bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PERCEPTIONS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE HARMONIZATION OF TAXATION REGULATIONS (UU HPP), TAX SOCIALIZATION, TAX JUSTICE, AND TAX SANCTIONS ON MSME TAXPAYER COMPLIANCE IN SURABAYA
Authors: Kisnawanto Dila Alya Putri
Published: February 2025

This research aims to analyze and determine the influence of perceptions of the implementation of the Harmonization of Taxation Regulations (UU HPP), tax socialization, tax justice, and tax sanctions on MSME taxpayer compliance. This research was conducted on food and beverage MSMEs domiciled in Surabaya and registered with the Surabaya Department of SME Cooperatives and Trade. This research was conducted using a quantitative approach. The research sample was taken through purposive sampling with a total of 110 MSME units.  Data were collected using a questionnaire and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The research results explain that perceptions of the implementation of the Harmonization of Taxation Regulations (UU HPP), tax socialization, tax justice, and tax sanctions have a significant positive effect on MSME taxpayer compliance. These results make it clear that the better the perception of MSME taxpayers regarding the implementation of the Harmonization of Taxation Regulations (UU HPP), the better the methods used in socializing taxation, especially those relating to the application of the Harmonization of Taxation Regulations (UU HPP), the fairer the application of tax rates and regulations, and the stricter the sanctions given to taxpayers who violate can increase tax compliance of MSMEs.
Pengaruh Kualitas Audit Dan Komite Audit Terhadap Kecurangan Laporan Keuangan (Studi Empiris Pada Perusahaan Manufaktur Sektor Barang Konsumsi Primer Yang Terdaftar Di Bursa Efek Indonesia Tahun 2020-2023)
Authors: Luthfiyyah Alya
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of audit quality and audit committee on financial statement fraud in manufacturing companies in the primary consumer goods sector listed on the Indonesian stock exchange in 2020-2023. The study used 240 sample data from 60 companies for 4 years of research. . The research results show that audit quality has a negative and significant effect on financial statement fraud. Good audit quality can reduce financial statement fraud. Furthermore, the audit committee has no effect and not significant on financial statement fraud, a poor audit committee will increase financial statement fraud.
Peran Kepemilikan Institusional Sebagai Moderasi Pada Pengaruh Intellectual Capital dan Tax Planning Terhadap Manajemen Laba
Authors: Willson Virsi Augatha Lisetiyani , Sumanto Agus
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menjelaskan pengaruh intellectual capital dan tax planning terhadap manajemen laba dengan kepemilikan institusional sebagai variabel moderasi. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah perusahaan Badan Usaha Milik Negara (BUMN) yang telah go-public yang telah terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode 2020-2023. Penelitian ini menggunakan regresi linier berganda dan Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa intellectual capital tidak berpengaruh terhadap manajemen laba dan tax planning berpengaruh terhadap manajemen laba serta hasil bahwa kepemilikan institusional dapat memoderasi variabel intellectual capital dan tax planning terhadap manajemen laba.
ANALISIS DAMPAK KENAIKAN TARIF CUKAI HASIL TEMBAKAU DAN FENOMENA DOWNTRADING ROKOK TERHADAP PENERIMAAN NEGARA DAN PRODUKSI TEMBAKAU DOMESTIK 2023
Authors: P Ginanjar Perdana , Wany Eva Wany , Prayitno Budi
Published: February 2025

Cukai hasil tembakau adalah salah satu sumber pendapatan negara yang dikelola melalui APBN yang memiliki peran krusial untuk mengelola semua sumber pendapatan negara dan mengalokasikan ke berbagai sektor seperti penyelenggaraan pemerintahan, pendidikan, kesehatan, infrastruktur, pertahanan, hingga stabilisasi ekonomi di seluruh wilayah NKRI. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dampak kebijakan kenaikan tarif cukai hasil tembakau dan tren downtrading hasil tembakau terhadap penerimaan negara di tahun 2024. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan metode penelitian kulitiatif desktiptif. Data yang digunakan adalah data sekunder, Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa tarif cukai hasil tembakau sangat berpengaruh terhadap penerimaan cukai. Pada Tahun 2020 pendapatan cukai hasil tembakau sebesar 82,8%, pada tahun 2021 sebesar 96,6%, pada tahun 2022 sebesar 96,4, dan pada tahun 2023 sebesar 96,2% dari total pendapatan cukai. Kebijakan kenaikan Cukai secara bertahap dari tahun 2020 hingga 2023 berdampak pada peningkatan penerimaan Cukai Hasil Tembakau.
Pengaruh Financial Literacy, Financial Technology, Overconfidence dan Risk Perception Terhadap Keputusan Investasi Wirausaha Sektor F&B di Surabaya
Authors: Giarta Marscelintan Vasthi , Pratono Rudi
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini menganalisis faktor yang mememngaruhi keputusan investasiwirausaha di sektor makanan dan minuman (F&B) di Surabaya, kota dengan pertumbuhanekonomi stabil dan pasar potensial. Menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif, data dikumpulkanmelalui kuesionerdari 150 pelaku UMKM. Analisis regresi linear berganda digunakan untukmenguji pengaruh financial literacy, financial technology, overconfidence, dan riskperception terhadap keputusan investasi. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa financial literacy,financial technology, overconfidence dan risk perception memiliki pengaruh positif dansignifikan terhadap keputusan investasi pelaku UMKM di Surabaya.
Coordinating of Pricing and Quality Strategies by Contracts in O2O Supply Chain With Stochastic Reference Quality Effect
Authors: Li Yuan
Published: February 2025

A coordination of dynamic pricing and quality investment problem with consideration of reference quality effect is investigated, a Stackelberg game model is established with the supplier as the leader and the retailer as the follower. Both centralized and decentralized supply chain systems are analyzed and their equilibrium solutions are derived in term of the Hamilton-Jocobi Bellman (HJB) equation. The wholesale price (WP), cost-sharing (CS) and two-part tariff (TP) contracts are utilized in the decentralized system to coordinate the O2O supply chain. The differences in optimal coordination strategies between stochastic reference quality effect and deterministic reference quality effect are explained. Numerical experiments are account for the randomness of reference quality on the optimal coordination strategies of the O2O supply chain. Our research complements the existing research stream in coordinating pricing and quality investment effort decisions under the O2O supply chain environment by incorporating the consumers' stochastic reference quality effect.
Exploring Semantic Web Tools in Education to Boost Learning and Improve Organizational Efficiency
Authors: Wang Liqun , Han Wei , Xi Zhimin
Published: February 2025

Semantic Web technologies in education provide opportunities to improve learning outcomes and organizational efficiency via organized and significant information representation. However, with progress in educational technology, there is an absence of frameworks using Semantic Web capabilities to provide tailored learning experiences and enhance administrative procedures efficiently. Hence, this study proposes a framework called “Education using Semantic Web Tools (E-SWT),” employing ontologies, metadata tagging, and intelligent reasoning systems. The method supports seamless platform interoperability, adaptive content delivery, and efficient resource management. The experimental results demonstrate that the proposed model increases the learning experience ratio by 96.12%, Organizational Efficiency ratio by 97.53%, Fostering Collaboration by 98.82%, Data Management ratio by 97.68%, and Personalized Learning Paths by 96.66% compared to other existing models.
The Cost of Compassion: Caregiver Fatigue Associated with Caring for Persons with Disability in a Rural Population in India
Authors: Goyal-Honavar Abhijit , Singh Gloria , Chhakchhuakk Lalzikpuii , Jothikumar Rakshana M , Thatapudi Apollos John , Vishnupriya A , Middleton Nalam , Marconi Sam , Abraham Vinod
Published: February 2025

Caregiver fatigue is common among caregivers of patients with disabilities and compromises the health of caregivers and the disabled alike. There is no community-based data from India on the burden of caregiver fatigue. Therefore, we aimed to determine the prevalence of caregiver fatigue among family members of patients with disabilities, assessing the association of socio-demographic factors related to caregivers, care recipients, and the nature of disability with caregiver fatigue. We performed a cross-sectional study in Kaniyambadi, Vellore, interviewing 63 disabled people and their caregivers. Demographic details and details of caregiving were recorded. The severity of disability was assessed using the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0, and caregiver fatigue was assessed using the American Medical Association Caregiver Self-assessment Questionnaire. Caregivers were predominantly female (76.2%), most frequently parental (41.3%), followed by spousal (30.2%). Moreover, 71.4% of caregivers were not gainfully employed. The most common disability was physical and mobility impairments followed by brain injuries. Caregiver fatigue occurred in 71.4% of caregivers. Characteristics associated with caregiver fatigue were female sex, parental relationship, and >6 h daily spent caregiving. Caregivers of male patients and individuals with >50% disability were more likely to develop caregiver fatigue. Caregiver fatigue was noted in a majority of caregivers, associated with female and parental caregivers, younger care recipients with severe disabilities, and increased time spent caregiving. Several social and economic factors unique to our country necessitate further study. Practical measures include telephonic consultations, counseling groups, and changes to daily interactions between healthcare workers and caregivers.
Prevalence of Tobacco and Alcohol Consumption and its Association with Incident Hypertension among Young Adults Residing in an Urban Area of West Bengal
Authors: Singh Paritiya , Palepu Sarika , Jha Awantika , Jayan Anusree , Aprajita  ,   UG Study group:, Ghosh Aritpriyo , Ansari Arman , Gaurav Ashish , Kumar Ashok , Kumar Ashutosh , Bharti Atul , Khajuria Avtans , Singh Banoth Lal , Krishna Bharath , Sarkar Bijit , Gayathri Dannana , Banerjee Debmalya
Published: February 2025

Background:

This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of tobacco and alcohol use among young adults and also to evaluate their association with incident hypertension in an urban area of West Bengal, India.

Materials and Methods:

About 330 young adults (20–39 years of age) residing in an urban area for more than 6 months were interviewed by the consecutive sampling method with a semistructured interview schedule. Weight, height, and blood pressure of all the study participants were measured using standard procedures. Continuous variables were expressed as mean (±SD) and categorical variables as proportions. The Chi-square test and bivariate and multivariate logistic regression were performed to estimate the association between select variables and incident hypertension.

Results:

In this study, prevalence of tobacco and alcohol consumption was 50.9% (95% CI: 45.5–56.3) and 46.4% (95% CI: 41.0–51.8), respectively. About 14.4% of participants were found to have incident hypertension (95% CI: 10.5–18.2). Statistically significant association of use of either tobacco or alcohol was found with incident hypertension in the present study (odds ratio: 2.57, 95% CI: 1.04–6.34, P value = 0.04).

Conclusion:

This study suggests that young adults who are alcohol and tobacco users are at an increased risk of developing incident hypertension. Hence, awareness generation and early screening measures at the national level should be implemented for prevention of noncommunicable diseases among young adults.
Work Ability Index and its Correlates among Police Officers in a District of South Kerala
Authors: Gayathri A V , Vincent Jose , Raju Aarya Serin , Anish Thekkumkara Surendran
Published: February 2025

Work ability, crucial for health and productivity, hinges on the balance between work demands and personal resources and is impacted by evolving factors. Effective occupational health practices and stress management significantly influence workforce well-being, especially in professions such as the police force. This study aimed to assess the work ability index (WAI) of police officers in a district of South Kerala and explore its correlation with the occupational stress index (OSI). The secondary objective was to find the sociodemographic factors associated with WAI and OSI. In this community-based cross-sectional study conducted from August 2018 to July 2019, 124 police officers in Kerala’s Kollam district were selected via multistage cluster sampling. An interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to collect data on WAI and OSI and analyzed using appropriate statistical methods. The study involved participants with a mean age (SD) of 44.56 (5.98) years, of whom 56.5% were males. It was found that 2.4% had poor, 33.1% moderate, 37.9% good, and 26.6% had excellent WAI. The mean OSI score was 141.2 (SD: 20.8), exhibiting a significant association with the WAI. Police officers identified strenuous working conditions, role ambiguity, overload, unprofitability, and low status as major stressors. The poor WAI was also linked to multimorbidity. The study found that subjects generally exhibited good work ability based on their average WAI score, which correlated negatively with high work stress levels. It underscores the importance of training police officers in communication skills and implementing preventive measures to enhance workplace health and safety.
Navigating the Emotional Terrain: Exploring the Psychological Impact of Infertility on Women at a Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: Yadav Anita , Baghel Jyoti , Kamath Anusha , Mundle Shuchita , Sharma Charu , Prakash Avinash
Published: February 2025

Infertility affects one in four couples globally, with significant psycho-social implications. This study explores the psychological footprint of infertility on women’s mental health in a tertiary care hospital, emphasizing the prevalence of distress and the need for targeted interventions to alleviate the emotional burden experienced by infertile women. This cross-sectional study, conducted from April to December 2020, enrolled 132 women with primary infertility (18-45 years) at a tertiary care teaching hospital. Participants completed a questionnaire covering socio-demographic details, reproductive history, social aspects, and the Psychological Evaluation Test (PET). Data analysis included descriptive statistics and inferential analyses using SPSS software, aiming to explore the psychological impact of infertility on women’s lives and identify those in need of psychological support. Out of 132 participants, the mean Psychological Evaluation Test (PET) score was 33.5 ± 5.3, signifying notable psychological distress. Women aged 26-30 constituted the majority (43.2%), with 57.6% residing in rural areas. Primary infertility was prevalent, with a mean duration of 5.9 ± 4.9 years. Most received medical treatment (76%), and 59.8% reported spousal support. Emotional reasons dominated desires for children, while financial problems and infertility treatment were major stressors. The study reveals a high prevalence of psychological distress among infertile women, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions. The study underscores the substantial psychological distress among infertile women, emphasizing the imperative for integrated psychological support.This holistic approach is crucial for enhanced infertility management and improved overall well-being.
Educational Intervention to Build Concepts on Drug-Related Adverse Events, their Monitoring and Reporting among Nursing Students: A Multicentric Longitudinal Study in North India
Authors: Singh Sukhbir , Mittal Niti , Kumar Suneel , Dhillon Brijender S. , Kaur Kiran , Singh Sunita
Published: February 2025

Background:

Adverse drug reactions (ADR) are unfavorable and harmful reactions to drugs used for disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, or modifying normal body functioning.

Objective:

The research examined nursing students’ knowledge and perception of adverse medication responses and the impact of structured training interventions.

Methods:

Single group pre and post-interventional study was conducted on nursing students using a questionnaire.

Results:

Pretest group had the lowest mean knowledge score (56.84010, SD = 17.28675), whereas the post-test group displayed the highest mean score (69.17513, SD = 16.48941). After a duration of one month, the level of knowledge saw a reduction; however, it still remained greater than the level before the training. The mean knowledge was 59.16244 with SD of 18.26255.

Conclusions:

The structured training program enhanced nursing students’ ADR knowledge and perception.
Correlation between Cognition and Core Strength in Older Adults: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Kumar Sanjiv , Gujar Kajol
Published: February 2025

Background:

Specific cognitive domains, such as judgment, memory, and processing speed, deteriorate with age. The deterioration of this cognitive area poses a significant threat to society, as the aged are more likely to be involved in accidents due to their slow processing speed, executive function, and visual processing. Aging is linked to a reduction in overall muscle cross-sectional area as well as core muscular strength. Core stability is crucial for efficient biomechanical function, which enhances force generation while reducing joint strain.

Aim:

This study aims to evaluate the relation between cognition and core strength in older adults.

Settings and Design:

A cross-sectional study was performed on community dwelling apparently healthy elderly individuals.

Materials and Methods:

One hundred six subjects were selected in the study on the basis of the selection criteria and were assessed for the level of cognition and core strength using the mini-mental state examination scale and pressure biofeedback unit, respectively.

Statistical Analysis:

The Pearson correlation method was used for analysis using the SPSS software.

Results:

The average cognitive level of males was 22.1 and that of females was 22.08 indicating mild cognitive impairment. Mean core strength in males was 3.42 mmHg and that in females was 2.81 mmHg. It was found that there was a statistically significant positive correlation (r = 0.3, P < 0.001) present between the level of cognition and core strength.

Conclusion:

There is a positive correlation between cognition and core strength in older adults also, increasing age is associated with decrease in the level of cognition and core muscular strength.
Exploring the Personification of Chronic Low Back Pain: An Evaluation with the Ben-Gurion University Illness Personification Scale
Authors: Girish Keerthana , Maharaj B. M. Aaniya
Published: February 2025

Context:

Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a condition that causes significant disability globally, making it crucial to understand how individuals personify their pain. Pain personification involves attributing human-like characteristics, traits, and qualities to one’s experience of pain. By understanding how an individual personifies their pain, healthcare professionals can gain insight into their emotional and psychological well-being. This knowledge can then be used to tailor treatment plans and coping strategies to meet the individual’s specific needs, ultimately leading to improved treatment outcomes.

Aims:

The aim of this study was to explore the presence of pain personification of CLBP using Ben-Gurion University Illness Personification Scale.

Settings and Design:

The online survey was carried out using Google Forms to gather data from CLBP patients in hospital and private physiotherapy clinic settings for 3 months, utilizing convenience sampling techniques.

Subjects and Methods:

Permission was obtained from the JSS college of Physiotherapy Internal Review Committee, the questionnaires was exported to the survey\monkey.com. Participants were screened based on inclusion and exclusion criteria and need, procedure of the study were explained to the selected participants. Consent form along with questionnaire is sent to the targeted population through Google Forms and is asked them to answer. All the responses obtaining from the targeted population were documented.

Statistical Analysis Used:

The data were derived from a Likert scale. The Shapiro–Wilk test of normality was used to confirm the normality of the data. The descriptive statistics was computed to interpret the data and to summarize the demographic characteristics. The association of low back pain and the pain personification was computed using Spearman’s correlation test.

Results:

The obtained correlation coefficient of P = 0.367 suggests a moderately positive correlation between the pain intensity measured on the visual analog scale and the personification score.

Conclusions:

This study concludes that there is a presence of pain personification in CLBP and the pain intensity is correlated with pain personification score.
Establishing Normative Reference Values for Figure of Eight Walk Test in Adults Aged 60–69 Years in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai – A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Jude D’souza , Muskaan Jain
Published: February 2025

Context:

The figure of eight walk test (F8WT) is a reliable instrument for measuring motor performance during walking, change of direction during walking, and assessment of postural stability when walking on a curved path. The F8WT may be useful for assessing mobility in community-dwelling older adults, but there are no normative reference values for the F8WT for people aged 60–69 years.

Aim:

The study aimed to determine the normative reference value of F8WT in adult males and females aged 60–69 years in the Indian population.

Settings and Design:

This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary care institution after obtaining approval from the institutional review board. The sample size was estimated using the sample size formula to estimate the proportion with a 95% confidence interval.

Subjects and Methods:

Three hundred and seventy participants (46.5% of males and 53.5%) were recruited during their general practitioner visit to our institute. Before the test, vital signs and body mass index information were recorded, and cognitive status was assessed using the Mini-Mental Scale Examination. The examiner demonstrated the F8WT to participants and gave them two trials, ensuring participant safety throughout the test.

Statistical Analysis:

The Mann–Whitney U-test was used to compare the median values of F8WT time required and steps completed between men and women.

Results:

The time and number of steps required to perform the test were recorded. The median time to complete the F8WT was 6.85 s (6.3 s–7.91 s) and the median number of steps was 12 steps (11 steps-12 steps). A statistically significant difference was found between gender and time to complete F8WT.

Conclusion:

The normative reference values for F8WT time for older healthy adults aged 60–69 in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai were 6.65 s (6.15–7.8) in males and 7.05 (6.45–7.96) in females. The reference values for F8WT steps were 12 steps (11 steps–12 steps) in males and 12 (11–12) in females. Men completed the test in less time than women.
Awareness, Perception, and Practice of Antenatal Exercise among Females in Goa: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Gracias Alisha , Fernandes Everly Nelly , Dhuri Yuga Jagdish
Published: February 2025

Context:

Pregnancy is a transformative and critical phase in a woman’s life. Antenatal exercises are proven to improve maternal and fetal health according to evidence-based practices. Despite enough international literature available regarding the role of physiotherapy in the antenatal period, scarce information is available with regard to the Goan context.

Aims:

The primary aim was to determine the level of awareness, perception, and practice of antenatal exercise among females in the state of Goa. The secondary aim was to find the association between awareness perception and practice with participants’ demographic characteristics.

Subjects and Methods:

This is a self-reported questionnaire-based cross-sectional study involving a sample size of 150. Women who visited the Obstetrics Outpatient Department at Goa Medical College participated in the study filling out a questionnaire distributed in four languages.

Statistical Analysis:

Results were obtained as percentages. Chi-square test was used to check for the association between awareness and perception with variables such as age, educational qualification, occupation, family income, and parity.

Results:

Most participants (66.67%) exercised, mainly walking, but 56.67% lacked awareness of antenatal exercises. Despite this, 90% believed exercise had pregnancy benefits. Only 2% attended antenatal exercise sessions, showing a significant gap. Education level, age, and income were significantly associated with awareness and perception of antenatal exercise benefits.

Conclusion:

The study found satisfactory awareness and good perception levels regarding antenatal exercises, but the actual practice was poor. Walking was the most common exercise. Age, educational qualification, and family income were associated with awareness and perception.
Effect of 12 Sessions of Oculus-guided Rehabilitation on Balance and Reaction Time in Recreational Athletes with Ankle Instability: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Metgud Santosh , Deshpande Mrunmayi , Sharma Govind , Fernandes Emberly
Published: February 2025

Context:

Ankle instability is an issue among recreational athletes, resulting in injuries such as sprains which lead to impaired proprioception and balance, increasing the risk of injury and affecting performance. Traditional rehabilitation focuses on strengthening exercises, recent technology such as oculus-guided virtual reality (VR) rehabilitation offers a more engaging approach proven to improve motor skills, balance, and reaction time and hence enhancing recovery in individuals with ankle instability.

Aims:

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of traditional exercises versus oculus-guided rehabilitation on the balance and reaction time in recreational athletes with ankle instability.

Settings and Design:

This randomized controlled trial was conducted in the tertiary care hospital of Belagavi City.

Subjects and Methods:

Individuals with ankle instability (n = 30) were randomly allocated into oculus-guided rehabilitation with traditional exercises and conventional group of exercises for 4 weeks, three times per week, respectively. Outcomes assessed were BlazePod and Star Excursion Balance Test which were measured pre and post, and at the end, participants received physical activity enjoyment scale questionnaire.

Statistical Analysis:

Comparison within the group was analyzed using a paired sample t-test and between the groups was analyzed using an independent t-test.

Results:

There was a significant improvement was seen in Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool scores (P = 0.0361) and reaction time (P = 0.001) in the oculus group as compared to the control. Furthermore, the participants enjoyed the oculus mode of intervention and were adherent to sessions than conventional exercises.

Conclusion:

Oculus-guided rehabilitation was more effective to the conventional mode of exercise for improving reaction time and balance. Oculus VR must be a part of reactional rehabilitation for athletes to be regular and adherent to treatment regimens.
Assessment of Empathy in Healthcare Professional Students and its Association with Patients’ Quality of Life Undergoing Cancer Rehabilitation-an Evaluation Study
Authors: Pattanshetty Renu , Dsouza Hazel Felix , Patil Harshita Balasaheb , Poojari Grace Mahesh
Published: February 2025

Context:

Cancer patients face physical and psychological distress, along with fear of uncertainty about their illness and treatment. Clinical empathy is essential to address their psychosocial needs alongside medical care.

Aims:

The aim of this study was to assess the effect of empathy in healthcare professional students and its association to the quality of life (QOL) of patients undergoing cancer rehabilitation.

Settings and Study Design:

An observational study conducted on healthcare professional students and cancer patients from a tertiary care hospital, Belagavi.

Materials and Methods:

An observational study was carried out which involved 384 students from different healthcare professions and 196 cancer patients from a tertiary care hospital, Belagavi. Empathy was assessed using the Jefferson Scale of Empathy in students and Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-General (FACT-G) for QOL in all cancer patients for a period of 4 months.

Results:

The correlation coefficient between the Jefferson scale and FACT-G scale using the Karl Pearson method suggested that in the nursing profession, empathy is associated with social/family well-being (r = 0.085) and emotional well-being (r = 0.03). For the pharmacy profession, empathy is associated with the QOL of patients with domains such as social/family (r = 0.026) well-being and functional well-being (r = 0.090). For the physical therapy profession, it suggested that empathy of this profession is associated with domains of physical well-being (r = 0.016) and emotional well-being (r = 0.060) in cancer patients, showcasing a 5% significance level and a linear affiliation which means that these variables move in the same direction when associated with each other, which is also referred to as a direct relationship between the variables.

Conclusion:

There exists a correlation between the level of empathy demonstrated by healthcare professional students and the QOL experienced by patients undergoing cancer rehabilitation.
Effect of Music Therapy versus Guided Imagery on Healthcare Professional Students with Stress and Anxiety: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Muragod Anil , Jadav Kaustubh , Dalal Jenisha Rajendra , Joshi Vedashri
Published: February 2025

Context:

The healthcare profession is highly challenging and distinctive, requiring students to possess exceptional academic performance and clinical competencies in addition to interpersonal skills. Accumulating stress developed by these factors increases anxiety among students affecting their performance in numerous aspects. Music therapy and guided imagery have proven to be effective in reducing stress and anxiety. However, no studies have been done comparing these two interventions.

Aims and Objectives:

The aims and objectives of this study were to evaluate the effect of music therapy versus guided imagery on healthcare professional students suffering from stress and anxiety.

Settings and Design:

A randomized clinical trial study was conducted at the healthcare institution.

Subjects and Methods:

Ethical clearance was granted by the institutional research and ethics committee before the study commenced. Fifty individuals with stress and anxiety were recruited in the study, and informed consent was taken. They were randomly allotted into two Groups A and B. “A” received music therapy from Peter Sterling’s album “The Angels Gift” and “B” received guided imagery audio by Johns Hopkins. Both groups received intervention for 15 min for 4 days a week for 3 weeks. Pre- and post-assessment was taken of both the groups by measuring their stress and anxiety scoring based on the Perceived Stress Scale and Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale.

Statistical Analysis:

Version 29.0.10 Statistical Package for the Social Studies (SPSS) program (SPSS Inc.; Chicago, IL, USA) was used for analysis. Independent sample t-test and Paired t-test were used for analysis. P < 0.05 was selected.

Results:

Music therapy and guided imagery were both equally effective in the reduction of stress and anxiety levels with P > 0.05.in healthcare professional students.

Conclusion:

Music therapy and guided imagery showed significant effects in reducing stress and anxiety among healthcare professional students. Outcomes showed that both were equally reliable.
Efficacy of Cryotherapy and Phonophoresis along with Conventional Exercises in Tennis Elbow Patients
Authors: Tejwani Somesh Motilal , Varadharajulu G.
Published: February 2025

Context:

Tennis elbow is primarily the result of overuse injuries brought on by repetitive motions involving a heavy grip or wrist extension. Physical treatments (such as phonophoresis, cryotherapy, and others) have been utilized to decrease pain, control swelling or inflammation, and enhance or restore function in the management of musculoskeletal injuries for many years and are still being used today.

Aims:

The aim of the study is to find out the effect of the combination of phonophoresis, and cryotherapy in lateral epicondylitis (LE).

Setting and Design:

This was a pre- and postinterventional study design with 30 participants with lateral epicondylitis.

Methodology:

It is a pre- and postintervention study with 30 subjects in the age group of 30–60 who were diagnosed with LE by a physiotherapist. The procedure of the study was briefed and all the participants were provided with a written informed consent form before the intervention. Assessments like visual analog scale (VAS) and PRTEE were assessed pre- and postintervention.

Statistical Analysis Used:

The statistical analysis was calculated using the software “InStat”. The pre- and postvalues of the VAS scale at rest and on activity were compared using paired t-tests. The PRTEE assessment values were compared. The pre- and postresults were compared through paired test and two tail P value comparison.

Results:

Thirty–40 years group had 14 subjects while groups 41–50 years and 51–60 years had 9 and 7 subjects, respectively, of which 14 were female while 16 were male. The statistical analysis showed significant results when compared pre- and postevaluation with P < 0.0001 for both VAS and PRTEE.

Conclusion:

This research clarifies the positive result of the treatment protocol (cryotherapy, phonophoresis, and cryotherapy) making it an eligible plan to be followed by physiotherapists for a positive treatment outcome in lateral epicondylitis.
Effect of Jacobson Relaxation and Structured Exercise Protocol in Stage I Hypertension – A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Shinde Veena V. , Naik Varun
Published: February 2025

Context:

Stage I hypertension is a prevalent condition associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Nonpharmacological interventions such as aerobic exercise and relaxation methods are essential for management. This study evaluates the comparative effectiveness of Jacobson relaxation and organized exercise programs in lowering hypertension-related markers.

Aims:

The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare how planned exercise regimens and Jacobson relaxation methods differently affect the blood pressure, heart rate, blood sugar, and ankle–brachial index of individuals with stage 1 hypertension.

Materials and Methods:

Based on specified inclusion and exclusion criteria, a total of 50 participants were selected for the study. At random, the participants were split into two equal groups: Group A followed structured aerobic exercise while Group B underwent Jacobson’s relaxation program for 4 weeks. While resting heart rate and blood pressure were assessed while seated, ankle blood pressure was measured while supine to calculate the ankle–brachial index (ABI). During a fast, blood glucose levels were also recorded. Every outcome indicator was evaluated both before and after the intervention period.

Results:

Group A showed significant reductions in fasting glucose (difference: 17.35 mg/dL, P < 0.001), glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) (0.41, P < 0.001), and systolic blood pressure (SBP) (P < 0.001). Group B improved diastolic blood pressure (DBP) at weeks 2 and 3 (P = 0.009, P < 0.001); ABI and heart rate remained unchanged.

Conclusion:

The intervention significantly reduced fasting blood glucose, SBP, and HbA1c levels, especially in Group A, but had no effect on heart rate or ABI. Group B experienced significant decreases in DBP, suggesting that the benefits differed for each group.
Frequency and Pattern of Injuries in Rink Hockey Players
Authors: Jasmine  , Bindra Supreet , Singh Pankajpreet
Published: February 2025

Context:

The fast-paced game of rink hockey is played using sticks, pucks, and in-line skates. The possible risk factors for injury range from falls to changing directions quickly, contacting players unintentionally, and coming into touch with boards, sticks, or pucks. In addition to raising overall expenses for individuals and society, sports-related injuries can affect a player’s ability to perform, and eventually, the success of the team as a whole.

Aim:

To find the frequency and pattern of injuries in rink hockey players.

Materials and Methods:

The study was conducted among 132 rink hockey players, both males and females with ages between 10 and 30 years old (20.37 ± 4.08), from Roller Jets, Chandigarh District Roller Skating Association and Mohali Roller Skating Association (Punjab). Rink hockey players with more than 12 months of experience, who participated in the game on the regular basis and those who had sustained had injuries from past 1 year were included from the study.

Results:

Data were analyzed using the SPSS software version 26. The study found a higher prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries among rink hockey players with knee and ankle/foot being the most affected body parts. Male players, especially seniors and those with extensive training and experience were found to be at higher risk.

Conclusions:

The prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in rink hockey players necessitates the implementation of educational initiatives, proper equipment protocols, timely evaluation of injuries, managing training intensity, and integration of physiotherapy interventions into training programs.
Holistic Well-being Practices for Enriched Living in the Geriatric Population: A Literature Review
Authors: Patil Suma P. , Dcosta Brinda , Mahaveer Navami
Published: February 2025

The increasing global elderly population faces mental health challenges such as cognitive decline, social isolation, and loss of loved ones. Addressing these issues is crucial for enhancing mental well-being. This literature review explores the impact of nature therapy, pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual connection, community involvement, and quality sleep on mental wellness in the elderly. A comprehensive literature review was conducted on various databases, focusing on cost-effective and accessible nonpharmacological interventions for improving mental wellness in the geriatric population. The literature search was conducted on PubMed, Science Direct, and Google Scholar for articles published between 2015 and 2023. Findings indicate that nature therapy, pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual practices, community involvement, and quality sleep positively impact mental health. These approaches contribute to reducing stress and depression while enhancing overall well-being. Integrating these low-cost, accessible interventions can significantly improve mental wellness in the elderly, promoting a proactive approach to mental health and overall quality of life.
Awareness about Modifiable Risk Factors and Preventive Measures of Stress Urinary Incontinence in Overweight and Obese Women: An Observational Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Singhaniya Khushi Dilip , Mohan Venu
Published: February 2025

Context:

Urinary incontinence (UI) refers to the unintentional or involuntary leakage of urine. It is more prevalent in women than men, with overweight and obese women at considerably greater risk. There are numerous risk factors that can be altered. It is both treatable and avoidable in primary care but yet gets little attention and treatment. Examining women’s UI knowledge is vital, for this reason. The purpose of this study was to assess the knowledge of stress UI among overweight or obese women.

Aim:

The aim of the study was to study the current extent of awareness about risk factors and preventive measures of stress UI among overweight and obese women.

Setting and Design:

The study design was a cross-sectional observational study.

Methodology:

Approval was taken by the Institutional Ethical Committee for the current study. A purposive sample of 150 overweight and obese women aged 35–80 years was recruited through community groups and hospitals. Women with cognitive impairments and women who are medical professionals were excluded. A self-made face-validated questionnaire was used which was divided into three sections: (1) demographics, (2) awareness about modifiable risk factors, and (3) awareness about preventive measures.

Statistical Analysis Used:

The data obtained were analyzed using descriptive statistics., per question analysis using Microsoft Excel.

Results:

Of the 150 participants, 54% of women had heard and/or knew about stress UI. The findings revealed that individuals showed limited knowledge of the causes of stress UI or methods for preventing it.

Conclusion:

The authors concluded that the extent of awareness of overweight and obese women about risk factors and preventive measures of urinary stress incontinence is not adequate, and knowledge of UI should be improved and assistance provided by educational programs on bladder and bowel health.
Recovery profile of desflurane with air or nitrous oxide in patients undergoing general anesthesia – A prospective cohort study
Authors: Kumar Nishant , Chauhan Nisha , Jain Aruna
Published: February 2025

Background and Aims:

Desflurane helps in prompt awakening when discontinued. Since desflurane has a lesser blood: gas solubility than nitrous oxide, we hypothesized that use of air with desflurane would result in a rapid recovery compared to desflurane with nitrous oxide.

Materials and Methods:

After approval from the institutional ethical committee was obtained, this prospective, nonrandomized study (CTRI/2017/11/010558) was conducted. This study included 110 American Society of Anesthesiologists I–II patients aged 18–60 years, of either sex, undergoing general anesthesia using desflurane with air or nitrous oxide for elective surgery. The primary objective was to compare the time taken to achieve a modified Aldrete score of 9/10. The secondary objectives were to compare time to spontaneous respiration, time to extubation, time to verbal response, time to orientation, intraoperative opioid consumption, and incidence of explicit recall between groups. P <0.05 was considered significant.

Results:

The time required to achieve modified Aldrete score of 9/10 was higher in those who received nitrous oxide (899.09 ± 426.85 s) compared to those who received air (464.27 ± 190.28 s; P < 0.01). Time taken for spontaneous respiration, extubation, verbal response, and orientation was significantly higher with the use of desflurane with nitrous oxide compared to use of air. The intraoperative opioid requirement was statistically significant, but clinically not significant. Explicit recall was not seen in any of the patients.

Conclusion:

Nitrous oxide delays the elimination of desflurane compared to air, thus delaying extubation and recovery and mitigating the beneficial effects of desflurane.
Deaths and cardiac arrests during anesthesia – An analysis of 361,152 procedures in a major US health system
Authors: Goudra Basavana , Guthal Arjun , Belani Kumar
Published: February 2025

Background and Aims:

The aim was to analyze the factors associated with intraoperative cardiac arrests at a major US academic center.

Material and Methods:

In this single-center university hospital setting retrospective study, perioperative cardiac arrest data obtained from the clinical quality improvement and local registry from June 1, 2013 to November 19, 2019 was analyzed. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the findings.

Results:

A total of 361,152 anesthesia-requiring procedures were performed. At least 49 cardiac arrests occurred in the operating room (at a rate of 1.3 cardiac arrests for every 10,000 surgeries), of which 23 resulted in death (at a rate of 0.6 deaths for every 10,000 surgeries). Twenty-eight cardiac arrests occurred during elective procedures and the remaining were emergencies. Among the causes, hyperkalemia was seen as a likely contributory cause in six patients. PEA (Pulseless electrical activity) was the dominant rhythm and often did not precede other life-threatening arrhythmias. In terms of subspecialty, cardiac surgery witnessed the highest number of cardiac arrests followed by solid organ transplant. Nurse anesthetist/physician anesthesiologist team-delivered care was associated with intraoperative cardiac arrests, with a rate similar to that of all-physician care teams (21 vs. 28), and the death rates were similar (11 vs. 12). Highest number of cardiac arrests belonged to American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) 3 category. All patients who sustained cardiac arrests in ASA 2 category also died. Patients with a BMI >30.0 had the highest number of cardiac arrests, although the number of deaths was low.

Conclusions:

Hyperkalemia is a major factor in intraoperative cardiac arrests. Majority of the cardiac arrests occur during emergency procedures. Solid organ transplant and cardiac surgery carry the highest risk of cardiac arrests.
Automorphisms of Du Val del Pezzo surfaces
Authors: Virin Nikita Andreevich
Published: February 2025

We present a description for the automorphism groups of Du Val del Pezzo surfaces whose automorphism groups are infinite.
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Developing Learning Management Skills for Science Teachers in the 21st Century
Authors: Suebsing Saksri , Wisetsat Channarong
Published: February 2025

The aim of this study is to enhance science instructors' 21st-century learning management abilities. Among the sample group are teachers of primary science. This resulted from using a straightforward random sample selection technique (basic random sampling). The test, the learning management assessment, and the 21st Century Science Learning Management Handbook were the instruments employed in the study. ANOVA and the t-test use pre-made statistical routines. The results show that the development of learning management skills for scientific instructors in the twenty-first century includes the theories, concepts, and tenets of a model that stresses engagement in teaching and learning activities as well as actual action. There are five steps in the model: Step 1 Engagement, Step 2 Exploration, Step 3 Explain, Step 4: Elaboration, Step 5: Evaluation, Comparing, and Measuring the 21st-Century Learning Activity Skills of Science Teachers It is clear that, following the arrangement of learning activities connected to the improvement of learning management skills for scientific teachers in the twenty-first century, there is a statistically significant difference at level 0.05. In comparison to the pre-activity, the average score rose after the learning exercise.