bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Mort in utero tardive : fréquence, facteurs associés et méthodes de déclenchement du travail à Kisangani, République Démocratique du Congo
Authors: Matega Teddy Habiragi , Labama Noel Otuli , Kanilame Frederic Yabila , Maindo Mike- Antoine Alongo , Juakali Jean-Jeannot Syhalikyolo , Katenga Gédéon Bosunga
Published: October 2023

Context and objective. Late fetal death (LFD) refers to spontaneous in utero death (IUD) at 28 weeks of age or more, but before the onset of labor, which is a tragedy for the mother, her family members and caring staff. This study seeks to determine its frequency, associated factors, and methods of labor induction in Kisangani. 

Methods. This was a cross-sectional, multicentric descriptive study conducted in 3 hospitals in Kisangani covering a 3-year period. Data collection of LFD cases from 28 weeks was retrospective. The collected data were encoded on an Excel 2013 sheet and analyzed using EPI-INFO 7.2.2.6 Software. 

Results. The frequency of LFD was 6.48%.  The main associated factors were upper urinary tract infection (35.4%), malaria (27.5%) and hypertension (27.5%). The rate of participation in prenatal consultations was only 63.5%. The methods of labor induction used were misoprostol (42.7 %), oxytocin solution (17.7 %) or both combined (25 %). Cesarean section was indicated at a rate of 26,4%.

Conclusion. The frequency of LFD in Kisangani is high. Pyelonephritis, malaria and hypertension are the main associated factors. Misoprostol and oxytocin are the most commonly used methods of labor induction. Regular follow-up of prenatal consultations would reduce the rate of LFD.

Contexte et objectif. La mort fœtale tardive fait référence à la mort in utéro (MIU) de survenue spontanée à partir de 22 semaines d’aménorrhée (SA), mais avant tout début du travail d’accouchement, ce qui constitue une tragédie pour la mère, les membres de la famille et du personnel soignant. La présente étude a déterminé l’ampleur, les facteurs associés et les méthodes de déclenchement artificiel du travail d’accouchement sur MIU. 

Méthodes : Il s’est agi d’une étude transversale descriptive, multicentrique menée dans 3 hôpitaux de Kisangani, pendant une période de 3 ans. La collecte des données était rétrospective, des cas de MIU à partir de 28 SA. 

Résultats : La fréquence de MIU tardive était de 6,48%.  Les principaux facteurs associés étaient l’infection urinaire (35,4%), le paludisme sur grossesse (27,5%) et l’hypertension artérielle gravidique (27,5%). Le taux de participation aux consultations prénatales (CPN) n’était que de 63,5 %. Les méthodes de déclenchement artificiel du travail d’accouchement utilisées étaient le Misoprostol (42,7%), l’ocytocine (17,7%) soit les deux combinées (25%). La césarienne était indiquée à un taux de 26,4%.

Conclusion : la fréquence de MIU tardive est élevée à Kisangani. L’infection urinaire, le paludisme et l’hypertension artérielle en constituaient les principaux facteurs associés. Le Misoprostol était la méthode de déclenchement du travail les plus utilisées. Un suivi régulier des CPN pourrait réduire le taux de MIU.
Assessment of the sustainability of agricultural livelihood activities among rural women in Kwara State, Nigeria
Authors: Aremu A. O. , Muhammad-Lawal A.A. , Omotesho O. A.
Published: October 2023

Women play important role in the agricultural sector of the economy. They engage in different agricultural livelihood activities so as to sustain the economic life and wellbeing of their households. Issues affecting the sustainability of their livelihood activities should therefore be given the necessary concern. The study assessed sustainability of agricultural livelihood activities among rural women in Kwara State. The data for this study were collected through a two-stage sampling technique from 369 rural women using structured questionnaire. The analytical tools used were descriptive statistics, 5- point Likert - type scale and sustainability index. The study reveals that the agricultural livelihood activities of the majority (75%) of the rural women were economically unsustainable. The perceived constraints to economic sustainability of agricultural activities identified were cattle invasion, unavailability of credit facilities, inadequate input, inadequate transportation facilities and high cost of labour. The study concluded that agricultural livelihood activities among rural women are not economically sustainable. It is therefore recommended that measures including improved technology and provision of credit facilities are required to ensure economic sustainability of agricultural livelihood activities.
Entry and School-based Assessment Grades as Predictors of Senior School Certificate Examination Grades in Mathematics
Authors: Ntow Godfried , Butakor Paul Kwame , Ahenkora Samuel , Wartemberg Anna
Published: October 2023

The study investigated the extent to which students’ entry grades and scores from their school-based assessment grades (i.e., end of term and mock examination grades) can predict their senior school leaving certificate examination grades in core mathematics. The study employed the exploratory research design to investigate the predictive validity of students’ high school entry grades and their school-based assessment grades in determining their West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) grades. The study involved 989 students in a high school in the Eastern Region of Ghana who took the WASSCE in 2017, 2018 and 2019. A correlation analysis of the data revealed a significant positive and moderate relationship between the core mathematics school-based assessment grades of the students and their senior school leaving certificate examination grades. Also, a multiple regression analysis of the validity of the school-based assessment scores in predicting the students’ senior school certificate examination (SSCE) grades revealed that 44.1% of the total variance in students’ performance in the SSCE are accounted for by three school-based assessment variables (entry grade, end of term scores and mock examination scores) when combined.
Pre-primary Teachers’ Pedagogical Content Knowledge for Teaching Patterns and Measurement: A Review of literature
Authors: Hakizumuremyi Venuste , Maniraho Jean Francois
Published: October 2023

Teachers’ pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) increases their capability to select and teach effectively appropriate content that fit the needs of learners while they are learning. This paper presents an exploration of teachers PCK for teaching patterns and measurement in the pre-primary years of schooling – (i.e., nursery through kindergarten). Shulman has demonstrated that use of PCK in teaching leads to increases in learning outcomes of learners. The aim of this study is to explore the PCK required of mathematics teachers in teaching patterns and measurement. Learners are facing difficulties in their conceptual understanding of patterns and measurement due to teacher ignorance and lack of PCK in teaching in these areas. Evidence provided in this paper is basically based on the past literature on integration of PCK in teaching. Without PCK, teachers may face difficulties in teaching of patterns and measurement effectively. Some recommendations that can be used for effective implementation of PCK in teaching and learning science especially for Mathematics are also outlined.
Physics Teachers' Implementation of Competence-Based Curriculum through the use of Inquiry-Based Teaching and Learning: A Case of Lower Secondary Schools in Gakenke District
Authors: Dusabimana Joseph , Mugabo Leon Rugema
Published: October 2023

This study investigates how physics teachers of lower secondary schools practice inquiry-based teaching and learning (IBTL) in their physics teaching. The study used qualitative techniques such as open-ended questionnaires, interviews, and observation to collect data. The study participants were three senior-one physics teachers purposefully selected from three lower secondary schools of Gakenke District located in the Northern Province of Rwanda. Collected data were analyzed using content analysis. The study's findings revealed that study participants know about and how IBTL should be implemented. However, they were limited only on traditional methods of teaching and did not tackle five practices of inquiry-based teaching and learning in their physics teaching, which include engaging students in scientifically oriented questions, allowing students to give priority to evidence, allowing students to give explanations from evidence, and to communicate and justify their explanations and evaluating explanations from evidence. Therefore, teachers were found not effectively implementing the current competence-based curriculum (CBC) in Rwanda. Teachers are recommended to ask questions that require students to compare and contrast for practicing inquiry practice of evaluating explanations from evidence and to allow students to use different sources of information rather than using physics books only.
Impacts of Collaborative Learning on Learners’ Academic Performance in Chemistry in Three Selected Secondary Schools of Nyamasheke District
Authors: Niyonsaba Aline , Nkurunziza Jean Baptiste , Hakizimana Evariste
Published: October 2023

Collaborative learning helps students to have active control over their own learning and create both academic and social relationships to accomplish common goals. This paper reports a quasi-experimental research that employed a pre-test and a post-test approach to investigate the impacts of a collaborative learning teaching approach on learners’ academic performance in chemistry in three secondary schools purposively selected within the Nyamasheke district in Rwanda. At each school, two classes of senior two (S2) were purposively selected whereby one class was taken as a control group, while the second parallel class formed an experimental group. Thus, all the control groups comprised 128 students, while the experimental groups comprised 133 senior two students. To collect data, a pre-test and post-test were given to the students. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics (i.e., t-test generated by Microsoft Excel 13). The results from the t-test showed [t (257) = -8.05, p = .000; p<.001] which indicates that there is a statistically significant difference in mean scores between the two groups. The null hypothesis, therefore, is rejected in favor of the alternative hypothesis to confirm that students taught using a collaborative learning teaching approach performed better in preparation and classification of oxides than those taught using traditional lecture teaching methods.
Students' alternative conceptions in quantum mechanics: The case of one-dimensional potential quantum tunneling
Authors: Muhakeya Andrew , Maseko Bob
Published: October 2023

Quantum mechanics is generally an abstract theory that challenges intuition since it cannot be understood using ordinary experiences. Quantum tunneling is one of the topics which is more counterintuitive and challenges students' conceptual understanding. The study was aimed at investigating if final year undergraduate quantum mechanics students have alternative conceptions regarding quantum tunneling phenomena after a full course of instruction. In this study, students’ alternative conceptions are referred to as any student ideas related to the incorrect belief of scientific principles. Using the deep structured interviews involving 36 students who were registered in a quantum physics course from the University of Malawi, we found that some students hold on to the idea that the energy of a quantum tunneling electron is lost, the wave function graph depicts the physical wave, and the “potential step,” and “barrier” means a physical object/barrier. The study further established that the possible sources of these alternative conceptions emanated from students’ experience with classical tunneling / classical mechanics, quantum mechanics lecturer notes, and previous quantum mechanics lessons. The findings of this study further portray that traditional pedagogy has its limitation in facilitating students' comprehension of quantum tunneling. We recommend that further research into the design of instructional technology for quantum physics should consider these students' alternative conceptions when designing visual, interactive, and mental models, which may help establish students' conceptual understanding of quantum mechanics.
Risks assessment, production and trade of processed wooden mortal from hardy plant species in Nigeria's vulnerable semi-arid zone
Authors: Abdullahi I. L
Published: October 2023

Most of the farming tools used by farmers in the semi-arid zones of Northern Nigeria including hoes, axes, and diggers with wooden handle are complimented by woods. The reliance on these basic tools by farmers has further accelerated the destruction of valuable tree species for the production of these tools/items. This study therefore, examined the production and trading of wooden mortal and pistil in a fragile ecological zone of Nigeria. Results indicated that the ravage production and trading of these tools is engaged exclusively by men aged 20 to 70, with most between 30 and 50, who have not attended formal school and have been in the business for over twenty years. The most preferred species used in the production were <Ficus platyphylla, Faidherbia albida, Vitellaria paradoxa, Prosopis Africana, Balanites aegyptica, Lannea microcarpa, Daniellia oliveri, Vitex doniana, Diospyros mesfilipromis, Afzelia Africana, Isoberlina doka, Parkia biglobosa, and Ceiba pentandra. It was found that from the highly matured tree, only 10 to 20 units are produced and each unit is traded at ₦5000 to ₦10000 Nigerian Naira at 10 to 30 units per month, with 30 to 50% of the plant biomass wasted and used as fuel wood.
Clinical observation of patients with fractures of the proximal humerus bone in Kazakhstan
Authors: Yergali Nabiyev , Kanat Tezekbaev , Birzhan Dosmailov , Saruarbek Alhodzhaev , Kymbat Kazantayev , Dastan Nabiyev , Baubekov Zhenisbek , Manarbek Aubakirov , Saule Aubakirovа , Ussama AbuJazar , Mismil Muradov , Meherremov Dilqem , Kanat Мukhamedkerim
Published: October 2023

Background: Treatment of patients with fractures of the proximal humerus remains an urgent problem of modern traumatology and orthopedics. The aim of this work was to study the results of surgical treatment of patients with proximal humerus fractures in which plates with angular stability of screws were used for osteosynthesis.Materials and methods: Thirty six patients aged 18 to 75 years with fractures of the proximal humerus, ,were observed after treated in the polytrauma department of the City Clinical Hospital No. 4 in Almaty, Kazakhstan during the period from August 2019 to December 2021. There were12 men (33.4%) and 24 women (66.6%). According to the C.S., Neer patients were distributed as follows: two-part patients - 17 (47.2%), three-part patients - 11 (30.6%), four-partpatients-5(13.9%), fracture-dislocations of the humerus head-3 (8.3% ). Most of the patients applied before 3 days after injury (53.0%).Results: Positive treatment results were achieved in most cases with two and three fragmentary fractures and in those operated early (from 3 to 7 days) after injury. Plates with angular stability of the screws provided excellent and good treatment results in 69.5%, and a satisfactory result in 16.7%. The unsatisfactory results of treatment were 13.8%, and the incidence of postoperative complications was 19.4%.Conclusions: Performing stable osteosynthesis in three- to four-fragment fractures and fracture-dislocations of the humerus head is technically a difficult operation. A study of our material and literature has shown that the incidence of complications after extra-cortical osteosynthesis of the humerus is associated not only with the surgical technique of implant placement, but also with the nature of the damage, including osteoporosis, osteonecrosis, and pathology of bone tissue regeneration.
Points Of Emphasis In Nigerian Geology And The Outstanding Contributions By Professor Anthony Chukwuma Onyeagocha (1942-1987)
Authors: N Ekwueme Barth
Published: October 2023

A TRIBUTE TO PROF. ANTHONY C. ONYEAGOCHA
Influence Of Gender On Land Tenure Rights And Participation Among Rice Farmers In Cross River State, Nigeria
Authors: Ginini F Elemi , Hilda C Eta , Emmanuel O Eremi , Dorathy A Iyamah
Published: October 2023

This study was carried out to analyse influence of gender on land tenure rights and participation among rice farmers in Cross River State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to identify various forms of land tenure rights existing among respondents, ascertain gender participation in rice production decision making process, determine influence of land tenure rights on level of participation, and assess strategies for enhancing access to and control over land tenure rights. Data for the study were collected through structured questionnaire from the three agricultural zones in the state using a multi-stage sampling procedure. A total of 383 respondents were selected for the study. Frequencies, percentages and regression analysis were used to analyse the data. The results indicated that most (60.6%) of the males had land through inheritance while majority (77.1%) of the females acquired through renting. The results also revealed that a sizeable proportion of the males (62%, 47.7% and 39%) were involved in decisions regarding: where to grow the crop, techniques to adopt and quantity to consume and sell respectively, while a smaller proportion of the females (38.4%, 30.2% and 15.6 %) were involved in decisions concerning: where to grow the crop, techniques to adopt and quantity of rice to consume and sell respectively. The results also showed that land tenure rights through inheritance and communal ownership had positive inﬂuence on the level of participation among rice farmers at 1% level of significance. The results also revealed that major strategies for enhancing land tenure rights were: abolition of certain cultures, equal participation, and promotion of adult education with percentage representation of 94.4%, 63.2% and 51.7% respectively. The study therefore recommended that women should be given equal opportunity as men to acquire land through inheritance so as to enhance their participation in rice production.
Tidal Dynamics And Physicochemical Parameters In A Tropical Estuary: Qua-Iboe River Estuary, Southeast Coast Of Nigeria
Authors: V I Emeka , C N Emeka , E D Ebong , R A Ojong , P C Chikezie
Published: October 2023

Estuaries are important ecosystems that support biodiversity and influence the economy of the regions they occupy. Major physicochemical variables of Qua-Iboe River estuary in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria were assessed for ecosystem quality. The influence of tidal current on the spatial distribution of physicochemical parameters in the estuary was examined. Physicochemical parameters, including transparency, temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen, density and pH were measured in-situ during the dry season. Tidal current velocities were monitored over spring and neap tidal cycles using the Langragian method and results indicated ebb dominance. The relationships between physicochemical parameters were statistically analyzed using Pearson’s correlation matrix. Based on Pearson’s correlation, density showed significant correlations (p < 0.05) with temperature, pH and salinity. Surface and bottom water temperatures significantly correlated (p < 0.05) with density, salinity, dissolved oxygen and pH. Spatial distribution maps of physicochemical parameters were plotted using ArcGIS Pro. Similarities and dissimilarities of surface and bottom water parameters were interpreted using cluster analysis. Results revealed two groups reflecting distinct physicochemical characteristics in the study area. Group one, representing upper and central portions of the estuary is defined by waters which are limnetic to oligohaline, slightly acidic to neutral with low dissolved oxygen (<4mg/l) conditions. The estuary showed limnetic conditions at the upper reaches due to the strong fluvial input by the Qua-Iboe River. Group two, representing the lower estuary, is characterized by mesohaline to normal marine waters; neutral to slightly alkaline pH, and low dissolved oxygen (< 4mg/l) conditions. This study is relevant for future monitoring and assessment of the estuary and similar tidal ecosystems.
Effect of SMEs (Cotton Ginnery Industry) on Social Living in Zamfara State, Nigeria
Authors: Abdullahi Mansur , Haruna Abdullahi Ibrahim
Published: October 2023

This study examined the effect of one of the SMEs; cotton ginnery industry on social living in Zamfara State. The study used primary data,  obtained from 272 respondents, who were randomly selected. Consequently, descriptive statistics and multiple regressions were  employed. The results revealed that, cotton ginnery industry has positive effect on social living. Finally, the study recommended among others that, government should improve its financial and policy support to ginnery industry, so that they could create more income and  employment opportunities both directly and indirectly to the citizenry in the state, hence enhance social living of millions of people in  Zamfara State in particular, and Nigeria in general.
Foreign Debt, Institutional Quality and Economic Performance in Nigeria: An Experimental Evaluation
Authors: Ekpe John Polycarp , Ogbuabor Jonathan E.
Published: October 2023

Nigeria is the largest economy in Africa and the largest exporter of crude oil in Africa, yet Nigeria has a huge foreign debt portfolio and  weak institutions. It is against this backdrop that this study examines the impact of foreign debt and institutional quality on economic  performance in Nigeria. Data used for the analysis were quarterly data that ranges from 1996Q1 to 2019Q1. Foreign debt service was  used as a measure of foreign debt while corruption control and government effectiveness were used as measures of institutional quality.  Economic performance which is the dependent variable was measured using Gross Domestic Product. The study also examines how  institutional quality influences the relationship between foreign debt and economic performance in Nigeria. Autoregressive Distributed  Lag Model was used to specify and estimate the relationship between the variables. The result of the analysis indicates that foreign debt  has an insignificant negative effect on economic performance in the short run and also negative insignificant effect in the long run too,  corruption control has a significant positive effect on economic performance only in the short run, Government effectiveness does not  have a significant effect in the economy, being the two; the short run and the long run, on that account corruption control influences the  relationship between foreign debt and economic performance significantly and negatively only in the short run but also positively and  insignificantly in long run. Mechanism should be put in place to ensure that foreign debts are properly utilized on the projects they were  meant for.
Work Engagement as the Mediator of the Relationship between Workplace Civility and Workplace Deviant Behaviour among Employees of Tertiary Institutions in Zamfara State
Authors: Kareem Rafiu Falola , Ojeleye Chioma Ifeoma , Sodamade Issa Olaniyi
Published: October 2023

This study explores the relationship between workplace civility, work engagement and workplace deviant behaviour, as well as the  mediating role of work engagement in the relationship between workplace civility and workplace deviant behaviour. To this end, a survey  was developed and administered to 424 employees across the selected tertiary institutions in Zamfara State, Nigeria. Structural equation  modeling (SEM) was used to analyse the data collected. Results show that workplace civility has negative and significant effect on  workplace deviant behaviour. Additionally, work engagement is also found to significantly mediate the relationship between workplace  civility and workplace deviant behaviour. The study concluded that employers should promote a culture of workplace civility in order to  maintain employee engagement and reduce workplace deviance. Furthermore, employers should also strive to foster an atmosphere of  respect and appreciation among employees. The implications for further research on the topic are discussed.
An Evaluation of Happiness Status of Academic personnel in Nigerian University Community: Work Environ Perspective
Authors: Agboluaje Ayodele Abraham , Ewugi Musa Salihu , Mohammed Aliyu Bello
Published: October 2023

Educationists, in recent times have accepted the importance of happiness in human life. They have acknowledged that teaching and  learning goals and objectives are consistent with happiness. Quality and equity education lead to the enhancement of capabilities and  functioning, which facilitates positive life that brings about happiness and development. The ideal university system generally enhances happiness of the university community which overflows in the society. It is in line with these assertions that this work aimed to ascertain  the happiness status of academic personnel in Nigerian University community with emphasis on their working environment. Linear  Regression Model method was employed and the work discovered that the academic personals of the Nigerian university community are  not happy. The work therefore, concludes that university teachers/lecturers are key when it comes to building society’s happiness and  recommends that university academic community be taken more seriously in terms of provisions that will enhance their happiness.
Determination of Optimum Ratio of Selected Carbonaceous Materials on Mechanical and Corrosion Behavior of Carburized Mild Steel
Authors: Audu Yemi , Akoono Shaibu A. , Barnabas Abel A. , Shaibu Nafiu
Published: October 2023

This work is centred on the determination of optimum ratio of selected carbonaceous materials of A(40% Snail shell + 40% Animal bone), B(60% Snail shell + 20% Animal Bone), C(20% Snail shell + 60% Animal bone), D(50 Snail shell + 30 Animal bone) and E(30 Snail shell + 50% Animal bone), the mechanical properties and corrosion behaviour of carburized mild steel. Which were carburized at single austenitic temperatures of 1000°C, soaked at single carburizing time of 5hr, at the treatment temperature and samples were then quenched in water. Before the carburization process, standard test specimens were prepared from the received sample for testing hardness, tensile strength, wear, and microstructure analysis. After the carburization process, the test samples are subjected to standard testing to generate data on the ultimate tensile strength and wear rate of the carburized samples. Research shows that the mechanical properties of mild steel are strongly influenced by each of the mixed ratios of the carbonaceous material (Such as Snail shell and Animal Bone). An improved hardness values in all the samples were observed, with sample A having the highest hardness value of 59.05 RHC while sample B and sample C have the highest wear resistance value of 0.090. The samples were immersed in 0.3M H2SO4 solution for potentiodynamic studies. There results show that sample E had the least corrosion rate of 8.1809 mpy hence is less prone to corrosion attack in acidic environment than others. These samples are found to be useful in automobile industry.
Development of a Mobile-Based Convolution Neural Network Framework for Rapid Malaria Detection from Blood Smears
Authors: Oladele Matthias O. , Adepoju Temilola M. , Badrudeen Abdulahi A.
Published: October 2023

Malaria, a vector-borne parasitic disease caused by Plasmodium parasites, continues to pose a substantial threat to global public health. Despite considerable progress in its control and treatment, malaria remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly in resource-limited regions. The ability to diagnose malaria infections accurately and swiftly is paramount for effective disease management. Traditional methods of malaria diagnosis, relying on microscopic examination of blood smears, have proven to be accurate but are often hindered by limitations in infrastructure and expertise, particularly in remote and underserved areas. This research focuses on the development of a mobile-based Convolution Neural Network (CNN) framework for rapid malaria parasite detection from blood smear images using Android mobile phones.  Blood smear images provide a reasonable and clinically relevant representation of malaria disease which makes it a preferred choice for malaria detection from mobile phones. By leveraging smartphone technology and state-of-the-art deep learning algorithms, this pioneering endeavour aims to normalize malaria diagnostics, providing healthcare workers with a powerful tool for early detection and treatment, irrespective of their location or access to advanced laboratory facilities. The dataset for infected and non-infected parasites was acquired online from Kaggle. The dataset was preprocessed and partitioned into training, testing, and validation sets. The developed model was converted to tflite and was used for the mobile application. A validation accuracy of 94.88% was obtained from the validation set while an accuracy of 95.81% was obtained from the testing set.
ANALYSIS OF HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (SIMRS) AND ITS RELATION TO THE READINESS OF ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RECORD (RME) IMPLEMENTATION IN RSUP. SANGLAH DENPASAR
Authors: PERMANA I PUTU AGUS YOGA , Sutrisnawati Gusti Ayu Eka , Juniati Ni  Ketut
Published: October 2023

A hospital is a health service institution that provides plenary individual health services that provide inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services. This study focuses on the implementation of SIMRS using PIECES analysis where researchers assess SIMRS using six aspects, namely performance, information, economy, control, efficiency and service. Where the results of this system analysis aim to ascertain whether the system created has no error functions or the system is running properly. The method used in this analysis is the PIECES framework which includes 6 aspects of reference, namely: Performance, Information and data, Economics, Control and Security, Efficiency, and Service. This method is applied to calculate the level of user satisfaction with the system which later the results are used for evaluation of the system related to the development of system quality. Performance according to performance calculations in the PIECES analysis obtained a value of 3.96 with the predicate Satisfied, but there are several things that must be improved.
THE ROLE OF SELF-EFFICACY MEDIATION IN INCREASING ORGANIZATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOR OF CLASS C PRIVATE HOSPITAL AT BEKASI
Authors: Kwannandar Gracesia , Kusumapradja Rokiah , Nofierni Nofierni
Published: October 2023

Organizational citizenship behavior is an important thing that must be considered by hospitals because it can affect overall organizational performance. The low voluntary behavior of helping each other among colleagues and the lack of teamwork and support among others can affect all processes in the workplace, both in terms of work productivity and organizational profitability. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of diversity in the workplace and organizational culture on organizational citizenship behavior with self-efficacy as a mediator. The role of self-efficacy can help overcome the obstacles associated with low organizational citizenship behavior, including low organizational culture and differences arising from diversity. This research is explanatory with a quantitative approach in the form of using causal hypotheses with a sample of 90 health workers. This study uses the SEM-PLS (Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares) method to examine the model and the relationship between variables. In this study, self-efficacy was found to mediate the relationship between organizational culture and diversity in the workplace and organizational citizenship behavior. Organizational culture has a positive and significant effect on organizational citizenship behavior, but diversity in the workplace does not have a significant effect on organizational citizenship behavior. Diversity in the workplace and organizational culture have a positive and significant influence on self-efficacy. The implications of this research theoretically prove the effect of research variables, and managerially, it can be used as an effective strategy to improve organizational citizenship behavior and create a good and productive work environment for health workers.
Beauty Body (Body Composition) among Fat Loss Program Participants A Case Study Longitudinal Primary Study
Authors: Putri Dewi Atika , Handayani Dwi Ratna Sari , Rosyita Hafna , Waluyo Imam , Subu Muhamad Arsyad , Koniasari Koniasari
Published: October 2023

Overweight and obesity can be risk factors for various diseases. The increasing prevalence of overweight and obesity is a public health problem and a challenge that needs to be addressed urgently. The purpose of this study is to periodically monitor body beauty (body composition) in clients running a fat loss program package. This type of research is a case study with a longitudinal design. The subjects in this study were clients who followed the fat loss program of 4 people who followed the program in June 2023 as determined by all subjects who followed the program in June 2023. Test instruments using meters and a Bioelectrical Impedance Analyzer (BIA-Omron) Data analysis using descriptive analysis of changes in body beauty indicators ( body composition ) The results show that: the fat loss program gives a decreased change in fat percentage before and after the program also reduces weight as well as increases muscle percentage thus giving a more proportional beautiful body appearance  Based on the results, it can be concluded that the fat loss program descriptively gives good results for the improvement of body composition and fat percentage and weight loss.
ANALYSIS OF HR TURNOVER AT RSIA RESTU BUNDA, BANDAR LAMPUNG
Authors: Siregar Syahadah , Astuti Susana Dwi
Published: October 2023

The importance of HR in an organization because it has an important role in helping the organization in achieving its goals. RSIA Restu Bunda, Bandar Lampung which aims to accelerate the achievement of saving the death of pregnant women and their babies to the delivery process requires human resources in it. However, the problem that often occurs is the change of human resources, including in this hospital. This study aims to analyze the turnover of human resources at RSIA Restu Bunda in Bandar Lampung. This research uses a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. Collection techniques with documentation and interview techniques, while data analysis is inductive / qualitative and qualitative research results emphasize meaning rather than generalization by triangulation (combined). The results showed that there are five factors driving HR turnover are dissatisfaction with public facilities, social institutions and welfare in terms of income and ease of access to obtain basic daily needs and relationships with superiors. Thus, the importance of HR management strategies so that there is no change in invention. Some of the roles of HR management in managing HR turnover are the role of the recruitment system, training, compensation and benefits, career development and promotion, rewards and performance appraisals.
The Effect Of Leptospirosis Health Intervention Module On Knowledge And Attitudes In Informal Sector Workers In Semarang City (Intervention Study In The Working Area Of Kedungmundu Health Center Semarang)
Authors: Tiaraningtias Apriani , Sutiningsih Dwi , Setiani Onny
Published: October 2023

Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease caused by the bacterial genus Leptospira, and a worldwide public health problem caused by climatic and environmental conditions. The incidence of lepotopsirosis in Central Java has always increased in the last two years, namely in 2021 there were 285 cases with a death rate of 44 people (CFR: 16.60%) cases, in 2022 there were 503 cases with a death rate of 70 cases (CFR: 13.32 %). The aim of this research is to analyze the differences before and after administering the leptospirosis health intervention module on knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and practices among informal sector workers in Semarang City (intervention study in the Kedungmundu Semarang health center working area). The research design used a control intervention study with a sample of 45 interventions and 45 controls. The intervention and control groups were determined based on the results of leptospirosis cases found in the working area of the Kedungmundu Community Health Center, Semarang City in 2020 - 2023. Data analysis was carried out univariately, bivariately using the Wilcoxon test and the Mann-Withney test. The results showed that knowledge (p<0.001), attitude (p=0.001). The mean differences between the intervention and control groups were 62.11 and 28.89 for knowledge, 63.86 and 27.14 for attitudes. The Leptospirosis Health Intervention Program is an effective health program, an educational tool to increase awareness and preventive behavior among at-risk groups such as informal sector workers, farmers and livestock breeders
Influencia de la extracción de manteca cacao por lixiviación y prensado hidráulico sobre el perfil lipídico caracterizado por cromatografía y espectroscopía vibracional
Authors: Palacios Hilario Antony Yourgen , Aguirre Vargas Elza Berta , Hurtado-Soria Beetthssy Zzussy , Prieto Rosales Gino , Ore Quiroz Harold Pawel Johao , Pantoja Tirado Lucia Ruth , Piscoche Chinchay Richerson Harold , Villanueva López Eudes
Published: October 2023

La manteca de cacao es ampliamente utilizada en el campo alimentario, especialmente en la producción de chocolates, por lo que su obtención se da principalmente por métodos de prensado y solventes. El presente trabajo de investigación tuvo como objetivo comparar ambos métodos de extracción con la finalidad de determinar el efecto cualitativo y cuantitativo sobre el perfil de ácidos grasos. Los resultados cualitativos obtenidos por espectroscopía infrarroja media (MIR) indicaron similar presencia de vibraciones de grupos funcionales a lo largo del rango de longitud de onda estudiado. A nivel cuantitativo la cromatografía gaseosa indicó que los ácidos grasos mayoritarios (palmítico, esteárico y oleico) no presentaron diferencia significativa (p<0,05). El uso del prensado hidráulico es un método mucho más amigable con el cuidado del ambiente, aunque su gran desventaja se encontró en el rendimiento de extracción.
Efektifitas Penambahan Ekstrak Daun Kelor (Moringa Oleiferai) Terhadap Uji Organoleptik Pada Telur Itik Asin dengan Level yang Berbeda
Authors: Daud Abu , Novieta Intan Dwi , Basit Fitriani Sahidin , Mirnawati Mirnawati , Ramadani Dewi , Kasim Ja’far
Published: October 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui level penambahan ektrak daun kelor (Moringa oleifera) berbeda yang mampu mempengaruhi karakteristik organoleptic meliputi warna yolk, aroma, rasa dan kemasiran telur asin. Metode penelitian dilakukan secara eksperimen menggunakan rancangan acak lengkap (RAL) dengan 4 taraf perlakuan yaitu K0 : Tanpa perlakuan / kontrol, K1 : Ekstrak daun kelor 10 %, K2 : Ekstrak daun kelor 20 %, dan K3 : Ekstrak daun kelor 30 % dan setiap perlakuan dilakukan pengulangan sebanyak 3 kali. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penambahan ekstrak daun kelor pada telur itik asin berpengaruh sangat nyata (P<0,01) terhadap penilaian warna yolk, aroma, rasa dan kemasiran. Hasil analisis ragam menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan sangat nyata (P<0,01) pada penilaian warna yolk, rasa, aroma dan kemasiran. Semakin tinggi level penambahan ektrak daun kelor maka warna yolk semakin gelap, aroma amis semakin hilang, rasa kurang asin, dan kemasiran semakin berkurang. Level penambahan ektrak daun kelor 10% memberi karakteristik yang disukai panelis terhadap telur itik asin.
Analisis Kelayakan Finansial Usaha Peternak Kambing di Kecamatan Kabawo Kabupaten Muna Sulawesi Tenggara
Authors: Abadi Musram , Hadini Hairil A , Sani La Ode Arsad , Nafiu La Ode , Rizal Abdul , Ginting Nina Maksimiliana
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengganalisis kelayakan finansial Revenue Cost Ratio dan Benefit Cost Ratio pada usaha peternak kambing di Kecamatan Kabawo Kabupaten Muna Sulawesi Tenggara.Penelitian dilakukan melalui observasi lapangan, wawancara peternak dan dokumentasi. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini secara Revenu Cost Ratio dan Benefit Cost Ratio di lanjutkan dengan analisis deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menujukkan bahwa selama satu periode pemeliharaan, biaya tetap terbesar adalah biaya yang dikeluarkan untuk pembelian bibit pada awal pemeliharaan yaitu sebesar Rp. 2.799.633/periode dan biaya variabel tertinggi yaitu pada biaya tenaga kerja sebesar Rp. 3.885.592/periode. Total penerimaan pada penelitian ini sebesar Rp.9.899.000/periode. Pendapatan sebesar Rp.3.212.775/periode. Hasil perhitungan R/C ratio dan B/C ratio masing-masing sebesar 1,48 dan 0,48 yang menunjukkan bahwa usaha ternak kambing di Kecamatan Kabawo Kabupaten Muna Sulawesi Tenggara layak untuk dijalankan dan dikembangkan lagi karena hasil R/C >1 rasio dan B/C ratio >0. Nilai tersebut memberi gambaran bahwa setiap pengeluaran Rp. 1000 akan menghasilkan manfaat atau keuntungan sebesar Rp. 1.480. dan pendapatan B/C ratio sebesar Rp. 1000 yang dikeluarkan akan menerima manfaat sebesar Rp. 480 yang berarti bahwa secara finansial usaha ternak kambing di Kecamatan Kabawo Kabupaten Muna Sulawesi Tenggara menguntungkan dan layak untuk dikembangkan lebih lanjut.
ANALYSIS OF SEXUAL CRIMES COMMITTED IN THE STATE OF CEARÁ BETWEEN JANUARY 2020 AND JULY 2022
Authors: Farias Carolina , Teixeira Ana , Linheiro Cristina , Mourão Rebeca , Benevides Silvia , Alencar Victor
Published: October 2023

In Ceará, children and adolescents represent the main victims of sexual crimes. Analysis of crimes of sexual violence in Ceará, during the period from January 2020 to July 2022.
Improving Staff Communication through Foreign Language Training on the Kanto Lampo Waterfall Tourist Attraction
Authors:   Politeknik Negeri Bali, Indonesia, Winia I Nyoman , Triyuni Ni Nyoman ,   Politeknik Negeri Bali, Indonesia, Nadra Nyoman Mastiani ,   Politeknik Negeri Bali, Indonesia, Puspita Ni Putu Lianda Ayu ,   Politeknik Negeri Bali, Indonesia, Dewi Luh Putu Candra Aprilia ,   Politeknik Negeri Bali, Indonesia
Published: October 2023

In 2 years (covid outbreak) the Kanto Lampo Waterfall tourist attraction has not been operational resulting in many things changing and not being maintained. The results of discussions with management can be seen that there are 3 problems, namely: (1) Tourism human resources are very important to understand and have expertise, health and work safety (K3), (2) Human resources need to also master several foreign languages besides English considering that tourists come from various countries; Thus, the solution that can be offered is K3 training to increase skills in handling tourists and foreign languages. Training is provided by lecturers who are competent in their fields. Training runs according to a predetermined schedule. The results of the activity showed that K3 training had increased understanding to 100%. The results of foreign language training also increased to 87% and grammar use by 90%. From the interview results, the training was said to be satisfactory. This can be indicated by the request of participants and management to carry out further activities with the addition of excellent service and management training so that management can be carried out more professionally.
Gorlin-Goltz Syndrome: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Clinical, Genetic and Therapeutic Manifestations of a Rare and Complex Disease
Authors:   Hospital General de Zona #2 Dr. Efrén Correa Magallanes. Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social. Fresnillo, Zacatecas, Mexico., Hernández Nancy Marysol Guevara , Rios López Giovanna Aldonza ,   Universidad de Guadalajara. Guadalajara, Jalisco, México., Torreros Lara Daniela Denisse ,   Hospital General Regional #1, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social Tijuana, Baja California, México., Zepeda Torres Cesar Alfredo ,   Universidad Lamar de Guadalajara. Guadalajara, Jalisco, México., Rodríguez Marisol Deleón ,   Hospital Chiapas Nos Une Dr. Jesús Gilberto Gómez Maza, Tuxtla Gútierrez, Chiapas, México., Gutierrez Flores Hector ,   Universidad Autónoma de Baja California. Baja California, México.
Published: October 2023

Gorlin-Goltz syndrome, also known as basal cell nevus syndrome or nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrome, is a rare and heterogeneous genetic disease with a varied clinical presentation involving multiple systems and organs. This comprehensive review aims to provide an in-depth understanding of this syndrome from a medical and scientific perspective. Gorlin-Goltz syndrome is characterized by an inherited predisposition to the formation of skin and skeletal tumors, as well as the development of jaw cysts, cleft palates, facial deformities, ocular malformations and other anomalies. At the genetic level, this syndrome is linked to mutations in the PTCH1 gene, which regulates the hedgehog signaling pathway, playing a crucial role in the regulation of cell growth and differentiation. Early and accurate diagnosis of Gorlin-Goltz syndrome is essential to prevent serious complications, such as advanced basal cell carcinomas and facial disfigurement. Molecular diagnostic strategies and therapeutic options, including reconstructive surgery, hedgehog pathway inhibitor therapy, and multidisciplinary patient management will be addressed. This review will also explore the psychological and social impact on patients and their families, as well as advances in genetic and therapeutic research that may open new perspectives for the management and prevention of this complex disease. Ultimately, detailed knowledge of Gorlin-Goltz syndrome is essential to improve the quality of life of those affected and to promote future research in this evolving field.
Informal Employment and Income: A Case Study in Tra Vinh Province
Authors:   Director of The training centre of Logistics and Ecommerce, Tra Vinh University, Thu Diem Le Thi
Published: October 2023

This paper investigates the impact of the informal economy on the economy, focusing on the relationship between informal employment and the incomes of workers in Tra Vinh province. The empirical modelling employs OLS regression with cross-sectional VHLSS data for the Tra Vinh province covering the period 2004-2018. A labor-based approach of is applied to measure the informality of workers. Accordingly, the workers in the occupational groups who work independently are self-employed, and work for the family business is considered informal employment, while the other group is considered formal employment. The results of the study indicate that the informal employment have the lower incomes in the shor and long term. Beside that, the orther sectors including gender, education, the number of working hours, and skill levels have too a highly significant impact on workers' incomes. All policy implications of the study lead to the goal of improving working conditions for workers in the informal economy. Accordingly, the proposed policies include the synchronization between employment policies and labor supply and demand in the market, which focuses on vocational training for workers, provides solutions to ensure legality for employees and set up a databate on labor supply and demand.