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Implementasi Kebijakan Proses Perencanaan Dan Penganggaran Pada Biro Sistem Informasi, Perencanaan Dan Pengembangan Universitas Sumatera Utara Medan
Authors: Nasution Zulkhairi , Badaruddin Badaruddin , Hartono Budi
Published: August 2022

This study aims to determine and analyze the Implementation of Planning and Budgeting Process Policies at the Information Systems Bureau, Planning and Development of the University of North Sumatra Medan and to find out what factors are the obstacles / obstacles in the Implementation of the Planning and Budgeting Process Policy at the Bureau of Information Systems, Planning and Development, University of North Sumatra Medan. The research method used is a descriptive method with a qualitative approach, with research informants being the Head of Bureau, Head of Section, Head of Subdivision and Staff at the Bureau of Information Systems, Planning and Development, University of North Sumatra, Medan. The theory used is George C Edward III's public policy theory. The results of this study indicate that the Planning and Budgeting Process Policy Implementation at the Information Systems, Planning and Development Bureau has been implemented but has not achieved optimal results. The success of policy implementation needs to be supported by the authority and SOP for Planning and Budgeting at the Information Systems, Planning and Development Bureau at USU Medan. The factors that influence the Implementation of Planning and Budgeting Policies at the Bureau of Information Systems, Planning and Development of the University of North Sumatra are communication, disposition, resources, and bureaucratic structure. Good communication distribution and good coordination between leadership and staff are needed in order to produce a good implementation, therefore it is recommended to issue a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for planning and budgeting process policies in order to provide optimal results in the planning and budgeting process.
Evaluasi Program Predator Kabupaten Sumedang
Authors: Ningrum Dhesti Widya Nurhasanah , M. Zamzami M. Zamzami
Published: August 2022

The Motor Cycling Electronic ID Card Recording Service Program (PREDATOR) is one of the innovation programs that has the aim of making people into the category of elderly, disabled and ODGJ who cannot record their Electronic ID cards at the Disdukcapil or in the sub-districts have an Electronic ID card. This article aims to determine the evaluation of the implementation of the Predator program in Sumedang Regency. The problem is focused on Program Evaluation. The theoretical reference used is the Program Evaluation Dimension of Brigman and Davis in Tayibnapis (2000), which consists of Input, Process, Output, and Outcome. Data was collected by means of library research and field studies (observations, interviews, and documentation) which were then analyzed qualitatively. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of the Predator program in Sumedang Regency has been going quite well and there are several obstacles in its implementation such as inadequate facilities and infrastructure and there is no definite schedule for the provision of Predator services due to the absence of special Predator service officers so that services are provided when there is a request. from the District.
Kekuatan Hukum Surat Kuasa dari Luar Negeri yang Tidak Dilegalisasi oleh Kedutaan Besar Indonesia
Authors: Abidin Zaenul , Wirasasmita Jordan Alexander
Published: August 2022

This article aims to find out how the provisions for the legalization of power of attorney from abroad at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, as well as the enactment of Presidential Regulation Number 2 of 2021 concerning Ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of Legalization Requirements for Foreign Public Documents. This research method is normative legal research, using legal rules, legal principles, and legal doctrines in statutory regulations. This study concludes that the power of attorney agreement is regulated in Article 1792 of the Civil Code, granting power of attorney is an agreement by which one person gives his power to another person who accepts it for and on his behalf to carry out an affair. As stated in Article 2 of the Minister of Foreign Affairs 13/2019, power of attorney originating from abroad must go through legalization steps, but if it refers to PP 2/2021, this is actually no longer necessary, as in Article 4 apostille convention stipulates regarding certification or apostille which basically has the same purpose as legalization as regulated in Minister of Foreign Affairs Regulation 13/2019.
Implementasi Model Pembelajaran GGE sebagai Upaya Peningkatan Keterampilan Softskill Mahasiswa Pendidikan Ekonomi
Authors: Setiaji Cahyo Apri , Setiaji Cahyo , Rinawati Anita
Published: August 2022

This study aims to improve the soft skills of students' aspects of cooperation and social communication by implementing the GGE learning model. The problem is focused on efforts to improve cooperation and social communication skills. Pre-cycle identification of obtaining results related to the aspect of cooperation still needs to be improved because it is at the level of moderate, sufficient and insufficient interpretation of each indicator. The main indicators of the social communication aspect are at the level of adequate interpretation. The research data were collected using a checklist and observation sheets by observing the changes that occurred in students during two cycles. This study concludes that the GGE model can improve soft skills in the aspects of cooperation and social communication. Aspects of cooperation, indicators of respect for opinions and light-heartedness increased from moderate and moderate levels in pre-cycle to high levels in cycle 2, responsibility at moderate level in pre-cycle increased to very high level in cycle 2, participatory increased from moderate level to very high level in cycle 2 Aspects of social communication also experienced an increase in indicators of confidence, language style, speech style, and body gestures from a moderate level in the pre-cycle to a high level in cycle 2. The indicators of concept mastery and calmness were at a moderate level in the pre-cycle, increasing to a very high level in the pre-cycle. cycle 2.
Strategi Meningkatkan Kepuasan Kerja Pegawai (Studi pada Organisasi Publik)
Authors: Suyanto Mohamad Afan
Published: August 2022

This paper aims to determine the effect of competence and employee placement on job satisfaction at the Gorontalo Regency Agriculture Office. The problem is focused on whether competence and employee placement have an effect on job satisfaction at the Gorontalo Regency Agriculture Office. To approach this problem, the opinion of Wibowo (2014) on competence, Rivai & Sagala (2011) on job placement and Suyanto, Paramata, & Abdul, 2019 on job satisfaction are used. Data were collected through the census method using the entire population as a sample in this study totaling 40 respondents. The data analysis method used is quantitative analysis using multiple linear regression analysis. With the help of the Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS) program. This study concludes that (1) the test results on the competence variable have a positive and insignificant effect on job satisfaction at the agricultural office (2) the test results on the employee placement variable have a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction at the agricultural office. Based on the results of this study, it was formulated a way to improve the work of employees in public organizations by increasing the competencies possessed by employees and placing employees on their passion.
Kemampuan Guru Sosiologi dalam Pengembangan Pembelajaran Berbasis Online Masa Pandemi Covid-19 di Kabupaten Sumbawa Barat
Authors: Jannah Esha Qaumil , Sukardi Sukardi , Masyhuri Masyhuri
Published: August 2022

This article aims to identify the capability of sociology teachers in developing online-based learning during the Covid-19 pandemic in the West Sumbawa Regency based on various variables. This study used a quantitative approach with a survey method. The entire statistical population in this study were senior high school students in West Sumbawa Regency. The sample in this study used the solving formula so that a sample size 317 was obtained. The data was collected through a google form-assisted questionnaire as well as through the interview method and then analyzed quantitatively using comparative analysis. The result showed that the capability of sociology teachers in developing online-based learning during the Covid-19 pandemic is categorized as sufficient. The capability of teachers in developing online-based learning is not different from the teacher status variable but differs based on the location of the school. Teachers outside the district city are better than those in the city. An important implication is that teachers are expected to be more active in seeking information about the development of online-based learning and using the latest technological facilities and infrastructure.
Implementasi Pelayanan Keprotokolan bagi Walikota dan Wakil Walikota di Pemerintah Kota Binjai
Authors: Rivanmeta Putra , Isnaini Isnaini , Turnip Kaiman
Published: August 2022

The aims of this artickel is to analysis of the implementation and obstacles are there in the implementation of protocol services for the Mayor and Deputy Mayor in the Binjai City Government. The method used is qualitative research with data collection instruments of observation, interviews and documentation studies. And data analysis used descriptive analysis. The results of the study indicate that communication has not gone well and causes coordination not to run optimally between the Protocol and Communication Section of the Regional Secretariat of Binjai City and the event organizing agency. The resources of the Protocol and Communications Section of the Regional Secretariat of Binjai City have not been fully functioning properly. Because employees who are given the responsibility to carry out protocol services have not been able to carry out their duties properly. The attitude of the implementers of the Protocol and Communications Section of the Regional Secretariat of Binjai City has not been implemented properly. The achievement or target of the work program is not yet optimal, which should be realized properly through the service and attitude of the employee's willingness. The bureaucratic structure of the Protocol and Communications Section of the Regional Secretariat of Binjai City is good. The existence of protocol regulations has the aim of providing guidelines for organizing events so that they run in an orderly, neat, smooth, orderly manner in accordance with applicable regulations. Obstacles in research are the lack of coordination and human resources.
Hubungan Efikasi Diri dan Kecerdasan Emosional dengan Kecemasan dalam Praktek Kerja Industri pada Siswa SMK Negeri 1 Gunung Meriah
Authors: Hanim Wirda , Surbakti Amanah , Hardjo Suryani
Published: August 2022

This study aims to determine the corellation between self-efficacy and emotional intelligence with anxiety in students of SMK Negeri 1 Gunung Meriah. Self-efficacy is a state of individual attitude to ensure himself that he will be able to carry out and complete certain tasks in various conditions Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize oneself, be able to carry out social interactions and be able to adapt to the behavior of others. Anxiety is a feeling of fear and worry that is long-lasting on something that is not clear (subjective). The hypothesis proposed in this study is that there is a negative relationship between self-efficacy and emotional intelligence with anxiety. This study uses a quantitative approach. Sampling technique is total sampling, the sample is 143 students. The data collection method uses a Likert model scale. This study uses a scale of self - efficacy and emotional intelligence and anxiety scale . Multiple regression data analysis method. Based on the data analysis, it was obtained that Rxy) = -0.625 with p = 0.000 < 0.050, with BE% = 39.1%. Then based on the comparison of the two average values, it can be seen that self-efficacy is classified as low, meaning that the hypothetical (62.5) is greater than the empirical average (59.75) and the difference does not exceed the number one SD (11.674) and relative emotional intelligence. where the hypothetical mean (62.5) is greater than the empirical mean (61.31) and the difference does not exceed the number one SD (9.175) and moderate anxiety leads to high where the hypothetical mean (62.5) is smaller than the empirical mean (67, 43) and the difference does not exceed the number one SD (11,626). Thus, the proposed hypothesis is stated.
Pengaruh Trust terhadap Sekolah Efektif di Sekolah Dasar Kabupaten Deli Serdang
Authors: Surbakti Amanah
Published: August 2022

This study aims to determine the effect of trust on effective schools. This research was conducted in elementary schools in Deli Serdang Regency in 2020. The population of this study were elementary school teachers in Deli Serdang as many as 334 people. The research method used in this study is quantitative research with an expost facto research design, namely the variables studied are not controlled and manipulated by the researcher, but the facts are disclosed based on the measurement of symptoms that have been owned or tested what will happen. The results found that trust has a very significant direct effect on effective schools of 0.47 so it can be concluded that Trust in the form of belief, positive thinking, opening up distance, providing opportunities for action and improving social relations with other people has an effect on program planning, implementation of work plans, supervision and evaluation, school leadership, management information system as a form of effective school. To create an effective school, trust from teachers and principals is needed.
Implementasi Peraturan Daerah Nomor 4 Tahun 2018 Tentang Rencana Pembangunan Industri Provinsi Sumatera Utara Tahun 2018 - 2038 Pada Dinas Perindustrian dan Perdagangan Provinsi Sumatera Utara
Authors: Indriyanti Halizah , Warjio Warjio , Hartono Budi
Published: August 2022

Purpose to find out and analyze the implementation and what factors hinder and support the implementation of Regional Regulation Number 4 of 2018 concerning the Industrial Development Plan of North Sumatra Province for 2018-2038 at the Industry and Trade Office of North Sumatra Province. This research is a descriptive study with a qualitative approach. For the analysis, the implementation theory that the researcher uses is the implementation theory of Edward III. Based on Edward III's Theory, indicators affecting implementation are: Communication, Resources, Disposition and Bureaucratic Structure. Communication implementation has not run optimally. Implementation resources have not been informed and carried out optimally, Disposition in the implementation of implementation has been carried out properly. In the Bureaucratic Arrangement, it is still running less than optimally or seems slow because. There are no awards in the form of incentives for implementation implementers. The bureaucratic structure has been running well and has complied with the applicable provisions in order to support the implementation of the Regional Regulation concerning the Provincial Industrial Development Plan. The fragmentation in the implementation of the Perda RPIP has gone well, marked by the North Sumatra Province Industry and Trade Office with other technical services within the North Sumatra Provincial Government.
Kontribusi Korea Selatan Dalam Pemulihan Ekonomi Indonesia Pasca Pandemi
Authors: Yudhistira Alfikri Oktavian , Paksi Arie Kusuma
Published: August 2022

The Covid-19 pandemic, which has now become a global challenge, has implications for all sectors of life, especially the economic sector. Indonesia is one of the countries whose economy has been affected by this pandemic situation. One of the policies that must be taken by the Indonesian government is to initiate the National Economic Recovery program. This study aims to analyze the contribution made by South Korea to Indonesia which has a cooperative relationship between the two countries in Indonesia's economic recovery after the pandemic. The data in this study were collected through a descriptive technique of study analysis or literature review with a focus on international cooperation relations between Indonesia and South Korea during the Covid-19 pandemic and analyzed qualitatively using secondary data. The results showed that South Korea contributed to Indonesia's economic recovery after the pandemic through cooperation in various sectors such as investment, export-import and trade, energy and mineral resources, tourism to e-commerce through K-Pop. In contrast to previous studies, this study concludes that the cooperation between the two countries has brought significant results in Indonesia's economic recovery after the pandemic.
Analisis Hukum terhadap Tanggungjawab Perusahaan Pemberi Izin Kapal Asing Sandar di Pelabuhan pada PT. Pelni Cabang Lhokseumawe
Authors: Harahap Rahalim Raja Muda , Siregar Taufik , Zulyadi Rizkan
Published: August 2022

The problem in this research is how the legal arrangements regarding the granting of permits for foreign ships that will dock at ports in Indonesia, how the process of granting permits for foreign ships that will dock at the Port of Lhoksumawe and what are the constraints and responsibilities of PT. Pelni Lhoksumawe Branch in granting permits for foreign ships that will dock at the port. This type of research is directed to normative juridical law research. The nature of the research used in completing this thesis is descriptive analysis. Data collection techniques are carried out through: Library Research: namely by collecting and studying and analyzing concepts, theories, opinions or findings and statutory provisions related to law. Field research (Field Research), namely by conducting direct field research to obtain data such as interviews. In this case the researchers directly conduct research to PT. Pelni Lhoksumawe Branch which handles the port for foreign ships that will dock. Analysis of the data used in this study is to use qualitative methods.
Eksploitasi Pekerja Anak: Kajian Terhadap Pekerja Anak di Sektor Perikanan
Authors: Irsan Irsan , Abdullah Suparman , Mengge Buchari
Published: August 2022

The purpose of this research is to analyze the forms of exploitation of child labour in the fisheries sector and the resistance of workers to the exploitation they experience. The problem of this research is in the form of exploitation against child labour and resistance against child labour against exploitation experienced. To approach this problem, Collins' theory of exploitation and conflict is used as a reference. The data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews and documentation and analyzed qualitatively. Determining the informants using purposive sampling by the classification of the informants, namely the main informant of the employer and the informant who supports the family of child workers. The results showed that the forms of exploitation of child labour in the fisheries sector were violations of children's rights, namely labour exploitation (nipattolo-tolo), physical exploitation (nipattuju tedong), and mental exploitation (coto tena jenena). The form of child labour resistance to exploitation is carried out individually and in groups through. Exploitation that labours against child labour is not taken for granted, resistance to exploitation occurs in line with the experience and understanding of child labour towards the conditions of exploitation experienced.
Implementasi Kebijakan Pelayanan Pajak Bumi dan Bangunan (PBB) Pada Badan Pengelola Pajak dan Retribusi Daerah Kota Medan
Authors: Rahayu Hs Hastika , Hartono Budi , Isnaini Isnaini
Published: August 2022

Policy implementation is a way for a policy to achieve its goals. Implementation is a general process of administrative action that can be investigated at a certain program level, this study aims to determine the implementation of the Land and Building Tax (PBB) service policy at the Medan City Regional Tax and Retribution Management Agency and to find out and analyze the factors that influence it. The form of this research belongs to descriptive research that uses qualitative data analysis, namely this research is investigated by observation or observation, interviews, and describes the state of the object of research based on the facts. There were 11 informants in this study. Data collection techniques were obtained from interviews, observations, and documentation. While the data analysis techniques are data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the implementation of the Land and Building Tax (PBB) service policy at the Regional Tax and Retribution Management Agency of Medan City has not gone well. This can be seen from the lack of good communication, resources and bureaucratic structure. Factors that influence not going well are lack of knowledge, perception, physical condition, gender and community living environment, lack of human resources in charge of Land and Building Tax (PBB) services, lack of a special budget allocated for equipment Land and Building Tax (PBB) services, obstacles often occur so that the Service Operational Standards (SOP) are sometimes not met.
Assistência estudantil, qualidade de vida acadêmica e sustentabilidade: uma revisão da literatura e bibliometria no contexto universitário
Authors: Gomes Helana Miranda da Cruz , Brasileiro Tania Suely Azevedo
Published: August 2022

A inclusão de jovens historicamente excluídos do acesso ao ensino superior tem promovido intensos debates sobre a política de assistência estudantil, com interface entre qualidade de vida e sustentabilidade. A busca pela relação entre os estudos acima fundamentou este trabalho, levantando duas questões: i) quais artigos foram publicados nos últimos 10 anos no Brasil sobre esta temática que relaciona os conceitos de assistência estudantil, qualidade de vida acadêmica no ensino superior e sustentabilidade? ii) qual sua base epistemológica e seus principais resultados? O objetivo é socializar dados do levantamento da literatura realizado pelo estudo bibliométrico em consultas às bases de dados: Portal de Periódicos da CAPES, Web of Science, Scopus e Google Acadêmico. Foram adotados protocolo de pesquisa e critérios de inclusão/exclusão que gerou o portfólio bibliográfico de 20 artigos. Os resultados indicam que há pouca aderência à interface entre assistência estudantil, qualidade de vida e sustentabilidade no ensino superior. Conclui-se que é necessário o desenvolvimento de pesquisas que promovam  sua integração em função das contribuições significativas para a universidade e a sociedade.
Restoring the Angiogenic Capacity of the Human Diabetic Adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells Primed with Deferoxamine as a Hypoxia Mimetic Agent: Role of HIF-1α
Authors: Tajali Raziye , Eidi Akram , Ahmadi Tafti Hosein , Pazouki Abdolreza , Sharifi Ali Mohammad
Published: August 2022

Purpose: Insufficient angiogenesis is associated with serious diabetic complications. Recently, adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (ADScs) are known to be a promising tool causing therapeutic neovascularization. However, the overall therapeutic efficacy of these cells is impaired by diabetes. This study aims to investigate whether in vitro pharmacological priming with deferoxamine, a hypoxia mimetic agent, could restore the angiogenic potential of diabetic human ADSCs. Methods: Diabetic human ADSCs were treated with deferoxamine and compared to normal and nontreated diabetic ADSCs for the expression of hypoxia inducible factor 1-alpha (HIF-1α), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2) and stromal cell-derived factor-1α (SDF-1α), at mRNA and protein levels, using qRT-PCR, western blotting and ELISA assay. Activities of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs)-2 and -9 were measured using a gelatin zymography assay. Angiogenic potentials of conditioned media derived from normal, Deferoxamine treated, and non-treated ADSCs were determined by in vitro scratch assay and also three-dimensional tube formation assay. Results: It is demonstrated that deferoxamine (150 and 300 μM) stabilized HIF-1α in primed diabetic ADSCs. At the concentrations used, deferoxamine did not show any cytotoxic effects. In deferoxamine treated ADSCs, expression of VEGF, SDF-1α, FGF-2 and the activity of MMP-2 and MMP-9 were significantly increased compared to nontreated ADSCs. Moreover, deferoxamine increased the paracrine effects of diabetic ADSCs in promoting endothelial cell migration and tube formation. Conclusion: Deferoxamine might be an effective drug for pharmacological priming of diabetic ADSCs to enhance the expression of proangiogenic factors noted via HIF-1α accumulation. In addition, impaired angiogenic potential of conditioned medium derived from diabetic ADSCs was restored by deferoxamine.
Electrosprayed Nanoparticles Containing Hydroalcoholic Extract of Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench Stimulates Immune System by Increasing Inflammatory Factors in Male Wistar Rats
Authors: Mehdizadeh Fatemeh , Mohammadzadeh Ramin , Nazemiyeh Hossein , Mesgari-Abbasi Mehran , Barzegar-Jalali Mohammad , Eskandani Morteza , Adibkia Khosro
Published: August 2022

Purpose: Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench is a member of the Asteraceae family and is traditionally used mainly due to its immunostimulatory properties. Various compounds including alkylamides and chicoric acid were reported as active ingredients of E. purpurea. Here, we aimed to prepare electrosprayed nanoparticles (NPs) containing hydroalcoholic extract of E. purpurea using Eudragit RS100 (EP-Eudragit RS100 NPs) to improve the immunomodulatory effects of the extract. Methods: The EP-Eudragit RS100 NPs with the different extract:polymer ratios and solution concentrations were prepared using the electrospray technique. The size and morphology of the NPs were evaluated using dynamic light scattering (DLS) and field emission-scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM). To evaluate the immune responses, male Wistar rats were administrated with the prepared EP-Eudragit RS100 NPs and plain extract in the final dose of 30 or 100 mg/kg. The blood samples of the animals were collected and the inflammatory factors and complete blood count (CBC) were investigated. Results: In vivo studies indicated that the plain extract and EP-Eudragit RS100 NPs (100 mg/kg) significantly increased the serum level of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interleukin 1-β (IL1-β) whereas the EP-Eudragit RS100 NPs (30 mg/kg) significantly increased the number of white blood cells (WBCs) compared to the control group. Lymphocytes’ count in all groups was increased significantly compared to the control group (P<0.05) whereas other CBC parameters remained unchanged. Conclusion: The prepared EP-Eudragit RS100 NPs by electrospray technique caused significant reinforcement in the immunostimulatory effects of the extract of E. purpurea.
Community Health Workers’ Role in Preventing and Controlling the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Fattahi Hamed , Raeisi Alireza , Tabrizi Jafar Sadegh , Farrokhi Babak , Rahbar Mohamadreza
Published: August 2022

Background. The outbreak of COVID-19 in Iran in February 2019 prompted the Iran’s health system to plan for pandemic prevention and control. The national mobilization program (NMP) against COVID-19 was devised to support the sick and vulnerable and promote community awareness and skills regarding the crisis. This study aimed to investigate the role of community health workers (CHWs) in preventing and controlling the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods. The present study is a descriptive cross-sectional study. The census method was used to study 30,034 rural health workers (RHW) and 22,573 urban health workers (UHW) working in medical universities. The required data were extracted using the integrated health system and the portal of the Ministry of Health and Medical Education's Primary Health Network Management Center and were analyzed using descriptive and analytical statistical methods. Results. More than 78 million people were screened during the first phase of the NMP , more than 42 million during the second phase, and more than 59 million during the third phase. In addition, by the end of the fourth phase of the NMP, 4,278,899 highly vulnerable individuals were screened. According to the health system's report, CHWs administered 28,073,777 vaccines since the implementation of the fifth step (until 04.09.2021) Conclusion. Considering the facilities and capabilities of primary health care networks in providing prevention, diagnostic, and treatment services, the activity of the primary health network management center and all affiliated units in the implementation of the NMP has been significant since the beginning of this pandemic. Inadequacies in human resources, financial resources, and training planning should all be considered.
Effect of Music on Pain, Anxiety and Physiological Parameters among Postoperative Sternotomy Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Ganesan Prabu , Manjini Kumari Jayaram , Bathala Vedagiri Sai Chandran
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Music is a non-invasive, inexpensive and non-pharmacological nursing intervention that has no side effects and can be effective when provided alongside the routine care in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery (CTVS) ward and intensive care unit (ICU). The objective of the study was to assess the effect of music on pain, anxiety and physiological parameters among the post-operative sternotomy patients from CTVS ward and ICU in Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, India. Methods: A randomized controlled trial research design was used to conduct the study among 70 post-operative sternotomy patients. The pain score, and anxiety level were recorded using Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) and post-operative anxiety scale, with the physiological parameters recorded for both groups before the music intervention, after the first post-operative day, and after the intervention on seventh post-operative day. Data were analyzed by SPSS software version 23. Results: There was a marked reduction in the mean score of pain, anxiety, systolic and diastolic blood pressure (SBP & DBP), heart rate and respiratory rate in the study group as compared to the control group. There was a significant difference between the mean score of pain, anxiety, SBP, DBP, heart rate, respiratory rate and oxygen saturation in both groups after the intervention. Conclusion: Music was found to be effective on pain, anxiety, diastolic blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen saturation among post-operative sternotomy patients. Thus, it is essential to include music as a tool in post-operative care.
Development and Psychometric Evaluation of the Elderly Dignity Questionnaire
Authors: Nouri Azadeh , Esmaeili Roghayeh , Ashk Torab Tahereh
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Respect for dignity is the core of nursing. Dignity assessment improves nurses’ understanding of the level of people’s need for it. Yet, there is no valid and reliable culturally-appropriate instrument for dignity assessment among elderly people in Iran. This study aimed to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Elderly Dignity Questionnaire (EDQ). Methods: The methodological study, EDQ items were generated based on the results of a qualitative study with conventional content analysis approach into dignity and the existing literature. For qualitative and quantitative face and content validity assessments, ten experts rated item then, item impact score and content validity ratio and index were calculated. Construct validity of EDQ was assessed via the exploratory factor analysis and using the data collected from 200 elderly people. Criterion validity was tested using the Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale. Reliability testing was performed via the internal consistency and the test-retest stability assessments and data was collected from twenty elderly. Data were analyzed using SPSS software version 13. Results: Factor analysis loaded the forty items on six factors. factor six was combined with factor five due to its limited number of items. The five factors were labeled as roles and responsibilities (twelve items), familial and social relationships (seven items), self-dignity (ten items), authorization (four items), independence, and integrity (seven items). The Cronbach’s alpha and the intraclass correlation coefficient of EDQ were 0.91 and 0.86, respectively. Conclusion: This study confirms EDQ’s validity and reliability. Thus, this questionnaire can be used for dignity in the elderly.
The effect of remifentanil on hemodynamic response to laryngeal mask airway insertion in induction of anesthesia with propofol fentanyl or propofol ketamine in cataract surgery
Authors: Shetabi Hamidreza , Adinehmehr Leili , Faezeh Sharifi
Published: August 2022

Background. Induction of general anesthesia may cause hemodynamic instability. Remifentanil is often prescribed to suppress the hemodynamic response to anesthesia. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of remifentanil on hemodynamic response to induction of anesthesia with propofol fentanyl or propofol ketamine and laryngeal mask airway (LMA) insertion. Methods. This double-blind randomized clinical trial study was performed on 44 candidates for cataract surgery in Feyz Hospital, Isfahan, Iran from March to June 2020. Patients were randomly assigned into two groups using random allocation software. The first group received 1 mcg/kg fentanyl and the second group received 0.5 mg/kg ketamine. Also, both groups received 1 mg/kg propofol and 0.5 mcg/kg remifentanil intravenously. Hemodynamic parameters were measured and recorded at study times, and the results were analyzed statistically. Results. The mean age (P=0.199), weight (P=0.050), height (P=0.9), and frequency distribution of gender (0.763) and American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score (0.069) were not significantly different between the two groups. Systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), and mean arterial pressure (MAP) in fentanyl group were significantly lower than the ketamine group immediately before LMA insertion, as well as 1, 3, and 5 minutes after LMA insertion (P <0.050). In addition, the mean heart rate (HR) in the fentanyl group decreased significantly at different time (P<0.001), but no significant difference was observed in ketamine group (P=0.056). In addition, the mean HR did not differ significantly between the two groups in any of the follow-up times (P>0.050). Conclusion. Intravenous administration of remifentanil in induction of anesthesia with propofol-ketamine and propofol-fentanyl reduced changes in hemodynamic responses to LMA insertion. This hemodynamic stability was increased by adding remifentanil to the propofol-ketamine combination. Practical Implications. Remifentanil is associated with weakening of hemodynamic responses to LMA insertion in induction of anesthesia with propofol and ketamine or propofol and fentanyl; this effect can be associated with safety in cardiac patients.
The prevalence, electrophysiologic feature, and outcome of obstetric brachial plexus injury in East Azerbaijan province, Iran
Authors: Toopchizadeh Vahideh , Mirghafourvand Mojgan , Sarrafi Somayyeh , Sarmad Zahra , Abdollahi Nafiseh Ghassab , Tabrizi Shirin Osouli , Farshbaf-Khalili Azizeh
Published: August 2022

Background. Obstetric brachial plexus injury (OBPI) occurs as a result of excessive stretching of the baby's neck and an increase in cervical and shoulder angle during the second stage of labor. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, electrophysiological panel, and motor outcome of cervical paralysis in East Azerbaijan province, Iran during 2008-2018. Methods. The total number of deliveries was obtained by census method. The annual relative frequency of OBPI was calculated using the medical records of children with this injury. Then, the electrophysiological findings and Modified Mallet Classification System (MMCS) were extracted. Results. The prevalence of OBPI during 2008-2018 was 0.026% in East Azerbaijan province. The involved nerve roots were C5 and C6 in 59.6% of cases, C5, C6, and C7 in 28.4% of cases, and wider injuries were observed in 12% following C5 to T1 involvement. No significant association was found between electrophysiological findings and MMCS in children with OBPI (P>0.05). Conclusion. Due to the sudden increase in OBPI since 2017, it seems necessary to pay special attention and take preventive measures in this regard. Practical Implications. Due to the increasing prevalence of OBPI compared to previous years, it is necessary to take the necessary measures to prevent this injury in vaginal delivery.
Effect of Juglans regia L. Ridge on Blood Lipids in Type 2 Diabetic Patients with Dyslipidemia: A Double-blind Placebo-Controlled Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Mirshekari Mehrzad , Zargaran Arman , Shirzad Nooshin , Hemmatabadi Mahboobeh , Khanavi Mahnaz , Ebrahimpur Mahbube , Afra Fatemeh , Namazi Soha
Published: August 2022

Background: Dyslipidemia and diabetes mellitus are two important risk factors for coronary artery disease and stroke. Traditionally, herbal remedies like walnut were used to treat dyslipidemia. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of Juglans regia L. (J. regia L.) internal septum extract (ISE) on lipid profile of patients with type 2 diabetes. Methods: After preparing hydroalcoholic ISE, Folin-Ciocalteau (FC) and AlCl3 colorimetric methods were used to determine total phenolic content (TPC) and total flavonoid content (TFC), respectively. In a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled trial, 86 diabetic patients with dyslipidemia were randomly divided into equal groups and received ISE or placebo capsules 1500 mg/day for 12 weeks. Lipid profile, LFT, SCr, urea, hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), blood pressure (BP), weight, waist and waist to hip ratio (WHR) were determined at baseline and after 12 weeks. The paired sample t-test and independent sample t-test were performed to compare the differences within and among the groups, respectively. This study was registered in the Iranian registry of clinical trials (IRCT ID: IRCT20201227049850N1). Results: The mean (SD) of TPC and TFC were measured based on 74.57 (5.20) milligram gallic acid equivalent/gram of dry extract (mg GAE/g DE) and 14.11 (2.73) mg quercetin equivalent/g of DE (mg QE/g DE), respectively. During the trial, 26 patients lost follow-up, and the study continued with remaining 60 patients. After intervention, there were no significant differences in LDL-C (p=0.44), total cholesterol (TC) (p=0.42), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) (p=0.99), triglyceride (TG) (p =0.32) and Lp(a) (p=0.55) between two groups. Moreover, no significant (p>0.05) changes were observed in HbA1c, LFT, SCr, urea, BP, weight, waist, and WHR among the groups after 12 weeks. Conclusion: Our findings showed J.regia L. ISE had no significant effect on lipid profile compared to placebo. Moreover, no adverse effect was observed on liver and kidney function tests.
PENGARUH KUALITAS PEMERINTAHAN TERHADAP PENANAMAN MODAL ASING
Authors: Drajat Estu Unggul
Published: August 2022

Penelitian ini bermaksud menganalisis pengaruh kualitas pemerintahan terhadap Penanaman Modal Asing di negara ASEAN. Penelitian ini memakai data sekunder yang bersumber pada The Worldwide Governance Indicators (WGI) project.  Data dianalisis menggunakan alat uji EViews 7 dengan metode kuantitatif. Sampel di penelitian ini yaitu negara ASEAN yang berjumlah 10 negara meliputi Malaysia, Singapura, Indonesia, Filipina, Laos, Vietnam, Brunei Darussalam, Myanmar, Thailand, dan Kamboja dengan tahun pengamatan 2009 sampai 2013. Hasil penelitian ini memperlihatkan indikator aturan hukum serta hak bersuara dan akuntabilitasberpengaruh signifikan positif terhadap PMA. Sedangkan indikator efektivitas pemerintahan, stabilitas politik, kontrol korupsi, dan kualitas regulasi tidak mempengaruhi PMA.
Kajian Penentuan Sistem Pusat Pelayanan Kawasan Perkotaan di Kecamatan Jatinangor
Authors: Fasa Achmad Saeful , Revayanti Ina
Published: August 2022

Perkotaan merupakan kawasan pemukiman yang secara fisik ditunjukan oleh kumpulan permukiman dan memiliki fasilitas untuk mendukung kehidupan warganya secara mandiri. Jatinangor merupakan kecamatan yang terdapat di Kabupaten Sumedang yang sudah mencirikan Kawasan Perkotaan. Untuk dapat mengoptimalkan perkembangan kawasan perkotaan di Kecamatan Jatinangor, maka sistem pusat pelayanan kawasan perlu diarahkan ke dalam rencana tata ruang kawasan. Metode data pada penelitian menggunakan teknik observasi dan untuk metode analisis yang digunakan pada penelitian menggunakan deskritif kuantitatif. Hasil akhir dari penelitian ini adalah hierarki pusat pelayanan kawasan di Kecamatan Jatinangor yang terdiri dari 12 Desa terbagi kedalam tiga hierarki pusat pelayanan. Hierarki pertama yaitu Pusat Pertumbuhan Kawasan yang terdiri dari Desa Hegarmanah, Cipacing, Sayang, Cikeruh, dan CIbeusi. Kemudian hierarki kedua adalah Pusat Kegiatan Perindustrian yang terdiri dari Desa Cintamulya, Jatimukti, Mekargalih, dan Cisempur.untuk hirari yang ketiga yaitu Pusat Permukiman yang terletak di Desa Jatiroke, Cileles, dan Cilayung. Bentuk struktur Pusat Pelayanan Perkotaan Jatinangor merupakan konsep konsentris, dengan pola perkembangan perkotan berada di tengah-tengah kawasa sebagai daerah pusat kawasan. Bentuk struktur Perkotaan Jatinangor pembangunan konsep konsentris, pola perkembangan kotanya berada di tengah-tengah Perkotaan Jatinangor sebagai daerah pusat Kawasan
Distribución del financiamiento partidario: dos tesis constitucionales
Authors: Brenes Villalobos Luis Diego
Published: August 2022

El Tribunal Supremo de Elecciones, mediante resolución n.° 1456-E8-2018, aclaró los alcances del artículo 96.2 constitucional respecto del derecho que a la contribución estatal tienen los partidos políticos. Dos tesis se exponen: el criterio de mayoría reconoce ese derecho, respecto de los partidos nacionales, únicamente a los que logren el 4 % de los votos válidos a escala nacional; en tesis de minoría se defiende que cualquier partido, independientemente de su escala nacional o provincial, que consiga ese umbral del 4 % de los votos en una o varias provincias, individualmente consideradas, también tiene derecho a la contribución del Estado. El ensayo repasa ambas lecturas, con énfasis en la segunda, cual caso típico de interpretación de norma constitucional electoral con una incidencia real en el reparto final que se hace de la deuda política
Los efectos de la pandemia en el sistema democrático peruano: la organización de las Elecciones Bicentenario
Authors: Corvetto Salinas Piero Alessandro
Published: August 2022

Una de las características principales de la democracia es la celebración de elecciones competitivas y transparentes. Para ello, la administración electoral planifica y ejecuta estrategias, además de buenas prácticas que permitan a las y los ciudadanos ejercer su derecho al sufragio en comicios libres, seguros y justos. A inicios de 2020, la propagación y el contagio de la COVID-19 en diferentes países del mundo alteraron no solo patrones de conducta de la ciudadanía, sino también la vida democrática. En algunos casos, la pandemia produjo la suspensión o retraso de las elecciones nacionales, municipales y/o consultas populares, así como la ejecución de estos procesos mediante la aplicación de protocolos sanitarios. En 2021, Perú llevó a cabo dos jornadas electorales nacionales para elegir los cargos de presidencia, vicepresidencias, Congreso de la República y Parlamento Andino. En ambos casos, la Oficina Nacional de Procesos Electorales (ONPE) dispuso la aplicación de protocolos y otras medidas para el desarrollo de estos comicios. Así, el accionar de la ONPE buscaba resolver dos preocupaciones generalizadas: la posibilidad de una menor participación electoral y el aumento del número de contagios. De esta manera, este artículo pretende presentar las actividades y buenas prácticas desarrolladas por dicha institución, en el marco de las Elecciones Bicentenario, frente a la mencionada pandemia y cómo estas afectaron la participación electoral y el número de casos detectados con COVID-19. Estos dos indicadores servirán para demostrar la efectividad de los protocolos implementados.
La complementariedad de las fuentes del ordenamiento jurídico y el principio de cooperación armónica
Authors: Matarrita Arroyo Mario
Published: August 2022

Costarricense, abogado y criminólogo, correo mmatarrita@tse.go.cr. Doctor en Derecho por la Universidad Pompeu Fabra (España), donde también se desempeñó como docente e investigador en el Área de Derecho Constitucional. Estudiante del Doctorado en Derecho de la Universidad de Costa Rica y máster en Justicia Constitucional y licenciado en Derecho por esa misma casa de estudios superiores, donde también es docente.
Autocracy promotion in Latin America:
Authors: Monegol Rosella
Published: August 2022

The following article will examine the phenomenon of autocracy promotion in Latin America, focusing on Cuba and Venezuela, two countries that have played an active role in the region with the aim of increasing their influence, trying to export the political ideology and extreme left economic institutions that still characterises them. The main historical events of the two countries will be pointed out, which is essential to understand the nature of the close relationship between them. Furthermore, the article will highlight the main consequences of this alliance, both at regional and international level, it will show how the cooperation between Cuba and Venezuela has reached all fields, economic, political, social and military and it will examine the main tools used to achieve common goals and interests. There are many important issues to take into account when we talk about autocracy promotion: this paper focuses on the cases in which this phenomenon was successful, highlighting how the Venezuelan and Cuban influence has transformed many countries. Finally, an analysis of the current Latin American scenario will be carried out.
democracia a prueba:
Authors: Ferri María Noel
Published: August 2022

Reseña de: La democracia a prueba: los años que votamos en pandemia en las Américas, compilado por Cintia Pinillos, Esteban Iglesias, Juan Bautista Lucca y Osvaldo Iazzetta
TEETH AS A SOURCE OF DNA FOR FORENSIC INVESTIGATION - A REVIEW
Authors: Nayyer Saisha , Jaiswal A K
Published: August 2022

Teeth are one of the most resilient structures in the human body, with respect to incineration, immersion, trauma, mutilation, and decomposition, and thus, are used in forensic investigations. Hard tissues like Teeth apart from bones are rich sources of DNA. The calcified nature of bones and teeth helps to keep them preserved when other parts of the body are destroyed or degraded in mass disasters. Teeth are frequently chosen sources of DNA because of their special makeup and location within the jawbone, which offers more protection to DNA than bones. Teeth with larger pulp and multi-root contain many pulp cells and have more tooth cementum, compared to single-root teeth. Regardless of the sort of laboratory process adopted or the time since death, studies have shown that molars and premolars are suitable candidates for obtaining DNA profiles. The aim of this article is to collate all information regarding tools and methodologies pertaining to isolating DNA from tooth samples and highlighting its importance in forensic science. This article puts forth a literature review referring to the main studies on DNA from the tooth that involve the utilization of teeth for purposes like human identification, all the while making an overview of the evolution of this technology in the last years, highlighting the importance of techniques used to isolate and analyse DNA from teeth in forensic sciences.