bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Psychoeducational training for healthcare workers psychoeducational training for reducing the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare workers
Authors: Boiko Dmytro , Mats Oksana , Zhyvotovska Liliia , Herasymenko Larysa , Skrypnikov Andrii
Published: January 2024

Introduction. Healthcare workers are increasingly exposed to long-term traumatic events in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods. We conducted a study that included 100 healthcare workers and 50 healthy individuals. We used the Perceived Stress Scale, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and Global Patient Impression for Improvement in the assessment of the psychological condition of respondents. To improve the psychoemotional state of health care workers, we proposed a program of psychoeducational training that was conducted at the workplace. After it, we reassessed the level of perceived stress, anxiety, and depression. Results. During the COVID-19 pandemic, in healthcare workers, the level of stress and anxiety was higher than in non-medical specialties, and the level of depression was not significantly different. The reduction of stress and anxiety was found. The subjective assessment of the improvement of the general condition indicates its positive dynamics after the psychoeducational training in both doctors and nurses. Conclusion. We showed the effectiveness of the proposed psychoeducational methodology for improving the psychoemotional condition of healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sexual behavior and the prevalence of cervical cancer screening use in the Šumadija district
Authors: Simić Vera , Mihailović Nataša , Radovanović Snežana , Kocić Sanja , Radević Svetlana , Simić-Vukomanović Ivana
Published: January 2024

Introduction/Aim. Reproductive health and cervical cancer screeaning are public health priorities. The aim of the study was to asses the sexual behavior and prevalence of cervical cancer screening use in the Šumadija District, Serbia. Methods. The research was conducted as a cross-sectional study. The study population consisted of 510 females aged 18 -49 years, living on the territory of the Šumadija District. An anonymous standardised questionnaire was used as a research tool based on the research protocol entitled "The World Health organization, STEPwise Approach to Noncommunicable Disease Risk Factor Surveillance (STEPS)". Results. During the first sexual intercourse, 60.1% of the surveyed population used some of the contraceptives, whereas during the last sexual intercourse, 72.5% of the female respondents reported not having used any of these. Out of the total number of female respondents, every fifth respondent reported not having had a single Pap smear in her lifetime performed (22.8%), i. e. 85.0% of the female respondents aged 19 -29 years (p < 0.001), every third female respondent who had completed elementary school (28.4%) p = 0.009, and every third respondent who was not married (33.3%) (p = 0.01). Conclusion. All the activities should be directed towards increasing the levels of accessibility and availability of the institutions and cervical cancer screening services provided there. In addition, resource capacities should be enhanced as well (medical staff, rooms, equipment).
Clinical and dermoscopic features of lentigo maligna
Authors: Tiodorović Danica , Popović Danijela , Cekić Slađana , Radić Milica , Popović Aleksandar , Vidović Nataša , Jović Andrija
Published: January 2024

Introduction/Aim. Lentigo maligna (LM) represents an in situ melanoma that develops on chronically photo-damaged skin. Clinical diagnosis of LM is often difficult, even for experienced dermatologists. The aim of the study was to analyze the clinical and dermoscopic features of patients with pathohistologically verified lentigo maligna (LM) and to determine a possible influence of anatomical topography, age and gender in the dermoscopic features of LM. Patients and methods. This retrospective study included 32 patients with 32 LM changes in total, diagnosed between 2017 and 2020. Clinical data recorded from each patient included the following: demographic features (age, gender), anatomic localization (facial or extrafacial) and clinical size (< 10 mm or > 10 mm). Facial area was subdivided into eight topographical sites, while extrafacial localization involved any location outside the face region. All dermoscopic images were analyzed for the presence of dermoscopic features previously described as LM. Results. In the total of 32 patients, there were 19 males and 13 females. The patients' age ranged from 34 to 80 years (median age 60.1 ± 10.4 years). Significant female predominance was observed for localization on the cheeks (p = 0.018). Localization on the nose was significantly associated with patients older than 65 (p = 0.039). The most frequent dermoscopic features were asymmetric pigmented follicular openings in 23 (71.9%) cases, gray color in 22 (68.8%) and pigmented rhomboidal structures in 15 (46.9%) cases. In relation to age and specific dermoscopic features, gray color (p = 0.035) and white scar-like areas (p = 0.012) were significantly higher in patients older than 65, while pigmented rhomboidal structures (p = 0.041) were significantly associated with younger patients. Conclusion. The observed differences in the frequency of clinical and dermoscopic features of LM have significant importance in everyday clinical practice and can assist clinicians in the early diagnosis of this malignant tumor.
The impact of biological therapy on health-related quality of life in patients with psoriasis
Authors: Nikolić Katarina , Jovanović Dragan , Stojković Lena
Published: January 2024

Introduction/Aim. Psoriasis is a chronic, relapsing, non-infectious dermatosis, affecting patients' quality of life. There is still insufficient evidence from routine clinical practice on how the biological therapy improves the quality of life of patients with psoriasis. The aim of our study was to examine the effectiveness of biological therapy, regardless of the drug type, on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in patients with psoriasis. Methods. We performed a prospective observational pilot study at the Clinic of Dermatovenerology, University Clinical Center Niš in the period from from October 1, 2019 to March 1, 2020. The study involved 29 patients with psoriasis vulgaris (11 females, 18 males) on biological therapeutics regardless of the type of the drug. The severity of psoriatic lesions and the patient's response to treatment was assessed using the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) before the treatment with secukinumab and ustekinumab and after 10 weeks. Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) was determined at the beginning of biological treatment as well as after 10 weeks. Results. The average age of participants was 49.69 ± 12.75 years and the sample consisted mainly of men (62.1%). The average disease duration among men was 16.44 ± 10.05 years, and among women 17.82 ± 12.79 years. The mean DLQI decreased from 15.62 ± 7.79 to 6.34 ± 7.19 after biological treatment. The initial mean PASI and DLQI scores differed significantly from the average control scores (t-test for paired samples, p < 0.0001). Conclusion. Biological therapies of psoriasis, in addition to improving the clinical picture, demonstrated an improvement in the patients' HRQoL very quickly and they should be considered during evaluating the benefits and risks of this type of therapy.
Association of carcinoma-associated fibroblasts with clinico-pathological parameters of oral squamous cell carcinoma: An immunohistochemical study
Authors: Idoska Sanela , Popovic-Monevska Danica , Pepić Senada , Kirkov Antonio , Pančevski Goran , Božovic Suzana , Ilijev Aleksandar , Trambulova Jana , Stamatovski Aleksandar , Koneski Filip
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) from the tumor microenvironment (TME) play an important role in the progression, recurrence and poor prognosis of OSCC. The aim: To determine the density of CAFs in the tumorstroma (TS) of OSCC, and to determine the association of the density of CAFs with clinico-pathological parameters and disease relapse in patients with OSCC. Materials and methods: Immunohistochemical staining of tissue samples from primary OSCC was performed in 45 patients operated at the University Clinic for Maxillofacial Surgery, in Skopje, North Macedonia. A mouse primary monoclonal antibody: anti-a-SMA was used to visualize CAFs. The density of CAFs aSMA+ was grouped into 4 grades, and the obtained data were statistically analyzed. Results: The presence of CAFs was not determined in tissue samples from all patients with OSCC. There is a significant association of the density of CAFs in the primary tumor with T, N and TNM-status, respectively (p=0.0006, p=0.0255, p=0.0164). The Difference test determined that only in case of disease relapse in the form of local recurrence, the percentage representation of patients with CAFs present was significantly higher compared to patients who did not have CAFs (p=0.0001). Conclusions: These findings are suggestive of the role of CAFs in disease progression, but are insufficient to be included as a parameter in a standardized histopathological finding.
Modified mylohyoid anesthesia with 4% articaine and with adrenaline and dexasamethasone in mandibular molar surgery: A pilot study
Authors: Burić Kristina , Stojanović Simona , Tijanić Miloš , Burić Nina , Burić Nikola
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Mylohyoid mandibular anesthesia is not a standard and independent primary anesthesia for performing surgery on mandibular teeth. Objective: The objective was to examine the success of achieved mylohyoid anesthesia for mandibular molar surgery, by injecting an anesthetic that could penetrate the bone in the lingual region of the mandible, using the technique for modified mylohyoid mandibular anesthesia. Materials and methods: In the pilot study, 10 patients were divided into 2 equal groups (of 5 patients each), of both sexes and aged 18-75, who required mandibular anesthesia owing to mandibular molar surgery. In group I, 3.5 ml of 4% articaine with 1:100000 adrenaline, and the addition of 0.5 ml/4 mg of dexamethasone, was injected into the sublingual region of the corner of the mandible using a modified mylohyoid approach; in group II, 4 ml of 2% lidocaine with 1:100000 adrenaline was injected into the region of the mandibular foramen using the approach for standard mandibular conduction direct anesthesia. A visual analogue scale (VAS) was used for the subjective assessment of the pain during surgery in patients, the recorded duration of the realized mandibular anesthesia, as well as the total effectiveness of the achieved anesthesia, expressed in percentages. Results: A successful intervention was achieved in all patients, with different VAS scores, but within the values indicating successful anesthesia (group I: 17.40±11.10mm; group II: 12.80±4.55mm). A longer duration of anesthesia was achieved in the first group-205.2 min (3h 25 min), compared to the second group-182 min (3h 2 min). Conclusion: Mylohyoid mandibular anesthesia with 4% articaine and with adrenaline and dexamethasone could be applied as primary anesthesia for the purpose of successfully achieving standard mandibular anesthesia.
Opinions of teachers on professional loss and gains during the pandemic
Authors: Akkas Baysal , Yurtseven Ramazan , Ocak Gurbuz
Published: January 2024

This study aims to evaluate the professional losses and gains of teachers who continue their teaching activities within the scope of emergency distance education during the pandemic. The study was carried out as phenomenological research, one of the qualitative research methods. The purposeful sampling method was used to determine the research sample, one of the non-random sampling methods. The research sample consists of 57 teachers who work in Afyonkarahisar city centre between 2022-2023. The data were collected with "Semi-Structured Interview Forms" prepared by the researchers and analysied through descriptive analysis, one of the qualitative data analysis methods. The findings show that the participants have some losses and gains in the cognitive development area, while they mostly have professional losses in the affective area. In this process, some teachers stated that they have losses regarding social development, while others emphasized that they have gains. In addition, the teachers stated that they have experienced some losses in their professional field knowledge, the methods and techniques they used in the learning environment, and the methods and techniques they used in the measurement-evaluation process. Finally, the participants stated that their technology and digital literacy skills have increased significantly during the pandemic. This shows that there are positive and negative changes in the professional skills and proficiency levels of teachers during the pandemic. As a result of the study, the studies to be carried out on the subject can be deepened by considering the teachers' areas of expertise separately.
Differences in national and international seed testing rules
Authors: Branković-Radojčić Dragana , Milivojević Marija , Petrović Tanja
Published: January 2024

Differences in the seed testing rules for domestic trade (Regulation on the quality of seeds of agricultural plants Sl. SFRJ 47/1987) and export (International rules for seed testing - ISTA rules) are the reason for the lack of consistency in the seed testing and the interpretation of the obtained results. For certain species, there are even different test methods, which can additionally lead to inconsistent test results of the same seed lot. Therefore, the objective of this paper is to highlight the differences that exist and point out the need to harmonize national and international rules for seed testing. Through this review, the main differences during sampling and the most common methods of seed testing are shown: purity, germination, 1000 seed weight and moisture content. Differences in the quality control of test conditions are also shown, which laboratories that have both, national and international accreditation, must pay attention to. International rules (ISTA) are changed every year, at the initiative of member laboratories, based on new research and experiences from laboratories around the world. Harmonization of national and international rules for seed testing would greatly facilitate work in laboratories and contribute to uniform criteria for seed testing and reporting of test results.
Talento humano en el desempeño laboral. Una revisión sistemática
Authors: Román Gil Carlos Adalberto
Published: January 2024

La gestión del talento humano es un conjunto de estrategias que emplea una organización para reclutar, capacitar y retener empleados de alto rendimiento, El objetivo de esta investigación fue realizar una revisión de la literatura publicada en el período 2018-2023 sobre la gestión de talento humano en el desempeño laboral. La metodología empleada fue la revisión sistemática de la literatura científica relacionada con la Gestión de riesgo de desastres de Perú en las bases de datos Scopus, Web of Sciences, Scielo, Redalyc y Dialnet. Se aplicó la guía Prisma para la selección de estudios y Strobe para evaluar la calidad editorial y metodológica. En la búsqueda inicial se identificaron 450 artículos científicos de los cuales se tamizaron 160 que incluyeron la variable Gestión de riesgo de desastres en título o resumen, con base en la aplicación de criterios de inclusión y exclusión se meta-analizaron 12 publicaciones científicas. La mayoría de estudios (91,67%) se publicaron entre los años 2020-2022, publicados principalmente en Ecuador (41,67%) y Perú (16,67%), seguido de Venezuela (8,33%), Cuba (8,33%) y México (8,33%). Todos los estudios se desarrollaron en instituciones públicas. La mayor parte de los artículos fueron publicados en revistas indexadas en la base de datos Latindex (50%), el 25% en Scielo, otro 8,33% en Scopus, Web of Sciences (8,33%) y Redalyc (8,33%).
II Congreso Colombiano de Ornitología
Authors:   Asociación Colombiana de Ornitología ACO
Published: January 2024

"Desde el 2004 y cada tres años, la ACO realiza el Congreso Colombiano de Ornitología, un espacio para la difusión del conocimiento científico sobre las aves en pro de conservación a través de presentaciones orales, carteles, conferencias y cursos. La continuidad y permanencia de todas sus ediciones, lo constituyen como uno de los eventos académicos más importantes de la ornitología del país. El congreso de la ACO, es un espacio de actualización, intercambio de ideas y discusión sobre el desarrollo de investigaciones ornitológicas en el país, esto es posible gracias a las contribuciones de los participantes quienes presentan sus investigaciones ya sea como presentaciones orales o tipo póster."
Applying UDL to Online Active Learning
Authors: Rogers Sandra , Gronseth Susie
Published: January 2024

In online environments, active learning techniques can facilitate varied ways that learners engage and enact skill development, understandings, and connections across concepts. The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework supports providing options and design flexibility. Using a multi-site, mixed method case study design, this exploratory study investigated how 23 instructional designers at three large, urban, US public higher education institutions view alignment between UDL and active learning approaches in online course design.
Techniques, strategies, tools, enablers, and challenges of these practices are highlighted. Study data collected included survey responses and focus group sessions. Emergent themes of belongingness, social learning space, structuredness, and universality are discussed.
Designing Together From Moment to Movement
Authors: Gagné Ann , Grimaldi Adriana
Published: January 2024

This paper will explore the role of collaboration to explain how a pedagogical reading group supported faculty and staff at an institution in Canada in the development of self-awareness and application of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles. Within this social learning framework, a community of individuals, an educational developer, and members of the pedagogical reading group, were able to articulate and disseminate a process where learning together, as an experience of small meaningful moments, led to the possibility of larger wholescale movements as institutional change.
Inclusive Instructional Design: Applying UDL to Online Learning
Authors: Rao Kavita
Published: January 2024

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that can guide the development of inclusive learning environments. The UDL guidelines, used as part of an instructional design process, provide a structure to proactively design flexible pathways and provide options that can support all learners. This article describes how educators can use a step-by-step process to design lessons that incorporate UDL guidelines. When designing instruction for online delivery, it is necessary to consider additional factors to ensure that all learners can access instruction and engage in meaningful learning experiences. The article describes how UDL can be used as a framework for inclusive instructional design online and provides
Adopting and Applying the Universal Design for Learning Principles in Online Courses
Authors: Oyarzun Beth , Bottoms Bryndle , Westine Carl
Published: January 2024

The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles suggest that providing learners multiple means for engagement, representation, and action and expression will help learners become purposeful and motivated, resourceful and knowledgeable, and strategic and goal-directed (CAST, 2018). The purpose of this study was to explore the challenges and opportunities of adopting UDL principles for online course design using the decision-making process as the theoretical framework as defined by the Diffusion of Innovation theory (Rogers, 2003). Seven online faculty were interviewed regarding the challenges and opportunities that hindered or helped their decision to adopt the UDL principles in online course design. Additionally, three faculty participants volunteered course materials as examples of how they applied UDL principles. Results highlight ways institutions of higher education can promote faculty adoption of UDL principles for online course design.
Learning from COVID-19: Universal Design for Learning Implementation Prior to and During a Pandemic
Authors: Kilpatrick Jennifer , Ehrlich Suzanne , Bartlett Michelle
Published: January 2024

This study examined whether higher education faculty knowingly and/or unknowingly applied UDL principles prior to and during the COVID-19 rapid online teaching and learning (ROTL) transition. Researchers collected data through a survey that was disseminated nationwide and completed by higher education faculty (n = 38). Findings included a shift in instruction modality where 50 percent of synchronous in person instruction moved to asynchronous online instruction or optional synchronous remote instruction. Additionally, there was an unsurprising, considerable increase in the use of technology to support student engagement with course content. Researchers identified themes in the barriers (e.g., time, resources, training) to applying UDL principles both prior to and during the COVID-19 ROTL transition. Suggestions for overcoming those barriers are also included.
Smart And Sustainable Indian Village - Urbanizing Achheja Buzurg
Authors: Arvind Kumar,  , RameshBabu Chandran,  , Deepak Kumar Soni
Published: January 2024

The 69% population of India lives in villages and 31% in urban areas. The population from villages is migrating towards urban areas in the view of quality education, infrastructure, employment, sophisticated life and modernized living. Also the villagers move towards the urbanization facing problems in transportation, insufficient water supply, poor drainage system and health related problems due to lack of sanitation. This could be prevented only when the villages are urbanized and the development of rural areas could be attained only when Aadarsh gram (ideal village) and Swaraj (self-reliance) are implemented as stated by Mahatma Gandhiji. The rural – urban  gap was first addressed in India by Dr. Abdul kalam who framed a system of PURA (Providing Urban Amenities in Rural Areas) for urbanizing rural areas along with IIT(Indian Institute of Technology) professors in 2004. Based on this initiative, the Uttar Pradesh Government had proposed “Smart Village” in the area of NCR. This article narrates the urbanization of the village Accheja Buzurg in NCR (National Capital Region) located in Yamuna Expressway. The research paper further describes the transformation of the infrastructure and facilities using the schemes “I-SPARSH Yojana”, “Janeshwar Mishra Gram Yojana” and “I-CHAUPAL”. The village stands as an ideal as sustainable and smart in the YEIDA locality where the schemes are being implemented to other villages of Uttar Pradesh.
A Comparative Analysis Of Prisoner’s Disenfranchisement In India And International Jurisdictions: A Critical Study
Authors: Thakur Deepika , Gulati Shobha
Published: January 2024

The fundamental pillar of a flourishing democracy is commonly recognized by way of the right to vote. It is a system by which individuals select representatives to advocate for their best interests. In this study, the authors examine the current global legal provisions of prisoners' voting rights within the framework of India. Suffrage was one of the major political issues that drove a revolt. Through laws, numerous Countries worldwide, such as the USA, UK, and India, have restricted the voting rights of inmates and former felons to varying degrees. Many of these Countries are among the largest democracies globally. The right to vote is a powerful symbol of societal inclusion, with its denial of the right to vote often being criticized. The importance of suffrage forms the basis of an individual's dignity towards their Country. There is an ongoing necessity to study and comprehend disenfranchisement concerning rehabilitative approaches to punishment, as the formerly leading "retributive theory" has failed to demonstrate its relevance in the modern era. A Comprehensive understanding of the concept of disenfranchisement is required, as there is no established principle governing the limitations of universal suffrage due to criminal charges. In light of international human rights jurisprudence, the authors aim to investigate the evolving dynamics of disenfranchisement.
Factor Influencing Consumer Decision Based on Customer Satisfaction in Credence Services: Success Key for Service Provider
Authors: Kumar Pradeep , Bisaria Dr. Gaurav
Published: January 2024

Purpose- To reflect the method required to reach such a decision, academics have created the disconfirmation model in the pursuit of fulfilment. Through the application of product-based research, this model has developed. The viability of such a paradigm in the context of services has not been investigated. The application of the disconfirmation model's elements and the connections between them are in doubt. In this research, we looked at the variables that influence the consumer's choice of customer satisfaction in credence services, with a focus on the service provided by the service provider and the perception formed while using the services.

Design/methodology/approach – 300 patients or the relatives of these patients participated in the study, and their observation for a variety of credence services was examined. The responses were gathered from the consumers using a structured questionnaire, and the question regarding the services used & other information which mostly contributing for selecting the service provider was undertaken during the survey.

Findings – The current study aims to evaluate the disconfirmation model's relevance to the services environment as well as the affective extension put out by other researchers. According to theory, affect has a direct positive impact on performance reviews, customer satisfaction, and plans for return business. Disconfirmation is thought to directly improve customer satisfaction with the service experience. The results demonstrate that more customer offerings boost consumer happiness, which increases the likelihood of selection when service providers are being reconsidered. However, when the creativity and knowledge of the consumer are paired with the dependability of the provider, a decision-making offering is produced. Sovereignty is the most important source of credibility.

Research Limitation/implications- The results of this study are based on the regions of Delhi & Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurgaon, Lucknow, and Barabanki. Other past research have suggested other techniques for boosting satisfaction. Further research would be helpful to determine whether hospital treatment efficiency and consistency have a substantial impact on patient satisfaction.

Originality/ Value- In the current service environment, disconfirmation's impact was minimal compared to product-based uses of the model. The only thing that affects performance ratings significantly is affect. The model's considerable affective influence may be caused by the nature of the services. The study's conclusions are original in this field of study and take into account the value of a credibility service when selecting a service provider for the next round of options.
The Use of Blended Teaching and Learning in the Post-Covid-19 Pandemic in a Selected High School in Eswatini
Authors:   Southern Africa Nazarene University, Shongwe Elmon Jabulane
Published: January 2024

The study's main focus was on how blended learning was implemented in a selected Eswatini high school following the COVID-19 epidemic. Before the COVID-19 epidemic, face-to-face instruction was the only method used in the majority of Eswatini schools. Schools were forced to adopt a combination of in-person instruction and virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic due to lockdowns and unpredictable closings. Teachers started using blended learning even after the COVID-19 pandemic as they realised how beneficial it was. The study used a qualitative approach employing a case study design of a selected high school in the Manzini region, Eswatini. Twelve blended learning teachers were among the study's interview subjects. The findings of the study were used to develop a blended teaching model to improve practice in the selected high school. The study’s findings showed that blended learning raises student performance and the calibre of educational opportunities. The results also portrayed that when students are given new material to study independently, they are better able to understand it. Through blended learning, learners may engage with, see, and feel the content. Personalised learning is made possible by teachers' ability to communicate with students both in-person and virtually. It was also suggested that students be given a course overview, given the resources they need for online learning, and given the tools necessary to prepare materials that correspond to the material being taught. It was suggested, a mixed-method study is needed that would involve several schools from all regions of Eswatini.
Global Supply Chain Management Issues in the Focus of Development of E-Commerce
Authors: Antoni Alfonz , Nguyen Huy Bach
Published: January 2024

Supply chain management is vital to a company’s success as well as customer’s satisfaction. In this paper, supply chain management was studied with Amazon as an example of globally great success. The study observes how Amazon has renovated its supply, and at the same time the study points out components and aspects where Amazon can improve. The paper includes three main parts. First being the principles of supply chain management, in which we discover the types of supply chain, the current trends and the ideas behind these strategies as well as which supply chain strategy should be executed by a business. The second part covers the key factors to successfully manage a supply chain, businesses should focus in certain tasks to improve their supply chain. The last part is about Amazon, how Amazon is innovative, how well Amazon manages its supply chain and ultimately how Amazon is becoming the leader in E-Commerce industry.
Menilai Kinerja Keuangan Dengan Analisis Laporan Keuangan
Authors: Mendrofa Raja , Wahyuni Annisa , Isnaini Putri , Aliah Nur
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis kinerja keuangan dengan menggunakan laporan keuangan perusahaan. Pada Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kuantitatif, dimana Teknik ini menjelaskan sesuatu yang dipelajari apa adanya, dan menarik kesimpulan dari fenomena yang dapat diamati dengan menggunakan angka- angka. Berdasarkan hasil analisis pada 10 perusahaan tergolong kedalam sub-sektor makann dan minuman. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan teknik purposive sampling. Observasi penelitian dilakukan dari tahun 2018 sampai dengan 2021. Penelitian ini menggunakan rasio likuiditas yang di proksikan dengan current Rasio, Quick rasio, cash rasio dan rasio profitabiltas yang diproksikan dengan, Return on Asset, Return to Equity dan Net profit margin. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah dari 10 perusahaan yang dianalisis perusahan PT. Unilever Indonesia dnegan kode emiten UNVR dan PT. Multi Bintang Indonesia Tbk  dengan kode emiten MLBI serta PT. Indofood Sukses Makmur Tbk  dengan kode emiten INDF memiliki nilai rasio likuiditas kurang baik atau dibawah rata-rata nilai rasio likuiditas di industry manufaktur namun pada rasio profitabilitas PT. Unilever Indonesia dengan kode emiten UNVR dan PT. Multi Bintang Indonesia Tbk  dengan kode emiten MLBI memiliki nilai cukup baik dari rata-rata industry.
Peran Audit Internal Terhadap Kualitas Laporan Keuangan
Authors: Wahyuni Annisa , Aini Nurul , Isnaini Putri , Sholeha Putri , Putri Riska Afrillia , Permatasari Yeni , Aliah Nur
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis secara komprehensif peran audit internal dalam konteks peningkatan kualitas laporan keuangan. Pada Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif, dengan metode kajian pustaka. Berdasarkan hasil analisis pada 10 (sepuluh) jurnal disimpulkan bahwa terdapat 8 jurnal yang menyatakan bahwa audit internal memiliki peran terhadap kualitas laporan keuangan. Temuan ini didukung oleh hasil analisis data kuantitatif dari beberapa penelitian yang menunjukkan korelasi positif dan signifikan antara peran audit internal dan kualitas laporan keuangan. 2 penelitian yang menyatakan bahwa peran audit internal tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kualitas laporan keuangan. Dengan fenomena dimana pemerintah daerah kadang-kadang menghasilkan audit internal dengan rekomendasi untuk perbaikan, tetapi respon yang lambat dan kurang tepat dari pihak yang diaudit membuat pemeriksaan auditor internal menjadi kurang berarti.
Role of Spiritual Leaders in Building Socio-Cultural Communication Networks in the Buddhayana Community of Lampung Province
Authors: Rapiadi Rapiadi , Wibawa Resdhi , Yudhawati Ine , Widiyanto Widiyanto , Adi gautama Sidharta
Published: January 2024

This research aims to explore the role of spiritual leaders in shaping and strengthening socio-cultural communication networks in the Buddhayana community. The research focus involves analyzing the active role of spiritual leaders in facilitating interaction, maintaining cultural values, and forging interpersonal connections among Buddhists. This research method uses a case study with a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews with spiritual leaders, community members, and participatory observations at religious activities. The results showed that spiritual leaders have a crucial role in shaping and maintaining socio-cultural communication networks. Not only acts as a spiritual leader but also as a facilitator of communication between individuals in the community. Spiritual leaders also play a role in transmitting Buddhayana values, promoting collaboration, and building solidarity among community members. The study also identified factors that influence the effectiveness of the role of spiritual leaders in the context of socio-cultural communication, including active involvement in daily activities, adaptability to technological developments, and the ability to understand community needs. These findings have important implications in understanding communication dynamics in the context of Buddhayana and may contribute to practical thinking to support spiritual leaders and Buddhayana communities in strengthening their socio-cultural communication networks. This research can serve as a foundation for the development of more effective strategies to maintain the sustainability of communication and cultural values within the Buddhayana community and may be applicable to other religious and cultural contexts.
Influence of Lecturer Interpersonal Communication on Motivation and Learning Achievement Students of Jinarakkhita Buddhist College
Authors: Widi Widiyanto , Manggalani Rina , Seneru Wistina , Wibawa Resdhi , Kasrah Rini
Published: January 2024

The motivation aspect is very important in a learning process in higher education, because motivation determines the intensity of effort in learning and encourages students to carry out certain activities related to the process of gaining knowledge. Learning motivation is one aspect that influences a student's academic achievement. Academic achievement is the result of the learning process as a measure of the quality and quantity of knowledge that students have mastered. Optimal learning outcomes are greatly influenced by various components in teaching and learning, in including lecturer interpersonal communication. This research aims to determine the influence of lecturers' interpersonal communication on students' learning motivation and academic achievement at the Jinarakkhita Buddhist College.

This research uses a quantitative approach with correlational methods. Research data is collected using a questionnaire, then the data will be processed and analyzed descriptively. The theoretical basis used is the theory of self-disclosure (Self Disclosure Theory), proposed by Sydney Marshall Jourad. The research results show that interpersonal communication between lecturers and students has an effect on learning motivation by 49.4% with a regression coefficient of 0.469 and a constant of 18.644. Meanwhile, for the academic achievement variable, 32.3% is influenced by lecturer interpersonal communication and the rest is influenced by other factors. Temporary communication lecturer interpersonal influential in a way significant and positive to motivation learning and achievement academic student amounting to 24.4%.
Promoting Students’ Autonomy in Written Communication Through Scaffolding Strategy
Authors: Aprilianin Marwintaria Saputri Vike , Yudhawati Ine , Avitasari Iin , Adi Gautama Sidartha , Seneru Wistina
Published: January 2024

The purposes of this study is to investigate the difference of the students’ written communication autonomy after the implementation of scaffolding strategy. The sample is twenty students of the first-year semester of the undergraduate students of the Buddhist Communication Science Department in Jinarakkhita Buddhist College of Lampung. This research is quantitative by using one group pre-test posttest design. The instruments are writing test, questionnaire and interview. The result of data analysis shows that scaffolding strategy can further promote the students’ autonomy in written communication significantly. The result of the questionnaire shows that the students give the positive response towards applying scaffolding strategy in writing class. The conclusion of this present study, after the students are given scaffolding strategy, along with the improvement in written communication ability, the students’ autonomy in writing improves significantly.
Descripción y cuantificación de las intervenciones farmacoterapéuticas al ingreso de los pacientes en un centro sociosanitario
Authors: Romero-Ventosa Elena Yaiza , Casanova-Martínez Cristina , Paradela-Carreiro Adolfo
Published: January 2024

Introducción: La atención sociosanitaria es una evaluación multidimensional e interdisciplinar para mejorar la calidad de vida del paciente institucionalizado. El objetivo de este estudio fue describir y cuantificar las intervenciones realizadas por un farmacéutico al ingreso de pacientes en un centro sociosanitario (CSS). 
Método: Estudio unicéntrico y prospectivo de 20 meses de duración realizado en un CSS de 251 camas. Se incluyeron 3 modalidades de atención sociosanitaria (ancianos pernocta, centro terapéutico-ocupacional pernocta y gravemente afectados). Los datos se obtuvieron de la historia clínica electrónica y se registraron variables relacionadas con el paciente (fecha nacimiento, sexo, insuficiencia renal, índice de Charlson, registro de alergias) y con el tratamiento (número de fármacos prescritos al ingreso en el CSS e interacciones, número de fármacos monitorizables farmacocinéticamente, recomendaciones de farmacovigilancia y seguridad, problemas relacionados con los medicamentos (PRM) detectados y las adaptaciones a guía farmacoterapéutica). Para el análisis estadístico, se utilizó el programa SPSS. 
Resultados: Se incluyeron 172 ingresos, con una edad media de 78,4 años (DS: 17,7 años) y el 65,1% fueron mujeres. La media de fármacos prescritos por paciente fue de 9,5 (DS: 4,4). En el 51,7% de los pacientes se detectó al menos un PRM, con una media de 3,2 PRM/paciente. En el 64,5% de los ingresos se realizaron adaptaciones a la guía farmacoterapéutica, con una media de 1,3 adaptaciones/paciente. 
Conclusiones: El farmacéutico realiza numerosas intervenciones en un CSS, como las adaptaciones a guía y la detección de PRM, resaltando la importancia de su presencia y su conciliación entre niveles asistenciales.
Formulación magistral en la atención farmacéutica del paciente oncopediátrico
Authors: Pinilla-Rello Andrea , Escolano-Pueyo Ángel , Vicente-Iturbe Cristina , Casajús-Navasal Andrea
Published: January 2024

Introducción: El tratamiento farmacológico del paciente oncopediátrico supone una dificultad para el equipo asistencial ya que muchos medicamentos registrados por la administración sanitaria no están indicados en población pediátrica, creándose un vacío terapéutico en el tratamiento que es cubierto a través de la formulación magistral (FM). El objetivo del estudio es analizar la elaboración de medicamentos individualizados para oncopediatría en los últimos tres años en el Servicio de Farmacia de un hospital de tercer nivel.
Métodos: Estudio descriptivo, observacional, retrospectivo de las FM que se elaboraron para el Servicio de Oncopediatría en el periodo 2019-2021. Para cada FM se detalló su indicación y aplicación clínica. En la descripción cuantitativa se especificó número de fórmulas elaboradas y porcentaje. En la descripción cualitativa se detalló principio activo y concentración, procedimiento para elaborar la formulación, dosis de principio activo y de excipientes; condiciones de conservación y fecha de caducidad.
Resultados: En el periodo de estudio, se elaboraron 3730 FM para el Servicio de Oncopediatría. Las 4 fórmulas magistrales con mayor peso en la preparación son las de los principios activos: etopósido, fenofibrato, ondansetrón y mercaptopurina. El 57,4% de las FM fueron soluciones orales y el 26,5% suspensiones. La aplicación clínica del 71% de las FM preparadas fue el tratamiento de las patologías onco-hematológicas.
Conclusiones: En el paciente oncopediátrico, se acentúa la necesidad de una farmacoterapia más individualizada para asegurar una correcta dosificación y adherencia al tratamiento, siendo la FM la herramienta que solventaría sus necesidades terapéuticas.
Off-label use of fixed-dose combination of tramadol and dexketoprofen in primary health care. Evidence-based or cause for concern?
Authors: Viñas-Bastart Montserrat , Oms-Arias Míriam , Pedraza-Gutiérrez Àfrica , Lizano-Díez Irene , Mariño Eduardo L. , Modamio Charles Pilar
Published: January 2024

Introduction: The use of the fixed-dose combination of tramadol/dexketoprofen in Spain and in other countries has increased considerably. The authorized therapeutic indication for this medicinal product is the short-term symptomatic treatment of moderate to severe acute pain in adult patients. The objective of this study was to describe the pattern of use of tramadol/dexketoprofen in the field of primary health care.
Method: A cross-sectional, descriptive and multicenter study was carried out. The study population included all patients from a Primary Care Department (53 Primary Care teams) with an active prescription of tramadol/dexketoprofen on March 28, 2018. The target population was those patients who were prescribed tramadol/dexketoprofen. dexketoprofen for >20 days.
Results: A total of 176 patients had an active prescription for tramadol/dexketoprofen. All patients (100%) had a duration of treatment greater than 5 days and 72.7% (N=128) greater than 20 days. The mean duration of treatment was 14±160.9 days in patients who had less than 20 days of treatment and 224±160.8 days in patients who had more than 20 days of treatment. 35.1% of the patients were treated with >2 pain medications and concomitantly with tramadol/dexketoprofen. The general practitioner initiated 65.6% of the prescriptions.
Conclusions: The fixed-dose combination of tramadol/dexketoprofen was frequently used off-label, according to the product characteristics and the available scientific evidence. This study warns about the potential risks associated with the use of this drug in clinical practice, such as lack of effectiveness and/or the appearance of adverse effects.
Alfabetización en salud y COVID-19 en mayores: aproximación desde la Farmacia Comunitaria
Authors: Alvarez de Sotomayor Maria , Fernandez Cuesta Paula M
Published: January 2024

Introducción: La alfabetización en salud son las habilidades cognitivas y sociales que determinan que los individuos puedan acceder, entender y usar la información para promover y mantener su salud. La necesidad de estas habilidades ha sido notable en la pandemia. 
Método: Se realiza un cuestionario específico a los pacientes mayores de 60 años. Este consta de tres partes: el instrumento HLS-EU-Q16 adaptado a COVID-19, preguntas sobre la actuación del farmacéutico y la herramienta SAHLSA.
Resultados: La población era mayoritariamente femenina (75,4%) y su edad era de 79,2±9,4 años. El nivel educativo mayoritario fue de educación primaria (34,4%), predominando éste y el sin estudios en mayores de 80 años. El cuestionario HLS-EU-Q16 reveló que la alfabetización en salud sobre COVID-19 era deficiente (23%), insuficiente (70,5%) y suficiente (6,6%). El cuestionario SAHLSA mostró alfabetización suficiente en el 80%. Mientras que el primer cuestionario no mostró relación con el nivel educativo, ningún bachiller o universitario presentó valores insuficientes en el cuestionario SAHLSA. Por último, los entrevistados consideraron como primer sanitario al que acudir para obtener información fiable al médico (77%), seguido por el farmacéutico (13%). El 75% consideró que el farmacéutico le había ayudado a comprender las precauciones frente a la COVID-19. 
Conclusiones: Los pacientes presentan dificultades para identificar la información fiable y para encontrar información de tratamientos frente a la COVID. Esta necesidad no está relacionada con el nivel educativo ni con la alfabetización en salud en otras áreas. El farmacéutico puede ser un agente clave en resolver esta necesidad.
Effect of Different culture media, temperature and pH for growth of Rhizoctonia solani causing Sheath Blight Disease in Rice Mat Nursery
Authors: Nandi Abhijit , Ghosh Ananya , Bandyopadhyay Sekhar , . Prince , Nandi Kousik
Published: January 2024

Over the last decade Sheath Blight of Rice as a major constant in rice mat nursery production has been identified globally and integrated disease resistance strategy for Sheath Blight of Rice has been primary focus in south east Asia particularly in the kharif and rabi rice growing areas like Bangladesh, Eastern India, Terai region of Nepal and Pakistan. Rhizoctonia solani (Kuhn.) is the causal agent of Sheath Blight Disease in Rice Mat Nursery. It is a soil inhabiting fungal pathogen which favors hot and humid temperature. Keeping in view the consequentiality of the disease due to transmute in climatic conditions, studies were conducted on the cultural and morphological diversity of the pathogen in different media, pH and temperature conditions. This research was conducted at Department of Plant Pathology in Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya. The fungus Rhizoctonia solani gives highest mycelial growth on PDA (Potato dextrose Agar) media which is 60.78 mm and it is followed by Glucose peptone Agar media (55.33 mm) and V-8 juice Agar media (51.11 mm) whereas the lowest growth was observed in Czapek Dox Agar media (19.66 mm) followed by Oat meal Agar media (26.66 mm). In different pH, maximum mycelial growth was observed at pH 7 i.e., at neutral pH (62.33 mm) while they showed less growth in too acidic pH i.e., at 4 and at too high pH i.e., at pH 10. In different temperature, the highest mycelial growth was observed at 26⁰C (62.91 mm) to 28⁰C (62.05 mm) i.e., they prefer normal temperature for their growth.