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Analisis kejadian BLLR Di RS PKU Muhammadiyah Kota Yogyakarta
Authors: Istyati Siti , Wijhati Ellyda Rizki
Published: July 2022

BBLR merupakan masalah kesehatan global yang berdampak terhadap tumbuh kembang anak di masa yang akan datang. Tujuan penelitian menganalisis faktor- faktor yang berhubungan dengan terjadinya BBLR. Jenis penelitian case control dengan pendekatan waktu retrospektif, sampel BBLR dan bayi berat lahirÂ  normal (BBLN). Total sampel 210 responden dengan 70 BBLR dan 140 BBLN. Instrumen adalah ceklist, sumber data rekam medis pada tahun 2017- 2019, uji statistik menggunakan chi square. Hasil analisis faktor risiko meliputi usia ibu p value: 0,714, pendidikan ibu 0,876, pekerjaan ibu p value: 1,00; usia kehamilan p value: 0,000 OR: 9,89 dan kadar Hb ibu p value: 0,067.Â
A Review of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence as Indisputable Implements for Developing Country Advanced Technology Development
Authors: Erinle Tunji John , Oladebeye Dayo Hephzibah , Ademiloye Ibrahim Bunmi
Published: July 2022

Robotics is a branch of science and technology concerned with the design, development, operation, and use of computer-controlled mechanical devices as automated tools. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the study and development of intelligent computers that can perform duties similar to those performed by humans. The ultimate goal of robotics and artificial intelligence research is to develop technology that allows computers and machines to mimic the functions of live organisms while also acting intelligently. This research demonstrated the importance of robotics and artificial intelligence as a reliable tool for advanced technology development. This article also discusses the impact of these two inseparable elements on the advancement of technology in a nation's socioeconomic development. The findings demonstrated the huge advantages of robotics and artificial intelligence in industry for efficient and successful production, as well as the generation of economic opportunities and socioeconomic advancement. To summarise, robots and artificial intelligence are crucial technological tools for the advanced technology advancement of emerging countries.
THE EFFORT OF YOUTH TO PRESERVING WAYANG KULIT CULTURE
Authors: Dzar
Published: July 2022

“Wayang” is included in a physical form, that's because “wayang” is a cultural object in a concrete physical form, “wayang” is one of the original cultures from Indonesia, to be precise from the island of Java which has been ingrained as the identity of the Javanese. From here a problem arises regarding the preservation of the “wayang kulit” culture, besides that it is also necessary to know how this “wayang kulit” can become an interesting culture and we also have to know why we need to preserve the “wayang kulit” culture. In this study, I used a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach and data collection techniques using questionnaires, interviews, and observations. So the result of this research is that today's teenagers are still quite interested and know about “wayang kulit” culture and they also have a desire to try to participate in the preservation of “wayang kulit” culture so that later this shadow puppet can always exist and be remembered as Indonesia's original culture.
Neural pathways of phonological and semantic processing and its relations to children’s reading skills
Authors: Wagley Neelima , Booth James R.
Published: July 2022

Behavioral research shows that children’s phonological ability is strongly associated with better word reading skills, whereas semantic knowledge is strongly related to better reading comprehension. However, most neuroscience research has investigated how brain activation during phonological and semantic processing is related to word reading skill. This study examines if connectivity during phonological processing of the dorsal inferior frontal gyrus (dIFG) to posterior superior temporal gyrus (pSTG) pathway is related to word reading skill, whereas connectivity during semantic processing of the ventral inferior frontal gyrus (vIFG) to posterior middle temporal gyrus (pMTG) pathway is related to reading comprehension skill. We used behavioral and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data from a publicly accessible dataset on OpenNeuro.org. The research hypotheses and analytical plan were pre-registered on the Open Science Framework. Forty-six children ages 8-15 years old were included in the final analyses. Participants completed an in-scanner reading task tapping into phonology (i.e., word rhyming) and semantics (i.e., word meaning) as well as standardized measures of word reading and reading comprehension skill. In a series of registered and exploratory analyses, we correlated connectivity coefficients from generalized psychophysiological interactions (gPPI) with behavioral measures and used z-scores to test the equality of two correlation coefficients. Results from the preregistered and exploratory analyses indicated weak evidence that functional connectivity of dIFG to pSTG during phonological processing is positively correlated with better word reading skill, but no evidence that connectivity in the vIFG-pMTG pathway during semantic processing is related to better reading comprehension skill. Moreover, there was no evidence to support the differentiation between the dorsal pathway’s relation to word reading and the ventral pathway’s relation to reading comprehension skills. Our finding suggesting the importance of phonological processing to word reading is in line with prior behavioral and neurodevelopmental models.
PENGAJARAN BAHASA INGGRIS MELALUI PROGRAM KEMAH SASTRA SMA KABUPATEN BURU
Authors: Iye Risman , Susiati Susiati , Taufik
Published: July 2022

Learning English has an important role in developing students' talents for it as a form of applying creative teaching methods so that the subjects taught must be understood by students. This Community Service, namely the “Literature Camp” activity, aims to develop knowledge and interest in language and literature for high school students in Namlea city to be more creative in their work. In addition, through this activity students can start themselves in carrying out various activities that are beneficial to the community. This activity is also a place to show students' creativity in the field of literature. The literature camp was held in Lala Village, Lilialy District, Buru Regency for three days, in 2020. The first day the participants were gathered in the middle of the field to be divided into groups in this case providing education to students about learning English. Service Results Literature camp activities provide the expected results. Through literary camp activities, students' understanding and knowledge of language and literature can be increased. In addition, the participants of the literary camp can develop an interest and talent in literary arts.
Rise and Fall Pada Bisnis Buffet Chain
Authors: Runa Christopher Re'ne William
Published: July 2022

Setiap model bisnis pasti akan mengalami kenaikan dan penurunan dikarenakan beberapa faktor. Pada bisnis model prasmanan, awalnya bisnis ini cukup disegani tetapi sekarang mulai redup dikarenakan beberapa faktor yang cukup serius.
LIVING QUR'AN : WEHWEHAN TRADITION IN NOLOKERTO VILLAGE
Authors: Janah Nurlaeli Rachmatul
Published: July 2022

Kaliwungu is the "City of Santri", a vibrant trading metropolis and a dynamic city that seems to never die. Because the tire is a city boarding school . Kaliwingu as a religious city has a variety of customs for religious holidays that have its own uniqueness in the Kaliwungu community, one of which is in Nolokerto Village. Tradition is a habit that is passed down from generation to generation by a society. Human-created traditions are practices or habits, but the focus is on supernatural customs such as cultural ideals, standards, and laws. Tradition also has an important role in people's lives. This research is a tradition of weh wehan or giving to each other according to their respective abilities. The meaning that can be taken from this tradition is the value of giving charity in it, and growing ties of brotherhood. This research uses qualitative methods, the type of research is in the form of field research (fied research), while the approach used in this research is socio anthropology, namely understanding religion by directly observing religious practices that grow and develop in society
Missionary Conflict: Destructive or Constructive?
Authors: Dunaetz David Robert
Published: July 2022

Missionary conflict is inevitable and potentially dangerous if mismanaged. However, when missionaries in conflict seek to cooperate by understanding each other’s perspectives and interests, creative solutions that respond to most, if not all, of the relevant concerns can be found. This requires much time and effort, and sometimes outside help. However, cooperation with a desire to love and serve the other is a Christ-like response that is well worth the cost.
Applying Internet of Things (IoT) to Prevent Road Accidents
Authors: Hossain Saidur
Published: July 2022

The number of road fatalities is continually increasing, and the age of autonomous cars on the road is swiftly approaching. Internet of things IoT, as well as the utilization of Big Data generated by IoT and M2M communication, offer a lot of potential for enhancing road safety. A Deep Learning technique without a training dataset that employs just a safety model and optimizes it sequentially through IoT learning over time might prevent a shortage of adequate Knowledge Bases while also boosting the ability to handle unforeseen circumstances. The article describes an Internet of Things (IoT) learning approach that uses in-vehicle sensors to prevent traffic accidents.
Trends in Pediatric Palliative Care Research (TPPCR) 2022; Issue #05: Commentary on Delgado-Corcoran et al.
Authors: Fiamenghi Veronica Indicatti
Published: July 2022

This TPPCR commentary discusses the 2022 paper by Delgado-Corcoran et al., “An Automatic Pediatric Palliative Care Consultation for Children Supported on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Survey of Perceived Benefits and Barriers.” published in the Journal of Palliative Medicine.
Analisis Model Bisnis Supreme
Authors: Basuki Garry Fernando Jaya Saputra
Published: July 2022

Bisnis pakaian Supreme seperti Stussy, A Bathing Ape dan Carhartt di Amerika Serikat pada tahun 90-an di mana-mana mengalami mengalami kenaikan (rise). Studi ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui alasan penurunan (fall) atau kenaikan (rise) pada bisnis Supreme. Studi ini menggunakan studi kasus tunggal pada bisnis Supreme yang bergerak di bidang pakaian dengan analisis business model canvas, business pattern, business environment & value proposition canvas. Bisnis pakaian pernah tren pertumbuhan dan sukses karena market segment mencakup semua kalangan mulai dari anak kecil hingga orang dewasa. Namun, bisnis pakaian mengalami penurunan karena new entrants pendatang baru menjual barang dengan harga lebih murah dan desain yang bagus dan menarik. Studi merekomendasikan technology trend memiliki website sendiri yang digunakan untuk memperkenalkan brand yang diproduksi sendiri.
Religiosity, Beliefs in the Supernatural, Perceived Social Support, Resilience, and Well-being of University Students during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Authors: Wong Sibyl Weang-Yi , Gan Samuel Ken En
Published: July 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic infection control measures had severely impacted mental well-being providing an insight into possible protective parameters. With religion always playing a role during challenging times, this study investigated the effects of beliefs on the supernatural and religiosity on the mental well-being of university students during the COVID19 pandemic and how social support and resilience can mitigate this effect. 185 university students aged between 17 to 42 years old responded to online surveys on their theistic beliefs, religiosity, well-being, perceived support, and resilience. Pearson’s correlations and single and sequential mediation analyses showed that theistic beliefs did not significantly predict well-being (r = .05) while religiosity mediated the relationship (r = .18, effect size = .035). Sequential mediation analysis showed that resilience and perceived social support did not mediate the relationship between religiosity and well-being. Perceived social support alone significantly mediated religiosity and well-being with an effect size of .039. Religiosity was found to be a mediator and both resilience, while perceived social support was non-significantly positively associated with well-being. Analysing the open-ended questions on the students’ beliefs in the supernatural and paranormal, as well as the impact of the pandemic restrictions on their interests, insights where the majority of them did not attribute supernatural causes to the pandemic were garnered. In line with previous studies during the pandemic, the students also reported having too little social interaction and too much time with family to affect them negatively. The findings reveal how several factors were associated with well-being as well as the relationship between religiosity and well-being that may aid in the mental well-being of future challenging times.
Statistic behaviors of gauge-invariance-dominated 1D chiral current random model
Authors: Wu Chen-Huan
Published: July 2022

By considering an energy and particle flow, we constructing the one-dimensional(1d) model consisting of the quasiparticles caused by asymmetric hopping (in carrierposition space) or the complex bosonic potential whose varying gradience with a chi-ral ordering plays the role of of ingradience of quasiparticles.A bosonic potential canbe generated and the chaotic dynamics of chiral excitations after disorder average canbe invesitigated in the presence of gauge invariance. This feature is also shared bythe well-known Non-Hermitian systems.
HEAVY MINERALS AND ZIRCON MORPHOLOGY: PROXIES BETWEEN RONDON DO PARÁ BAUXITES AND ITAPECURU ROCKS
Authors:   Graduating Program for Geology and Geochemistry (PPGG), Geosciences Institute/Federal University of Pará, Belém (Pará), Brazil, Pantoja Heliana , Costa Marcondes ,   Graduating Program for Geology and Geochemistry (PPGG), Geosciences Institute/Federal University of Pará, Belém (Pará), Brazil
Published: July 2022

The Eastern Amazon bauxite districts are located in the domain of the sedimentary rocks of the Itapecuru Group, which are considered to be their probable parent rocks. To assist in the elucidation, it was investigated the heavy minerals from Rondon do Pará bauxites. The assemblage is formed by ultrastable minerals, both in the Itapecuru and in the bauxite in similar concentrations: zircon, tourmaline, rutile and staurolite. They showed wide varieties of shapes, textures and structures, particularly for zircons, that suggest different sources of provenance. The euhedral zircons in general display the bipyramids {101} and the prisms {100}, which correspond to the S and P zircons, indicative of alkaline granites as source rocks for the Itapecuru, and that in turn are in the bauxite profile. Zircon ́s cathodoluminescences also similarly indicate different sources. They also exhibit variable concentrations of Zr, Hf, Th, U, Nb and Y, but the Zr/Hf ratios are quite constant. Therefore, the Zr/Hf ratios and the do-main of S-types and P zircons, both in the Itapecuru and in the bauxites, demonstrate that in fact its rocks, specifically those that occupied the current bauxite profile, were their parent rocks, thus strengthening the link between the two, bauxite and Itapecuru rocks. Keywords: cathodoluminescence; typology of zircon; zircon chemistry.
AUTOMATED ELECTRON DIFFRACTION TOMOGRAPHY ON NANOANATASE AND GOYAZITE FROM CLAY COVER OF BAUXITE DEPOSITS IN THE AMAZON
Authors:   Institute of Inorganic Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry, Johannes Gutenberg University, Duesbergweg 10-14, D55128 Mainz, Germany, Krysiak Yaşar , Costa Marcondes ,   Graduating Program for Geology and Geochemistry (PPGG), Geosciences Institute/Federal University of Pará, Belém (Pará), Brazil, Pöllmann Herbert ,   Department of Mineralogy and Geochemistry, Martin-Luther-University of Halle-Wittenberg, Mineralogy, Von Seckendorff-Platz 3, D-06120 Halle (Saale), Germany, in memoriam, Göske Jürgen ,   Zentrum für Werkstoffanalytik Lauf GmbH (ZWL), Hardtstraße 39 b, D-91207 Lauf a. d. Pegnitz, Germany, Kolb Ute ,   Department of Materials and Geoscience, Technische Universität Darmstadt, Petersenstrasse 23, Darmstadt 64287
Published: July 2022

Since naturally occurring minerals typically have particle sizes from microns to several nanometers, their investigation, from sampling to individual particle analysis, is a challenging task. This work reports the detection of anatase, which occurs mainly in tropical soils and upon weathering in laterite. Little knowledge of this omnipresent accessory nanomineral, showing strong affinity to the soil formation processes and lateritic profiles is presently available. In bauxites the nano-anatase crystal morphology have not been reported yet. The samples were collected in a bauxite mine south of the Amazon (Juruti, Brazil). The chemical enrichment of anatase was carried out with H2TiF6 and the resulting powders could be characterized with SEM, XRPD and EDX. Subsequently, transmission electron microscopy (TEM) was used to analyze the chemical composition of individual anatase particles by EDX and the unique method of automated electron diffraction tomography (ADT), which probes the reciprocal space of individual nanoparticles. Associated with anatase, crandallite mineral group was also detected. Keywords: kaolinite; iron oxyhydroxides; gorceixite; goyazite; Juruti
OS DIAMANTES DE SÃO JOÃO DO ARAGUAIA NO ESTADO DO PARÁ (AMAZÔNIA): HISTÓRICO, EXTRAÇÃO, MINERALOGIA E VALORIZAÇÃO
Authors:   Programa de Pós-Graduação em Geologia e Geoquímica (PPGG) do Instituto de Geociências (IG) da Universidade Federal do Pará, Brasil, Höhn Helmut ,   in memoriam, Costa Marcondes ,   Programa de Pós-Graduação em Geologia e Geoquímica (PPGG) do Instituto de Geociências (IG) da Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, Pará, Brasil
Published: July 2022

The stretch of Baixo Rio Tocantins between the cities of São João do Araguaia and Tucuruí, geologically is placed at the borders of the Amazon Craton. Historically, it was one of the richest Brazilian diamond producing areas. The produced stones had good acceptance on the market, being characterized by their abundance, their relatively small size (rare above l ct), the predominance of yellow colors, external morphology many times abraded, ratio gems/industrial stones said until 90%. The largest stone found is said to have been of 51 ct (gem quality). At present times the garimpagem activity is practically extinct. During the present work, alluvial diamonds collected during the years of 1996/97 at São João do Araguaia/PA were characterized mineralogically. Some inclusions, hosted by these diamonds, were submitted to analysis by scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive spectroscopy (MEV/EDS). The predominant weight of the diamonds was found to be among 0.5 to 0.75 ct. The most frequent colors were yellow with different hues, the most frequent crystalline forms dodecahedrons. The medium value of the collected diamonds was evaluated at US$ 100. – per carat. Inclusions hosted by diamonds sampled at São João do Araguaia, can be related to the ultra-mafic suite. The samples collected at São João do Araguaia apparently represent a mix of two different diamond populations at the Baixo Rio Tocantins area. One subjected to strong corrosion and dissolution conditions acting during her emplacement summed to a relatively long geological history. The other population apparently was only weakly subjected to those conditions allied to a relatively shorter geological history. The first population may correspond to most of the diamonds mined during the production boom. Their origin apparently could be related to the Poti Formation. The other is apparently related to a nearer situated, may be primary, origin. Keywords: Amazon region; mineral inclusion; carat; dodecahedron; gold.
MINERAIS INDICADORES E/OU ACOMPANHANTES (“SATÉLITES”) DOS DIAMANTES DE SÃO JOÃO DO ARAGUAIA NO ESTADO DO PARÁ (AMAZÔNIA)
Authors:   Programa de Pós-Graduação em Geologia e Geoquímica (PPGG) do Instituto de Geociências (IG) da Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, Pará, Brasil, Höhn Helmut ,   in memoriam, Costa Marcondes ,   Programa de Pós-Graduação em Geologia e Geoquímica (PPGG) do Instituto de Geociências (IG) da Universidade Federal do Pará, Belém, Pará, Brasil
Published: July 2022

The concentrates obtained during the extraction of diamond and gold in the bed of the Tocantins River (Tocantins River Lower Basin) in front of the city of São João do Araguaia, state of Pará, were analyzed by using stereomicroscope, x ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive spectrometry (SEM/EDS) to identify their indicator and/or accompanying minerals (satellite minerals). Of note are kyanite, corundum, garnets, chrysoberyl, staurolite and florencite. These minerals are given popular names in national use among prospectors. Corundum is available in ruby ​​and sapphire varieties and garnet-almandine-pyrope series. Most of them seem more diamond accompanying because of their physical characteristics, while florencite (phosphate favas) and partly garnet (almandine-pyrope), a possible indicator. Keywords: kyanite; garnet; florencite; ruby; sapphire; chrysoberyl; staurolite;
TEXTURAS DOS MINERAIS DE MINÉRIO DA REGIÃO AMAZÔNICA. PARTE 1
Authors:   Instituto Federal do Pará, IFPA-Campus Belém, Brasil, CHOQUE FERNANDEZ Oscar , FERNANDEZ Pablo ,   Faculdade de Arquitetura e Urbanismo, Universidade Federal do Pará, Belem, Pará, Brasil
Published: July 2022

Ore minerals are usually characterized to the formation of mineral deposits. Textures can provide evidence of the nature of processes such as initial ore deposition, post-deposition rebalancing or metamorphism, deformation, annealing and weathering. The recognition and interpretation of textures is usually the most important step in understanding the origin and evolution of an ore. As they are ores that contain high economic value, and their study is necessary to correctly define the metallurgical alternatives for an adequate process of obtaining metallic products. Among the most important mines that are operating in Carajás are N4 (iron), Azul (manganese), Sossego and Salobo (copper) and Onca Puma (nickel). Most ores, show opaque characteristics that can be well studied by microscopy of opaque minerals, but others with SEM/EDS. The textures of these ore minerals are distinctive among them, highlighting the disseminated copper minerals subject to mineral liberation and micritic manganese minerals and fines granulates nickel-bearing minerals, ready for metallurgical extraction. Keywords: bornite; chalcopyrite; cryptomelane; chysotile; lizardite.
GEOQUÍMICA DO PERFIL LATERÍTICO DE OUTEIRO (BELÉM-PARÁ)
Authors:   Universidade Federal do Pará (UFPA), Centro de Geociências, Colegiado de Geologia, Departamento de Geoquímica e Petrologia, Belém, Pará, Brasil, Costa Newton
Published: July 2022

The Amazon region has, in all its immensity, abundant occurrences of laterites. These laterites, a product resulting from subaerial tropical weathering processes, keep records and important information about the environmental transformations experienced by the region. The Outeiro Island, inserted in this context, presents in its cliffs, good exposures of this lithological type. In this work these laterites are described as a function of the texture, closely related to the granulometry of the Barreiras Sediments, involved in the lateritization process. In them, the soil horizons, concretionary, mottled and remains of the mother rock and/or substrate are identified. The predominant mineralogy in the horizons in this profile is quartz and kaolinite, occurring in the concretionary horizon a large amount of hematite and goethite and muscovite in the most basal portion. The heavy minerals identified were, in order of abundance, staurolite, tourmaline, kyanite, zircon and rutile. The chemistry is characterized by high levels of SiO2, ranging from top to bottom from 90% to 51% and high levels of Fe and Al in the concretionary horizon and of Fe in the bedrock, not characterizing, however, a complete chemical differentiation, proving the immature nature of the profile. Keywords: Soils; concrecionary; mottled; kaolinite; hematite.
ESTUDOS GEOQUÍMICOS E PETROLÓGICOS DA REGIÃO DE OCORRÊNCIA DOS FOSFATOS DE SANTA LUZIA – RIO PERITORÓ, ESTADO DO PARÁ
Authors:   Universidade Federal do Pará (UFPA), Centro de Geociências, Departamento de Geoquímica e Petrologia Curso de Geologia, Angélica Rômulo
Published: July 2022

Este trabalho tem como objetivo a caracterização geoquímica e petrológica da área entre a vila de Santa Luzia e o rio Peritoró, na região Bragantina, nordeste do Estado do Pará, com atenção para as ocorrências de fosfatos e do Granito Cantão, aflorante a SE da área. Foram feitas análises químicas parciais para P2O5, Fe2O3 (total), e TiO2, por espectrocolorimetria e Al2O3 por volumetria, para todas as amostras. Para o Granito Cantão foi feita análise total, utilizando-se os métodos da absorção atômica (elementos maiores), fluorescência de ratos-x (elementos traços), além da análise dos elementos terras raras (por espectrometria de plasma-ICP), nos laboratórios da Geosol-Geolab. As anostras analisadas provém das unidades geológicas aflorantes na área, a saber: Grupo Gurupi, compreendendo filonitos carbonosos, quartzo milonitos, sericita filonitos e filonitos bandados; Granito Cantão; Formação Piriá; Depósitos Coluvionares; evidenciando retrabalhamento “in situ” das unidades subjacentes. Em relação aos fosfatos, estes estão restritos às rochas do Grupo Gurupi, com exceção dos filonitos bandados, sendo mais abundantes nos filonitos carbonosos. Ocorrem principalmente associados a brechas, zonas de falhas e veios de quartzo. Os principais fosfatos ordem decrescente de abundância são: wavellita, crandallita e variscita. Os teores de P2O5 detectados variam de 0,9 a 16,1%. Os elevados teores de Fe2O3 nas amostras estudadas, caracterizam o adiantado estado de intemperismo dessas rochas, enquanto os teores elevados de Al2O3 associados aos baixos teores de Fe2O3 (em amostras não intemperizadas), confirmam a natureza pelítica dos metamorfitos do Grupo Gurupi. O Granito Cantão é una rocha de natureza cálcio-alcalina, com afinidade sódica, enquanto o seu xenólito apresenta una afinidade mais cálcica. As análises realizadas nesta última rocha, e a sua comparação com folhelhos normais, sugerem a correlação com os filonitos do Grupo Gurupi, nos quais o Granito Cantão teria intrudido. Palavras-chave: Filonitos carbonosos: wavellita; crandallita; variscita; Gurupi; Cantão.
Stroke Patients' Adherence to Nurses' Advice and Their Quality of Life After Admittance to Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan
Authors: Ibrahim Wisam Nabeel , Nawi Sufi Md , Al-Mahmood Sinan Mohammed Abdullah , Othman Noratikah
Published: July 2022

Objective: The objective of this study is to identify stroke patientsâ€™ adherence toward nursesâ€™ advice and quality of life. Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study conducted at a medical ward in Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan, Kuantan, Pahang; it used the Quality of Life Index Stroke Version-III and Medical Outcome Study Measure of Patient Adherence. The data were collected using the purposive sampling method and were analysed using SPSS version 19. Results: A total of 54 respondents, ranging in age from 50 to 80 years old, (46.3% male and 53.7% female) with 94.4% being Malays. Returned surveys indicated that 50% of the respondents have no formal education. A total of 64.8% patients adhered to the nurssâ€™ advice and the remaining 35.2% were non-adherents. There is a positive correlation between adherence and the quality of life. Male patients demonstrated a better adherence level compared to women (p=0.019). However, there was no association between age, race and education level with adherence. Conclusion: Healthcare professionals, such as nurses, have substantial roles in ensuring stroke patients adhere to rehabilitation guidelines with a view to maximising quality of life.
Factors Predicting Paediatric Obesity Among Primary School Children in Kuantan
Authors: Al-Mahmood Sinan Mohamed Abdullah , Othman Noratikah , Ibrahim Wisam Nabeel
Published: July 2022

Objective: This study was aimed to investigate the association of parental obesity, food habits, and physical activity levels with body mass index status and sociodemographic factors among children in Kuantan, Pahang. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 300 pupils in three primary schools in Kuantan. The three schools were representative of the three major ethnicities in Malaysia, Malays, Chinese, and Indians, and the children were aged 8 to 11 years. Self-developed questionnaires were used to record sociodemographic details and anthropometric measures of both parents and children, and physical activity and food habits were measured using a Children Physical Activity Questionnaire (C-PAQ) and the Harvard Food Frequency Questionnaire (HFFQ), respectively. Data was analysed using IBM SPSS 20.0, with a binary logistic regression model then used to represent the interactions among different factors in terms of predicting childhood obesity. Results: Binary logistic regression analysis shows that parental anthropometric measures, childrenâ€™s ages, levels of physical activity, and food habits are signif-icant predictors for paediatric obesity. There is also a significant association between parentsâ€™ anthropo-metric measurements and childhood obesity. Significant correlation was found between fast food con-sumption, fruit and vegetable consumption, and physical activity and body mass index in children (pË‚0.05). Conclusion: The study provides evidence that parental obesity, fast food consumption, fruit and vegetables intakes, and physical activity levels have significant associations with children's body mass indices.
Associations Between Demographic Characteristics and Resilience Factors: A Self-Report Survey
Authors: Mohamed Ludin Salizar
Published: July 2022

Objective: In 2014, Malaysia suffered a severe flood disaster and many people lost their home and belongings. Despite regular flooding in this area, the status of community disaster resilience (CDR) is unknown. This paper thus aims to assess the association between demographic characteristics and community disaster resilience factors. Methods: A cross-sectional study was completed using the Conjoint Community Resiliency Assessment Measure (CCRAM28) questionnaire six months after the flood event occurred. All selected respondents who met the inclusion criteria were recruited, and IBM SPSS software was used to undertake descriptive and inferential analysis. Results: A total of 386 respondents completed the questionnaires. Respondents were mostly female (57%); married (83.9%); with children under 17 years old (58.8%); from villages or rural area (97.2%); living in basic housing (95.6%); of average income; Muslim (97.5%); educated to primary or secondary level (81.1%); and not involved with any community organizations (95.1%), including volunteering, emergency teams, or military service. The mean age was 49 years, and length of time living in the area ranged from 1 to 85 years. CDR scores ranged between medium (2.34- 3.66) and high (3.67- 5.00). An analysis of the results showed that only gender (p = 0.003) and education (p = 0.001) were significantly related to CDR level. Positive and strong correlations were seen between resilience factors, however, particularly leadership (p = 0.001), collective efficacy (p = 0.001); preparedness (p = 0.001); place attachment (p = 0.001); and social trust (p = 0.001). Conclusion: The study provides a timely insight into the impact of demographic characteristics and resilience factors in Kelantan, developing the knowledge base needed to create comprehensive, improved community-relevant strategies for the future. This assessment enables top-down initiatives to better understand resilience levels, and this could act as tool to enable the government to prepare communities for future disasters or emergency events.
Educational Needs Assessment and the Management of Chronic Kidney Disease in a Malaysian Setting: A Review
Authors: Noorkhairina Sowtali Siti , Norhasyimah Ghazali , â€˜Ain Ishak Nur , Rosle Draman Che , Azarisman Shah Mohd
Published: July 2022

Chronic kidney disease is among the top ten causes of mortality in Malaysia. An increase in the pattern of dialysis recipients has been observed, rising from 325 per million population in 2001 to 762 per million population in 2010. Chronic kidney disease is characterised by irreversible loss of renal function for at least three months, and the risk factors for chronic kidney disease include diabetes mellitus, hyperten-sion, cardiovascular disease, dyslipidaemia, and lifestyle risk factors such as poor dietary patterns, lack of exercise or physical activity, smoking, and increased alcohol intake. Thus, appropriate educational needs assessment is required to begin modifying these risk factors via educational intervention to delay disease progress and to prevent patients reaching end stage renal failure. The aim of this article is to provide a review of the existing literature on the chronic kidney disease process, based on recommended primary and secondary management from both medical aspects and lifestyle modification requirements, highlighting the importance of patient education.
Prevalence of Loneliness, Anxiety, and Depression among Older People Living in Long-Term Care: A Review
Authors: Elias Sharifah Munirah Syed
Published: July 2022

Objective: The aim of this paper was to review prevalence rates of loneliness, anxiety, and depression among older people living in long-term care settings such as residential aged care facilities, nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Method: A systematic search of the literature was conducted using several electronic databases including Medline, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and the Cochrane library. Results: In total, 18 articles met the inclusion criteria for this review. The results indicated that the prevalence rates of loneliness (56% to 95.5%), anxiety (3.6% to 38%), and depression (11% to 85.5%) in older people living in long-term care settings are generally high. Conclusion: Further research on effective methods of reducing these symptoms is recommended.
The Need to Particularise the Concept of Spirituality within Mental Health Services in Malaysia
Authors: Shariff Nurasikin Mohamad , Pien Lee Siew
Published: July 2022

People with mental health problem in Malaysia require access to spiritual care from their mental health services. However, the literature, which is dominated by Western scholars, brings the broad conception of spirituality into debate, which does not fit the paradigm of the religious worldview in countries such as Malaysia. This paper provides a narrative overview of the tensions inherent in the concept of spirituality as delivered in the literature. It begins a discussion on the place of spirituality in mental health care while highlighting the problematic concept of spirituality currently seen in the literature. This paper thus provides recommendations for future research on the need for particularising the concept of spirituality within mental healthcare in Malaysia.
Experiences of The Public on The Services in Emergency Department: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Aung Khin Thandar
Published: July 2022

Objective: The purpose of this study was to explore the experiences of the public on the services provided in the Emergency Department (ED) of Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan (HTAA). Methods: An exploratory, descriptive design was used to understand public experiences on the services in the ED. Ten respondents who fit the inclusion criteria were selected using purposive sampling method during their visit to the ED. They were interviewed for 30 to 45 minutes and were audio-recorded with the permission of the participants. The general meaning and the tone conveyed by the respondents were determined through coding, descriptions, and the themes that emerged. Results: Four major themes emerged from the study including waiting time, ED staff, information regarding the ED, and expectation on the ED services. Conclusion: As a result, there is a need to improve the practices in the ED and a need for an awareness program on the real functions and services of the ED.
Incidence of Phlebitis Among Adult Patients with Peripheral Intravenous Catheter in an East Coast Hospital Malaysia
Authors: Daud Azlina
Published: July 2022

Objective: This study aims to determine the incidence rate of phlebitis among patients with a peripheral intravenous catheter. Methods: An observational study was conducted in one of the hospitals in East Coast Malaysia. There were 321 data collected from patients who had a peripheral intravenous catheter in medical, gynaecology and orthopaedic wards. The incidence of phlebitis was evaluated using a modified Visual Infusion Phlebitis score checklist. Results: The incidence of phlebitis, was found out to be 36.1% (n=116/321). Most patients who developed phlebitis had visual infusion phlebitis, with a score of two (34.9%) and the rest developed phlebitis with a score of three (1.2%). Conclusion: This high incidence of phlebitis indicated a worrying outcome. Therefore, the study findings suggested that a specific guideline on post insertion management of peripheral intravenous catheter should be revised which may help in reducing more incidence of phlebitis, subsequently reduce infection in an award, and provide more safety environment in hospital and reducing cost in managing infection control.
Prevalence of Irritable Bowel Syndrome and its Association with Perceived Stress Level among Nursing Students at The International Islamic University Malaysia
Authors: Al-Mahmood Sinan Mohammed Abdullah
Published: July 2022

Objective: This study aims to determine the prevalence of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and its association with perceived stress levels among nursing students at the International Islamic University Malaysia. Methods: A cross-sectional design was used in this study. A three-part questionnaire was used to gather data on stress levels and IBS symptoms. Part A posed questions on socio-demographic aspects. In part B, a Perceived Stress Scale was used to measure individualsâ€™ perceived stress. Part C used a questionnaire developed by the World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO) with the support of Danone. Results: The response rate was 85.5%: out of 200 students, 171 completed the questionnaires. According to the results, there is a significant relationship between stress levels and IBS (p = 0.006), where students who experienced moderate stress (151, 88.3%) were more exposed to IBS (60, 39.7%). There is no association between the characteristics of subjects with IBS and their level of stress (P > 0.05). Conclusion: The prevalence of IBS among the students in this study was roughly moderate. The frequency of moderate stress levels was high and there was a significant association with IBS. On the other hand, subject characteristics, e.g. smoking habits, were insignificantly associated with IBS and stress level (SL).
Socio-Demographic Factors and Quality of Life of Head and Neck Cancer Patients Before and After Treatment in the East Coast of Malaysia
Authors: Ludin Salizar M.
Published: July 2022

Objective: This study aimed to determine the association of socio-demographic factors and quality of life (QOL) of HNC survivors before and after treatment in Malaysia. Methods: 40 HNC patients were recruited, and assessed for their with QOL with Life Cancer Survivor (QLQ-CS) Head & Neck 35 (QLQ-H&N35) questionnaire pre-treatment and six months post-treatment. One way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and paired t-test were done to analyse the data. Results: The result shows that the QOL of HNC patients were at medium level (total mean score M= 6.22) before treatment,  and reduced  (total mean score M= 4.84) at 6 months after treatment) . Only health history was seen significantly associated with QOL of HNC patients, both pre and post-treatment.  Post-treatment showed only marital status factor associated with QOL of HNC patients.  The paired sample t-test result shows that  the symptoms /problem pre-treatment (M = 255.10, SD = 20.405 )was lower than post-treatment (M = 201.80, SD = 22.025)(t (49) = 9.337;  p =0.001).  Conclusions: The present research suggested that the patientsâ€™ QOL is reduced after treatment (medium level). This could be due to the advancement of cancer and evidence when the health history and symptoms found significantly associated with the QOL. Thus, socio-demographic factors are very crucial factors that must be considered during patientsâ€™ assessment in improving patientsâ€™ care and optimum QOL pre and post-treatment.
Cancer Incidence and Chemotherapy-Induced Adverse Effects in Asia
Authors: Stanslas Johnson
Published: July 2022

Objective: Primary caregivers and researchers are challenged every day in finding an appropriate treatment for cancer. Chemotherapy is one of the treatments to treat cancer, however, the adverse effects from chemotherapy present a significant problem. The aim of this review is to present the current standings of the incidence of cancer and the adverse effects of chemotherapy among Asians. Method: Studies which were conducted from 1990 through June 2018 containing phrases such as â€˜Cancer incidence in Asiaâ€™, â€˜chemotherapy-induced adverse effects in Asiaâ€™, â€˜CIPN in Asiaâ€™, â€˜CINV in Asiaâ€™ and â€˜chemotherapy-induced anaemia in Asiaâ€™ were searched through PubMed, Google Scholar and Scopus. Where appropriate, â€˜Asiaâ€™ was replaced by the name of a specific country to ensure searching of the database. Results: Incident rates of new cancer cases and death in Asia are increasing which are estimated to reach 48 % of new cases and 55 % of death. While studies had reported using different chemotherapeutic agents to treat cancer, most of them detailed the adverse effects of chemotherapy that affected the patients, thus affecting their quality of life. Conclusion: Findings from this review concluded that cancer incidence is increasing which may require early detection of cancer and optimal treatment. This may aid in the selection of an appropriate chemotherapy regimen with reduced side effects.
Community Experiences on Prevention, Preparedness and Recovery of The Flood Disaster in Cultural and Local Wisdom Context
Authors: Nurumal Mohd Said
Published: July 2022

Objective: This qualitative descriptive study, underpinned by the naturalistic inquiry, explored the experiences of each level of households during and after the devastating flood disaster occurred in Kelantan, based on their cultural and local wisdom context. Methods: Three most affected districts were selected in this research: Gua Musang, Kuala Krai and Kota Bharu. Data gathered in this study was the researcher himself, in-depth interview guides, tape and video recording of interviews and a diary of the study for the duration of four months. Individuals from each level of the household were taken as a key informant. Results: Based on the data gathered from key informants, the prominent features of this research are: community preparedness in dealing with floods, uneven distribution of rains, unpredictable flood water level, inadequate food supply and preparation, the proper salvation of community in self-rescue, effectiveness of communication during evacuation, inappropriate manner, water rise indication at a certain area and signs of nature. Conclusion: These findings were reflected in the experiences together understanding the value of local wisdom and cultural faced by key informants dealing with the flood disaster and it would be used in creating appropriate programs on preparation in dealing with such disaster in the future.
Test-Retest Reliability of Malay Version of Stroke Knowledge Test
Authors: Mohd. Yusoff Dariah
Published: July 2022

Objective: This study was aimed to evaluate the stability and reliability of the Malay version of the Stroke Knowledge Test among kidney disease patients at the Hemodialysis Unit and Nephrology Clinic of Hospital Tengku Ampuan Afzan, Kuantan. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 30 conveniently-selected kidney disease patients between April and May 2017. The questionnaires consisted of three parts: sociodemographic background, clinical, and lifestyle-related risk factors; the Malay version of the Stroke Knowledge Test was administered on the patients in a pre-test/post-test manner with a gap of two weeks. Results: The Malay version of the Stroke Knowledge Test had a fair pre-test/post-test agreement (ICC=0.247) when administered on the kidney disease patients to measure their knowledge of stroke. The items were considered to have acceptable difficulty and discrimination indexes. They were also reliable as all aspects of stroke were covered. Conclusions: The Malay version of the Stroke Knowledge Test had a fair pre-test/ post-test agreement when conducted on the kidney disease patients to check its stability and reliability. The results reflected a mixture of easy and moderate content, as well as acceptable modifications of the items. Hence, as per previous researches, this instrument was considered to be a reliable tool for evaluating the knowledge of stroke outcomes in kidney disease patients. Future larger research is needed to confirm the test-retest reliability of the instrument.
Influence of Perceive Social Support or Pre-Operative Support Program on Quality of Life in Patients Awaiting Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) Surgery: Mixed Method Systematic Review
Authors: Jamaludin Thandar Soe Sumaiyah
Published: July 2022

Objective: This paper is a report of a review to identify relevant literature and to summarize the effectiveness of perceived social support on quality of life in patients while waiting for CABG surgery. Background: Cardiovascular disease is one of the most common leading causes of death in the world and the most common treatment is CABG surgery. Patients who have been diagnosed and listed for CABG surgery should adapt himself to overcome the changes in their new lifestyle. To conquer this, they should have social support or pre-operative support while waiting for their CABG surgery. Data Source: A search of health and health science database located eleven papers including quantitative and qualitative studies focusing on the perceived social support or pre-operative program on quality of life in patients waiting for CABG surgery. Review Methods: A mixed-method systematic review involving quantitative and qualitative research findings. Inclusion criteria for this review were quantitative and qualitative studies which focus on perceived social support or preoperative program on quality of life in patients waiting for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery. Results: The issue of perceived social support of patients prior to undergoing their CABG surgery existed from the last decades. Although many researchers have been conducted studies to solve the said issue, no proper solution was found until the present. Conclusion: More efforts should be made to improve the quality of life in patients awaiting CABG surgery to prepare them physically, mentally and sociologically to adapt themselves to a new lifestyle.