bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengembangan Model Inkuiri (Inquiry Based Learning) Berbasis Picture And Picture Dalam Pembelajaran Teks Cerpen
Authors: Diana Purwati Zisca , Hananditya Arya , Wulandari Putri Ayu , Fadilla Annisa Rizky
Published: August 2023

Penelitian dan pengembangan ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan mengenai Pengembangan Model Inkuiri berbasis Picture and Picture dalam pembelajaran teks cerpen di kelas XI SMA. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian R&D menggunakan metode ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). Subjek percobaan dalam pengamatan ini dilaksanakan oleh ahli materi, pembelajaran, serta pengajaran. Pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan angket untuk validasi produk bahan ajar, observasi di sekolah yang berkaitan, serta wawancara pada guru terkait dengan permasalahan yang ada dan analisis kebutuhan. Teknik analisis data memakai metode skoring dalam menilai hasil validasi mengenai produk bahan ajar. Hasil penelitian mengenai produk ini mendapatkan kategori “Sangat Layak (SL)”, hal ini dibuktikan dengan penjabaran nilai yang didapat dari para ahli, diantaranya ahli materi mendapatkan skor sebesar 79 dengan nilai kelayakan 98. Kemudian dari ahli pembelajaran mendapatkan skor sebesar 76 dengan nilai kelayakan 89. Selanjutnya nilai yang diperoleh dari ahli pengajaran mendapatkan skor 68 dengan nilai kelayakan 97. Hal ini menandakan bahwa produk ini dapat diterapkan pada pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia khususnya teks cerpen serta dapat langsung di uji coba.
Notes on Afrotropical Crambinae. A new species of Sebrus Bleszyn´ski, 1970 from Malawi (Lepidoptera: Pyraloidea
Authors: Bassi G.
Published: August 2023

Sebrus kovtunovichi Bassi, sp. n., the sixth known species of the Afrotropical genus Sebrus Bleszynski, 1970 is described and illustrated. The characteristics of the genus and distribution of its species are briefly discussed
MODERATING EFFECT OF BANK SIZE ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTEREST RATE, LIQUIDITY, AND PROFITABILITY OF COMMERCIAL BANKS IN NIGERIA
Authors: Hassan Shehu Usman , Sabo Bello , Tijjani Ismai'l Idris , Aliyu Idris Ahmed
Published: August 2023

The recurring instability of commercial banks’ performance in Nigeria have triggered stakeholders to deploy efforts toward providing solutions where the desired result is yet to be achieved. Consequently, this study examined the moderating effect of bank size on the relationship between interest rate, liquidity, and performance of the banks in Nigeria. An ex-post-facto research design was adopted, where the bank-specific data were sourced from the published annual financial statements of 12 commercial banks listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange and the macroeconomic data were extracted from the WDI database for a ten-firm-year period from 2011 to 2020. The analysis was done using the panel regression technique with the support of Stata software version 14.2. Findings on the direct effects showed a significant and negative relationship between deposit rate and performance, and both the lending rate and loan-to-deposit ratio have positive and significant relationships with performance. Meanwhile, the intervention effects showed that the bank size has positively moderated the relationship between deposit rate and performance; whereas bank size has negatively moderated the relationship between loan-to-deposit ratio and performance. Therefore, the study recommended that banks should grow their assets to enable them to achieve economies of scale and cost efficiency.
SOURCES OF HEALTH CARE FINANCING AMONG SURGICAL PATIENTS SEEN AT THE DALHATU ARAF SPECIALIST HOSPITAL LAFIA NASARAWA STATE NIGERIA
Authors: Yahaya Ahmed Mohammed , Kolawole Babatunde Joseph , Oyeleke Bello Surajudeen
Published: August 2023

Sources of healthcare financing especially among surgical patients in Nasarawa state is presently unknown. Sub-Saharan African countries have introduced a number of methods to funding healthcare system. The Nigerian government commenced implementation of a social health insurance scheme (National Health Insurance Scheme; NHIS) so as to improve on healthcare funding for its citizens. This study determined the sources of financing surgical cases, type of surgeries and compared the cost of treatment among patients attending the Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital and other Health Centers in Nasarawa State. It was a hospital based cross-sectional descriptive study among 420 adults aged 18 years to 75 years in a study that lasted for two years. The data collected was analyzed using Statistical package for the Social Science (SPSS) version 20.0. Significant p was < 0.05. The average age of patient was 28.6 ± 11.9 years. There were more females (75.5%) with most (73.8) of our participants living in rural areas. Majority (60.0%) had Caesarean Section and one-sixth had exploratory laparotomy respectively. Most spending for healthcare needs was Out-Of-Pocket (OOP) with only a handful (6.7%) enjoying insurance coverage. The average cost of surgery was 41,337.73 Naira and 28,426.47 Naira among the low and high socio-economic class respectively. Most of the participants in this study were on Out-Of[1]Pocket healthcare financing with only one out of fifteen having health insurance coverage of the NHIS. Most of the surgical patients are from the rural areas, are females, do not attend tertiary level of education and are of low socio-economic status. Caesarean section and exploratory laparatomy were the predominant indications for surgeries. Those from the lower socio-economic status pay more for surgeries even though they earn less. We recommended that the state consider State health insurance agency and this should cater for people in both the formal ana the non-formal sectors. In addition, rural dwellers and surgeries such as caesarean section and emergency laparatomies should not be left out.
TRANSPARENCY, COMPLIANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY OF CONTRIBUTORY PENSION SCHEME IN NIGERIA
Authors: Aliu Olanrewaju Atanda , Abdul-Hamid Mohamad Ali , Suleiman Salami , Olanrewaju Salam Mudathir
Published: August 2023

Policymakers have taken cognisance of necessity to improve the transparency and compliance level among parameters of pension reforms. Empirical literature found positive roles of transparency and compliance toward the achievement of pension reform objectives such as sustainability. However, the level of transparency and compliance of pension fund managers and employers of labour under the contributory pension scheme in Nigeria leaves much to be desired. Thus, this study examined the effects of transparency and compliance on the sustainability of the Nigerian contributory pension scheme. Data was collected with the use of survey questionnaires administered on purposive sampling method on the managerial level staff of contributory pension operators and active participants enrolled in the scheme. The data collected was analysed using partial least square structural equation modelling with the aid of Smart PLS statistical application. The results showed that transparency has positively significant effect on the sustainability of contributory pension scheme in Nigeria while compliance has positive but insignificant effect. The study recommends the need for National Pension Commission as the regulator of the contributory pension scheme to strengthen its capacity to enforce adequate transparency and compliance level among the operators and employers of labour in contributory pension scheme in order to achieve not only the sustainability but other objectives of contributory pension reform.
Netizens at Odds with the Education Department: Analysis of Impoliteness Strategies on an Online Platform
Authors: Pasana Christian Jay R. , Lemana II Henry E. , Mamonong Virgion H.
Published: August 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted the Philippines, along with other nations, to restructure its educational framework to meet the evolving needs and challenges of the time. Consequently, this reorganization has led to changes in the learning delivery modalities (LDMs). The Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) has faced significant criticism on social media regarding issues related to preparation, flawed materials, and implementation. By employing a pragmatic analysis approach based on Culpeper's theory of impoliteness strategies, this study examines fifty Facebook comments criticizing the said department and its new LDMs. The findings reveal that critics employed various impoliteness strategies, including bald-on-record impoliteness, positive impoliteness, negative impoliteness, off-record impoliteness, withhold politeness, and impoliteness meta-strategy. The study's outcomes suggest that analyzing impoliteness strategies in online comments can provide insights into how such remarks serve as social actions. Researchers working with these textual forms, as well as those specializing in the study of genres and languages, can benefit from the findings of this study. The implications of the findings are discussed for policymakers, educators, and students within the Philippine education system.
Willingness to Pay Premium for Green Agricultural Products
Authors: Suo Lu , Huang Yue
Published: August 2023

From the perspective of green brand experience, this study classifies green brand experience into five dimensions: cognitive experience, product experience, communication experience, emotional experience, and association experience. The study aims to investigate the influence of these five dimensions on consumers' willingness to pay premium (WTPP) for green agricultural products. Meanwhile, the mediating effect of green brand attitude on the relationship between green brand experience and WTPP for green agricultural products was investigated as well. To collect data for this study, a quantitative research design was employed, and an online questionnaire was administered using Google Forms. The questionnaire was distributed to 444 Chinese consumers who are 18 years old or older and have made purchases of green agricultural products. The participants were conveniently sampled from four first-tier cities in China, namely Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. The proposed model was tested using structural equation modeling (SEM) through AMOS 24. The research results show that cognitive experience, and communication experience, emotional experience, and association experience all had positive effects on WTPP; among them, association experience having the greatest influence on WTPP. Second, cognitive experience, product experience, communication experience, emotional experience, and association experience all have positive effects on green brand attitude. Additionally, green brand attitudes have a positive effect on WTPP; finally, green brand attitude partially mediates the relationship between cognitive experience, communication experience, emotional experience and association experience and WTPP, and fully mediates the relationship between product experience and WTPP. The results of this study can help businesses manage and promote the development of green agricultural products market, thus enhancing consumers' willingness to purchase.
Fundamente der Ethik
Authors: Düsing Klaus
Published: August 2023

In die Pluralität und Unübersichtlichkeit der zahlreichen Ethik-Ansätze bringt Düsing Ordnung durch seine Klassifizierung grundlegender Ethik-Typen in Geschichte und Gegenwart. Ausgehend von seiner Theorie der Selbstbewusstseinsmodelle, entwickelt der Autor ein ethisches Prinzipiengefüge, in dem eine ideale ethische Gemeinschaft rein sich selbst bestimmender Personen entworfen wird. Er zeigt in Auseinandersetzung mit neueren und neuesten Ethik-Ansätzen, wie die grundlegenden Realisierungsgebiete der Ethik von dieser Konzeption geprägt werden und gibt Anregungen zu Anwendungsproblemen.
Philosophie der frühen Neuzeit in den böhmischen Ländern
Authors: Sousedík Stanislav
Published: August 2023

Innerhalb des Heiligen Römischen Reiches bildeten die böhmischen Länder eine Einheit, die sich nicht zuletzt auf kulturellem Gebiet ausprägte. Die vorliegende Studie untersucht den Beitrag, den die Philosophie für die Schaffung dieser Einheit beanspruchen kann. Sie führt die Darstellung der Böhmischen Barockphilosophie bis an das Ende der Regierungszeit Kaiser Josefs II. im Jahr 1790 - als sich die Rezeption der europäischen Aufklärung manifestierte - weiter und zeigt, dass besonders im Prag des 17. Jahrhunderts ein bedeutendes Zentrum philosophischen Denkens entstanden war. - Die historisch-systematische Konzeption des Bandes richtet sich sowohl an Fachphilosophen als auch an kulturhistorisch interessierte Leser.
Diminishing Architectural Artifacts along the Coastal Stretch of Tanzania
Authors: Swai Ombeni
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this research was to investigate and document the existing architectural heritage in Bagamoyo and Dar es Salaam in the midst of urbanization, where artifacts have been dwindling over time. The study was carried out using an exploratory methodology and case study strategy, with various tools, such as a field survey, secondary data, physical documentation, and photographing. Several findings were concluded: both Bagamoyo and Dar es Salaam have valuable architectural and cultural heritage elements, such as Arabic, Swahili, Indian, Islamic, Western, and modern and contemporary that must be restored, up kept, and maintained for the two cities\' sustainability. Some of the artifacts, such as doors, have inscribed messages that are no longer visible. Demolition and partial replacement of heritage artifacts have been taking place in Dar es Salaam since the 1990s. To save the historical heritage in the two localities, a more comprehensive approach involving the government and other stakeholders (private and public) is required.
Metagenomic Next-Generation Sequencing (mNGS) for the Diagnosis of Pulmonary Aspergillosis
Authors: Tang Hao , Bao Shujun , Zhong Caiming
Published: August 2023

The diagnosis of pulmonary aspergillosis is a critical step in initiating prompt treatment and improving patients’ prognosis. Currently, microbiological analysis of pulmonary aspergillosis involves fungal smear and culture, serum (1,3)-β-D-glucan (G) or galactomannan (GM) tests, and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). However, these methods have limitations. Recent studies have demonstrated that polymorphisms in pentraxin3 (PTX3), a soluble pattern recognition receptor, are associated with increased susceptibility to invasive aspergillosis. mNGS, a new microbial diagnostic method, has emerged as a promising alternative. It has high sensitivity in identifying pulmonary aspergillosis and can accurately distinguish species. Additionally, it outperforms other methods in detecting mixed infections and instructing the adjustment of antimicrobial treatments. As a result, mNGS has the potential to be adopted as the gold standard for the diagnosis of pulmonary aspergillosis.
Technological Evolution from RIS to Holographic MIMO
Authors: He Jiguang , Huang Chongwen , Wei Li , Xu Yuan , Al Hammadi Ahmed , Debbah Merouane
Published: August 2023

Multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) techniques have been widely applied in current cellular networks. To meet the ever-increasing demands on spectral efficiency and network throughput, more and more antennas are equipped at the base station, forming the well-known concept of massive MIMO. However, traditional design with fully digital precoding architecture brings high power consumption and capital expenditure. Cost- and power-efficient solutions are being intensively investigated to address these issues. Among them, both reconfigurable intelligent surface (RIS) and holographic MIMO (HMIMO) stand out. In this chapter, we will focus on the ongoing paradigm shift from RIS to HMIMO, covering both topics in detail. A wide range of closely related topics, e.g., use cases, hardware architectures, channel modeling and estimation, RIS beamforming, HMIMO beamforming, performance analyses of spectral- and energy-efficiency, and challenges and outlook, will be covered to show their potential to be applied in the next-generation wireless networks as well as the rationales for the technological evolution from RIS to holographic MIMO.
Perspective Chapter: Determinants of Health-Care Seeking Behaviors and Quality of Life in Children with Epilepsy in Nigeria
Authors: Tochukwu Echendu Sylvia , N. Joe-Ikechebelu Ngozi , O. Odita Amalachukwu , N. Umeadi Esther , C. Uchefuna Njideka , C. Igwe Wilson , S. Okwelogu Izunna , V. Iloanya Chinonye
Published: August 2023

Epilepsy is the commonest neurological condition affecting every sphere of a child’s life ranging from physical and cognitive performances, and mixed feelings for the affected family. These feelings are worsened by the cultural beliefs, myths, and stigmatization that surround epilepsy with a consequent reduction in the healthcare-seeking behaviors and quality of life of these children. The goal of management is to control seizures with minimal use of antiepileptic medications and to improve the child’s quality of life. This work is aimed to understand the health-seeking behavior of families and children diagnosed with epilepsy in Nigeria, the factors that influence their decisions, and the need to plan a “need-based” comprehensive healthcare program for all stakeholders, particularly the disprivileged groups. Despite some improvement in access to healthcare in Nigeria, there are existing inequalities relative to culture, socioeconomic class, accessibility to universal health insurance, and gender. Knowledge of barriers to optimal healthcare-seeking behavior could help reduce the impact of epilepsy on children’s development and consequently improved quality of life. Efforts should be made to educate children with epilepsy, their caregivers, and other affected stakeholders and periodic trainings organized for the health workers. Subsidizing the cost of care by support groups and government is vital.
The Integrated Pest Management Implementation of the Cocoa Pod Borer in Indonesia
Authors: Meilin Araz , Yuliani Nurmili , Nurhayati  , Cahyaningrum Hermawati , E. Senewe Rein , Saidah  , N. Salamba Herlina , Napitupulu Delima , Lenin Ismon , Fira Suneth Risma , Imdah Minsyah Nur , Handoko  , Suparwoto  , Endrizal  , B. Saidi Busyra , Jumakir  , Waluyo  , Yardha  , Asaad Muh. , Edi Syafri , Yustisia  , Handoko Sigid , Wardani Nila , Bobihoe Julistia
Published: August 2023

Indonesia is among the largest cocoa producers in the world and it makes an important contribution to the nation’s economy. In Indonesia, the cocoa pod borer (CPB) outbreaks have caused a decline in cocoa yield and quality, impacting the livelihoods of cocoa farmers. Application of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is promoted by the Indonesian government, in collaboration with various organizations. IPM is an approach that focuses on using a combination of biological, cultural, and chemical control methods to manage pests and reduce their impact on crops. The adoption of IPM practices in cocoa farming has shown promising results in Indonesia. Farmers have reported improved yields and quality of cocoa beans, reduced pesticide use, and improved environmental sustainability. In addition, the application of IPM has equipped farmers with knowledge and skills that can help them overcome other challenges in cocoa farming, such as a healthy environment.
One Flesh, Many Bodies: Agency and Women’s Body
Authors: S. Erasga Dennis , Eduard L. Labayandoy Michael
Published: August 2023

This chapter is a sociological rendition of the body-mind issue explored within the context of feminism and agency. Being central to the entire ecology of the feminist claims, bringing the body back into the discursive field allows the appreciation of hitherto emerging insights from the ranks of feminist scholars, notably in the area of new materiality. Problematizing the classical divide between the body and the mind as distinct yet nested spheres of one’s social being pegs the discussion in the language of performance and demonstrability, thus highlighting the agency intrinsic to the body and its movements as a material facticity.
Efficacy of Natural and Synthetic Biofilm Inhibitors Associated with Antibiotics in Eradicating Biofilms Formed by Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria
Authors: Kloula Ben Ghorbal Salma , Dhaouadi Sana , Bouzenbila Sana , Cherif Ameur , Boubaker Elandoulsi Ramzi
Published: August 2023

Biofilms formed by multidrug resistant (MDR) bacteria like methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and others are the main causes of infections that represent a serious public health issue. Persistent MDR infections are mostly derived from biofilm formation which in turn leads to resistance to conventional antimicrobial therapy. Inhibition of bacterial surface attachment is the new alternative strategy without affecting the bacterial growth. Thus, the discovery of compounds that interfere with biofilm production, virulence factors release and quorum sensing (QS) detection in pathogens is a promising processus. Among these compounds, natural and synthetic molecules are a compelling alternative to attenuate pathogenicity. The combination of these compounds with antibiotics makes the bacteria more vulnerable to the later, once used alone. This combination can restore antibiotic effectiveness against MDR bacteria. Among these molecules, 3-phenylpropan-1-amine (3-PPA) has been found to inhibit Serratia marcescens biofilm formation, PAβN has been proven to inhibit biofilm prodcution in A. baumannii, while brominated Furanone C-30 has been reported to be a potent inhibitor of the QS system and P. aeruginosa biofilm. Therefore, the combination between biofilm-inhibitors and antibiotics represents a promising strategy to mitigate antibiotic resistance in MDR pathogens, which has become a major threat to public healthcare around the globe.
Histoplasmosis: Laboratory Diagnosis
Authors: Dumea Elena , Dantes Elena
Published: August 2023

The diagnosis of histoplasmosis is based on clinical, imaging, and laboratory evidence of the disease. The gold standards of laboratory diagnosis are the presence of the fungus in the pathological examination of tissues and its isolation (direct microscopy, histopathology, cytopathology) in mycological culture (4–6 weeks required) by clinical specimens. The antibody test, sometimes negative in immunocompromised patients, must be performed at least four weeks after acute infection to be positive. The antibody test is most useful in subacute and chronic forms of histoplasmosis. The antigen test is the most common method for establishing the diagnosis of acute pulmonary histoplasmosis or progressive disseminated histoplasmosis. The antigen test in urine or serum has good sensitivity, better in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid. There are skin sensitivity tests with low sensitivity that are used only for epidemiologic studies and are not recommended for diagnosis. Molecular diagnosis has improved the sensitivity of clinical specimens. Laboratory PCR assays with different molecular targets have been developed. Currently, the main procedure for molecular diagnosis of histoplasmosis is the application of a rapid DNA probe on a fungus isolated from a culture. This chapter summarizes the currently available tools for the laboratory diagnosis of histoplasmosis, focusing on the complexity of the assays and their performance in different clinical contexts.
The Association Between Kawasaki Disease and COVID-19: The Alarm for Pediatrics
Authors: Jafrasteh Somayeh , Arianezhad Ali , Eghtedari Mohammad Amin , Banitorfi Mohammad , Azizolahi Behnam
Published: August 2023

Context: In 2019, a novel Coronavirus officially named by WHO as coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pneumonia quickly spread worldwide and became a pandemic. At first, it was considered that the complications just included older populations, but its association with Kawasaki vasculitis disease further complicated the issues. Evidence Acquisition: A literature search was conducted using various scientific databases of Springer, Scopus, Wiley, Science Direct, PubMed, ProQuest, Cochrane Library, Embase, and Clinical Key. Keywords COVID-19, Kawasaki vasculitis, Mucocutaneous Lymph Node Syndrome, pediatric, RNA viruses, cytokine storm, 2019 nCoV Diseases, SARS CoV 2 Infection, and SARS CoV 2 were used to filter the search results. After assessing each retrieved article against inclusion-exclusion criteria, 63 papers were deemed eligible for inclusion in this review. Results: Our study linked Kawasaki disease with COVID-19 pneumonia in three pathways: (1) interference of angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) receptor and renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) in the pathogenesis of SARS CoV 2 and Kawasaki vasculitis diseases, (2) the similarity of clinical manifestation and immune system response in SARS CoV 2 and Kawasaki vasculitis diseases, (3) the role of COVID-19 as a risk factor next to other risk factors. Conclusions: Kawasaki vasculitis disease could be indicated along with infection with Coronaviridae viruses in pediatrics. Recognition of Kawasaki vasculitis disease with focusing on COVID-19 pathogenesis, aside from restriction of risk factors and detection of best treatment.
Percepción de la Responsabilidad Social Empresarial: Análisis generacional de los consumidores
Authors: Gonzaga Añazco Sandy Jahaira , Serrano Orellana Karen Michel
Published: August 2023

La presente investigación se ha realizado con el propósito de analizar la percepción del consumidor respecto a la Responsabilidad Social Empresarial, desde el punto de vista generacional, para poder identificar las posibles variaciones que pueden existir en cada generación y determinar los aspectos más relevantes para el consumidor al tomar la decisión de compra. Para lo cual se ha utilizado una metodología cuantitativa con enfoque descriptivo, aplicando una encuesta para recolección de datos. Dentro de las principales conclusiones a las que se llegó se señala que los consumidores consideran que la Responsabilidad Social Empresarial se relaciona con el compromiso que tiene la organización ante la sociedad, debido a los impactos ambientales y sociales que se generan producto de las actividades productivas.
Repensar el desarrollo como forma de reconstrucción del tejido social frente a la globalización neoliberal
Authors: Navarro Fuentes Carlos Alberto
Published: August 2023

El objetivo del ensayo consiste en reflexionar críticamente sobre la necesidad de recuperar el concepto de desarrollo. Para ello partimos de que, para poder reorientar las fuerzas necesarias para el desarrollo, resulta indispensable acometer una integración solidaria y compleja de lo que se requiere realizar y que no amenace con la homogeneización de ningún aspecto de la vida humana en aras de las metas macroeconómicas. Lo anterior, partiendo de considerar el espacio donde se desarrolla la vida humana en México, donde el agresivo proceso de aculturación resultante de la implacable lógica global-neoliberal-transnacional del capitalismo contemporáneo sobre las vidas humanas de la población en cuestión, conlleva todo un proceso de socialización e intersubjetividad conflictivo entre todas las partes que conforman el tejido social, complicando así las acciones necesarias para que el desarrollo y la emancipación resulten en una experiencia de aprendizaje y cuya reproducción y transmisión sea deseablemente compartible.
Sosialisasi Model Problem Solving Terhadap Prestasi Belajar Siswa Tema 5 Subtema 1 Keadaan Cuaca Kelas
Authors: Hetdy sitio  , Tumpal Siahaan  , Insenalia Sampe Roly Hutagalung  , D Yuliana Sinaga  , Debbi Petra Meyana Sitorus  , Herlina Sianipar  , Meilisa Malik  , Winmery L. Habeahan  , Jonas Franky Rudianto Panggabean  , Ropinus Sidabutar
Published: August 2023

The purpose of community service aims to determine the effect of using the problem solving model on student achievement in sub-theme 1 class III at SD Negeri 122332 Pematangsiantar. This research uses quantitative research, quantitative research is a process of finding knowledge that uses data in the form of numbers as a tool to analyze information about what you want to know. The experimental unit in this study consisted of 1 class, namely students in class 3C, totaling 25 students at SD Negeri 122332 Pematang Siantar, Pematang Siantar T.A 2022/2023. The test questions will be carried out in class 3C in the same school with a total of 25 students. The results of the data analysis above show that the hypothesis in this study is accepted. There is the influence of the problem solving model on student achievement in theme 5 sub-theme 1 weather conditions at SD Negeri 122332 Pematangsiantar. Based on the results of data analysis after calculating the t test with a significant level of 0.000
Self-Empowerment And Coping Strategies In Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Authors: Kurniyawan Enggal Hadi , Santoso Sofi Fitriyah , Widayati Nur , Dewi Erti Ikhtiarini , Hakam Mulia , Deviantony Fitrio , Fitria Yeni
Published: August 2023

Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic disease that can harm the body, both physically and psychologically (stress). DM patients will carry out adaptive coping strategies to properly manage treatment or therapy. The process of self-empowerment in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus will appear when they have information or knowledge about the disease so that it can influence the patient's self-skills for further treatment. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between self-empowerment and coping strategies in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The design of this study was an analytical observational study using a cross-sectional method. The sampling technique used is consecutive sampling. The sample of this study was type 2 DM patients with 84 respondents. The instrument used in this study is the Diabetes Empowerment Scale-Long (DES-LF) questionnaire and the Cope Inventory questionnaire. Data were analyzed using the Spearman test. Self-empowerment and coping strategies in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients showed close to maximum results. In the results of the study, it was found that there was no significant relationship between self-empowerment and coping strategies in type 2 DM patients with p = 0.086. It means that other factors can influence coping strategies. Health services can educate patients about the importance of coping strategies for DM clients so that they can reduce the impact of DM disease
Kerjasama Guru dan Orang Tua dalam Mengatasi Masalah Belajar Anak SD di Kasik Putih, Kec Sungai Aur, Kabupaten Pasaman Barat
Authors: Utari Silfia , Alimir Alimir , Jasmienti Jasmienti , Supriadi Supriadi
Published: August 2023

The research is motivated by problems that occur with elementary school children related to children's learning problems, the learning problems here are: there are still children who do not understand learning, and there are children who while studying do activities such as disturbing friends in class, and do not pay attention to the teacher in learning, as well as related to parental concern. This study aims to reveal the form of cooperation between teachers and parents in overcoming the learning problems of elementary school children in Kasik Putih, Sungai Aur District, West Pasaman Regency. This study uses a qualitative descriptive methodological approach, namely field research (field research) is a method that describes the conditions that occur in the field. Located at SDN 07 Sungai Aur, the data source for this research is the collaboration of teachers and parents. Key informants 2 teachers and 2 parents, supporting informants 2 children, were able to provide information in accordance with the research data. Data collection techniques carried out by researchers were field observations, interviews, documentation, data analysis techniques, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. While the data validity technique uses data trigulation techniques. In this research data trigulation the authors use the point of comparing observational data with interviews. The results of the study concluded: 1) the form of teacher and parent collaboration in overcoming children's learning problems is communication between the two parties, supervising children's learning at school and at home, supervising children's behavior at school and at home. Efforts made to establish teacher and parent collaboration are visits to parents' homes, correspondence, being invited to school, joint meetings, and division of tasks.-day.
Examining the Critical Need for Tailored Adolescent Opioid Education: A National Study
Authors: Abraham Olufunmilola , Szela Lisa , Rosenberger Claire , Birstler Jen , Li Jenny , Hetzel Scott
Published: August 2023

OBJECTIVE

Prescription opioid education can be a preventative measure for opioid misuse. However, most research focuses on adult perspectives rather than adolescents. This study aimed to understand adolescents’ attitudes, perceptions, knowledge about prescription opioids, and preferences and prior educational exposure to opioid safety.

METHODS

Data were collected from November to December 2020. Quota sampling through Qualtrics was used to recruit a national sample of 13- to 18-year-old adolescents who lived in the United States and could understand English.

RESULTS

A total of 774 responses were analyzed. The most frequently reported source of opioid information was speaking with parents (72%). More than half (54.7%) of participants preferred technology-based education. Participants with a personal history of opioid prescription scored no differently on safe handling and storage of opioids. There was a strong relationship between participants who reported prior knowledge of what opioids are and stopping their friend from using an opioid medication for non-medical purposes (χ2 (1, N = 684) = 3.5; p = 0.042). Participants with prior education on opioid disposal did not know that ­returning opioids to the pharmacy was correct (χ2 (1, N = 425) = 3.8; p = 0.254).

CONCLUSIONS

Participants were less knowledgeable about safe storage and disposal of opioids, preferred technology-based education, and were extremely likely to talk to their parents about opioid information. Findings reaffirm the significance of opioid safety education and communication between adolescents and parents. Adolescent demographic characteristics, preferences, and prior knowledge should be considered when providing opioid safety education.
High-Cost Drug Policies in Canadian Children’s Hospitals: An Exploratory Study
Authors: Pucchio Aidan , Rieder Michael
Published: August 2023

OBJECTIVE

Over the past decade a number of effective but costly drugs have entered the therapeutic arena. Ethical and logistical challenges associated with including children in research and policy have produced variability in public policy on funding pediatric drugs, with inconsistent coverage across Canada. The purpose of this study was to explore the processes for funding high-cost pediatric drugs in Canadian children’s hospitals.

METHODS

We conducted a cross-sectional, text-based survey of all 19 chairs of Canadian departments of pediatrics about the funding and accessibility of high-cost drugs. Thematic qualitative analysis was performed to organize, sort, and code verbatim written responses and follow-up correspondence.

RESULTS

Responses were received from all 19 Canadian departments of pediatrics surveyed (100% response rate). Three major themes emerged about pediatric high-cost drug policies: inconsistency between funding processes, variability in funding sources, and frustration with the current system. In aggregate, a clear concern emerged that current funding options were heterogenous and inadequate to meet patient needs.

CONCLUSIONS

There was widespread consensus from respondents that current options for funding pediatric high-cost drugs were inadequate and that there was need for urgent action to address this problem. Policy changes are needed to sustain and improve access to high-cost drugs for Canadian children. We propose 3 solutions, including the creation of a national framework for funding high-cost pediatric drugs, increased incorporation of pediatric considerations in drug research and development, and a multidisciplinary drug summit on pediatric therapeutics.
Effect of Pharmacy Involvement in Transitions of Care for Children With Medical Complexity
Authors: Lingle Abby , Baker Bethany , Williams Kristi , Lee Brian , Wright S. Margaret , Yoder Alannah
Published: August 2023

OBJECTIVE

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of pharmacy integration into care transitions for children with medical complexity. These children are at a higher risk for medication errors and adverse effects because of their complex medication regimens. In addition, care transitions increase the risk for medication errors, especially during hospital-to-home transitions.

METHODS

This was a retrospective chart review of patients enrolled in a complex care clinic who were discharged between September 1, 2021, and December 31, 2021, and who had received a discharge medication evaluation. Intervention categories were predetermined (medication reconciliation and clinical interventions) and documented. The primary outcome was to quantify and characterize the types of interventions made by the pharmacist. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis. Continuous data were analyzed using Wilcoxon rank sum test, and correlation was measured using Spearman correlation values.

RESULTS

A total of 92 clinic encounters for 60 patients were included, with a median patient age of 7 years (IQR, 5–12.3), median length of stay of 3.2 days (IQR, 1.2–5.7), and a median number of 18 discharge medications (IQR, 14.8–25). A total of 283 interventions were made, consisting of 192 (68%) clinical interventions and 91 (32%) medication reconciliation interventions. In addition, 82 (89%) of the clinic encounters had at least one pharmacist intervention.

CONCLUSIONS

Pharmacist evaluation of a patient’s discharge medication regimen clarifies and better optimizes the patient’s medication regimen.
Propofol Sedation Washouts in Critically Ill Infants: A Case Series
Authors: Deptola Stephen , Hemmann Brianna , Hemmelgarn Trina , DiPaola Kyle , Cortezzo DonnaMaria E.
Published: August 2023

Medically complex infants are experiencing longer hospital stays, more invasive procedures, and increasingly involved therapeutic interventions that often require long-term analgesia and sedation. This is most commonly achieved with continuous intravenous infusions of opioids and benzodiazepines. There are times when patients develop a tolerance for these medications or the clinical scenario necessitates a rapid wean of them. A rapid wean of either class of medication can lead to increased signs of pain and agitation or withdrawal symptoms. As a result, when a rapid wean is needed or there has been a failure to control symptoms with conventional measures, alternative therapies are considered. Propofol, a sedative hypnotic typically used for general anesthesia and procedural sedation, is one such medication. It has effectively been used for short-term sedation in adults and children to facilitate weaning benzodiazepines and opioids. There is a paucity of data on the use of propofol in infants for this purpose. Here we describe the use of propofol to rapidly wean high-dose sedation and analgesia medications, a propofol sedation washout, in 3 infants. The washouts proved to be safe and efficacious. Based on institutional experience and a literature review, considerations and recommendations are made for propofol sedation washouts in infants.
Pengelolaan pembelajaran dalam meningkatkan minat belajar anak usia dini
Authors: Lifah Muzdha
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan pengelolaan pembelajaran dalam meningkatkan minat belajar anak usia dini RA AL Azkia Desa Sungai Jaranih. Pengelolaan pembelajaran merupakan suatu rangkaian kegiatan meliputi perencanaan, pengorganisasian, penggerakkan dan pengawasan. Indikator minat belajar meliputi perasaan senang, keterlibatan, ketertarikan dan perhatian.. Strategi yang digunakan dalam pengelolaan pembelajaran yakni lebih fleksibel dalam arti apabila kemampuannya tidak bisa menyesuaikan dengan kelasnya maka siswa tersebut tidak akan dipaksa untuk mengikuti kelasnya melainkan akan dimasukkan dikelas sebelumnya. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kualitatif yang bermaksud untuk mendeskripsikan secara sistematik tentang data yang didapatkan di lapangan berupa tulisan deskriptif dari narasumber. Subjek penelitian ini yaitu ketua lembaga, guru dan peserta didik. Metode analisis data melalui tahap kondensasi data, penyajian data, verifikasi data. Untuk membuktikan keabsahan data yang diperoleh teknik yang digunakan adalah kredibilitas, dependabilitas, konfirmabilitas dan tranferabilitas. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kegiatan pengelolaan pembelajaran dimulai dari beberapa tahap yaitu perencanaan, pengorganisasian, penggerekkan dan pengawasan. Tahapan berikut dijalankan untuk mengelola pembelajaran dalam pembelajaran. Sesuai dengan teori yang ada bahwa terdapat keselarasan dengan kejadian yang ada di lapangan dan dilakukan secara partisipatif yaitu melibatkan seluruh elemen yang ada. Minat belajar peserta didik lembaga mengalami peningkatan setelah mengikuti Pembelajaran anak usia dini tersebut. Hal ini dibuktikan dengan menggali indikator yang dikaji yaitu perasaan senang, keterlibatan, ketertarikan dan perhatian.
Penerapan Metode Independent Reading untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Literasi Membaca Siswa Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Rohmawati Aulia
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana metode independent reading dapat meningkatkan kemampuan literasi membaca siswa tingkat Sekolah Dasar. Seperti yang kita ketahui, kemampuan literasi membaca merupakan kemampuan penting karena kemampuan membaca merupakan jembatan seseorang dalam mempelajari dan memahami ilmu pengetahuan yang lainnya. Banyak metode untuk meningkatkan kemampuan literasi membaca tersebut, namun dalam penelitian ini fokus pada metode Independent Reading. Penelitian dilakukan di SDN Wanengpaten Kabupaten Kediri tahun ajaran 2022/2023 kelas V dengan jumlah subjek yaitu 26 siswa. Data diperoleh dengan menggunakan instrument berupa soal pretest dan posttest kemampuan literasi membaca yang kemudian hasilnya dianalisis menggunakan t-test. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan sebelum dan setelah menerapkan metode independent reading yakni sebesar 0,000. Sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa metode independent reading dapat meningkatkan kemampuan literasi membaca siswa.Kata Kunci : metode, independent reading, literasi membaca, sekolah dasar
p-Laplacian equation with finitely many critical nonlinearities
Authors: Xia Pengcheng , Su Yu
Published: August 2023

This article concerns the ground state solution of the p-Laplacian equation with finitely many critical nonlinearities. By using the refined Sobolev inequality with Morrey norm and variational methods, we establish the existence of nonnegative ground state solution.

For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2021/102/abstr.html
Dynamics of flocking models with two species
Authors: Zhao Qingjian , Shi Shaoyun , Li Wenlei
Published: August 2023

This article studies the flocking behavior of self-organized agents in two species. First, referring to the work of Olfati-Saber and the classical Cucker-Smale model, we establish a discrete system describing the flocking dynamic of the agents in two species. Second, by using the LaSalle's invariance principle, we show that the system with global interaction will achieve unconditional time-asymptotic flocking, and thesystem with local interaction has a time-asymptotic flocking under certain  assumptions.Moreover, we investigate the local asymptotic stability of a class of flocking solutions. Finally, some numerical simulations and qualitative results are presented.
For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2021/104/abstr.html
A fractional Gronwall inequality and the asymptotic behaviour of global solutions of Caputo fractional problems
Authors: Webb Jeffrey R. L.
Published: August 2023

We study the asymptotic behaviour of global solutions of some nonlinear integral equations related to some Caputo fractional initial value problems. We consider problems of fractional order between 0 and 1 and of order between 1 and 2, each in two cases: when the nonlinearity depends only on the function, and when the nonlinearity also depends on fractional derivatives of lower order. Our main tool is a new Gronwall inequality for integrals with singular kernels, which we prove here, and a related boundedness property of a fractional integral of an \(L^1[0,\infty)\) function. For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2021/80/abstr.html
Oscillation of third-order neutral damped differential equations
Authors: Bartusek Miroslav
Published: August 2023

We study a third-order damped neutral sublinear differential equation whose differential operator is non-oscillatory. Specifically, we obtain sufficient conditions for all solutions to be oscillatory.

For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2021/81/abstr.html
Orlicz-Sobolev inequalities and the Dirichlet problem for infinitely degenerate elliptic operators
Authors: Hafeez Usman , Lavier Theo , Williams Lucas , Korobenko Lyudmila
Published: August 2023

We investigate a connection between solvability of the Dirichlet problem for an infinitely degenerate elliptic operator and the validity of an Orlicz-Sobolev inequalityin the associated subunit metric space. For subelliptic operators it is known that the classical Sobolev inequality is sufficient and almost necessary for the Dirichlet problem to be solvable with a quantitative bound on the solution [11]. When the degeneracy is of infinite type, a weaker Orlicz-Sobolev inequality seems to be the right substitute [7]. In this paper we investigate this connection further and reduce the gap between necessary and sufficient conditions for solvability of the Dirichlet problem.
For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2021/82/abstr.html
Cubic differential systems with invariant straight lines of total multiplicity seven and four real distinct infinite singularities
Authors: Bujac Cristina , Schlomiuk Dana , Vulpe Nicolae
Published: August 2023

In this article we consider the class  \(\mathrm{CSL}_7^{4s\infty}\) of non-degenerate real planar cubic vector fields possessing four distinctreal infinite singularities and invariant straight lines, including the line at infinity of total multiplicity 7. We prove that there are exactly 93 distinct configurations of invariant straight lines for this class, and present corresponding examples for the realization of each one of the detected configurations. For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2021/83/abstr.html
Bresse systems with localized Kelvin-Voigt dissipation
Authors: Aguilera Contreras Gabriel , Munoz-Rivera Jaime E.
Published: August 2023

We study the effect of localized viscoelastic dissipation for curved beams. We consider a circular beam with three components, two of them viscous with constitutive laws of Kelvin-Voigt type, one continuous and the other discontinuous. The third component is elastic without any dissipative mechanism. Our main result is that the rate of decay depends on the position of each component. More precisely, we prove that the model is exponentially stable if and only if the viscous component with discontinuous constitutive law is not in the center of the beam. We prove that when there is no exponential stability, the solution decays polynomially.

For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2021/90/abstr.html
Monotone solutions of first order nonlinear differential systems
Authors: Wang Lianwen , Mubarak Abdulrahman
Published: August 2023

This article concerns the classification, continuablity, boundedness, and existence of solutions for a system of first order nonlinear differential equations. First, we prove that all solutions of the system are eventually monotonic and can be separated into two classes. Then we discuss the continuability of solutions. After that we establish necessary and sufficient conditions for the boundedness of all solutions. Also, we study the existence of monotone solutions in certain classes.

For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2021/93/abstr.html