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Global Benchmarking of Accessible and Inclusive Cities
Authors: Henderson-wilson Claire , Andrews Fiona , Wilson Erin , Tucker Richard
Published: July 2023

Globally, many built environments fail to meet the accessibility needs of people with disability. This is despite people with disability agitating for built environment accessibility improvement for many decades. This paper critically reviews global literature to determine what constitutes an accessible and inclusive city and to discover global benchmarks of accessible and inclusive cities. We identified five (composite) domains that an accessible and inclusive city would include: 1.Connectivity (spatial & digital); 2.Economic participation, employment and education; 3.Housing; 4.Community and social infrastructure; and 5. Processes of engagement and inclusion. We also identified a number of global accessible and inclusive city exemplars, including Breda, the Netherlands and Gdynia, Poland. From the global review of exemplars and definitions, domains and indicators, a number of areas of practical action were identified that require multi-entity, multisector collaborations with influential partners addressing all prioritised domains. These actions included: the need to include those with lived experience of disability in the planning and design of environments and services; the need to work across the linked domains of the built form, services, attitudes and economic participation; and the need to revise construction, design, planning and architectural education to foreground the needs and requirements of those with disability.
Embracing or avoiding diversity? Yet another hostile policy against ‘non-Westerners’ in Denmark
Authors: Uekusa Shinya
Published: July 2023

This short commentary is intended to open a further discussion on diversity in Denmark, particularly in response to the announcement made by the Minister of Interior and Housing, Kaare Dybvad Bek, in 2021 regarding Denmark’s plan to restrict the number of ‘non-Western/non-White’ residents in any neighbourhoods to avoid ‘parallel societies’. This news was not surprising yet still disturbing, especially considering the recent taxi law requiring taxi drivers to speak Danish, along with migration, ethnicity and education research communities being accused of ‘pseudo-scientific’ research. In order to move toward a forward-thinking, socially inclusive, multicultural, sustainable and just society, I comment not only on the recent (re)surge of racism and ‘resistance to diversity’ but also on higher education’s stand and social scientists’ role in addressing these issues in Denmark, wider Europe and beyond.
Complexities of inclusion and exclusion: Dalit students and higher education in India
Authors: Neelakandan Sanil Malikapurath , Patil Smita Margeshwar
Published: July 2023

Caste determines the field of education in India. Students who belong to the lower structure of caste experience discrimination based on caste in their day to day academic as well as non-academic life. This paper attempts to explore the ways of caste driven social inclusion/exclusion which challenge their lives. Constitutional privileges provide rights to the students who belong to these communities. At the same time, the ideology of caste is hegemonic in the Indian society and they face different forms of social exclusions. Thus, they are caught in between social inclusion and social exclusion. This highlights the forms of exclusion which structure their lives irrespective of the policies based on social inclusion. This paper traces the history of dalit struggles for education in the midst of the reactionary ideology of caste
What does the literature say about resilience in refugee people? Implications for practice
Authors: Hutchinson Mary , Dorsett Pat
Published: July 2023

Refugee people experience many trials prior to arriving in Australia and face ongoing challenges associated with re-settlement. Despite facing such difficulties many refugee people demonstrate enormous strength and resilience that facilitates their re-settlement process. The authors’ experience however suggests that professionals working with refugee people tend to focus on the trauma story to the neglect of their strengths. At times this means resilience is overshadowed by a dominant Western deficits model that defines refugee people as traumatised victims. Pathologising the trauma story of refugee people may further alienate refugee people from full inclusion into Australian life by denying their inherent resilience in the face of extraordinary life experiences. This article reviews Australian and International literature to explore factors that contribute to refugee resilience such as personal qualities, support and religion. The review also identifies elements that may impede resilience including; language barriers, racism, discrimination, and labelling the trauma story. The literature suggests refugee resilience moves beyond the Western individualised notion of resilience to a more communal construction of resilience that includes refugee people’s broader social context. The literature highlights important practice implications and the authors respond to the findings by reflecting on their own practice experience and considering implications for a more inclusive anti-oppressive strengths-based approach to work with refugee people.
NDIS: In Context
Authors: Butteriss Marlene
Published: July 2023

NDIS: In Context considers the NDIS in the Australian context. Giving consideration to the current state of support provision, while looking at where Australia sits in the broader context and commenting on why the NDIS is a logical step for Australia.
Homeless with TB? Housing should be part of the treatment, not part of the problem
Authors: Collinson Susan
Published: July 2023

Chronic homelessness is a red flag symptom, marking a significantly increased risk of ill-health and premature death in homeless people. By definition homeless people tend to have chaotic and transient lives, as their priorities are very different from housed people. When a homeless person has tuberculosis (TB), and must complete a minimum of six months treatment in order to be cured, adherence to the full course can be an insurmountable problem. For people who are in the United Kingdom (UK) illegally, or with no recourse to public services, the situation is even bleaker. A fear of authority can deter them from seeking health care until the disease is extremely advanced. However, once stabilised on medication and medically fit for discharge from hospital, there is a real danger that they will be lost to follow-up because of their homelessness, thus putting themselves and others at risk. A model for housing homeless TB patients has been developed in Hackney, east London. Those housed have predominantly been in the UK illegally. Having the capacity to house them has made a significant difference to the health of the patient, the work of the TB team, and the cost to local health services.What is known about this topic?The problem of non-adherence to medical treatment remains a challenge for health professionals.Adherence to tuberculosis treatment is poor in high risk groups such as the homelessIncentives have been used to help patients remain on long term treatment (Giuffrida & Torgerson, 1997; Priebe et al, 2013)What this paper adds:A ‘social’ problem such as homelessness should be considered as a co-morbidity and addressed at the same time as health problemsIncentives can create conditions for the patient to make other changes to improve overall quality of life
Missing: Persons and Politics
Authors: Clarke Julie
Published: July 2023

This manuscript is a review of the book Missing: Persons and Politics by Jenny Edkins and published by Cornell University Press in 2011. It draws on two earlier reviews in providing an overview of the Edkins contribution to an area of research notable by the paucity of attention paid to it by scholars’ worldwide.Note: As this was read on an e-reader, no page references are possible for quotations.
Older adults’ understandings of social inclusion: Views from a healthy ageing community program
Authors: Nycyk Michael , Redsell Margaret
Published: July 2023

Keeping older adults over 65 years of age socially included is a challenge still being addressed. Older adults’ views of feeling socially included and avoiding social exclusion and isolation are individual. This ethnographic study examines the views participants have about feeling socially included in their community when attending a community healthy ageing program in Brisbane, Australia. Niche studies of social inclusion in particular settings are valuable as alternatives to large studies, because of the diversity they offer in finding out what older adults identify as making them feel socially included. Data was collected by participant observation and focus groups, with supporting member checks and brief follow-up interviews. The main finding was that the program encouraged program participants to view themselves as feeling socially mobile, mainly because of access to information resources and to the human networks the program offered. Five concerns dominated the analysis where participants felt exclusion and isolation was an issue: transport, housing and living arrangements, health, crime and personal safety, and technology use. This paper contributes to the understanding of views of social inclusion in a particular setting and brings an awareness of the types of solutions a community program can bring to older adults to help keep them socially included.
Barriers in health care access faced by children with intellectual disabilities living in rural Uttar Pradesh
Authors: Varghese Jubin , Grills Nathan , Mathias Kaaren
Published: July 2023

Purpose: People with disability in rural India face multiple barriers accessing healthcare; our hypothesis is that children with intellectual disability suffer the same but little is known about the barriers faced by them. The objectives of the study were to identify the health seeking behaviours of families with children with intellectual disabilities and the barriers they faced accessing healthcare.Methods: This qualitative study involved interviewing caregivers of children with intellectual disability from a pre-existing community development project in the Sahadoli Kadim block of rural Uttar Pradesh. Semi-structured interviews were also conducted with the local practitioners frequented by these caregivers.Results: Barriers identified were grouped under cognitive, structural and financial barriers which were found to be consistent with the Health Care Access Barrier Model (Carrillo, et al., 2011; WHO, 2011). Cognitive barriers included caregivers being unable to identify the complex health needs of their children. Caregivers lacked appropriate knowledge of intellectual disability, with doctors failing to educate them. Structural and financial barriers encompassed poor availability of healthcare providers and contributed to poor access to specialists. Caregivers had no information about government financial aid and healthcare providers did not refer them to these.Conclusion: Children with intellectual disabilities are forced to live with a poor quality of life because of cognitive, structural and financial barriers they face in accessing health care. Results are specific to children with intellectual disability in rural Sahadoli Kadim and could be used to inform policies and strategies to reduce disparities in health care access for these children.
Sticks and stones: How words and language impact upon social inclusion
Authors: McKay Kathy , Wark Stuart , Mapedzahama Virginia , Dune Tinashe , Rahman Saifur , MacPhail Catherine
Published: July 2023

Language framed as derogatory names and symbols can have implications for people and their life experiences. Within a Saussurian-inspired frame, and looking at ideas of stigma and social inclusion, this paper examines the use of language as a weapon within a social context of (changing) intent and meaning. Three examples of language use in mainstream society are analysed: ‘retarded’ which evolved from scientific diagnosis to insult; ‘gay’ as a derogatory adjective within popular culture; and, the way language around suicide is used to both trivialise and stigmatise those who are suicidal, as well as those who are bereaved.
Effects of Storage Periods and Methods on Seed Quality of Chamomile (Matricaria chamomile.L) in Wondogenet, Ethiopia
Authors: Garkebo Hailu , Melese Bethlehem
Published: July 2023

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomile L.) seeds were stored in a polypropylene bag, cotton and bottle for twelve months. Data on seed quality were evaluated within three months of interval. The analysis of variance of the result showed that the interaction effect of storage methods and periods had significantly influenced the seed quality (germination percentage, moisture content, speed of germination and vigour index) of chamomile. The highest germination (75 %) was recorded for the seeds stored in the bottle during the third month of storage. Whereas the highest (41.2 mg %) vigour index was reported for the seeds stored in the bottle for three months. The result of the study concluded that prolonged storage periods had a significant effect on seed quality of chamomile.
Impact of Administrative Practices and Effective of Employee Performance: An Empirical Study among Public University Employees in Pakistan
Authors: Jafri Syed Muhammad Imran , Ahmed Md Rubel , Ali Amna
Published: July 2023

Past studies have been conducted to examine the effects of administrative practices on Employees’ job Performance in developed countries but only rare researches were directed in developing countries like Pakistan. Pakistan is still lacking behind to conduct the research in the administrative practices. This study mainly focuses on the education sector. The study is descriptive in its nature. In this study population was comprised of all employees from public Universities in Punjab, Pakistan. 180 respondents were selected through stratified random sampling approach from 6 public universities. The Data was collected through questionnaire contained 5-point Likert scale arrangement. Administrative practices were an independent variable whereas job satisfaction of the employees was a dependent variable. The two questionnaires (administrative practices and job performance) were developed for this study. The main dimensions included in administrative practices were compensation, training & development, career planning and recruitment selection. On the other hand, the main dimensions in job performance questionnaire were quality of work, productivity, knowledge of job and interpersonal relations. There were total 32 questions. The result of the study showed that there was strong and positive effect of administrative practices on job performance of the employees at university level.
Dissertation Acknowledgements in Cameroon English: A Semantic Analysis
Authors: Mary Shey
Published: July 2023

The acknowledgement section of a thesis is a genre within the academic discourse community. It gives the graduate student an opportunity to express their gratitude toward a number of addressees after the completion of a rather tedious research process. This genre has attracted a lot of interest in research in academic writing in English in the Outer Circle. Some of these studies have focused on their generic structure (Al-Ali, 2010, Hyland 2004), their expressions of gratitude (Hyland and Tse 2004) or their semantic structures (Cheng 2012). These features have, however, been conspicuously neglected in the literature in Cameroon English. Given that genre is the study of language use in a given sociocultural or academic context, this study examines 200 dissertation acknowledgements (herein after DAs) collected from six major disciplines in three renowned state universities in Cameroon. Our objective here was to do an in-depth analysis of all the thanking acts of the various texts that constituted our corpus in order to bring out the dominant semantic features that were used in expressing thanks. As far as semantic categories are concerned, our data revealed about 1494 thanking acts with seven categories of thanking, 1308 of which were explicit and 186 of which were implicit. These thanking strategies, however, varied greatly from one discipline to another. For the purpose of this study, the strategies were simply identified as strategy 1 to strategy 7 according to how they were semantically structured and strategy 8 comprises implicit thanking acts. The different semantic strategies were classified following Cheng’s 2010 coding scheme though with modifications depending on what our analysis revealed.
Effect of Fenugreek Seeds and Its Bioactive Compounds on High Fructose High Fat Diet Induced Abnormalities in Sprague Dawley Rats
Authors: Chauhan Palthiya Anitha , Rao Kalashikam Rajender , Banapuram Swathi , Myadara Srinivas , Raghunath Manchala
Published: July 2023

Fenugreek seeds are rich in various essential compounds and these components play a significant role in healing and treating diseases by regulating several biological activities. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the metabolic effects of fenugreek seed (FS) and its bioactive compounds such as Fenu pulse (FP), Fenu fiber (FF), Diosgenin (Dsg) in High Fructose High Fat (HFHF) induced diabetic rats.After hyperglycemia was confirmed in HFHF rats compared with controls, further HFHF groups were supplemented with FS, FP, FF, Dsg, and combinations of these compounds. The HFHF diet was given for 4 months which increased the body weight, body fat percentage, and decreased lean body mass (LBM) and fat-free mass (FFM) percentage compared with controls rats. The diet combination was continued for another four months and it did not show any further effect on their body composition. There was a significant but marginal effect on fasting glucose and insulin, so the animals did not have overt hyperglycemia, let alone be diabetic. The FS or its components individually or in combination within a diet-induced rat model of diabetes showed no significant antidiabetic effect (glucose tolerance/metabolic parameters), both in the fasting and fed states wherein it elevated the levels of total and HDL cholesterol but not triglycerides (TG) upon continuous feeding for four months. The reduced effect of FS and its components appears due to moderate hyperglycemia in the HFHF rats.
Mapping the Course Objectives and Program Learning Outcomes of Software Engineering Course by Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy
Authors: Thant Khin Shin , Khaing Myat Mon , Tin Hlaing Htake Khaung
Published: July 2023

The outcomes of software engineering can have a significant impact on the success of a software project and the satisfaction of its stakeholders. The results of the study provide a clear understanding of how success can be achieved in a program. Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy is a framework used to classify learning outcomes in terms of different levels of complexity and cognitive ability. It can be used to assess the active learning outcomes of a software engineering course. Bloom's Revised Taxonomy can be applied to assess the active learning outcomes of a software engineering course. Assessing the active learning outcomes of a software engineering course using Bloom's Revised Taxonomy, educators can ensure that students are gaining a deep understanding of the material and are able to apply what they have learned in new and innovative ways. The main goal of the survey was to enable computer science students to use real-world software to help them make better decisions. Other objectives of this research include: (1) students having good communication with teachers gives them the opportunity to feel motivated and involved in the software engineering learning process and (2) Improve teaching and learning methods for Software Engineering. This research design is for undergraduate computer science students.
Impact of Gender on Post-Exercise Orthostasis Related Changes in EEG Amplitudes
Authors: Adeniyi M. , Awosika A.
Published: July 2023

Changes occur in brain functions before, during and after physical exercise as well as during orthostasis in males and females. The study aimed at understanding the effect of gender on post-exercise orthostasis induced changes in EEG amplitudes. 30 apparently healthy individuals consisting of 15 males (18.5 years) and 15 females (18.5years) were recruited for the study. They were divided into baseline, exercise and post-exercise orthostasis groups. Subjects were exercised on a treadmill for 10 minutes at 8km/hr. After which they were asked to stand for 10 minutes on both legs. EEG recording was carried out using PowerLab 26T using frontal and occipital electrodes as indicated in the operational manual. When compared with baseline, post-exercise orthostasis caused reduction in theta waves amplitude in males and females respectively and a decrease in alpha waves amplitude in males only. Post-exercise orthostasis lowered theta waves amplitude in males when compared with females while other EEG waves were not affected. There was a positive correlation was observed between shock index and alpha wave amplitude (r= 0.437, P<0.05) in males during post-exercise orthostasis but none in female. The findings of the study indicated that orthostasis after exercise relatively reduced theta waves in males compared to females.
Occupation-Related Stress and Stress-Related Risk Factors among Nurses in West Africa
Authors: Awosika Ayoola , Adeniyi MJ
Published: July 2023

Occupational stress has for many decades remained a major concern Worldwide. In West Africa region, it is an amplified discussion owing to technological deficit, deficiency of work-relieving physical and social amenities, unemployment and underemployment and corruption. Nurses are health workers involved in the healthcare and management of people. The review was designed to examine various stress–relating risk factors among nurses in West Africa. A literature search was done using Web-based databases like Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. The search was done using several terms and text words. Increased workload, hazard exposure, shortage of staff, poor incentives, poor patient attitude, increased length and frequency of duty, shortage of resources and equipment, work environment, high energy involvement and limited opportunity for professional advancement were risk factors for occupation-related stress among nurses in West Africa. The most predominant risk factor was increased workload followed by shortage of equipment and resources.
Lung Function Test of Smokers and Non-Smokers in Ubimini Community, Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State
Authors: Ihua Confidence Waribo , Gam Idawarifa Frank Cookey- , Paul John Nwolim , Dimkpa Gospel Chimenma , Samuel Mboi Stanley , Ekine Dumoteinm Stephen Opuda , Obinna Stevenson Chineme , Jones Gloria Stanley Acra , Obia Joyce Chisa , Amadi Kingsley Moses
Published: July 2023

The Lung function test of smokers and non-smokers was carried out using spirometer and Peak Expiratory Flowmeter in 50 subjects in Ubimini Community of Rivers State. Their ages ranged from 19.0 to 40.0 years. Mean PEFR was 524.5±80/min in smokers and 418.4 ± 96/min in non-smokers. Smokers are insignificantly lower than non-smokers. Mean 'TV was 255.8+98 in smokers and 246.4±84 in non-smokers. These results obtained showed an exceptionally increase, instead of a decrease because of the passive smokers who were exposed to cigarettes smoke most of the time while in the midst of heavy smokers but do not smoke themselves. This agreed with the findings that cigarette particles inhaled by smokers and non-smokers settle on their airway epithclia and alveoli and can elicit allergic reactions. Mean 1RV was 401.2±110 in smokers and 402.7±126 in non-smokers. Mean ERV was 323.3±150 in smokers and 424±185 in non-smokers. Mean VC was 908.4±171 in smokers and 914.3±192 in non-smokers. This showed that a non-smoker is likely to have more respiratory volume than a smoker. Mean BM1 was 40.25± 8kg/m2 in smokers and 37.55 ± 5kgm2 in non-smokers. This fact also agreed with the findings that cigarette particles inhaled by smokers and non-smokers settle on their airway epithelia and alveoli thus, can elicit allergic reactions. In comparison, PEFR is lower in smokers than in non- smokers. Thus, smokers have low flow rate when compared with non-smokers. This means that, cigarette smoking has adverse effect on lung volumes.
The Effect of Use of Commercial Probiotics in Feed on Water Quality and Growth Performance of Bawal Fish (Colossoma Macropomum) Bioflok System
Authors: Kamil M. Ihsan , Istyadji Maya , Khairunnisa Yasmine
Published: July 2023

Biofloc consists of special substances called probiotics, where probiotics contain beneficial microorganisms in cultivation activities. Probiotics can be given through feed and water (media). Probiotics can break down metabolic waste and stimulate an immune response so that fish health increases and affects growth. Probiotics have an effect on the growth of ti- lapia, but there is no information for freshwater pomfret. This study aims to determine the ef-fect of probiotic types on biofloc volume, water quality, and fish growth in pomfret culture (Colossoma macropomum) biofloc system. The method used was giving different types of probiotics, treatment A control, B EM4, C Probiotic-7, D Aquaenzym. The results of the re-search showed that the lowest pH of the system was 7.85, namely the pH of the probiotic-7 type. The mean floc growth measurement results for treatment A was 12.93, treatment B was 17.54, treatment C was 17.59, treatment D was 15.98. Aquaenzym probiotic has a fish surviv-al rate of 100% compared to other probiotics. The type of probiotic that has the best results in increasing the growth performance of freshwater pomfret (Colossoma macropomum) is probiotic-7.
A Study on the Role of Financial Services in the Financial Inclusion of Farmers
Authors: R Nithyashree, , Vallabhaneni Mounica
Published: July 2023

Financial inclusion is an effort to give access and make sure that the usage of financial services by underserved population. Formers financial inclusion is very important for increasing the standard of living and it’s an important tool for empowerment of farmers. There are many financial services which are available exclusively to farmers Like KCC, PMFBY, Crop Loan etc. but the usage of those services is not satisfactory among the farmers. In this paper, we are analyzing whether the financial services to farmers are influencing the financial inclusion of famers. The primary data is collected from 160 farmers and data is analyzed by using various statistical techniques like correlation, parametric test by using statistical software called SPSS and MS Excel. The study reveals that the digital financial services are increasing the financial inclusion among farmers and there is lack of awareness about most of the financial services available to the farmers.
Effects of Soya Beans and Brown Beans on the Neurobehaviour of Cassava-induced Konzo Disease Rat Model
Authors: Ebelechukwu Okakpu Evangeline , Kingdom David Lekpa , Clement Okoseimiema Sonny
Published: July 2023

Background: Konzo disease is a neurological condition that affects the upper and lower motor neurons. This disease is prevalent in females and youngsters. The effects of soya beans and brown beans on neurobehavioural deficit in Cassava-induced konzo disease rat model were investigated in the present study. Materials and Methods: 30 male wistar rats weighing 200-250g were assigned to Group 1 (Control, n=5). They were fed on animal pellet, whereas Group 2 (Soya and Brown Beans, n=5) was provided Soya and Brown Beans. Bitter cassava flour was provided to Group 3 (cassava induced Konzo, n=15). Protein (Soya and Brown Beans) and bitter cassava flour were supplied to Group 4 (protein treatment group, n=5). Neurobehavioural paradigms (Forelimb grip strength and gait test) were carried out to assess the effect of cyanogenic bitter cassava on motor coordination. Result and Discussion: Forelimb grip strength test showed significant decrease in the grip strength in Cassava group compared to Control and Protein(Soya and Brown Beans) group (p<0.01). It was observed that there was significant increase in grip strength test in the Cassava+ Protein (Soya beans and Brown Beans) when compared to Cassava group (p<0.05). Gait test showed significant decrease in the stance, stride and sway length of Cassava group when compared to the Control and Protein (Soya and Brown Beans) group (p<0.01). However, Cassava+ Protein group had a significant increase in stance, stride and sway length when compare to Cassava group (p<0.05). Conclusions: This study has provided a reference data on the ameliorative effects of Soya beans and Brown Beans on the neurobehavior of Cassava induced Konzo disease rat model. The ameliorative effects may be as a result of the presence of flavonoids and tannins in the brown beans and soya beans. This study will be useful to the Anatomists and Neuroscientist.
Analysis of Information Technology and Agility Implementation on the Performance of the State Civil Apparatus with Organizational Learning as Intervening Variables
Authors: Praponco Noviardi Titis , Sugiyarti Gita , Widayati Tri
Published: July 2023

The new normal order of life after the coronavirus/covid-19 pandemic requires changes in government procedures that were previously carried out conventionally/analogously to digital. The state's civil apparatus has undoubtedly been impacted by the age of disruption. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to examine how organizational learning is impacted by the implementation of information technology and agility, as well as how the state's civil service performs as a result of these factors. Using SmartPLS 3.3 as a research methodology for quantitative analysis. The research sample is 100 respondents. Conclusions of the study: Information technology implementation has a significant positive impact on organizational learning, agility has a significant positive impact on organizational learning, information technology implementation has a significant positive impact on state civil servants' performance, and organizational learning has a significant positive impact on performance state civil service.
Effect of Money Market Operations on Industrial Productivity in Nigeria
Authors: Okere Wisdom , Okonkwo Okonkwo , Jude Jisike , Francis Francis , Chibuike Kelvin , Okoye Okoye , John Nonso
Published: July 2023

Nigeria's industrial zone is often seen as an instrument of economic development, and the financial sector is frequently seen as the fuel that accelerates the growth of that sector. These two areas are bound to interact in a way that benefits both. To that end, this study evaluated the impact of money market activities on industrial production in Nigeria. Quantitative data (time series data) was sourced from the Central Bank of Nigeria's statistics bulletin in 2021. The findings discovered that the interest rate was a highly predictive and negative factor for industrial sector production in Nigeria, but had little to no influence on production directly. But there exists a strong positive correlation amid the money supply and industrial production in Nigeria. Findings suggest that money market interest rates should be decreased and maintained by regulatory bodies at current levels. It is the job of the central bank to make sure there is always enough cash on hand for productive endeavours.
Program Evaluation: Nursing Informatics Structured Training Program
Authors: Yasin Ali M. Al , Shehah Abdulmajeed Al , Cherian Shini , Aitchison Margaret Elizabeth
Published: July 2023

In today’s healthcare system, informatics has become an essential part of the infrastructure to improve access to health information, make patient care safer, decrease health care costs, and improve outcomes. The evaluation of these services is an important component of these programs and health professionals should have the requisite knowledge, confidence, and skills to evaluate the impact of the services they provide. However, Nursing staff are seldom adequately prepared by their training or work experience to do this well. In this article the researchers provide a suitable framework and guidance to enable nursing staff to appropriately undertake useful program evaluation. We introduced and discussed Program Evaluation and provided guidelines for its implementation. The framework presented distinguishes program evaluation from research and encourages nursing staff to apply an evaluative judgment, in order that value the merit, worth, and significance of programs can be made. Examples from our evaluation practice are drawn on to illustrate how program evaluation can be used across the Nursing care scope.
The Position Statement on Reducing Emergency Department Congestion at Security Forces Hospital, Riyadh
Authors: Yasin Ali M. Al , Shehah Abdulmajeed Al
Published: July 2023

A position statement is a written statement from an organization that discusses a current clinical problem. That suggests an established and agreed upon approach to this problem by the organization. Position statement synthesizes newly available information and reinforces best nursing practices and give detailed policy or guidelines for practice. The main aim of this paper is to reducing Emergency Department Congestion. In this Position statement published by the researchers will benefit the health care community, in general with the help of inspiring practice improvement and up to date clinical care.
Kearifan Lokal: Fenomena Pengobatan Supranatural dalam Perspektif Kemashalatan
Authors: Endriza Firja , Habibi Siregar Muhammad
Published: July 2023

The phenomenon of relatively expensive health services that cannot be afforded by everyone, especially those with a low standard of living, has caused some people to choose alternative medical routes that are easier and more cost-effective. This study aims to find out the reasons why people still use supernatural healing. The research method is to use a research method through a qualitative descriptive method in which the author conducts interviews and analyzes any developments related to these problems. The results of this study indicate that people's perceptions of supernatural healing originate from a form of belief in the strange diseases they experience. There are several factors that become reasons for doing supernatural healing, namely; medical expenses, personal experience, simple methods and fast recovery.
الإندماج في المصارف الإسلامية من منظور قانوني وشرعي ومالي
Authors: الحامد شروق
Published: July 2023

يهدف البحث إلى بيان مفهوم الاندماج من الجانب القانوني والفقهي والمالي للمصارف الإسلامية، وكيف تكون المصارف الإسلامية أحد أطراف الاندماج، وما الإجراءات القانونية والمالية التي يتم اتباعها للقيام بذلك مع مراعاة الالتزام بالأحكام الفقهية لضمان عدم التعدي على حق أي طرف من الأطراف، وإتمام العملية بنجاح، وتحقيق الأهداف المنشودة منها دون الوقوع بالخسارة أو المخاطر الأخرى، وعدم مخالفة التشريعات والقوانين الناظمة لهذا النشاط. واتبعت الباحثتان المنهج الوصفي التحليلي بالاعتماد على الدراسات السابقة التي تحدثت عن الاندماج. وتوصل البحث إلى أن الاندماج من أفضل الوسائل التي تتبعها الشركات والمصارف لاسيما الإسلامية منها في الوصول إلى تكتلات اقتصادية ضخمة ذات قوة تنافسية فعالة وملائة مالية تجعلها قادرة على مواجهة كل الصعوبات التي قد تشكل خطرا على استمراريتها ونجاحها، وأن الاندماج يحتاج لتنظيم قانوني أكثر لأحكام الاندماج وإجراءاته وآثاره خاصة الآثار التي تمس من هم خارج إطار المصارف المندمجة كالدائنين والمدينين مثلا، وكيف الفقهاء عقد الاندماج على أنه نوع من التقايل( تراضي طرفي العقد على إلغائه بعد إبرامه ); حيث يمكننا اعتبار الاتفاق على دمج الشركة هو موافقة على حلها وانقضائها، وهذا ما يتم تكييفه على حالة اندماج المصارف الإسلامية. وأوصى البحث بتوعية المصارف الإسلامية والمؤسسات المالية ذات النشاط الإسلامي وخاصة الضعيفة منها بمدى فاعلية الاندماج والآثار الإيجابية له، وأن تقوم السلطات بتوفير الظروف التي تساهم في نجاح اندماج المصارف الإسلامية.
الكلمات المفتاحية: الاندماج، الجانب القانوني، الجانب الشرعي، الجانب المالي
Manejo cirúrgico de pacientes traumatizados por lesões elétricas: uma abordagem da fase aguda do trauma elétrico
Authors: Frazão Luiz Felipe Neves , El Husseini Hanin , Gibbon Oliveira Maria Eduarda , De Paiva Lemos Eduarda , Soares Vieira Carolina Sharon Borges , De Gouvea Franco Reis , Rodrigues Rodrigo da Costa , De Almeida Rafael Maia , De Melo Deyvisson Luís Malta , Barbosa Davi Carvalho , Braz Rafael Nery , Araújo Juliana da Luz , Monteiro Vanessa Borges , Dos Santos Adelcio Machado
Published: July 2023

Objetivo desse estudo é desmontar, por meio de artigos científicos e exposição governamentais, os principais conceitos que tangem a lesão por choque elétrico. E como objetivos secundários, abordar uma perspectiva de tratamento adequado nesse cenário e etapas cirúrgicas do manejo de pacientes traumatizados por choque elétrico. Foi realizada uma profunda pesquisa de artigos nas bases de dados Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) e PubMed, com os seguintes Descritores em Ciências daSaúde(DeCS):Queimaduraselétricas; Choque; Desbridamento; Hidratação; Amputação. Foram selecionados artigos entre os períodos de 2000 a 2023, no idioma Português, para ampliar o nível de relevância e a qualidade da revisão, visto a escassez de estudos científicos sobre a temática. Conclui-se com a análise desses estudos que, a intervenção médica precoce de um trauma elétrico é essencial. O manejo correto, antes dos 15 dias, pode corroborar positivamente com as taxas de sobrevida desses pacientes, evitando possíveis complicações. Contudo, a proporção do acidente pode afetar a conduta médica, representando um problema para os pacientes, atribuindo maiores sintomas.
A group art therapy intervention model to address mental health stigma in a rural community in South Africa
Authors: Schoeman Kara
Published: July 2023

Mental health stigma is one of the main reasons why individuals do not seek mental health treatment, and it can lead to discrimination and alienation. Group art therapy is a successful and economical intervention option to address mental health stigma, specifically in rural areas like Phuthaditjhaba in South Africa. This article refers to a research study where a short-duration art therapy intervention was implemented with female students in Phuthaditjhaba, a densely populated and isolated rural area in South Africa. Using a reflective action research cycle the study found that a group art therapy intervention informs the group members of mental health stigma, its repercussions, how to prevent it, and how to heal from experienced stigma. Traditional healing objects and traditions were included in the intervention, making it an inclusive and less-threatening option for different cultures. A group art therapy intervention model is presented to serve as a possible process guide for art therapists who would like to address mental health stigma in group therapy. The participants have experienced mental health stigma in Phuthaditjhaba. Their visual stories of change capture the internal changes that took place for them as a result of the intervention. They are now more aware of what stigma is, it’s repercussions, how to prevent it and how to heal from experienced stigma. Group art therapy is a suitable therapeutic paradigm for addressing mental health stigma in rural areas of South Africa.
Finding a voice: Art therapy as a path to disclosure – a South African perspective
Authors: Manana Gugulethu Pearl
Published: July 2023

This article examines the use of art therapy for facilitating disclosure among those who have experienced childhood sexual abuse (CSA) in South Africa. Disclosure of CSA is a difficult and complex process, and traditional therapeutic approaches are not always effective. Traditional talk therapy approaches in South Africa are often hampered by cultural barriers, a lack of knowledge and resources, and a tendency to view disclosure as a once-off event rather than a process. Art therapy can provide a safe and non-threatening space for survivors to express their emotions, communicate their experiences, and process the complex feelings associated with CSA. This study sheds light on the mechanisms of change in art therapy and is a valuable resource for mental health professionals working with survivors of CSA and researchers interested in the potential of art therapy as a therapeutic intervention. This article argues that art therapy can be a powerful tool to help CSA survivors find their voice to disclose and initiate the healing process.
The contribution of art therapy to literacy in diverse and stressed communities in inner city Johannesburg: Case vignettes from the Uhambo literacy programme
Authors: Shand Kate
Published: July 2023

This article is about the Uhambo literacy programme and the application of multimodal pedagogies in an art therapy ‘open studio’ after-school programme. Low literacy levels were identified by Lefika La Phodiso Community Art Counselling and Training (Lefika) – an arts therapy organisation serving at-risk children from Johannesburg’s inner city, as well as other communities through the application of community art counsellors after their training. A literacy programme, Uhambo, was developed to support the aim of improving literacy among the children attending Lefika’s after-school programme. Lefika’s open studio provides a therapeutic and safe space for children from Johannesburg’s inner city. The Uhambo programme incorporates elements of the open studio, offering a focused integration of visual and verbal literacy. The two presented case vignettes from the programme explore how the groups were both therapeutic and educational, addressing emotional growth and improved literacy and learning using attachment theories and storytelling as frameworks. Drawing on attachment theories in psychodynamic literature, the article shows how adaptive art therapy programmes can give children agency to make meaning, increase confidence and pleasure in their artmaking and storytelling as well as improving learning outcomes, building resilience and creativity.
Editorial
Authors: Berman Kim
Published: July 2023

The pending graduation of the ten pioneering South African art therapists from the Department of Visual Art (DOVA) at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a case for celebration and a long-nurtured dream for many involved in this training. I am not an art therapist and am not familiar enough with the field of practice and literature. I consider myself an artist, art activist, and educator. As the professor in charge of postgraduate studies in our department, as well as a fierce advocate for enhancing arts education for social impact, I found myself holding and facilitating the first visual art therapy training in South Africa, which is also, as I understand, a first for the continent.
Como Eu Faço o Ecocardiograma na Anemia Falciforme
Authors: Braga João Carlos Moron Saes , Guimarães Fábio Villaça , Rodrigues Alexandre , Barreto Raphael Aparecido
Published: July 2023

A doença falciforme (DF) notabiliza-se como problema global de saúde pública, caracterizando-se pela mudança da hemácia para a forma de foice, além da anemia crônica verifica-se alteração da reologia dos glóbulos vermelhos, ocasionando um cenário deinflamação e estresse oxidativo, fazendo da DF uma enfermidade multissistêmica. O débito cardíaco (DC) encontra-se elevado, acarretando aumento das câmaras cardíacas globalmente e hipertrofia miocárdica tipo excêntrica. Essas alterações cardíacas eram atribuídas apenas a reações adaptativas ao estado anêmico crônico. Estudos recentes reconhecem de maneira patente aassociação com hipertensão pulmonar (HP), disfunção diastólica do ventrículo esquerdo, arritmias e morte súbita; e, nesse contexto, surge recentemente a hipótese da existência de uma cardiomiopatia falcêmica, caracterizada por disfunção diastólica e fisiologia restritiva. O ecocardiograma configura como instrumento fundamental na determinação dos volumes cavitários, da função diastólica e da estimativa da pressão pulmonar, e constitui recurso valioso no diagnóstico e na condução terapêutica na síndrome torácica aguda. A utilização do strain miocárdico, as variáveis rotacionais, o trabalho miocárdico e a ecocardiografia 3D podem ser utilizados na tentativa de auxiliar a identificação precoce dos pacientes que estão sob maior risco de desenvolverem complicações e morte relacionada à DF.
Coração em Criss-Cross: Um Relato de Caso
Authors: Potratz Mateus Oliveira , Garbo Lorrayne Zonatele , Pessimilio Kamila Pompermaier , Loss André Silveira , Ambrozim Crislane Belisario , Lima Ana Luiza Teixeira Albert , Rocha Danielle Lopes
Published: July 2023

Coração em criss-cross (ou coração entrecruzado) foi descrito pela primeira vez em 1974. Trata-se de uma malformação cardíaca congênita, rara, ocorrendo 8 casos a cada 1.000.000 de crianças, e representando somente 0,1% das malformações congênitas. Os métodos diagnósticos de escolha são o ecocardiograma transtorácico, a ressonância magnética cardíaca (RMC), a angiotomografia (TC) e, eventualmente, o cateterismo cardíaco. Neste relato, descreve-se o caso de um recém-nascido com coração em criss-cross somado à dupla via de saída do ventrículo direito (VD), com vasos mal posicionados, além de comunicação interatrial (CIA), comunicação interventricular (CIV), displasia de valva tricúspide e veia cava superior esquerda persistente. Não se sabe a etiologia exata dessa malformação, mas parece ocorrer pela rotação dos ventrículos em seu eixo longitudinal, não acompanhada das rotações atrial e das valvas atrioventriculares (AV). Esse movimento produz uma alteração das vias de entrada dos ventrículos, determinando que o VD se posicione em plano superior e o esquerdo em plano inferior. Apesar de ainda não se saber a exata causa dessa anomalia, acredita-se que uma alteração genética possa estar levando a esses casos: a mutação do gene Cx43. O diagnóstico do caso em questão foi dado pela ecocardiografia transtorácica e da TC de aorta e artérias pulmonares, que mostraram, além do criss-cross, outras alterações, como dupla via de saída do VD, CIA e CIV amplas.
Machine learning approaches to determining truck type from bridge loading response
Authors: Wang Yueren , Flood Ian
Published: July 2023

The paper is concerned with the development and comparison of alternative machine learning methods of determining the type of truck crossing a bridge from the dynamic response it induces within the bridge structure, the so-called weigh-in-motion problem. Weigh-in-motion is a rich engineering problem presenting many challenges for current machine learning technologies, and for this reason is proposed as a benchmark for guiding and assessing advances in the application of this field of artificial intelligence. A review is first provided of existing methods of determining truck types and loading attributes using both machine learning and heuristic search techniques. The most promising approach to date, that of artificial neural networks, is then compared to support vector machines in a comprehensive study considering a range of configurations of both modeling techniques. A local scatter point smoothing schema is adopted as a means of selecting an optimal set of design parameters for each model type. Three main model formats are considered: (i) a monolithic model structure with a one-versus-all truck type classification strategy; (ii) an array of sub-models each dedicated to one truck type with a one-versus-all classification strategy; and (iii) an array of sub-models each dedicated to selecting between pairs of trucks in a one-versus-one classification strategy. Overall, the formats that used an array of sub-models performed best at truck classification, with the support vector machines having a slight edge over the artificial neural networks. The paper concludes with some suggestions for extending the work to a broader scope of problems.