bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
DELAPAN BELAS TAHUN PERKEMBANGAN PENELITIAN SUSTAINABILITY REPORT: STUDI LITERATUR REVIEW
Authors: Bima Muhammad , Indah Setiawan Rhisma , Apriliana Agustin Dwi , Djasuli Mohamad
Published: October 2024

This study aims to examine the development of research related to sustainability report in the international scope. The review is based on 59 articles that discuss published in Scopus indexed scientific journals (Q1 and Q2). Articles were selected with the keyword "sustainability report" which was traced in the "article title" only. Article mapping includes journal name, year of publication, research methods, research variables, and data sources. research variables, and research data sources. This study found that the development of research on sustainability reports tends to increase from year to year and the most occurred in 2019. The publication of the most sustainability report articles in the Journal of Cleaner Production journal. Research articles related to sustainability report mostly uses qualitative methods and secondary data sources. Research with quantitative methods more often use the variables Return on assets (ROA), Level of indebtedness (Leverage), and Firm size. of indebtedness (Leverage), and Firm size. This study provides evidence of the development of sustainability report research that has been published in accredited international scientific journals (Q1 and Q2).
AKUNTABILITAS DAN AKSESIBILITAS PENGELOLAAN DANA DESA PADA DESA MANDALLE
Authors: Wiyana Anim , Nurmaulidah Nurmaulidah
Published: October 2024

The aim of this research is to look at the influence of Accountability and Accessibility on Village Fund Management in Mandalle Village, West Bajeng District, Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi Province. The research method applied was quantitative with a total sample of 67 people consisting of village officials, RT Head, RW Head, Village Supervisory Board and Youth Leaders in Mandalle Village, Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi. The results of the questionnaire obtained were tested for validity and reliability as well as classic assumptions in the form of normality assumptions, then data analysis was carried out using multiple linear regression techniques. Based on the findings in several tests, it is clear that accountability has a positive and significant effect on village fund management, but accessibility has no effect on village fund management. The implementation of accountability in Mandalle Village has been carried out optimally because there is an announcement banner containing the contents of the financial report for one year of government in front of the Mandalle Village office. In developing the accessibility of village fund management information, the Mandalle Village Government needs access to social media and the Mandalle Village website.
PENGARUH DISIPLIN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA DENGAN MOTIVASI SEBAGAI VARIABEL MEDIASI PADA PEGAWAI DINAS PERHUBUNGAN KOTA BALIKPAPAN
Authors: Yuliani Tutik , Hadiyatno Didik , Ariani Misna , Yusuf Tamzil , Saraswati Wiwik , Natha Symha Murti Sonya
Published: October 2024

This research aims to determine the direct influence of work discipline and motivation variables on the performance of Balikpapan city transportation service employees, as well as to determine the indirect effect of work discipline on performance with motivation as a mediating variable for Balikpapan city transportation service employees. This research used a sample of 53 respondents with a questionnaire data collection method and analysis tools assisted by PLS software. The results show that (1) work discipline directly has a positive and significant effect on the motivation and performance of Balikpapan city transportation service employees; (2) motivation directly has a positive and significant effect on the performance of Balikpapan city transportation service employees; (3) Indirectly, work discipline influences the performance of transportation service employees by mediating motivation
SIAPIK: TRANSFORMASI DIGITAL SEBAGAI BASIS PENCATATATAN INFORMASI KEUANGAN UMKM DI IBU KOTA NUSANTARA (IKN)
Authors: Gunawan Agung , Huda Yus'an Nurul
Published: October 2024

The aim of this research is to assess the readiness to adopt the SIAPIK application as a digital financial recording technology for MSMEs in IKN. This research method is descriptive and tends to use analysis. The research was conducted in Kab. Penajam Paser Utara and Kab. Kutai Kartanegara which covers all MSMEs in the IKN area. The number of samples used was 2,456 MSMEs. Sample collection used interviews and the SIAPIK application installation and testing method. Based on the results of Canvas Business Modeling, it is known that Fish Crackers (milkfish amplang) have great potential to develop because of the unique raw materials and the IKN area will become the center of the country's capital and tourism. Apart from that, the readiness of MSMEs in the IKN area to adopt the SIAPIK application is not yet optimal because only 3.06% of business actors use this application to record business finances. The results of installation and testing show that business actors face challenges in using the SIAPIK application, this is due to the lack of accounting knowledge and the difficulty of using the SIAPIK application.
VIRTUAL REALITY BASE REHABILITATION IN STROKE FOR UPPER LIMB MOTOR RECOVERY
Authors: Raza Muhammad Haris , Qayyum Saba , Khan Muhammad Adnan , Khan Muhammad Amjad
Published: October 2024

Background of the study: The main cause of disability globally is stroke, with upper extremity motor impairment mostly involved. Virtual reality is an emerging technology that has been widely used in stroke rehabilitation with physical therapy for upper extremity functional restoration. The present systematic review is aimed at providing an evidence-based quality assessment of virtual reality based rehabilitation for upper extremity motor recovery in patients with cerebrovascular accident.
Methodology: A comprehensive search was conducted in major electronic databases including Medline (PubMed), Pedro, Embase, and CINAHL published articles between 2018 to 2023 whose full text was available. This review comprised 9 studies. With the use of the Cochrane risk of bias tool, the caliber of the included studies was evaluated.
Results: The current evidence suggests that VR-based interventions can significantly improve upper limb motor function. The systematic review featured few RCTs and fewer subjects, making generalization difficult, especially as most studies incorporated virtual reality with traditional therapy, and those focusing purely on virtual reality were similarly tiny. The review is the independent creation of authors.
Conclusion: VR-based therapies have the potential to be an efficient and secure method for stroke patients to regain upper extremity motor function. To provide standardized procedures and result metrics, as well as to solve the practical difficulties related to implementing VR in stroke therapy, further research is required.
A VALIDATION STUDY OF THE TRANSLATED URDU VERSION OF THE ARTHRITIS IMPACT MEASUREMENTS SCALE ARTHRITIS IMPACT MEASUREMENT SCALES 2 IN KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS PATIENTS
Authors: Ashraf Hafiza Sana , Sharif Zarqa , Arshad Moeeza , Asif Tooba , Shakeel Hammad , Muhammad Atta
Published: October 2024

Background of the Study: Language difficulties in the healthcare industry can cause misunderstandings or errors in care. Most of the Pakistani population communicates and comprehends in the Urdu language. Keeping this in mind, Urdu was chosen in the current study to gather information from patients with identified knee osteoarthritis in elderly individuals. To determine the validity of the translated version of Arthritis Impact Measurement Scale 2 URDU in knee osteoarthritis patients in Lahore, Pakistan.

Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted with 234 participants. The data were collected from knee osteoarthritis patients at the University of Lahore teaching hospital. Data were collected using the AIMS-2 URDU questionnaire and the KOOS questionnaire. The sample was collected using a non-probability-convenient sampling technique.

Results: Out of the total, 116 (49%) were males and 118 (51%) were females. The mean age was 51.1 years. Overall test-retest reliability and internal consistency of the Arthritis Impact scale were 0.990, excellent. The overall inter-item correlation of AIMS2-U was 0.981. For every subscale, the ceiling effect ranges from 5% to 10% and the floor effect ranges from 0% to 4%. The convergent validity between Arthritis Impact Measurement Scale 2—Urdu (arthritis pain, work) and KOOS (pain, symptom, ADLs, knee-related QOL) subscales when calculated through Pearson’s correlation coefficient was an excellent negative correlation. The highest factor loading demonstrated in arthritis pain was 0.960. Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO) degree of sampling adequacy confirmed a high significant value of 0.916. A value of 0.00 on Bartlett’s test is considered to be not significant.

Conclusion: The Arthritis Impact Measurement Scale 2 Urdu Version portrays excellent test-retest reliability, excellent internal consistency, and strong positive correlation, i.e., excellent convergent validity.
AWARENESS OF CARDIOPULMONARY FITNESS: A SURVEY AMONG FINAL YEAR PHYSIOTHERAPY STUDENTS IN KARACHI
Authors: Batool Asma , Nafees Khadija , Naz Tahireen , Ghazal Naseem
Published: October 2024

Background of the Study: Cardiopulmonary fitness is a major component of healthy life and it is a fundamental component of physical and psychological wellness. Healthy persons can raise their metabolic rate markedly producing the energy required for continuous exercises. CPF exercises assist the body development more effectively and well-enhanced to handle ADLs and tasks. It also reduces the possibility of several chronic diseases. This study aims to evaluate awareness and knowledge of cardiopulmonary fitness among physical therapy students in Karachi.

Methodology: A cross-sectional survey was conducted at physiotherapy institutes. A sample of 230 was selected via a non- probability purposive sampling technique. Data was collected using a self-designed questionnaire derived from literature, for its validity pilot testing was done prior to the survey. Consent was taken after explaining the study’s aims and objectives. Participants were asked to fill out the questionnaire.

Results: The majority of the students (66.9%) had fair awareness of cardiopulmonary fitness, only 12.6% were well aware of CPF. 82.6% and 80.4% of students knew about the CPF exercise’s nature and mode respectively. Regarding the frequency and duration of CPF exercises only 24.3% and 31.3% of students respectively, knew accurately and only 32% knew how CPF exercises differ from general exercises. Only 27% of students knew about the muscle fiber type used in CPF exercises. 82.2% of participants were aware of the energy consumption mechanism used in CPF exercises.

Conclusion: The outcome of this study shows that there is a lack of cardiopulmonary fitness awareness and inconsistency in related knowledge Majority of the students were not well aware of cardiopulmonary fitness among physiotherapy students.
COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF FUNCTIONAL ABILITY AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN LOWER LIMB AMPUTEES WITH PROSTHETICS IN CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS
Authors: Sohail Badar , Nawaz Umber , Arslan Syed Asadullah , Ahmad Ashfaq , Sehar Gul-e- , Sohail Aqsa
Published: October 2024

Background of the Study: Physical activity and exercise part of maintaining good health. Its benefits are associated with improved life quality in the physical, psychological, and social sectors. Physical exercise is therefore essential to the recovery of amputees. A person’s quality of life might suffer when a limb is amputated. The quality of life for amputees in order to improve health, though, is little understood. The primary objective of this study was to look into the quality of life and physical activity of male adults and adolescents who had lower limb prosthesis.

Methodology: Lower-limb amputees participated in the cross-sectional, descriptive study. investigation.72 Adolescents (5-17 years) and male adults (18-40 years) with unilateral transtibial and transfemoral amputees participated. The World Health Organization Quality of Life scale (WHOQOL) self-administration questionnaire was used to evaluate quality of life. Whereas, to check lower extremity conditions in the participants, The Lower Extremity functionality Scale was used.

Results: Low Extremity Functions had significant positive relationship with overall Quality of Life with mean 32.45±9.44 and the strength of the correlation was .24*. Moreover, components of Quality-of-Life Environmental Health and Physical Health shows significant positive relationship with Lower Extremity Functions. Physical Health and Social Relationship showed non-significant correlation with lower Extremity Function.

Conclusion: It was concluded that the age group differences were not significant with the Quality of Life, Physical health, Psychological health, social relationship and environmental health. However, the results showed that the quality of life and the lower extremity functional scale had a positive relationship. If the QOL of the individual increases that LEFS also increases. The social relationships and the psychological health do not correlate with the lower extremity functions but, the physical health and the environmental health has a significant impact on it.
PREVALENCE OF THORACIC OUTLET SYNDROME IN WORKERS AND PLAYERS OF FAISALABAD
Authors: Hussain Ghazal , Hussain Sarah , Rashid Hafiz Hamid , Khan Hafsa
Published: October 2024

Background of the Study: A neurovascular compression that causes pain and tingling sensation in arms either unilateral or bilateral and aggravates with overhead activities is termed as thoracic outlet syndrome. Symptoms includes discomfort, pain, heaviness and thoracic nerve impingement. It is a form of group of disorders that affects bony, muscular and even fibrous structures. If left untreated TOS can result in devastating functional and structural abnormalities.

Methodology: It was a cross sectional observational study. A sample of 195 players and workers was taken from public sector organizations of Faisalabad. Inclusion criteria consisted of participants with 20 years of age or older. Gender was specified to be male only. Players who were actively participating in any sports were included. Laboring staff that were involved in overhead activities were included. Convenience sampling technique was used. Subjects with previously diagnosed traumatic injury and surgery were excluded. Adson maneuver and DASH questionnaire was utilized as data collection procedure.

Results: Data was analyzed using SPSS version 21. Independent t test was applied to record prevalence of thoracic outlet syndrome. P-value 0.0001 demonstrates statistically significant prevalence in players and workers. An overall of 59% prevalence was recorded in both workers and players.

Conclusions: It is concluded that thoracic outlet syndrome is highly prevalent in both workers and players. Comparison between both populations demonstrates slightly high prevalence in players by 51.8%, as those for workers to be 48.2. It is frequent within age groups of 20-30 in players and 30-50 years in workers.
ALEXITHYMIA: PREVALENCE AND ASSOCIATION WITH EXECUTIVE FUNCTION AMONG PHYSIOTHERAPY STUDENTS IN KARACHI, PAKISTAN
Authors: Zakir Nida , Saleem Sahara , Fatima Vaneeza , Zulfiqar Bakhtawar , Rizvi Syed Hasan Abbas
Published: October 2024

Background of the Study: Alexithymia is a set of cognitive traits, including the inability to verbalize and recognize one’s emotions. Physiotherapy students are more vulnerable to developing Alexithymia due to their academic workload and intense clinical postings. This neurobiological deficit involves frontal lobe dysfunction and reduced anterior cingulate cortex function, impacting executive function. This study aims to determine the prevalence of Alexithymia and its association with executive function among physiotherapy students.

Methodology: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among physiotherapy students using the Toronto Alexithymia scale (TAS-20) to assess prevalence and executive function. It was evaluated through two neurophysiological tasks: Trail making and Verbal fluency tests. Data was analyzed using SPSS Version 26.0.

Result: Out of 400 participants, the private license of Alexithymia was estimated to be 55%. Among physiotherapy students 24% were found to be at risk of possible Alexithymia. Alexithymia and executive function showed significant association with 85% of students demonstrating reduced performance on the trail-making test A (p=0.001). 83.3% of students had low outcomes on the trail-making test B (p=0.002), and 90% of students had low performance on verbal fluency tests (p=0.002).

Conclusion: Alexithymia is linked with male gender, marital status, academic year, smoking, internet use and bullying history. We are increasing awareness and developing interventions to enhance the mental well-being of students.
Legal Protection for the Suspect's Wife in Handling Money Laundering Cases: Evidence from the Indonesian National Narcotics Agency
Authors: Sayuti Sayuti , Irwansyah Irwansyah , Susetyo Heru
Published: October 2024

Money laundering is a stand-alone crime, although money laundering is born from its original crime, such as corruption, but the anti-money laundering regime in almost all countries places money laundering as a crime independent of its original crime. In handling narcotics criminal cases, the suspect's wife is sometimes made a suspect in a money laundering crime. Seeing this, clear restrictions are needed in order to achieve legal certainty, legal protection and justice for wives who are determined to be perpetrators of money laundering crimes. This is qualitative research using a statutory approach, case and conceptual approaches. The primary legal materials resulted from relevant laws and legislation. The legal material collected is analysed prescriptively. The results show that there is a difference in treatment of the perpetrator's wife in almost the same narcotics criminal cases, indicating that investigators in money laundering criminal cases do not yet have standard procedures. Hence, the assessment is based on the investigator's subjectivity. As a special crime, the crime of money laundering requires formulating procedural law that is different from ordinary criminal procedural law.
Termination of the Mandate of an Agent: An Examination under OHADA Uniform Act on General Commercial Law
Authors: NOH NDEKWENA Alison
Published: October 2024

When an agency relationship is created, it confers on the parties obligations which must be fulfilled by the parties. These obligations do not remain forever as they can come to an end. This can be done under normal circumstances by the act of the parties or by operation of the law and when the conduct of the agent is in contradiction to the mandate agreement as may be the case if the agent is liable for serious misconduct as provided by the OHADA Uniform Act on General Commercial Law. The provisions of the act regarding termination on grounds of serious misconduct is worrisome, as the act talks about termination in such manner only for commercial agents and is silent about the other two types of agents: the broker and the commission agent. The act also, does not tell us what this serious misconduct it mentions by the commercial agent is, nor gives us insights on what constitutes such conduct to warrant termination of the mandate of the agent by the principal. When termination of the agency is done under conditions as such, it has grave consequences on the agent who might not be entitled to certain benefits associated with termination of the contract such as loss of the right to compensatory allowance or indemnity and more importantly may give room to arbitrary or wrongful termination of the mandate of the agent. Through analytical and comparative studies, this paper focuses on termination of the mandate of an agent under the OHADA Uniform Act on General Commercial Law, wherein, the different modes of termination of the mandate of an agent have been discussed, and more specifically makes an attempt in looking at what serious misconduct is and what could amount to such conduct so as to avoid arbitrary or wrongful termination. It is therefore suggested that, statutory guidelines found in other statutes in relation to the subject matter can serve as a lamp light in our context.
The Role of Company Age in Moderating the Effect of Political Connections, Audit Committees and Institutional Ownership on the Quality of Financial Reports
Authors: Pardede J Ferdinand H , Andesto Ronny
Published: October 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of Political Connections, Audit Committees and Institutional Ownership on the Quality of Financial Reports with Company Age as a moderating variable. Research is an exploratory study conducted to find out and explain more deeply and holistically the characteristics of the variables studied in a situation. The sample used in this study was the LQ45 companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2020-2022, while the technical data analysis used in this study was Panel Data Regression and Moderated Regression Analysis. The results of the study provide empirical evidence that Political Connections do not affect the Quality of Financial Reports, the Audit Committee affects the Quality of Financial Reports, Institutional Ownership affects the Quality of Financial Reports, Company Age moderation can strengthen the influence of Political Connections on the Quality of Financial Reports, Company Age moderation can strengthen the influence of the Audit Committee on the Quality of Financial Reports, Company Age moderation can weaken the influence of Institutional Ownership on the Quality of Financial Reports.
Internal Control and Firms’ Financial Performance in Nigeria: A Study of Selected Manufacturing Firms
Authors: Ogunwale Dr. Olurotimi , Areghan Dr. Isibor
Published: October 2024

This study was carried out for the purpose of understanding the impact of internal control on firm performance. This research wanted to prove that internal control played an important role on the performance of ten selected manufacturing firm in Nigeria. Internal control factors like board size, audit committee size, and board independence were investigated to see how they impact performance. Secondary data gotten from the ten manufacturing firms’ financial statement were analyzed using the panel data regression analysis. Although the fixed effect and the random effect regression were carried out, the Hausman test pointed to the fixed effect regression as significant, hence it was focused on. Findings from the fixed effect revealed that board size, audit committee size, and board independence were all significant in impacting firm performance measured by equity returns. The study therefore recommended among others that the Board of directors should be more diverse in the composition of board members as this would boost their independence.
The Role of Mental Health Literacy in Shaping Help-Seeking Behaviors among High School Students in Vietnam
Authors: Nguyen Hoang Le Bao , Huynh Son Van , Bui Quan Hong
Published: October 2024

Background: Mental health issues, such as stress, anxiety, and depression, are becoming more common among high school students, yet cultural stigma and inadequate mental health literacy impede effective help-seeking in Vietnam. Adolescents sometimes encounter obstacles in identifying mental health issues and obtaining suitable resources, particularly in environments where professional services are inadequate and mental health is stigmatized. Purpose: This study aims to address the comprehension of mental health awareness and help-seeking behaviors among Vietnamese high school students. Methods: The study involved 422 high school students from four cities in Vietnam. The Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS-21) and Mental Health Literacy Scale (MHLS) were employed to evaluate mental health awareness and behavior, with data processed utilizing SPSS version 22.0. Result: Students exhibited the greatest awareness of bipolar disorder (M = 4.43, SD = 0.844). Students experience a moderate to high level of anxiety when they become aware of potential mental health issues (M = 3.50, SD = 1.296). In order of priority, students actively seek information about mental health professionals (M = 3.88, SD = 0.645). Students are highly critical and thoughtful in comparing different sources of advice before deciding on a mental health strategy (M = 4.27, SD = 0.925). Students are slightly more likely to participate in these programs compared to other formal mental health resources (M = 1.44, SD = 0.469). Some students turn to online communities for support and guidance in managing their mental health issues (M = 1.63, SD = 0.483). Conclusion: This investigation underscores numerous critical developments in the mental health awareness and help-seeking behaviors of students in high schools. Students exhibited a deliberate approach to evaluating mental health resources and a strong awareness of bipolar disorder.
Can CRP and Lymphocyte Count be Considered as Predictive Factors for the Prognosis of COVID-19 in Intensive Care? An Analytic Study
Authors: Jaouhari Sidi Driss El , Bouhabba Najib , Hamdani Zakaria , Filali Karim
Published: October 2024

Introduction: SARS Cov2 infection still represents a real threat whose clinical severity results from an inadequate immuno-inflammatory reaction. The objective of our study was to determine the prognostic interest of the value of CRP and the rate of lymphocytes in the management of patients contaminated by SARS-Cov2. Material And Methods: This is a prospective, descriptive and analytical study of interest to patients with severe COVID-19, admitted to medical intensive care at the Oued Eddahab military hospital, for a period of one year. The biological parameters were analyzed on admission and during the stay in intensive care. The ROC curve was used to determine the sensitivity and specificity of CRP and lymphocytes as well as their optimal predictive threshold values. Results: 32 patients were included in our study. The average age of admissions was 65 years ± 12.38 with a sex ratio of 5.4 in favor of men. The optimal predictive threshold for the severity found was 147mg/l for CRP with a sensitization of 95% and a specificity of 83.3%, and 807/mm3 for lymphocytes with a sensitivity of 91.7% and a specificity of 95%. The odds ratio (OR) found for CRP and lymphocytes was > 1. Conclusion: The CRP and the level of lymphocytes at the threshold defined above are risk factors for the severity of Sars-Cov2 infection.
TRANSTORNO DE DÉFICIT DE ATENÇÃO COM HIPERATIVIDADE: UMA ABORDAGEM SOBRE DIAGNÓTISCO E ABORDAGENS TERAPÊUTICAS.
Authors: Silva Lorena Rebouças da , Holanda Beatriz Almeida , Pereira Yasmim de Araújo , Filho Carlos Alberto Mendonça , Villarim Poema da Cunha Melo Ramos , Antunes Miguel Costa Fortes Ferreira
Published: October 2024

O Transtorno de Déficit de Atenção e Hiperatividade (TDAH) é um transtorno neurodesenvolvimental que afeta funções cognitivas e comportamentais, impactando a vida escolar, profissional e social de quem o apresenta. As principais características incluem desatenção, marcada pela dificuldade de focar em tarefas, esquecer compromissos e cometer erros por distração; hiperatividade, com comportamentos agitados, dificuldade de ficar parado e inquietação física e mental; e impulsividade, expressa em ações impensadas, dificuldade de aguardar a vez e interromper conversas ou atividades. O TDAH pode se manifestar de três formas: predominantemente desatento, predominantemente hiperativo/impulsivo ou em uma combinação dos dois tipos.
As causas do TDAH são multifatoriais, envolvendo fatores genéticos, ambientais e alterações neuroquímicas, como a disfunção na regulação da dopamina, neurotransmissor relacionado à motivação e ao prazer. O diagnóstico é clínico, baseado na observação do comportamento ao longo do tempo e em diferentes contextos, além da avaliação dos sintomas pelo histórico do paciente. Não existe um exame laboratorial que confirme o transtorno.
O tratamento do TDAH é multidisciplinar e pode incluir medicação, principalmente com o uso de psicoestimulantes como metilfenidato e anfetaminas, além de intervenções psicoterapêuticas, como a terapia cognitivo-comportamental (TCC), que ajuda a gerenciar os sintomas, melhorar o foco, organizar atividades e controlar impulsos. Além disso, ajustes no estilo de vida, como estabelecer rotinas, praticar exercícios físicos e técnicas de gerenciamento do tempo, podem ser eficazes. Embora não tenha cura, o tratamento adequado melhora significativamente a qualidade de vida dos pacientes.
ANALYSIS OF OPEN REDUCTION AND INTERNAL FIXATION (ORIF) IN COLLES' FRACTURE
Authors: Pessoa Iasmim Camila Chaves , Paiva Sylvia Ferreira Grisi , Eduardo Eugênio Miranda Alencar  , João Vitor Cunha Lima Paranhos  , Maria Eduarda de Melo Silva Pessoa  , Bruno de Vasconcelos Braga  , Paulo André Jordão de Paiva Serpa  , Ariana Nicol Eugenio Vela  , Matheus Cortizo Carballal  , Karla Emanuelly Cassemiro da Silva  , Leonardo Barroso de Moraes Santos  , Márcio Moreira Saraiva Ribeiro  , Victória Rocha Pereira da Silva  , Fernando Antônio Ferreira de Andrade Júnior  , Mariana Moura de Luna Souza  , Maria Eduarda Pontes Beltrão  , Maria Fernanda Dias Correa de Araújo  , Amanda Diely Brito Bulhões da Silva
Published: October 2024

Colles fracture, first described in 1814, is characterized by the dorsal displacement of the distal radius fragment and is highly prevalent, particularly among elderly patients. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF) in treating Colles fractures, focusing on functional outcomes and postoperative quality of life. An integrative literature review and comparative analysis of studies on ORIF and other treatment methods were conducted using Google Scholar, Scopus, and Web of Science as indexing tools. Articles were selected using the keywords “Colles Fracture, Open Reduction and Internal Fixation, Functional Outcomes, Postoperative Complications.” The review highlights that ORIF generally provides superior functional outcomes and fewer complications in various fractures, such as those of the humerus, tibial pilon, calcaneus, and unstable distal radius fractures, compared to less invasive methods like external fixation (EF). However, EF shows advantages in specific cases, such as shorter surgical time and fewer perioperative complications. Moreover, the studies indicate that risk factors like diabetes, fracture severity, lack of drainage, and bone graft usage increase the risk of complications in ORIF. Additionally, minimally invasive techniques can reduce pain and enhance functional recovery in certain fractures, such as patellar fractures, when compared to ORIF.
A alteração medicamentosa, de Natalizumabe para Ocrelizumabe, em paciente com esclerose múltipla recorrente-remitente: um relato de caso
Authors: De Almeida Junior Joubert , Girelli Neto Saul , Daiane Nobre Sampaio Chagas Cris , Julia Oliveira Caldeira Horing Maria , Vieira Donzelli Renato , Alves Coelho Neto Murilo , Emanuelli Seganfredo Júlia , Aparecida Medeiros Manca Janaína , José Paludo Petek Dionísio , José Bordin da Silva Willian
Published: October 2024

RESUMO
 
Objetivo: Relatar o caso de um paciente portador de esclerose múltipla que realizou tratamento por dois anos com Natalizumabe, e em seguida substituiu para Ocrelizumab. Detalhamento do caso: Paciente, JFA, 29 anos, casado, apresentou-se ao Serviço Médico com a presença de alterações neurológicas súbitas, redução da acuidade visual unilateral e diplopia. Assim, realizou-se punção lombar e ressonância nuclear magnética de crânio, as quais demonstraram, respectivamente, bandas oligoclonais e lesões desmielinizantes, o que permitiu o diagnóstico de esclerose múltipla. Assim, iniciou-se a pulsoterapia, e após o controle do surto, o paciente passou a realizar tratamento mensal com o imunomodulador Natalizumabe. Entretanto, após dois anos de tratamento, efetuou-se a troca para outro imunomodulador, o Ocrelizumab, visto que o tratamento atingiu o tempo definido pela Agência Nacional de Saúde Suplementar, além do paciente ter positivado para o JC-vírus. Considerações finais: A esclerose múltipla é uma doença neurodegenerativa de difícil tratamento, pois inúmeros vieses são considerados para iniciar uma medicação, como a classificação da doença. Assim, na forma recorrente-remitente, a mudança de Natalizumabe para Ocrelizumab, em paciente impossibilitado de usar o Natalizumabe, demonstrou ser positiva, porque o mesmo não apresentou novos surtos após a troca de medicação.
PROCEDIMENTOS MINIMAMENTE INVASIVOS PARA GLAUCOMA: UMA REVISÃO
Authors: Aparecida Pereira Meazza Bruna , Dossena Carolina , Nantes Fontoura Teofilo Rhuan , Fortes Barbosa Ana Beatriz , Martins Bruna Eduarda , Guan Yinlan , Gomes Vanderlei , De Sousa Lopes Vidal Laura , Condé Fernandes Euller
Published: October 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: O glaucoma é uma condição ocular multifatorial, frequentemente ligada ao aumento da pressão intraocular (PIO), que pode causar perda progressiva da visão se não tratado. O manejo tradicional inclui intervenções farmacológicas e cirúrgicas, como a trabeculectomia. Recentemente, surgiram as cirurgias de glaucoma minimamente invasivas (MIGS), que visam reduzir a PIO com maior segurança e recuperação mais rápida. Essas técnicas são indicadas para pacientes com glaucoma leve a moderado e têm demonstrado eficácia com menos complicações. Dispositivos como o iStent e o Hydrus Microstent representam inovações que permitem intervenções menos traumáticas e podem ser combinados com a cirurgia de catarata. Apesar das vantagens, a aplicação das MIGS deve ser baseada na avaliação das necessidades individuais de cada paciente. OBJETIVO: O objetivo deste estudo é avaliar a eficácia e a segurança das cirurgias de glaucoma minimamente invasivas (MIGS) em comparação com as abordagens tradicionais de manejo do glaucoma, considerando a redução da pressão intraocular (PIO). Além disso, busca-se investigar a aplicabilidade dos dispositivos inovadores, como o iStent e o Hydrus Microstent. METODOLOGIA: Nesta revisão, foram consultadas as bases de dados PubMed e Scielo, com busca de 2010 a 2024, em português, inglês e espanhol, utilizando os termos: glaucoma, procedimentos minimamente invasivos, trabeculoplastia e implante de drenagem. RESULTADOS: Os resultados do estudo indicaram que ambos os grupos apresentaram reduções significativas na pressão intraocular (PIO), com o grupo de MIGS reduzindo a PIO de 24,5 mmHg para 16,2 mmHg e o grupo de trabeculectomia de 25,0 mmHg para 13,5 mmHg. Apesar da maior redução no grupo da trabeculectomia, as complicações foram significativamente menores no grupo de MIGS, que também teve maior satisfação dos pacientes e menor necessidade de medicações antiglaucomatosas. Assim, as MIGS mostraram-se uma alternativa eficaz e segura para o manejo do glaucoma. CONCLUSÃO: Os procedimentos minimamente invasivos para o glaucoma representam um avanço significativo no manejo dessa condição complexa. No entanto, cabe realizar uma contínua investigação sobre qualidade e segurança.
Analysis of the operation and reсovery capacity of a magnetic fluidless shock absorber
Authors:   Litvin R.A. Repin S.V. Agapov I.A. Muslivets M.A. SHepelev A.E.
Published: October 2024

This paper presents an analysis of the application of fluidless magnetic absorbers (FMA) in automotive suspensions and examines their performance. Various magnet arrangements and the influence of spacer thickness on energy recovery efficiency were studied. The results confirm the high efficiency and potential of using FMA in modern automotive suspensions. This article is published based on the results of scientific research conducted within the framework of the grant competition for scientific research conducted by scientific and pedagogical workers of SPbGASU (St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering) in 2024.

Keywords
magnetic absorber, fluidless magnetic absorber, electromagnetic absorber, suspension, damping, modeling, energy recovery
Realization of logical meaning in Christian and Moslem Debate on Soco Films
Authors: Silitonga Harpen H.P
Published: October 2024

This study is a critical discourse analysis study of metafunctions as part of the ideational function. And this research focus on the interpendency taxis system, namely parataxis and hypotaxis and  relationship from logical semantics to expansion and projection in the analysis of Christian and Moslem Debate on SOCO films. By looking at the main focus and the overall analysis of this research, then study answered the following questions; what types of taxis are used in Christian and Moslem Debate on SOCO films and how the type of taxis are used in Christian and Moslem Debate on SOCO films. The Data were analized by descriptive qualitative analysis. The hypotaxis construction is more frequently occured than parataxis construction. It appears 136 times or 63.55%, meanwhile parataxis construction only appears 78 times or 36.45%.
The Chaos: Improving the Pronunciation of Grade 9 Students
Authors: Pantano Christine Datuin , Ponce Princiss Mae Dela Cruz
Published: October 2024

Pronunciation is taught primarily at the elementary level. It is a skill that students should master throughout their studies so that they can express their opinions clearly. This study aimed to identify Grade 9 students’ mispronounced words and their causes, level of pronunciation, and the exposure of students in pronunciation using the poem titled The Chaos written by Gerard Nolst Trenité. The researchers used a purposive sampling technique by acceptable pronunciation standards to select the respondents who are in level 1 from Grade 9 students in a selected private school in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. This study utilized Patole’s English Pronunciation Problems to classify the mispronounced words followed by a focus group discussion. The results showed that irregular pronunciation was the most common pronunciation problem encountered by the students. Additionally, two respondents stepped on level 2 and one respondent stepped on level 3 wherein the respondents agreed that companions are a great help for them to pronounce the words because they can correct it right away.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE BY CHATBOT IN ENHANCING THE STUDENTS’ VOCABULARY
Authors: Hutauruk Bertaria Sohnata , Purba Rudiarman , Sihombing Santa , Nainggolan Maruli
Published: October 2024

This research aims to find out the effectiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) by chatbot in enhancing the vocabulary students at FKIP Universitas HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar. The focus of the research is on the vocabulary skill in teaching English. This research uses the qualitative research methods and used interview and documentation from the students. There are 30 students for the subject of the research out of 70 students in English Vocabulary class of the first semester in English department of Universitas HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar. The results of the research are the artificial intelligence application through chat bot enhance the students’ vocabulary in learning English. The students feel enjoy, fun, easy to learn the English words. It can be applied in writing notes diary, essay paragraph in English. The researcher suggests the user of English such as lectures, teachers to use AI chatbot in the classroom instruction because it can be more effective for the students to get the meaning of the words in English. Hopefully the next reseacher can develop the research for more varying language proficiency. The result is that the artificial intelligence affect to the effectiveness in enhancing English vocabulary of the university students. It shows that all participants are enthusiastic, happy, and motivated because this application is still unfamiliar to participants. Participants also know the use of this application, so they can indirectly learn independently whenever and wherever participants
Women’s Empowerment in Local and Global Fiction: From Toba Beyond
Authors: Tarigan Karisma Erikson , Simamora Rosa Maria
Published: October 2024

This study explores women's empowerment in literature, focusing on the interplay between tradition and modernity across different cultural contexts. Employing comparative literary analysis, this research examines Lucy by Jamaica Kincaid and Mangalua by Idris Pasaribu. The methodology involves thematic and narrative analysis, where thematic analysis identifies key motifs related to empowerment, resistance, and gender roles, while narrative analysis examines how each character's story arc reflects broader societal norms. Through these analyses, the study highlights how each protagonist navigates societal expectations and challenges gender norms within traditional and modern frameworks. Findings indicate that both novels use women’s empowerment as a lens to critique and reshape cultural expectations, offering insights into gender roles across varied societies. The study concludes with recommendations for further research on cross-cultural gender narratives, acknowledges the limitations of focusing on only two novels, and suggests broader literary comparisons for future studies.
THE EIGHTH GRADERS’ PERCEPTION ON SPEAKING ONLINE LEARNING DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN SMP IT MISYKAT AL-ANWAR
Authors: Hasanah Khofifah Indah
Published: October 2024

This research examines how students perceive online English learning as well as the advantages and disadvantages of online learning during the Covid 19 pandemic. Moreover, speaking skills require a lot of practice so that students are fluent in English. However, with the Covid-19 pandemic, all learning activities are carried out online. The problem of this research is how the students perceive online English learning and its advantages and disadvantages. The researchers used qualitative methods. Result of this research shows that learning to speak online through media such as Google Classroom, Google Meet, and Zoom makes students enjoy learning more because the material can be accessed from anywhere without having to come to school. The disadvantages are, that many students experienced material that was not conveyed, felt monotonous, and also that the network signal was inadequate for smooth learning.
HUMAN CAPITAL AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN FUJIAN PROVINCE-CHINA
Authors:   Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Huang Liu
Published: October 2024

Human capital is a key factor in driving economic growth at both the national and provincial levels. This study aimed to evaluate how human capital influences economic growth in Fujian by examining data from 2008 to 2020. Numerous theoretical and empirical studies have confirmed approaches to measuring human capital through formal education, cost-based approaches, and income-based approaches. Based on these approaches, the research objective, and data availability, two variables were selected: trained labor and state budget expenditure on education. To examine the impact of human capital on economic growth, the study employs a multivariate OLS regression method with the following tests: Normal Distribution of Residuals, Heteroscedasticity, Autocorrelation, Multicollinearity. The analysis used trained labor and educational budget expenditure as indicators of human capital. The findings indicated that both trained labor and educational spending had a significant positive impact on Fujian's GRDP. While trained workers contributed to increasing the province's economic output, the current level of spending on education and training was not substantial enough to generate a strong effect on the economy. Therefore, Fujian should focus on developing a strategy to cultivate high-quality human capital and enhance the effectiveness of its investment in education and training in the coming years. As the province continues to modernize and integrate into the global economy, its ability to develop and retain a skilled workforce will be a key determinant of its success. The province's policy makers must adopt solutions that encourage workers to invest in improving their skills and productivity, while also fostering a learning culture. In the context of climate change and limited local resources, Fujian’s reliance on human capital will be critical in achieving its goal of becoming a leading province in the China and, eventually, a highly developed region in China by 2030.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOGISTICS SECTOR AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN ASEAN COUNTRIES
Authors:   Ho Chi Minh City University of Transport, Thuy To Thi , Son Tran Anh ,   Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology
Published: October 2024

In the modern economics, any manufacturing companies have increasingly relied on professional logistics firms, leading to rapid growth in the logistics sector as a service industry and its significant contribution to economic development. With increasing globalization and competition, countries have focused on enhancing their logistics systems to ensure stable economic growth and strengthen global trade competitiveness. In the ASEAN region, logistics plays a critical role, facilitating cross-border trade and regional connectivity. This study aims to investigate the relationship between the logistics sector, specifically air freight transportation, and economic growth in ASEAN countries, given the sector's central role in supporting supply chain management and trade activities. The primary objective of this study is to determine whether there is a causal relationship between air freight transportation (AFT), a key logistics activity, and gross domestic product (GDP) growth in six ASEAN countries. The study seeks to provide insights into how investment in logistics infrastructure, particularly in air freight, may influence economic growth in the region. The study uses panel data for six ASEAN countries from 1996 to 2021. Data on GDP growth and air freight transportation were sourced from the World Bank’s World Development Indicators database. A series of statistical tests, including the Cross-Sectional Augmented Dickey Fuller (CADF) test, Pesaran’s slope homogeneity test, and the Bootstrap Granger causality test, were performed to examine cross-sectional dependence and the causal relationship between GDP growth and air freight transportation. Descriptive statistics revealed significant disparities in air freight transportation capacity among the countries studied, with Indonesia and Thailand showing substantial air freight volumes compared to the Philippines. However, the results of the panel causality tests, including the Dumitrescu and Hurlin panel causality test, indicate that no causal relationship exists between air freight transportation and GDP growth in the six ASEAN countries.