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EVALUASI PELAYANAN STASIUN TANGERANG KOTA TANGERANG
Authors: Pradana M. Fakhruriza , Budiman Arief , Arif Ibnu
Published: May 2023

Stasiun Tangerang merupakan Stasiun KA yang berada di Kota Tangerang, Provinsi Banten. Stasiun Tangerang termasuk ke dalam kelas Stasiun Besar. Namun, pembangunan dan perbaikan saat ini terus dilakukan di Stasiun Tangerang, hal ini karena Stasiun Tangerang sebelumnya termasuk kelas Stasiun Sedang dan memiliki kendala tidak cukup untuk melayani volume penumpang pengguna jasa. Oleh karena itu sangat penting untuk mengetahui bagaimana kondisi Stasiun Tangerang saat ini dan tingkat kepuasan pengguna jasa terhadap pelayanan Stasiun Tangerang, Kota Tangerang. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei lapangan dengan melakukan pengamatan di Stasiun Tangerang untuk mengevaluasi kondisi Stasiun Tangerang saat ini yang akan dibandingkan dengan ketentuan Permenhub No. 48 tahun 2015 tentang Standar Pelayanan Minimum Angkutan Orang Dengan Kereta Api dan penyebaran kuisioner tentang pelayanan Stasiun Tangerang secara langsung ke pengguna jasa dengan menggunakan metode perhitungan IPA (Importance Performance Analysis). Hasil pengamatan langsung kondisi Stasiun Tangerang, Stasiun Tangerang memenuhi 75% fasilitas yang diatur dalam Permenhub No. 48 tahun 2015. Hasil penggambaran pada diagram kartesius adalah Kuadran A (v2, v5, v9, v10 dan v16), Kuadran B (v1, v4 dan v12), Kuadran C (v6 dan v13) dan Kuadran D (v7, v11 dan v15). Secara keseluruhan persepsi dan tingkat kepuasan pengguna jasa terhadap pelayanan Stasiun Tangerang adalah memuaskan / baik, hal ini dapat dilihat dengan nilai rata-rata tingkat kesesuaian sebesar 81.34 %.
ANALISIS KINERJA SIMPANG BERSINYAL DAN RUAS JALAN (STUDI KASUS: SIMPANG DAN RUAS JL. PANJANG YANG TERHUBUNG DENGAN JL. KEDOYA DURI DAN JL. DURI RAYA)
Authors: Mardia Nabila , Widyaningsih Nunung
Published: May 2023

Persimpangan pada ruas Jalan Panjang yang terhubung dengan ruas Jalan Kedoya Duri dan Jalan Duri Raya ini merupakan kawasan komersil yang dimana kawasan ini banyak berdiri perkantoran, pertokoan, rumah makan, hotel dan banyaknya pengguna kendaraan pribadi di sepanjang persimpangan ini, sehingga ketika memasuki jam – jam sibuk persimpangan ini sering mengalami kemacetan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kinerja simpang bersinyal dan ruas Jalan Panjang yang terhubung dengan ruas Jalan Kedoya Duri dan Jalan Duri Raya dan memberikan alternatif pemecahan masalah dengan menggunakan metode Manual Kapasitas Jalan Indonesia (MKJI) 1997. Hasil analisa data eksisting, diperoleh Level Of Service (LOS) F untuk kondisi jam sibuk pagi dan sore yang berarti nilai tundaan yang tinggi, menunjukkan waktu siklus yang panjang dan rasio kendaraan yang tinggi ditunjukkan dari panjangnya waktu siklus yaitu 180 detik dengan 3 fase lalu lintas dengan nilai derajat kejenuhan yang tinggi yaitu melebihi 1,00 berarti sudah melebihi standar MKJI 1997 untuk kategori cukup baik yaitu LOS C berada pada angka lebih kecil dari 0,8 (DS ≤ 0,8) dan selanjutnya sebagai alternatif pemecahan masalah pertama dengan perubahan waktu siklus lampu lalu lintas dan alternatif pemecahan masalah kedua dengan menghilangkan belok kanan pada Jalan Kedoya Duri dan Jalan Duri Raya.Indikator dalam menilai kinerja simpang dilihat dari nilai derajat kejenuhan. Dari dua alternatif pemecahan masalah yang dicobakan maka alternatif pemecahan masalah kedua merupakan alternatif terbaik (LOS) D untuk jam sibuk pagi dan sore hari serta LOS untuk jam sibuk siang hari.
Study of Modelling Synthetic Unit Hydograph Using ITB-1 Method (Case Study: Upstream Siak Watershed)
Authors: Mashuri Mashuri , Kiranaratri Ayudia Hardiayani
Published: May 2023

Analysis of unmeasured flow rates in watershed with the Syntetic Hydrograph Unit (SUH) Method is the most practical and simple method. This method requires watershed characteristics as river length and watershed area. Calculation and flow rate data are very useful in the development of water resources science and civil building planning especially in water construction work. Today, the Syntetic Unit Hydrograph (SUH) Method has been widely developed and most recently the ITB-1 Syntetic Unit Hydrograph (SUH) Method. The reliability of SUH ITB-1 in Sungai Tapung Kanan and Sungai Tapung Kiri shows good performance. This is indicated by the accuracy of the volume of the Tapung Kanan River 96.30% and the accuracy of the Tapung Kiri River 99.88%. The volume control ratio / direct run off (DRO) Sungai Tapung Kanan 1,00006 and Sungai Tapung Kiri 1,000088 (close to 1). While the peak discharge produced by Tapung Kanan River is 39,950 m3/ sec and Tapung Kiri River is 38,867 m3/sec.
EVALUASI KAPASITAS SALURAN SUB DAS AMPAL KOTA BALIKPAPAN
Authors: Yanti Rossana Margaret Kadar , Anugrah Reza Dwiryan , Apriani Dyah Wahyu
Published: May 2023

Daerah Aliran Sungai (DAS) Ampal Kota Balikpapan terdiri dari 21 sub DAS. Setiap sub DAS memiliki saluran drainase yang berfungsi mengalirkan air menuju Sungai Ampal, namun pada kenyataannya kapasitas saluran drainase sekunder pada beberapa sub DAS Ampal tidak mampu mengalirkan air dengan baik sehingga mengakibatkan terjadinya banjir. Hal ini terjadi pada sub DAS 2, sub DAS 4, sub DAS 5, sub DAS 7, sub DAS 8, sub DAS 9, sub DAS 13, dan sub DAS 14. Berdasarkan permasalahan yang ada, maka perlu dilakukan evaluasi kinerja sistem drainase pada sub DAS Ampal untuk mengatasi permasalahan banjir tersebut. Tujuan dari studi ini adalah untuk mengetahui debit hidrologi dan kapasitas saluran sekunder pada Sub DAS Ampal yang terdampak banjir serta mengetahui tinggi banjir pada lokasi studi. Dalam studi ini dilakukan analisa hidrologi dengan menghitung debit puncak banjir sub DAS Ampal menggunakan metode rasional dan analisa hidrolika dengan menggunakan aplikasi HEC-RAS yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui elevasi muka air saluran.Dari analisa perhitungan didapatkan besarnya debit hidrologi pada kawasan Sub DAS Ampal yang memiliki permasalahan banjir bervariasi antara 3.65 m3/s sampai dengan 19.27 m3/s. Dari hasil analisa tersebut, terdapat 7 saluran Sub DAS yang mengalami kelebihan kapasitas, antara lain Saluran 4, Saluran 5, Saluran 7, Saluran 8, Saluran 9, Saluran 13, dan Saluran 14 dengan tinggi banjir bervariasi antara 0.08 m sampai 2.12 m. Adapun Saluran 2 tidak terjadi luapan disebabkan bendali yang difungsikan pada Sub DAS 2.
ANALISIS POTENSI GEOHAZARD PADA CANDI SIWA PRAMBANAN
Authors: Kuningsih Tri Wahyu , Putri Andina Prima
Published: May 2023

Candi Siwa Prambanan merupakan salah satu situs bersejarah yang harus dijaga keberadaannya. Candi siwa terletak pada kota Yogyakarta, dimana kota tersebut merupakan kota yang termasuk pada daerah rawan gempa. Maka dari itu sangat diperlukan analisa struktur Candi Siwa akibat beban lingkungan terutama beban gempa. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mencari deformasi struktur Candi Siwa akibat beban mati, beban hidup dan juga beban lingkungan. Candi Siwa tersusun atas beberapa komponen material diantaranya, andesit, tuff, beton pengisi dan juga perkuatan berupa kolom dan pelat. Hasil dari penelitian ini deformasi yang terjadi pada candi Siwa adalah sebesar 216.3 cm. Deformasi terjadi pada seluruh bagian Candi Siwa, namun semakin kecil dimensi Candi Siwa semakin besar deformasi yang akan terjadi.   Kata kunci: Candi siwa, beban gempa, deformasi
ANALISIS KUAT TEKAN DAN KUAT TARIK BELAH PADA BETON BUSA DENGAN PEMAKAIAN PASIR ABU BATU SEBAGAI AGRERAT HALUS
Authors: BERE MARIA DEOLINDA , Simanihuruk Bertinus , Dewita Hikma
Published: May 2023

Beton busa merupakan salah satu inovasi baru yang dikategorikan ke dalam beton ringan yang mempunyai berat jenis rendah yang semakin banyak digunakan dalam dunia konstruksi di Indonesia. Beton busa tersusun atas bahan – bahan agregat halus,semen,air dan foam agent. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kuat tekan dan kuat tarik belah dari beton busa dengan variasi foam agent yang digunakan dan juga pengaruh dari agregat halus yang digunakan yaitu pasir abu batu. Pengujian kuat tekan beton dilakukan untuk mengetahui seberapa baik kualitas beton dalam menahan tekanan atau beban yang akan dipikul. Pengujian kuat tarik belah beton bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi ketahanan geser dan rambatan dari komponen struktur beton. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Laboratorium karena bersifat eksperimen, variasi foam agent yang digunakan adalah 15% dan 30%  dari jumlah semen per m³, pengujian dilakukan pada umur beton 14 hari, 28 hari dan 35 hari menggunakan benda uji silinder 15 cm x 30 cm.  Dari hasil penelitian di dapat Rata – rata kuat tekan berturut – turut menurut umur beton 14 hari, 28 hari dan 35 hari adalah : 23.13 Mpa,  26.25 Mpa, dan 27.78 Mpa (tanpa foam agent), 17.54 Mpa,  20.29 Mpa, dan 21.91 Mpa (foam agent 15%), 13.44 Mpa, 15.11 Mpa dan 16.69 Mpa (foam agent 30%). Rata – rata kuat tarik belah  berturut – turut menurut umur beton 14 hari, 28 hari dan 35 hari adalah : 3.62 Mpa,  4.09 Mpa, dan 4.32 Mpa (tanpa foam agent), 2.93 Mpa,  3.34 Mpa, dan 3.59 Mpa (foam agent 15%), 2.02 Mpa, 2.42 Mpa dan 2.66 Mpa (foam agent 30%). Kesimpulan dari hasil penelitian yaitu semakin banyak variasi foam agent yang dicampurkan semakin rendah kuat tekan dan tarik belah beton busa. Pada penelitian ini yang termasuk ke dalam beton ringan adalah beton busa dengan variasi foam agent 15% dan 30% dengan berat volume maksimum masing – masing 1735.85 kg/m³ dan 1298.11 kg/m³.
دار الترجمة في مطبعة نول كشور: خدماتها المعرفية والثقافية
Authors: عبد الملك الرسول فوري
Published: May 2023

This paper introduces our readers to Mr. Nol Kishwar of Lucknow, as the most enthusiastic figure for Arabic and Islamic literature. It also sheds light on the services of Nol Kishwar Press in the field of translation from Arabic into Persian and Urdu. Moreover, I mentioned several books, which have been translated in the Translation Unit of the press and would review the quality level of the translation. The paper also discusses the glorious history of the translation works rendered through the Publishing center. Since the translation, work itself sounds and indicates the level of the translator's abilities; sometimes the name of the translator is sufficient to know about the quality level of translation. Furthermore, the paper would include at its end, an enclosure having short biographical notes of the translators who played countless roles in the development of this unit of translation at the said publishing house.
المشاكل التي يواجهها الناطقون بالإنجليزية عند قراءة القرآن الكريم: عرضها ومعالجتها
Authors: فيضان الرحمن
Published: May 2023

In this article, I conducted research on the similarities and differences between consonants and vowels of both Arabic and English, so that it may help teachers of the Quran in English- speaking countries, for example, the United Kingdom. I explored the translation of very difficult terms used in tajweed such as قلقلة which is in the phonetics of English “consonant release” if this term is literally translated to the native speaker by saying that it is the giving of movement to a sound in the place of articulationمخرج  they will not understand it. Similarly, I explored the terms the place of articulation and manner of articulation for مخرج and صفة consecutively, homorganic for مشترك المخرج from the books of phonetics. If the Arabic terms are translated in this way, for example, the exit of sound it will be difficult for the students to understand. We usually find in the books that some consonants like ج، ذال ، وزاء are equivalent to Z , th, and ز  sound , but I  added the condition that they must be  between two voiced sounds like vowels. For example, I concluded that ذال is like “th” in “within”,  because in other contexts they become devoiced and resemble ث، س and چ. Dark L of English was judged as equal to لام مفخمة and it was made clear that if the teachers of Quranic recitation translate it to dignified L or honored L the native students will not understand them. It was suggested to the teachers to obverse the كاف sound in the reading of the students when it is in the stressed syllables such as "كلّا، "كالوا"so that aspiration after  كاف is checked, because such kind of aspiration does not exist in Arabic.  Similarly, when نون ساكن occurs before كاف in words like “إن كنتم" English speakers are liable to add ng sound (like that in “bank” of English) before كاف. The article has covered much information, the most important of which has been put forth in the summary also.
Hubungan Aktivitas Fisik dengan Hipertensi Pada Lanjut Usia di Puskesmas Kutasari
Authors: Wirakhmi Ikit Netra
Published: May 2023

Hipertensi adalah kondisi terjadinya peningkatan tekanan darah sistolik lebih dari ≥ 140 mmHg dan atau diastolik ≥ 90 mmHg. Aktivitas fisik merupakan salah satu faktor yang mempengaruhi kejadian hipertensi. Peningkatan aktivitas fisik direkomendasikan sebagai sarana untuk mencegah terjadinya hipertensi. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hubungan aktivitas fisik dengan hipertensi pada lanjut usia di Puskesmas Kutasari. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian kuantitatif dengan desain deskriptif korelatif. Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah pasien hipertensi di wilayah Puskesmas Kutasari Kabupaten Purbalingga sebanyak 105 orang. Hasil penelitian didapatkan umur responden paling banyak adalah lansia tua (75 -  90 tahun) sebanyak 48 responden (45%) dan jenis kelamin paling banyak adalah perempuan sebanyak 67 responden (63.8%) serta tidak ada hubungan aktivitas fisik dengan hipertensi pada lanjut usia di Puskesmas Kutasari (p value = 0.142). Tidak ada hubungan aktivitas fisik dengan hipertensi pada lanjut usia di Puskesmas Kutasari (p value = 0.142). Tenaga kesehatan diharapkan memberikan edukasi yang lengkap dan jelas kepada pasien tentang pentingnya aktivitas fisik bagi penderita hipertensi.Kata kunci: Aktivitas Fisik, Hipertensi, Lanjut Usia AbstractHypertension is a condition where there is an increase in systolic blood pressure of more than 140 mmHg and/or diastolic 90 mmHg. Physical activity is one of the factors that influence the incidence of hypertension. Increased physical activity is recommended as a means to prevent hypertension. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between physical activity and hypertension in the elderly at Kutasari Health Center. The type of research used is quantitative research with a descriptive correlative design. The sample in this study were 105 people with hypertension in the Kutasari Public Health Center, Purbalingga Regency. The results showed that the majority of respondents were elderly (75 - 90 years) as many as 48 respondents (45%) and the most gender was female as many as 67 respondents (63.8%) and there was no relationship between physical activity and hypertension in the elderly at the Puskesmas. Kutasari (p value = 0.142). There is no relationship between physical activity and hypertension in the elderly at Kutasari Health Center (p value = 0.142). Health workers are expected to provide complete and clear education to patients about the importance of physical activity for people with hypertension. Keywords : Physical Activity, Hypertension, Elderly
Pengaruh Penyuluhan Terhadap Pengetahuan Santri Tentang Penyakit Skabies di Pondok Pesantren Al Hidayah Boarding School Kota Depok Tahun 2022
Authors: Wulandari Rafina , Ulfa Laila , Samingan Samingan
Published: May 2023

Pesantren merupakan salah satu hunian  dengan kepadatan yang cukup tinggi. Kondisi di pondok pesantren tidak terawat, sanitasi buruk, kamarnya terlalu lembab dan penerangannya kurang, menyebabkan tingginya insiden skabies di pesantren. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh penyuluhan tentang penyakit skabies ditinjau dari personal hygiene dan sanitasi lingkungan terhadap pengetahuan santri di Pondok Pesantren Al Hidayah Boarding School Kota Depok. Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan pre-experimental dengan rancangan one group pretest-posttest. Populasi penelitian ini santri putra dan putri kelas VII sebanyak 82 responden dan sampel yang digunakan sebanyak 40 responden menggunakan teknik sampel Random Sampling.  Hasil penelitian menemukan sebagian besar santri (90%) telah memehami tentang tujuan sanitasi lingkungan, namun separuh dari santri (50%) tidak memahami tentang cara penularan scabies. Hasil analisis statistik terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan nilai pengetahuan antara sebelum dan sesudah diberikan penyuluhan (p value 0,001). Dari hasil penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa peningkatan pengatahuan tentang scabies perlu dilakukan pada santri yang tinggal di pesantren. Pemahaman terhadap  pencegahan skabies melalui menjaga kebersihan perorangan dan lingkungan pada santri sebaiknya diberikan secara intens yang dapat disampaikan dalam kurikulum Pendidikan kesehatan. Kata kunci : penyuluhan, pengetahuan, skabies.
РУССКИЕ ВОСТОКОВЕДЫ О КЫРГЫЗАХ И КЫРГЫЗСТАНЕ
Authors: Абытов Б.К.
Published: May 2023

В статье рассматривается история востоковедения в целом, проблемы русского востоковедения в частности. Рассматривается вклад русских ученых востоковедов, эндоэтнонимы и экзоэтнонимы «кыргыз», хроника известий о кыргызах в русской литературе.
РЕПРЕССИВНЫЕ МЕРЫ В ПРОЦЕССЕ КОЛЛЕКТИВИЗАЦИИ СЕЛЬСКОГО ХОЗЯЙСТВА В СРЕДНЕЙ АЗИИ
Authors: Абдуллаев М.Г.
Published: May 2023

В статье освещены на основе документов ОГПУ, процесс репрессии  крестьянских хозяйств в начальном периоде политики сплошной коллективизации сельского хозяйства. В неё освещено динамика раскулачивания по первой категории, приведены данные о количестве репрессированных «антисоветских» организаций, групп и участников по республикам Средней Азии.
ТОНКОЕ ЛИ ДЕЛО ВОСТОК? ИЛИ ФИЛОСОФСКИЙ АНАЛИЗ ЭВОЛЮЦИИ РОЛЕВЫХ ВЗАИМООТНОШЕНИЙ В КЫРГЫЗСКОМ ОБЩЕСТВЕ
Authors: Эшиев А.К.
Published: May 2023

Статья посвящена философскому анализу эволюции ролевых взаимоотношений в кыргызском обществе. Автор говорит об общепринятых нормах и правилах, о ролевом наборе, выполняя которых, каждый вносит свой определенный вклад вразвитие всего общества.
ЧЫГЫШ ОЙЧУЛУ КУЛКОЖОАКМАТ-ЯСЕВИНИН ПЕДАГОГИКАЛЫК ИДЕЯЛАРЫ
Authors: Бекназаров С.М. , Орозматова А.С. , Райымбаева А.Ч.
Published: May 2023

Бул илимий макалада орто кылымдардагы белгилүү чыгыш ойчулу Кулкожоакмет-Ясевинин педагогикалык идеялары анализделет.
КЫРГЫЗДАРДАГЫ «УЧА» САЛТЫ ЖАНА АНЫН КЕЛИП ЧЫГЫШЫ
Authors: Каратаев О.К.
Published: May 2023

Кыргыздарда архаикалык уча тартуу салты сакталып келет. Бул салт Сибирдин түрк жана тунгус тилдүү элдеринде да сакталып калган. Уча тартуунун уөгусу аөды уруулаштарынын ичинде бөлүп таратууну туюнткан. Аөдан кележаткан мергенчиге “шыралга” (монголчо – шорлого) деп кайрылган уруулашына эттен бөлүшүүгө милдеттүү болгон. “Шыралга” деп кайрылган ар кимдин аөдын этинин бир бөлүгүн, терисин, башын алууга укугу болгон. Аөчы кыргыз каршысынан чыккан алгачкы адам “уча” деп айтса, анда атылган аөдын арткы санын омурткасы, териси менен кошо берген. Экинчи, андан кийинки жолуккан адамдарга аөдын этинин чүйгүн бөлүктөрүн берген. Айрым учурларда аөчынын өзү этсиз калган учурлар кездешкен. Ушул сыяктуу “уча бер!” деген расми хакас жана  алтайлыктарда да орун алган. Түндүк алтайлыктарда “учаны” шаманга тартуу эткен, ал өз кезегинде эттен ооз тийип, андан соө башкаларга улуулатып же жашына карата ооз тийдиргени берген, жаштары “учанын” сөөгүнө доо кетирбестен этин тазалап жешкен. Архаикалык “уча” салты менен катар, тамакты тараткан “кешик” расмиси кыргыздарда бүгүн да сакталып келери маалым. Кыргыздарда “кешик”, “кешик берүү” расмиси сыйлуу, белгилүү коноктордун дасторконунан жаштарга жана кошуналарга тамак берүү дегенди туюнтат. Кыргыздарда “тойдун кешиги”, “улуу адамдын” устуканы ж.б. дегенбайыркы түшүнүктөр сакталып келет. “Уча” салты (расмиси) аөчылардын чөйрөсүндө калыптанган, бир атадан тараган уруудагы (урук) жашоо теөдемечилиги, байыркы уруулук коомдун өндүрүшү жана керектөөлөрү менен байланышкан. Кыргыздарда аө учурундагы олжону мергенчилердин арасында теө, бирдей бөлүштүрүү принцибине баш ийишкен. Антпесе тоолордун ээлери каарданышып, келечектеги аө уулоо ийгиликсиз болот деген ишеничте болушкан.Илимпоздордун пикирлерине караганда “уча” салты уруулук коомдун кулашы жана коөшулук обүинанын пайда болуу доорунда келип чыккан. “Уча” салты сыяктуу коомдогу жөрөлгөлөрдүн эө алгачкы белгилери алгачкы-обүиналык коомдун престиждүү экономикасына таандык болуп, анын өнүккөн доору неолиттик мезгилге туура келет. Социалдык шарттардын өзгөрүүсү менен биргеликте “уча” салты өзгөрүүлөргө учураган. Мисалы, бул салт кайсыл урукка таандыкболгондугуна карабастан колдонула берген, Хакасияда болсо толук унутулуп калган. “Уча” расмисинин салттуу нормалары ашыкча болгон азык-түлүктөрдү так жана теө бөлүүнү талап кылган, уруктагы пайдалангандан ашкан азык-түлүк салтанатта берилүүчү сый-тамакка же үйлөнүү үчүн берилген белекке (калыө) айланган. “Уча” салты “Уча” салты адамдардын жашоо шартында материалдык жактан кыйынчылык жаралганда жардам берүүчү калыптанган коомдук гарантия болгон, социалдык градацияны камсыз кылган, куда-сөөктүк байланыштарды чыөаган.
Anti-diabetic Activity of Sanseviera liberica Gerome and Labroy (Agavaceae) Root Extract and Fractions on Alloxan-induced Diabetic Rats
Authors: Amao O.S. , Sofidiya M.O. , Olusanya A.W. , Ishola I.O. , Adeyemi O.O.
Published: May 2023

Background: The root decoction of Sanseviera liberica Gerome and Labroy (Agavaceae) is used in traditional African medicine for the treatment of diabetes mellitus, convulsion, earache, and wounds. Objective: This study sought to investigate the effect of Sanseviera liberica methanol root extract (SL) and its fractions - hexane (HF), chloroform (CF), ethylacetate (EF) and butanol (BF) on alloxan-induced hyperglycaemia in rats. Methods: SL (100, 200 or 400 mg/kg, p.o.), and fractions (100 mg/kg, p.o.) or insulin (0.4 IU/kg, positive control) were respectively administered to rats which thereafter were subjected to glucose tolerance (2 g/kg, i.p.) or alloxan-induced hyperglycaemia (150 mg/kg, i.p.) tests for 21 consecutive days. Blood glucose level, glycosylated haemoglobin, liver glycogen, renal and liver functions were assayed. Results: SL, CF and EF, as well as glibenclamide produced time course and significant reduction in blood glucose level in glucose tolerance test. Interestingly, alloxan administration increased blood glucose level, glycosylated haemoglobin, alkaline phosphatase (ALP), alanine aspartate transaminase (AST), and albumin which were attenuated by SL, CF, and EF administration. The preliminary phytochemical analysis revealed the presence of flavonoids, phenols, tannins, saponins, cardiac glycosides, terpenoids, anthraquinones and alkaloids. Conclusion: Findings from this study established the antidiabetic activity of methanolic root extract of S. liberica and its fractions in rats. Thus, it could be a potential phytomedicine in the management of diabetes.
Evaluation of Heavy Metals in Selected Paint Brands and Paint Chips from Old Buildings in Selected Local Government Areas in Lagos State, Nigeria
Authors: Afolayan G.O. , Amagon K.I. , Amah L.E. , Obadipe T.O.
Published: May 2023

Background: One major deleterious component of paints are heavy metals and it has been reported that the general populace (especially children) can be exposed to the components of paints through the chipping of paints from buildings and runoffs of rain from painted buildings to other bodies of water. Objectives: To assess the awareness of painters and paint sellers on the heavy metal constituents of paints and their adverse effects. The study also, to evaluated the heavy metal constituents of commonly sold paints and paint chips of old buildings in selected Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Lagos State, Nigeria. Methods: A self-administered well-structured questionnaire was distributed to fifty painters and fifty paint sellers to evaluate the occupational awareness on the use of personal protective devices, commonly experienced adverse symptoms, and also to know the commonly used and sold paints in Lagos, Nigeria. The heavy metal constituents were evaluated in ten paint brands (gloss and emulsion), and in 180 paint chip samples scraped off buildings located in selected LGAs in Lagos State, using the Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy. Results: The results showed that 54% were aware of the hazards associated with their jobs, however, 72% do not use protective gears, and 32% reported symptoms relating to hazard exposure to paints. The levels of lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) in paint brands and chips were below the permissible limits of 90 ppm of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission and 100 ppm limit of the European Union (EU) for Pb and Cd in paint. However, the levels of chromium were higher than recommended. Conclusion: There is a need for proper monitoring of heavy metal (especially chromium) concentration in paints manufactured and sold in Lagos and Nigeria as whole, while also ensuring that painters adhere to best protective practices.
Comparative Efficacy of Aerobic and Resisted Exercises on the Quality of Life and Asthma Control of Individuals with Asthma
Authors: Aweto H.A. , Akodu A.K. , Adedara A.C.
Published: May 2023

Background: Asthma symptoms cause reduction in patient’s activities of daily living and worsen their quality of life with lower scores being found in individuals experiencing low asthma control. After pharmacological means of managing asthma was introduced, interest in non-pharmacological means such as exercises declined; although little is known regarding the effect of different types of exercises on the quality of life and cardiopulmonary functions of asthmatic patients. Objective: This study was designed to compare the effects of aerobic and resisted exercises on the quality of life (QoL) and asthma control (AC) of individuals with asthma. Methods: This was a single blinded randomized controlled study involving 45 eligible individuals with asthma. They were recruited from the Respiratory Unit, Department of Medicine, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) and were randomly assigned to 3 different groups (A, B, and C). Subjects in Groups A and B performed aerobic exercise and resisted exercise with counselling sessions respectively, while subjects in group C had only counselling sessions. The exercise intervention for Groups A and B lasted for 10–15 mins two times in a week for 6 weeks. At pre- and post-intervention, assessment of QoL and AC of the subjects were done using Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire (AQLQJuniper) and Asthma Control Test Questionnaire. Results: The result shows that QoL (A: p=0.01, B: p=0.05) and AC (A: p=0.01, B: p=0.01) of patients in Groups A and B improved significantly. Comparison of the mean changes in the QoL and AC showed no significant differences across the 3 groups. Conclusion: Aerobic and resisted exercises were both effective in improving QoL and AC in patients with asthma. Therefore, exercises should be incorporated as an additional treatment approach for asthma.
Evaluation of Anti-Salmonellal Activities of the Aqueous andEthanolic Extracts of Selected Nigerian Medicinal Plants used Locally for Typhoid Fever Treatment
Authors: Usman S.O. , Okoro A.U. , Oreagba A.I. , Busari A. , Agbaje E.O.
Published: May 2023

Background: Many Nigerian medicinal plants are used locally for the treatment of typhoid fever by traditional medicine practitioners and herb sellers. However, the laboratory evaluation of the efficacy and anti-salmonellal activities of such plants are sparse. Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the anti-salmonellal activities of six Nigerian medicinal plants that are used locally for the treatment of typhoid fever. Method: The ethanolic and aqueous extracts of six medicinal plants, viz. Ficus exasperata, Lannea egregia, Lophira alata, Mangifera indica, Momordica charantia and Morinda lucida were screened for in-vitro activities against Salmonella typhi. Kirby-bauer disc diffusion method was used to determine the inhibitory property of the extracts at concentrations of 12.5, 25, 50 and 100 mg/ml. The plants were also screened for phytochemical components using standard methods. Results: All the plant extracts, except the aqueous extracts of Lophira alata, Morinda lucida and ethanolic extract of Momordica charantia, exhibited significant anti-salmonellal activities at concentration of 100 mg/ml with the aqueous extract of Mangifera indica showing the highest anti-salmonellal activity producing zone of inhibition of 16.67±0.67 mm followed by ethanolic extracts of Morinda lucida (12.67±1.20 mm), Lannea egregia (11.33±0.33 mm), Ficus exasperata (11.00±0.00 mm), Lophira alata (10.33±0.33 mm) and Momordica charantia (aqueous extract) (8.33±4.26 mm). However, all the extracts were less active than amoxicillin (18.67±0.67 mm) and ciprofloxacin (38.67±0.33 mm). Conclusion: Mangifera indica, Morinda lucida, Momordica charantia, Lannea egregia, Lophira alata and Ficus exasperata possess anti-salmonellal activities. This justifies their traditional use for the treatment of typhoid fever and their active constituents may serve as leads in the production of new anti-typhoid drugs.
Cough Effectiveness, Functional Independence and Quality of Life of Stroke Survivors: A Cross-sectional Survey
Authors: Ajepe T.O. , Osundiya O.C. , Oyedemi O.J. , Obidiaso C.
Published: May 2023

Background: Stroke is associated with clinical spectrum of respiratory impairments, a significant one being aspiration pneumonia owing to failure to safeguard and clear the airway through coughing. Objectives: This research evaluated the correlation among cough effectiveness, functional independence, and quality of life of stroke survivors. Methods: This study involved 33 stroke survivors (13 males and 20 females) aged between 39-80 years. They were recruited from a teaching hospital in Nigeria. The participants were recruited between April and October, 2018. Cough effectiveness, functional independence (FI) and perception of quality of life (QoL) were assessed using Peak flow meter, Functional Independence Measure (FIM) and Stroke Specific Quality of Life Scale (SS-QoL) respectively. Spearman rank correlation coefficient was used to obtain the relationship between measured parameters. Level of significance was set at p<0.05. Results: The mean peak cough flow (PCF) was 195.75±51.90 L/min for all the study participants. There was a positive significant correlation between cough effectiveness and motor subunit of FIM (rs=0.530, p=0.002) and overall FIM (rs=0.484, p=0.004). There was also a positive significant correlation between cough effectiveness and overall QoL score (rs=0.517, p=0.002). Five domains of QoL showed positive significant correlation to cough effectiveness; these include Mobility (rs=0.524, p=0.002), Self-care (rs=0.448, p=0.009), Social role (rs=0.487, p=0.004), Upper-limb function (rs=0.535, p=0.001), and Work and productivity (rs=0.556, p=0.001). Conclusion: Cough effectiveness is significantly positively correlated to functional independence and the QoL of stroke survivors.
Anticonvulsant, Muscle Relaxant and In-vitro Antioxidant Activities of Hydroethanol Leaf Extract of Newbouldia laevis Seem. (Bignoniaceae) in Mice
Authors: Murtala A.A. , Akindele A.J.
Published: May 2023

Background: Newbouldia laevis Seem. (Bignoniaceae) is a woody tropical plant employed by traditional medicine practitioners (TMPs) in Nigeria in the treatment of various disease conditions, including central nervous system disorders. Objective: To evaluate the anticonvulsant, sedative-hypnotic, muscle relaxant and in-vitro antioxidant activities of the hydroethanol leaf extract of Newbouldia laevis (HNL). Materials and Methods: HNL (25–200 mg/kg, p.o.), distilled water (10 ml/kg, p.o.) or diazepam (3 mg/kg, p.o.) were administered 1 h before strychnine or picrotoxin-induced seizure, thiopentone-induced hypnotic, inclined plane and traction tests in mice. The in-vitro antioxidant activity of HNL was investigated using 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), nitric oxide, hydrogen-peroxide scavenging, lipid peroxidation and reducing power assays. The total antioxidant capacity, total phenolics and total flavonoids were also determined. Results: In the picrotoxin-induced convulsion test, HNL (100 mg/kg) increased the latency (p<0.05) and decreased the duration (p<0.001) of seizure. The extract was not effective in the strychnine-induced convulsion test. The extract at 100 and 200 mg/kg signigicantly increased the latency (p<0.001, 0.05 respectively) but not duration of sleep in the thiopentone-induced hypnosis test. In the inclined screen model, the extract at 100 mg/kg significantly reduced the post-treatment sliding latency (p<0.05) compared to the pre-treatment value. The total antioxidant capacity, total phenolics and total flavonoids were 42.65±0.16, 44.49±0.15 and 23.61±0.18 mg/100 g of standards equivalent respectively. HNL in a concentration-dependent manner scavenged reactive species in the in-vitro antioxidant tests. Conclusion: The findings in this study showed that HNL possesses anticonvulsant, muscle relaxant and antioxidant activities. This confirms the beneficial property of the extract in the treatment of seizures.
Effects of Academic Examination-Related Stress on Cardiopulmonary and Psychological Parameters among Undergraduate Students of University of Lagos
Authors: Aweto H. A. , Okafor U. A. C. , Wanda U. I.
Published: May 2023

Background: Examination is a routine academic event that may cause stress. Mild stress may be beneficial in cognitive tasks and performance while persistently high stress may negatively affect the cardiopulmonary system and also lead to anxiety and depression, which are definable neuropsychiatric disease entities. Objective: This study investigated the effects of academic examination-related stress on cardiopulmonary and psychological parameters of undergraduate students of the University of Lagos. Subjects and Methods: Four hundred and twelve undergraduate students (180 males and 232 females) of the University of Lagos whose ages ranged from 17 to 27 years participated in this cross sectional analytical survey. They were year 2, 3 and 4 students from the Faculties of Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Law and Social Sciences. Test Anxiety Inventory scale was used to assess the major psychological components of subjects while mercury sphygmomanometer, stethoscope and spirometer were used to measure selected cardiopulmonary parameters. Data were obtained during periods of examination and no examination and were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 17. Results: Paired t-test comparison of the mean scores of the cardiopulmonary parameters in all the subjects between periods of examination and no examination showed significant changes in systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, heart rate, mean arterial pressure, pulse pressure, rate pressure product and respiratory rate (p<0.05). The scores of Test Anxiety Inventory during period of examination were very high in 14.8% subjects and moderately high in 36.2% subjects. Conclusion: Academic examination-related stress significantly affected most of the cardiopulmonary parameters of undergraduate students negatively and brought about high anxiety in over half of them.
Aqueous Leaf Extracts of Selected Vegetables Reduce Blood Pressure and Improve Cardiac Functions in Male Rats with Isoproterenol-Induced Myocardial Infarction
Authors: Salisu T. F. , Oloyo A. K. , Okpuzor J. E. , Jaja S. I.
Published: May 2023

Background: General belief of preventive and beneficial effect of vegetable consumption on cardiovascular diseases requires scientific investigation. Objective: To investigate the effect of five selected vegetables (Basella. alba, Crassocephalum crepidioides, Launaea taraxacifolia, Senecio biafrae and Solanum nigrum) on blood pressure and cardiac functions in isoproterenol-treated myocardial infarction male rats. Materials and Methods: Dried ground leaves (350 g of each vegetable) were extracted at room temperature (26oC) with 3 L of water via maceration. Rats (150-200 g) were randomly divided into 14 groups of 6 rats each. Groups 1 and 8 served as normal and isoproterenol controls respectively, Groups 2 to 6 received 200 mg/kg body weight (b.wt.) of each extract, Groups 9 to 14 were pretreated with each extract (200 mg/kg b.wt.) and then isoproterenol (20 mg/kg b.wt.; subcutaneously) to induce myocardial infarction (days 29 and 30). Group 7 was administered mixture of all the extracts in ratio 1:1:1:1:1, while Group 14 received extracts mixture and isoproterenol. Vegetable extracts were administered for 28 days. Blood pressure (BP) was measured via arterial cannulation under urethane and alpha-chloralose anaesthasia. C-reactive protein (CRP), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), creatine kinase (CK) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) were measured in cardiac puncture-collected blood samples using commercially available kits. Results: Pretreatment of the rats with vegetable extracts significantly reduced (p<0.05) BP and the plasma levels of CRP, LDH, CK, AST in isoproterenol-treated rats. Conclusion: Findings from this study suggest that selected vegetables extract reduced BP and improved cardiac functions in isoproterenol-induced myocardial infarction male rats. Keywords: Basella alba, Crassocephalum crepidioides, Launaea taraxacifolia, Senecio biafrae, Solanum nigrum, blood pressure, C-reactive protein, myocardial infarction.
Implantação de time de terapia intravenosa a partir de pesquisa convergente-assistencial
Authors: Tamagno Schirlei Andreia , Cezar Leal Sandra Maria , Sartori Dal Molim Rossano , Fioravanti  Junior Geferson Antônio , Mortari Ciconet Rosane , Schuantes-Paim Sibele Maria , Treviso Patrícia
Published: May 2023

Objetivo: Implantar um time de terapia intravenosa em um hospital de grande porte. Método: Estudo de abordagem qualitativa realizado a partir de encontros de grupo de convergência, utilizando o referencial metodológico da pesquisa convergente-assistencial. Foram realizadas entrevistas semiestruturadas, a apuração dos dados obtidos por meio da análise de conteúdo e a formação de três categorias, que originaram os assuntos para a capacitação dos profissionais. Resultados: Participaram nove enfermeiros e, após a realização de quatro encontros de capacitação, foi implantado um time de terapia intravenosa e desenvolvido documento norteador para a execução do trabalho. Conclusão: O estudo resultou na implantação do time de terapia intravenosa em um hospital de grande porte a partir da pesquisa desenvolvida e da experiência de trabalho dos enfermeiros que atuam na prática assistencial. O referencial metodológico possibilitou aos enfermeiros serem ouvidos enquanto promotores da ação e implementadores da inovação.
Transient flank bulge after percutaneous nephrolithotomy
Authors: Gadzhiev Nariman , Aloyan Aram , Petrov Alexandr , Gorgotsky Ivan , Shkarupa Andrei
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is considered as the “gold standard” treatment for large (>2 cm) and complex kidney stones. We present a case of transient tone loss of the anterolateral abdominal wall, which is a rare complication after PCNL.

Case Report: A 50-year-old male with a complete staghorn stone of the right kidney underwent standard PCNL in prone position at the 11th intercostal space. On the 6th post-operative day the patient complained on painless bulge in the right flank. Computed tomography (CT) scan in supine position revealed no signs of herniation, retroperitoneal hematoma, or residual fragments. Flank bulge was attributed to the muscle tone loss either because of the 11th intercostal nerve injury by the needle or nerve compression by the Amplatz sheath. Within next six months flank bulge has completely resolved.

Conclusion: Flank bulge after PCNL although rare but possible and transient condition. Nerve injury seems to be the most likely cause.
Spontaneous regression of squamous cell carcinoma of the lung with high PD-L1 expression: A case report and literature review
Authors: Retchford Kelleher , Bettington Catherine , Newman St. John
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. Squamous cell carcinomas (SCC) are responsible for a significant proportion of this burden. Spontaneous remission of cancer is a known phenomenon, albeit a rare event. The exact etiological mechanism(s) are not appreciated, although are largely predicated on the complex interactions between the malignant cells, tumor microenvironment and the immune system.

Case Report: We present the case of an incidentally found, biopsy proven lung SCC with high PD-L1 expression that underwent spontaneous regression (SR) prior to definitive therapy. The patient underwent computed tomography (CT)-guided biopsy of the lesion and coronary artery bypass grafting in the time preceding the tumor regression. The observed regression has been sustained during ongoing follow-up.

Conclusion: There are complex interactions between malignant cells, the tumor microenvironment, and the immune system, with evasion of immune destruction being a well-recognized and studied hallmark of cancer. There are multiple factors that may contribute to immune recognition of cancer and its subsequent regression and cases such as this highlight that there is much yet to elucidate. Further identification of these cases and their molecular characteristics will add to our understanding of the process. In the unknown lies the promise of improving cancer outcomes.
Políticas sociales, género y juventudes: disputas por las posibilidades para nominar, significar y hacer.
Authors: Brunis Lucrecia , Cena Rebeca
Published: May 2023

El presente artículo analiza las políticas sociales con componente educativo y laboral, orientadas a jóvenes en la provincia de Córdoba, Argentina, durante el período 2020- 2021, desde la perspectiva de género. En este caso, el género aparece como categoría de análisis que permite dar cuenta de la complejidad de formas de “ser joven” y así reconocer distintas miradas y perspectivas en torno al mismo. Los resultados arrojan que las políticas sociales aparecen como generizadas e incluyen algunos aspectos de discriminación positiva, pero no adoptan una perspectiva transversal que redistribuya el ejercicio de poder en relación con el género.
Hijas e hijos de inmigrantes: Las denominadas “segundas generaciones” como objeto emergente en el campo de los estudios migratorios en Chile.
Authors: Jaramillo Matías
Published: May 2023

El campo de los estudios migratorios en Chile se ha robustecido a lo largo de las últimas décadas. A su vez, el patrón migratorio se ha ido complejizando y dinamizando, por lo que nuevas temáticas emergen y presionan a las disciplinas a producir nuevos objetos y ampliar las perspectivas. En este marco, este artículo propone desarrollar el objeto de estudios denominado como “las segundas generaciones”, es decir, hijas e hijos de inmigrantes nacidos en el país de recepción de sus madres y padres. Para ello, se configura el campo de los estudios migratorios, se entregan definiciones vinculadas al contexto chileno y se proponen dos condicionantes vinculadas a su socialización en Chile y a la herencia de la condición migratoria.
Jóvenes “sin religión” en Chile: un acercamiento cualitativo
Authors: Baeza Correa Jorge , Imbarack Dagach Patricia
Published: May 2023

En Chile ha crecido el porcentaje de quienes se autodenominan “sin religión”. De aquí que esta identificación ha transitado de ser un contenedor residual (lo inclasificable en respuestas preconcebidas), a ser una categoría fundamental para entender lo que se vive en este campo. A través de entrevistas y talleres de validación con los mismos entrevistados, se concluye que ser “sin religión” encierra en la juventud una diversidad de cambios que relevan la búsqueda de libertad, el desapego a las instituciones y la concepción de una espiritualidad como algo mayor que la religión
Beyond school physical education: pedagogical mediation and the teaching and learning process
Authors: Barreiro Fernanda Barreto , Leal Débora Araújo
Published: May 2023

This article has the objective of provoking a change of habits both in the view of the school community, as well as of students, teachers and professionals in the area of physical education, through the use of the various tools that school physical education has that can improve learning, and many times are not used for the formation of the individual. The methodology adopted a social, qualitative and quantitative research approach, in which research is part of the researcher's life, and this as a transforming agent of his/her reality. A survey was carried out with students and teachers of a municipal school, in the city of Lauro de Freitas, in the neighborhood of Itinga, a school with a very high level of aggressiveness in which drug trafficking is active, therefore it urgently needs sport as an agent. transformer of the current reality of this needy community. Data analysis came about through questionnaires applied during physical education classes, the results being faithful to the questions asked, obeying and respecting the anonymity of each one who so wished.
Inclusive Education, a process of empathy and cooperation: obstacles to accessibility in school life and in pedagogical practice
Authors: De Souza Telma Maria , Leal Débora Araújo
Published: May 2023

This article deals with Inclusive Education, the subject of current debates in education, in recent years, provoked by various segments of organized civil society, seeking to qualify the debate, in favor of an inclusive and quality proposal, therefore accessible. In this sense, the investigation was aimed at analyzing how Inclusive Education is understood, as well as highlighting the existing conflict and pointing out positive alternatives that facilitate an inclusive attitude and pedagogical practice in a public school in Bahia. In this way, bibliographical and field research took place on the light of the inductive scientific method in the qualitative methodology. It was concluded after analyzing the data that the lack of continuing education in the specific area of inclusive education, the lack of structural and environmental conditions, lack of didactic material and methodology are some of the obstacles that hinder the inclusion of many students.
The importance of schooling for minors deprived of liberty in the Juiz de Melo Matos Socioeducational House
Authors: Amorim José Guilherme Rodrigues , Leal Débora Araújo
Published: May 2023

This article aims to prove how Schooling is a powerful tool and a transforming agent in the life of each adolescent in conflict with the law who are under socio-educational measure at CASE-Casa de Assistência Socioeducativo Juiz Melo Matos, because through knowledge the students can be socially restored by acquiring, in fact, freedom through Education, whose reflection is demonstrated through resocialization and fulfillment of citizenship through their rights and duties. The bibliographic procedure was adopted referring to the subject under study in books, internet, magazines, etc. The field study was carried out through data collection carried out with the faculty, CASE measurement educators and the students of the aforementioned units. Through this study it was possible to prove the importance of Education as a mechanism of social reintegration and its reflection in the family, in society and in the psychological development for new opportunities in the professional field and motivators of Education.