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Role of Educational Technology on the Students’ Performance at University Level
Authors: Nizakat  , Irshadullah Hafiz Muhammad , Idris Muhammad
Published: December 2023

The purpose of the study was to explore the role of educational technology on student’s performance at the university level. Objectives of this study were: (1) To investigate Students' perceptions about educational technology at the university level. (2) To find out the effects of educational technology on students’ performance at the university level. In this Research work, the following questions were used: (1) What are the students’ perceptions about educational technology at the university level? and (2) What are the effects of educational technology on students’ performance at the university level? All (2,139) of the BS students who participated in this study were students at Abdul Wali Khan University. In this study, samples of 402 BS students were used as the research sample. The sample was chosen randomly. A closed-ended questionnaire was created to collect data. Every step of the research procedure was followed. Data was collected in accordance with the sample. The gathered data was tabulated and then evaluated using percentage analysis. It was concluded that the role of educational technologies is very constructive and beneficial for the students. Based on the conclusion, it was recommended that learners should also use other search engines and focus on continuously updating and upgrading education technologies in their day-to-day lives.
Tolerancia del cliente y procesos de co-creación de valor en el sector hoteleiro
Authors: González-Mansilla Oscar Luis , Serra-Cantallops Antoni , Berenguer-Contri Gloria
Published: December 2023

Los procesos de co-creación de valor con los clientes suponen la participación activa de éstos en los procesos de suministro del servicio. Los clientes dejan de asumir un rol meramente pasivo y su participación activa puede conducir a resultados beneficiosos generadores de valor para ambos, empresa y cliente. Uno de estos beneficios para la empresa puede ser la contribución positiva de los procesos de co-creación de valor al capital de marca. En este artículo presentamos un modelo que analiza la influencia de los procesos de co-creación de valor sobre las dimensiones del capital de marca y el potencial efecto moderador de la tolerancia del cliente sobre estas relaciones. El estudio se centra en el sector hotelero donde la existencia de investigaciones previas es reducida. Los resultados demuestran el efecto moderador de los niveles de tolerancia del consumidor en determinadas relaciones entre los procesos de co-creación y el capital de Marca.
Application of Rice Pest Repellent Using ESP32 Microcontroller and Internet of Things Based Sound Wave
Authors: Puryono Daniel Alfa , Pangestu Enggar Panji
Published: December 2023

This research aims to create an automatic pest-repellent system using the Internet of Things. This system uses a microcontroller model ESP32 Devkit and PIR sensor to detect the attack of rice field leafhopper pests. In addition, the application is also equipped with a buzzer and a servomotor that can repel leafhoppers. The circuit can be used to expel leafhoppers because it can emit ultrasonic waves in the range of 40 kHz. The resulting system is IoT-based, so it can be controlled via smartphone. The application can eradicate leafhoppers at a radius of 3 meters and can kill leafhoppers within 2 hours. However, if the distance is 6 meters, this tool can kill leafhoppers and locusts in a 4-hour time interval.
Właściwości mechaniczne betonów z dodatkiemmakrowłókien poliolefinowych
Authors: Helbrych Paweł
Published: December 2023

W artykule przedstawiono wyniki badań wpływudwóch typów makrowłókien poliolefinowych na właściwości świeżegoi stwardniałego betonu. Określono zawartość powietrza w mieszancebetonowej, klasę konsystencji, wytrzymałość na ściskanie,wytrzymałość betonu na rozciąganie w próbie zginania oraz wytrzymałośćna rozciąganie przy rozłupywaniu. Wykazano istotny wpływrodzaju, kształtu i budowy włókien syntetycznych na właściwościmechaniczne betonu. Dodatek włókien poliolefinowych nie wpłynąłnegatywnie na wytrzymałość na ściskanie betonu, a serie badawczez mniejszą ilością włókien fibrylowanych uzyskały podobne lublepsze wyniki wytrzymałościowe niż serie z większą ilością foliowłókien.Wyniki te wskazują na potencjał wykorzystania makrowłókienpolimerowych w konstrukcjach betonowych, co pozwoli na poprawęjego wytrzymałości i innych istotnych właściwości
Constructivist model of using new technologies in education
Authors: Czekajło Barbara
Published: December 2023

The human population of the 21st century can be described as the media generation. A derivative of scientific and technical progress, especially in information technology, is the extremely intensive development of new electronic mass media and multimedia. Thanks to them, today's reality shows new opportunities for development and broadly understood education. It creates an opportunity to learn about the entire reality surrounding us, and even the universe. The aim of this article is to present the most important components of media pedagogy, especially in the field of didactics. Attention is paid to the didactic values of the media in the education of global society. The article presents a historical background of the introduction of media into the educational process, distinguishing the phases of interest in the presence of media in teaching. Also, attention is paid to the modern – cognitivist – teaching and learning model, which is correlated with the processes of learning, collecting and consolidating knowledge by means of the media. The text also emphasizes the change from the traditional way of teaching to one that empowers the student, which is applicable in Polish legal regulations. The penultimate subchapter presents the didactic values and scope of using media in teaching. The rapidly progressing digitisation of every sphere of human life not only triggers new levels of quality of life but is also a specific indicator for research and theoretical analyses of the use of media in pedagogy and updating legal provisions constituting the basis for pedagogical practice.
The needs of people with disabilities in the opinion of high school students
Authors: Porembska Marta , Chrypankowski Filip
Published: December 2023

The inclusion of people with disabilities in social functioning should be preceded by a diagnosis and understanding of their specific needs. However, life experience shows that the perception of people with disabilities is associated with established thought patterns, stereotypes and superstitions. Preparing an inclusive environment, i.e., an environment that supports the development of people with disabilities, is also becoming an important challenge for modern schools. The aim of the article is to present the opinions of high school students on the needs of people with disabilities and their functioning in the society. The research was carried out using the diagnostic survey method in two groups of students (from mainstream high school and Catholic high school). The research results showed no significant differences between students of Catholic and mainstream schools (only a slightly larger number of students from Catholic school compared to students from mainstream school declared the possibility of entering into a relationship with a person with a disability).
Pandemiczne rozszczelnienie dziecięcej codzienności. Recenzja książki Codzienność/niecodzienność szkolna w czasie pandemii COVID-19 w dyskursie uczniów edukacji wczesnoszkolnej, pod red. Józefy Bałachowicz i Zuzanny Zbróg
Authors: Galanciak Sylwia
Published: December 2023

recenzja książki Codzienność/niecodzienność szkolna w czasie pandemii COVID-19 w dyskursie uczniów edukacji wczesnoszkolnej, pod red. Józefy Bałachowicz i Zuzanny Zbróg
ANALYSIS OF MEDIATING ROLES OF PERSONAL RELATIVE DEPRIVATION AND TRAIT ANXIETY FACTORS IN THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION AND MATERIALIST PERSONALITY TYPE
Authors: AYDOĞAN Doğan
Published: December 2023

In the study, the relationship between social media addiction, personal relative deprivation perception, trait anxiety and materialistic personality type was examined. The significant role of the anxiety factor indicates that the materialistic personality type develops in accordance with the terror management theory; the meaningless role of this factor will support that belonging and social acceptance-exculsion concepts are determinative in the relationship between social media use and materialistic personality. As a result of the analyzes (N=309), it is determined that the trait anxiety factor did not play a mediating role in the relationship between social media addiction and materialistic personality type, while the personal relative deprivation perception played a full mediator role. When the correlation of the materialistic personality type with the statements related to belongings was examined, it was determined that the materialist personality type did not create a significant correlation with the perception of social loneliness, but with the perception of unhappiness in romantic relationships. Therefore, it has been accepted that the effect of social media addiction on the materialistic personality type develops entirely through the perception of personal relative deprivation and in relation to the dissatisfaction experienced in romantic relationships.
Analisis Inovasi Produk Terhadap Nilai Guna Tapis Di Desa Kalirejo Kecamatan Negeri Katon Kabupaten Pesawaran Provinsi Lampung
Authors: Yudiana Sari  , Sulastri  , Homsatun Nafiah
Published: December 2023

Ibu rumah tangga di desa Kalirejo Kecamatan Negeri Katon, Kabupaten Pesawaran, Provinsi Lampung memproduksi tapis dengan skala home industry untuk menambah pemasukan ekonomi keluarga. Namun selama ini produksi tapis dengan skala tersebut memiliki kelemahan terutama dalam hal inovasi produk. Produk tapis yang dihasilkan hanya seputar selendang dan kain sarung saja. Hal ini berdampak pada jumlah penjualan karena tapis hanya digunakan dalam kegiatan formal saja seperti acara adat ataupun pernikahan. Hasil dari turunan produk tapis pun masih di dominasi kalangan dewasa; belum menjangkau kalangan remaja. Hal ini dikarenakan desain serta bentuk turunan tapis yang ada saat ini dinilai belum sesuai dengan perkembangan masyarakat sekarang. Maka dari itu perlu adanya inovasi untuk memperbarui produk yang sudah ada agar dapat lebih menarik perhatian konsumen dan memiliki perbedaan dengan produsen lainnya. Sehingga nantinya akan berdampak pada kenaikan jumlah pemakaian yang secara tidak langsung juga akan berpengaruh pada kenaikan jumlah penjualan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan konsulatif terhadap mitra. Metode ini dilakukan dengan cara meminta pendapat mitra terkait pelatihan atau kegiatan yang berlangsung serta memberitahu atau meluruskan hal hal yang bersifat prinsip yang kiranya keliru atau menyimpang. Sedangkan untuk kegiatan yang bersifat praktek, peneltian ini menggunakan pendekatan partisipatif, yaitu diskusi terkait permasalahan yang ada, pencarian alternative solusi dan pembuatan keputusan atas dasar kerjasama atau kesepakatan bersama. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk meningkatkan potensi masyarakat desa dengan sasaran (mitra) masyarakat yang produktif secara ekonomi
Penyuluhan Hukum tentang Pemilihan Umum Menyongsong Pesta Demokrasi 2024 di Desa Girirejo Ngablak Magelang
Authors: Hadi Karyono
Published: December 2023

Pemilihan Umum merupakan sarana demokrasi guna mewujudkan sistem pemerintahan negara yang berkedaulatan rakyat. Pemerintah negara yang dibentuk melalui Pemilihan Umum itu adalah yang berasal dari rakyat, dijalankan sesuai dengan kehendak rakyat dan diabdikan untuk kesejahteraan rakyat. Pemerintahan yang berkedaulatann rakyat adalah menempatkan rakyat sebagai orang yang menentukan siapa yang akan diberikan mandat memegang pemerintahan, untuk diberi mandat sebagai pemimpin negarawan. Namun kenyataan dimasyarakat banyak juga yang tidak memahami arti pentingnya pemilihan umum dan mencari pemimpin negarawan dalam setiap kali pesta demokrasi diadakan. Penyuluhan hukum tentang pemilu ini dengan tujuan untuk meningkatkan kesadaran pentingnya partisisipasi dalam pemilu dalam upaya memcari pemimpin negarawan. Penyuluhan hukum ini dilkaksanakan di desa Girirejo, Kecamatan Ngablak, Kabupaten magelang. Hasil penyuluhan telah membangkitkan semangat masyarakat desa Girirejo, hal ini dibuktikan terjadinya dialog antara warga dengan penyuluh tentang berbagai problema dalam pemilihan umum dari masalah money politik, pelanggaran hukum pemilu sampai bagaimana memahami ciri-ciri pemmpin yang negarawan dan bagaimana seharusnya kita sebagai warga negara harus bersikap.
“Le père-créateur” of modern school of violin playing: marking the anniversary of Giovanni B. Viotti
Authors:   Prokofiev Moscow Regional College of Music, Podmazova Polina B.
Published: December 2023

The article focuses on one of the key figures in the world of music at the turn of the 18th/19th centuries, an acknowledged leader of French school of violin playing—G.B. Viotti. The study is the first attempt of Russian musicology to highlight the role of Viotti as the founder of the modern school of violin playing. Viotti's performing art with its large-scale and expressive manner of playing that reveals all the possibilities of violin as an instrument as well as ample opportunity for its artistic presentation, is vividly reflected in the genre of the solo violin concerto. His vision of the genre served as a model for the next generation of violin composers. Viotti's traditions of creativity have extended throughout Europe. In France, they were developed by his closest followers—R. Kreutzer, P. Rode, P. Baillot, who embodied them in their joint work—the famous "Méthode de violon" (1802) of the Paris Conservatory. A. Robberechts became their successor in the Franco-Belgian violin school, while F.W. Pixis developed Viotti’s tradition in the Czech school. Viotti's principles are rooted in German violin art thanks to the composing and performing activities of L. Spohr. At the new stage in the development of violin performance, a great contribution to the preservation and development of Viotti’s tradition was made by J. Joachim and L. Auer. The two outstanding teachers brought up more than one generation of famous violinists. N. Paganini, L. van Beethoven, F. Mendelssohn, H. Vieuxtemps, H. Wieniawski, E. Lalo, A. Dvořák, P. Tchaikovsky, A. Glazunov, J. Sibelius, as well as S. Prokofiev, D. Shostakovich, and A. Khachaturian borrowed, rethought and interpreted the creative ideas of Viotti's concerts and the traces of these ideas are found in their violin works. The paper offers a fresh look at the activities of the greatest violinist of the past and evaluates Viotti's contribution to the formation of the best traditions of violin playing.
“The shadow of night” by Harrison Birtwistle: poetics of the composition
Authors:   Gnesin Russian Academy of Music, Tsaregradskaya Tatiana V.
Published: December 2023

The article is devoted to one of the most notable music pieces written by the British composer Harrison Birtwistle; it belongs to the late period of his activity as a composer (written in 2001). The composer decided to write a preface to this piece where he explained his main ideas and this fact served as a starting point for research on the techniques used by the composer in this composition. The key idea of the piece is the multiple interpretation of the melancholy phenomenon which is shown in different aspects such as “Melencolia” by Albrecht Durer, interpreted by a number of outstanding philosophers. British Barock tradition is represented by the poetic “School of Night” and one of its members, George Chapman who has written a poem “Shadow of night” which has given its name to the composition by Birtwistle. Another Barock author, composer John Dowland composed a song“In darkness let me dwell” which became a source of melodic element in Birtwistle`s composition. This element is developed in different ways and is included in such phenomenae as “processional” form, melodic “line”, preference of different ostinato figures, drones, orchestration as a means of articulating the development of form, rhythmic variations, post-serial twelve-tone technique. Analysis of Birtwistle`s “Shadow of night” appears for the first time in Russian music theory and it reveals the main features of late Birtwistle`s style: the deep interest to melancholy as a multifaceted phenomenon designating not only sorrowful images and dark mood but also revealing its link to the inner source of creative power, “the humor of the night”.
Pengaruh Variasi Stuktur Rangka Terhadap Kekuatan Pembebanan Pada Stasiun Pengisian Daya Listrik dengan Panel Surya
Authors: Suparman Ade , Sunardi Ade , Zaenudin Mohamad
Published: December 2023

The use of solar panels in electric power charging stations is becoming increasingly popular as part of efforts to adopt renewable energy sources. In this context, the structural framework supporting the solar panels plays a crucial role in maintaining the stability and reliability of the system. Therefore, this thesis aims to investigate the influence of various structural framework variations on the strength of static loading in solar-powered electric charging stations. The research methodology employed simulation of static loading at three different load levels, namely 40 kg, 50 kg, and 60 kg. The analysis was conducted by comparing the equivalent stresses and total deformations between "Design 1" and "Design 2" at each load level. The research findings reveal significant differences in equivalent stresses and total deformations between the two designs at each load level. Design 1, with a stiffer structural framework, exhibited higher equivalent stresses and greater total deformations compared to Design 2. Consequently, this study provides a deeper understanding of the influence of various structural framework variations on the strength of static loading in solar panel support structures. These findings can serve as a basis for optimizing the structural design of solar-powered electric charging systems.
Hair Growth Promotion Skills for Hair Dressers and Nutrition Requirements for Hair Growth of Females in Abia State, Nigeria
Authors:   College of Education, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State, Nigeria, Ezema Priscilla Nnenna
Published: December 2023

The study focuses on hair growth promotion skills for hair dressers and nutrition requirements for hair growth of females in Umunneochi local government area (LGA) of Abia State. Specifically, the study aimed to examine the practices that promote human hair growth, assess the importance of human hair growth, determine the effect of poor nutrition on hair and identify the skills of hairdressers to promote hair growth. The study adopted a descriptive research design. Population for the study was 2,800. Sample for the study was 200 using a multistage sampling techniques involving simple random sampling and purposive sampling techniques. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire. Data collected were analyzed using mean. The result of the study examined six practices that promote human hair growth, six importance of human hair, eight effects of poor nutrition on hair and eleven hairdressers’ skills were identified. It was suggested that adolescents and mothers should be encouraged to eat recommended diets to suit their age; they should maintain a good hairdresser; and they should consult a dermatologist at regular intervals and follow their advice.
An Integrative Review of Laboratory Accidents among Metallurgical Technicians: Types, Causes, Effects and Prevention Strategies
Authors: Ujah Chika Oliver
Published: December 2023

Prevention, they say, is cheaper, easier and better than curing. It is from this maxim that this study was conceptualized. Metallurgical laboratory accidents are an issue of great concern because it not only affect the productivity and economic growth of an organization but also the physical, mental, and entire wellbeing of the victim. This study was aimed at reviewing the types and causes of metallurgical laboratory accidents, their effects, and their preventive measures. It was concluded that if the identified preventive measures are strictly adhered to, the prevalence of such accidents would be curtailed tremendously.
Refractive Surgery Overview
Authors: Stein Raymond , Stein Rebecca
Published: December 2023

Advancements in technology and techniques are continuously shaping the field of refractive surgery for the correction of myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and presbyopia. As a result, more patients are seeking alternatives to spectacles or contact lenses.

Clinicians must stay up-to-date with the latest options available for vision correction. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the exciting progress being made in this area of clinical advancements and research.
Calcifediol in patients with hip fractures
Authors: Moretti Antimo , Tomaino Federica , Serlenga Gabriella , Centaro Massimo , Liguori Sara , Paoletta Marco , Iolascon Giovanni
Published: December 2023

Vitamin D deficiency has a high prevalence in the elderly population. This condition can cause sarcopenia and osteoporomalacia, which are associated with an increased risk of falls and fractures, especially of the proximal femur. These fractures have devastating consequences in terms of mortality, disability, and healthcare and social costs. Considering that 60% of hip fracture patients have hypovitaminosis D, and a serum 25(OH)D₃ increase of 10 ng/ml reduces the risk of hip fracture by 20%, correction of vitamin D status is clearly essential. Among the available preparations of vitamin D, calcifediol is preferred in cases with liver disease, malabsorption, obesity, and concomitant use of corticosteroids. Calcifediol administration corrects vitamin D deficiency and suppresses parathyroid hormone within 1 week, reaching the serum 25(OH)D₃ threshold of 30 ng/ml in 2 weeks. Correction of hypovitaminosis D with calcifediol also improves muscle strength and physical performance, reducing the risk of falls. Evidence about the role of calcifediol in the management of hip fracture patients is still scarce. Compared with placebo, administration of calcifediol in combination with strengthening exercise led to increased overall survival in patients with hip fracture. The efficacy of calcifediol in rapidly normalizing vitamin D status might be particularly useful in patients at imminent risk of fracture, such as those with hip fracture who need to receive immediate treatment with anti-osteoporotic drugs. KEY WORDS: Hip fractures, vitamin D deficiency, calcifediol, osteoporosis.
Study on critical illness and bone turnover
Authors: Marcucci Gemma , Cozzolino Morena , Duradoni Mirko , Parri Simone , Fossi Caterina , Signorini Carla , Bonizzoli Manuela , Masi Laura , Peris Adriano , Brandi Maria Luisa
Published: December 2023

Purpose: Critical illness has been recognized to acutely influence bone metabolism and, consequently, bone mineral density. The main purpose of this study was to describe bone metabolism changes in adult survivors of critical illness in an attempt to correlate them with severity scores. Methods: An open, prospective, observational, monocentric study in patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) was conducted, evaluating bone metabolism at baseline (within 72 hours of ICU admission), 6 months, and 12 months. Results: Fifty-nine patients admitted to the ICU (63% males), mean age 58 ± 16 years, were enrolled. Of these, 20 patients (34%) completed the one-year follow up. At baseline, bone resorption showed an increase, which was maintained at 6 months, and followed by normalization at 12 months. Patients showed, in the majority of cases, hypovitaminosis D with hyperparathyroidism at baseline with subsequent normalization. A trend towards a correlation was described between severity scores and serum 25(OH) vitamin D and bone turnover marker levels. Conclusions: These results help to confirm a positive association between critical illness requiring ICU admission and bone metabolism changes. This study lays the foundations for further studies evaluating bone health in ICU patients. KEY WORDS: Critical illness, osteoporosis, bone turnover, bone metabolism, treatment.
Back pain, postural balance and quality of life in vertebral fragility fractures: a prospective cohort study
Authors: Scaturro Dalila , Tomasello Sofia , Mauro Giulia Letizia
Published: December 2023

Osteoporosis is characterized by poor bone quality, reduced bone mass and and increased risk of fragility fractures. Vertebral fragility fracture can result in chronic pain, postural and balance disorders and poor quality of life (QoL). The purpose of this longitudinal cohort study was to assess the effectiveness of two months of rehabilitation in patients with at least two vertebral fragility fractures receiving vitamin D and denosumab. In 28 patients, we studied the following measures of outcome before (T0) and after (T1) an eight-week rehabilitation programme: pain (Numerical Rating Scale), QoL (36-Item Short Form Survey and Mini-Osteoporosis Quality of Life Questionnaire), vertigo (Dizziness Handicap Inventory, Italian version), mobility (Timed-Up and Go, TUG test) and instrumental posturographic assessment (posturography system). At the end of the treatment improvements in pain and QoL were recorded in all the patients. Pain reduction was recorded in patients with more than two vertebral fractures. In addition, functional improvement (TUG test) was found in those with two vertebral fractures. Our results suggest that combined intervention, including anti-osteoporosis drugs (denosumab, vitamin D) and postural rehabilitation, should be proposed to osteoporotic patients with multiple fragility vertebral fractures. KEY WORDS: Osteoporosis, postural balance, pain, quality of life.
Perspective Chapter: From Data to Design – Leveraging Façade Sensors for Intelligent Architecture
Authors: Reme Ibrahim Mubarak
Published: December 2023

This chapter explores the fascinating domain of leveraging façade sensors for intelligent architecture, focusing on the seamless transition from data to design. This study will delve into the integration of advanced sensor technologies within building façades to collect valuable data that inform the architectural design process. This chapter investigates how these sensors provide real-time information on various aspects, such as environmental conditions, occupancy and energy usage, enabling architects to design responsive, sustainable and occupant-centric buildings. Architects can improve building performance, optimise user experience and shape the future of intelligent architecture by harnessing the capabilities of façade sensors.
Methodology lecturers’ pedagogical strategies used to prepare pre-service Intermediate Phase isiZulu teachers for teaching inclusive reading
Authors: Ntshangase Chief , Tshuma Lindiwe
Published: December 2023

There is overwhelming evidence in the South African education context regarding reading challenges in schools. While the majority of studies conducted in the last decade focus heavily on learners’ inadequate age-appropriate reading skills, very few studies focus on teachers’ or teacher educators’ facilitation of effective reading comprehension skills, particularly for at-risk readers. In this study, the term at-risk readers refers to learners with reading difficulties in mainstream schools. Since pre-service teacher preparation is a responsibility of university teacher education departments, at the university level, effective pedagogical strategies for teaching inclusive reading to at-risk readers should be taught by university lecturers. The current study aims to analyse the pedagogical strategies used to prepare pre-service Intermediate Phase (IP) isiZulu teachers to teach inclusive reading in mainstream schools. This qualitative study is guided by the simple view of reading, which integrates word reading, language skills and reading comprehension for holistic literacy development. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with seven isiZulu methodology lecturers purposively selected from five South African universities. The researcher analysed the qualitative data through thematic analysis. The unit of analysis in this study was pre-service lecturers’ strategies used to prepare IP isiZulu teachers to teach inclusive reading. Findings reveal that university teacher education departments do not adequately equip pre-service IP teachers with the necessary pedagogical skills to teach inclusive reading to at-risk readers in mainstream schools. This study aims to extend the debate on teacher pedagogical content knowledge required for developing inclusive reading in mainstream schools.
Effect of Esketamine Applied in Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy on Negative Postoperative Behavioral Changes of Children
Authors: Zhang Yu , Yao Junli , Yang Chen , Li Li
Published: December 2023

Background: Fiberoptic bronchoscopy is currently the most commonly used invasive examination method in clinical practice. Objectives: This study aimed to assess the impact of esketamine administration during fiberoptic bronchoscopy on the occurrence of negative postoperative behavioral changes (NPOBCs) in children. Methods: Ninety children undergoing fiberoptic bronchoscopy were enrolled and randomly assigned to 3 groups: the control group (group C, n = 30), treatment group 1 (group D1, n = 30), and treatment group 2 (group D2, n = 30). Group C received intratracheal surface anesthesia and sevoflurane inhalation, along with an intravenous injection of 5 mL of normal saline. Group D1 received intratracheal surface anesthesia and sevoflurane inhalation in addition to an intravenous injection of 0.5 mg/kg of esketamine diluted to 5 mL. Group D2 received intratracheal surface anesthesia and sevoflurane inhalation, with an intravenous injection of 0.75 mg/kg of esketamine diluted to 5 mL. Results: The incidence of NPOBCs was lower in groups D1 and D2 compared to group C at 1, 7, 14, and 30 days after the examination (P < 0.05). The pediatric anesthesia emergence delirium (PAED) scores were lower in groups D1 and D2 than in group C, with group D2 scoring lower than group D1 (P < 0.05). Groups D1 and D2 had a longer time to awaken than group C (P < 0.05), with group D2 having a longer time than group D1. The face, legs, activity, cry, and consolability (FLACC) scores in groups D1 and D2 were significantly lower than in group C, and group D2 had a lower score than group D1 (P < 0.05). The incidence of adverse reactions was lower in groups D1 and D2 compared to group C, and the rate was even lower in group D2 than in group D1 (P < 0.05). Conclusions: Administration of esketamine at a dose of 0.75 mg/kg may yield better clinical outcomes.
Determination of Childbirth Readiness and Fear of Childbirth in Multiple Pregnancy and Related Factors: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Abali Cetin Serpil , Çiçek Özlem
Published: December 2023

Background: The effects of multiple pregnancies on childbirth readiness (CR) and fear of childbirth (FC) have not been investigated in previous studies. Objectives: This study aims to determine the childbirth readiness and fear of childbirth in multiple pregnancies and factors affecting CR and FC. Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted from April to November 2022. The study data were collected using an online questionnaire created with Google Forms and the CR and FC sub-dimensions of the Prenatal Self-evaluation Questionnaire. Seventy-one women who filled out the data collection form were included in the study. Results: The mean CR score was 23.19 ± 6.35, and the mean FC score was 26.54 ± 5.68. A statistically significant relationship was found between the mean scores of readiness for delivery and the fear of childbirth scores of multiple pregnant women (r = 0.42, P < 0.001). Regarding the pregnant women's readiness for birth, a statistically significant relationship was found between education status, employment status, duration of the marriage, desire for pregnancy, family type, and the way in which they became pregnant (F (122.136) = 4.575, P < 0.001). Accordingly, there was a negative significant relationship between the independent variables, the duration of marriage and income, and the mean birth readiness score, while a positive significant relationship was found between a desire for pregnancy and the mean fear of childbirth (R2 = 0.043, P < 0.05). Conclusions: It was determined that the mean scores of readiness for childbirth and fear of birth in multiple pregnant women were moderate, and the most important effect for these variables was related to willingness for pregnancy.
Editor's Corner: House Speaker Shuffle: McCarthy Departs, Congress Seeks New Leader
Authors: Castle Jennifer
Published: December 2023

In a stunning turn of events, the United States witnessed a political earthquake that has sent shockwaves across the nation. The ousting of Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy has left many of us wondering what’s next in the turbulent world of American politics.
Get to Know . . . Perveen Rustomfram
Authors: Sinclair Gwen
Published: December 2023

Perveen Rustomfram presides over one of the newest regional federal depository collections at the Ned McWherter Library at the University of Memphis (UM), which is also a depository for Tennessee state publications. She has had a fulfilling and illustrious career at UM, where she started as a reference and instruction librarian in 1995. She previously cut her teeth on government documents at the Memphis Public Library, where she worked from 1987 to 1993. Originally from Hyderabad, India, she obtained a BSW in Social Work from Bombay University, an MA in Sociology from the University of Hyderabad, a BLS in Library Science from SNDT University, and an MLS from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
Illustrated, Incitive, and Indecent: Comic Censorship and the Effort to Stem Youth Corruption
Authors: Moore Kristin R.
Published: December 2023

Today, one would be hard-pressed to find a child, teen, or adult in the United States who has not been exposed to comic culture in some sense—a cultural element we share with those Americans from almost a century ago. Comic magazines (hereby referred to as comics) were a staple of American youth culture from the late-1930s to the mid-1950s. According to Paul Lopes, a 1944 study found that nearly every American between six and seven years old read comics, and Shawna Kidman estimates that prior to the comic book crash beginning in 1954, there were around 70 million American comic readers—a number which not only exceeded the US Census Bureau’s estimate of nearly 60 million Americans under age 20, but made up roughly 40% of the American population.1 In other words, around two in five Americans were comic readers at the time. In fact, comics were so popular that to promote literacy among soldiers, the US military even used specialized editions of popular comics, such as Action Comics’ Superman stories, which contained simplified language and quizzes titled “How well did you read?”2 It is clear that the medium was recognized to have engaged readers in all different parts of life, but if comics were so well read among Americans youths and adults alike, why did their popularity decline?
El real decreto como instrumento para la regulación de la formación y carrera militar de la princesa de Asturias
Authors: Ramírez Nárdiz Alfredo
Published: December 2023

El día 14 de marzo de 2023 se publicó en el BOE el Real Decreto 173/2023, de 14 de marzo, por el que se regula la formación y carrera militar de Su Alteza Real la Princesa de Asturias, doña Leonor de Borbón y Ortiz. Esta norma prevé una formación militar de tres años de duración que tendrá lugar en los tres ejércitos y que la heredera de la Corona terminará siendo oficial del Ejército de Tierra, del Ejército del Aire y de la Armada. Anteriormente, y también mediante el instrumento del real decreto, su padre el rey Felipe VI vio regulada su formación y carrera militar. Este texto se plantea la pregunta de si el citado instrumento jurídico es el más adecuado para regular esta materia propia de la Corona o si, por el contrario, sería más adecuada otro tipo de herramienta jurídica. Se concluye que el real decreto no es la norma ideal para regular estas materias y que resultaría más conveniente que, en el marco de una regulación general de la Corona, las mismas se regularan mediante una ley orgánica.
Realidad virtual como herramienta de análisis y diseño del paisaje sonoro
Authors: López Octavio , Baigorrí Germán , Maristany Arturo
Published: December 2023

Este trabajo se orienta a realizar un aporte acerca de las herramientas y técnicas posibles destinadas al estudio de los paisajes sonoros y de los sonidos que lo constituyen, incorporándolos como variable en el diseño de un espacio público abierto. El diseño del paisaje sonoro implica integrar distintos componentes que ayuden no solo a mitigar ruidos molestos, sino que a su vez aporten a la calidad de vida de los espacios exteriores. La propuesta se basa en una metodología que busca incorporar nuevas herramientas enmarcadas en la experiencia inmersiva y aumentada utilizando la realidad virtual. Se propuso y verificó una técnica de evaluación de escenas sonoras para el diseño de espacios urbanos abiertos, incorporando en el proceso el uso de realidad virtual o aumentada. Se realizó un relevamiento del sitio de estudio, su simulación en la realidad virtual a través de un modelo 3D y finalmente se analizó una intervención de carácter paisajista sobre el sitio seleccionado con la correspondiente auralización de la escena sonora. La técnica permite profundizar el estudio de las variables que influyen en la percepción sonora de los espacios exteriores, los tipos de fuentes y el nivel de percepción y/o molestia que producen en los usuarios, a fin de brindar un mayor confort acústico al usuario producto de una mejora en la calidad sonora del espacio a través de su diseño.
Comparative analysis of MULTIMOORA, WASPAS and WISP methods: The case of candidate selection
Authors: Stanujkić Maja
Published: December 2023

This article conducts a comparative examination of three Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) methods: Multi-Objective Optimization by Ratio Analysis plus Full Multiplicative Form (MULTIMOORA), Weighted Aggregates Sum Product Assessment (WASPAS), and Simple Weighted Sum Product (WISP). The analysis is carried out within the context of a personnel selection problem, focusing exclusively on income attributes in the MCDM framework. The results obtained from the analysis, specifically the formulated ranking lists, reveal a consensus in selecting the same alternative as the most suitable across all three MCDM methods. However, there are partial discrepancies in the ranking lists of alternatives, highlighting variations in their assessments.
Evaluation of the antibacterial properties of copper-based mixed metal oxide nanocomposite
Authors: Biju R.
Published: December 2023

Copper-based nanocomposite has a wide variety of applications in various fields of science. The present study focuses on the preparation of copper oxide and zinc oxide nanocomposites by the chemical precipitation method. The prepared samples were analyzed with the help of various characterization techniques, such as XRD, SEM, UV/visible spectroscopy, and EDAX. Using the XRD pattern, the crystallite size determination is carried out, and the crystalline nature of the nanocomposite is confirmed. With SEM analysis, surface morphological studies were performed. EDAX analysis conforms to the formation of mixed metal oxide nanocomposites. The antimicrobial behavior of samples was evaluated for E. coli bacteria using the disc diffusion method.
Ecoeficiencia y cultura ambiental en el personal administrativo de una universidad peruana
Authors: Layme Chura Sonia , Carrion Fredes Solime Olga , Morales Rocha José Luis , Serruto Medina Genciana , Maquera Lupaca Roger , Luna Sonco Rubén Alberto
Published: December 2023

El objetivo de este estudio de investigación fue determinar de qué manera un plan de ecoeficiencia promoverá la cultura ambiental en los trabajadores administrativos de la Universidad Nacional de Moquegua. Se utilizó un enfoque cuantitativo, empleando un diseño de investigación no experimental, transversal y de alcance descriptivo correlacional. La muestra consistió en 101 trabajadores administrativos de la Universidad Nacional de Moquegua. Se utilizaron cuestionarios validados por tres expertos y el Alpha de Cronbach para asegurar su confiabilidad. Para el análisis de datos se emplearon el software SPSS v.26 y se aplicó el coeficiente de correlación de Spearman. Los resultados obtenidos revelaron una correlación significativa entre ecoeficiencia y la cultura ambiental en los trabajadores administrativos de la Universidad Nacional de Moquegua. Por tanto, se concluye que un plan de ecoeficiencia promoverá la cultura ambiental en el personal administrativo de la Universidad Nacional de Moquegua.
THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY INTERVENTION FOCUSED ON PARENT TRAINING FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN WITH AUTISM: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors:   Centar za odgoj, obrazovanje i rehabilitaciju „Vladimir Nazor“-, Pasalic Arnela
Published: December 2023

Increased number of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has also heightened interest in finding and providing appropriate interventions. Early intervention is implemented at the moment when deviations are noticed, without waiting for an official diagnosis. Parents are crucial participants in interventions carried out with children; therefore, this research considers interventions focused on training parents to work with children with ASD up to the age of six. For the purposes of this paper, we searched the following journals: Autism, Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, and Research in Autism. The search was limited to editions from 2012 to 2022, and the following keywords were considered: parent training, early intervention, autism. References were searched manually. The initial search yielded a total of 992 articles. Twenty-four studies related to children up to six years old and involving parent training in early intervention were included in the analysis. Using a tool for assessing quantitative studies, the selected studies were evaluated, with each component assessed based on the information contained in the study as good, moderate, or weak. The overall rating for the paper can be strong, moderate, or weak. This paper highlights the importance of support to enhance parental competencies.
Research Methodology of Mompreneurs’ Career Narratives in China’ Social Media Context
Authors:   Yixin Publisher, Wang Yiwei
Published: December 2023

This paper began with an overview of the philosophical assumptions and frameworks behind qualitative research. Since this study aims to get a deeper insight into the entrepreneurial career experience of mothers within the context of social media, the researcher discusses narrative inquiry method. This method focuses on interpretating and understanding the meaning of stories, as well as presenting transitional periods in people’s lives. The paper then details the data collection process, including interviews and data analysis. Both a demographic questionnaire and in-depth individual interviews were utilized to collect data on the experiences and perceptions of mothers. Finally, ethical considerations and the potential impact of the researcher’s role on participants’ interviews and narratives are addressed
Indications des césariennes chez la primipare dans la ville de Butembo
Authors:   ISTM Butembo, KATUNGU Pascaline KAKULE
Published: December 2023

La césarienne est un accouchement artificiel après une ouverture chirurgicale de l’utérus gravide par voie abdominale essentiellement. Elle est une intervention majeure qui exige de la part de l’obstétricien, l’expérience, la dextérité ainsi qu’une connaissance plus précise de l’anatomie. C’est une étude descriptive à visée analytique sur 152 primipares ayant subi la césarienne dans les centres hospitaliers de la ville de Butembo au cours de la période allant du 10 janvier au 10 mars 2018. Nous avons procédé à l’analyse documentaire des fiches de la consultation prénatale, les partogrammes, différents registres et les dossiers médicaux des accouchées (primipares). Nous avons trouvé que l’indication des césariennes la plus fréquente était liée aux souffrances foetales aiguës. Les indications liées au bassin de la mère et aux annexes étaient faibles. La consultation prénatale serait le moyen efficace pour prévenir les césariennes. Ainsi les mères doivent être sensibilisées à y participer régulièrement. Mots-clés: Césariennes, primipares, accouchement
What Constitutes Quality of Life? Perspectives of Adolescents and Young Adults With Advanced Cancer
Authors: Hinkle Jane , Wiener Lori , Altschuler Andrea , Brock Katharine E. , Casperson Mallory , Chao Chun R. , Fisher Lauren , Kushi Lawrence H. , Lakin Joshua R. , Lefebvre Anna , Schwartz Corey M. , Shalman Dov M. , Wall Catherine B. , Mack Jennifer W.
Published: December 2023

Background: Adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with advanced cancer identify maintaining a good quality of life (QoL) as a central goal of end-of-life care. QoL is a dynamic and subjective overarching concept that refers to an individual’s relative satisfaction with their own life. Despite its importance to AYAs with advanced cancer, a patient-centered definition of QoL is lacking in this population. Patients and Methods: This qualitative secondary analysis of semistructured interviews was conducted across 3 institutions and 1 online support community among AYA patients with advanced cancer, family caregivers, and health care providers who cared for living or recently deceased AYAs. Interviewees were asked about priorities in receipt of care. Interviews were transcribed using NVivo software for primary analysis, and previously coded excerpts were screened for references to QoL. Relevant excerpts were sorted into organizing domains. Results: Participants included 23 AYA patients, 28 family caregivers, and 29 health care providers (including physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, and psychologists). Four domains of QoL were identified: psychosocial and physical well-being, dignity, normalcy, and personal and family relationships. Within each domain there was agreement across AYAs, caregivers, and health care providers, with nuanced perspectives provided by AYAs of different ages. Personal and family relationships was the most frequently referenced domain of QoL among all participants. A common feature of each domain was that adaptation to current circumstances impacted perspectives on QoL. Patients valued active participation in the development of a care plan that supported these domains. Conclusions: AYAs with advanced cancer, their caregivers, and health care providers agree on several broad domains of QoL in this population. To provide high-quality, patient-centered care, care plans should integrate these domains to enable AYAs to maximize their QoL throughout their advanced cancer care.