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ANALISIS SENTIMEN TANGGAPAN MASYARAKAT INDONESIA TENTANG KENAIKAN BBM MENGGUNAKAN METODE ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK
Authors: Najiyah Ina
Published: May 2024

Indonesia diramaikan dengan keputusan pemerintah mengenai kenaikan BBM pada September 2020, hal tersebut mengundang banyak tanggapan dari masyarakat Indonesia dengan berbagai macam tanggapan khususnya pada platform social media twitter. Sebagian masyarakat mendukung kenaikan tersebut dengan alasan agar Indonesia dapat segera membereskan keperluan negara tentang administrasi ke negara luar, tetapi tidak sedikit masyarakat yang protes dengan adanya hal tersebut karena dianggap tidak memperhatikan perekonomian masyarakat yang sedang tidak baik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah melakukan analisis sentiment untuk mengetahui tanggapan masyarakat Indonesia mengenai kenaikan BBM apakah bernada positif, negative atau netral. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah metode Artificial Neural Network dimana metode ini sudah banyak digunakan dalam proses klasifikasi data text dan menghasilkan akurasi yang tinggi. Dataset yang digunakan yaitu tanggapan masyarakat dari platform twitter yang diambil dengan cara crawling data dan berjumlah 1.210 dataset dengan 2 atribut yaitu id dan isi twitter. Hasil dari penelitian yaitu performa metode ANN mencapai 83.4% akurasi.
El yoga como terapia alternativa para pacientes con lumbalgia crónica
Authors: Alvarez Augusto
Published: May 2024

El dolor lumbar crónico es un problema frecuente que afecta la calidad de vida de muchos pacientes y representa un desafío para los sistemas de salud. Ante la búsqueda de alternativas para aliviar el dolor, el yoga ha surgido como una opción prometedora. A partir de un caso clínico real, el autor de este artículo realiza una búsqueda bibliográfica y sintetiza la mejor evidencia disponible sobre la efectividad del yoga para reducir el dolor en pacientes con lumbalgia crónica. Finalmente, concluye que, si bien podría ser beneficioso, aún persiste incertidumbre y se necesitan más estudios para determinar si este es superior a otros tipos de ejercicio físico centrados en el espalda.
The Unlocking Natra Bintan's Brand Image: The Power of SEO in Digital Marketing
Authors: Aufa Firza , Ferdian Feri
Published: May 2024

Brand image reflects a person's beliefs, ideas, and impressions of an entity. This includes impressions, impressions, and feelings that the public has towards certain companies, objects, individuals, or institutions. The primary objective of this research was to investigate the correlation between digital marketing strategies utilizing search engine optimization (SEO) and the brand image of Natra Bintan. This study employed a quantitative methodology with a causal associative approach. A total of 267 respondents were surveyed using a Likert scale, with the majority falling within the age range of 21 to 45 years old. The data was analyzed using Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling. The results of the study show that F counts with sig. 0,000 <0,05, then digital marketing through SEO variable has a significant influence on brand image. Next, R Square is 0.545. This means that digital marketing through SEO affects brand image by 54.5% .This study found that digital marketing through search engine optimization (SEO) is an important factor in increasing brand image Natra Bintan.
The Effect of Promotion Through Social Media TikTok on Interest in Staying at Pangeran Beach Hotel Padang
Authors: Afdhal Zikri Muhammad
Published: May 2024

Technological progress and breakthroughs are evident across various facets of human existence, with the swift development of the internet captivating global attention and integrating seamlessly into the fabric of modern daily life. and as many as 160 million people use social media this is the basis for a promising market for social media industry players, such as the tik tok application. The Tik Tok application in the 2023 year is the 1 of 4 most used social media platform in Indonesia, because people in Indonesia must know this application and some become its users. TikTok users range from children, adolescents, to adults. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of promotion through social media TikTok on interest in staying at Pangeran Beach Hotel Padang. The study used a quantitative with a causal associative approach. The data was obtained by distributing questionnaires online through TikTok users  who follow akun TikTok Pangeran Beach Hotel Padang. So that as many as 240 people were obtained, with a Likert scale. The data analysis technique used the Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling. The results found promotion through social media influenced TikTok account user intereset in Staying at Pangeran Beach Hotel Padang. This study concluded that when promoting using TikTok social media with clear and easy to understand context and meaning, customers increase their desire to stay at that place.
Asociacionismo, participación y desarrollo comunitario durante la pandemia. Un estudio en la ciudad de Oporto
Authors: Lorenzo-Campos Aida , Caballo-Villar Belén
Published: May 2024

Este artículo presenta los principales resultados de un estudio comparativo sobre la realidad asociativa y de participación de Oporto (Portugal), antes y después de la pandemia. Es una investigación cualitativa longitudinal que inicia en 2018, con el análisis de la labor socio comunitaria de cinco entidades. En 2022 se desarrolla la segunda fase, con el objetivo de comprender en qué medida la pandemia pudo motivar cambios en sus dinámicas asociativas. Se realizaron entrevistas semiestructuradas a informantes clave y se analizó la información en base a tópicos. Las principales conclusiones apuntan a una necesidad urgente de adaptación, que continúa en este nuevo escenario social. Los cambios más importantes afectan a la metodología de trabajo y las mayores dificultades son económicas, así como, la reducción de recursos humanos. También se reconocen beneficios derivados de la pandemia, como nuevas oportunidades vinculadas al uso de internet y un incremento en la participación.
Validation of the Online Learning Readiness Scale (OLRS) in the Context of Pakistan
Authors: Akhtar Samina , Kirmani Nighat Sana , Siraj Darakhshan
Published: May 2024

The primary objective of the research study was to validate the Online Learning Readiness Scale (OLRS) in the specific context of Pakistan. A method of quantitative inquiry was adopted to administer and validate the instrument on a sample of 368 students from higher education institutions in south Punjab, Pakistan. For the purpose of to validate it, the confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was specifically conducted utilizing AMOS (Analysis of Moment Structures). The research results indicated that the model was found as being suitable in Pakistan, and no aspect was omitted from the model in question. Further, all the calculated values of model fit indices in accordance with the results were in acceptable limits. The scale revealed acceptable composite reliability and construct validity. The study has the potential to support institutions in tailoring their online learning programs in order to better satisfy the needs of their students, ultimately resulting in higher student achievement in online courses.
TECHNOLOGICAL SOVEREIGNTY AND DIFFUSION OF TECHNOLOGIES
Authors: Krupnov Yu.A. , Silvestrov S.N.
Published: May 2024

The problem of reducing technological dependence is considered based on the use of the effect of technology diffusion. Under sanctions, this is one of the important areas of reducing the dependence of the economy. The analysis and prioritization of methods for borrowing technologies is carried out and the role of direct investment in combination with the localization of foreign production is shown. The directions for the most complete use of the effect of technology diffusion are substantiated. The stability and longevity of diffusion processes must be ensured by increasing the level of localization of high-tech foreign production. It is concluded that the further dynamics of technological development and the possibility of achieving a higher level of sovereignty depend on the ability of government and corporate governance bodies to adapt to the rapidly changing conditions of the global economy.
Role of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio in diagnosing neonatal sepsis
Authors: Hasibuan Beby S. , Dasatjipta Guslihan , Lubis Bugis M. , Sanny Sanny
Published: May 2024

Clinical manifestations of neonatal sepsis are often unspecified. Therefore, sepsis biomarkers could be used to support diagnosis while waiting for blood culture results, such as the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR). The aim of this study was to evaluate the role of NLR and PLR as diagnostic markers in neonatal sepsis. A cross-sectional study was conducted at Haji Adam Malik General Hospital, Medan, Indonesia, from April to October 2019. This study included neonates aged less than 28 days, diagnosed with suspected sepsis, and had no previous history of antibiotics administration. Patients underwent clinical assessment, laboratory examination, and blood culture. Patients were grouped into sepsis and non-sepsis based on the blood culture results. The median hematological examination and the range of NLR and PLR in both the sepsis and non-sepsis groups were subjected to analysis using the Mann-Whitney U test to assess differences. NLR and PLR optimal cut-off values were determined using a receiver operator curve (ROC) with a confidence interval of 95%. A total of 137 neonates were enrolled, of which 49 were classified as sepsis and 89 as non-sepsis based on blood culture results. The optimal cutoff values for NLR and PLR were 2.75 and 11.73. Using those cutoff values, NLR and PLR could predict neonatal sepsis with sensitivities of 52.1% and 47.9%, specificities of 50.6% and 47.2%, area under the curve (AUC) of 0.46 and 0.47, with p=0.525 and p=0.662, respectively. Further investigation is warranted to refine the NLR and PLR utility and enhance diagnostic accuracy in clinical practices.
Insulin resistance and secretion change after 3 years follow-up and the risk for developing diabetes in non-diabetic adults
Authors:   Department of Endocrinology, Qingdao Endocrine and Diabetes Hospital and Institute, Hefei Road 760, 266051, Qingdao, China, Gao Weiguo
Published: May 2024

Purpose : To determine 3-years natural change of insulin resistance and secretion in non-diabetic Chinese adults and corresponding risk for developing diabetes. Methods : Population-based cohort study was performed in Chinese adults (35-74 years) from 2009 to 2015. Fasting plasma glucose and serum insulin was determined in 1882 subjects (701 men) at baseline and re-tested in 1087 (377 men). Insulin resistance was estimated with HOMA insulin resistance index (HOMA-IR) and insulin secretion with HOMA insulin secretion index (HOMA-IS). The change of HOMA-IR and HOMA-IS was calculated as: the value at follow-up minus that at baseline
Investigation of the Relationship Between Dysmenorrhea, Birth Beliefs and Fear of Childbirth in Nursing Faculty Students
Authors: Ahsun Selin , Kazankaya Figen , Ertem Gül , Göl Buse , Sözüer İlayda Elif
Published: May 2024

AIM: To determine the relationship between the dysmenorrhea status of nursing faculty students and their birth beliefs about their planned pregnancies and their fears of birth.
METHOD: The universe of the research consisted of all female students studying in the faculty of nursing in the 2020-2021 academic year between March-April 2021. No sample selection was made in the study, and a total of 521 female students were reached during the study.
RESULTS: The mean age of the students participating in the study was 21.12±1.69 and it was determined that 87.7% of them had dysmenorrhea and the mean VAS score was 6.58±1.94. When the total scores of the students from the scales are examined; The mean FEDS functional sub-dimension score was 24.31±8.21, the emotional sub-dimension mean score was 19.53±8.64, and the total scale mean score was 43.84±16.03. The mean score of the natural process sub-dimension of BBS was 19.20±5.45 and the mean score of the medical process sub-dimension was 20.94±4.82. On the other hand, the mean score of FPF-PFBS was calculated as 41.64±13.34.
CONCLUSION: This study emphasizes that students with dysmenorrhea in nursing faculty perceive birth as a medical process and their fear of birth before pregnancy is high.
Investigation of the Relationship Between Psychological Well-Being and Problem Solving Skills of Faculty of Health Sciences Students
Authors: Elmalı Şimşek Hülya , Demir Asma Pınar
Published: May 2024

Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the psychological well-being of health sciences students; their problem-solving skills and to examine the relationship between them.
Methods: The research was carried out in descriptive cross-sectional design. The population of the research consists of students studying in the field of health sciences at two foundation universities in Turkey. 'Descriptive Information Form', 'Psychological Well-Being Scale (PWBS)' and 'Problem Solving Inventory (PSI)' were used to collect data. The data were analyzed in SPSS program.
Results: The students' PSI total score average was 100.4±17.22; PSI sub-dimension total score averages were determined as 'Personal Control' 15.89 ±3.92, 'Problem Solving Confidence' 29.40±8.13 and 'Approach Avoidance Style' 44.97±9.73. The mean total score of PWBS was found to be 42.7±8.54.
Conclusion: In line with the results obtained, it was found that there was a significant relationship between psychological well-being and problem-solving skills, and that as students' psychological well-being increased wtih their problem-solving skills. Consistent with these findings, it was concluded that problem solving sub-dimensions, psychological well-being and total problem solving score were positively related. Psychological well-being and problem solving skills are directly related to each other and affect each other.
Les recherches expérimentales avec des pseudo-mots : une revue des corrélations phonosymboliques
Authors:   Centre Pluridisciplinaire Textes et Cultures, Boudier Fanny
Published: May 2024

Récemment, le milieu scientifique a pu observer un renouveau de l’intérêt pour la recherche sur le symbolisme phonétique. Malgré cet essor considérable, les contenus de ces travaux, principalement en anglais, sont encore assez méconnus dans le paysage français. Cet article présentera une partie de ces études : les études expérimentales effectuées avec des pseudo-mots pour en présenter les acquis. Nous dresserons ainsi une liste des corrélations phonosymboliques attestées grâce à cette littérature, c’est-à-dire une liste des relations motivées qui existent entre certains traits phono-articulatoires et certains traits sémantiques.
Signe et signe linguistique, du diabole au symbole
Authors:   CNRS - LDI, Paris 13, Bottineau Didier
Published: May 2024

L’étude soumet le signe sémiotique peircien et le signe linguistique saussurien à la question de la phénoménogenèse : elle interroge la manière dont l’action du théoricien produit son objet en fonction de présupposés, de méthodes et d’intentions. En articulant ces deux démarches extrêmes, elle aboutit à l’idée que le signe, dans tous ses états, doit être abordé prioritairement d’un point de vue microgénétique à travers ses réalisations épisodiques matérielles, lesquelles jouent un rôle constituant dans l’expérience émergeant de la pratique du signe dont l’enchaînement définit l’objet. Le cadre théorique de référence sera notamment celui de l’énaction.
Ensino de Língua Inglesa para Alunos com Deficiência Intelectual: Um estudo bibliográfico
Authors: Roberta Coracim Nathály , Freitas Ana Paula de
Published: May 2024

Este estudo teve como objetivo geral investigar como tem ocorrido o ensino de língua inglesa para crianças com deficiência intelectual. Especificamente, a investigação visou: 1) identificar os desafios no ensino de língua inglesa a alunos com deficiência intelectual; 2) conhecer as dificuldades dos professores ao atuar no ensino dessas crianças dentro da sala de aula e durante sua própria formação, e 3) reconhecer como o tema do ensino de línguas para crianças com deficiência tem sido abordado nos cursos de licenciatura em Letras. A metodologia se fundamentou em uma pesquisa qualitativa de cunho bibliográfico. Os bancos de pesquisa consultados foram: banco de dados do Portal de Periódicos da Capes, Google Acadêmico e Scielo.Em consonância com a teoria histórico-cultural, as análises, de cunho explicativo, indicaram que são muitos os desafios para ensinar a língua inglesa para alunos com deficiência, tais como, a busca pelas estratégias e recursos para promover uma aprendizagem que seja significativa para esses alunos e a pouca experiência docente com esse público. O baixo número de pesquisas encontradas nos faz questionar se o tema é de interesse dos pesquisadores ou se crianças com deficiência intelectual não têm tido acesso à língua inglesa, o que geraria poucos estudos com essa abordagem. Os estudos analisados permitem reflexões sobre a busca de caminhos de aprendizagem para todos os alunos, o que implica em políticas públicas efetivas em prol de uma educação verdadeiramente inclusiva.
A study on the prediction of kallistatin levels in the development and progression of pre-eclampsia
Authors:   Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou Guangdong, China., Li Shihua , Zeng Lu ,   Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou Guangdong, China., Chen Mingxiao ,   Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine,The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou Guangdong, China., Geng Wenyan ,   Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine,The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou Guangdong, China., Yin Ping ,   Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou Guangdong, China.
Published: May 2024

Objective: To explore the expression level of kallistatin in plasma of patients with Pre-Eclampsia (PE) and the predictive value of kalistatin and other parameters in before 20 weeks of pregnancy for PE.
Nonlinear Augmented Reality Enabled Smart Water Leakage Identification and Infrastructure Management of Pipeline System
Authors: N. Palanivel
Published: May 2024

A great deal of water could be saved by implementing automatic leak detection all over the world. In developed nations, pipe induced vibrations or sounds are used in acoustic devices for detecting leaks while in developing countries it’s majorly through visible physicality on floors usually resulting to wastage of a lot of water as they are not notified until something goes wrong there. Pipe leaks due to various reasons such as worn-out, natural disasters and improper installation can be rectified with the solution that detects and locates damages within the earliest times possible. A affordable way out would be having an embedded system with flow sensors at several points along the pipeline being used as means of identifying leaking waters at minimum cost. Detected faults could be sent wirelessly to appropriate departments via cloud-based information storage. This concept also involves incorporating AR technology into our designed system since underground sewage systems are not easy to locate in most cases. The AR interface displays the underground sewage pipeline blueprint, allowing users to visualize pipe locations without technical expertise. Moreover, the system identifies leaks and potential pipeline issues within the AR environment, providing real-time insights for prompt resolution. Efficient water resource management is a key global goal due to increasing water demand. Automation in such systems reduces errors, enhances efficiency, and bridges the supply-demand gap.
China’s food security and competitiveness
Authors:   The Northeast Asia Economic Association Of Korea, Wang Nan , Kang Seungho
Published: May 2024

Judging from existing research results such as grain strength and security index, China’s food security capabilities are on the rise. In order to explore the influencing factors of food security, this study investigated the competitiveness of China’s grain sector. As a result of analyzing China’s agriculture-related industries using the agricultural value chain framework, it was confirmed that China is improving the competitiveness of the food industry by cooperating in the front and back sectors of agriculture, similar to developed countries such as the United States. In particular, China is acquiring mature agricultural companies in developed countries and playing a global leadership role in the seed and chemical sectors, thereby improving domestic grain production and expanding the global influence of Chinese agricultural companies. The results show that with the high integration of my country’s grain sector industrial chain, my country’s food security capabilities are also constantly improving, and the improvement of China’s grain industry competitiveness is directly proportional to its food security capabilities.
Exploratory study of nocebo effect in senior medical students
Authors: Pischos Charalampos , Politis Antonios , Sfikakis Petros , Papageorgiou Charalampos
Published: May 2024

Background

Νocebo Effect is known to induce adverse symptoms after negative expectations which can be manifested on a physical and psychological level. As 6th year medical students often face a wide range of clinical challenges and may be prone to negative expectations or beliefs affecting their pre-clinical and clinical success, we want to investigate how they are affected by the Nocebo Effect.

Objective

To investigate whether a nocebo effect can be induced when exposing final-year students to the clinical context of their training.

Methods

We used verbal suggestions as a nocebo mechanism and by using three tools, the Illness Attitude Scales, the Symptom Checklist-90, and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, we examined the difference in scores on measures of psychometric parameters in 33 participants who were on their 6th year medical and attended three clinics for the first time during their education. The administrations were given before and after attending each clinic, and negative verbal suggestions were given prior to the first administration. We also measured whether the overall number of clinics, had an effect on psychometric parameters.

Results

The results revealed a significant increase in second administration overall in the three clinics in specific psychometric parameters but no statistically significant difference was observed after attending consecutive clinics.

Conclusion

Students reported the occurrence of adverse symptoms in the investigated psychometric parameters, which should be noted in order to avoid potential educational clinical failure.
Programa de vinculação de pessoas que vivem com HIV em situação de lost to follow up: relato de experiência
Authors: Damiani Pattrícia da Rosa , Cardozo Marcelo de Oliveira , Rodriguez Maria de Jesus Hernández , Santos Larissa Probst dos , Oliveira Caroline Schweitzer de , Zonta Ronaldo
Published: May 2024

Introdução: O termo “lost to follow up” (LTFU) significa a perda de seguimento, ou seja, ocorre quando uma pessoa que vive com HIV (PVHIV) deixa de tomar o medicamento antirretroviral por mais de 30 dias. Em locais com recursos limitados, essa questão representa um desafio persistente para os programas de tratamento com antirretrovirais, pois a perda de seguimento pode levar a falhas nos tratamentos clínico, imunológico e virológico, além de aumentar a morbimortalidade e a resistência aos medicamentos. Objetivo: Relatar a experiência ao realizar busca ativa e vinculação de pessoas que vivem com HIV em situação de perda de seguimento do tratamento antirretroviral. Métodos: Estudo descritivo do tipo relato de experiência. A iniciativa foi idealizada e organizada pela parceria do “Projeto a Hora é Agora” e a Prefeitura Municipal de Florianópolis. O projeto conta com profissionais da saúde atuando diretamente com o rastreamento, a vinculação e o resgate desses usuários. Resultados: A partir de um levantamento realizado entre abril e julho de 2023, foram identificados 1.185 PVHIV em LTFU no município de Florianópolis, dos quais 469 (40%) iniciaram/reiniciaram o tratamento no mesmo período após abordagem dos linkadores. Além disso, entre os usuários contatados e que relataram os motivos da interrupção do tratamento nos últimos 3 meses, destacaram-se a dificuldade de organização pessoal para tratamento, a falta de tempo para retirar o medicamento, problemas de saúde mental, efeitos adversos da medicação e não aceitação do HIV e/ou crenças-informações negativas sobre HIV. Conclusão: A presente experiência impactou positivamente como uma estratégia para retenção de pacientes, considerando que essa retenção é considerada um indicador crucial para avaliar a eficácia dos programas de terapia antirretroviral (TARV). Abordar a perda de seguimento é fundamental para garantir resultados positivos a longo prazo no controle do HIV/AIDS e melhorar a qualidade da atenção aos pacientes.
Conhecimento, atitudes e práticas em relação ao HIV/AIDS entre graduandos da Universidade Federal de Sergipe
Authors: Amorim Thiago de França , Nascimento Vanessa Alves , Passos Flavia Moreira Dias , Souza Filho Luciano Araujo de , Santos Allan Dantas dos , Pereira Beatriz Santos , Carmo Jean de Jesus do , Lima Shirley Verônica Melo Almeida , Santos Márcio Bezerra , Goes Marco Aurélio de Oliveira
Published: May 2024

A epidemia da infecção HIV/AIDS continua sendo um grave problema de saúde pública em todo o mundo. A Organização das Nações Unidas (ONU) vem discutindo sistematicamente estratégias para o enfrentamento da epidemia, que englobam ações de prevenção, diagnóstico e tratamento, além das questões vinculadas aos direitos humanos, como estigma, preconceito e discriminação. Inquéritos populacionais envolvendo questões sobre conhecimento e práticas em relação ao HIV/AIDS são importantes instrumentos de saúde pública para prevenção primária, secundária e controle dessas doenças. Diante disso, o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar os indicadores referentes ao conhecimento, às atitudes e às práticas de risco sobre HIV/AIDS entre graduandos da Universidade Federal de Sergipe (UFS). A pesquisa foi realizada entre estudantes dos Campi da UFS, por meio do Google Docs. Para tanto, foi utilizado o questionário de Pesquisa de Conhecimentos, Atitudes e Práticas (PCAP). O questionário foi disponibilizado pelo SIGAA da UFS para todos os estudantes. Foram abordadas questões para caracterização social, demográfica e de escolaridade dos sujeitos e para identificar o grau de conhecimento, as atitudes e as práticas relacionados ao HIV/AIDS. Os dados coletados foram tabulados no Microsoft Excel. A comparação entre os grupos e as variáveis analisadas foram feitas pelo teste 967,2. Um total de 713 graduandos participaram da pesquisa, sendo 435 (61,4%) do sexo feminino e 238 (37,9%) do sexo masculino. Além disso, 689 (97%) responderam que concordam que o preservativo é a melhor maneira de prevenção do vírus, 14 (2%) discordam e 7 (1%) não sabem. Quando indagados se uma pessoa pode ser infectada com o HIV compartilhando talheres ou copos, 585 (82,3%) discordam, 60 (8,4%) concordam e 66 (9,3%) não sabem. Mais importante, 387 (54,4%) nunca fizeram teste para HIV na vida e 567 (80%) não fizeram teste nos últimos 12 meses. Este estudo proporcionou a compreensão do real conhecimento dos graduandos da UFS acerca do HIV/AIDS. Além disso, permitiu compreender as atitudes e as práticas de risco nesse grupo. Os resultados da PCAP vêm sendo de grande valor para subsidiar a formulação de políticas públicas para o planejamento e o desenvolvimento de ações efetivas e práticas para o enfrentamento do HIV/AIDS em Sergipe.
Conhecimento de um grupo de estudantes de Medicina acerca de medidas preventivas às infecções sexualmente transmissíveis
Authors: Caldana Narima , Trevisan Anna Luiza Lobo , Oliveira Victoria Rodrigues Teixeira de , Chagas Melissa Santos , Guimarães Ana , Fuzaro Caio Milani , Taveira Raquel Barbosa , Soares Vitor Lopes , Moura Camila Miguel de , Fracon Belkiss Rolim Rodrigues
Published: May 2024

Introdução: Infecções sexualmente transmissíveis (ISTs) são transmitidas, principalmente, por via oral, vaginal e/ou anal por meio de práticas sexuais não seguras, ou seja, sem o uso de preservativo com uma pessoa infectada. As ISTs são consideradas como um dos problemas de saúde pública mais comuns em todo o mundo. Objetivo: Analisar o conhecimento de estudantes de Medicina a cerca de medidas preventivas em relação às ISTs. Métodos: Estudo quantitativo, descritivo e transversal, realizado em 2022 com estudantes da área da saúde. Obtiveram-se 199 respostas de estudantes de Medicina, por meio de um questionário da plataforma Google Forms, estruturado com variáveis de caracterização relacionadas ao assunto de ISTs, práticas sexuais, práticas de prevenção e cuidados com a saúde sexual. Resultados: Dos estudantes entrevistados, apenas 29,1% fazem uso de preservativos durante as relações sexuais; 28,1% conhecem pessoalmente o preservativo feminino ou interno; 52% têm preservativo entre os seus objetos pessoais, nesse momento; 96,9% não utilizam preservativo na prática de sexo oral, que também é via subestimada de entrada de ISTs; 54,2% realizaram sorologias no último ano; 6,1% foram diagnosticados com alguma IST; e 55% fazem uso de lubrificantes durante as relações sexuais, diminuindo o atrito e, consequentemente, o risco de transmissão de ISTs e rotura de preservativos. Dado notável foi de que 9,54% dos estudantes entrevistados tiveram o preservativo retirado durante a relação sexual sem seu consentimento, o que configura ação digna de penalização judicial. Conclusão: Apesar do maior conhecimento sobre as ISTs em relação à população leiga, a utilização de preservativo está muito aquém do esperado, principalmente na prática de sexo oral. O reforço da importância de testagem periódica e o uso de preservativos durante todo contato sexual são essenciais aos estudantes em todas as fases da graduação e à população em geral.
TelePrEP, implementação de serviço de teleconsulta de profilaxia pré-exposição ao HIV na cidade de Curitiba, Paraná, por meio do serviço Saúde Já Curitiba: relato de experiência
Authors: Auerbach Patrick , Venancio Dirlene Pacheco , Kruppa Mariele , Rosso Liza Regina Bueno , Silva Jonas Souza da , Pereira Romulo , Hencke Juliana Mrcon , Quadros Flavia Celene , Cordeiro Hellen Karine Oliveira
Published: May 2024

Relato de experiência sobre o processo de criação, organização e implementação do serviço de TelePrEP, por meio da Central Saúde Já, na cidade de Curitiba, Paraná. O serviço refere-se à modalidade de teleconsulta médica e de enfermagem para o acompanhamento de usuários em uso de profilaxia pré-exposição (PrEP) ao HIV. Nesse serviço são realizados a análise de exames, as teleconsultas, as orientações, os encaminhamentos e a emissão de receitas, sendo o processo embasado em protocolos do Ministério da Saúde, garantindo o registro das informações por meio de prontuário eletrônico. O serviço foi iniciado em 22 de outubro de 2022, servindo como mais uma alternativa ao acompanhamento e oferta da PrEP aos usuários da cidade. Estão descritos o processo de criação, organização de recursos, formulação de protocolos, dificuldades e alternativas propostas para adequar a rotina de atendimento às necessidades dos usuários. Até 31 de maio de 2023, o serviço já mantinha 477 pacientes em acompanhamento de PreP, além de disponibilizar o canal para oferta de PrEP inicial e de servir de canal de orientações, tendo como perspectiva servir de referência nacional nesse modelo de assistência.
CTA ITINERANTE: uma estratégia para melhoria do acesso às testagens rápidas
Authors: Lobo Milena Ribeiro de Moura , Silva Tatiana Maria da , Andrade Izabela Queiroz Maranhão de , Silva Marcia Cavalcanti da
Published: May 2024

A infecção pelo Vírus da Imunodeficiência Humana (HIV) é considerada atualmente um problema de saúde pública mundial. Estima-se que, somente no Brasil, mais de 1 milhão de pessoas vivam com HIV, tendo sido diagnosticados mais de 16.000 novos casos em 2022. O diagnóstico precoce constitui uma das estratégias para o controle das infecções sexualmente transmissíveis (ISTs) em todo o país. A realização dos testes rápidos para detecção das principais ISTs acontecem nos Centros de Testagens e Aconselhamento (CTA). Objetivando a ampliação do acesso às testagens diagnósticas com foco às populações de alto risco de infecção, populações-chave, compreendidas como homens que fazem sexo com homens (HSH), usuários de álcool e drogas, pessoas privadas de liberdade, trabalhadores do sexo e pessoas trans, o município do Paulista tem uma unidade móvel de testagens, o CTA ITINERANTE. Assim, o presente estudo teve como objetivo realizar o levantamento de dados do CTA ITINERANTE no diagnóstico precoce de HIV, sífilis e hepatites B e C nas populações-chave. Este estudo caracteriza-se como um estudo quantitativo, por meio do uso das fichas SIREX, durante o período de julho de 2022 a julho de 2023. Foram realizadas 27 ações, abrangendo 893 usuários. Destes, 99 são integrantes das populações-chave, sendo 11 (1,23%) homossexuais do sexo masculino, 46 (5,15%) usuários de drogas ilícitas, sete (0,78%) transexuais, 28 (3,13%) HSH e sete (0,78%) profissionais do sexo. Dos 893 usuários, 89 apresentaram resultado reagente para sífilis, oito para HIV, quatro para hepatite B e quatro para hepatite C. Entre as populações-chave, oito usuários receberam resultados reagentes para sífilis. Não houve resultados reagentes para as demais ISTs. Os resultados obtidos sugerem a necessidade de realização de intervenções conjuntas entre CTA e coordenação de políticas estratégicas, a fim de estimular e facilitar o acesso das populações-chave ao serviço, e, consequentemente, ao diagnóstico e ao tratamento.
EXAMINING FOREGROUNDING AS A STRATEGY FOR IDENTITY MAINTENANCE THROUGH STYLISTIC ANALYSIS OF AFRO-AMERICAN POETRY
Authors: Basit Abdul , Hussain Muhammad Sabboor , Abbas Akhtar
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the use of foregrounding that involves deviation and parallelism as a strategy to maintain the identity and disclose racial discrimination in poetry of Langston Hughes, a famous twentieth-century Afro-American poet during Harlem Renaissance. By adopting qualitative approach, researchers selected three different poems from three different volumes of Hughes’s poetry by adopting random sampling technique and analyzed them by applying theory of foregrounding presented by Leech (1969). The foregrounding, a stylistic device emphasizing certain linguistic features to create emphasis or deviation from normative language patterns, serves as means for the poets to reclaim agency and articulate their unique experiences, histories, and perspectives. Researchers found that Hughes’s poetry presents many foregrounded features on different levels, i.e., phonological, graphological, grammatical and semantic. The findings show that these foregrounded features upon different linguistic levels help the poet to maintain his identity and disclose racial discrimination. Therefore, these foregrounding features also help the poet revolt against the racial discrimination.
INVESTIGATING COMMUNICATION CHALLENGES IN ONLINE EDUCATION AT HIGHER EDUCATION IN PUNJAB
Authors: Ali Shafqat , Malhi Muhammad Aqeel , Qamar Abdul Hameed
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the communication challenges faced by teachers in online education at higher education level in Punjab. It was a quantitative study with descriptive survey design. Data were collected through a survey from 75 conveniently selected teachers across colleges & institutions using a self-developed five-point rating scale. The findings reveal that significant proportion of teachers experienced high levels of social isolation (32.3%), weak interaction with students (41.9%), lack of student motivation (47.3%), and difficulties in conceptual learning (57%) and assessment (63.4%). Also, the analysis showed differences based upon gender, location (urban/rural), and IT skills. The study underlines the difficulties faced in online teaching, emphasizing the need for directed interventions to increase teachers' digital pedagogy, develop meaningful student engagement and adopt assessment-related issues. It highlights importance of implementing a hybrid teaching-learning approach by associated online classes with traditional methods to moderate the identified challenges. It is recommended to focus on teachers’ digital pedagogy, technological proficiency, as well as strategies to develop students’ engagement.
THE FEMINISM AND ACTIVISTS’ PLETHORA IN CONTEMPORARY ERA: AN ANALYSIS IN PAKISTAN’S CONTEXT
Authors: Kaifa Unzur , Yaseen Zahid , Muzaffar Muhammad
Published: May 2024

This study examined the impacts of feminism on challenging and combating anti-woman ideologies and practices in contemporary society. Objective of this study is to explore implications of the anti-feminist shift within modern feminist trends. The women were restricted to their domiciles throughout Western civilization; neither were they allowed to possess property, pursue education, or engage in public life in medieval Europe. Women were denied the ability to vote, to pursue higher education, and to enter the workforce. The development of this study involved a quantitative base and survey was constructed for population aged 15 and above. Sample of 384 respondents using Cochran formula was obtained, specifically graduate & postgraduate students & faculty members. To produce feminist attitude, measure Likert-type scale was designed. The results were contained with reliability of .784. This study indorses evaluating interdisciplinary ideology of anti-feminism. Recognize its shifting nature while in view of regional and national specifics and global trends. The threat that anti-feminist speech and practices pose to the women’s rights worldwide should be recognized by governments and authorities.
Art education as a culture ambassador of Ukraine’s formation space
Authors: Kuznietsova Inna , Zubavina Iryna , Bezghin Oleksii , Volkov Serhii , Kostyantyn Kostyantyn
Published: May 2024

In the context of Russia’s current war against Ukraine, the need for the European world to disseminate systematic knowledge about the culture and art of Ukraine, which for a long time has been considered by Europeans exclusively in the context of the culture of the aggressor country, is becoming more urgent. Thus, it is crucial to distinguish Ukrainian culture/mentality and restore and strengthen Ukraine’s positive image on the world stage, in particular, by promoting the identity of Ukrainian culture. The purpose of the research is to identify and substantiate the priorities of personal and professional development of a socially responsible subject of cultural and artistic diplomacy in Ukraine, based on the value of national art education, which can reveal/form humanity in a person. The study used the methods of analysis, synthesis, deduction, comparison, and abstraction. The scientific value of the research results lies in an updated understanding of the professional formation of the subject of cultural diplomacy – a cultural ambassador who meets the needs of the modern world community for a new vision and new motivation for the system of training artistic and creative personnel. First of all, a trinity of such basic directions as developing a case of new knowledge that will determine the creative potential of art education in the processes of democratisation of Ukrainian society; justifying the feasibility of creating strategies of dialogue through respect for the Other; refuting the arguments introduced by authoritarian systems that tend to produce hybrid war hysteria. The study reveals the importance of training artists as cultural ambassadors to establish the true significance of Ukraine’s culture at the international level and identifies ways to improve the image of the state through the implementation of effective art education. The conclusions of the study will be useful for scholars in an in-depth study of the concept of “cultural diplomacy”, as well as for politicians and cultural critics in choosing approaches to restoring a positive emotional colouring of the image of Ukraine in the world public consciousness through Ukrainian culture and art.
Clinical Characteristics of Hypospadias and Its Association with Very Low Birth Weight Infants with Small for Gestational Age
Authors: Kim Seon Nyo , Kim Seung Hyun , Kim Chan , Kim Hanna , Hwang Jieun , Yang Misun , Ahn So Yoon , Sung Se In , Chang Yun Sil , Kim Hyeseon
Published: May 2024

Purpose: To investigate the risk factors associated with hypospadias in very low birth weight (VLBW) infants (VLBWIs).Methods: We retrospectively analyzed 729 infants born at ≥24 weeks of gestational age and weighing <1,500 g from January 2012 to December 2022. We assessed the prevalence of hypospadias by birth weight percentiles and also compared the demographics and placental histopathology of the infants with hypospadias (n=52) and those without hypospadias (n=677).Results: Of the 729 patients analysed, hypospadias was recorded in 26 (20.3%), 14 (26.9%), and 12 (2.5%) infants in the <3rd, ≥3rd–<10th, and ≥10th–<90th percentiles, respectively. Of all of the patients with hypospadias, 50% had birth weights <3rd percentile (p<0.001). The hypospadias group demonstrated a longer mean gestational age (30.1 weeks vs. 27.9 weeks, p<0.001), lower incidence of maternal pregnancy-induced hypertension (48.1% vs. 17.3%, p<0.001), lower incidence of premature rupture of membrane (11.5% vs. 27.1%, p=0.013), lower acute chorioamniotic maternal response (9.1% vs. 35.2%, p<0.001), and higher maternal underperfusion (95.5% vs. 71.9%, p<0.001).Conclusion: The frequency of hypospadias was found to be the highest among VBLWIs <3rd percentile, who were severely small for their gestational age (SGA). Additionally, the incidence increased with a decreasing birth weight. Physical examination is necessary at birth for VLBWIs classified as SGA. Moreover, the data on the incidence of hypospadias among VLBWIs in neonatal intensive care units can assist in tracking counseling from the prenatal to the postnatal period for patients born <3rd percentile.
Quality Improvement Project to Reduce Admission Hypothermia of Preterm Infants Born at Less than 32 Weeks or 1,500 g
Authors: Kim Hanna , Hwang Jieun , Kim Chan , Kim Seung Hyun , Yang Misun , Ahn So Yoon , Sung Se In , Chang Yun Sil
Published: May 2024

Purpose: Hypothermia upon admission to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) contributes significantly to various neonatal complications, particularly in preterm infants. This study aimed to assess the impact of quality improvement (QI) interventions, including using plastic bags and head caps, and adjusting delivery room temperatures, on improving the admission body temperature and reducing hypothermia in infants born at less than 32 weeks or weighing 1,500 g.Methods: This study retrospectively analyzed the medical records of infants born at less than 32 weeks or weighing 1,500 g who admitted to the NICU at Samsung Medical Center from January 2022 to February 2024. The QI program that was initiated in April 2023 focused on managing admission temperatures using plastic bags and head caps, and maintaining delivery room temperatures at ≥25 °C. The admission temperature and short-term outcomes pre- and post-QI were compared.Results: In a study of 270 patients, implementing QI initiatives significantly raised the admission temperature from 36.2±0.5 to 36.4±0.4 °C (p<0.01), particularly impacting infants weighing ≥1,000 g, in whom mild hypothermia occurrences dropped from 76.3% to 43.9% (p<0.01). This improvement in temperature management significantly decreased both mild and severe hypothermia rates post-QI. Additionally, implementing all three initiatives was more effective than when two or fewer initiatives were implemented.Conclusion: Simple and cost-effective QI interventions can increase admission temperatures and decrease hypothermia in neonates. Further research is essential to explore the long-term outcomes and develop effective hypothermia management strategies in neonatal care.
PREFORMULATION STUDIES AND PROSPECTIVE VALIDATION OF UV-SPECTROPHOTOMETRIC METHOD OF AMOXICILLIN TRIHYDRATE
Authors:   Department of Pharmaceutics, Gurugram Global College of Pharmacy, Farrukh Nagar– 122 506, Haryana, India, Lakhera Prarthna , Narwal Sonia , Tuteja Minkal
Published: May 2024

The current study was embarked upon to evaluate and assess the physicochemical characteristics of amoxicillin trihydrate. The determination and validation of UV-spectrophotometric for amoxicillin trihydrate was included in the study. The different physical characteristics used in preformulation, including solubility, FTIR, loss on drying, melting point, pH, flow qualities, moisture content and partition coefficient, were carefully evaluated and scrutinized. The proposed methods of analysis for amoxicillin trihydrate provide a simple, accurate, and reliable way of analyzing salivary fluid in a simulated buffer solution (pH 6.8) employing a UV spectrophotometer. The UV spectrophotometric method for amoxicillin trihydrate was developed and validated in salivary fluid simulated at pH 6.8. The intraday and interday RSD values both being less than 2 demonstrated that the method is accurate. The recovery study of drug obtained implies the robustness and durability of the method
FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF Β-SITOSTEROL LOADED NIOSOMES FOR ENHANCED ANTIDIABETIC ACTIVITY: A POTENTIAL ALTERNATIVE IN TYPE 2 DIABETES MANAGEMENT
Authors:   Department of Pharmaceutics, Moradabad Educational Trust Group of Institutions, Faculty of Pharmacy, MIT Campus, Moradabad-244 001, Uttar Pradesh, India, Tiwari Priya , Srivastava Rajat
Published: May 2024

Niosomes, vesicles formed by non-ionic surfactants, offer advantages in drug delivery by enhancing solubilization and encapsulating both lipophilic and hydrophilic drugs. This study focuses on β-sitosterol-loaded niosomes designed to protect its anti-diabetic properties. Formulated with Span™ 60, Span™ 80 and cholesterol, the niosomes showed high entrapment efficiency (90%) and favorable release kinetics. Stability studies confirmed their robustness in various conditions. In vivo experiments demonstrated significant improvements in body weight and blood glucose levels in diabetic rats. The optimized formulation (NF8) exhibited controlled release and substantial antidiabetic activity, suggesting its potential as an effective treatment for type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Physical training strategies for youngsters aged 6-7 years participating in football
Authors: Stembridge David
Published: May 2024

The  purpose  of  the study. Development and theoretical substantiation of methods of physical training for children aged 6–7 years playing football at the sports and recreational stage.
Materials and methods. The study included a cohort of 12 children, aged 6-7 years, who were participants in the sports and leisure program of the Regional Institution of Educational Institution Belarusian State. The content and sequencing of physical training for children aged 6-7 years in football were determined based on data acquired from pedagogical testing in a sports and recreation group.
Results. three motor readiness indicators, one physical readiness indicator, and two special motor readiness indicators all showed significant variability (ranging from 54 to 200%). Out of 171 potential interspecies links, the correlation analysis of the abilities of children aged 6 to 7 showed 18 connections.
Conclusions. The physical training regimen for children aged 6-7 who play football is designed based on the specific characteristics of their age and unique development of motor, physical, and specialized motor skills ready. The physical training program at the sports and health stage consists of three modules that focus on addressing the issues related to developing fundamental movements, improving lagging physical and special motor qualities, and subsequently enhancing leading physical and special motor qualities.