bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Optimization of 4-Bac Extra Probiotics Dosage for Enhanced Productivity in Broiler Chickens Using a Quadratic Polynomial Response Model
Authors: MM Ari
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to determine the optimal dosage of 4-Bac Extra probiotics supplementation for broiler chickens using performance traits and a quadratic polynomial response model. A total of 180 Arbor Acre broiler chickens were randomly assigned to three treatment groups, replicated three times, representing 0% (T1), 0.25% (T2), and 0.50% (T3) probiotics supplementation. The birds were raised in a deep litter system and provided with ad libitum access to feed and water. During the starter phase, the 0.25% probiotics treatment group exhibited significantly higher feed intake and improved feed conversion ratio compared to the 0% and 0.50% groups. Additionally, the broilers in the 0.25% group showed significantly higher final body weight. However, the cost per kilogram of weight gain and cost of production were significantly higher in the 0.50% group compared to the 0% and 0.25% groups. Quadratic regression analysis revealed significant relationships between feed intake and probiotics dosage, as well as the week of production. The optimal feed intake, probiotics dosage, and week of production were determined to be 260g/week, 0.024g/day, and 7 weeks, respectively. In conclusion, the optimum dosage of 4-Bac Extra probiotics supplementation for broiler chickens is 0.024g per day for optimal performance characteristics. This study provides valuable insights into improving broiler chicken productivity and cost efficiency through optimized probiotics supplementation.
A Study on Efficacy of Kalium Phosphoricum 6x and Sabal Serrulata 30c in Increasing the Rate of Growth and Yielding Capacity in Raphanus sativus
Authors: M Viswasree
Published: January 2024

Agro-Homeopathy, inspired by the principles of homeopathy aimed at enhancing self-healing abilities in living organisms, explores the potential of potentized remedies to manage and prevent diseases in crops. This study evaluates the efficacy of Kalium Phosphoricum 6X and Sabal Serrulata 30C in enhancing the growth and yield capacity of Raphanus sativus (Radish). This research findings indicate that Kalium Phosphoricum 6X has a limited impact on promoting growth, while Sabal Serrulata 30C exhibits inhibitory properties, with no significant growth observed. These results also reveal the positive influence of NPK organic fertilizer in improving germination and growth. However, further research is necessary to understand and enhance the effects of Sabal Serrulata 30C in agricultural applications.
Re-Amputations of Atherosclerotic Cause in Non-Diabetic Patients and Associated Factors
Authors: Zamora José Luis Cabrera
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Peripheral arterial disease together with coronary disease and cerebrovascular disease are the result of atherosclerotic disease and constitute one of the main causes of morbidity, mortality and disability. Objectives: Estimate the frequency of re amputations and identify the factors associated with it. Material and Methods: Descriptive, ambispective, observational study in all the amputee patients, who were successively reamputed in the period from September 2018 to June 2022. The main variable of the study was the frequency of reamputation. Secondary output variables: time, associated factors: (arterial hypertension, ischemic heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, chronic kidney disease), age, sex, presence of ulcer or ischemic gangrene. Results: Arterial hypertension turned out to be an associated risk factor. Ipsilateral reamputation based on the location of the original amputation demonstrated that the risk of suffering is high for toe, transmetatarsal, and infracondylar amputations; Gangrene predominated as a triggering factor for reamputees and age proved to be a determining factor for reamputation. Conclusions: The frequency of reamputation in general was 35% in amputee patients. The risk of ipsilateral reamputation was shown to be high for toe, transmetatarsal, and infracondylar amputations. Survival of the ipsi lateral limb, in 75% of the amputee patients received a re-amputation at a year and a half (548 days).
Pulmonary Thromboembolism in the Intermediate PostOperative Period of Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy for an Adrenocortical Adenoma with Cushing’s Syndrome
Authors: Lapitan Raul L
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Cushing’s Syndrome is a constellation of clinical features resulting from chronic exposure to excess glucocorticoids. This is suggested to induce hypercoagulability, which results in a 10-fold increase in the risk for venous thromboembolic events. It results from an increased production of procoagulant factors and impaired fibrinolytic, leading to decreased activated partial thromboplastin time and increased clot lysis time. However, reported events are quite rare and majority of which occur in the post-operative setting. A systematic review done in 2009 by Zaane, et al., discussed that there is up to a 1.5% incidence of venous thromboembolism after transsphenoidal surgery and 0.3-3% after laparoscopic adrenalectomy. Despite this, it is still up to debate whether thromboprophylaxis should be instituted post-operatively among these patients. Discussion: The case is a 42-year-old Filipino, female, with Cushing’s Syndrome readmitted because of generalized body weakness, seven days after laparoscopic adrenalectomy of a left adrenocortical adenoma. After correction of electrolytes and further evaluation, findings suggested the possibility of an infection of the post-operative site. This was confirmed with a whole abdominal CT scan with contrast. She was then managed conservatively with antibiotics. The study was repeated four days after for surveillance of the abscess site. It showed incidental findings of diffuse thromboembolism on the right main pulmonary artery and its segmental branches, right common iliac vein, internal iliac vein, superior gluteal vein, and left ovarian vein. No hypotension, dyspnea, syncope, leg pain, or swelling was noted during this period. Findings were confirmed through CT Angiography of Pulmonary Arteries. Furthermore, no right ventricular dysfunction was noted on 2D echo. She was then treated with loading dose of Rivaroxaban and eventually sent home well after resolution of infection and maintained on anticoagulation
Muskin the Amazing Potential of Mushroom in Human Life
Authors: WA Elkhateeb
Published: January 2024

Fungi are an understudied, biotechnologically valuable group of organisms, due to the huge range of habitats that fungi inhabit; fungi represent great promise for their application in biotechnology and industry. The objective of this review is to highlight on mushroom-substrate combinations that are most suitable for further exploration and development of potential materials. Fungi (Mushroom) as a raw material for leather substitutes provide a cost-effective, socially and environmentally sound alternative to bovine and synthetic leather (Muskin) and are of particular interest to sustainability-conscious consumers and companies as well as to the vegan community.
A Comparative Study and Quantitative Characterization of Hydrachna Globosa, Hydryphantes Dispar and Limnesia Fulgida (Acari, Hydrachnidia) Species through Spectrophotometric Techniques
Authors: F Asci
Published: January 2024

This study has been so far the first attempt of biomolecular investigation on three water mite species, namely, Hydrachna globosa, Hydryphantes dispar and Limnesia fulgida. UV-Vis spectroscopy was used to determine vibration frequencies of different biomolecules, and FTIR spectrum ranges were used to characterize the functional groups of different biochemical substances. A comparative study was performed to understand similarities and/or differences between these three species, based on the qualitative and quantitative analyses of various biocompounds. Despite having similar functional groups in all of them, significant similarities between H. dispar and L. fulgida were found in terms of UV–Vis absorbance peaks, IR graphical patterns and absorption percentage (%). On the other hand, although these three species comprise distinctive morphological features, H. dispar and L. fulgida were observed to be closer considering their body lengths, whereas H. globosa was identified to be the largest among these mites. In addition to the noble findings, this investigation will contribute to the identification and characterization of other water mites too
Involvement of Secondary Metabolites and Extracellular Lytic Enzymes Produced by Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria in Inhibiting the Soilborne Pathogens in Faba Bean Plants
Authors: Manal SM Khalil
Published: January 2024

Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) viz. Pseudomonas fluorrescens, Bacillus megaterium, B. subtilis, and B. cereus and their metabolic products may play a pivotal role in controlling root rot and wilt diseases in faba bean plants caused by Rhizctonia solani, Fusarium solani, F. oxysporium, Macrophomia phaseolina and promote plant growth under greenhouse and field conditions. Cell cultures, extracellular metabolites, volatile metabolites of all tested PGPR strains were suppressed the linear growth of all tested pathogenic fungi in vitro. P. fluorescens followed by B. megaterium were more active than B. subtilis and B. cereus in reduction of the tested fungi radial growth. All PGPR strains were able to produce IAA, HCN, siderophore, Ammonia in media growth. P. fluorescens produced the highest levels of cyanide hydrogen and ammonia followed by B. subtilis, while the higher level of IAA was produced by B. subtilis followed by Ps. fluorescens. Also, B. megaterium was the most PGPR strain produced siderophore followed by Ps. fluorescens. All the tested PGPR strains successfully solubilized inorganic phosphate on Pikovskya’s agar medium. Also, all plant growth promoting rhizobacteria strains (PGPR) were able to produce mycolytic enzymes viz. cellulase, chitinase β-1,3-glucanase, amylase and protease except B. cereus and B. megaterium not able to produce protease and amylase. B. megaterium recorded the highest activities of chitinase, β-1,3-glucanase, while, B. cereus produced the lowest levels of all tested enzymes.
A Protocol for Managing Watery Eyes in Patients with Punctal Stenosis
Authors: S Irfan
Published: January 2024

Purpose • To elucidate all factors resulting in watery eyes in patients with punctal stenosis. • To treat these factors pre-operatively and post-operatively following a horizontal 3-snip punctoplasty to achieve surgical success. Methods: 77 consecutive cases presenting to a tertiary care oculoplastics centre with watery eyes due to punctal stenosis/ occlusion were included. The clinical type of stenois/occlusion was identified. Co-existing factors causing lacrimation and epiphora, besides punctal stenosis, were identified and treated preoperatively. All cases had a rectangular 3-snip punctoplasty followed by repeated punctal dilatation in clinic, weekly for one month, and then 2 monthly for 6 months. The anti-inflammatory therapy was continued post-operatively for 2-4 months. Results: All cases had severe watery eyes (Munk grade 4-5). 69 cases (89.6 %) cases were on steroid-antibiotic topical therapy for recurrent blepharitis, while 12 cases (15.7%) were on anti-glaucoma therapy. 58 cases (75.3%) had previously failed punctoplasty. Ocular surface inflammatory disease (OSD) was present in all 77 cases (100%) causing lacrimation. It was notably severe in cases with pinpoint punctae. Membranous punctal occlusion was more common in the elderly patients with less severe OSD. Repeated punctal dilatation was necessary to maintain punctal patency post-operatively, achieving success rate of 97.4%, and 100% patient satisfaction. Conclusion: Disturbed balance between tear production and its drainage exists in patients with watery eyes. A protocol is suggested to restore that balance in patients with punctal stenosis: • Thorough clinical assessment, identifying factors causing lacrimation and treating them pre-operatively. • Identifying lower lid margin pathology that may be contributing to epiphora besides punctal stenosis and correcting it simultaneously with punctoplasty. • Rectangular 3-snip punctoplasty should be the preferred surgical procedure as it maintains the structure and function of the punctum. • Repeated punctal dilatation post-operatively and continued topical anti-inflammatory therapy to avoid punctal re-stenosis. • Patient education regarding recurrent nature of OSD and its early treatment to prevent punctal re-stenosis
Knowledge and Attitudes of the Population in Parakou Regarding Endemic Limbo- Conjunctivitis of the Tropics in 2022
Authors: ALFA BIO ISSIFOU Amadou
Published: January 2024

Conjunctivitis is a worldwide public health problem and is particularly widespread in sub-Saharan Africa, especially the vernal kerato-conjunctivitis (VKC). Although it is not the main cause of functional visual impairment, especially in children. The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge and attitudes of the population of Parakou in Benin regarding VKC in 2022. Method: This was a descriptive cross-sectional survey conducted over one month in the district of Parakou in August 2022. Three-level cluster sampling was done and included participants aged 18 and over. Data were collected via individual interviews using a smartphone-based electronic questionnaire. Statistical analysis used Stata 15, including bivariate analysis and logistic regression for associations. Results: Of the 750 participants, 66% were female, with an average age of 29.5 years. Non-educated participants accounted for 54.93%, and 31.73% were craftsmen. Knowledge of the VKC was good in 16.80% of cases, while attitudes were favorable in 69.33%. Multivariate analysis showed that gender was associated with knowledge (higher risk for women). Attitudes were influenced by sex, marital status and level of education. Conclusion: Awareness of the VKC is low at Parakou in Republic of Benin, despite favorable attitudes. Women are at greater risk of poor knowledge. The final model proved adequate, underlining the importance of raising awareness of the VKC to improve people's knowledge and attitudes.
Future Therapeutic Options for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
Authors: Farah Humam
Published: January 2024

Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) is a genetic disorder that results in low circulating levels of alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT). Low levels of AAT can result in damaged lung tissue, and pro-inflammatory state. The accumulation of polymerized Z-AAT protein within hepatocytes also causes cytotoxicity, resulting in liver cirrhosis. The current therapy includes weekly augmentation with plasma derived products. This has not proven to affect the progression of liver disease. Current research is targeting new modalities of treatment that will improve the progression of liver toxicity related to the polymerization of the Alpha-1 protein in the hepatocytes, in addition to offering patients more flexible treatment options, including oral therapy and less frequent intravenous infusions. These novel therapies include recombinant protein therapy, small molecule correctors, inhaled AAT therapy, RNA interference and monoclonal antibodies. The anti-inflammatory effect of Alpha-1 therapy is being explored in other disease states, including COVID-19 Pneumonia.
A Unique Case of Dexmedetomidine (Precedex) Induced Diabetes Insipidus in the ICU and Literature Review
Authors: Parikh Pranav R
Published: January 2024

Background: While there have been a few cases of dexmedetomidine induced polyuria mainly in the setting of anesthesia during surgery, there have been few reports of this serious complication in the ICU. Here, we present a unique case of Precedex induced diabetes insipidus and highlight the importance of its increased awareness considering the widespread use of this medication. Case Summary: We present a case of diabetes insipidus induced by Dexmedetomidine in the intensive care setting. The patient was admitted with acute respiratory failure requiring sedation and mechanical ventilation. The patient developed polyuria and severe hypernatremia during infusion of Precedex, the only one of its kind. The urine output decreased and the electrolyte abnormalities improved significantly after stopping the medication. A literature search was also conducted through the PubMed and SCOPUS databases with the search terms “dexmedetomidine” AND “polyuria.” All found articles were included in the review, but full-texts for two were not accessible. Factors analyzed included infusion rate of dexmedetomidine, onset of diuresis relative to infusion, the setting (ICU, surgery, etc.), and other methods of sedation used in the patient’s care. Conclusion: As dexmedetomidine is used more frequently in intensive care units throughout the world, critical care physicians should become increasingly aware of this potentially severe side effect of the drug and should closely monitor urine output, osmolality and serum electrolytes while patients receive the drug.
Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis a Clinico-Epidemiological Perspective from a Tertiary Care Centre
Authors: Devi HJ Gayathr
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Tuberculosis is a major global health problem. India accounts for one-fifth of the worldwide incidence of tuberculosis. The proportion of Extra-Pulmonary Tuberculosis among all TB cases varies from country to country. In India, Extra-Pulmonary tuberculosis accounted for 15%-20% of all forms of Tuberculosis. There are sparse data describing the epidemiology of Extra-Pulmonary Tuberculosis, hence this study was done in a tertiary care centre. Methodology: A retrospective longitudinal study was conducted at a tertiary care centre from 2012 to 2016. It included 297 consecutive patients aged>18 years, with a confirmed diagnosis of Extra-Pulmonary Tuberculosis. Demographics, clinical information, investigations, imaging, organ involvement, the mode of diagnosis and time to diagnosis were noted from medical records. Treatment offered and the outcome was analysed. Results: Mean age of the patients was 41 years with majority being young adults. The most common type of EPTB was TB Pleural effusion, followed by Spine and Meninges. The most common modality of diagnosis was Pleural aspiration followed by clinico-radiological and biopsy. The time taken for diagnosis of Skeletal TB was the longest. A total of 287 (96.63%) patients were initiated on anti-tuberculosis treatment after establishing the diagnosis. Conclusion: Early diagnosis of EPTB is challenging due to its atypical presentation. EPTB is prevalent even amongst those without immunocompromising conditions. The delay in diagnosis noted in this study is largely on account of patients presenting late to the hospital, thus making education and awareness programs for the general population imperative in bringing down morbidity and mortality associated with the condition.
COVID-19-Challenges but also Benefits
Authors: Avramov Toma
Published: January 2024

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live and put health systems and economics around the world under stress. It caused about 598 million cases and resulted in about 6.4 million deaths worldwide. In recent decades, we have seen extraordinary progress in the field of biomedical knowledge as well as in the study of emerging new viral pathogens. New outbreaks of infection in different geographical areas have led to the isolation of a large number of highly pathogenic viruses belonging to the families Filoviridae, Arenaviridae, Bunyaviridae, Paramyxoviridae, Coronaviridae, Flaviviridae, Togaviridae and Hepeviridae, which have a zoonotic origin. Zoonoses are diseases transmitted from animals to humans and pose a serious threat. The development of protective and therapeutic measures against the spread of SARS-CoV-2 is an important part of tackling the problem, but only when we clarify the interrelationship in the interaction between viral and bacterial pathogens, the human microbiota, immunity and our way of life. Conclusion: Infectious diseases are among the strongest causes of selective pressures driving human evolution. Understanding the possible interactions between viral and bacterial pathogens on the one hand and the human microbiota and genome will allow us to correctly use pharmacological, non-pharmacological and dietary interventions to predict and control the risk in the course of such diseases. Genetics in the coming decades will likely allow us to identify loci characterizing the genetic variation of immune-related genes to understand the dynamics of human immunity formation. Adopting a One health approach to public health is of great importance. The human population is only a small, albeit important, part of the Earth's ecosystem. The relationship between human health and animal health must be taken into account, as was suggested to us during the last pandemic.
Satisfaction Level and Mental Status among the Rohingya Refugees in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
Authors: Islam Md. Ariful
Published: January 2024

In Cox’s bazar, more over a million Rohingya refugees are currently residing in extremely precarious living conditions. They are all struggling to meet their bare necessities. This survey was carried out to better understand the current situation of Rohingyas, including their level of contentment and mental health. This study also looked at whether the participants wanted to return to their country of origin, their main problems, and how happy they were with the distribution of NGO/INGOs. This study will assist local, national, and international players in managing Rohingya refugees in Cox Bazar, Bangladesh, according to their requirements and in taking the necessary actions to return them to their homes.
Occurrence of Postpartum Anestrus and Estrus Behaviour in Hormonal Treated Buffaloes of Jabalpur
Authors: Mishra Renuka , Baja Nitin Kumar , Vishvakarma Shashank , Mishra Ashutosh , Yadav Anand Kumar , Maravi Pushpendra , Bisen Abhishek
Published: January 2024

The present study was conducted during June to December, 2022 at the Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Nanaji Deshmukh Veterinary Science University, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India to study the occurrence of postpartum anestrus and compare the intensity of estrus in anestrus and estrus induced buffaloes of Jabalpur (M.P.). A total of 120 postpartum buffaloes (5–10 years of age) reared under field conditions in the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh were surveyed. The buffaloes with a history of not showing signs of estrus for 60 days or more postpartum were considered as open animals for the study of the occurrence of postpartum anestrus. Gynaeco-clinical examination was also carried out to know the status of ovaries (presence of follicle or corpus luteum). These animals were randomly divided into four groups (three treatments and one control group) and each group had 06 anestrus buffaloes. Group I, II and III were treated with CIDR plus Ovsynch, CIDR plus Cosynch and eCG plus Cosynch protocols, respectively, while the control group (Group IV) animals were not given any treatment. The results revealed that the occurrence of postpartum anestrus in buffaloes was 69.10%. The percentage of postpartum buffaloes with 60–90 days, 90–150 days and more than 150 days postpartum were recorded to be 25.30, 45.78 and 28.91%, respectively. Irrespective of treatment groups, the overall estrus intensity ranged from 58–92 with a mean estrus intensity score of 70.58±2.89. Estrus intensity scoring is a good tool to describe the intensity of estrus which has a positive relationship with fertility.
Contextualização da Especialidade de Medicina Desportiva em Portugal: Resultados de um Censo Elaborado pelo Colégio de Especialidade em 2022
Authors:   Sociedade portuguesa de Medicina Desportiva, Jones Henrique , Marques José Pedro ,   Sociedade portuguesa de Medicina Desportiva
Published: January 2024

The understanding of the reality, and specify, of sports medicine specialists, in Portugal, continues to unravel in most of the aspects in relationship with its practice. The previous Portuguese Sports Medicine College Board decided to better understand that reality through a census among the Portuguese specialists in the year of 2022. The goals were to quantify and characterize the specialists and understand the age profile, geographic distribution, professional links, sports medicine involvement, concerns, and suggestions, to better understand the Portuguese Sports Medicine reality and justify the appropriate measures to improve performance and assistance results.
Patologia Dermatológica em Atletas
Authors:   Serviço de Medicina Física e de Reabilitação do Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Central, Pereira André , Teixeira João ,   Serviço de Dermatologia do Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Coimbra, Loureiro Nuno ,   Departamento médico e de Performance do Sporting Clube de Portugal, Fortunato Jorge ,   Departamento médico e de Performance do Sporting Clube de Portugal, Araújo João Pedro ,   Departamento médico e de Performance do Sporting Clube de Portugal
Published: January 2024

Dermatological conditions are prevalent among elite athletes, affecting performance in different sports. The wide range of skin disease presentations makes the diagnosis challenging, although crucial for the implementation of effective treatment. Strategies for prevention and management of these lesions include education, the use of appropriate equipment, and close contact with dermatologist. Early diagnosis and intervention are essential in optimizing athlete performance and minimizing the impact of these diseases on their careers. This review offers a comprehensive analysis of skin lesions among elite athletes.
Entrevista
Authors: Ferreira António
Published: January 2024

“Comecei a jogar nos juvenis da Académica de Coimbra e continuei até chegar à Universidade. Quando terminei o curso, inscrevi-me no Mestrado de Medicina Desportiva e preparei a minha tese sobre o perfil antropométrico do jogador de râguebi, colaborando com os clubes de Coimbra. Dessa colaboração académica seguiu-se uma parceria profissional e, em 2012/13, assumi o Departamento Médico da AAC Rugby… Os atletas da modalidade apresentam perfis muito distintos. Naturalmente, isto cria desafios na abordagem ao exame físico, mas recordo que também eu fui jogador de râguebi e fisicamente não me posso considerar pequeno… Assim, apesar das limitações próprias na interpretação do exame físico resultantes das elevadas massas corporais destes atletas, não posso dizer que sinta reais dificuldades na sua execução.... Todos os atletas com quem tenho tido a sorte de trabalhar destacam-se por terem, globalmente, um comportamento ético e uma educação acima da média.... Todos os elogios seriam poucos para a organização médica do Campeonato do Mundo. Disponibilizarem em todos os recintos de treino material médico e de emergência, providenciarem equipamento e material de reabilitação em cada hotel,..”
Em Busca da Melhor Metodologia para Avaliação Cardíaca Pré-competitiva do Atleta Jovem
Authors:   Sociedade Portuguesa de Medicina Desportiva, Costa Ovídio
Published: January 2024

The aim of this text is to highlight the aspects of the study recently published in the European Heart Journal (Value of screening for the risk of sudden cardiac death in young competitive athletes) and the two comments and one editorial that followed it, which, due to their relevance and uniqueness, could drive future processes to optimise athlete screening methodologies, improving their efficiency, and reducing costs. This will require further studies with follow-up, the refinement of normality criteria and the implementation of immediate and effective resuscitation measures with automatic external defibrillation in all sports venues and gyms.
Conceptualising Doing Things
Authors: Schmitt Edwin , Macias Madison , Karwat Darshan
Published: January 2024

What happens when academics, who “conceptualise research questions”, and community groups, which aim to be “doing things”, collaborate? Building on STS research about collaboration, we focus on the collaborative experiences of three teams of academics and community groups to address environmental justice. Our research reveals a tension between the way two sets of actors understand the purpose and mode of science within environmental justice collaborations. We explain this tension by exploring the motivations of the academics and community group managers and by how team members arrived at a shared understanding of collaboration itself. Our findings reveal that the purpose and mode of science within the collaborations that unfolded can best be understood not as conceptualizing research questions or doing things, but rather as “conceptualizing doing things.” Recognizing this merged understanding of science could be beneficial in enhancing and accelerating the work of community group-academic collaborations labouring together to address environmental justice challenges.
Struktur, Isi, dan Kebahasaan Teks Posedur Siswa Kelas VII SMP Negeri 1 Sutera
Authors: Alvionita Mutiara , Anggraini Dewi
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this research is to describe the structure, to describe the contents, and to describe the language of procedure text for seventh-grade students of SMP Negeri 1 Sutera. This research applied qualitative with descriptive methods. The source of the data is written procedure text for seventh-grade students of SMP Negeri 1 Sutera. The data are collected through documentation studies. The data validation technique in this study is a triangulation technique (cross-check). The data were analyzed based on the aspects of structure, content, and linguistics of the procedure text. The results of the study concluded as follows. First, all the procedure texts have titles, only 23 have objectives, all 30 texts have tools or materials and steps, and on the closing part, students were not able to write a good closing of a procedure text. Second, in terms of content, it was found that there are 20 complete procedure texts and 10 incomplete procedure texts. Third, there are 113 appropriate imperative and 45 inappropriate imperative sentences, 63 correct adverbs, and 3 incorrect adverbs, and there are 385 correct conjunctions and 19 incorrect conjunctions.
Potret Keluarga dalam Novel Anak Sejuta Bintang Karya Akmal Nasery Basral
Authors: Hanifah Hanifah , Asri Yasnur
Published: January 2024

The purposes of the study were to describe and analyze the factors behind a parent's attitude toward the first child and to describe and analyze the level of volunteerism between the relationship between the parent and the first child in the novel with the social realities of the family in society. This is qualitative research with descriptive methods. The source of the data of this research is Akmal Nasery Basral’s novel, Anak Juta Bintang. This research data is the units of events in the novel. The result of the study shows that the factors behind the attitude of parents towards the first child are factors of birth order and culture. The realitytion, based on the level of excitement between the relationship of parents and the first child in the novel Children of a Million Stars with the social reality of the family in the community proved quite high. This conclusion directs the assessment recommendation that the novel Anak Juta Bintang is a novel that successfully reveals the social reality of society in family relationships.
The Relationship Of Interest In Participating Extracurricularies With The Discipline Of Scout Members At SMP Negeri 3 Padang
Authors: Hasanah Rizatul , Natsir MHD
Published: January 2024

This research was motivated by the low discipline of scout members at SMP Negeri 3 Padang, which was thought to be due to interest. This research aims to see a picture of interest in taking part in extracurriculars, see a picture of the discipline of scout members, and see the relationship between interest in taking part in extracurriculars and the discipline of scout members at SMP Negeri 3 Padang. This type of research is quantitative correlational. The population of this study was 24 active scout members from SMP Negeri 3 Padang. The sampling technique in this research was carried out using the target sampling method, so that the total sample taken by the researchers was 19 people. The data collection technique in this research is a questionnaire. Meanwhile, the data analysis method in this research is the Spearman Rank correlation method. The results of this research indicate that members' interest in participating in scout extracurriculars and the discipline of scout members is low and there is a relationship between interest in participating in extracurricular activities and the discipline of scout members at SMP Negeri 3 Padang. It is recommended that coaches be more creative in developing programs for scout extracurricular activities so that members' interest and discipline increases. Suggestions for future researchers are to be able to identify other variables besides interest in participating in extracurricular activities that can have an influence on the discipline of scout members. Keywords: Scouting Interests, Disciplines, Extracurriculars.
The Relationship Between Professional Competencies Instructor With Learning Outcomes For Sewing Training Participants in Rumah Pintar, Sarolangun District
Authors: Yolanda Nova , Ismaniar Ismaniar
Published: January 2024

This research was motivated by the low learning outcomes of sewing training participants in rumahpintar in Sarolangun Regency. This is thought to be due to the instructor's poor professionalcompetence, resulting in low learning outcomes for the training participants. This research aims to: 1)Find out the professional competence of instructors in sewing training participants in rumah pintar inSarolangun district. 2) Find out the learning outcomes of sewing training participants in theSarolangun district smart home. 3) Knowing the relationship between the professional competence ofinstructors and the learning outcomes of sewing training participants in rumah pintar in Sarolangundistrict. This type of research is quantitative with a correlational type of research. The population inthis study was 30 people and the sample taken was 20 people with sampling using a simple randomsampling technique. The data collection technique uses a questionnaire. Data analysis techniques usepercentage and rank order formulas.The results of the research show that: 1) The description of theprofessional competence of instructors for sewing training participants in rumah pintar in SarolangunRegency is categorized as poor; 2) The description of learning outcomes for sewing trainingparticipants in rumah pintar in Sarolangun Regency is categorized as very low; 3) There is a significantrelationship between the instructor's professional competence and the learning outcomes of sewingtraining participants in rumah pintar in Sarolangun Regency.The research suggestions are: 1) It ishoped that instructors will improve their professional competence so that they can support betterlearning; 2) It is hoped that training participants can improve learning outcomes to the maximum bybeing active in learning and receiving learning from training; 3) It is hoped that future researchers willexamine new variables so that they can add to existing variables and complete them.Keywords: Instructor Professional Competencies, Learning Outcomes
The Relationship Between Parental Knowledge and The Problem of Nutritional Deficiency in Early Children in Jorong Pasia Laweh Agam Regency
Authors: Deva Riri Kesuma , Ismaniar Ismaniar
Published: January 2024

The aim of this research is to determine the description and relationship between parental knowledge and malnutrition in children in Jorong Pasia Laweh. This research uses a correlational quantitative approach. The population of this study was 59 parents who had children with malnutrition in Jorong Pasia Laweh. The sampling technique in this research was carried out using the Cluster Random Sampling method, so the total sample that the researchers took was 75% of the total population of 59 people, namely 44 people. The data collection technique in this research is a questionnaire. The data analysis method in this research is the product moment correlation method. The results of this research are: 1.) The level of knowledge of parents about nutrition in Jorong Pasia Laweh is classified as less effective, because the answers of respondents who chose almost half of the parents who answered did not agree with the level of knowledge of parents about nutrition in Jorong Pasia Laweh. 2.) The nutritional adequacy condition of children in Jorong Pasia Laweh is classified as less effective, because almost half of the parents who answered did not agree with the nutritional adequacy condition of children in Jorong Pasia Laweh and 3.) There is a significant relationship between parental knowledge and malnutrition in children in Jorong Pasia Laweh. This is proven by r count > r table so Ho is rejected and conversely Ha is accepted. So the conclusion is that there is a significant relationship between parental knowledge and malnutrition in children in Jorong Pasia Laweh.Keywords: Parental Knowledge, Malnutrition.
The Relationship Between Educators' Attention With Discipline of Students at TPQ/TQA Masjid Al-Muhajirin Pasir Putih Tabing Padang City
Authors: Azmi Nurul , Ismaniar Ismaniar
Published: January 2024

This research was motivated by the poor discipline of students at the TPQ/TQA Al-Muhajirin PasirPutih Tabing Mosque, Padang City. This is thought to be due to poor attention from educators,resulting in poor student discipline at the TPQ/TQA Al-Muhajirin Mosque. The purpose of thisresearch is to: 1) See a picture of educators' attention in disciplining students at the TPQ/TQA AlMuhajirin Pasir Putih Tabing Mosque, Padang City. 2) See the picture of student discipline at theTPQ/TQA Al-Muhajirin Pasir Putih Tabing Mosque, Padang City. 3) Seeing the relationship betweeneducators' attention and student discipline at the TPQ/TQA Al-Muhajirin Pasir Putih TabingMosque, Padang City. This research uses a quantitative approach with a correlational type of research.The population in this study was 60 people and the sample taken was 30 people or 50% with samplingusing a stratified random sampling technique. The questionnaire was used as a data collection tool,and data analysis used percentage and product moment formulas.The results of the research showthat: 1) The description of educators' attention at the TPQ/TQA Al-Muhajirin Pasir Putih TabingMosque, Padang City, is categorized as poor; 2) The description of student discipline at theTPQ/TQA Al-Muhajirin Pasir Putih Tabing Mosque, Padang City, is categorized as poor; 3) There isa significant relationship between educators' attention and student discipline at the TPQ/TQA AlMuhajirin Pasir Putih Tabing Mosque, Padang City. The research suggestions are: 1) It is hoped thateducators can increase attention to students so that they can foster a high sense of discipline instudents; 2) It is hoped that students can instill a disciplined attitude in learning so that students canachieve maximum learning results; 3) It is hoped that future researchers will be able to innovate inresearching new variables so that they can increase and complete the variables in research.Keywords: Educator Attention, Student Discipline
The Relationship between Communication in the Family and Early Childhood Self-Confidence in PAUD Mutiara Bunda Padang City
Authors: Gita Atika Raras , Ismaniar Ismaniar
Published: January 2024

ABSTRACTThis research was motivated by the low self-confidence of young children in PAUD Mutiara Bunda Padang City. This research aims to describe communication within the family, the self-confidence of young children, and the relationship between communication within the family and the self-confidence of young children at PAUD Mutiara Bunda Padang City. The approach in this research was carried out quantitatively with a correlational type. The population at the research location was 28 subjects (children), represented by 28 subjects' parents. The sample was 75% of the total population, namely, 21 children represented by 21 parents, with a sampling technique called simple random sampling. The data collection instrument uses a questionnaire. The analysis technique uses a percentage formula, and to find correlations, the Spearman rho formula is used. The results of this study show that: (1) Parental communication in the family with children is categorized as poor. (2) Early childhood self-confidence is categorized as low; (3) There is a significant relationship between communication within the family and the self-confidence of young children at PAUD Mutiara Bunda Padang City. Keywords: Parent Communication, Self-Confidence, Early Childhood
The Relationship Between On The Job Training And Employee Competency Test Results At Pt Elnusa Petrofin Bungus Teluk Kabung Padang
Authors: Pramutia Intan , 'Aini Wirdatul
Published: January 2024

The background of this research is competency test results employee at PT Elnusa Petrofin Bungus Teluk Kabung Padang, this is suspected because of on-the-job training. This research aims to reveal the description of on-the-job training, employee competency test results, and see the relationship between on-the-job training and competency test results employee at PT Elnusa Petrofin Bungus Teluk Kabung Padang. This research uses a quantitative approach with types correlational research. The population in this study was 608 employees (tank car crew). A sampling technique uses random sampling. A sample was drawn from a population of 85 using the Slovin method. The data collection process uses questionnaires. Data analysis techniques use percentage formulas and product correlation formulas moments. The results of this research show that: (1) on-the-job training those carried out by employees ; (2) competency test results employees at PT Elnusa Petrofin Bungus Teluk Kabung Padang ; (3) there is a significant relationship between on-the-job training with the results of employee competency tests at PT Elnusa Petrofin Bungus Teluk Kabung Padang.
The Relationship Between Student Motivation And Discipline In Participating Scouting Extracurricularies At SMP Labschool UNP
Authors: Indra Titik Mai , Solfema Solfema
Published: January 2024

Based on observations and conversations with students who took part in scouting extracurriculars, in this study there were students who lacked enthusiasm and seriousness in participating in these activities. This is thought to be caused by a lack of student motivation in taking part in scouting extracurricular activities at SMP Labschool UNP. So there are concerns that it could affect students' discipline in participating in scout extracurriculars. The purpose of this research is to see a picture of student motivation in taking part in scout extracurriculars, see a picture of student discipline in taking part in scout extracurriculars, as well as the relationship between motivation and student discipline in taking part in scout extracurriculars at SMP Labschool UNP. This research uses correlational methodology as a form of quantitative research. The population is 150 people consisting of classes VII and VIII who are registered as scout members at SMP Labschool UNP. Using a stratified random sampling approach, the research sample consisted of 45 respondents or 30% of the population. Questionnaires were used as a data collection method. Meanwhile, for data analysis, descriptive analysis was used using the percentage formula, and correlational analysis was used using the product moment formula.Based on research conducted at SMP Labschool UNP, it shows that student motivation in taking part in scout extracurriculars is categorized as low, student discipline in taking part in scout extracurriculars is also categorized as low, and there is a significant relationship between motivation and student discipline in taking part in scout extracurriculars at SMP Labschool UNP. It is hoped that the suggestions from the researchers will enable supervisors and school administrators to create a more attractive physical and social environment, create new ideas or ways that are creative and fun so that they can attract the maximum attention of pupils and students so that students are diligent and diligent and enthusiastic about participating in activities. .Keywords: motivation, discipline, scout extracurricular, Nonformal
Women Empowerment (Case Study On Tanah Like Batik Group) in Teluk Sikai Sungai Duo Dharmasraya
Authors: Brillianti Nur Agi , Dasa Putri Lili
Published: January 2024

This research was conducted to find out that empowerment in a society is very important to advance people's welfare. Most people in Indonesia have their own creativity which is very productive, they just don't realize it. Empowerment is one of the first steps in community activities to improve welfare towards the survival of the community. Women's empowerment is carried out in order to grow the strengths of women so that they are able to develop and prosper, one of which is through the Tanah Liek batik group in Jorong, Sikai Bay, Duo Dharmasraya River. It is very visible that the existence of this batik group can improve the community's economy and create jobs. for people who work as housewives only. This research aims (1) To determine the implementation of learning between fellow craftsmen. (2) To determine the community's environmental support for the Tanah Liek Batik Group. (3) To find out the impact obtained by the Tanah Liek Batik Group craftsmen.This research uses a qualitative approach with the nature of a case study which aims to provide an overview of the findings. The location of this research is Jorong Teluk Sikai, Nagari Sungai Duo, Sitiung District, Dharmasraya Regency. The sources for this research are managers, women who work in the Tanah Liek batik group who can be interviewed, village heads and the surrounding community. The data collection techniques used in this research are interviews, observation and documentation. The validity of the data obtained from this research is based on source triangulation, method triangulation, and theory triangulation.The results of the research show that: (1) There is an implementation of learning between fellow craftsmen in the form of cooperation and giving each other advice, (2) There is support from the surrounding environment for the Tanah Liek batik group physically and non-physically, namely women's empowerment in Sikai Bay, (3) Impact What the craftsmen in the Tanah Liek Batik Group get is able to provide employment opportunities for mothers who only work as housewives, and can help improve the family economy of the craftsmen in the Tanah Liek Batik group.Kata kunci: Women's Empowerment, Tanah Liek Batik
The Relationship Between Parental Attention And Learning Discipline Of Catizens Learning Package B In SPNF SKB Lima Puluh Kota
Authors: Khairunnisa Gisandha , Sunarti Vevi
Published: January 2024

The aim of this research is to find out the picture and also the relationship between parental attention and learning discipline at SKB Lima Puluh Kota. This research uses a correlational quantitative approach. The population of this study is all residents studying Package B class 9 of SKB Lima Puluh Kota, namely 40 people who have the characteristics of living with their parents. The sampling technique in this research was carried out using a random sampling method, so the total sample taken by the researchers was 30 people. The data collection technique uses a questionnaire format and a list of statements as a data collection tool, the data analysis technique uses percentages to find correlations using the product moment formula. The results of this research are: 1.) Parents' attention to residents studying package B at SKB Lima Puluh Kota is relatively low, 2.) The educational field of residents enrolled in package B at SKB Lima Puluh Kota is relatively low and 3.) There exists a notable correlation between parental attentiveness and academic discipline at SKB Lima Puluh Kota.Keywords: Attention, Discipline, SPNF SKB.