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THE HISTORICAL ASPECT OF DUAL CAREER IN EU AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES IN LATVIA
Authors: Ābele Agita , Abelkalns Ilvis , Liduma Anna
Published: July 2023

From the information of organisations EUSA (2020), EAS (2022) and FISU (2022) documents, it is indicated that dual careers have been one of the priorities at the EU level in the last decade. Today's complex conditions in the world and in Latvia require paying more attention to Dual career support for student-athletes. Mentor support centres are being created for this in the world. There is no such centre in Latvia yet. The time of an athlete's career is short, so support is needed for students-athletes both for successful studies and high sports achievements.The purpose of the article is to explore the historical formation and growth opportunities of Dual Career in Latvia.Materials and methods. Theoretical method – Analysis of theoretical sources and documents. The study analyses Dual career terminology, historical formation in the world and Dual career opportunities in Latvia. The support of University Sports Centres and mentor centre is needed to provide up-to-date information to student-athletes. Important information for the creation of a dual career centre is identified Within the framework of FISU-NUSF Projects 2022 – Establishment of a Dual Career Mentor Centre in Latvia.
THE CONTEMPORARY RELEVANCE, BARRIERS AND BENEFITS OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF READING INTEREST IN LOWER SECONDARY EDUCATION
Authors: Laškova Agnese , Ročāne Maija
Published: July 2023

Nowadays the importance of reading is increasing, emphasised and valued not only in the field of education, but also in the context of the development of the knowledge society. If an individual is not able to understand the meaning of a text, he is not able to analyse, critically evaluate and verify the information and facts it contains as well as to formulate own opinion. This also undermines the growth of society, because in the 21st century forming one's own opinion is a prerequisite and a cornerstone for the existence of a democratic society. It must be admitted that students` interest in reading in Latvia is decreasing rapidly: only 13% of respondents aged 15-18 read a book every day or every other day. Therefore it is important not only to put emphasis on developing reading skills, but also to promote students' interest in reading and individual reading behaviour. The aim of this publication is to describe the possibilities of promoting reading in lower secondary school as well as the theoretical and empirical aspects of students' individual interest in reading.
TRANSLATION INCONSISTENCIES OF EDUCATIONAL TERMS
Authors: Laizāne Inga , Miķelsone Ilze , Koķe Tatjana
Published: July 2023

The article by means of extended literature review draws attention to the most common translation inconsistencies that arise in the rendering of word combinations with the concepts education and learning from English into Latvian and vice versa. The novelty and topicality of the article is related to the need to highlight the transformation of the understanding of concepts in connection with the modernization and changes in the field of education. The study was implemented as an interdisciplinary research analysing Latvia’s education policy documents, dissertations, monographs, encyclopaedias, dictionaries and glossaries using induction, deduction and comparison methods. The research findings allow to emphasize the following major translation inconsistencies: superficiality in distinguishing the substantive meaning of the concepts “education” and “learning”, incorporation of the substantive meaning of two terms into one term, direct adoption of Anglicisms into Latvian, lack of equivalents in Latvian language, use of several similar concepts to render one English term into Latvian that embarrasses the perception of the terms’ meaning.
TENDENCIES OF BORDER GUARDS EDUCATION SYSTEM QUALITY IN LATVIA
Authors: Gaveika Artūrs
Published: July 2023

The novelty of the research is related to the need of Latvia as a member of the European Union and the Schengen area to continuously improve the requirements of vocational education, competence and professional qualification of border guards. The main objective of the research is to summarize the views of border guards on the positive achievements of the existing education system and the shortcomings detected for further improvement of the education system of border guards. The aim of the research is to summarize the views of border guards on the necessity of the vocational education including practical classes and training courses in the education system and possible solutions for further improvement, as well as the development of profession standards in a new quality and to develop cooperation between EU countries and neighboring countries to obtain knowledge and practical skills. The method of legal analysis was implemented by analyzing the requirements of the normative regulation concerning the professional qualification of border guards, the historical analysis method was used to explore the evolution of the professional education of border guards in the historical aspect, as well as the survey (questionnaire) method performing the survey of border guards of different educational levels has been performed. The research uses legal analysis, historical and survey methods. As a result of the research valuable information has been obtained that will serve to improve border guards profession and education standards. Since October 2017, the Rēzekne Academy of Technology continues to implement the long-term studies initiated by the European Regional Development Fund's Postdoctoral Research Support Project "EU External Border Security, Latvia's Internal Security" No. 1.1.2 / VIAA / 1/16/127. The cooperation partner of the project is the State Border Guard College.
DETERMINING THE KNOWLEDGE LEVEL OF PUPILS IN THE INFORMATION SYSTEM OF "SMART SCHOOL"
Authors: Masharipov Sanatbek Atanazarovich , Raximova Laylo Saparbayevna , Axmedova Xolisa Ilhomovna
Published: July 2023

At a time when current information technologies are rapidly developing, the effectiveness of the quality of education in secondary schools, the transparency of the teacher evaluation system and the analysis of several other indicators with the help of artificial intelligence are the urgent issues of the day. In this method of analysis, initially the value is entered by school experts. This value consists of a pupil in a certain category among pupils and his grades. The term category refers to various criteria, such as pupils with different levels of mental activity, pupils who are learning poorly, who are missing a lot of lessons, and the level of learning is high or low within the specified subjects or topics. The "Smart School" information system forms arrays consisting of the number of grades and grades of pupils according to the criteria entered by experts, and has the ability to sort the values that are similar to the entered value. The solution to the problem posed in this article is explained mathematically and practically. Based on the proposed mathematical models, the business process was modeled, a business process software product was developed, and statistical data was obtained.
DIGITAL HUMANIZATION OF EDUCATION IN THE LIGHT OF GEOPOLITICAL CHALLENGES
Authors: Mietule Iveta , Purii Hanna , Maksymova Irina , Shaikan Andrii , Hushko Serhii , Kulishov Volodymyr
Published: July 2023

The article examines systemic conditions and important determinants of the humanization of higher education in the light of crucial geopolitical challenges. Complex analysis of the international background of educational humanization is provided on the basis of world rankings given by international network of universities for European countries. The research discloses the most highlighting tendencies towards modern knowledge and education system in the conditions of innovation progress, digital transformation and sustainable development. The analysis reveals logical coherence between humanization, national education, and economic growth. The role of humanization of education is also considered, taking into account the requests of the world labor market, that shapes the most demanded personal criteria in different occupation areas. The concept of human-centrism of the educational system and its components are presented towards economic, geopolitical, digital and environmental discourse. It is concluded that higher education in EU and Ukraine quickly responds to crisis situations and becomes a necessary foundation for comprehensively overcoming the relevant challenges. The research represents authors’ vision on the issue of digital humanization of education and reveals its empiric model.
FORMING OF RESPONSIBILITY IN CHILDREN OF OLDER PRE-SCHOOL AGE BY MEANS OF FICTION LITERATURE
Authors: Chepil Maria , Karpenko Oresta , Dudnyk Nadia , Revt Alla , Svyontyk Oleksandra
Published: July 2023

A civilized society sets requirements for the democratic coexistence of persons who possess moral values, benefit society and develop their own abilities. An important characteristic of a person is responsibility, which is formed as a result of the integration of thought processes, social norms, personal attitude in solving dilemmas in life. Responsibility as a child’s conscious behavior in relation to people and nature begins to develop in the period of older preschool age. Independent thinking in judgments acquires logic and a personal attitude to reality. In the pursuit of social activity, children imitate the behavior of significant adults, heroes of their favorite films, cartoons, and works of art. Educators and parents are faced with the task of developing the philosophy of children's worldview through conducting moral and ethical discussions. Our survey of children’ parents with special needs showed a low level of parents’ and educators’ attention to the education of responsibility (4%) compared to other personal qualities (discipline ‑ 18%, ability to adapt to life ‑ 20%, respect to parents ‑ 14%, etc.). This indicates the need to conduct special educational activities that compensate for gaps in value orientations. Emphasis has also been shifted in the education of executive responsibility as opposed to initiative responsibility (75% : 25%), which gives reasons to look for new ways in organizing the interaction of participants in the educational process, to use moral and ethical conversations, to study educational children's literature, in particular, the works of V. Sukhomlynskyi (2018), which became the goal of our scientific exploration. Examples of artistic works and developed problematic questions and tasks for educational work with children of older preschool age in the conditions of a preschool education institution are given.
PEDAGOGICAL CONDITIONS OF SOCIALIZATION OF CHILDREN OF SENIOR PRESCHOOL AGE IN THE INTERACTION OF PRESCHOOL EDUCATION INSTITUTION AND FAMILY
Authors: Ivakh Svitlana , Fedorovych Anna , Tytarenko Svitlana , Palasevych Iryna , Kalichak Yuriy
Published: July 2023

Rapid socio-political changes in the life of modern society make it necessary to prepare children for the development of social relations and various types of behavior in society from an early age. Such qualities as the ability to manage their behavior and ways of communication, the ability to choose appropriate behavior, orientation in new circumstances, a sense of their place among other people is the sphere of social development of the child, which contributes to their social well-being. The effectiveness of the implementation of the outlined tasks of social development of preschoolers is largely determined by the establishment of interaction between preschool education institutions and families of pupils. Only close relations of the preschool education institution on the basis of cooperation with the family provide conditions for the full process of socialization of the preschool child. Our research allowed us to find out the existing problems in socialization of the majority of children of senior preschool age, in particular: unformed ideas about "approved", "acceptable" and "unacceptable" forms of behavior; inability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others; short-term and unstable relationships with peers; unformed positive attitude to society and themselves; inability to solve problem situations. Purpose of article is to substantiate the psychological and pedagogical conditions for the socialization of the personality of a child of senior preschool age in the process of interaction between the family and the institution of preschool education. To achieve this goal, a number of theoretical and empirical methods were used: theoretical: analysis, systematization, and generalization of theoretical data presented in the psychological and pedagogical literature; empirical: a survey of educators using the method of T. Repina (2004), sociometric study "Birthday", observation of children's behavior in joint activities and games.  In the process of organizing the work, the following methods and techniques have proved their effectiveness: organization of positive communication between parents, educators and children; involvement of parents in assessing the child's progress, forecasting the prospects for the child's development; encouraging parents to participate in joint work with the child and the teacher, the staff of the preschool institution; active listening to parents, trying to understand their problems, to help make a well-grounded pedagogical decision; building friendly, optimistic, cordial relations with parents.
TRANSFORMATION OF LIFE AND PERSONAL VALUES SYSTEM OF MODERN UKRAINIAN YOUTH
Authors: Kruty Kateryna , Rodiuk Nataliia , Desnova Iryna , Blashkova Olena , Pakhalchuk Natalia , Holiuk Oksana , Stulika Olena
Published: July 2023

The realities of modern Ukrainian's life at this historical moment of the struggle for independence in the conditions of social tension are quite complex and uncertain. Ukrainians are losing not only their material wealth, but life and personal values are changing in their minds. Everything that was important a year or two ago is not a priority now. The change of values, the search for a new meaning of life is one of the main fundamental principles of the modern Ukrainians' life. The main social task for every citizen is social and personal self-determination, as well as the active formation of a new worldview. Each individual is capable of realizing the value of his own life, as well as the lives of the people around him, based on his own worldview and his place in society. The formation of a person's ideas about values and value orientations presupposes their understanding and filling with specific content. The formation of values among modern Ukrainian youth occurs due to their connection with the outside world, the variety of social relations in which they are, and due to the knowledge of their own experiences. The main research methods: observation, survey, statistical analysis. The article emphasizes the identification of changes in personal values and value orientations of the youth of Ukraine. The main results of the research give reasons for asserting that the phenomenon of searching for life and personal values by a young person is one of the priority areas of scientific research. Due to the search, determination of the main and reshaping of the established value orientations of the modern youth of Ukraine, the worldview and meaning of life are changing. It is safe to say that such changes will help build own life path as a holistic process, as well as make one's abilities and opportunities of the environment as much as possible in solving life problems and achieving important goals. The author's interpretation of the terms "life values", "personal values", "value orientations of Ukrainian youth" is proposed.
UNIVERSAL EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL. EXHIBITION BY PER ISAK JUUSO FOR YOUTH AND CHILDREN
Authors: Griniuk Marija
Published: July 2023

This article explores the strategies employed by educators at the Sámi Center for Contemporary Art in Karasjok, Norway, in the production of educational materials related to an exhibition by Sámi duodji artist Per Isak Juuso. The study examines the process of creating materials that are suitable for various age groups of children and youth, and applicable to both local Sámi and international visitors. The research question is: How can the content of educational material within an art exhibition be designed to appeal to diverse audiences of children and youth? The aim of the study is to identify what kind of educational material about Sámi art can be used by different age groups and backgrounds, including local Sámi and international visitors. This aim is achieved through the following objectives: the design of educational material, presentation of the material to various groups of youth and children and their educators, evaluation of feedback on the content of the developed material, and a comparison, through observation, of the quantity of material used during the exhibition. The results of the research provide recommendations for art institutions and museums on how to develop universal educational materials that are suitable for various groups of learners and can be adapted by teachers to different levels of understanding during conversations.
HOW EMOTIONS ARE DEVELOPED: INSIGHTS FROM VYGOTSKY’ AND LEONTIEV’S WORKS
Authors: Ahrens Andreas , Zascerinska Jelena , Filimonova Daria , Bikova Anastasija
Published: July 2023

Teacher and learners’ emotions are a significant factor that influences the implementation of adult education. The research aim is to explore the works of Vygostky and Leontiev for modelling the development of emotions in adult education. Theoretical analysis aimed at theory building about emotion development in adult education was applied to the present research. Exploratory type of research was implemented and described in this paper. The present work reflects the insights from the theory of Activity by Leontiev, and the theories of Interiorization, Cultural-historical Activity, and Concept Formation by Vygotsky. The research results in conclusions that teacher’s and learners’ emotions develop in adult education through the educational process. The educational process is gradually implemented in certain sequence. The educational process starts from teaching and external emotions in Phase 1, moves to peer-learning and quasi-emotions in Phase 2, and proceeds further to learning and internal emotions in Phase 3. The inter-connections between intrapersonal and interpersonal levels of emotions were described. The research allows building a theory on emotion development. The research limitations were identified. Directions of further work were proposed.
THE INFLUENCE OF CHURCHES OF THE CITIZENSHIP CATHOLIC PARISHES ON THE LAYOUT AND URBAN SPACE OF MEDIEVAL TOWNS IN THE 13TH AND 14TH CENTURIES
Authors: Ozola Silvija
Published: July 2023

One of the most important types of cult buildings in medieval cities were churches for the citizenship Catholic parishes, which began to be built in Italy. In the 12th and 13th centuries on lands of the Baltic Seacoast, the construction of cult buildings expanded with the spread of the Catholic Faith, influencing the spatial organization of the urban environment, and developing church types. Churches for the citizenship Catholic parishes became architectural dominates in cities of the Hanseatic League. Research problem: the development of the planning and structure of churches for the citizenship Catholic parishes changed urban aesthetics; it is necessary to study churches for the citizenship Catholic parishes and layouts of medieval towns organized around the market to preserve historical identity during the development of the contemporary urban environment. Research goal: analysis of the impact of churches for the citizenship Catholic parishes on the layout, visual image and architecturally spatial development of the Hanseatic League cities. Research novelty: analysis of common and local features of churches for the citizenship Catholic parishes and their layout, as well as structural evolution in the Hanseatic League cities during the 13th–14th centuries. Research methods: analysis of archive documents, projects, cartographic materials and studies of published literature, an inspection of churches in nature, and photo fixation.
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL COMPETENCE AND PROFESSIONAL ETHICS: PROFESSIONAL CHALLENGES OF THE POLICE OFFICER IN A MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY
Authors: Treļs Ēriks , Mihailovs Ivans Jānis , Matisāns Juris
Published: July 2023

In every profession, where basic activities are carried out in direct interaction with people, often solving diverse problem situations and providing assistance to victims, cooperating with representatives of different cultures, not only professional knowledge and skills are important, but also interpersonal cooperation and emotional skills. The aforementioned raises the issue of socio-emotional competence, which directly interacts with the professional ethics of a police officer, so that it is possible to effectively perform official duties and overcome personal and professional challenges, including in the context of a multicultural society. The purpose of the article is to describe important aspects of the interaction between the socio-emotional competence and professional ethics of a police officer, providing proposals for their promotion in professional everyday life, which would allow the police officer to overcome personal and professional challenges while performing official duties in a multicultural society. The research uses the analysis of documents and scientific literature, methods of interpretation of legal norms (historical method; teleological method; grammatical method; systemic method), analyzing regulatory acts, as well as induction and deduction methods, drawing conclusions and making proposals for the improvement of regulatory acts and police service practice.
THE EFFECT OF FRACTIONATED RED BEETROOT JUICE ON PERFORMANCE AND OVERALL HEALTH OF A HIGH-PERFORMANCE ATHLETES
Authors: Neteča Jekaterina , Liepiņa Inga , Veseta Una , Babarikins Dmitrijs
Published: July 2023

Over the past 20 years, nitric oxide has become the turning point in athlete physiology and medical research. It has been observed in scientific studies that there are very different protocols for the use of nitrates (red beetroot juice) and different research methodology and results. The most effective solutions for improving the performance of athletes are still being sought. The purpose of this research is to investigate the performance and overall health of a high-performance athlete after consuming fractionated red beetroot juice. The investigation is a one-case study. The respondent is a high-class athlete - track and field (middle and long distance), 20 years old. Three tests were performed in laboratory conditions with an interval of one week. The first test was without the use of fractionated red beetroot juice, the second test after a single dose, and the third after 7 days of use. The research used an interview of the respondent, cardio pulmonary exercise testing measuring device "Vyntus CPX" with gas analysis on a bike ergometer and determination of blood lactate concentration. In the experiment, the athlete's VO2max improved during each test, after one dose by 9%, and after 7 days of use by 13% from the first test. The physical overall health at the end of the test worsened each time, but in the previous tests, where fractionated red beetroot juice was used, a faster recovery of the athlete's working capacity after exercise was observed.
A QUALITATIVE ASSESSMENT OF THE LABELING INFORMATION OF COLLAGEN-CONTAINING FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
Authors: Ile-Jokste Baiba , Šukele Renāte
Published: July 2023

The use of collagen dietary supplements (CDS) has increased dramatically, creating a large market for these products. With so many options available, it is important for consumers and medical professionals to be well-informed about the composition of these supplements. The aim of this study was to compare the information provided on the labels of CDS with science-based literature. The study conducted an electronic search of randomized, double-blind, control, and pilot studies, which all evaluated the use of oral native or hydrolyzed CDS. All studies were searched in PubMed, and had to be published in English between 2009-2022, August in PubMed. After the initial search, 33 were used for analysis. These studies were then compared to 147 CDS labels registered with the Food Veterinary Service (FVS) in Latvia. The results showed that while studies confirm the benefits of CDS for health, the labels registered in FVS often lack important information about the collagen source, dosage, and duration of use. This results in a significant frequency of errors and potential misuse compared to current scientific knowledge. This makes it challenging for consumers and medical professionals to make informed decisions when purchasing and using collagen supplements.
Hosgri Fault Transpressional Slip Rates Reproduce Observed Central California Coast Uplift Rates
Authors: O’Connell Daniel R. H. , Turner Jamey
Published: July 2023

Coastal uplift is a common feature of Pacific Rim tectonic deformation. The 1989 Mw 7.0 Loma Prieta earthquake illustrated that reverse-oblique slip on a transpressive segment of the predominantly horizontal slip San Andreas transform fault produces coastal uplift. In west-central California the 400 km long San Gregorio-Hosgri coastal fault system of near-vertical to steeply northeast-dipping, reverse-oblique, dextral strike-slip faults also contribute to coastal uplift. Published southern Hosgri fault dextral slip rates are ∼4× reverse rates. Viscoelastic deformation modeling using published transpressional slip rates along the southern Hosgri fault reproduces observed emergent marine terrace uplift rates, offshore Hosgri fault deformation morphology, and crustal structure from San Luis Obispo Bay to Estero Bay. Our coastal uplift rate modeling is constrained by a unique combination of measurements: (1) offshore reverse- and strike-slip Hosgri fault zone (HFZ) slip rates, and (2) ≤125 ka onshore emergent terrace uplift rates adjacent to the HFZ. The previously proposed conceptual rigid block models of the southern central California coast (CCC) invoke local onshore thrust or reverse faults to explain coastal uplift. Observed transpressional offshore Hosgri fault deformation rates alone rigorously reproduce observed coastal uplift rates and crustal structure along the southern CCC.
Retrospective analysis of patients with Dieulafoy’s lesions
Authors: SARITAŞ Bünyamin , ÖLMEZ Şehmus , TAŞ Adnan , AKÇAER ÖZTÜRK Nevin , KARA Banu
Published: July 2023

Background and Aims: Gastrointestinal bleeding is an emergent condition in clinical practice. Early diagnosis and proper treatment of the lesion is essential. Dieulafoy's lesion is an aberrant submucosal vessel eroding surrounding mucosa. These lesions cause of 1-2% of all gastrointestinal bleedings. Here we report cases with Dieulafoy's lesion presenting with upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Materials and Methods: Through a time frame of between August 2017-August 2021, patients admitted to our hospital presenting with upper gastrointestinal bleeding and diagnosed as Dieulafoy’s lesion were included in the study. Patients' files were screened retrospectively. Results: The study included 30 patients with a mean age of 65.9 ± 18.2 (20 - 92) years. Half of them were female. The most observed presentations were melena, hematemesis, and hematochezia. Associated diseases were hypertension, atherosclerotic heart disease and diabetes mellitus. In 26 (86.7%) patients, Dieulafoy's lesion was diagnosed in first endoscopy, while in four patients Dieulafoy's lesion was diagnosed in second endoscopy. Time interval between hospital admission to first endoscopy was 3.1 ± 2.5 (1 - 10) hours. In 23 patients Dieulafoy's lesion was in the stomach and in 6 patients in duodenum and in 1 patient in esophagus. Endoscopic therapy was applied to all patients. The most applied treatment modality was sclerotherapy + hemoclip application. One patient had required surgery due to recurrent bleeding. Six patients died. Three of them was bleeding related. Conclusion: Dieulafoy's lesion is a rare but serious cause of gastrointestinal bleedings. Early diagnosis and proper treatment is important. Patients may need repeated endoscopy for diagnosis. Hemoclip application is cheap, easy, safe, and effective treatment modality with/without sclerotherapy.
Synthesis and Characterization of Nitrogen-Doped Activated Carbon for Lithium Battery Anode Applications
Authors: Trihutomo Prihanto , Puspitasari Poppy , Radja Muhammad Bustomi , Busono Milzam Rahmat
Published: July 2023

Nitrogen-dopped activated carbon was synthesized to see its effect on the characterization of the nitrogen surface functional groups, crystal size, and morphology of the resulting sample. Synthesis of nitrogen-doped activated carbon was carried out by varying the addition of Urea as a nitrogen doping source. Activated carbon compared its characteristics with variations in the concentration of added Urea to activated carbon, at 1:3 and 1:5. The FTIR results obtained were the presence of functional groups indicating the presence of nitrogen bonds in each sample. The crystallinity results showed that the samples were classified as crystalline and nitrogen doping influenced the size of the crystallinity of each sample. The morphology of nitrogen-doped activated carbon shows differences in the grain size of nitrogen-doped activated carbon. Crystallinity and morphology have been shown to affect battery anode performance. The more crystalline of anode material, the electrochemical properties are better. The smaller the grain size of the sample morphology, the stability of the battery cycle is to be great.
Postpartum hemorrhage in singleton births in Iceland 2013 - 2018, incidence proportion and risk factors
Authors:   Faculty of Medicine, University of Iceland, Sævarsdóttir Karen Sól , Swift Emma M ,   Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Iceland, Reykjavik Birth Center, Einarsdóttir Kristjana ,   Centre of Public Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Iceland, Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Australia, Gunnarsdóttir Jóhanna ,   Centre of Public Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Iceland, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Landspitali – The National University Hospital of Iceland
Published: July 2023

INTRODUCTION: Many countries have reported an increased incidence proportion of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH). The proportion might also have increased at the National University Hospital of Iceland, based on the registration of the ICD-10 code O72. This study aimed to assess the incidence proportion and risk factors for ≥1000 ml PPH in singleton births in Iceland 2013-2018. METHODS: This population-based cohort study included data from the Icelandic Birth register on 21.110 singleton births in 2013-2018. Incidence proportion of PPH was assessed based on three definitions: PPH >500 ml, PPH ≥1000 ml, and O72. Binomial regression was used to assess both the change in the proportion of ≥1000 ml PPH over time, stratified by maternal BMI, and risk factors for ≥1000 ml PPH. RESULTS: There was an inconsistency in the proportion of PPH when defined by blood loss >500 ml and O72. In obese women, PPH ≥1000 ml was more than twice as likely in those delivering in 2018 compared with 2013 (OR 2.23; CI 1.35-3.81). The strongest risk factors were emergency cesarean (OR 2.68; CI 2.22-3.22) and instrumental delivery (OR 2.18; CI 1.80-2.64), but macrosomia, primiparity and BMI ≥30 were also independent risk factors. CONCLUSION: The incidence proportion of ≥1000 ml PPH has increased among obese women. The detrimental health effects of obesity and the increased prevalence of interventions among these women could explain these results. It is necessary to use registered blood loss in milliliters in the Icelandic Birth Register because of the under-registration of the diagnostic code O72.
The Role of Members of Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) in Making Regional Regulations (PERDA) in Eastern Seram Regency (Kabupaten Seram Bagian Timur) Maluku Province
Authors: Tuanaya Wahab , Rengifurwarin Zainal Abidin
Published: July 2023

This research aims to describe the role of members of the Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) in making Regional Regulations (PERDA) as one of the important dimensions of regional government administration in Eastern Seram Regency (Kabupaten Seram Bagian Timur). It is also a part of the study of public administration narrowing to identifying the supports and barriers. This research used a descriptive qualitative approach. There are ten informants for this research. The instruments used to collect the required data are observations, interviews, and documentation. The findings showed that the performance of members of the SBT Regional People’s Representative Council in planning the formation is quite good, carried out through the process of drafting the RAPERDA (Regional Regulation Draft) with several academic staff and other stakeholders, discussing it in the Regional People’s Representative Council plenary meeting to hear the views of factions and commissions, then continuing to ratification and determination to become a Regional Regulations (PERDA). This role is determined by the quality of work, bad work experience, and adequate income earned by the member.
Government Policy in Illegal Parking Charges at Public Spaces
Authors: Triputro R Widodo , Giawa Analius , Suharyanto Suharyanto , Wijaya Junior Hendri
Published: July 2023

The growth of motorized vehicle ownership has outpaced the limited availability of public land and parking spaces. Illegal parking lots and attendants in Yogyakarta worsen this problem. As an illegal parking area, illegal parking attendants do not have the legality to collect fees from the community, so collecting money from parking users is an act of illegal levies. As a result, the rights of parking users as consumers tend to be neglected without any protection from authorized institutions or officials. This phenomenon is increasingly widespread and has been going on for quite a long time, so the impression appears there is an element of omission by state officials. The research method utilized was a qualitative descriptive, interactive approach that involved collecting data through observation, documentation, and interview. The primary data were recruited through an interview, and some informants were determined with the purposive technique, which was informants or source determination based on a certain consideration. Based on the results,  parking management has been managed in such a way on Regional Regulation of Yogyakarta Number 2 of 2019. Regarding parking, the Regional Regulation (Perda) is followed up with the Mayor’s Regulation of Yogyakarta number 2 of 2019. The objectives of the parking regulations are to embody safe and orderly parking service, implement law protection and certainty, and ensure transparency of Locally-Generated Revenue Receipt in the parking area.
A clinico-epidemiological study of hypopigmented and depigmented lesions in paediatric age group
Authors: Atoliya Narayan , Kumar Ujjwal , Varma Krishnendra , Agrawal Meetesh , Bhargava Shashank
Published: July 2023

Hypopigmentary and depigmentary lesions are very commonly encountered group of dermatosis in pediatric age group.

: To evaluate the epidemiology and clinical characteristics of various hypopigmented and depigmented lesions in patient of paediatric age group.

: A total number of 124 children between age group 0-18 years who presented to dermatology OPD with hypopigmented and depigmented lesions were assessed and evaluated.

: In this study, most common causes of hypopigmented disorders among the children are Pityriasis Alba (25.7%) followed by Pityriasis versicolor(21.96), Polymorphous light eruption & vitiligo.

Pigmentary disorders are very commonly encountered group of dermatoses in paediatric age group. Among pigmentary disorders, hypopigmented lesions are more common and are frequent cause of consultation. In this study most common causes of hypopigmented disorders among the children are Pityriasis Alba followed by Pityriasis versicolor, Polymorphous light eruption & vitiligo.
A therapeutic evaluation of various modalities of treatment of keloid-A randomized open label study
Authors: Padhiar Bela B , T S Sreelakshmi
Published: July 2023

Keloid and hypertrophic scar are the result of abnormal growth of fibrous tissue following healing of a cutaneous injury in predisposed individuals. Some treatment options are pressure garments, radiation therapy, excision, intralesional injections, cryotherapy, silicone gel dressing and lasers though no single modality is completely effective.

To study the efficacy, to compare and to study the adverse effects of 4 different modalities of treatment of keloid namely, Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide (TAC), Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide and 5-fluoro uracil (5-FU), Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide and silicone gel sheet (SGS) and Intralesional Radiofrequency (RF).

Arandomized open label study was conducted in the dermatology department of a tertiary care hospital in Gujarat from Nov 2020 to December 2022. 108 patients were allocated to 4 groups, Group 1(TAC), Group 2( + 5FU), Group 3( + SGS) and Group 4(RF). Group 1 received Intralesional injections of Triamcinolone acetonide (alone), Group 2 received Intralesional injections of Triamcinolone acetonide and 5- fluorouracil, Group 3 was given Intralesional injections of Triamcinolone acetonide and topical silicone gel sheet and Group 4 was treated with intralesional radiofrequency.

A total of 108 patients of age group 18-52 years were enrolled and was divided into 4 groups consisting of 27 patients each Improvement of pliability, vascularity, pigmentation and height of keloid was maximum in TAC + 5FU group and least was in TAC + SGS group. At the end of 4 weeks, excellent improvement was found highest in 29.6% of TAC+5FU group, 22.2% in TAC alone, 18.5% in RF group and 11.1% in TAC+SGS group. At the end of 8 weeks, excellent improvement was found highest in 51.8% of TAC+5FU group, 44.4% in TAC alone, 40.7% RF group and 25.9% in TAC+SGS group. The difference was statistically significant.Skin atrophy, telangiectasia, hypopigmentation and recurrence were observed more TAC group therapies whereas, ulceration and infection were more frequent with RF treatment, however few cases were also seen TAC+5FU group.

In this study in terms of pliability and overall improvement maximum response was seen in group TAC + 5 FU and TAC + SGS was least effective.
Use of MatriDerm® (skin substitute) and split skin graft in one stage in wound healing of exposed tibia without periosteum in two patients
Authors: Singh Sudhir
Published: July 2023

Reporting two cases one of two centimetres breadth and the other of four centimetres breadth exposed tibia bone devoid of periosteum due to post debridement involving periosteum elevator to remove infective tissue which was successfully covered by a simple procedure with MatriDerm® and split skin graft in a single stage. Tibia bone was not drilled to sprout granulation tissue from bone marrow to create a granulated vascularised bed for second-stage skin grafting. It avoided local flap or microsurgical free flap surgery for small exposed bone devoid of periosteum. Both cases had a pleasing aesthetic outlook after a few months of follow-up. Difficult to find instances of more than two centimetres of exposed tibia devoid of periosteum covered successfully in a single stage by this procedure.
Successful Emerging Technologies in Nursing Care
Authors: Helmi Dana , Saad Wijdan , Khayyat Mashael
Published: July 2023

Now that technology is becoming available in nursing care, the quality of care can be improved. Our study will answer this question: What is the effect of electronic health record, infusion pump, and near-infrared vein finder on nursing practice and patient outcomes? The purpose of this article is to determine the pros and cons of electronic health records on work and patients' outcome, to evaluate the extent to which intravenous infusion pumps contribute to reducing medication errors and facilitating the nurse's work, and to assess Near- Infrared Vein Finder effectiveness. The research design is qualitative and quantitative. The study population is nursing staff in Saudi Arabia. A near-infrared vein finder device has been found to increase nurses' confidence, result in more successful IV cannulations, and reduce pain, tension, and physical disturbances in adults. Electronic health records improve the quality of health care and expedite task completion. As a result of the use of an infusion pump, patients' fears of medication have been reduced. Patients' confidence in nursing care has increased.
Development of Android-Based Learning Media in Indonesia: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Deda Yohanis Ndapa , Nasruddin Nasruddin , Nyoman Pascima Ida Bagus , Liunokas Angreni Beaktris , Ndandara Alfriani , Supardi R.
Published: July 2023

This research aims to examine the overall research on developing Android-based facilities in Indonesia. The research method used is the Systematic Literature Review to read 68 documents obtained from journals accredited by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology of Indonesia with the keyword "android". The study results show that junior high schools are the most targeted, and the most studied subject is mathematics to support 21st-century skills, preparing Indonesia's golden generation in 2045. Furthermore, the learning media developed are not limited to the validation and testing stages but has to reach the testing stage effectiveness and dissemination.
Investigating the Mobility of Touch N Go Smart Cards in Malaysia with the TAM Model
Authors: Thoti Kiran Kumar
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study is to analyze how consumers' expectations of the convenience and utility of Touch N Go Smart Cards affect their likelihood of adopting this payment option. The study's overarching goal is to learn how these two variables impact riders' decisions to carry Touch N Go Smart Cards for transit and other purchases. The Technological Acceptance Model will serve as the quantitative framework for our exploration of Touch N Go Smart Card use in Malaysia (TAM). Information is gathered using an online, pre-designed survey form. Participants were gathered from all throughout Malaysia using a convenience sampling strategy. All participants had to be over the age of 18 and have used a Touch N Go Smart Card to pay for transportation or a service at least once. A sample size of at least 450 participants is targeted to ensure adequate representation across different age, gender, and demographic groups. The data are gathered using a closed-ended online poll. Participants were asked to take part in the survey by email, social media, and discussion boards, and the poll itself is done using a reputable online survey platform.
Use of Technology to Reduce Medication Errors and Improve Patient Safety
Authors: Almalki Marwa , Alsehli Futon , Khayyat Mashael
Published: July 2023

Medical errors have become one of the most common accidents that occur in the hospital. Also, it has become a concern for many patients and affects their confidence in the service provided to them. In fact, many studies have proven that these errors can be avoided by using information technology. According to healthcare providers today, using technology has shown great results in improving patient safety and reducing medical errors. This study aims to evaluate and quantify the impact of technology on medication errors and improve patient safety. The references that were used in the study provide evidence that the technology can reduce medical errors and improve patient safety. The research based on qualitative data was collected from scientific websites and an online survey targeting members of the public, health students, and healthcare providers. The results showed agreement with previous studies that technology can reduce medical errors. However, there were some negatives in the earlier studies and the results we reached about some disadvantages of using technology in hospitals.
ELSŐ GENERÁCIÓS FIATALOK DIPLOMASZERZÉSÉNEK ESÉLYE EGY NAGYMINTÁS VIZSGÁLAT ALAPJÁN
Authors: Bocsi Veronika
Published: July 2023

A felsőoktatás rendszere az egyenlőtlenségek szempontjából is megvizsgálható. A bekerülés esélye, az eredményesség, a lemorzsolódás vagy a képzések típusa alapján különbségek mutathatók ki a hallgatók társadalmi helyzetének függvényében. Vizsgálatunk az első generációs fiatalok diplomaszerzési esélyeire fókuszál. Az elemzés külső kontextusaként a magyar társadalom relatíve rigid struktúráját és csökkenő mobilitását említhetjük meg. Vizsgálatunkban a Magyar Ifjúság 2016 és 2020 adatbázisokat használtuk fel, amelyekben a 25-29 évesek almintájával dolgoztunk (N2016= 2906, N2020=2874). Megvizsgáltuk a szülők iskolai végzettségének reprodukciós mintáit, az első generációs fiatalok társadalmi hátterének fő jellegzetességeit, illetve azt, hogy a nem diplomás szülők gyermekeinek esetében a felsőfokú végzettség esélyét milyen háttértényezők alakították. A magyarázó változók feltárásához bináris regressziós modellt futtatunk le, amelyben a függő változó a legalább BA szintű diploma megszerzése volt, a független változók pedig leírták a szociodemográfiai helyzetet (nem, szubjektív anyagi helyzet, a régió hátrányos helyzete, településtípus, anya és apa munkajellege, illetve legmagasabb befejezett iskolai végzettsége), a párkapcsolati magatartást (családi állapot, gyermekek száma), a traumatikus életeseményeket, illetve a szülők életével való azonosulást. Eredményeink alapján a diploma megszerzésének esélyét a nem, a településtípus, a szubjektív anyagi helyzet, az anya munkajellege, a szülők iskolai végzettsége és a gyermekek száma alakította. Mindez megerősítette, hogy célszerű a háttérváltozók hatásának egyidejű vizsgálata, amely bizonyos interszekcionális élethelyzeteket vázol fel, ahonnan indulva jobb vagy kedvezőtlenebb eséllyel érik el a fiatalok a felsőoktatást.
Evaluation of Ultrasound Guided Measurement of Tongue Thickness in Predicting Difficult Tracheal Intubation in Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery: A Cross Sectional Study
Authors: Sajitha Noufiya S , Kachru Nisha , Yadav Usha , Yadav Rupesh
Published: July 2023

Background: Preoperative airway assessment is necessary to identify airway difficulties to the earliest, ensure adequate preparation to airway management before induction and to avoid airway related complications. Various Imaging techniques have been studied for prediction of the difficult airway. the ultrasound is a quick and simple technique. Aim of the study was to evaluate ultrasound guided measurement of tongue thickness in predicting difficult tracheal intubation in patients undergoing elective surgery.
Methods: Sixty-one patients American Society of Anesthesiologist class I and II,18-65 years of age, either sex, were included. Tongue thickness was measured by ultrasound as the distance from the surface of tongue to the submental skin. Modified mallampatti score was also recorded.
Results: Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve of tongue thickness showed an AUC of 0.879 for a cut off value of >6 cm. This shows it has an excellent predictive value. Tongue thickness (>6cm) was found to have 90.16% combined diagnostic accuracy with 75% sensitivity and 94.74% specificity for prediction of difficult intubation. No correlation between tongue thickness and modified mallampatti score. (Correlation coefficient was 0.013, p value 0.920).
Conclusion: We conclude that ultrasound guided measurement of tongue thickness> 6 cm can reliably predict difficult tracheal intubation in patients undergoing elective surgery.