang
Authors: Abidin Zaenal , Husdarta J.S. , Komarudin Edi , Sobarna Akhmad , Rizal Rony M.
Published: June 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui hubungan fleksibilitas sendi bahu dan power lengan dengan ketepatan servis atas bola voli di SMK Negeri 3 Kabupaten Tengerang. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan kuantitatif dengan pendekatan korelasional. Sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 20 siswa yang mengikuti ekstrakulikuler bola voli di SMK Negeri 3 Kabupaten Tengerang. Berdasarkan hasil analisis koefisien korelasi antara rx1.y = 0, 525 > r(0.05)(20) = 0,444, berarti koefisien korelasi tersebut signifikan. Koefisien korelasi antara rx2.y = 0, 646 > r(0.05)(20) = 0,444, berarti koefisien korelasi tersebut signifikan. Uji keberatian koefisien korelasi antara x1 dan x2 dengan Y terdapat nilai Rhitung = 0, 677 > R(0.05) (20) = 0,444 berarti koefisien korelasi tersebut signifikan. Jadi dapat disimpulkan terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara fleksibilitas sendi bahu dan power lengan dengan ketepatan servis atas bola voli di SMK Negeri 3 Kabupaten Tengerang.
Hubungan Kekuatan Otot Lengan, Kelentukan Togok dan Kekuatan Otot Tungkai dengan Guling Depan Siswa SMAN 30 Kabupaten Tangerang
Authors: Suhendra Suhendra , Husdarta J.S. , Komarudin Edi , Sobarna Akhmad , Rizal Rony M.
Published: June 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara kekuatan otot lengan, kelentukan togok, dan kekuatan otot tungkai dengan gerakan guling depan pada Siswa SMAN 30 Kabupaten Tangerang. Metode Dalam penelitian ini termasuk dalam penelitian korelasional. Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas XA Sekolah Menegah atas Negeri 30 Kabupaten Tangerang yang berjumlah 30 siswa. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian diperoleh nilai Nilai Rhitung 0,914 > Rtabel 0,361 sehingga Ho ditolak dan H1 diterima. Kesimpulannya terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara kekuatan otot lengan, kelentukan togok dan kekuatan otot tungkai dengan kemampuan gerakan guling depan pada Siswa SMAN 30 Kabupaten Tangerang.
Pengaruh Manajemen Tim terhadap Prestasi Tim Nasional Pencak Silat Indonesia di Sea Games 2021 dan 2023
Authors: Irianti Istiar Fidia , Solihin Akhmad Olih , Syamsudar Bangbang
Published: June 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh praktik manajemen terhadap prestasi Tim Nasional Pencak Silat Indonesia pada SEA Games 2021 dan 2023. Menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif, penelitian ini mengkaji keterkaitan antara manajemen tim yang meliputi perencanaan, pengorganisasian, kepemimpinan, pengendalian, dan kepegawaian dengan pencapaian prestasi atlet. Sampel penelitian terdiri dari 30 anggota tim, meliputi atlet, pelatih, dan manajer. Data dikumpulkan menggunakan angket yang valid dan dianalisis melalui statistik deskriptif dan inferensial menggunakan SPSS versi 20. Hasil menunjukkan hubungan positif yang signifikan antara manajemen tim dengan prestasi, dengan kepegawaian sebagai kontributor terbesar.
Persepsi Sports Massage terhadap Kinerja dan Pemulihan Atlet Sepakbola Tim Nasional Indonesia Piala Asia Qatar 2024
Authors: Alpian Muhammad , Supriadi Dedi , Ishak Muchamad , Sobarna Akhmad
Published: June 2024

Tujuan Penelitian ini untuk mengetahui bagaimana persepsi sport massage terhadap penampilan dan pemulihan atlet sepak bola timnas Indonesia Piala Asia Qatar 2024. Populasi dan sampel penelitian adalah 22 pemain sepak bola timnas Indonesia Piala Asia Qatar 2024. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan metode kuesioner yang disebarkan. ke sampel. Teknik analisisnya menggunakan uji analisis korelasi Pearson Correlation. Hasil penelitian adalah sebagai berikut; hasil perhitungan uji korelasi Pearson Correlation diperoleh nilai sig (2-tailed) persepsi sport massage terhadap penampilan dan pemulihan mempunyai nilai 0,000 lebih kecil dari nilai 0,05. Artinya terdapat hubungan antara persepsi sport massage terhadap penampilan dengan kesembuhan. Artinya terdapat hubungan antara persepsi sport massage dengan penampilan dan kesembuhan atlet. Sedangkan derajat kuatnya hubungan antara variabel independen dengan variabel dependen dilihat dari nilai Pearson Correlation sebesar 0,962, nilai tersebut berada pada kriteria hubungan yang sangat besar atau sangat kuat. Kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah terdapat hubungan yang signifikan dan positif dari persepsi sport massage terhadap penampilan dan pemulihan atlet sepak bola timnas Indonesia Piala Asia Qatar 2024.
Pathological Pulmonary Manifestations in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis
Authors: Khalid Henna , Riaz Mariam , Shafiq Saba , Ali Sara , Shahzad Anwar , Bano Raheela
Published: June 2024

Provenance of chronic kidney diseases is much more common in these days especially in patients suffering from secondary causes like diabetes mellitus and hypertension. Objective: To study the prevalence of pathological pulmonary manifestations in chronic kidney diseases patients. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was done to examine the spectrum of pulmonary manifestations and any significant correlation with raised serum urea and creatinine level in patients on hemodialysis at various dialyzing units in Abbottabad for chronic kidney diseases. 200 patients with end-stage renal diseases were selected with convenience sampling for study with complaints of breathlessness, cough or chest discomfort. Evidence of pulmonary manifestations was gathered from histopathological and radiological reports records. Results: The most common findings in the acute phase of the patients were pneumonia 30% and 14% in males and females respectively. Pleural effusion was 20% prevalent in males while 6% in females. Empyema was 7% in males and 2% in females. Lung abscess and fibrosis was less common in patients suffering from chronic kidney disease. Spearmen rho results showed significant two tailed correlations between pulmonary manifestations and raised level of serum urea and creatinine levels.  In most patients, co-morbidities such as diabetes mellitus and chronic hypertension, urolithiasis were evident as co-factors with significant raised urea and creatinine levels responsible for chronic kidney diseases. Conclusions: Pulmonary manifestations are common in patients on hemodialysis due to chronic kidney disease and strong correlation exists between raised serum urea and creatinine markers with pulmonary manifestations.
The Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Nurses, Technicians and Sanitary Workers Regarding Biomedical Waste Management at Healthcare Establishments of Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan
Authors: Qadir Samina , Bano Raheela , Iqbal Anil , Saddozai Muhammad , Gul Maira , Younis Muhammad , Dastageer Fatima , Mussab Muhammad , Noor Maheen
Published: June 2024

Risk waste generated in hospitals can cause some serious health and environment related problems, if not disposed properly. Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of healthcare workers regarding Biomedical Waste (BMW) management and to find out any significant difference across different sociodemographic variables. Methods: This was a cross sectional study conducted from 20th February to 20th August 2023. Sampling technique was consecutive non probability with a sample size of 287. Research variables were knowledge, attitude and practice. T-test and One-way ANOVA test were used to show statistically significant difference between research variables across demographic variables at p-value of ≤ 0.05. Results: 287 health care workers participated in this study. Around 84% nurses, 78% technicians and 64% sanitary worker have good knowledge about BMW management. Remaining participants had fair knowledge and none of the health care workers in any category had poor knowledge about BMW. 83% of the total participants from all three categories of workers had a good attitude regarding BMW management whereas around 16.7% participants had a fair attitude while 0.3% had a poor attitude. However, only 1% had good practices while 62% had poor practice and the remaining 37% participants had fair practice. It was found there was a statistically significant association of the category of workers with knowledge. Conclusions: The healthcare workers have good knowledge and attitude regarding BMW disposal but the practice was either fair or poor.
Steady-State Harmonic and Time Domain Point Absorber Modelling
Authors: Al-Sahlawi Saad , Seamus Garvey , Johnson Kathy
Published: June 2024

This paper analysed the development of a steady-state harmonic model which, along the vertical axis, can simulate a single buoy’s motion with one degree of freedom (heave). The model can optimise a buoy’s geometric and control parameters to maximise power absorption from incident waves. The steady-state model revealed that at resonance, maximum power absorption of the buoy occurred in two region values with either low or high range of values of radiation damping coefficient (c2). In practice, achieving operation in the low c2 region is difficult. Therefore, it is recommended that the devices be designed to operate in the high c2 region to increase power capture. The model also revealed the best value for c1 (PTO damping coefficient) when the buoy with the peak frequency of the sea state is at resonance, and its mass is optimum. The PTO device size can therefore be manufactured accordingly to maximise power absorption. Out of all the tested buoy shapes (spike, bullet, and bi-cone), the bi-cone (60o/120o) buoy performed the best, and its response was most similar to the optimum mass response predicted by the model.
Profit Efficiency of Milk Producers in Ethiopia: Empirical Evidence from Western Shewa Milk Shade, Walmara District
Authors: Mebratu Takele , Muleta Gadisa
Published: June 2024

The study assessed the profit efficiency and the responsible factors for the inefficiency of dairy farmers in West Shewa milkshed, central Ethiopia. A multistage random sampling method was employed to select sample households. The primary data were collected using structured questionnaires with computer-assisted personal interviews (CAPI). Descriptive and econometric data analysis were performed, and the stochastic frontier model was the model used. The result disclosed that the dairy business is profitable, and the mean efficiency score is 71%, indicating the existence of 29% inefficiency in dairy farming. This result indicates that enhancement of all the efficiencies will enable households to attain a potential profit of 88428.25 birrs. Sex, the price of milk, and the number of cows owned were the main factors that affected the profit inefficiency of the dairy farmers. This study suggests that the profit efficiency of dairy farmers will be enhanced if they choose their dairy farm sizes based on the production resources they have, and if the milk collection centers are availed in all villages.
Demographic and clinical features in patients with vaccinated and unvaccinated measles
Authors: Az Adem , Ozcomlekci Mehmet , Sogut Ozgur
Published: June 2024

This study investigated the demographic and clinical characteristics of measles patients who presented to the emergency department, analyzing the relationship with their vaccination status. This single-center and retrospective study included 110 patients with confirmed measles. The patients were categorized based on their clinical outcomes (ambulatory monitoring and inpatient) and vaccination status (≥2 doses vs. <2 doses). We compared demographic and clinical characteristics between these patient groups. Our study included 57 females (51.82%) and 53 males (48.18%), with a mean age of 9.32±10.47 years. Seventy percent of patients were aged ≤10 years. The most common symptoms upon admission were fever (77.27%), fatigue (49.09%), and cough (35.45%). Complications included otitis media (6.36%), pneumonia (2.73%), and seizure (0.91%). Despite no significant differences in hospitalization and severe disease between those who received ≥2 doses of the measles vaccine and those who did not, all hospitalized patients were unvaccinated. Furthermore, 81.8% of complicated measles cases occurred in patients who were not vaccinated with the effective dose. Our study indicates that measles is more severe in unvaccinated patients compared to vaccinated cases. All hospitalizations and most complications were observed in the unvaccinated group. Additionally, most cases were in the pediatric age group.
The utility of serum calcium and phosphate levels for determining mortality in patients with acute ischemic stroke
Authors: t Tuba , Yildirim Sunay
Published: June 2024

The most common form of stroke presents as ischemic stroke. For these patients, the primary goals of stroke management in the emergency department are revascularization and minimizing secondary neuronal damage via thrombolytic therapy and/or endovascular thrombectomy. However, in addition to improvements in the treatment of stroke, preventive measures to avoid stroke occurrence have been the focus of considerable recent research interest. Calcium and phosphorus are important elements in many structural components and cellular processes in the body. The aim of the study was to evaluate the role of serum calcium and phosphorus levels on the mortality of patients with acute ischemic stroke (AIS). The data of 1,204 patients admitted to the emergency department of our secondary state hospital between 2019 and 2021, and subsequently hospitalized for diagnosis of AIS, were analyzed. Our results showed that low serum calcium levels associated with mortality in AIS patients, but phosphate levels have no effect on mortality of patients with AIS.
Prolonged and intermittent discharges from surgical sites in patients with history of craniotomy: Delayed diagnosis
Authors: Mutlucan Umut
Published: June 2024

This study aims to evaluate characteristics of delayed and prolonged surgical site discharges and their prognostic significance after craniotomies. Postoperative infections after craniotomy are potentially serious complications warranting vigilance and intervention. Prolonged and delayed surgical site discharge is an overlooked and seldomly reported entity in the neurosurgical literature. We have treated several cases with prolonged discharges from their craniotomy sites in a delayed fashion even years after their surgeries. The tertiary referral center database was reviewed for cases involving surgical site discharges. We found 164 cases of infection following neurosurgical procedures between 2010 and 2020, of which nine involved discharges. Four of these patients were excluded upon the second evaluation, and finally, five cases were included for further analysis. Our cohort comprised three females and two males aged 13–46 years (mean: 28.8 years). The initial surgeries were performed a mean of 61.2 months ago. Subtle discharges from surgical sites began as early as 1 month or as late as 15.5 years following surgery. The culture results implicated Pseudomonas aeruginosa in one case, coagulase-negative Staphylococcus in one, and normal skin flora in two. One case was inconclusive. All patients were operated on, and the surgical site was irrigated. In two patients, the bone flap and the cranioplasty material were also removed. The patients were followed up for a mean 40.8 months and there were no further discharges from the surgical site. Non-purulent, sticky discharges from surgical sites are an overlooked entity in neurosurgical practice. Recognition and familiarity with the natural course of this condition can make earlier exploration of the surgical site possible, with favorable outcomes compared to long-term antibiotic therapy.
Comparison of pericapsular nerve group block alone versus combined with suprainguinal fascia ilica compartment block for postoperative analgesia and quality of recovery in older adult patients with hip fractures: A retrospective study
Authors: Et Tayfun , Korkusuz Muhammet
Published: June 2024

Previous studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of the pericapsular nerve group (PENG) block and suprainguinal fascia ilica compartment block (SIFCB) in providing postoperative pain relief. This retrospective study aimed to compare the analgesic contribution and quality of recovery of SIFCB added to PENG block for hip surgery in elderly patients. This retrospective study analyzed data from patients over the age of 65 who underwent hip surgery between January 2023 and September 2023. The patients included were all American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) 2-3, and received a standard perioperative and postoperative analgesia regime. According to the regional anesthesia method applied to the patients, they were grouped as PENG and PENG+SIFCB. The study was conducted on 38 patients. Of these, 20 were in the PENG group, while 18 were in the PENG+SIFCB group. The study evaluated the 48-hour oral opioid consumption and quality of recovery on postoperative day 1 and month 1 in both groups. The results indicated that the average oral opioid consumption was similar in both groups, with the PENG group consuming an average of 26.5 (IQR: 20-30) and the PENG+SIFCB group consuming an average of 20 (IQR: 10-28), respectively (p=0.100). Furthermore, there was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of quality of recovery on postoperative day 1 and month 1 (p=0.271, p=0.936, respectively). The study found that combining SIFCB with PENG block provides similar benefits compared to PENG block alone for postoperative opioid consumption and quality of recovery in multimodal analgesia planning.
The importance of plant DNA examination in forensic botany
Authors: Akkan Ozlem , Yildirim Bunyamin , Hurkan Kaan , Mustafayeva Ulviyya
Published: June 2024

Plants possess a natural genetic diversity that is used for various scientific research purposes. This diversity is useful in deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) fingerprint and barcode studies, which have many applications in scientific research such as determining the relationships between plant species, determining parentage, creating genome maps, and determining genetic variations. It can also help understand evolutionary issues, identify species’ subspecies or races, and prepare phylogenetic trees and cladograms. Moreover, genetic diversity can assist in population genetics, plant breeding, revision studies, and forensic medicine applications. The widespread use of plant material in human life has led to the formation of the concept of criminal botany in the field of forensic sciences. This study, it was aimed to determine the origin of plant findings which frequently encountered at crime scenes by conducting criminal botanical investigations so that the ribulose bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase large subunit (rbcL/RuBisCO) gene was used to identify various exotic/tropical plant species (Ananas comosus (L.) Merr, Chamaedorea elegans Mart., Nolina recurvata (Lem.) Hemsl. (Beaucarnea recurvata Lem.), Pandanus veitchii hort., Phoenix dactylifera L., Phormium tenax J.R.Forst. & G.Forst., Sansevieria trifasciata Prain, Theobroma cacao L., Washingtonia filifera (Linden ex André) H.Wendl.)) grown in the tropical greenhouses of Istanbul University Alfred Heilbronn Botanical Garden (AHBG). This gene is specific to plants and is obtained from chloroplast. Different restriction enzymes (AccI, BamHI, DraI, PstI, and SacII) were used for typing these plants. Their molecular characterizations were investigated by using Cleaved Amplified Polymorphic Sequence (CAPS) markers, also known as Polymerase Chain Reaction-Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (PCR-RFLP), which is a technique based on the fragmentation of Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)-amplified DNA regions with restriction enzymes/endonucleases using appropriate primers, resulting in DNA particle length polymorphism. Exotic and tropical plant samples, which are also fibrous plants, were subjected to DNA analysis to contribute to forensic botany in solving illegal activities and increase the use of plants as evidence in crime scene investigations.
Determination of the frequency of extraintestinal manifestations in patients with inflammatory bowel disease
Authors: Dagli Pinar , Arhan Mehmet
Published: June 2024

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a systemic disease whose etiology and pathogenesis are not fully understood and that affects organs and systems other than the gastrointestinal system. Many patients with IBD can develop extraintestinal manifestations (EIMs), affecting numerous organs and systems. The medical records of IBD patients followed in our gastroenterology clinic were retrospectively examined. While patients with Crohn's disease (CD) were grouped by anatomical site and clinical type, patients with ulcerative colitis (UC) were grouped by anatomical site of involvement.They examined the association between the presence of EIMs and demographic characteristics, diagnostic groups, sex, age groups, anatomical involvement, CD clinical types and fistula types. In addition, the patient groups and the relationship between EIM subgroups were evaluated. The study consisted of 393 patients with IBD, including 276 patients with UC and 117 with CD. The frequency of at least one EIM was 35.4% in 139 patients. When subgroups were examined,hepatosteatosis was the most common EIM, followed by hepatobiliary manifestations. EIM frequency was higher in CD than in UC when the two were compared. There was no significant relationship between EIM and diagnosis groups, anatomical location, clinical type of CD, or fistula types. Regarding the relationship between EIMs, there was no direct proportional relationship, but there was a significant decrease in the incidence of other EIMs in some EIMs. Determining the prevalence and risk factors associated with EIMs and raising awareness about this issue may aid in its early diagnosis and treatment. Thus, complications that may arise during the follow-up process can be avoided.
Ophthalmologic emergencies in pediatric patients aged 0–2 years
Authors: Cumaoglu Mustafa , Dolanbay Turgut , Vural Abdussamed , Bicer Gamze , Ozcelik Mustafa , Altay Mustafa
Published: June 2024

Ophthalmologic emergencies (OE) in the pediatric age group are classified as traumatic or nontraumatic, potentially causing partial or total visual loss. These emergencies, which are significant contributors to acquired visual impairment or loss, hold a prominent position in emergency department visits globally. This retrospective study aimed to analyze the demographic, etiological, and clinical characteristics of patients aged 0–2 years who were brought to the Emergency Department (ED) with ophthalmologic emergencies and requested ophthalmologic consultation. Age (month), sex, complaint etiology, affected eye (right or left), diagnosis, examination findings, treatment, and clinical progression were analyzed. Of the patients, 26 who met the inclusion criteria were included in this study. The median age was 20 (14.75–24) months; 5 (19.2%) children were aged less than 1 year and 21 (80.8%) were aged more than 1 year. Three of the patients (11.5%) were refugees. When the cases were grouped as infective and noninfective eye emergencies, the diagnosis of conjunctivitis was statistically significant between refugee and nonrefugee children (p=0.032). Traumatic injuries were more common in children aged 13–24 months, which was statistically significant (p=0.029). Only a small proportion of children brought to emergency departments with ocular complaints actually have a genuine emergency necessitating consultation. Early pediatric patients, in particular, should undergo a more meticulous systemic examination. It is crucial to explore the presence of severe emergencies that could lead to vision loss, one of our most vital senses, in every patient.
Knowledge, attitude, difficulty and perceived stress levels regarding COVID-19 among syrians under temporary protection in Türkiye
Authors: Beyazit Husam , Gunes Gulsen
Published: June 2024

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic altered everyones lifestyle causing major restrictions in public health practices and social life all over the world. Therefore, refugees who were already living a disrupted life were more affected by this situation. This study was aimed to determine the difficulties, knowledge levels and stress levels of Syrian refugees in Türkiye during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study included 633 Syrian refugees who applied to Migrant Health Centers (MHC) in Gaziantep province between March 2022 and May 2022. Participants filled out a questionnaire consisting of 61 question including sociodemographic data and knowledge about the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the participants' Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) was evaluated. Three hundred and five of the participants were women and 328 were men, and the average age was 38.46±11.72 years. It was observed that 24.5% of the participants were unemployed, 46.6% were economically supported, and all of them had low income levels. It was determined that the majority of the participants did not have sufficient information about the COVID-19 pandemic and almost half of them had difficulties obtaining clean water, cleaning materials, masks, medicine and healthcare services. It was determined that those who could speak Turkish faced more challenges getting masks and medicines than those who did not speak Turkish. Participants' PSS scores were at the upper limit of moderate stress. It was also revealed that PSS scores decreased as the duration of residence in Türkiye increased. Our findings reveal that Syrian refugees experienced difficulties in many areas during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was also determined that perceived stress among Syrian refugees was quite high.
Facilitation of intubation and surgical management for advanced stage neck contractures following burns with a single incision technique
Authors: Calavul Abdulkadir
Published: June 2024

Severe post-burn neck contractures pose significant challenges in airway management, complicating surgical interventions, and affecting patient outcomes. Traditional intubation techniques often fall short in these cases due to restricted neck mobility and altered anatomy. This retrospective study evaluates a novel single-incision technique for facilitating intubation in patients with advanced-stage neck contractures after burns. Conducted in the Plastic Surgery Clinic of Special Metrolife Hospital from January 1, 2020, to January 1, 2023, the study involved 25 pediatric patients and received ethical approval from Harran University Hospital. The technique consisted of sedation with propofol and ketamine, followed by a single incision to release neck contracture, allowing for easier intubation. The technique demonstrated a significant improvement in ease of intubation, with an average ease-of-intubation score of 1.4±0.5. Postoperative complications were minimal, with only two out of 25 patients experiencing minor issues. Furthermore, 92% of patients reported substantial functional and aesthetic improvements in the neck region. The single-incision technique presents a viable and safer alternative to conventional intubation methods for patients with severe post-burn neck contractures. Its simplicity and effectiveness make it particularly suitable for diverse healthcare settings, including those with limited resources. Future research should aim to validate these findings in larger, multicentre studies and explore the technique's applicability across different patient demographics.
An inquiry of the reasons why patients avoid undergoing arthroscopic meniscus surgery
Authors: r Erdal , Oval Sancar , an Mehmet , r Zeynep
Published: June 2024

Although arthroscopic meniscus repair is the definitive treatment for meniscal tears, some patients have the fear of undergoing such surgery. In this study, we hypothesized that patients with meniscal tears would have a specific reason to avoid arthroscopic meniscus repair and that those who had opted for or avoided surgery would differ in terms of sociodemographic data, preoperative concerns regarding surgery, and/or functional status. A total of 176 patients (32 males, 144 females; mean age: 46.32±11.80 years) were included in the study. All patients had been diagnosed with meniscal tears by clinical and radiological examinations (X-ray, MRI) and recommended surgical treatment between 2018 and 2020. A single question was asked to the patients: “Why would you like to avoid surgery?” and their answers were recorded. In 63.6% of the patients, the reason for avoiding surgery was the fear of not being able to walk. Similarly, 59.1% of the patients stated that they had a fear of getting worse after surgery. More than half (54.5%) of the patients said that they knew people who had undergone similar surgery and did not benefit from it. A great majority (90.9%) of the patients stated that they had concerns about being bedridden after surgery. The proportion of the patients who thought no one would take care of their children if they had an operation was 27.3%. About 80% of the patients inquired whether they could receive an alternative conservative treatment before the surgery. Over half (59.1%) of the patients thought that they would not recover even if they underwent surgery. The most obvious reason for patients avoiding surgery was the fear of getting worse than the current state.
Dissoanalytic theory of migration as a transboundary escape experience from transgenerational traumatic experiences: Regenerative dissociation and developmental migration in the face of a global monolithic cultural hegemony
Authors: Ozturk Erdinc
Published: June 2024

Migration, as a transnational escape experience from transgenerational traumatic experiences, is the silent footprints of escaping from a dissociative revolution in societies controlled by global monolithic cultures, psychosocial oppression and traumatic experiences! The act of migration against dysfunctional societies dominated by monolithic cultural hegemony is both a very harsh mobile criticism and a permanent psychosocial punishment! Psychosocial analysis of subjects and communities forced to migrate in the face of psychosociopolitical traumatic experiences can be carried out on the basis of "Dissoanalytic Migration Theory" in order to ensure that development-oriented, prudent and empathetic masses prevail in all societies of the world. “Ozturk's Dissoanalytic Theory of Migration” is structured on the main motivators, traumatic nature, dissociative components and psychosocial consequences of migration! Dissoanalytic migration theory emphasizes that "psychosocial absolute reality" can be grasped and "integrative psychosocial transformation" can be realized by predominating the "regenerative dissociation" experienced through "developmental migration" on behalf of immigrants! "Regenerative dissociation", one of the associative functions of the self, is adaptive and creational "psychosocial defense patterns" that can be experienced voluntarily after chronic traumatic experiences, consecutive positive life events and especially developmental migration. “Regenerative dissociation”, “associative dissociation” and “psychosocial consciousness alliance”, which are closely related to “self-philosophy”, are the main creators of “developmental migrations”. Developmental migration in the face of a global monolithic cultural hegemony is a “mobile adaptation reaction” to the dissociative age characterized by overstimulation. In all societies of the world, the "mass dissociative fault lines" fed by psychosociopolitical oppressions, negative child-rearing styles and chronic childhood traumas are broken by developmental migrations and dissociative revolutions, and a new empathy and peace-oriented "integrative transgenerational transformation" begins! According to dissoanalytic migration theory, "dissociative revolutions", "dissociative emancipations" and "developmental migrations" create an irreversible psychosocial change in all individuals and societies so that subjects can no longer be themselves!
Prevalence of hypertension and associated behavioural risk factors among low income adults in Kiambu County, Kenya
Authors: Ndithia James , Mbuthia Grace , Nyangechi Edna
Published: June 2024

Hypertension is one of the critical risk factors for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality, and a leading risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and premature death. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of hypertension and quantify related behavioural risk factors in Kiambu County, Kenya. A cross-sectional study design was used, and data were collected using adapted WHO stepwise questionnaire. A total of 310 participants took part in the study. Majority, (76%) were females and participants’ mean age was 45.3 years. Results showed 31% of participants had hypertension (systolic blood pressure ≥140 and/or diastolic blood pressure ≥90 mmHg). Social-demographic characteristics associated with hypertension included male gender (AOR=2.33; 95% CI 1.09-4.99), older age groups (AOR=3.1-11.3 p<0.05) and history of hypertension (AOR=10.59; 95% CI 5.06-22.13). behavioural factors associated with hypertension were, alcohol consumption (AOR=3.3; 95% CI 1.66-6.57), being overweight (AOR=5.4; 95% CI 2.91-10.01) and obese (AOR=13.4; 95% CI 5.21-34.26). Eating fruits daily (AOR=0.5; 95% CI 0.25-0.96), being physically active (AOR=0.51; 95% CI 0.28-0.90) and rarely adding raw salt to cooked food (AOR=0.19; 95% CI 0.07-0.51) were associated with reduced odds of being hypertensive. In conclusion, the prevalence of hypertension was high at 31% and was associated with modifiable behavioural factors. Lifestyle factors associated with increased odds of being hypertensive were alcohol consumption, physical inactivity and being obese. Eating fruits daily and avoiding raw salt were protective dietary practices against hypertension. Targeted intervention measures focused on healthy diet and healthy lifestyle choices for control of blood pressure such physical activity and avoiding alcohol consumption are recommended.
VIOLÊNCIA OBSTÉTRICA NO BRASIL: CARACTERÍTICAS E EFEITOS
Authors: Souza Elizabeth Negreiros de , Borges Fhaina Giulianna Negreiros , Dias Janaina dos Santos
Published: June 2024

Esta pesquisa tem como objetivo principal, identificar as características e os efeitos dessa forma de violência. Como eixo estrutural  tem-se: compreender a legislação humanitária em relação ao atendimento obstetrício e; analisar a importância da conscientização e da prevenção contra a violência obstétrica. Utiliza-se uma pesquisa bibliográfica tomando dados quantitativos de pesquisas já existentes e de acesso público. Incluindo diagnósticos de enfermagem que auxiliam o enfermeiro a ter uma base para seus diagnósticos e consequentemente os cuidados e orientações de enfermagem. Aborda a necessidade da atuação do enfermeiro de maneira que sua práxis seja baseada em conhecimentos técnicos e que seja uma prestação de serviço humanizado, compreendendo e respeitando a parturiente, tendo atenção ao momento e tendo uma escuta ativa que corrobora para um serviço de excelência. A pesquisa é desenvolvida em três eixos que são: conceitos, efeitos e as características do fenômeno; a legislação humanitária em combate a violência obstétrica; Conscientização e prevenção contra a violência obstétrica.
Description and analysis of the characteristics of retracted articles addressing public health emergencies: A study investigating COVID-19 articles
Authors: Fang Yinchao , Wu Jiajia , Yu Jing , Wu Qiuling , Xu Jie
Published: June 2024

The present study analyzed the main characteristics of retracted articles addressing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) published in medical journals in China and abroad. The results are anticipated to provide a reference for the publication and dissemination of articles addressing public health emergencies in the future. Information regarding the retraction of COVID-19 articles was obtained from the Retraction Watch website for the period between January 1, 2020, and October 31, 2023. The main characteristics of the withdrawn COVID-19 articles were analyzed according to the distribution of journals, authors, publication period, and the reasons for retraction. Among the 235 COVID-19 articles withdrawn, the main article types were original research and reviews, the main publishers were journals without impact factors and/or preprint platforms, and the authors' countries were mostly China and the United States. The publication period was mainly in 2020 and 2021, and the number of publications is gradually decreasing. The retraction delay was 0–741 days, with a mean delay of 5.9 months. In addition to mistakes from journals/publishers, most of the top reasons for retraction included academic misconduct, especially regarding data and results. The main characteristics of retracted COVID-19 articles included publication on preprint platforms and journals with an impact factor < 5. Furthermore, more retractions were due to journal/publisher errors and academic misconduct. During epidemic situations, such as COVID-19, medical journals should not only improve publishing efficiency, but also strive to strictly control academic quality.
The role of intercultural competence in successful intercultural communication of students in foreign language learning
Authors: Akylbek Nazarbek , Usupova Nurzat , Sartbekova Nurzhan
Published: June 2024

Relevance. Globalisation, migration, increasing international relations and exchanges create the need for effective communication between people from different cultures and language communities, and therefore the investigation of intercultural competence becomes a relevant issue for foreign language students.Purpose. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of intercultural competence in ensuring successful intercultural communication of students engaged in foreign language learning in higher education institutions.Methodology. This study employed a set of methods of scientific cognition, namely analysis, systematisation, abstraction, and generalisation.Results. As a result of the study performed, it was possible to explore aspects of successful intercultural communication in students� foreign language learning, such as mutual respect, active listening, flexibility and tolerance, language skills, intercultural literacy, common goals and interests, practice and tolerance for mistakes, and self-awareness. As a result of this paper, it was found that intercultural competence can improve students� motivation to learn a foreign language, as understanding other cultures can make learning more interesting and meaningful.Conclusions. The study explored that technology in education and online learning can contribute to the development of intercultural competence. In addition, the study found that globalisation processes and migration affect the need for intercultural competence. Educational institutions and teachers can use the findings of this study to develop more effective foreign language teaching programmes, including components that promote the development of students� intercultural competence.
Interdisciplinary application of probability theory and mathematical statistics in professional orientation for physicists and mathematicians
Authors: Akhmetov Zhalgas , Seitova Sabyrkul , Kalzhanova Gulmira , Zhiembaev Zhomart , Koishybekova Aizhan
Published: June 2024

Relevance. Mathematical statistics methods can play a valuable role in educating students by assessing their mathematical abilities, guiding professional orientation choices, and evaluating potential solutions.Purpose. The purpose of the study is to explore the possibility of using ubiquitous distance education for collaborative group work with mathematical support. The proposed approach involves the use of cluster and network technologies, where each participant acts as a host for the curriculum.Methodology. The methodology involves determining the effectiveness of the applied methods by evaluating the potential for group application of the methodological apparatus and identifying areas of assistance for students in choosing a professional orientation.Results. The results demonstrate that in higher education, the use of mathematical tools enables students to develop decision-making abilities, assess choice conditions, select courses, and identify knowledge domains where they can thrive. For mathematics students, this approach enhances their ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical problems through collaborative group work.Conclusions. The practical significance of the research is determined by the potential of the developed program to shape professionally trained graduates.
Pelaksanaan Program Green Village Dengan Optimalisasi Penggunaan Dana Desa Untuk Tujuan Berkelanjutan
Authors: Fahrizal Akbar , Firmansyah Amrie
Published: June 2024

Permasalahan yang terjadi dalam pelaksanaan program Desa Hijau di Indonesia masih banyak di temukan. Desa Hijau merupakan salah satu upaya dalam mencapai “Indonesia Hijau” sesuai dengan amanat Kementerian Lingkungan Hidup dan Kehutanan dalam Peraturan Menteri Lingkungan Hidup Nomor 1 Tahun 2012 tentang Program Menuju Indonesia Hijau. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk meneliti hubungan antara konsep green village dan dana desa yang dimiliki oleh otoritas desa. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi literatur. Data penelitian ini menggunakan data sekunder berupa literatur-literatur terdahulu sebagai dasar analisis dalam penelitian. Hasil penelitian menyimpulkan bahwa dana desa dapat menjadi pendorong dalam penerapan konsep green village di desa di Indonesia. Pengelolaan dana desa yang memiliki konsep keberlanjutan juga dapat dijadikan sebagai capaian bagi suatu pemerintahan desa dengan menggunakan konsep insentif atas pencapaian target. Namun, pelaksanaan dana desa saat ini belum mengarah pada konsep keberlanjutan. Belum adanya peraturan yang mewajibkan program green village ini secara nasional, menjadikan dana desa tidak memiliki urgensi untuk digunakan terhadap kegiatan berkelanjutan.
Apakah Perizinan Berdampak Pada Keberlanjutan Perusahaan Kelapa Sawit?
Authors: Dewi Cynthia Atika , Siagian Maria Florensia , Firmansyah Amrie
Published: June 2024

Indonesia merupakan salah satu penghasil kelapa sawit terbesar di dunia. Permasalahan perizinan tentunya menjadi sorotan utama dalam pendirian perusahaan kelapa sawit. Berdasarkan Peraturan Presiden Nomor 44 Tahun 2020 tentang Sistem Sertifikasi Perkebunan Kelapa Sawit Berkelanjutan Indonesia, yang biasa dikenal dengan Indonesian Sustainable Palm Oil (ISPO), pemerintah mewajibkan setiap perusahaan kelapa sawit memiliki sertifikasi ISPO sebagai bentuk perizinan dan jaminan bahwa praktik produksi telah mengikuti prinsip dan kaidah berkelanjutan. Permasalahan mengenai perizinan membawa dampak negatif bagi perusahaan karena memicu terjadinya konflik kepentingan dengan masyarakat, pemerintah, dan permasalahan lingkungan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membahas hubungan antara permasalahan perizinan perusahaan kelapa sawit dan keberlanjutan perusahaan kelapa sawit. Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah data sekunder yang bersumber dari artikel jurnal ilmiah. Pendekatan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode scoping review. Analisis dilakukan dengan menghubungkan informasi data sekunder terkait isu keberlanjutan sosial dengan perizinan perkebunan kelapa sawit di Indonesia serta kaitannya dengan Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standard. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa terdapat hubungan antara permasalahan perizinan perusahaan kelapa sawit dengan isu keberlanjutan sosial. Perusahaan kelapa sawit yang mengabaikan isu keberlanjutan sosial akan menimbulkan dampak negatif terhadap keberlanjutan perusahaan di masa mendatang.
Analisis Kinerja Keuangan PT Astra International Tbk Pada Sebelum Dan Sesudah Masa Pandemi
Authors: Rizki Mohammad Nur , Simangunsong Yosua Gito Samudra , Puspitorini Dian Amanda , Wijaya Suparna
Published: June 2024

Kebijakan pemerintah untuk melaksanakan Pembatasan Sosial Berskala Besar menyebabkan sulitnya penggunaan berbagai industri. Salah satu industri yang sangat terpengaruh kebijakan tersebut adalah industri otomotif. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kinerja keuangan PT Astra International Tbk sebelum dan saat pandemi berupa analisis profitabilitas, analisis likuiditas, dan analisis solvabilitas serta untuk mengetahui potensi kebangkrutan melalui perhitungan Altman Z-Score. Penelitian dilakukan dengan metode kuantitatif deskriptif dan studi literatur. Berdasarkan analisis yang telah dilakukan, kinerja keuangan PT Astra International Tbk berada dalam kondisi yang baik. Dari segi profitabilitas, likuiditas, dan solvabilitas, PT Astra International Tbk mengalami baik penurunan maupun kenaikan di tahun 2020 dibanding tahun 2019. Kemudian dari semua jenis pengukuran profitabilitas, PT Astra International Tbk berada dalam posisi yang cukup baik di tahun 2020 yang artinya perusahaan ini memang berada dalam kondisi yang baik-baik saja semenjak adanya pandemi Covid-19. Hal ini semakin ditegaskan lagi dalam penghitungan Altman z-score. Pada tahun 2019 dan 2020, PT Astra International Tbk tidak mengalami potensi bangkrut. Situasi ini menandakan bahwa efek pandemi tidak terlalu berpengaruh kepada usaha yang dijalankan oleh PT Astra International Tbk dari segi keuangan.