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RESEARCH AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE QUALITY OF OIL AND GAS WELL KILLING TECHNOLOGY THROUGH THE USE OF VISCOELASTIC COMPOSITIONS
Authors: Shakirova E.V. , Averkina E.V. , Averkin N.A. , Semykin M.V. , Aleksandrov A.A.
Published: February 2024

Currently, many enterprises of the oil and gas industry are faced with such a problem as a significant decrease in the productivity coefficient of the well after repair work. As a result of such a complication, the process of normalization of the bottom of absorbing wells becomes more difficult, and the period of underground repair increases. The most developing direction in well jamming technology is the use of viscoelastic compositions, since this method eliminates the risk of penetration of the jamming fluid into the collector. Viscoelastic compositions are solutions of crosslinked polymers in the form of elastic gels with high viscosity and high shear stress. The compositions injected into the well limit the penetration of the jamming fluid into the bottom-hole zone of the formation and preserve its reservoir properties. The prepared formulations should take the form of a filling volume and gradually harden over a given time, but not turn into a solid composition.But, despite the high efficiency of using viscoelastic mixtures, this method of jamming has negative sides: premature structuring of the mixture, failure of downhole pumping equipment. The reason for this is the heterogeneous composition of the viscoelastic mixture. The choice of formulations for conducting a complex of laboratory studies implies work to determine the effective type of blocking composition and the choice of reagent brands.To clarify the conditions for the effective use of viscoelastic formulations and cooking technologies, an analysis of domestic and foreign experience in their application was carried out.During the research, optimal formulations of viscoelastic mixtures were selected that meet the requirements of well jamming technology at the «X» field. These samples are capable of forming strong cross-linked plugs that do not change the strength characteristics of the structure over time. To remove the composition of the silencing fluid from the borehole, the technology of dispersing viscoelastic mixtures using a hydroperite destructor was tested. After the introduction of the destructor, the ionic bonds of the composition are destroyed, which leads to a decrease in viscosity to minimum values and the possibility of its complete removal from the formation.
OPPORTUNITIES TO INCREASE THE ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY OF CO2 USE PROJECTS
Authors: Boldyrev E.S. , Mironenko A.A. , Rakhimov M.R.
Published: February 2024

Against the background of structural problems of the oil and gas industry, an increase in the share of hard-to-recover reserves, an increase in greenhouse gas emissions, and an unstable macroeconomic situation, the issue of improving the efficiency of field development, both from a technological and economic point of view, is acute. The results of the studies show that without the use of modern methods of improving oil recovery, maintaining stable production levels across the industry is becoming more difficult. Today, the efficiency of oil extraction by the main development methods is considered unsatisfactory, given the growing global consumption of petroleum products.Over the years, global interest in enhanced oil recovery has increased, and research is underway to find a scientifically sound approach to selecting the most efficient oil field development technologies.Despite the large number of experiments and the accumulated practical experience in using enhanced oil recovery methods, there is currently a wide gap between the needs of oil field stakeholders and the supply of services to implement these methods.Environmental issues are also important. Significant amounts of greenhouse gas emissions and the need for their disposal suggest the search for optimal ways to use them. Reducing СО2 emissions is a complex process involving capturing it in industrial plants, transporting it from capture sites to use sites, and locating it in geological sites.The subject of the study is to assess the feasibility of using СО2 as a method of increasing oil recovery.The article presents the results of a technical and economic assessment of the feasibility of using СО2 in an injection agent to improve oil recovery using the example of one of the fields in the West Siberian oil and gas province. The assessment showed that from a technological point of view, it is advisable to use the method, additional oil production is 3–7 %. However, additional tax incentives are required for interventions to become economically effective, as the interventions are highly capital intensive. The authors proposed an incentive option to ensure a positive economic effect, as well as to avoid a decrease in tax revenues compared to the basic option with water injection.
Manifestasi Hiburan terhadap Tingkah laku Disruptif melalui Jejak Digital Instagram dalam kalangan Remaja di Terengganu
Authors: Hussin Zalmizy , Ahmad Siti Rohana
Published: February 2024

Artikel ini mengkaji tingkah laku distuptif melalui jejak digital Instagram. Penggunaan meluas platform media sosial, terutamanya Instagram telah menimbulkan kebimbangan mengenai kesan aktiviti dalam talian terhadap tingkah laku remaja. Dengan menganalisis jejak digital yang ditinggalkan oleh remaja di Instagram, kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji manifestasi hiburan terhadap tingkah laku disruptif yang dibina daripada jejak digital. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kajian kes kritikal terhadap catatan Instagram untuk memberikan pemahaman menyeluruh mengenai fenomena ini. Sampel seramai 21 orang yang diambil dengan menggunakan persampelan bertujuan dan persampelan bola salji. Data kajian dikumpul dengan menggunakan kaedah pemerhatian tidak ikut serta, temu bual secara mendalam dan temu bual kumpulan fokus. Data kajian dianalisis melalui analisis tematik. Hasil kajian menunjukkan lapan manifestasi hiburan yang dibina oleh remaja yang mempengaruhi tingkah laku disruptif iaitu perhubungan, lawak, berita semasa, pendapat individu, aktiviti semasa, muzik, berita mistik dan kecantikkan. Implikasi hasil kajian ini menekankan keperluan ibu bapa, pendidik, dan pembuat dasar untuk mempromosikan literasi digital dan memberikan panduan kepada remaja dalam mengendalikan tingkah laku online secara berhemah dalam landskap digital secara berkesan.
Psychosocial Factors and Dating Violence: A Review of the Literature
Authors: Munusamy Shalini , Ahmad Badruddin Norhameza , Tsuey Chong Sheau , Abdullah Hilwa , Kamaluddin Mohammad Rahim
Published: February 2024

Dating violence is a major source of concern among the general population. Previous literature reviews have studied many other risk factors and dyadic implications of dating violence, but there has been very little research done in diverse elements of psychosocial factors linked to dating violence. The articles related to the term’s psychosocial factors (personality traits, attachment style and loneliness) and we looked for phrases linked to dating violence (aggression in romantic partnerships, violence in intimate relationships). The studies for this literature review must be from original studies with any gender sampling and should be written in English. This review included 27 papers that met the criteria for inclusion. The findings of this literature analysis revealed inconsistent results regarding the association between psychosocial factors and violent behaviour in romantic relationships, with some studies unable to detect such links. These findings are explored in terms of current gaps in the literature as well as suggested future research areas. The implication of this study can help in understanding the psychosocial factors that form the basis of relational aggression in romantic relationships and as a proactive step to avoid from being a victim of relational aggression.
The (Re)Construction of Househusband’s Role in The Intern Film
Authors: Ridaryanthi Melly , Briandana Rizki , Halim Umar , Iswahyuningtyas Cici Eka , Yaakup Hani Salwah
Published: February 2024

The role of the male as breadwinner is a common construction in society. However, there are families with certain agreements with particular conditions that require the husband to stay at home with domestic roles. This condition usually addressed the husband as a househusband. This research analyzes signs identified in The Intern film (2015) that portrays the househusband which further interprets the characteristics and roles of the househusband. Roland Barthes’ semiotics method is applied in order to be able to analyze both the denotative and connotative meaning of the identified signs regarding the househusband. From the study, it is identified that there are two roles of househusbands constructed in the film 1) caregiving, and 2) act of service. Househusband duties are identified as everything domestic affairs outside of the public domain. The term househusband is not meaningfully accepted based on the preferences of men carrying out domestic duties, therefore, the term stay-at-home dad is preferred because it constructs the role of the father as a whole.
New Media and Cross-cultural Adaptation: A Bibliometric Analysis Using Vosviewer
Authors: Jiang Meilian , Ahmad Abdul Latiff , Aziz Jamaluddin
Published: February 2024

A growing scholarly interest focused on new media and cross-cultural adaptation research, but a bibliometric analysis with Vosviewer software still needs to be improved. This paper aims to review the literature on new media and cross-cultural adaptation during the past two decades, analyse the current research on new media and cross-cultural adaptation, get an overview of current research, identify the heated topics, and propose future directions. This paper examined 1,1518 articles in the English language published from 2003 to 2023 from the Web of Science database by adopting the bibliometric technique using VOSviewer software. The methodology analyses the variables such as development time, Top 10 countries, organisations, authors, articles, journals, and co-occurrence keywords in the bibliometric analysis. The review of the past 20 years indicates a substantial growth in good research publications on new media and cross-cultural adaptation. Regarding the region of publications, the number of publications in the United States is the absolute leader, followed by China, the United Kingdom, Australia, Spain, and Germany. However, the highest average number of citations is for Germany. As seen from the five categorised clusters, cross-cultural studies on social media use, internet addiction, psychological health issues, and international students have become a growing concern in recent years. Future research on new media and cross-cultural adaptation may move toward exploring international students' social media usage and psychological adaptations.
An Analysis of Media Representation of Arab Female Athletes: The Case of Al-Jazeera
Authors: Ajeel Israa Hasan , Ai Lin Debbita Tan , Abdul Fatah Farhana
Published: February 2024

The coverage of female athletes in sports media has been claimed to exhibit prejudice in favor of male athletes. Therefore, they promote the dominance of traditional masculine hegemony. Accordingly, the present study examines Al-Jazeera's coverage of Arab female athletes participating in the Rio Olympics. The study, therefore, aims to identify Al-Jazeera's strategies for covering Arab female athletes in selected online stories and their ideological perspectives in terms of "Self" or public and "Other" or private dichotomy. Furthermore, it aims to examine the feminist critical discourse analysis perspective in the gendered social practices of the Eastern world. This study analyses two Al-Jazeera news stories using feminist critical discourse analysis. Feminist critical discourse analysis challenges social practices related to gender stereotypes. Occasionally, gender inequalities are manifested explicitly as well as implicitly. Patriarchy persists in many social institutions and among women (and men) globally. The researchers implement Lazar's (2018) Feminist Critical Discourse Analysis. Thus, sports news ideological methods are analyzed using positive "in-group" and negative "out-group" dichotomy. The current research findings indicate that the patriarchal society has been transformed with respect to women's empowerment. Arab female athletes take place in public life as their male counterparts. However, the analyzed data demonstrated Arab women's gender resistance to the stereotypical gender norms. However, the current research is essential for revealing the progress of gender-based hierarchal social norms. Deconstructing conventional unequal gender roles is a key component of this research project's contribution to developing and promoting gender equality in Arabic culture.
Pengekalan Aktiviti Ekonomi Tradisional Masyarakat Orang Asli di Malaysia: Cabaran Komuniti Semai dan Semelai
Authors: Idros Aza Reena , Man Zanisah , Maid Mandy , Abdul Halim Sharina
Published: February 2024

Aktiviti ekonomi tradisional merupakan salah satu elemen yang penting dalam cara hidup masyarakat Orang Asli untuk memastikan bekalan makanan mereka terjamin serta pada masa yang sama mengekalkan adat tradisi dan sistem kepercayaan. Walau bagaimanapun, ekonomi global sedang berevolusi menjadi ekonomi berasaskan wang telah menyebabkan masyarakat Orang Asli berhadapan dengan ancaman yang serius. Justeru, tujuan kajian ini adalah untuk meneliti aktiviti ekonomi tradisional masyarakat Orang Asli khususnya komuniti Semelai dan Semai serta mengenalpasti cabaran yang mereka hadapi dalam mengekalkan aktiviti tradisi mereka. Oleh itu, kaedah yang digunakan adalah kaedah mengedar soal selidik dan menemu bual secara mendalam untuk mendapatkan data. Hasil kajian mendapati suku kaum Semelai dan Semai mengamalkan aktiviti ekonomi utama yang sama iaitu aktiviti ekonomi tanaman kontan. Kedua-dua suku kaum mempunyai sedikit persamaan serta perbezaan dari aspek nilai dan sistem kepercayaan terutamanya berkenaan dengan pertanian tradisi. Malah, mereka turut berisiko menghadapi masalah ketidakstabilan makanan. Oleh hal yang demikian, penulisan ini menekankan kepentingan untuk memelihara aktiviti ekonomi tradisional supaya komuniti ini memperoleh akses yang sama rata kepada sumber makanan dan menuntut hak Orang Asli.
Journalistic “Innovation” Is Hard To Hate, but Actual Change Is Just Hard
Authors: Singer Jane B
Published: February 2024

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Pengembangan Spot Play Ground sebagai Tempat Wisata Edukasi di Wisata Alam Sawung Padi Desa Wonokerso
Authors: Bachtiar Muhammad Affan , Ali Khoharudin , Aji Miping Purmisanto , Aditya Muhammad Alif , Ansyorie Mohammad Musthofa Al
Published: February 2024

Wonokerso Village is situated in the Pakisaji District of Malang Regency. The village boasts a sawung padi agro-tourism area, which serves as an educational tourism destination for the community.  The village government and local farmers manage this agro-tourism site. The addition of a playground is expected to attract more tourists to Wonokerso Village. Taking a tour of the village can be a refreshing experience for those passing through. The development of Sawung Padi agro-tourism has resulted in the creation of a playground, which is a significant achievement for the village. Wonokerso Village is a heavily travelled industrial village. There are also plans to further develop Wonokerso Village into a tourist destination in the future. Additionally, the goals of this development project for the partner village include reporting, journal publications, intellectual property rights, and other related objectives.

Desa Wonokerso terletak di Kecamatan Pakisaji, Kabupaten Malang. Desa ini memiliki kawasan agrowisata sawung padi yang menjadi tujuan wisata edukasi bagi masyarakat.  Pemerintah desa dan petani setempat mengelola tempat agrowisata ini. Penambahan taman bermain diharapkan dapat menarik lebih banyak wisatawan ke Desa Wonokerso. Berkeliling desa dapat menjadi pengalaman yang menyegarkan bagi mereka yang melewatinya. Pengembangan agrowisata Sawung Padi telah menghasilkan taman bermain, yang merupakan pencapaian signifikan bagi desa. Desa Wonokerso merupakan desa industri yang ramai dikunjungi. Ada juga rencana untuk mengembangkan Desa Wonokerso lebih lanjut menjadi tujuan wisata di masa depan. Selain itu, tujuan dari proyek pengembangan ini untuk desa mitra meliputi pelaporan, publikasi jurnal, HKI, dan tujuan terkait lainnya.
Identity Crisis at the Party
Authors: Estévez-Saá Margarita
Published: February 2024

. The present contribution offers a comparative analysis of James Joyce’s short story “The Dead” and Virginia Woolf’s “The New Dress”, reflecting on the possible reasons that could explain the inexistence of previous critical comparisons of two texts written by two authors whose work has been amply studied and who have been frequently related by criticism. Considering the recurrent motif and context of the party in modernist literature, the study focuses on the identity crises experienced by the protagonists of both short stories. Taking into account Anthony Elliott’s reflections on the agents involved in the construction of the self, as well as recalling Joyce’s concept of “epiphany” and Woolf’s notion of “moment of being”, we analyse the concomitances detected in two stories that deal with the identity crises suffered by their respective protagonists, that deploy an analogous structure and share the use of similar symbolism.
Retrospective study in a single unit: outcomes of delays in reversal of loop ileostomy
Authors: Yoong Kevin Kah Wai , Chen Michelle Zhiyun , Liew Amos Nepacina , Weeratunga Senali , Tay Yeng Kwang
Published: February 2024

Background: Formation of loop ileostomy is common after anterior resection to reduce the sequalae of an anastomosis leak. Delays to reversal of ileostomy is associated with complications.
Methods: Retrospective study between 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2023. Patients were included: >18 years old, loop ileostomy formed as part of anterior resection surgery (benign and malignant). Exclusion criteria: loop ileostomy performed during other colonic resections, patients with inflammatory bowel disease, de-functioning ileostomy for obstructions. Primary outcome measures included complications associated with delayed closure of loop ileostomy and readmissions after reversal surgery. Secondary measures included reasons for delay to surgery, complications prior to reversal surgery, and morbidity and mortality associated with it.
Results: 135 patients were included. 85.9% of patients experienced delays in reversal surgery. Those without delays in surgery had higher rate of stoma-related complications (p=0.002). Delays were due to a long waitlist (p<0.01) and adjuvant chemotherapy (p=0.598). There were no significant differences in the delays to surgery during COVID pandemic. Delays were associated with higher rate of wound infection (6.04%), post-operative ileus (12.07%), anastomotic leak (1.72%), and Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection (3.45%). Handsewn end to end anastomosis was associated with higher proportion of post-operative ileus compared to the stapled side to side anastomosis group.
Conclusions: Reversal of ileostomy within 6 months of index surgery after adjuvant therapy could potentially reduce post-operative complications, and alleviate the burden on our healthcare system in the long run. A stapled side to side anastomosis should also be considered.
Evaluation of unenhanced three-dimensional endoanal ultrasound scan in preoperative assessment of perianal sepsis
Authors: Meegada Someswara Rao , Alapati Kishore V. , Varughese Mathai
Published: February 2024

Background: Perianal sepsis which includes perianal fistula and abscess is a common clinical condition that requires thorough preoperative evaluation to decrease the recurrence rate and to plan relevant surgery according to the anatomy of the fistula. MRI and 3D EAUS are two important preoperative investigations that delineate the anatomy of simple and complex fistula tracts. Due to lower cost and easier use 3D EAUS is a safe and reliable first-line investigation in evaluating perianal abscess.
Methods: This is a retrospective and prospective analysis of patients with perianal sepsis who underwent pre-operative unenhanced 3D-EAUS in the departments of Colorectal surgery, Gastrointestinal surgery, and General surgery in our hospital. A B-K medical 2052 transducer was used for the study and the surgical assessment was done by multiple surgeons from multiple departments.
Results: A total of 255 patients were assessed. The accuracy for primary fistula tracts and internal opening was 83.53% and 88.62% respectively. The kappa coefficient of correlation was k=0.70 (substantial agreement) for the fistula tract and k=0.81 (near perfect agreement) for the internal opening. The sensitivity, and specificity of primary tracts and internal openings were calculated. Transphincteric fistulas were 57% in our study.
Conclusions: Unenhanced 3D EAUS is a reliable first-line investigation in preoperative evaluation of perianal fistula and abscess. Transphincteric fistula is the most common type of fistula. There is a high chance of correlation for the primary tract if a non-colorectal specialist performs the fistula surgery after 3D-EAUS without blinding.
Post operative pancreatic fistula rate following pancreaticojejunostomy with Heidelberg technique versus classical duct to mucosa technique: a comparative study
Authors: Subhramaniyam Sumanth , Kalariya Bharghav J. , S. Guruprasath , R. D. R. Arul Jothi
Published: February 2024

Background: The best technique for pancreatic anastomosis is still a debate and unanswered by multiple RCTs and meta-analyses, done over past two decades. This study intends to compare the outcomes of pancreatico-jejunostomy (PJ) using Heidelberg technique vs classical duct to mucosa technique
Methods: All patients who underwent pancreaticoduodenectomy meeting criteria were included in study. Outcome of PJ done by Heidelberg technique evaluated by occurrence of POPF, as defined by ISGPF and results were compared to historical cohort of patients who had underwent PJ by classical duct to mucosa technique in our institution,
Results: PJ reconstruction was done with Heidelberg and classical duct to mucosa technique in 20 patients each. POPF rates in Heidelberg and duct to mucosa techniques when calculated using ISGPS-2005 definition (30% vs. 40%, p=0.677 and 10% vs. 10%, p=0.514 respectively) and ISGPS-2016 definitions (10% vs. 10%, p=0.514). There is no statistical difference between the two techniques in terms of DGE, infection, and days of hospital stay or duration of drain requirement. But Heidelberg technique is superior to DM technique with respect to shorter operating time (p=0.0001) and lower Clavien-Dindo morbidity grades (p=0.0004). Though a statistical significance could not be reached, there is an increased tendency of higher grade POPF with respect to increased age (>57 years), softer texture and smaller duct size (<3 mm).
Conclusions: There is no significant difference of CR-POPF rates between Heidelberg and classical duct to mucosa techniques of PJ. However, Heidelberg technique is better in terms of simplicity, reduced operating time and lower post-operative morbidity when compared to duct to mucosa technique.
Endo the line: stricturing terminal ileum endometriosis
Authors: Agrawal Tushar L. , Maguire Richard , Pillai Sooraj , Naik Arun D.
Published: February 2024

Endometriosis is the implantation and proliferation of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, and while involvement of the small bowel is rare, it is particularly unusual for it to present with terminal ileum stricture mimicking Crohn’s ileitis. We present the case of a 38-year-old female with recurrent mechanical small bowel obstruction with transition point in the terminal ileum. She was struggling with infertility issues and was not previously known to have endometriosis. The presumptive diagnosis was Crohn’s disease due history of previous anal fissure, high faecal calprotectin level, and imaging findings of terminal ileitis with stricture, despite lacking tissue confirmation from colonoscopy. She underwent laparoscopic ileocolic resection with histology showing endometrial stricture and secondary mucosal inflammation, without any established features of Crohn’s disease. This case demonstrates the potential diversity in presentation of endometriosis, including small bowel manifestations that can mimic Crohn’s ileitis. If endometrioma can be confidently diagnosed based on characteristic imaging features or tissue sample, unnecessary treatment may be avoided, whilst appropriate specialist management improves endometriosis symptoms and fertility outcomes.
Silent neuroendocrine tumor of biliary confluence
Authors: Kumar Supreet , Gupta Rigved , Goyal Neerav , Pandey Alok Kumar , Tandon Vivek , Goyal Neerav
Published: February 2024

Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) of the extrahepatic bile ducts are extremely rare. They are heterogeneous entities of varied histopathological features. The pathological types vary greatly with regards to biological behavior and prognosis. We presented such a case of silent tumor of the biliary tract of neuroendocrine origin in a middle-aged female with nonspecific abdominal pain without any clinically obvious signs which on radiological imaging revealed a tumor of hepatic confluence with metastatic deposits in liver for which she underwent left trisectionectomy with segment 7 metastatectomy. As per the literature reviews regarding extrahepatic bile duct NET these tumors are more common in the middle age population with a female preponderance. The tumors were symptomatic in majority of patients and the symptoms are mostly related to tumor mass and its invasion of adjacent structures or metastases rather than hormone and vasoactive peptide secretions. The low incidence and uncommon modes of presentation makes the diagnosis tough and management challenging.
The effect of nutrition education on knowledge, nutrients intake, and physical activity of children with overweight and obesity at elementary school in Jakarta Indonesia
Authors: Pritasari  , Damayanti Didit , Karina Sadiah Multi , Nixon Aurasyifa S. , Salsabila Diva
Published: February 2024

Background: Obesity is one of the triple burden malnutrition in Indonesia, alongside undernutrition that increasing over the years. The study was done to evaluate the effect of four weeks nutrition education intervention among children with overweight and obesity.
Methods: This study was a cluster randomized control trial in two elementary school in Jakarta. SD Kramat Pela 07 were selected as a control and SD Kramat Pela 09 as an intervention group. Intervention on school children were conducted for four weeks. Samples were students who were selected with the criteria of having overweight and obesity. An education through video was delivered from the teachers consecutively to the students every week. Nutrition knowledge was collected with a Google-form questionnaire that consist of 15 questions. Nutrient intake was collected with 24-hour recalls before and after the intervention.
Results: A significant increase of nutrition knowledge on both group after the intervention (p<0.05). There was a significant change of fiber intake (p<0.05) after four weeks of intervention. The average duration of physical activity for respondents showed an increase in the intervention group, but it was not statistically significant (p>0.05).
Conclusions: After four weeks intervention, nutrition education improved the knowledge, nutrients intake, and physical activity among school children with overweight and obesity. We recommend the school authorities to enhance the capacity and capabilities of teachers in fostering efforts to improve the health and nutrition of students through school-based learning. Additionally, the consumption of fiber is considered an indicator of healthy food quality in controlling overweight and obesity.
Missed HIV care appointments and high body mass index predict hypertension risks at diagnosis: a risk identifying opportunity among people living with HIV for global health
Authors: Ngugi Silvia , Mutie Cyrus , Wanjiku Victoria , Chweya Reagan , Gachohi John , Ngure Kenneth
Published: February 2024

Background: Chronic conditions, including diabetes and hypertension among people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHIV), require long-term adherence to treatment and regular follow-ups for symptom checkups and management to prolong life and improve its quality. To inform the design of patient-centered HIV-NCD interventions, this study determined predictors of hypertension and diabetes (non-communicable diseases-NCD) among PLWHIV.
Methods: This study adopted a cross-sectional study design. Attendance registers of PLWHIV attending the comprehensive care clinic at Murang'a referral hospital served as a sampling frame. The first study participant was randomly selected using a lottery method, while other participants were systematically sampled and enrolled. PLWHIV were clinically examined for NCD (hypertension and/or diabetes) screening and body mass index (BMI). Logistic regression models predicted associations with risk factors linked to the selected NCD among PLWHIV.
Results: A total of 281 PLWHIV were recruited, of these 192 (68%) were female, while 91% were aged above 35 years. We identified 77 (27%) PLWHIV with hypertension, and none had diabetes. About 70% of the PLWHIV with NCD missed HIV care appointments. About 89% of the PLWHIV were obese and overweight. Higher BMI (Odds ratio (OR)=1.15 95%CI 1.06, 1.24) and missing HIV care appointments (OR=2.12 95%, CI 1.23, 3.95) increased the risk of hypertension among PLWHIV.
Conclusions: We establish increased risks to NCD associated with higher BMI and missed scheduled HIV-linked care among PLWHIV. To improve global health, identifying and understanding determinants of missed HIV care appointments will help to re-engage defaulters while promoting regular screening for NCD profiles.
Profile of the patients suffering from non-communicable diseases attending outpatient department of an urban health training center- a cross sectional study
Authors: Naidu Abhishek , Gurav Ravindra , Yadav Amit
Published: February 2024

Background: Non-communicable diseases continue to be an important public health problem in India. These diseases are responsible for a major proportion of morbidity and mortality. In view of this, study was conducted among patients suffering from non-communicable diseases attending outpatient department of an urban health training center of a medical college to know their profile.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in the month of September, 2023 at an urban health training center. All the patients suffering from non-communicable diseases attending outpatient department during above month were included in the study using purposive sampling method. Predesigned and pretested proforma was used to collect the data. Data was analyzed using Microsoft Excel and appropriate statistical methods. The statistical level of significance was fixed at p<0.05.
Results: 4670 new patients attended outpatient department, of which 269 (05.76%) were suffering from non-communicable diseases. 136 (52.92%) were suffering from hypertension, 105 (40.86%) were of diabetes, 07 (02.72%) were of stroke and 09 (03.50%) were of other non-communicable diseases. 12 (04.46%) patients were suffering from both hypertension and diabetes. 131 (50.97%) were above 60 years of age. 139 (54.09%) were males and 118 (45.91%) were females. 50 (19.46%) patients were illiterate while 207 (80.54%) were literate (p<0.05). 42 (16.34%) patients were having family history of non-communicable diseases. 40 (15.56%) and 62 (24.12%) patients were doing yoga and exercise respectively. 77 (29.96%) patients were smokers or consuming tobacco or alcohol.
Conclusions: The growing problem of non-communicable diseases can be effectively controlled by empowerment of community through effective health education, utilizing services of trained health care workers, advanced health care services and social insurance.
Oral health problems among school children in rural area: a cross-sectional study
Authors: C. S. Jayalekshmi , Birajdar Shrikant S. , C. Keerthana , Gurav Ravindra B.
Published: February 2024

Background: Students are the wealth of the nation as they constitute one of the important segments of the population. The foundation of good health and sound mind is laid during the school age period. During this period, they are vulnerable to various oral health problems. These conditions are the hurdles in their physical, mental, emotional, and social development. In view of this, a study was conducted to assess the oral health status of the school students in rural areas.
Methods: Cross-sectional study was conducted in rural area among school children in the month of March 2023. Standard proforma was used to record the data related to oral morbidity among the subjects. Data entry and statistical analysis was done with the help of Microsoft Excel. ꭓ2 and SE (p1-p2) tests were used to compare difference in categorical variables. The statistical level of significance was fixed at p<0.05.
Results: 432 students were examined. 226 (52.31%) subjects were having oral morbidity. 151 (66.81%) subjects in the age group of 5-10 years while 75 (33.19%) in the age group of >10-16 years were having oral health problems (p<0.05). 155 (59.73%) students from primary section and 71 (40.27%) students from secondary section were suffering from oral morbidity (p<0.05). Dental caries was observed among 194 (44.91%) subjects followed by mouth ulcers (09.72%). 143 (53.36%) underweight subjects were suffering from dental caries (p<0.05).
Conclusions: Common oral health problems found in school going children can be addressed with the implementation of school health program in effective way. These common infirmities can be prevented by actively involving parents and teachers in school health services.
Determinants of teenage pregnancies in a rural area of Zambia: a case study of Chipili district, Zambia
Authors: Lukwesa Mercy Kanswata , Chungulo Peter , Kazonga Eustarckio
Published: February 2024

Teenage pregnancies are a serious public health issue around the world and Zambia in particular. This is driven by many factors. The general objective of the study was to explore determinants of teenage pregnancy in Chinshinki village, Chipili district. This was a qualitative study, which adopted a phenomenological study design. Data was collected using a focus group discussion with teenage mothers and four key informants. Participants were purposively selected based on the in-depth knowledge and experience of the phenomenon studied. The data collected was analysed using thematic analysis. The study showed that despite being aware of the various methods of contraception, teenagers still have negative attitudes toward their use. Cultural beliefs of not discussing sexual matters at household level have led to teenagers to search for guidance and information from their peers. The study also revealed that the reduced accessibility and awareness on reproductive health information was influenced by the healthcare workers who did not provide this information to the teenagers in their respective communities. The study showed that despite being aware of the various methods of contraception, teenagers are still not willing to fully utilize these methods. This perception stems from misinformation provided by their peers who play an important role regarding teenagers' decisions about engaging in risky sexual behaviour.
The nursing strategies for preventing post-percutaneous coronary intervention hematomas: a review
Authors: Kaur Gagandeep , Singh Rajdevinder
Published: February 2024

Post-percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) hematomas pose significant risks for patients and can lead to severe morbidity and mortality if left unaddressed. Nurses play a vital role in preventing these complications, emphasizing the importance of their understanding and implementation of nursing strategies and interventions. This comprehensive review investigates the various nursing strategies and interventions aimed at mitigating the risk of post-PCI hematomas and improving patient outcomes. A systematic search across multiple medical databases and scholarly sources yielded data on preventive measures and treatment options for post-PCI hematomas. The review underscores the significance of nursing interventions, including patient education, pressure dressings, careful hemostasis, and medication management, in reducing the occurrence of hematomas. It also highlights the potential complications associated with post-PCI hematomas, emphasizing the necessity of timely intervention and patient education to minimize the risk. The review emphasizes the critical role of nurses in the prevention and management of post-PCI hematomas and provides insights for future research and quality improvement initiatives. Overall, the review serves as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, offering a comprehensive understanding of nursing interventions and guidelines to enhance patient safety and minimize the incidence of post-PCI hematomas.
Socio economic status assessment in India: history and updates for 2024
Authors: Javalkar Sandhya Rani , H. Shalini , B. Davalagi Shubha , G. S. Vidya
Published: February 2024

Socioeconomic status (SES) affects the incidence and prevalence of a variety of health disorders, thus making it a significant factor of both health status and standard of living. Social security is influenced by socioeconomic level in terms of health facility accessibility, pricing, acceptability, and actual use. The requirement for creating a standard method of population classification based on SES that is applied easily and simply and is not based solely on income and has a scientific foundation is needed. The assessment of socio-economic status in surveys has evolved over time in India, with various scales and criteria being used to capture the economic and social conditions of individuals or households. As India continues to undergo socio-economic transformations, the methods for assessing socio-economic status evolve accordingly. Researchers and policymakers strive to strike a balance between traditional indicators and contemporary, multidimensional approaches to gain a comprehensive understanding of the socio-economic fabric in the diverse and dynamic Indian society.
The flip side of social media: unveiling the effects of social media on mental health
Authors: Malle Ajaykumar B. , Pawar Sachin D. , Pal Pravinkumar S. , Mulani Sajid A.
Published: February 2024

Mental health, commonly known as behavioral health, is the psychological, emotional, and social well-being of an individual. It mostly affects a person’s ideas, emotions, behaviors, and relationships with other people. The idea that social media use and mental health are inextricably related appears to be the most intricate and varied. The effect of social media on mental health is a complicated topic with many moving parts. According to a countrywide survey carried out in India, as of 2023, approximately 67.5% of adults in the country utilize at least one social networking site; this percentage may be steadily increasing over time. Despite its numerous benefits, social media has also been connected to problems in society and poor mental health outcomes. People need to be aware of the potential risks of social media like disinformation, addiction, cyberbullying, data security and privacy concerns, and its possible effects on mental health. This review offers a thorough analysis of social media’s effects on mental health, and it demonstrates how crucial it is to develop a thoughtful and balanced relationship with our digital life to ensure that the advantages of connection do not come at the expense of our mental health.
“TU JÁ PODE SER ENTERRADO”: ESPAÇOS FUNERÁRIOS NO RIO MAPUÁ (PA)
Authors: Costa Eliane Miranda
Published: February 2024

O texto apresenta reflexões acerca dos espaços funerários no rio Mapuá, município de Breves, arquipélago do Marajó. Trata-se de três espaços, um referente a ocupação milenar e dois de ocupações secular. Procura responder: como os espaços funerários são percebidos pelos moradores do rio Mapuá no contemporâneo? O que esses espaços narram em relação a ocupação na floresta amazônica? O que eles contam sobre as pessoas e o modo de vida do passado? Combinando dados bibliográficos e empíricos revela que os moradores percebem os espaços de forma diferenciada: o espaço funerário indígena, constantemente reocupado, não é percebido como um cemitério; os espaços históricos é entendido como  resultado da economia da borracha e reflete o poder aquisitivo dos sujeitos enterrados. Ambos os espaços revelam como o território marajoara é ocupado a partir da invasão colonial, o que os tornam importantes chaves para desvendar a organização social da floresta amazônica.
Comprensión de la muerte y elaboración del duelo en niños durante la pandemia
Authors: Benavides-Delgado Jacqueline , Rosero Pepinosa Ana Patricia
Published: February 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es reflexionar acerca de la comprensión de la muerte y la elaboración del duelo en tiempo de pandemia por parte de los niños. Se recopiló información actualizada de diferentes bases de datos científicas para estructurar la información alrededor de tres componentes: (a) la comprensión de la muerte en los niños; (b) las consecuencias emocionales y afectivas derivadas de la pérdida de un ser querido; y (c) las dificultades que se han presentado en la elaboración del duelo en tiempos de pandemia. Las conclusiones muestran cómo, en tiempos de pandemia, la elaboración del duelo fue más difícil a causa de las restricciones para participar en los procesos y rituales de despedida funeraria.
Representaciones sociales de psicólogos sobre las personas con esquizofrenia
Authors: León Nieto Leidy Nathalia , Lafaurie Villamil María Mercedes
Published: February 2024

Las representaciones sociales fatalistas frente a la recuperación de las personas con esquizofrenia, incluso de profesionales de la salud, se asocian con el aislamiento, las recaídas, la baja autoestima y con menores oportunidades laborales. El estudio buscó identificar representaciones sociales de seis psicólogos recién egresados sobre las personas con esquizofrenia, utilizando entrevistas semiestructuradas. Se implementó un análisis temático con apoyo del software NVivo. Se identifica una representación social de las personas con esquizofrenia como sujetos con dinámicas psicológicas particulares que comportan crisis episódicas y quienes requirieren acompañamiento terapéutico para el logro de una vida plena. Además de lidiar con su diagnóstico, se enfrentan al estigma de la esquizofrenia como sentencia, a la homogenización y al desconocimiento de su subjetividad. La psicoeducación, que las visualiza como participantes activos de su proceso de recuperación y busca fortalecer sus potencialidades, es propuesta como alternativa terapéutica para el mejoramiento de su calidad de vida e inclusión social.
Validación de la Escala de Depresión Geriátrica de Yesavage en adultos mayores mexicanos
Authors: Salgado Cedano Yiblia Krystal , Andrade Palos Patricia , Hernández Galván Adela , López-Fuentes Norma Ivonne Gonzáles-Arriata , Díaz Loving Rolando , Velasco Rojano Ángel Eduardo
Published: February 2024

Objetivo: Validar la Escala de Depresión Geriátrica de Yesavage en adultos mayores mexicanos, ya que no se cuenta con estudios sobre sus propiedades psicométricas en México a pesar de su extenso uso en investigaciones para esta población. Método: se hizo un estudio instrumental psicométrico en el que participaron 150 adultos mayores mexicanos seleccionados de forma no probabilística intencional, con una edad promedio de 68.38 años, 30% hombres y 70% mujeres, que contestaron la versión en español de la Escala de Depresión Geriátrica de Yesavage con 15 reactivos. Resultados: se encontró una estructura unidimensional que explica el 55% de la varianza del constructo y adecuada confiabilidad (Alpha ordinal=.94) Discusión y conclusiones: los resultados son congruentes con lo encontrado en otras poblaciones por lo que se considera que la escala es confiable y válida para medir depresión en adultos mayores mexicanos.
Święta Trójca: postacie kobiet w Ourselves Alone (1986) i w After Easter (1994) Anne Devlin
Authors: Privas-Bréauté Virginie
Published: February 2024

Artykuł omawia dwie sztuki autorstwa Anne Devlin, przedstawiające losy kobiet w zdominowanym przez mężczyzn oraz naznaczonym piętnem politycznej przemocy społeczeństwie Irlandii Północnej. Autorka wykorzystuje teorie feministyczne oraz posługuje się odniesieniami biblijnymi, by pokazać, w jaki sposób ukazywany jest w tych utworach proces kształtowania się kobiecej tożsamości w jej wymiarze indywidualnym i społecznym. Przy okazji autorka wpisuje omawiane utwory w szersze spektrum literatury irlandzkiej, postulując jednocześnie zmianę paradygmatu interpretacyjnego, który do tej pory zdominowany był zarówno przez literackie reprezentacje męskich postaci, jak i przez wpływ męskiej krytyki teatralnej i literackiej.
La movilidad geográfica docente
Authors: González Alemán Carlos , Rodríguez Zidán Eduardo
Published: February 2024

Este estudio tuvo dos propósitos: conocer las percepciones de los docentes de aula de la DGETP-UTU sobre los efectos de la movilidad geográfica en sus prácticas profesionales y analizar la normativa, funcionamiento y organización del sistema de “abono docente”. El diseño metodológico fue de tipo mixto (cual-cuan), de diseño secuencial, con clara predominancia cualitativa, con aportes cuantitativos y alcance exploratorio. En la primera fase se realizó un análisis cuantitativo descriptivo basado en dos fuentes de datos secundarios: el Censo Nacional Docente del año 2007 (ANEP, 2008) y el Censo Nacional Docente del año 2018 (ANEP, 2020), en dos soportes: informe y base de datos. En la segunda fase de profundización cualitativa se realizaron 18 entrevistas semiestructuradas a docentes de aula de la DGETP-UTU de instituciones de Canelones, Florida y San José. Además, se utilizó el análisis documental de 19 documentos de la legislación nacional y resoluciones de la ANEP sobre la política y financiamiento del transporte docente. En los hallazgos, se destaca que la política del “abono docente” de la ANEP data de 1971 e implica un presupuesto creciente. La “movilidad geográfica docente” no es homogénea en el país, así, 12 departamentos son emisores de docentes, en tanto que siete departamentos son receptores. Respecto a las percepciones docentes, las evidencias muestran que la “movilidad geográfica docente” tiene una incidencia negativa en las actividades de planificación, coordinación e inserción en la comunidad educativa. Para ellos, algunas estrategias de mitigación de la afectación serían: la asignación de trabajo basada en cargos docentes por un plazo mayor al de un año (tres años) y establecer criterios de “regionalización” en el sistema de ordenamiento docente y “elección de horas”.
Abortions From a Clinical Social Aspect - A Historical View: The Case of the Jewish Society in Palestine During the Early 20th Century
Authors: Rosenberg Friedman* Lilach
Published: February 2024

The legality of abortions and the decreasing birthrate are topics that regularly emerge on the global public agenda, sparking intense social, legal, and political discussions. In 2019, Israel’s birthrate (the birthrate is defined as the number of births relative to the population) was 3.1 children per woman-the highest among OECD countries and surpassing that of many developing nations (excluding Africa). Several explanations account for this phenomenon, among them - the national ethos and geopolitical status of Israel, which necessitate demographic intensification. However, a historical perspective reveals that the Jewish society in Palestine during the British Mandate (1920- 1948) despite the national struggle that was at its peak, experienced low birthrates due to considerable number of abortions.