bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Determinants of public institutional births in India: An analysis using the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) factsheet data
Authors: Kar Rohan , Wasnik Anurag Piyamrao
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:

Institutional births ensure deliveries happen under the supervision of skilled healthcare personnel in an enabling environment. For countries like India, with high neonatal and maternal mortalities, achieving 100% coverage of institutional births is a top policy priority. In this respect, public health institutions have a key role, given that they remain the preferred choice by most of the population, owing to the existing barriers to healthcare access. While research in this domain has focused on private health institutions, there are limited studies, especially in the Indian context, that look at the enablers of institutional births in public health facilities. In this study, we look to identify the significant predictors of institutional birth in public health facilities in India.

Method:

We rely on the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) factsheet data for analysis. Our dependent variable (DV) in this study is the % of institutional births in public health facilities. We first use Welch’s t-test to determine if there is any significant difference between urban and rural areas in terms of the DV. We then use multiple linear regression and partial F-test to identify the best-fit model that predicts the variation in the DV. We generate two models in this study and use Akaike’s Information Criterion (AIC) and adjusted R2 values to identify the best-fit model.

Results:

We find no significant difference between urban and rural areas (P = 0.02, α =0.05) regarding the mean % of institutional births in public health facilities. The best-fit model is an interaction model with a moderate effect size (Adjusted R2 = 0.35) and an AIC of 179.93, lower than the competitive model (AIC = 183.56). We find household health insurance (β = -0.29) and homebirth conducted under the supervision of skilled healthcare personnel (β = -0.56) to be significant predictors of institutional births in public facilities in India. Additionally, we observe low body mass index (BMI) and obesity to have a synergistic impact on the DV. Our findings show that the interaction between low BMI and obesity has a strong negative influence (β = -0.61) on institutional births in public health facilities in India.

Conclusion:

Providing households with health insurance coverage may not improve the utilisation of public health facilities for deliveries in India, where other barriers to public healthcare access exist. Therefore, it is important to look at interventions that minimise the existing barriers to access. While the ultimate objective from a policy perspective should be achieving 100% coverage of institutional births in the long run, a short-term strategy makes sense in the Indian context, especially to manage the complications arising during births outside an institutional setting.
‘Consociatio vita minabatur procursus’: Citrobacter freundii outbreak causing periculosus neonatal septicaemia in neonatal intensive care unit of tertiary care hospital
Authors: Jindal Sonal , Agarwal Karvi
Published: April 2024

Background:

Citrobacter freundii is a common cause of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) outbreaks, causing high morbidity and mortality as a hospital-acquired pathogen. This is the first study from our geographic region, which makes it of utmost importance for spreading awareness about this unusual pathogen amongst healthcare settings.

Aim:

Investigating an outbreak caused by C. freundii in the NICU of a tertiary care hospital.

Settings and Design:

During the month of May 2023, an outbreak of C. freundii causing neonatal septicaemia was suspected in the NICU of a tertiary care hospital in Western Uttar Pradesh. The outbreak was investigated and surveillance conducted by the hospital infection control (HIC) team, to find a source of the infection by root cause analysis (RCA), to study clinical profiles and outcomes, to determine their antimicrobial susceptibility pattern, to take corrective action preventive action (CAPA).

Materials and Methods:

A total of 132 blood samples were tested for blood culture and sensitivity using the BD FX40 system. Positive flagged bottles were processed for Gram stain and sub-cultured on 5% sheep blood agar and MacConkey’s agar media plates. Final bacterial identification and antibiotic susceptibility were done with an automated BD-Phoenix M-50 system.

Results:

C. freundii with similar antimicrobial susceptibility was identified in seven neonates, contributing to a major percentage of neonatal blood culture positivity of 13.7%, out of a total positivity rate of 38.63%. The mortality rate of this outbreak was 28.57%. The HIC team investigates this outbreak for CAPA and RCA. On environmental surveillance, C. freundii was isolated from infant incubators, dressing trolleys, and laryngoscope blades of the NICU.

Discussion:

C. freundii association in Blood culture from critical areas patients is life-threatening ‘Consociatio Vita Minabatur Procursus’. Direct access to the bloodstream causing neonatal septicaemia in a short time is a concern for its potential severity, making it as ‘Periculosus Pathogen’. Laboratory automation and implementation of strict infection control strategies in critical areas can improve clinical outcomes and prevent future outbreaks.
The role of intraoperative neuromonitoring of facial nerve in microsurgical excision of vestibular schwannomas
Authors: Mahallawy Magdy A , Farid Ashraf M , Balaha Ahmed M , Nomeir Ahmed M
Published: April 2024

Background

Preserving the function of facial nerve (FN) is an important objective of cerebellopontine angle tumor excision. FN paresis and paralysis possibly happen postoperatively, in particular for vestibular schwannoma (VS) excision, despite efforts to prevent injury and preserve anatomic integrity of the FN during dissection.

Aim

Evaluation of the role of neuromonitoring of FN in microsurgical resection of VSs and its impact on FN function preservation and quality of life.

Patients and methods

This trial was conducted on 22 patients with VS in the period from February 2018 to February 2020. All patients had undergone VS microsurgical excision in the Neurosurgery Department, Tanta University Hospitals.

Results

According to House-Brackmann grading scale, the functions of FN postoperatively were grade I in 16 patients (72.6%), grade III in three patients (13.6%), grade IV in two patients (9%), and grade V in one patient (4.7%). So, House-Brackmann grading scale II to VI means preservation less than 100%, which was achieved in six patients (27.3%).

Conclusion

Intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring plays an essential step in modern skull base surgery generally and in VS surgery specifically. FN electromyography does not only help localize and identify the anatomy of FN but as well keep FN integrity of function and can be helpful in the prediction of its postoperative functional outcome.
MRI with diffusion-weighted imaging in staging and restaging of cancer rectum
Authors: Baioumy Aya M S , Ismael Mohamed A Y , Alm El-Din Mohamed A E , Dawoud Mohammed M
Published: April 2024

Background

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has emerged as one of the most reliable noninvasive methods for staging rectal carcinoma, due to its ability to precisely delineate rectal tumors.

Aim

The aim of this study is to assess role of diffusion-weighted (DW) imaging in primary staging and restaging of locally advanced rectal cancers.

Patients and methods

40 cases with rectal cancer were included in the research referred to the Radio diagnosis department throughout the period from December 2018 to March 2022. Pelvic MRI with DW imaging was done for all cases.

Results

According to this studies adding DW imaging to conventional MRI among group I (patients with resectable rectal cancer) increased the diagnostic accuracy to 93.6%, sensitivity to 91%, and specificity to 100%. In group II (patients with locally advanced rectal carcinoma) there was significant increase in the diagnostic accuracy to 83.6%, giving also high negative predictive value as we were able to differentiate between complete responder and nonresponder. Furthermore, the diagnostic accuracy in the evaluation of the mesorectal fascia involvement was much improved after the addition of DW imaging.

Conclusion

DW imaging yields better diagnostic accuracy than using conventional MR imaging alone in initial staging and restaging of cases with locally advanced rectal cancer.
Ultrasonic evaluation of transverse cerebellar diameter and vermian anteroposterior diameter in detecting fetal age among pregnant Egyptian women
Authors: Abdelrahman Hala K M , Elsaidy Mohamed A , Aboelgoud Morsy A , Emam Mostafa H H , Ibrahim Sara
Published: April 2024

Background

Accurate dating of pregnancy is critically important for pregnancy follow-up from the first trimester to delivery and is particularly necessary for determining viability in premature and postdate deliveries.

Aim

The aim of the present study was to determine the accuracy of fetal transverse cerebellar diameter (TCD) and vermian anteroposterior diameter as ultrasonographic parameters for the prediction of fetal age.

Patients and methods

Five hundred and twenty normal pregnant women were examined for the TCD depending on the fetal age of their fetuses from 14 to 38 weeks. Four hundred and sixty normal pregnant women out of the previous were examined for vermian anteroposterior diameter from 18 to 38 weeks. The data analyzed by SPSS were used to calculate mean±SD for quantitative variables. Percentiles 5th, 50th and 95th, Pearson correlation and polynomial regression were also used.

Results

The mean TCD increased from 13.63 mm at 14th week to 53.68 mm at 38th week of gestation. There was high degree of correlation between TCD and fetal age. The mean vermian anteroposterior diameter increased from 8.78 mm at 18th week to 26.68 mm at 38th week of gestation. There was a linear correlation between vermian anteroposterior diameter and fetal age. There was linear correlation between TCD and vermian anteroposterior diameter.

Conclusion

It could be concluded that the TCD and vermian anteroposterior diameter are reliable parameters for the determination of fetal age in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy.
The effect of type 2 diabetes mellitus on spontaneous bacterial peritonitis among patients with decompensated liver cirrhosis
Authors: Shaira Marwa M , El-Bedewy Mohamed M , Hazzaa Sahar M El-Din , Shalaby Khaled H
Published: April 2024

Background

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a common comorbidity among liver cirrhosis cases. However, there are few data indicating the effect of DM on spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP).

Aim

To evaluate the effect of DM and glycosylated hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) values on the prevalence of SBP in cases with liver cirrhosis and ascites.

Patients and methods

A total of 120 cases with liver cirrhosis and ascites were evaluated. The presence of DM and HbA1c was measured at the time of the first paracentesis. Cases were followed for 1 year. SBP development was the primary outcome.

Results

During follow-up, DM cases had an elevated chance of developing SBP [hazard ratio (HR): 1.767; P=0.026]. Cases with HbA1c values more than or equal to 8.5% had a greater risk for development SBP within 90 days than DM cases with values less than 8.5% (HR: 1.478; P=0.271). Cases with HbA1c values more than or equal to 8.5% had a greater chance of getting SBP within 90 days than non-DM cases (HR: 1.738; P=0.119). DM cases with HbA1c values less than 8.5% had an increased chance of having SBP within 90 days than non-DM cases (HR: 1.188; P=0.687).

Conclusions

Cases with both liver cirrhosis and T2DM have an increased chance of developing SBP. HbA1c readings may be beneficial for stratifying the risk of SBP among DM cases, hence identifying individuals who might benefit from antibiotic prophylaxis.
Implementation of the First In First Out (FIFO) Algorithm in the Sandal and Shoe Product Inventory (Stock) Application
Authors: Sadiah Halimah Tus , Purnama Delta Hadi , Ishlah Muhamad Saad Nurul
Published: April 2024

This study addresses the optimization of inventory management for sandal and shoe products, at CV Diva Karya Mandiri Warehouse, which covers of five key features: a dashboard, master data management, transaction data, reporting, and user management. The First In First Out (FIFO) algorithm is specifically applied to the transaction feature, ensuring timely disbursement in line with the order of receipt. It is implemented using Rapid Application Development (RAD) methodology, which consists of Planning Requirements, User Design, Construction, and Cutover phases. The developed inventory application offers two access levels: administrators with comprehensive access and warehouse managers with limited access for viewing, searching, and filtering item data. This study successfully implementing the FIFO algorithm, with 95% Blackbox testing result achieved through boundary value analysis approach.Top of Form
Sorunlu Kredilere Etki Eden Faktörler: Farklı Gelişmişlik Düzeyindeki Ülkeler Üzerine Bir Araştırma
Authors: Bekereci Nur Esra , Kısakürek Mustafa , Ayrıçay Yücel
Published: April 2024

Sorunlu kredilerin tutarı bankaların sağlıklı bilanço yapısı için risk oluşturlar. Söz konusu krediler bankaların
kârlılığını düşürür, sermaye tabanlarını tüketir, likiditeyi negatif etkiler, aktif-pasif dengesini bozar bunun gibi
daha birçok olumsuzluğa sebep olabilir. Bu anlamda kredi riskinin etkin şekilde izlenmesi ve değerlendirilmesi
başta bankaların finansal sağlamlığı ve ekonominin istikrarı açısından oldukça önemlidir. Alan yazında söz
konusu kredileri etkileyen unsurların daha çok makroekonomik ve sektöre özgü faktörlerden meydana geldiği
gözlemlenmektedir. Bu perspektifle sorunlu kredileri etkileyen unsurların araştırılması çalışmanın temel gayesini
oluşturmaktadır. Çalışmada sorunlu krediler ile belirleyicileri arasındaki ilişkinin farklı gelişmişlik düzeyindeki 59
ülke açısından incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Söz konusu belirleyicilerin ülkelerin gelir seviyelerine göre değişip
değişmediğinin değerlendirmesi dışında 2008 küresel krizinin sorunlu kredileri nasıl etkilediği araştırılmıştır.
Bu bağlamda yüksek, üst-orta ve alt-orta gelirli ülkeler grubunun 2001-2020 yıllarını kapsayan 20 yıllık verileri
kullanılmıştır. Dinamik panel veri yöntemlerinden Genelleştirilmiş Momentler Metodu (GMM) tahmincisinin
kullanıldığı çalışmada makroekonomik faktörlerin sektöre özgü faktörlere göre ülke grupları açısından aktif
kalitesini bozmada daha etkili olduğu saptanmıştır. Gayri safi yurtiçi hâsıla (GSYİH), küresel kriz ve sorunlu
kredilerin kalıcılığı, yüksek, üst-orta ve alt-orta ekonomilerde genel anlamda takipteki kredilerin en etkili tahmin
edicileri olmuştur. Bu anlamda tüm ülke gruplarında kalıcılık gösteren sorunlu krediler oranının beklenildiği
gibi düşük gelirli ülkelerde daha yüksek bulunduğu kaydedilmiştir. Ayrıca kriz dönemlerinde sorunlu kredilerin,
yüksek gelirli ülkelere nispeten gelir düzeyi düşük ülkelerde problem teşkil ettiği, büyümenin ise gelir grubu
yüksek ülkelerde diğer makroekonomik değişkenlerle karşılaştırıldığında sorunlu kredileri azaltmada temel
itici güç olduğu gözlemlenmiştir. Kısaca farklı gelişmişlik düzeyindeki ekonomilerde kredi riskini etkileyen
makroekonomik ve sektöre özgü faktörlerin refah seviyesine göre farklılık gösterdiği keşfedilmiştir.
Bankaların Döviz Türevi Kullanımını Etkileyen Faktörler
Authors: Coşkun Aynur , Gürbüz Ali Osman
Published: April 2024

Bankalar, türev ürünlerin en büyük kullanıcılarıdır ve bankaların türev ürün kullanım kararlarını
etkileyen karmaşık faktörlerin incelenmesi önemlidir. Ancak mevcut literatürde gelişmiş ve gelişmekte
olan ülkelerdeki bankaların döviz türevi kullanımını etkileyen faktörlerin karşılaştırmalı analizlerine
rastlanmamıştır. Bu alandaki boşluğu doldurmak amacıyla gelişmekte olan ve gelişmiş ülkelerde
faaliyet gösteren bankaların döviz türevi kullanımını inceleyen bir çalışma yapılmıştır. Çalışmada,
21 gelişmiş ülkedeki 104 banka ve 12 gelişmekte olan ülkedeki 41 bankanın, 2010-2020 yılları
arasındaki bankacılık ve makroekonomik verileri panel veri analiziyle incelenmiştir. Analiz dönemi,
veriye ulaşımın kısıtlı olması nedeniyle 2010-2020 arasında sınırlı kalmıştır. Sonuçlar, gelişmiş ve
gelişmekte olan ülkelerde, faiz oranları ve banka büyüklüğünün döviz türevi kullanımı ile pozitif ilişkili
olduğunu göstermektedir. Gelişmekte olan ülkelerde kur ve krediler, döviz türevi kullanımıyla pozitif
ilişkilidir. Ancak, gelişmiş ülkelerde mevduat büyüklüğünün artması döviz türevi kullanımını artırırken,
gelişmekte olan ülkelerde azaltmaktadır. Öz kaynakların artması gelişmiş ülkelerde döviz türevi
kullanımını azaltırken, finansal kurumlar endeksinin yükselmesi döviz türevi kullanımını artırmaktadır.
Antropologia e Educação Patrimonial em comunidade ribeirinha atingida por barragem
Authors: Givanilton de Araújo Barbosa
Published: April 2024

O presente estudo analisa a proposta de Educação Patrimonial em comunidade atingida por barragem. Revisa seus objetivos geral e específicos como o reaver o patrimônio cultural material e imaterial, do estudo dos fundamentos e princípios da Educação Patrimonial em sala de aula e como se deu o levantamento de fotografias antigas. Já a metodologia se amparou na revisão bibliográfica e da sistematização dos resultados da proposta, de observação da relação escola e comunidade e de oficinas em sala de aula. Como resultados levantaram-se um conjunto de imagens e de seu estudo minucioso, de identificação do Patrimônio Cultural com apoio da comunidade escolar, apresentação da Educação Patrimonial e suas contribuições por meio de oficinas consecutivas.  Por fim, a experiência de Educação Patrimonial em sala de aula se revelou enriquecedora, pois aproximou a Universidade e Comunidade no fortalecimento de vínculos e da identidade local, vindo a contribuir para o exercício do Patrimônio-Cidadania.
Clinical case of management of a patient with Duchenne muscular dystrophy caused by deletion of exons 50–52 of the DMD gene against the background of pathogenetic therapy with viltolarsen
Authors: Kuzenkova Lyudmila M. , Podkletnova Tatyana V. , Uvakina Evgenia V. , Popovich Sofia G. , Andreenko Nataliya V.
Published: April 2024

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is the most common lumbar-limb muscular dystrophy with an X-linked recessive type of inheritance. It is characterized by a debut at an early age, rapidly progressive atrophy of the striated musculature of the limbs, trunk, heart muscle, which leads to loss of motor skills, severe cardiovascular and respiratory complications.
Currently, a number of new drugs have appeared for the pathogenic therapy of MDD, the effectiveness of which is the most during its early initiation in the ambulatory stage of the disease. One of the new methods of MDD treatment is antisense oligonucleotide therapy. The application of this type of therapy is possible for certain mutations in the DMD gene and is recommended immediately after diagnosis. At the moment, the duration of this method of treatment in the Russian Federation is only a few years.
In our article we discuss a clinical case of the study of a patient suffering from Duchenne muscular dystrophy caused by the deletion of 50–52 exons in the DMD gene, who is on therapy with steroids and Viltolarsen.
A special feature of the case is the late application of Viltolarsen from the age of 9 years. The results of the observation demonstrate a significant effect in stabilization of motor skills, of the functioning of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, which gives a chance to slow down the course of the disease, improve the quality of life and increase its duration, even taking into account the late initiation of pathogenic therapy.
Transhumanism Daily
Authors: Yuan Mingqing Sally
Published: April 2024

Augmentation in many forms have always been a part of contemporary society, orthodontics being a personal example.
Volición
Authors: Asfura Caballero Javier Shafick
Published: April 2024

Todos en algún momento hemos cuestionado el libre albedrío, la voluntad de realizar o no algo. En este capítulo, se detalla a profundidad el concepto y marco histórico de la volición, qué experimentos se han realizado y cuáles son los sistemas o procesos fisiológicos y bioquímicos implicados en la toma de decisiones, desde que se origine el pensamiento hasta el accionar de la motoneurona y los músculos implicados. Se hace una mención específica de situaciones en las que se encuentra afectada la voluntad y cómo repercuten en la salud y vida diaria de las personas.
PEMBINAAN PEMBELAJARAN BACA TULIS AL QUR’AN (BTQ) MELALUI METODE QIRO’ATI DI KELURAHAN SUMBER WETAN KOTA PROBOLINGGO
Authors: Tiyas Mutiah Cahyaning , Chomaidah Siti , Sa’diyah Nur Halimatus , Aimmah Agus Nashihul , Prasetiya Benny
Published: April 2024

The development of learning to read and write the Qur'an (BTQ) using the Qiro'ati method in Sumber Wetan Village, Probolinggo City was carried out with research aimed at improving understanding and mastery of reading the Qur'an in elementary school-age children up to teenagers. Data collection methods involve coaching activities, observation, interviews, and documentation. This research uses the Qiro'ati method as a learning approach, with stages of preparation, implementation, and evaluation. This research was carried out through the community service method with a qualitative descriptive approach. The research results show that the Qiro'ati method can help children understand Al-Qur'an reading, master the science of tajwid, and read ghorib readings well. It is hoped that fostering BTQ learning through the Qiro'ati method can provide significant benefits for children in Sumber Wetan Village, Probolinggo City in understanding and applying the teachings of the Koran in everyday life.
Pemberdayaan Ibu-Ibu Pkk Melalui Penyuluhan Dan Pelatihan Pembuatan Hand Sanitizer Di Kelurahan Bumi Kecamatan Laweyan Kota Surakarta
Authors: Hutapea Henny Parida , Sembiring Yulia Shara br
Published: April 2024

Menurut Organisasi Kesehatan Dunia (WHO), mencuci tangan dengan sabun dan air akan membunuh virus yang mungkin ada di tangan Anda. Selain mencuci tangan, WHO juga menyarankan untuk membersihkan tangan dengan hand sanitizer apabila kita dalam perjalanan atau dalam kondisi tertentu dimana susah mendapatkan air bersih yang mengalir. Hand Sanitizer merupakan pembersih tangan yang memiliki kemampuan antibakteri dalam menghambat hingga membunuh bakteri. Saat musim new normal di masa pandemi COVID-19 ini banyak aspek kehidupan masyarakat mengalami perubahan, salah satunya adalah aspek perekonomian Indonesia mengalami penurunan yang sangat tinggi. Masyarakat dibatasi dalam  beraktivitas dikarenakan adanya pandemic Covid-19, dan tingkat penggangguran juga meningkat karena sebagian besar perusahaan melakukan pengurangan karyawan. Oleh karena itu dengan pemberdayaan program- program pelatihan dan praktik suatu produk yang dapat dilakukan dalam skala rumah tangga diharapkan dapat mengembangkan skill masyarakat kelurahan BUMI Kecamatan Laweyan Surakarta mengembangkan UKM. Dengan pengetahuan pembuatan salah satu produk ini mendapat inovasi dan kreatifitas bai ibu- ibu PKK sehingga dapat  menjadi usaha,. Untuk merealisasikan tujuan tersebut, akan dilakukan pelatihan dan praktik pembuatan hand sanitizer bagi ibu- ibu PKK. Sasaran ini adalah ibu-ibu  PKK yang berada di kelurahan Bumi kecamatan Laweyan Surakarta.
Pemberdayaan Ibu Rumah Tangga Desa Ngadirejo Dengan Budidaya Jamur Tiram Di Masa Pandemi Covid 19
Authors: Rachmawatie Srie Juli , Dughita Putri Awaliya , Kusuma Andri Haryono Awalokta , Respati Adib Norma , Hakim Abdul
Published: April 2024

Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk mengenalkan budidaya jamur tiram dan memberdayakan ibu rumah tangga melalui kegiatan budidaya jamur tiram. Metode yang digunakan pada kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah survey dan analisis lokasi, sharing knowledge tentang budidaya jamur tiram, pemberian baglog, dan pendampingan budidaya jamur tiram, pengolahan hasil jamur tiram serta praktek pengemasan. Kegiatan pengabdian dilakukan pada bulan September sampai Desember 2020 di Desa Ngadirejo Kecamatan Kartosuro Kabupaten Sukoharjo. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa ibu rumah tangga di Desa Ngadirejo memiliki kemampuan dalam melakukan budidaya jamur tiram. Ibu rumah tangga ini juga dapat melakukan proses pengolahan jamur tiram menjadi jamur crispi.  Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini menghasilkan luaran yaitu ibu rumah tangga di Desa Nagdirejo mampu melakukan budidaya jamur tiram dan mengilah jamur tiram menjadi jamur crispi.
Pengembangan Potensi Wisata Desa Dayu Kecamatan Gondangrejo Kabupaten Karanganyar Jawa Tengah Menuju Kawasan Desa Wisata Berkelanjutan
Authors: Widagdo Yohanes Martono
Published: April 2024

Dalam upaya mengelola potensi wisata yang dimiliki setiap daerah ataupun pedesaaan, tentunya tidak hanya cukup dengan mengutamakan suatu jenis potensi yang menjadi sumber utama saja, namun juga potensi – potensi lain yang perlu dimunculkan. Dimulai dari pemetaan potensi yang ada hingga pola pengembangan yang berkelanjutan. di daerah tersebut. Kebanyakan dari potensi yang ada selama ini hanya dikelola secara kelompok dan seadanya. Adapun yang menjadi tujuan dari pengabdian membantu mengembangkan potensi – potensi wisata melalui mitra kelompok sadar wisata ( pokdarwis ) Kampung Purba Dayu sehingga mampu meningkatkan taraf kehidupan ekomoni menuju kawasan wisata berkelanjutan . Metode yang digunakan dengan cara melakukan observasi dan wawancara langsung dengan mitra masyarakat yang tergabung dalam kelompok sadar wisata ( pokdarwis ) Kampung Purba Dayu . Selain itu juga melaksanakan berbagai pelatihan – pelatihan yang berpotensi pada pengembangan kawasan wisata sekitar. Dengan melalui program pelatihan yang efektif terkait keragaman potensi wisata yang di miliki desa Dayu kecamatan Gondangrejo, kabupaten Karanganyar melalui mitra masyarakat yang tergabung dalam kelompok sadar wisata ( Pokdarwis ) Kampung Purba Dayu ini mampu menumbuhkembangkan kesadaran serta peran masyarakat dalam upaya mengembangkan potensi – potensi yang ada di sekitar desa Dayu secara bersama – sama. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan kesadaran masyarakat untuk bersinergi antar pengelola potensi wisata yang ada dalam upaya mengembangkan potensi – potensi wisata yang berkelanjutan. Kesimpulan hasil kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah pengembangan potensi wisata dengan sinergisitas antar pelaku wisata yang berkelanjutan mampu meningkatkan potensi wisata menuju kawasan wisata yang berkelanjutan.
Penerapan Strategi Internet of Things (IoT) dalam Memperluas Pemasaran UMKM Konveksi Barokah Putra
Authors: Prasetyo Iwan
Published: April 2024

Pengabdian kepada masyarakat pada Konveksi Barokah Putra bertujuan memperluas pemasaran dengan menggunakan internet, sehingga mampu memaksimalkan penjualan produkpada masa pandemi. Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat adalah penyuluhan dengan melakukan ceramah dan sharing knowledge terhadap mitra mengenai pemanfaatan internet dalam memperluas pemasaran. Pengabdian ini dilakukan pada bulan Oktober 2021 pada Konveksi Barokah Putra Desa Salak Padurenan Kecamatan Gebog Kabupaten Kudus. Dari kegiatan pengabdian ini memiliki hasil dan luaran 1) Mampu meningkatkan dan memperluas penjualan mitra Konveksi Barokah Putra 2) Mampu meningkat keterampilan dan pengetahuan Mitra dalam melakukan penjualan dengan menggunakan internet 3) Mitra mampu menggunakan internet dalam kegiatan pemasaran sehingga memaksimalkan penjualan.
PEMELIHARAAN KESEHATAN PADA KASUS HIPERTENSI DENGAN PEMANFAATAN DAUN KELOR DAN DUKUNGAN KOMUNIKASI KELUARGA
Authors: Trikusumaadi Stefanus Khrismasagung , Widhiyastuti Endang
Published: April 2024

Abstrak: Hipertensi menjadi salah satu penyakit tidak menular yang menjadi prioritas dalam dunia kesehatan secara global.  Kasus di Indonesia, ditemukan bahwa adalah 59,8% penderita hipertensi merasa sudah sehat. Dari angka tersebut,  hanya 54,4% yang minum obat secara rutin, dan 14,5% minum obat tradisional.  Untuk itu pengabdian ini bertujuan meningkatkan pengetahuan peserta tentang hipertensi, penanganan hipertensi secara non farmakologis dengan memanfaatkan daun kelor, dan fungsi keluarga dalam mendukung pemeliharaan kesehatan pada kasus hipertensi.  Dengan metode pendidikan kesehatan, penyuluhan dilakukan terhadap 26 warga Dusun Tembolan, Mancasan, Baki Sukoharjo. Setelah memperoleh pemaparan materi, terjadi peningkatan pengetahuan pada 75% peserta terkait dengan hipertensi, manfaat daun kelor untuk menurunkan tekanan darah, serta dukungan komunikasi keluarga terhadap pemeliharan kesehatan pada kasus hipertensi, Nilai- nilai penting yang didapatkan adalah bahwa terapi terhadap hipertensi bukan hanya dengan pendekatan farmakologis, namun juga non farmakologis, Pemanfaatan daun kelor dapat mendukung terapi obat bagi pasien hipertensi. Lebih dari itu Dukungan keluarga, dalam suatu iklim komunikasi yang kondusif sangat deperlukan untuk efektivitas perawatan.

 

Kata Kunci : Daun Kelor, Hipertensi, Komunikasi Keluarga

 

Abstract:  Hypertension is one of the non-communicable diseases that is a priority in the world of global health.  In Indonesia, it was found that 59.8% of hypertensive patients felt they were healthy. Of this figure, only 54.4% take medicine regularly, and 14.5% take traditional medicine. For this reason, this Community  service aims to increase participants' knowledge about hypertension, non-pharmacological hypertension management by utilizing Moringa leaves, and family functions in supporting health care in cases of hypertension. Using the health education method, counseling was carried out to 26 residents of Dusun Tembolan, Mancasan, Baki Sukoharjo. After receiving the material exposure, there was an increase in knowledge in 75% of participants related to hypertension, the benefits of Moringa leaves for lowering blood pressure, as well as family communication support for health maintenance in cases of hypertension. pharmacological, but also non-pharmacological, the use of Moringa leaves can support drug therapy for hypertensive patients. More than that, family support, in a conducive communication climate, is very necessary for the effectiveness of treatment.

 Keywords: Moringa leaves, hypertension, Family Communication
SOSIALISASI PERAN PENTING PROMOSI DALAM MENINGKATKAN PENJUALAN PADA UKM KEN-MI KONVEKSI BOYOLALI
Authors: Almaidah Siti
Published: April 2024

Promosi adalah sesuatu yang wajib dilakukan oleh sebuah usaha. Karena dengan promosi maka sebuah usaha dapat memberikan informasi mengenai produk yang dihasilkan sehingga konsumen tertarik untuk membeli. Hal ini akan berdampak pula pada peningkatan penjualan dan kapasitas usaha. Mitra dari kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah UKM Ken-Mi Konveksi yang berlokasi di Dukuh Jaten Desa Mojo Kecamatan Andong Kabupaten Boyolali. Adapun tujuan dari kegiatan ini adalah memberikan pengetahuan dan pemahaman kepada UKM Ken-Mi mengenai peran penting promosi dalam meningkatkan penjualan. Metode pelaksanaan berupa sosialisasi mengenai peran penting promosi dalam meningkatkan penjualan, dengan pendekatan ceramah, diskusi, dan tanya jawab. Hasil dari kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat menunjukkan bahwa terjadi perubahan pola pikir dan persepsi positif dari peserta mengenai promosi, serta pengetahuan dan pemahaman tentang peran promosi dalam kegiatan usaha juga mengalami peningkatan. Hal itu diindikasikan dengan banyaknya pertanyaan selama sosialisasi sebagai wujud keingintahuan yang besar tentang materi yang disampaikan, dan berencana untuk mengoptimalkan pemasaran offline, menyiapkan SDM, sarana dan prasarana untuk melakukan pemasaran online. Berdasarkan hasil kuesioner dinyatakan bahwa kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini telah memberikan manfaat positif bagi UKM Ken-Mi dan secara keseluruhan kegiatan berjalan lancar.
Edukasi Menghadapi New Normal Pada Anak Melalui Pendekatan Psikologi Dan Kesehatan
Authors: Nugroho Rahmat Budi , Mukti Patria , Andrianie Prilya Shanty , Binugraheni Rinda
Published: April 2024

Pandemic covid-19 memunculkan berbagai mulai dari aspek ekonomi, kesehatan, pendidikan, dan aspek sosial yang lain. Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan edukasi dan pendampingan agar siswa dapat mengikuti kegiatan belajar dengan suka cita tanpa tertekan baik di sekolah maupun di rumah sesuai dengan protokol kesehatan serta untuk memelihara kesehatan mental siswa. Metode yang digunakan pada pengabdian ini adalah observasi, identifikasi masalah, perumusan masalah, kegiatan dan output. Kesimpulan dari yaitu pemahaman siswa TK Alit Smart Surakarta tentang protokol kesehatan meningkat dan siswa dapat mempraktekkan enam langkah cara mencuci tangan dengan benar, serta mengetahui cara menjaga imunitas seperti makan makanan bergizi, berolah raga, istirahat cukup. Siswa TK Alif Smart Surakarta juga memahami cara mengatasi kebosanan saat berada di rumah dengan melakukan kegiatan yang bermanfaat seperti membantu orang tua, berolah raga, bermain dengan anggota keluarga, memasak, dan lain-lain.
SOSIALISASI PEMILIHAN DAN PENGGUNAAN BAHAN LOKAL UNTUK MASAKAN DI 3 NEGARA (INDONESIA, MALAYSIA DAN TAIWAN)
Authors: Hastiningsih Wahyu Tri
Published: April 2024

The implementation of community service carried out internationally with zoom media, involving participants from 3 countries namely Indonesia, Malaysia and Taiwan with partners from hospitality students and the general public aims to introduce various dishes using local ingredients. This community service also focuses on how to choose good ingredients and introduce local ingredients and spices from Indonesia that are used in cooking. The method used in this service is by presenting material and discussion The technique of selecting good Indonesian ingredients and spices is shown directly so that participants, especially from Malaysia and Taiwan, can find out firsthand. With this activity, it becomes a forum to introduce Indonesian cuisine to the international scene.
ENHANCING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: THE IMPACT OF ACADEMIC SUCCESS SKILLS ON STUDENTS AT THE INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT (IPAM), UNIVERSITY OF SIERRA LEONE
Authors: Kamara Santigie Abu , Nuni Shekou Ansumana , Conteh Patricia Yandi , Kellie Aiah John
Published: April 2024

The goal of this study is to improve academic excellence by examining how students at the University of Sierra Leone's, Institute of Public Administration and Management (IPAM) use successful academic strategies. Data was collected from a sample of IPAM students using a mixed-method research strategy that included surveys and interviews. Based on the findings, academic performance and overall excellence are significantly impacted by the acquisition and use of academic success skills. Time management, goal-setting, organization, research and note-taking, critical thinking, exam preparation, and leisure reading are just a few of the many aspects of these abilities. Higher levels of academic accomplishment are regularly demonstrated by students who possess and use these talents effectively. The report also stresses how critical it is to incorporate academic success skills into curricula and give students the tools and assistance they need to develop and improve these abilities. According to the results, academic performance significantly improves for students who receive focused instruction and direction in academic success strategies. Educational establishments, especially those looking to improve student academic performance, should take note of these facts. Institutions can increase overall academic performance and success by implementing initiatives to facilitate the development of academic success skills among students, given the recognition of their critical importance. This work adds to the body of knowledge on academic success abilities and provides insightful information for modern higher education administrators, educators, and politicians.
 

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MICROFINANCE LOAN ACCESSIBILITY ON MAIZE PRODUCTION PROJECT PERFORMANCE IN FARMERS’ COOPERATIVE IN RWANDA
Authors: Uzabakiriho Emmanuel
Published: April 2024

This study examined the effect of microfinance loan accessibility on maize production project performance in farmers’ cooperatives. A case of COOPAMA in Nyagatare district, Rwanda. The study used descriptive statistics and inferential statistics, both qualitative and quantitative were used to analyze the data with the assistance of SPSS software program version 25.0 descriptive statistics and inferential statistics were used to present frequencies tables, percentages, mean and standard deviation, and inferential analysis was used to use Pearson correlation and multiple regression model to test the relationship between the independent variables and dependent variable. The study used Production Theory, Game Theory of Microfinance, Adverse Selection, and Moral Hazard Theory. The effect of loan contracts for credit demand, the perceptions of loan borrowing, and the effect of the credit administration process of farmers on maize production project performance in farmers were 3.91; 4.04; and 4.07 respectively. The data of project performance was analyzed; the overall means of results was 4.14. The relationship between microfinance loan accessibility on maize production project performance in farmers’ cooperatives between loan contract, loan borrowing, and credit administration and project performance was 0.618, 0.6430, and 0.745 respectively, and the results presented that the variables were statistically significant with p value=0.000b. The results presented the variables of microfinance loan accessibility, the results credit administration process and loan contract were statistically significant with p value=0.000b, and p value=0.283b respectively and the loan borrowing was not statistically significant with p value=0.957b. It concluded that there was a significant relationship between microfinance loan accessibility and project performance.

JEL: O16, Q12, Q14, C12, G21

 

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THE MEDIATING ROLE OF COGNITIVE FLEXIBILITY ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND ACADEMIC SELF-REGULATED LEARNING OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Florivic Linda Marial , Apostol Raymunda L.
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the mediating role of cognitive flexibility in the relationship between emotional intelligence and academic self-regulated learning. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 267 respondents of the study who are learners among public elementary schools in Cateel 1 and 2, Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized a stratified random sampling technique and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and Medgraph using the Sobel z-test. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a very high level of cognitive flexibility, emotional intelligence, and academic self-regulated learning. Also, results revealed that there is a significant relationship between emotional intelligence and academic self-regulated learning, a significant relationship between emotional intelligence and cognitive flexibility, and a significant relationship between cognitive flexibility and academic self-regulated learning. Further, it was revealed that there is a partial mediating effect of cognitive flexibility on the relationship between emotional intelligence and academic self-regulated learning.
 

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EXAMINING COMMUNITY FINANCING OF SECONDARY EDUCATION LUNCH PROGRAMMES AND THEIR EFFECT ON PROVISION OF QUALITY EDUCATION IN KISUMU COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Owiye Duncan Otieno , Sika James Ochieng , Olel Maureen
Published: April 2024

The effectiveness of public financial support for secondary education is an issue of concern given the delay in submitting government grants, challenges of increased enrolment and inadequate resources to support quality teaching and learning. This study was based in Kenya; however, Kisumu County was chosen for its below-average KCSE mean score of 4.08 (D+) in 2017 compared to the average mean of 6 (C); low teacher-student ratio at 1:59 compared to the required 1:45 and absolute poverty index of 41% compared to the national poverty index of 35.6. The purpose of this study was to analyze community financing of public secondary schools and its effect on the quality of education in Kisumu County, Kenya. The specific objective of the study was to examine community financing of secondary school lunch programs and their effect on the provision of quality education in Kisumu County. A descriptive and correlation research design was used in the study. The target population for this study comprised 214 secondary schools in Kisumu County, 214 school principals, 214 BOM chairpersons, the CDE, 48 CBOs and 51,243 students. Questionnaires, document analysis and interview schedules for school principals, BOM chairpersons, the CDE, CBOs and students were used in this study. A stratified simple random sampling procedure was used to sample the 64 public secondary schools in Kisumu County from which 64 school principals, 64 BOM chairpersons, 16 CBOs and 387 purposively selected students were used for the study. The content and face validity of the instruments were determined by employing experts in the Department of Education Management and Foundations. The reliability of the instruments was calculated by using the test re-test and was calculated at Pearson r coefficient of 0.879. Qualitative data was transcribed and analyzed in emergent themes and sub-themes. The results showed that there was a positive correlation of 0.952 between Community financing, lunch programs and academic performance. The study concluded that community financing of adequate lunch programs significantly influences the academic performance of learners to a great extent. The study recommended that community financing of lunch programmes should be increased in order to achieve fully the objectives of the secondary education policy. The findings may be significant to policymakers, education planners and implementers on the requirement for the registration of institutions of higher learning.
 

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CHALLENGES IMPEDING THE ADOPTION OF E-PROCUREMENT BY PUBLIC SECTOR ORGANISATIONS (MINISTRIES, DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES) IN SIERRA LEONE – A SURVEY
Authors: Akinyosoye–Gbonda Oludolapo O. , Baio Albert S. , Kamara Brima
Published: April 2024

The introduction and adoption of public procurement and e-procurement processes as recommended by donor organisations for governments of developing and/or under-developed countries has not achieved the intended objective of value for money. The human and material resources poured into building the capacities of countries like Sierra Leone could be considered as one of the steps of achieving the milestone i.e. value for money. The objective of this study is to examine the factors affecting e-procurement in organizations taking into consideration three factors including the value of e-procurement, e-procurement capability and e-procurement models. Data was collected through the use of a questionnaire targeted at procurement practitioners and Specialists and Heads of government ministries, departments and agencies using convenience sampling which is one of the methods of non-probability sampling. Descriptive statistical analysis techniques were employed for data analysis. Findings from the study revealed that a vast majority of the respondents believe that inadequate or limited capacity, credit facility or credibility and rigid laid-down rules of public procurement procedures and processes are the impediments responsible for the adoption and implementation of e-procurement in Sierra Leone. The paper recommends that the Government of Sierra Leone should put the necessary ICT infrastructure in place, review the current procurement act and adopt the implementation of e-procurement in order to achieve value for money.
 

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Pengaruh Service Excelence dan Akad Rahn terhadap Pinjaman Modal Usaha di BMT NU Cab. Socah Bangkalan Tahun 2022-2023
Authors: Soyfi Adit , Hikmah Liwaul , Putra Holil Baita
Published: April 2024

Penelitian yang bertujuan untuk menemukan pengaruh service excellence dan akad rahn terhadap pinjaman modal di BMT NU Cab. Socah Bangkalan. Service Excellence (Pelayanan Prima) adalah suatu pelayanan yang terbaik dalam memenuhi harapan dan kebutuhan pelanggan agar memenuhi standar kualitas. Akad rahn yaitu menahan salah satu harta milik peminjam sebagai jaminan atas harta yang diterimanya, sedangkan pinjaman modal usaha adalah suatu barang (uang) atau jasa untuk menjalankan suatu usaha yang wajib dibayarkan kembali dalam jangka waktu tertentu sesuai kesepakatan. Fokus dalam metode penelitian ini menggunakan deskriptif kuantitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui studi lapangan, meliputi dokumentasi, wawancara dan penyebaran angket. Dalam menentukan sampel menggunakan teknik porposive sampling, selanjutnya dalam prosesi menganalisis menggunakan Skala Likert untuk menentukan hasil akhir menggunakan teknik analisis data yaitu dengan uji validitas, reabilitas, normalisasi, linieritas, regresi berganda, uji T, uji F. Dari hasil tersebut maka hipotesis service excellence dan akad rahn dinyatakan berpengaruh terhadap pinjaman modal usaha (diterima).
Design and Fabrication of AI Based Vehicle to Prevent Road Accident
Authors: Mamuni Arya  , Priyadarshinee Das  , Sushanta Kumar Pradhan  , Swarupa Arjya  , Amit Jain Biswa
Published: April 2024

This study aims to introduce the concept of artificial intelligence in the automotive industry. In recent years, artificial intelligence has grown significantly, and ever since, advancements have been made in every aspect of the contemporary world. This article discusses the necessity for a strong artificial intelligence in the automotive industry and the recent expansion that has occurred up to this point. With a user order, this vehicle may navigate automatically. A vehicle controller will be used to regulate the vehicle's mobility. This vehicle is made up of a mechanical module (base) that holds the power unit, microcontroller unit, wheels, sensors, and DC motors. The circuit is powered by the power unit. DC motors increase motion capability. For smoother and quicker navigation, the microcontroller unit receives input from ultrasonic sensors, interprets it, and uses a motor controller to regulate the movement of motors. With the use of this technology, autonomous vehicles also referred to as "smart cars" that can navigate and resolve on-road situations safely and intelligently can be researched and produced. In the near future, cars based on this idea will improve road safety, reduce minor accidents, makes life easier and more convenient. In order to redefine this technology and make it even more superior and inexpensive, more study and funding are needed in this area.