bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Profile of patients with Myelodysplastic syndrome: A report from a tertiary care teaching hospital from Eastern India
Authors: Sen Ankita , Chattopadhyay Arnab , Baul Shuvra Neel , De Rajib , Mitra Sumit , Dolai Tuphan Kanti
Published: August 2021

Objectives:

Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is a group of myeloid neoplasms. The clinical manifestations and treatments vary depending on the subtype and risk stratification of the disease. There is a paucity of data on Indian patients with MDS. This study was undertaken to understand MDS with regard to their clinical presentation, pathological, cytogenetic profiles and also to assess their therapeutic outcomes and prognosis from our center in Eastern India.

Materials and Methods:

This is a prospective observational study conducted in the department of hematology at a tertiary care teaching hospital from eastern part of India. The diagnosis of MDS was made from the peripheral blood examination, bone marrow aspirate examination, cytogenetics, and Fluorescence in situ hybridization results, according to the WHO guidelines. Patients were risk stratified using Revised International Prognostic Scoring System (R-IPSS) and subsequent therapeutic planning was done, with either supportive therapy in the form of recombinant human erythropoiesis stimulating agents, colony stimulating factors, packed red blood cell support as needed for low risk MDS patients. High risk patients were treated with hypomethylating agents such as Azacytidine, Decitabine, or Lenalidomide.

Results:

The mean duration of follow-up of patients with MDS from the point of diagnosis was 1.8 years (range 4 months–6 years). The median OS was 1.33 years. The median OS in the analysis of our patient cohort with low, intermediate, high, and very high R-IPSS was 1.67 years, 1.33 years, 1.67 years, and 1.67 years, respectively. No patients of very low risk group were identified in our study.

Conclusion:

Our findings reflect that MDS-MLD with low or intermediate R-IPSS risk groups is the most common types of MDS. Although supportive therapy was used to treat patients irrespective of other therapy given (depending on the risk group of the patient), it was used alone even in higher risk groups due to logistic reasons in some cases. Those patients who received supportive care alone also had a good survival duration. However, a longer follow-up duration is required to firmly establish this outcome. The median age of patients (55 years) was also lower than established studies with a median overall survival of 1.67 years.
Prevalence and epidemiological description of clubfoot at King Saud Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Fakeeha Jameel H. , Alessa Abdullah E. , Alkhaldi Musaad S. , Alshathri Mohammed H. , Althunayyan Abdulaziz N.
Published: August 2021

Objectives:

Clubfoot is a burden affecting 150,000 newborns worldwide every year. This study looked at the prevalence of clubfoot at King Saud Medical City (KSMC) and examined the risk factors associated with clubfoot in Saudi Arabia.

Methods:

Data were collected through the medical system (Medisys) and the database of the orthopedic department intern at KSMC to determine the prevalence of clubfoot using the births recorded from 2015 to 2019 and reviewing their medical files. The epidemiological description of Saudi clubfoot patients was attained by collecting a sample of 100 patients from the clubfoot clinic database.

Results:

A total of 18,515 births at KSMC from 2015 to 2019 were evaluated. It was found that 42 patients were affected by clubfoot resulting in a birth prevalence of 2.3/1000 (0.23%) among Saudis at KSMC. Out of 100 clubfoot patients, 93% had no maternal history of chronic disease, while 31% of the cases were a product of consanguineous marriages. About 15% of the patients had an associated developmental dysplasia of the hip.

Conclusion:

This study estimates the prevalence of clubfoot in one major medical center in Saudi Arabia to be 2.3/1000. The findings support the data reported in the literature that males are more affected by clubfoot than females, with twice the likelihood that males will be affected by clubfoot. This study will provide an initial look at clubfoot in Saudi Arabia, which can build a base for future studies.
Solitary cutaneous hemorrhagic bullous mastocytoma: A rare entity
Authors: Riyaz Najeeba , Riyaz Arakkal , Manikkapurath Hemachandran
Published: August 2021

Solitary cutaneous mastocytoma, a clinical type of cutaneous mastocytosis, may present from birth itself as a macule, plaque, nodule, or bulla. It may be associated with pruritus, flushing attacks, or convulsions. The diagnosis of a solitary mastocytoma is made by the presence of a characteristic skin lesion and confirmed by typical histopathological features of mast cell clusters in dermis and subcutaneous tissues, metachromatic staining of mast cell granules with toluidine blue or giemsa staining, and immunohistochemical mast cell marker c-kit/ CD-117 staining. We report a 4-month-old child who presented with a hemorrhagic bulla of left knee. Skin biopsy and immunohistochemistry confirmed the clinical diagnosis of solitary cutaneous mastocytoma. We did not come across any previous report of solitary cutaneous mastocytoma presenting as hemorrhagic bulla.
Physicochemical, nutritional and sensory qualities of salted Philippine mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos L.) eggs
Authors: Mopera L.E. , Saludo P.M. , Flores F.P. , Oliveros B.R.R. , Tan W.T.
Published: August 2021

Diet diversification as well as a sustainable supply of the raw materials for utilization in
processing salted eggs leads to an increase in the demand and consumption of salted duck
eggs in the Philippines. In this study, the physicochemical, nutritional and sensory
properties of salted duck eggs made in the laboratory were evaluated. Physicochemical
properties revealed that the sample collected registered a pH and water activity of 7.1 and
0.88, respectively. In addition, the samples showed a total colour difference of 15.01 using
the Hunter scale system. The samples exhibited an average of 1.03% salt content.
Furthermore, proximate composition, mineral and fatty acid analyses of samples proved
that a considerable amount of these nutrients were present in salted duck eggs that were
analysed. Protein, fat, carbohydrate, crude fibre and ash content were 11.49, 10.15, 3.54,
1.07 and 1.01%, respectively. On the other hand, minerals such as phosphorus, potassium
and calcium were recorded at 4.46, 3.92 and 3.61 mg/100 g, respectively. In general, the
major fatty acids found in the samples were oleic acid (C18:1), myristic acid (C14:0) and
linolenic acid (C18:2). Sensory evaluation revealed that flavour was regarded by the
panellist as a major consideration in evaluating the quality of salted duck eggs. This study
proved that salted duck eggs have nutritional and quality characteristics that can be
considered as an alternative source of protein, fat and minerals for human consumption.
Product quality of kaledo, a local food of Palu City Indonesia
Authors: Jayadi Y.I. , Astari A. , Ekasari R. , Aiman U. , Dewi N.U.
Published: August 2021

Food safety is an important issue in the incidence of foodborne diseases in society. Kaledo
is one of the “must-try” traditional foods of Palu City, Indonesia. The main ingredients
used for making this dish are beef and cow’s trotters, which are highly susceptible to
microbiological, physical, and chemical contamination. This cross-sectional study aimed
to analyze the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control
Point (HACCP) in one of the culinary businesses in Palu City. The GMP assessment was
carried out using the self-assessment questionnaire developed by Food Supplements
Europe. The results of this study indicated that Kaledo X Food Stall still had not
implemented GMP. However, HACCP analysis showed a critical control point (CCP) in
the cooking process of Kaledo, i.e., at the time of boiling the meat and bones.
Педагогічна практика в ЗНЗ: навч.-метод. матеріали для студ. вищих навч. закладів
Authors: Мельник Ю. Б.
Published: August 2021

Навчально-методичні матеріали „Педагогічна практика в ЗНЗ” призначено для визначення завдань на практику, проведення поточних записів набутих вмінь при виконанні роботи, оцінки результатів практики. Складено для студентів первинної спеціалізації, слухачів післядипломної освіти, перепідготовки та підвищення кваліфікації в системі освіти за фахом „Соціальна робота”, „Соціальна педагогіка”, „Психологія” та інших суміжних спеціальностей, які проходять практику в ЗНЗ.
Tehrik e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Militancy in Pakistan
Authors: Shahab Surriya , Idrees Muhammad , Rasool Shaida , Mehreen Samana
Published: August 2021

Purpose: Negotiations between two parties always have newsworthiness. Results of the negotiations can be strongly influenced by the media coverage. Pakistan’s government was also involved in peace negotiation with Tahrik e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) during January and February 2014. It was the most discussing issue in Pakistani media at that time. The aim of this research is to analyze the editorial policy of three Pakistani English language newspapers; Dawn, Nation and The News to check their favorable or unfavorable behavior regarding peace talks during January and February 2014.

Design/Methodology/Approach: Agenda setting, priming and farming theories were used in this study. Qualitative content analysis method was used in this study to analyze the editorial policy of these three newspapers.

Findings: The results revealed that all these three newspapers gave significant coverage to the peace talks issue but Nation gave more coverage to the issue. Findings also revealed that Dawn and The News, most of the time showed neutral behavior but tilted towards unfavorable position regarding peace talks. Nation showed strongly unfavorable behavior regarding peace talks.

Implications/Originality/Value: So it is concluded that all these three newspapers were mostly against the peace talks and government and media were not on the same page on the issue of peace talks.
Cotton Yield and Climate Change Adaptation in Pakistan: Application of Multinomial Endogenous Switching Regression Model
Authors: Anwar Muhammad Masood , Siddiqua Aisha , Anwar Aftab , Rehman Jamshaid Ur
Published: August 2021

Purpose:Cotton is the backbone of Pakistan economy, as country is the 4th largest producer of cotton in the world. Despite this importance there is steep decline in cotton production over time due to climate change. The need to evaluate the potential of adaptation in improving cotton yield has necessitated this study.

Design/Methodology/Approach:This study is based on the farm household survey of four cotton producing districts, two from each Punjab and Sindh that were purposively selected from heat stress regions of Pakistan. Data were analyzed through multinomial endogenous switching regression model and treatment effect framework.

Findings:Farm management practices were evaluated for their significance in reducing adverse impacts of climatic extremes on cotton yield. Adaptation in the combination of first three strategies observed to be the most successful strategies in increasing yield.

Implications/Originality/Value:For effective adaptation access to credit and extension, education, farming experience, and sources of information revealed to be important predictors
Application of the Case Study Method in Medical Education
Authors: Korniichuk Oleksandr Y , Bambyzov Leonid M , Kosenko Valentyna M , Spaska Anastasiya M , Tsekhmister Yaroslav V
Published: August 2021

Reducing the gap between professional opportunities of graduates of medical education institutions and needs of patients is the priority of medical education. The introduction of interactive methods, in particular the case study method, can help solve this problem. The aim of this study was to investigate how the application of the case method in medical education affects the learning outcomes of students and acquisition of practical experience. Case method was used to identify its impact on the acquisition of practical skills, abilities and clinical experience by future physicians. Students’ opinions on the effectiveness of the case method in gaining practical experience were surveyed. The study showed that the case method helped students find solutions required by clinical situations, as they used not only theoretical knowledge, but also acquired practical skills and clinical experience. The case method also increases students’ confidence in their professional abilities. This experimental study proved the high efficiency of using the case method in medical education to gain practical experience by students in the education institution. It can be useful for scholars and educators who are looking for, developing and implementing effective teaching methods that allow students to acquire the necessary competencies.
The Brighter Side of Home Schooling for Children with Special Needs: Learning from COVID-19 Lockdown
Authors: Vincent Rosna , Nalini R. , Krishnakumar K.
Published: August 2021

COVID-19 has resulted in widespread social isolation, quarantines, and suspended academic activity. Children with special needs are socially, financially, and educationally impacted by dramatic changes to laws and restrictions put in place to curtail this devastating global pandemic. This study addresses the beneficial improvements that occurred in the lives of children with special needs during the quarantine period. It led to improved skills, better family dynamics, and an enhancement in technological expertise. Here, we use the case study approach. Twelve parents of children with special needs were selected from the Kozhikode district of Kerala, India. Convenient sampling methods were used for the selection of respondents. The data obtained from the twelve participants were scrutinized. The verbatims were coded with the QDA-Miner Software. Our findings indicate that the lockdown has reinforced family bonds; opened up spaces for homeschooling and digital learning; strengthened relationships with parents, communities, and teachers; and paved the way for technological adaptation. During lockdown, children with special needs continued to learn and build skills in a nurturing familial environment.
Examining Mathematical Problem-Solving Beliefs among Rwandan Secondary School Teachers
Authors: Dorimana Aline , Uworwabayeho Alphonse , Nizeyimana Gabriel
Published: August 2021

This study explored teachers' beliefs about mathematical problem-solving. It involved 36 identified teachers of Kayonza District in Rwanda via an explanatory mixed-method approach. The findings indicate that most teachers show a positive attitude towards advancing problem-solving in the mathematics classroom. However, they expose different views on its implementation. Role of problem-solving, Mathematical problems, and Problem-solving in Mathematics were identified as main themes. Problem-solving was highlighted as an approach that helps teachers use time adequately and helps students develop critical thinking and reasoning that enable them to face challenges in real life. The study recommends teacher professional development initiatives with their capacity to bring problem-solving to standard.
Utilization of Positive Deviance into Research Activity for Community Health
Authors: Bando Harumi , Mizutani Mayumi
Published: August 2021

The Positive Deviance (PD) approach believes that in every community there exist individuals or groups, who without any extra resources, practice uncommon behaviors that offer better solutions to addressing problems in a community. PD is a community-driven change approach that encourages community members to discover their own assets, strengths, and wisdom to solve a local problem. The purpose of this activity report is to describe the lessons we learned about PD during a visit with pioneering global researchers and practitioners of positive deviance in the United States in September, 2018. Our key learning included: discovering “uncommon” behaviors which are already practiced by community members, and are thus actionable and more acceptable to community members; investigating positive deviants at many levels i.e., among health providers, community leaders, and the ordinary population; and the importance of designing, from the very beginning, a project that invites and engages all community members who through ownership can sustain impact.
Relationship between Sports Habits and Physical Activity to Blood Pressure in Hypertension Patients in Puskesmas Siliwangi
Authors: Sumarni Nina , Lukman Mamat , Mambang Sari Citra Windani
Published: August 2021

Hypertension is a disease due to lifestyle. Sports and physical activity is one of the things that can affect hypertension. The aim of the study was to identify the relationship between exercise and physical activity against blood pressure in hypertensive patients in the Muara Sanding Village of Garut. This type of research is descriptive correlative with a population of all hypertension patients who active in Prolanis activities that held once a week in the Muara Sanding village, Garut. The sampling technique is total hypertension patients as much 51 respondent. The instrument used is a questionnaire about exercise and physical activity and assessment of blood pressure. The analysis used bivariate. Most respondents did moderate activities (67%), and a small number did less exercise (37%). There is a significant relationship between blood pressure and exercise (p-value = 0.02), but there is no significant relationship between blood pressure and physical activity (p-value = 0, 38). Suggestions from this study are nurses providing health education about the importance of exercise and improving exercise habits in hypertension patients.
Effects of Physical Exercises on Peripheral Neuropathy Sensation in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: Saltar Laode , Sahar Junaiti
Published: August 2021

Background - The most common complication in patients with type 2 diabetes is peripheral neuropathy. Physical exercise is one of the effective Prevention and treatment strategies of peripheral neuropathy in type 2 diabetes. Aims and objectives - The aim of this review articles is to describe the effectiveness of physical exercise on peripheral neuropathy sensation in patients with type 2 diabetes. Methods - A number of databases such as Science Direct, Springer Link, ProQuest, EBSCOhost, and Google Scholar were searched for relevant articles using keywords such as “type 2 diabetes”, AND “peripheral neuropathy sensation” OR “diabetes peripheral neuropathy" AND “physical exercises” OR “aerobic exercises” OR “resistance exercise”. All types of articles were included for the study, such as systematic reviews, randomized controlled trial, quasi-experiment, literature review, and pilot study with the range 2015-2020. Only articles in English are included in this review. Results - Of the 11 articles found, 9 articles showed that physical exercise had a direct effect on improving foot sensation in diabetic peripheral neuropathy patients, while the other 2 articles had an indirect effect on improving symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. Four types of physical exercise that are practiced in interventions are: aerobic exercise, resistance exercise, balance and flexibility exercise and a combination of two or more types of exercise. Physical exercise from low to moderate intensity has a positive effect on increasing foot sensation in patients with type 2 diabetes peripheral neuropathy. Conclusions – This review emphasizes the effect of physical exercise on peripheral neuropathic sensation in type 2 DM patients and strengthens the evidence that low and moderate-intensity exercise are beneficial to reduce peripheral neuropathy symptoms. Further research on the effectiveness of home and community-based physical exercise to reduce symptoms of peripheral neuropathy is necessary.
Anxiety and Risk Factors in Diabetes Mellitus Sufferers at Wanaraja Health Center in Garut
Authors: Sari Citra Windani Mambang Sari , Hijriani Tineu , Suhendar Iwan
Published: August 2021

Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a chronic disease that remains a health problem. Sudden lifestyle changes in DM sufferers can cause anxiety. There are so many risk factors that can cause anxiety in DM sufferers, both internal and external factors. The purpose of this research was to determine the description of anxiety and risk factors that causes anxiety in DM sufferers. The research conducted using a quantitative approach. The population of this research amounted to 91 respondents using total sampling techniques. The instrument used in the form of a questionnaire, which includes: knowledge, attitudes, and anxiety using the Zung Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS/SRAS). Data analysis using frequency distribution and percentage. The results showed that the majority of respondents were in the moderate anxiety level with the result of 71 (78.0%) results. The results of this research are expected to be used as a basis for providing health education about anxiety and nursing care to reduce anxiety in patients with diabetes mellitus.
Cancer Information Satisfaction among Indonesian Cancer Survivors
Authors: Savitri Wenny , Hutasoit Masta
Published: August 2021

Information for cancer patients is significant to overcome a cancer diagnosis and its treatment, affecting patients' quality of life. This study aimed to assess the level of satisfaction with the information on illness treatment among Indonesian cancer survivors, explore its association with the patients' demographic and health-related characteristics, and provide recommendations and improve the information. Sixty adult cancer survivors at the oncology unit of Panembahan Senopati Bantul Hospital of Yogyakarta, Indonesia, were recruited in a cross-sectional study design completing a demographic and health-related data form and the Satisfaction with Cancer Information Profile Questionnaire. The data were then analyzed using descriptive statistics and path analysis. Most patients were dissatisfied with the amount and content of cancer information provided by health care ranging from 12-67%, particularly on the information regarding managing unwanted-side effects of the treatment and the impact of their cancer treatment on long-term quality of life. The patients were also discontented with the detail of information, the timing,  and the usefulness of information to others. Demographic and health-related characteristics directly influence the patients' satisfaction of information (β= 0.461, p = 0.045). Patients who were divorced, not living with their spouses, and diagnosed with cancer for a longer time (more than two years) were the significant contributors to directly influencing their satisfaction. Nurses need to enhance the detail of information, find the best time to provide and design a better way to deliver cancer patients' information.
Perception and motivation to quit smoking based on teenager’s smoking behaviour
Authors: Piddin Aoliyah Pitria , Rahayuwati Laili , Sari Eka Afrima
Published: August 2021

Smoking behaviour has a bad impact on teenagers, including the lack of motivation to achieve academically. Previous research claims that the perception of smoking and the motivation to quit smoking may impact smoking behaviour. The purpose of the research, identifying which one of both variables play a stronger role in its impact toward the teenager’s smoking behavior. The research is a quantitative research involving 192 teenagers as the sample in Bandung city, using questionnaires on perception, motivation, and behavior. Data analysis used univariate and bivariate and Spearman correlation tests. The findings of this research shows that 56% of Bandung teenagers have a positive perception, 51% others a positive motivation, and 56% positive behaviour. This proves that the coefficient value of the correlation between perception and motivation is 0.238, and the coefficient value of the correlation between motivation and behavior is 0.387. This research concludes that the motivation to quit smoking has a stronger relationship than the perception of smoking. Thus, to change the smoking behaviour in teenagers, it is necessary to increase the motivation to quit smoking whatsoever. Possible actions is to have a counselling session to help change the teenager’s health behaviour. The value of study to obtain the unique characteristic of teenager in Indonesia.
Relationship Between The Level of Physical Activity and The Incidence of Dementia in The Elderly
Authors: Noviati Elis , Hidayati Tuti , Litasari Resna , Khaerunnisa Reffi Nantia , Srinayanti Yanti , Lismayanti Lilis , Ariyanto Heri
Published: August 2021

Background : Dementia is a symptom of a decline in memory, thinking, behavior, and ability to perform everyday activities. One of the risk factors for dementia is physical activity. Good physical activity in the elderly can reduce the risk of dementia. Purpose : This study is to determine the relationship between the level of physical activity and the incidence of dementia in the elderly. Method : This study was an analytical association/correlation with a cross-sectional approach, with a total sample of 51 pages. The research instrument used PASE (Physical Activity Scale for Elderly) to measure the level of physical activity and MoCa (Montre al Cognitive Assessment) to assess cognitive function. Findings : The 15 respondents with a low level of physical activity, 13 respondents ( 86,7 %) had dementia and 2 respondents ( 13,3 %) of them did not have dementia. While 36 with good activity levels, 2 respondents ( 5,6 %) developed dementia and 34 respondents ( 94,4 %) had none Amendment I a. The statistical test used was the chi-square test (p = 0.00 ). ). There is a significant relationship between the level of physical activity and the incidence of dementia in the elderly. Also obtained an OR value of 0.009, meaning that physical activity that is less has a risk of 0.009 times experiencing dementia. Research limitations : Further research can be developed by conducting more specific research on the risk factors that can cause dementia Originality : The different from previous research, namely, in the research method, research instrument, time, and the title is taken.
Meta-Synthesis Of Community Health Nursing Strategy
Authors: Akbar M. Agung , Juniarti Neti , Yamin Ahmad
Published: August 2021

Background : Currently, Indonesia is facing growth and development problems that can lead to health vulnerability and risk of health problems in society. The role of community health nursing is the key to reducing health disparities that occur in society. Strengthening community health nurse strategies must be able to adapt to various settings so that the goals of community nursing care can be achieved optimally.

Purpose : The purpose of this meta-synthesis is to comprehensively understand and explore scientific evidence related to community health nursing strategies.

Design/ methodology/ approach : Article review was conducted through several electronic databases including Science Direct, Ebsco Host, ProQuest, PubMed, and Google Scholar through the Indonesian National Library account. The keywords used are strategy, community health nursing OR public health nursing, and qualitative. Inclusion criteria include peer-reviewed articles, published in (2000-2020), and qualitative studies. The exclusion criteria are articles that are not in English, not in full text, and do not have a good article writing structure.

Findings : This literature search found 7 articles analyzed. The findings of this study indicate that if self nurse ablity, quality nursing care, building partnership, health promotion strategy, and facing challenges have been identified through qualitative studies, they can be used as a strategy in the implementation of community health nursing.

Research Limitations : This study only discusses in quantity about community health nursing strategies. This requires further research on the quality of community nursing care to evaluate the strategies that have been implemented.

Originality/ Value : The meta-synthesis review provides an interpretation of qualitative data to capture the essence of the phenomenon of interest regarding community health nursing strategies
Kinship Care: A Cross-Case Analysis of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren in the Filipinos’ Cultural Context
Authors: Sadang Jonaid , Uy Huemer O
Published: August 2021

Filipino families commonly have members beyond the nuclear family structure who are usual sources of mutual support, protection and interdependence for the family. Among these are grandparents who are valuable sources of support including childcare. Using multiple case study approach with cross-case analysis, the circumstances of seven Filipino grandparents raising grandchildren were examined. Their extrinsic reasons for taking custody over their grandchildren include parental employment, parents having new families, lack of basic parenting skills, substance abuse, teenage pregnancy, unstable home environment and domestic violence, child abuse and negligence, parental imprisonment, and financial incapability of the parents to raise the child; while the intrinsic reason being the grandparent’s need for home companionship. Filipino grandparents’ reasons for taking grandchild custody were found to be consistent with other grandparents around the world who also took custody of their grandchildren.
Iron and Orange Extract on Hemoglobin among Anemic Pregnant Women in Nusa Tenggara Barat in 2018
Authors: Novelia Shinta , Dewi Ariati , Melinasari Sri , Widowati Retno , Tiara Carolin Bunga
Published: August 2021

Iron deficiency is the most common pathologic cause of anemia among pregnant women. Pregnant women with clinically significant iron deficiency may present with fatigue, weakness, pallor, tachycardia, and shortness of breath. An intervention is needed to improve hemoglobin among anemic pregnant women. This study aimed to analyze the effect of iron with orange extract on hemoglobin among anemic pregnant women in the Brang Rea health centers, Sumbawa Barat Regency, Nusa Tenggara Barat Province in 2017. The design was a quasi-experimental study. The population was 30 pregnant women who were anemic at the Brang Rea health center. A total population was used for sampling technique. Thirty anemic pregnant women were divided into the experiment and control group without randomization. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. The results showed that there was a significant difference in hemoglobin before and after the intervention (p = 0.001, t = -21.1), and there was a significant difference in hemoglobin between the experimental group and the control group (p = 0.001, t = 5.19). Consuming iron, together with orange extract, could increase hemoglobin among anemic pregnant women. Nurses and midwives need to share health education about the way to consume iron to prevent anemia among pregnant women.
Gadget’s Addiction Scale: An Adolescents Analytic Survey
Authors: Febrina Cory , Mariyana Rina
Published: August 2021

Background –The use of gadgets among adolescents has some advantages. There has been a very significant increase in the use of cell phones, especially among teenagers. Gadget addiction will have an impact on social relationships, violent behavior,and mental health disorders.

Purpose - This study aims to determine the characteristics of gadget and to determine the frequency distribution of gadget dependency levels.

Design / methodology / approach – This study was using descriptive analytic. Samples in this study were adolescents and taken by multi-stage random sampling after being grouped by region. Sample that met the inclusion criteria was 86 respondents. Data collection in this study used an instrument in the form of a Smartphone Addiction Scale (SAS) questionnaire.

Findings - The results showed that the highest level of gadget’s addiction in adolescents was low (34.9%),  moderate dependence (33.7%), while for high dependence it was 14% and very high dependency 4.7%. 51.7% of male adolescents showed moderate gadget dependence symptoms and 56.7% of female adolescents showed low levels of dependence.

Research limitations – This study has limitations, namely that the implementation was planned face-to-face due to the Covid-19 pandemic conditions, the implementation of the research was carried out through the network.

Originality / value - This study produces data that is not yet available in the city of Bukittinggi regarding the level of gadget dependence on adolescents in 2020, and can be the basis for further intervention in groups of children with a level of gadget dependence, both for schools, as well as on families and individuals.
Antimicrobial Metabolites from Ectomycorrhizal Fungus, Pisolithus tinctorius (Pers.) Coker against Soil Borne Plant Pathogens
Authors:   Department of Plant Pathology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore -641 002, Tamil Nadu, India, P Ganeshkumar , A S Krishnamoorthy ,   Department of Plant Pathology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore -641 002, Tamil Nadu, India, C Sangeetha ,   Department of Plant Pathology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore -641 002, Tamil Nadu, India, S Nakkeeran ,   Department of Plant Pathology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore -641 002, Tamil Nadu, India, U Sivakumar ,   Biocatalysts Laboratory, Dept. of Agricultural Microbiology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore – 641 003, Tamil Nadu, India, G Thiribhuvanamala ,   Department of Plant Pathology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore -641 002, Tamil Nadu, India
Published: August 2021

Pisolithus tinctorius (Pers.) Coker is an ectomycorrhizal fungus that forms an abundant wealth of biomass in the forest ecosystem, with an untapped treasure of bioactive compounds and secondary metabolites having multifaceted use in health and agrochemical industries. The hidden potential of this fungus is tapped in the current study by using MTP1 isolate of P. tinctorius. The secondary metabolites of P. tinctorius were extracted and tested for their inhibitory efficacy against major soil-borne plant pathogens viz., Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici (Sacc.) Synder and Hansen; Macrophomina phaseolina (Goid); Rhizoctonia solani (Kuhn) and Sclerotium rolfsii (Sacc). The cell-free culture (CFC) filtrate of P.tinctorius showed the maximum mycelial inhibition of F. o. f. sp. lycopersici (52.00 %); R. solani (51.92%) and M. phaseolina (48.23%). However, the CFC filtrate mixture did not inhibit the growth of S. rolfsii. The GC-MS analysis of biomolecules composite of ethyl acetate fraction of CFC filtrate indicated the presence of compounds belonging to the nature of fatty acids, aromatic alcohol, and flavonoids. The reduction in the growth of the test pathogens with the increase in the concentration of CFC filtrate and the presence of several unknown compounds in P. tinctorius warrants further study with the purified form of antifungal biomolecules in reducing root rots and wilts incited by the soil-borne phytopathogens.
Additive manufacturing methods, materials and medical applications - the review
Authors: Laskowska Dorota , Mitura Katarzyna , Ziółkowska Ewa , Bałasz Błażej
Published: August 2021

The aim of the additive manufacturing (AM) is a production of physical objects by adding material layer-by-layer based on virtual geometry developed in the computer system. The main criteria for the division of additive manufacturing methods are the way to apply the layer and the type of construction material. In most projects, the choice of method is a compromise between costs and properties (e.g. physical, chemical or mechanical) of the manufactured object. Currently, AM methods have found application in many areas of life, including industrial design, automotive, aerospace, architecture, jewellery, medicine and veterinary medicine, bringing many innovative and revolutionary solutions. The purpose of this article is to review of the additive production methods and present the potential of medical application.
Common defects in injection molding of plastic products and their influence on product quality
Authors: Chaciński Tomasz , Sutowski Paweł
Published: August 2021

The article deals with issues related to quality management and quality assessment in production of plastic articles in injection moulding. Expert knowledge collected in textbooks and literature allows to get acquainted with the characteristics of plastic article production and product quality defects arising in such processes. The characteristics and technology of plastics processing are discussed, the most frequent quality defects occurring in the production of articles made of plastics by injection molding are listed. On the basis of expert knowledge collected in the literature, a series of actions leading to the elimination of each of the mentioned quality defects has also been proposed.
Underground space development resulting from increased urban migration
Authors: Samuel T Ariaratnam  , Bahaa Chammout
Published: August 2021

Worldwide urbanization has resulted in the creation of so called “megacities” with populations of 10 million or more. It is estimated that 68% of the world’s population will reside in urban centers by the year 2050 up from 55% in 2018 [1]. This pace of urbanization is staggering, especially in China where urban populations have more than doubled over the last 30 years, while urban land extent has more than tripled [2]. Today, urban planners and engineers are faced with challenging decisions regarding land management planning. To manage this population increase, there is a need to cultivate urban underground space to reduce congestion on the surface, control urban sprawl, and provide opportunities to re-purpose land for recreational space. This discussion paper provides a review of several recommended practices for urban underground space development addressing planning, intended function, and environmental sustainability/resiliency.
Antimicrobial studies and characterization of ZnO nanoparticles by chemical method
Authors: Greeshma K P  , Muthulingam S  , R Thamizselvi  , Dhanya B Sen
Published: August 2021

Nowadays, nanotechnology is receiving worldwide recognition due to being its applications in various fields. Medium temperature and eco-friendly methods have shown great potential among nanoparticle synthesis. Many reducing agents are available for the synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles; here we presented a simple solution method for the development of nano crystalline Zinc Oxide particles. Zinc acetate dihydrate was used as a starting material and synthesized particles were characterized by UV-Visible, FT IR, SEM, and EDAX analysis. Characterization studies revealed hexagonal nano crystalline Zinc Oxide particles with excellent morphological properties. The synthesized nanoparticles exhibit excellent antimicrobial activities against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Medicinal herbs used by the local peoples in Rajshahi metropolitan area of Bangladesh
Authors: Laila Al Faria  , Md. Firoz Alam  , AHM Mahbubur Rahman
Published: August 2021

The present research aims to record the traditional knowledge of herbaceous plants used by the local peoples in the Rajshahi metropolitan area of Bangladesh. The field surveys were conducted in July 2018 to June 2021. A total of 63 informants (38 male and 25 female) between 19 and 77 years of age were interviewed. A total of 115 species belonging to 94 genera and 40 families were recorded. In this research, ninety-one human diseases were recorded and treated with various plant species and modes of administration. The current investigation will be useful in identifying the medicinal herbaceous vascular species for future research and also beneficial to evolve the herbal medicines.
Effects of integrated application of inorganic and organic fertilizer on properties of soil planted with rice
Authors: Dania, Stephen Okhumata  , Edukpe  , Esther Uzezi  , Eniola, Rita Idowu
Published: August 2021

Fertilizer application is essential in the improvement of soil quality and crop yield; it was therefore necessary to investigate the effects of integrated application of inorganic and organic base fertilizer on the soil chemical and physical properties. This experiment was conducted at the Ambrose Alli University Teaching and Research Farm, Ekpoma, Nigeria. The experiment was laid out in a Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with seven treatments, replicated three times; the treatments were; control (zero application), Indorama granular urea (GU), prilled urea (PU), full dose of P&K+75% Indorama granular urea (GUPK), full dose of P&K+75% prilled urea (PUPK), full dose of P&K+75% Indorama granular urea + 25% FYM (GUP&K+FYM), and full dose of P&K+75% prilled urea + 25% FYM (PUP&K+FYM). The rice variety cultivated was FARO 59. The initial results of the soil analyses showed that the soil was low in nutrient below critical values, the combine application of organic and inorganic fertilizer significantly (p<0.05) improved soil nutrient status compared to the other treatments. The combined application of inorganic and organic fertilizer increased soil pH value from 5.64 in control to 6.92. There was a significant (p< 0.05) improvement of the macro and micronutrient from the integrated application of inorganic and organic based fertilizers compared to other treatments. The application of GUP&K+FYM and PUP&K+FYM significant (p< 0.05) improved the Aggregate stability of the soil. The integrated applications of organic and inorganic fertilizer (GUP&K+FYM and PUP&K+FYM) will significantly (p< 0.05) improve the chemical and physical properties of soil.
Desain Pembelajaran Pendidikan Islam Berbasis Neurosains: Peran Musik, Pencahayaan dan Tata Ruang
Authors:   Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, Akbar Tian Khusni , Suyadi Suyadi ,   Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
Published: August 2021

This study aims to analyze the design of Islamic educational learning through the art of music, lighting and spatial neuroscience perspectives. This is important because Islamic education has not yet maximized innovative learning methods in using the learning model. This research approach is qualitative type of literature. The data sources of this study are literature in the fields of music, spatial lighting, Islamic education and neuroscience. The collected data is then analyzed qualitatively using inductive thinking patterns. The results showed that the design of learning through music is able to optimize human brain function in both emotions, motivation, to positive actions, because the right and left brains functioning means that the cognitive and psychomotor aspects function optimally. Optimization of lighting in the study room has a great effect on the brain because most of the human brain receives information / knowledge through the human eye. Spatial design in learning is the optimization of the learning room in order to provide a sense of security and comfort in the learning process.
Pembaharuan Pendidikan Islam dalam Bangunan Sistem Pendidikan Nasional
Authors:   Universitas Medan Area, Parinduri Muhammad Abrar , Zuliana Zuliana ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara
Published: August 2021

The presence of modernization in the world of Islamic education seems to be a necessity that cannot be avoided. The birth of reformer figures in the Islamic world who came from the Middle East and Indonesia became a separate impetus to accelerate the pace of renewal of Islamic education. This research uses library research type (library research) which is carried out using literature (literature) in the form of books, notes, and research reports from previous research. Sources of data can be obtained from documents or document studies. Document study, namely looking for data about things or variables in the form of notes or transcripts, books, newspapers, magazines, and other documents needed for research data. This research proves that the flow of renewal in Islamic education finds momentum when the Indonesian government is able to synergize with Muslim figures. Likewise, the accommodative and cooperative attitude displayed by some Indonesian Muslim leaders and Islamic community organizations has contributed to the government's belief that advancing Islamic educational institutions is not something that is scary but will add stability to the condition of government and politics in Indonesia. It is at this stage that the reform of Islamic education is ultimately integrated into the national education system.
Kepala Madrasah dan Perannya dalam Meningkatkan Profesionalisme Guru: Studi Eksplorative di MTs Istiqamah Talu
Authors:   Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Barat, Busti Ismaiza , Ritonga Mahyudin ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Barat, Lahmi Ahmad ,   Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Barat
Published: August 2021

The Head of Madrasah has a role in various matters related to improving the quality of both human resources and infrastructure in each madrasah he leads, teachers as human resources elements in madrasahs need strategic steps taken by the head of madrasah to improve their professionalism, this research aims to explore how the role of madarasah head in improving teacher competence in MTs Istiqamah Talu Talamau Subdistrict. Research is designed with an explorative qualitative approach, namely a study that aims to find the role performed by the head of madrasah through the search of various sources, the source of this research is madrasah supervisors, teachers in MTs Istiqamah and madarasah heads as a form of confirmation, to obtain data from the specified sources, in this research used observation techniques, interviews, documentation studies and focus group discussions, data analysis used is descriptive qualitative. The result of the research is that the head of madrasah plays a role in increasing the professionalism of teachers in the form of informative, coordinate, consultative and informative.
Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dengan Menggunakan Aplikasi Quiziz pada Era Covid-19
Authors:   Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri 1 Batang Anai Padang Pariaman, Gusvita Armi
Published: August 2021

This article explains about the increased student activity during the covid-19 pandemic by using quiziz application in Islamic Religious Education learning. Quiziz has the advantage of being able to provide a pleasant atmosphere for students with music and pictures that change. Students will race in getting the highest rank because this quiziz uses a rating system. Playing games with this quiziz app can provide an experience for students. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods, data collection techniques used for observation, interviews and documentation. The results of this study showed the use of quiziz in PAI learning makes the activities and learning outcomes of students so increased, from 31 students who were previously only active 15 people, but after using the quiziz application has increased and can also improve the learning results that were previously only completed 7 people, but after using the quiziz application to 20 student’s.
Bintang Panjer Sore Sebagai Petunjuk Arah Kiblat Oleh Kelompok Nelayan “Mina Kencana” Desa Jambu Kecamatan Mlonggo Kabupaten Jepara
Authors:   UIN Walisongo Semarang, Romdhon M. Ali , Angkat M. Arbisora ,   STAIN Sultan Abdrurrahman Kepulauan Riau
Published: August 2021

Kelompok Nelayan Mina Kencana menggunakan Bintang Panjer Sore sebagai petunjuk arah kiblat ketika berada di laut. Bintang ini muncul pada waktu matahari terbenam sekitar pukul 17.30-18.00 WIB secara langsung. Dengan menghadap bintang itu lalu serong ke kanan berarti menghadap kiblat. Bintang Panjer Sore ternyata planet Venus. Venus tidak bisa digunakan karena mempunyai orbit sendiri sehingga posisinya berpindah-pindah. Dalam satu tahun 2012 hanya bulan Juni yang memiliki selisih azimuth terkecil antara Venus dan arah kiblat desa Jambu, yakni 0° 40’ 31,48”. Dengan demikian konsep ini bisa dikatakan tidak akurat.