bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Đánh giá kết quả điều trị viêm tuỷ răng có hồi phục được chụp tuỷ trực tiếp bằng mineral trioxide aggregate
Authors: Thanh Lưu Hà
Published: May 2023

Mục tiêu: Đánh giá kết quả điều trị viêm tuỷ răng có hồi phục được chụp tuỷ trực tiếp bằng mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA). Đối tượng và phương pháp: Nghiên cứu tiến hành trên 21 bệnh nhân được chụp tủy trực tiếp bằng MTA tại Khoa Răng miệng - Bệnh viện Trung ương Quân đội 108 từ tháng 5/2022 đến tháng 01/2023 theo phương pháp nghiên cứu can thiệp không đối chứng. Các răng này được chụp tủy trực tiếp bằng MTA theo cùng một quy trình. Kết quả điều trị được đánh giá sau 6 tháng theo nguyên nhân gây bệnh, vị trí tổn thương, vị trí tủy hở. Kết quả: Sau 6 tháng theo dõi, chúng tôi thu được kết quả tỷ lệ răng có kết quả điều trị “Thành công” là 90,5%, “Thất bại” là 9,5% (2 trường hợp “thất bại” đã được lấy tủy toàn bộ và hàn kín ống tủy). Bệnh nhân bị sâu răng và nứt, vỡ răng chủ yếu có kết quả chụp tủy sau 6 tháng “Thành công” (chiếm 88,2% và 100% theo thứ tự). Với vị trí tổn thương sát sừng tủy, tỷ lệ kết quả “Thất bại” chỉ chiếm tỷ lệ 11,8%. Trong khi đó, 100% răng có tổn thương sát trần buồng tủy có kết quả “Thành công” sau 6 tháng. Tuy nhiên sự khác biệt không có ý nghĩa thống kê với p>0,05 (Fisher’s exact test). Kết luận: Chụp tủy trực tiếp bằng MTA trên các răng vĩnh viễn viêm tủy có hồi phục có tỷ lệ thành công cao.
Một số đặc điểm và kết quả phẫu thuật điều trị u nhú thanh quản tại Bệnh viện Quân y 103
Authors: Nam Quản Thành
Published: May 2023

Mục tiêu: Tìm hiểu đặc điểm lâm sàng, hình thái tổn thương mô bệnh học và đánh giá kết quả phẫu thuật điều trị u nhú thanh quản ở người lớn. Đối tượng và phương pháp: Nghiên cứu mô tả từng trường hợp có can thiệp trên 35 bệnh nhân được chẩn đoán u nhú thanh quản tại Khoa Tai Mũi Họng - Bệnh viện Quân y 103 từ năm 2015 đến năm 2022. Kết quả: Tỷ lệ nam/nữ trong nhóm nghiên cứu là 3,38/1; độ tuổi trung bình: 47,23 ± 12,63; triệu chứng cơ năng chủ yếu là khàn tiếng (97,14%); vị trí u nhú thường gặp nhất là dây thanh (74,28%); u nhú thanh quản thường đa dạng về mặt hình thái; u nhú thường chiếm tỷ lệ 91,43%, u nhú có loạn sản chiếm tỷ lệ 8,57%; bệnh nhân chủ yếu chỉ phẫu thuật 1 lần (91,43%); sau phẫu thuật u nhú: 22,86% bệnh nhân hết khàn tiếng, 71,43% bệnh nhân khàn nhẹ; bệnh nhân hầu như không có tai biến sau phẫu thuật (94,28%); có 77,14% bệnh nhân không tái phát sau phẫu thuật và kết quả phẫu thuật tốt chiếm tỷ lệ cao 71,43%. Kết luận: U nhú thanh quản ở người lớn chủ yếu gặp ở nam giới, triệu chứng cơ năng chính là khàn tiếng (97,14%), vị trí hay gặp nhất ở dây thanh (74,28%). Kết quả giải phẫu bệnh: u nhú thường chiếm tỷ lệ 91,43%. Bệnh nhân phẫu thuật 1 lần (91,43%) và đạt kết quả tốt sau phẫu thuật (71,43%).
Analysis of Mathematics Textbook Problems for Class X Viewed from Creativity
Authors: Mylina Resa , Widodo Suryo , Katmingsih Yuni
Published: May 2023

This study aims to describe the level of creativity of questions in class X high school/vocational high school mathematics textbooks, the subject matter of the trigonometry series, and comparisons based on the creativity indicators of questions. The type of research used is descriptive qualitative. To ensure the credibility of the data, the researcher uses a triangulation method. The subject of this study were Competency Test questions in Mathematics Textbooks K13 curriculum, written by Dicky Susanto, Theja Kurniawan, Savitri K. Sihombing, Eunice Salim, Marianna Magdalena Radjawane, Ummy Salmah, Ambarsari Kusuma Wardani, published by the Center for Curriculum and Books (2021). Chapter Series Sequences and Trigonometry Comparisons of 10 questions. In this study, the level of creativity in these questions will be analyzed in stages based on the creativity indicators used in solving them. The results of this study are that the percentage of questions for each level of creativity is: Very Creative 0%, Creative 80%, Quite Creative 20%, Less Creative 0%, Not Creative 0%. From these results, it was found that the Competency Test questions contained in Class X SMA/SMK Mathematics Textbooks were written by Dicky Susanto, Theja Kurniawan, Savitri K. Sihombing, Eunice Salim, Marianna Magdalena Radjawane, Ummy Salmah, Ambarsari Kusuma Wardani, published by the Central Curriculum and Bookkeeping (2021) is Creative.

Keywords: [Question Creativity Level; Creative Problem Indicators; Textbook Analysis]
Dynamic Capability for Digital Transformation in Family-Owned Company: A Systematic Review
Authors: Maria Kaban Lila , Tukiran Martinus
Published: May 2023

Dynamic capability has been used as the basis for organizations to build digital transformation to stay competitive in the market. This literature review aims to determine the significance of dynamic capability and digital transformation in family businesses. Using a systematic literature review methodology and utilizing the Dimensions database, three articles that met the criteria and fulfilled the goal of the review were selected. The findings indicate that family businesses have important dynamic capabilities that can aid their survival and expansion through digital transformation. Therefore, family business owners and managers should be able to identify and effectively use their dynamic capabilities to implement digital transformation in their business operations.

Keywords: Digital Transformation, Dynamic Capability, Entrepreneurship, Family Business, Innovation
To Develop Basic French Learning Materials by Fr Site 123.com
Authors: Br Sinaga Wirnawati , Wete Polili Andi , Friska Junita
Published: May 2023

The aim of this research is to describe the process of developing basic French learning materials using Fr Site 123.com, to show its feasibility and to know its effectiveness. The research instruments were interview, questionnaire, test to measure the mastery of basic French materials by the students, validation instruments from material and media experts and student assessments, and pre-test and post-test instruments. This research uses research and development based on Branch’s ADDIE model (2009) to describe the development process consisting of 5 steps. The results indicate that the developed product is declared valid with the category of very good from material experts, media experts and students as users. The average value of material and media expert validation is 93,03 % while the average value of student assessment is 83 %. The average of student pre-test results before using the product was 16.33%, while, the average value of post-test results after using the developed product was 61.33%. So, based on the results of the pre-test and post-test the N-Gain refers to the medium category with a value of 0,54. The product increased students’ learning outcomes from pre-test to post-test by 45%.

Keywords: Material Learning, Basic French, Fr Site 123.com
Blood Donor Deferral Due to Anemia
Authors: Patil Omkareshwar , . Sukesh , C S Jayaprakash
Published: May 2023

Background: The Blood safety is a major issue all over worldwide in transfusion medicine. For this reason, blood donor selection is vital for the safety of donors and recipients as well as for maintaining an adequate blood supply. Detailed evaluation of various causes for the deferral of blood donors may be helpful for medical personnel to limit the barriers that disrupt blood donation. This study aimed to analyze the rate of deferral donors due to anemia and evaluate the various causes of deferral in blood donors to achieve 100% acceptance.
Methods: This is an Observational descriptive record-based study over 1 year. Donor selection criteria were followed according to the National guidelines of blood donation. The donors data was collected from the Donor deferral registry concerning age and Gender. The results are demonstrated as frequency and percentage in the form of tables and graphs.
Result: A total of 9059 donors presented to the blood bank during the study period, 7713 (85.14%) were accepted, and 1346 (14.86%) were deferred. 268 donors were deferred due to Anemia with low hemoglobin, that is 250 (93.29%) were females and 18 (6.71%) were males. All these anemic deferred donors were categorized as moderate 3.35% and 96.65% were mild anemia.

Keywords: Blood donation, Donor deferral, Low Haemoglobin, Anemia.
Green Tea Kombucha Prevents Increased Malondialdehyde and Decreased Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase (eNOS) in Male Rats Exposed to Nicotine E-Cigarette Vapor
Authors: Jonathan Agnes Lindrasari , Widyadharma I Putu Eka , Ayu Artini I Gusti
Published: May 2023

Background. Increased ROS accumulates oxidative stress which can be measured by increasing Malondialdehyde (MDA) and decreasing eNOS level. Green tea (Camellia sinensis) kombucha contains antioxidants, especially polyphenols that reduce ROS and prevent endothelial damage. This study aimed to determine the benefits of green tea kombucha in preventing increasing MDA and decreasing eNOS in male Wistar rats exposed to nicotine electric cigarette vapor.
Methods. A randomized pretest-posttest control group study was conducted in male Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus) aged 2-3 months, weighing 150-200 grams. Thirty-five rats were randomly divided into negative, control, and three treatment groups that were given 0.5ml, 1 ml and 2 ml of green tea kombucha (1 hour before exposure to cigarette vapors). Before treatment, MDA and eNOS level were measured. After 14 days, posttest MDA and eNOS were tested and a comparative analysis were performed.
Results. Pre-post MDA levels showed significant differences (p<0.05). Meanwhile, the results of eNOS comparative test showed the average in the posttest group had a significant difference (p<0.05). Post Hoc test analysis showed treatment group 1 and 2 had significantly different mean eNOS levels compared to the control group (p<0.05), indicating 1ml green tea kombucha prevents increasing MDA levels and 0.5 and 1 ml prevents decreasing eNOS in male Wistar rats exposed to nicotine electric cigarette vapor.
Conclusions. Administration of green tea kombucha prevents an increase in MDA and decrease in eNOS in male Wistar rats exposed to nicotine e-cigarette vapor.

Keywords: Camellia sinensis, Kombucha, eNOS, Malondialdehyde, electric cigarette.
Análise dos princípios da economia solidária na Associação de Pescadores de Camalaú/PB.
Authors:   , Sóstenes Bezerra Farias Ezequiel
Published: May 2023

Este trabalho constitui se de um estudo realizado na Associação de Pescadores do município de Camalaú Paraíba. Seu objetivo principal é an alisar se a APESCA desenvolve atividades dentro dos princípios da Economia Solidária. Quanto aos objetiv os específicos, têm se : verificar quais as contribuições socioeconômicas da associação para os pescadores, caracterizar a APESCA como sendo ou não um em preendimento solidário, identificar qual a concepção que os pescadores tê m em relação à Economia Solidária e conferir a existência de práticas agroecológicas. Metodologicamente, esta pesquisa é de natureza descritiva e exploratória, utilizando a pesquisa b ibliográfica, documental e a pesquisa de campo. C omo técnica de coleta de dados foi utilizada a observação in loco com aplicação de entrevista e questionário . A sua abordagem é quali quantitativa e na análise dos dados é utilizado o método estatístico desc ritivo. O universo da pesquisa é constituído pela Associação de Pescadores de Camalaú PB. Nesse sentido, os sujeitos da pesquisa são os própr ios associados. A pesquisa buscou abordar o tema Economia Solidária, analisando a presença ou ausência de seus prin cípios na associação. A análise vislumbra os indicadores de solidarismo internos e externos, a caracterização dos seus componentes como atores participantes e/ou participativos no processo administrativo e político e a eficiência e viabilidade econômica do empreendimento. Como resultado, embora debilidades e limites sejam identificados nessas experiências, e ainda as mesmas, não estarem totalmente adequadas aos princípios da Economia Solidária, é perceptível sua tendência geral a realizarem os seus fins, de preservação da vida em condições dignas, através da participação democrática e da reciprocidade. Conclui se que deve haver uma reorganização da estrutura asso ciativista e uma sensibilização junto aos pescadores da Associação de P escadores de Camalaú (APES CA) quanto à essência da Economia Solidária.
Análise do banco de sementes no solo em área ciliar de caatinga no semiárido paraibano.
Authors:   , Torreão Maciel Filho Renato
Published: May 2023

O trabalho objetivou avaliar a composição e dinâmica do banco de sementes do solo em área ciliar de Caatinga, subsidiando dessa forma o estabelecimento de mecanismos que fortaleçam as estratégias de conservação e recuperação do meio degradado no semiárido paraibano. O levantamento realizou-se ao longo do riacho da Umburana. Para o estudo do banco de sementes foram coletadas 51 amostras de solo. A flora do banco de sementes no solo na área ribeirinha do riacho da Umburana foi representada por 105 espécies pertencentes a 45 gêneros e 25 famílias botânicas, além de 28 morfoespécies. O componente predominante foi o herbáceo, o qual foi seguido pelo arbóreo, arbustivo e pelas lianas. As famílias mais bem representadas em número de espécies do banco de sementes no solo foram Euphorbiaceae seguida por Fabaceae, Malvaceae e Poaceae e ainda Convolvulaceae. Analisando particularmente as espécies mais representativas, verificou-se que as cinco mais numerosas foram Euphobiaceae 3 (1.275 plântulas), Commelina sp. (712 plântulas), Sida cordifolia (435 plântulas), Blainvillea rhomboidea (348 plântulas) e Poaceae 1 (269 plântulas). Estas espécies representaram 53,5% de todos os indivíduos levantados.
Políticas públicas para a população LGBTQIA+: a perspectiva dos munícipes da cidade de Sumé sobre suas políticas públicas no Estado da Paraíba.
Authors:   , Alexandre da Silva Tarlan
Published: May 2023

O presente artigo trabalha umas das facetas da gestão pública, as políticas públicas - que são as ações do Estado para seus representantes e alinha essa discussão à população historicamente marginalizada, a população LGBTQIA+. Procurando realizar o levantamento de todas as políticas públicas e ações direcionadas para a população LGTBQIA+ junto à divisão das ações focadas em cada “letra” da sigla no estado da Paraíba (Brasil) entre o período de 2003 e 2020. Além da realização deste levantamento, procura-se analisar os dados de mortes violentas a membros da população durante os anos de 2017, 2018 e 2019 no Estado, usando como base os dados disponíveis por Grupo Gay da Bahia; e a visibilidade dos indivíduos na sobre elas. Usando como forma para alcançar os objetivos alinhados a uma pesquisa qualitativa e descritiva junto à aplicação de questionário com os moradores da cidade de Sumé – PB, e dados secundários para as mortes violentas e dados e dados primários para a cidade de Sumé. A pesquisa resultou em que, há sim bastantes políticas expressas, mas elas não são efetivas, pois os dados de mortes violentas trazem a Paraíba como o 5º Estado no ranking dos últimos três anos feitos com base nos dados do GGB, ocorrendo principalmente nos grandes centros do Estado, fazendo com que os munícipes não conheçam alguns dos aparelhos e a divisão das políticas entre as letras serem apenas focadas em duas partes: geral para os membros da comunidade e para pessoas Trans e Travestis.
CULTURAL ADAPTATION OF A MINDFULNESS-BASED INTERVENTION FOR YOUNG ADULTS: AN APPLICATION OF HEURISTIC FRAMEWORK
Authors:   Department of Behavioral Sciences, National University of Sciences and Technology, Pakistan, Sarfraz Anum , Siddiqui Salma ,   School of Social Sciences and Humanities, National University of Sciences and Technology, Pakistan
Published: May 2023

The empirical evidence for Mindfulness-based interventions is auspicious. The socio-economic factors and political strife in low-middle-income countries puts young adults at heightened risk, which calls for preventive interventions grounded in cultural context. This study culturally adapted a mindfulness-based intervention for young adults by using the Heuristic framework. The outcome measures were also piloted. Study was carried out in four steps: First, information gathering, and second preliminary adaptation design. Third, preliminary adaptation testing was conducted by delivering the Mindfulness Training Course to students (n=8) and measuring preliminary pre-post intervention changes for stress, mindfulness, and psychological wellbeing. Feedback Interviews were conducted with stakeholders, to gain cultural equivalence, followed by the final adaptation refinement step. Results indicated universality in core principles of intervention components. However, major surface structure changes included language, length of the reading material, metaphorical expressions, and an additional orientation audio recording. Study provides a pragmatic methodological application for future intervention adaptation studies. Strong reliability of outcome measures and the post intervention improvement in young adults’ wellbeing and stress indicate probability of conducting future feasibility and effectiveness trials. Keywords: Mindfulness, cultural adaptation, preventive intervention, young adults, stress, youth
PARANORMAL BELIEFS AS PREDICTORS OF MALADAPTIVE EMOTIONAL SCHEMAS IN YOUNG ADULTS WITH FUNCTIONAL NEUROLOGICAL SYMPTOM DISORDER
Authors:   RICPP, Riphah International University, Lahore. Pakistan, Roohee Amber , Ahmad Sonia Mairaj ,   Department of Psychology, RICPP, Riphah International University, Lahore.Pakistan, Sunbal Munazza ,   Department of Social Work, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore.Pakistan
Published: May 2023

There is severe threat of permanent impairment in young adults due to the effect of life stressors which bring cognitive and emotional downfall leading to functional neurological symptom disorder. The aim of this research was to measure paranormal beliefs along maladaptive emotional schemas in patients with functional neurological symptom disorder through structural equation modelling IBM SPSS (AMOS 26) analysis. Psychodynamic functions hypothesis theory was applied to describe the role of paranormal beliefs which were carried by the young patients suffering from this mysterious ailment. A purposive sample of 134 participants between 14 years to 24 years has been chosen to administer the questionnaires of RPBS (Tobacky, 2004) and LESS-II (Leahy, 2002) to assess paranormal beliefs and maladaptive emotional schemas respectively. The final results showed that the two-factor model with 10 items of LESS-II was the better fit with a model of seven factors with 26 items of RPBS. In the model, the index demonstrated good fit (X2=645.623, P<0.05, GFI=0.798, CFI=0.949, NFI=0.846, TLI=0.972, RMSEA=0.038, CMIN/df=1.407). It also showed great convergent validity and share approximately 30% of the variance. It is concluded that paranormal beliefs were positively significantly related to maladaptive emotional schemas and, only the belief of psi highly positively significantly predicted the maladaptive emotional schemas in functional neurological symptoms patients. The outcomes provide strong support for the clinical purpose to focus on the paranormal and schemas related to the patient’s perception during cognitive therapeutic approaches. Keywords: Paranormal Beliefs, Emotional Schemas, Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder, AMOS.
MAXINE HONG KINGSTON’S THE WOMAN WARRIOR: SPEAKING FOR SILENCED
Authors:   Department of Linguistics the University of Haripur, Haripur, Pakistan, Safeer Seema , Ilahi Manzoor ,   Department of English Hazara University Sub- Campus Battagram.Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ayaz Sammar ,   Department of English Abbottabad University of Science and Technology Havelian.
Published: May 2023

The present research paper discusses Maxine Hong Kingston’s The Woman Warrior. Kingston being a Chinese American writer touches upon the predicaments of silenced women and her selected novel advocates for these silenced characters. The study investigates that where doe lie silence of chines-American immigrant and secondly silence of Chinese women in traditional Chinese society. Although there is the taboo “not tell” but Kingston manages to break the silence. She re-writes with the help of her experience and imaginative power and articulates the voiceless thoughts. The most important form of voice is speaking. In this respect Kingston herself realizes the importance of articulation from her own experience, besides “no name woman” she presents those characters who are capable to express their thoughts by articulation and among them brave orchid represents the strongest voice as her name itself suggests. This qualitative study implies feministic model of Madson and content analysis content technique and interprets data accordingly. Keywords: Silence, femininity, marginalization, Chinese, American
ARMED CONFLICT LAWS: PROTECTING CHILDREN ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE
Authors:   Department of Law, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan, Amir Farah , Mirbaz Saeeda ,   Bahaudin Zikriya University, Multan Pakistan, Ali Barkat ,   Department of Law, Islamia University of Bahawalpur.Pakistan
Published: May 2023

Armed conflicts are as old as humanity itself. In past, regular armies were not established. The individuals, ordinarily the adults of hostile tribes, were used to participate in armed conflicts. However, the participation of children was also common in certain situations. Although children would not have been active participants, they were engaged as a strategic tool in armed conflicts and proved to be the most vulnerable segment in such a situation. With the passage of time, regular armies have been established including children. However, the recruitment of children is restricted below a particular age. In Islamic law, primarily adult members are considered combatants, and children have been given immunity. However, in the case of their engagement in armed conflicts, certain principles have been established to deal with them. This paper identifies the principles and rules of Islamic law protecting children in armed conflict matters. Keywords: Armed, Conflicts, Children, Islamic, Law, Protection, Right
SMALL DAMS AND SOCIAL EMPOWERMENT: A CASE STUDY OF POTOHAR, PAKISTAN
Authors:   Department of Sociology, PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi Pakistan, Afzal Amna , Chaudhry Abid Ghafoor ,   Department of Sociology, PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi Pakistan
Published: May 2023

Small dams are vital infrastructures that can be used to address water scarcity issues, promote sustainable agriculture practices and improve rural livelihoods. In Pakistan, where agriculture is the main source of livelihood for the majority of the population, the construction of small dams has been identified as a means of providing irrigation water to farmlands and improving the socio-economic status of rural communities. This paper focuses on the impact of small dams on social empowerment in the Potohar region of Pakistan. Locale of the study was Potohar Plateau of Pakistan which includes Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum and Rawalpindi. Data were collected from the encroachment areas of ten dams. Data of beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries were collected through a structured tool. Data shoes the participation of farmer with different education groups, type of their family, marital status, cultivated land, and social empowerment. Data represents that participant reported four different levels of social empowerment, in which higher level of empowerment was reported by 65.0 percent. In addition, data shows that social empowerment is not dependent with the utilization of dam water. And regression analysis between respondent’s and social empowerment shows p values 0.485, and that is less than value of alpha. So, we conclude that social empowerment is found in the areas under study but that is not linked with small dam utilization. And study further suggest to explore the key indicators of social empowerment in Potohar. Keywords: small dams, social empowerment, Potohar Plateau, Potohar Pakistan
IMPACT OF NURSE PRACTICE ENVIRONMENT, ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT ON JOB SATISFACTION AND INTENT TO LEAVE IN HOSPITALS OF PAKISTAN
Authors:   Avicenna Medical Hospital, Pakistan, Shah Syed Shaukat Ali , Ali Yumna ,   Lahore School of Economics, Pakistan
Published: May 2023

Aim: To measure impact of nurses’ practice environment, organizational commitment on job satisfaction and intent to leave in hospitals of Pakistan. Study Design: Cross sectional survey; Convenience sampling. Methods: Sample of 240 nurses were drawn from private and public sector hospitals. Nurses’ practice environment (Aiken, Clarke, & Sloane, Hospital Staffing, Organisation and Quality Care: Crossnational Findings, 2002), organizational commitment (Mowday, Steers, & Porter, 1979) , job satisfaction (Carbonell & Escudero, 2013) and intent to leave (Zopaitis, Constanti, & Theocharous, 2014) were used as instruments of measurement. Results: Nurse Practice environment with estimate of 0.176 has no significant effect on job satisfaction as the p value was 0.43 which was statistically insignificant ant 0.05. Hospital nurses’ organizational commitment with estimate of 0.043 has no significant effect on job satisfaction as was 0.526 which was statistically insignificant at 0.05. Job satisfaction with estimate of 0.254 has a significant effect on intent to leave as the p value was 0.007 which was statistically significant at 0.05. Hence, it is claimed that job satisfaction has significant impact on intent to leave. Conclusion: The study is integral to have in the field of occupational health psychology and to make sure that nurses are satisfied in their work whether employed in private or public hospitals. Keywords: nurse practice environment, organizational commitment, job satisfaction, intent to leave, nursing, Pakistan
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION LEGAL FRAMEWORK IN PAKISTAN: CHALLENGES AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Authors:   College of Law, Government College University Faisalabad – Pakistan, Imran Muhammad , Idrees Rao Qasim ,   School of Law, University of Gujrat, Pakistan, Murtiza Ghulam ,   College of Law, Government College University Faisalabad – Pakistan
Published: May 2023

This research evaluated environmental impact assessment (EIA) advocates in Punjab, Pakistan, in order to evaluate their contributions to the profession and the obstacles they confront. The anticipated involvement of project proponents in EIA was calculated using regulations, guidelines, and suggestions. To evaluate the efforts of proponents, viewpoints from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and consultants were extracted from the available literature. In Punjab, forty semi-structured interviews with proponents from the commercial and public sectors were undertaken to learn about the difficulties they encountered at each stage of the EIA process. It is very rare for projects to begin before receiving a permission to safeguard the local environment. In the majority of situations, proper scoping is disregarded. EIA does not significantly engage stakeholders. When project proponents fail to provide consultants with all relevant project information, the quality of the report is compromised and timely decisions are delayed.Even some supporters attempt to sway the evaluation and decision-making procedure, and with the exception of a few multinational corporations, no one can guarantee that the approval requirements will be satisfied. The decision by the EPA to distinguish between public and private initiatives was a significant source of worry for advocates. The lack of professionalism and hazy decision-making of some experts also contributed to the situation. Despite the study's regional focus, its conclusions are relevant to EIA systems worldwide, particularly in nations with similar economic systems that confront the same trade-off between economic growth and environmental sustainability. Keywords: Development; Environment; Pakistan; Punjab; Sustainability
BUDDHIST FOOD CULTURE: REPRESENTATION OF AHIMSA IN SOCIAL LIFE
Authors:   Lahore College for Women University, Lahore Pakistan, Riasat Mariam , Raees Faiza ,   University of Education, Lahore Pakistan, Hina Gull-i- ,   Lahore College for Women University, Lahore Pakistan
Published: May 2023

Buddhism is based on the concept of Ahimsa. The founder of Buddhism was Lord Buddha who came during 563-483 BCE. Before him Lord Mahavira and Hinduism also practiced Ahimsa non-violence. The non-violence leads to the rights of living and non-living thing. It is dividing as Jiva and Ajiva in Buddhism. The concept of non-violence leads to the no harm towards animals and it leads to the vegetarianism. But there are two traditions of Buddhism. They are Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism. One is very strict towards the vegetarianism, and other one is quite relax because of the circumstances. The both traditions are present in modern days China, Japan, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Tibet and Burma and other South Asian countries which are Buddhist. Theravada Buddhist monks promote the concept of Pure Meat and give some conditions about it if they fulfill those conditions then they can consume that meat. The main condition is if the weather condition of that area can-not helps them like in mountainous areas etc. But Mahayana Buddhists are very strict to their concept of Vegetarianism. They never consume meat at any cost. They won’t accept any kind of meat even if it is given to them in form of charity or any other ways. Keywords: Ahimsa, Buddhism, Animal Rights, Theravada Buddhism, Mahayana Buddhism, Vegetarianism
WOMEN’S POLITICAL PARTICIPATION IN PAKISTAN: THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVE
Authors:   Department of History, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan, Sharif Robina , Hina Gull-i- ,   Department of History, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Published: May 2023

This qualitative research signifies the importance of women’s political participation in all democratic societies in the world is highlighted. To know how and why the participation of women in politics is mandatory, Down’s Theory of Rational Choice is used, and for the recognition of women’s identity in political parties Michigan Model of Party Identification is used as a theoretical framework within the framework of the political party system in Pakistan. Secondary sources are used for data collection. Interpretive qualitative methodology is used to understand the theoretical perspective of this issue. Unlike earlier research, this study discusses the importance of women's participation in Pakistan's politics, in a theoretical framework. The technique of triangulation is used for the validity of data. Keywords: Women’s political participation, theoretical perspective, elections, and party, Downs’s theory of rational choice, Michigan model, party identification,
PORTRAYAL OF VIOLENCE IN PAKISTAN FEATURE FILM: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ZIA ERA AND DEMOCRATIC GOVERNMENT OF BENAZIR BHUTTO
Authors:   Centre of Media and Communication Studies, University of Gujrat-Pakistan, Sharif Qaiser Muhammad , Ali Arshad ,   Centre of Media and Communication Studies, University of Gujrat-Pakistan
Published: May 2023

This research aims to examine the portrayal of violence in Pakistani Feature Films while developing a comparative analysis during the eras of late military dictator General Zia and former Primer Pakistan Benazir Bhutto. As, the two regimes have opposite governance mechanisms; socio-political and religious approaches, wherein cultural activities were practiced with two different lenses. Gen. Zia’s regime imposed cultural sanctions on entertainment programs including films, dramas, and newscasting in the name of enforcing the Islamic system of governance, whereas Benazir Bhutto’s regime provided freedom of expression for liberal thoughts, showbiz programs, and movies on women empowerment. However, this research hypothesis the physical, verbal, and psychological violence portrayed in feature films produced during the regime of Zia was more than the violence portrayed in movies produced during Benazir’s regime. Researchers employed a quantitative approach with content analysis as a research method. Based on the equal allocation method, 5 movies in Urdu and Punjabi languages were taken from Zia’s era, and five movies from Benazir Bhutto’s era. A coding sheet was developed with the assistance of trained coders while dividing data sets into different variables involved in physical, abusive, and psychologically oppressive acts. The study approved cultivation theory as ideas cultivated through films were gratified by the viewers. The results reveal that the time and scenes portraying violence in movies produced during Zia’s era were much higher as compared to the era of Benazir Bhutto. Results showed the steps of women’s empowerment and cultural liberation were reflected in the movies. The women felt empowered and free from any religious or cultural or social taboos involved in creative achievements. The research suggested the government should step forward and design certain definite benchmarks with the recommendations to the Censor Board to adopt and ensure violence-free movies. Keywords: Abusive Language, Comparative Study, Content Analysis, Feature Films, Physical Violence, Women Empowerment
PORTRAYAL OF WOMEN IN ADVERTISING INDUSTRY OF PAKISTAN
Authors:   Department of Media & Communication Studies, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan, Iram Attiya , Bukhari Syed Huzzaifa Zia ,   Department of Media & Communication Studies, University of Okara Pakistan, Abbas Zaki ,   Department of Media & Communication Studies, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan
Published: May 2023

Advertising is one of the most powerful and effective tool that directly affect the buying behavior of consumers also it shapes people's perception of beauty, gender roles, and societal norms. Women representation and their objectification in advertisements have received attention throughout the world in general and particular in Pakistan. In Pakistan, the advertising industry has historically depicted women in stereotypical and objectified roles, perpetuating gender inequality and reinforcing traditional gender roles. In many Pakistani advertisements, portrayal of women is as subservient and passive with dependency upon men. Furthermore, women are often sexualized and objectified in advertisements, reducing them to mere objects of desire. This study emphasizes that how media build objectified descriptions of beauty gadget of desire, leisure rather than human. This study argues that how the stress of beauty and perfection build by media can be harmful for women and especially for young girls. This study discus the ethical issues of operating women as a sexual object by advertisers in marketing industry. This study also discuss despite these negative trends, there are some positive developments in the advertising industry in Pakistan. Some advertisements have started to challenge traditional gender roles by showing women in non-traditional roles and promoting gender equality. However, these examples are still few and far between. A semeiotic analysis through purposive sampling technique has been adopted to analyze the data. Keywords: Sexual Objectifications, Famine Beauty, Women in Advertisements, Gender, Stereotype.
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Authors: Ventura Alessandro
Published: May 2023

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Multi-residue method of pesticides by UPLC-MS/MS in bivalve mollusks samples as a tool for food quality and safety
Authors: Castro Izabela Miranda de , Bastos Lucia Helena Pinto , Anjos Marianna Ramos dos , Oliveira Angélica Castanheira de , Costa Débora Maria S F da , Cardoso Maria Helena Wohlers Morelli , Carvalho Lucia Maria Jaeger de
Published: May 2023

Bivalve molluscs (BM) are filter animals and bioaccumulators of substances from the environment. This characteristic allows a great absorption of nutrients that makes them a source of protein-rich foods. On the other hand, if there are toxic contaminants in the environment, their absorption by animals may occur. This happens with pesticides coming from agricultural and livestock production systems that can migrate to areas of BM crops. Considering the high nutritional value of bivalve molluscs and their positive impact on the human diet, these products must be carefully evaluated for the possible presence of toxic substances in order to guarantee their safety.
Thus, the aim of this work was to implement and validate a multi-residue method using tandem mass spectrometry to evaluate pesticide residues commonly used in agricultural production systems present in these matrices. Extraction and cleaning steps were optimized and the method proved to be adequate to quantify 322 pesticides. The samples come from five different areas of culture of bivalve molluscs in the southeast, north and northeast regions of Brazil. The analysis of the mollusc samples showed the presence at the trace level of seven different pesticide residues in four of the five evaluated samples.
Síndrome autoimune induzida por adjuvantes (ASIA): sinais e sintomas experienciados por mulheres
Authors: Peradotto Brenda , Dezoti Micheletti Vania Celina , Da Silva Pierotto Aline Aparecida , Oliveira Rodrigues de Carvalho Karen , Pasquotto Batista Maria Eduarda , Ramos Araújo Bruna Letícia , Treviso Patrícia
Published: May 2023

Objetivo: Identificar sinais e sintomas experienciados por mulheres com síndrome autoimune induzida por adjuvantes (ASIA) devido ao uso de prótese mamária e os tratamentos realizados. Método: Estudo de campo de abordagem qualitativa realizado por meio de entrevistas online utilizando-se a técnica bola de neve. Incluíram-se 13 participantes. Resultados: A partir da análise dos dados, foram elencadas quatro categorias: conhecimento acerca da síndrome; sinais e sintomas; tratamento; e cuidados e implicações de Enfermagem. Identificaram-se mais de 120 sinais e sintomas, e o explante foi mencionado como tratamento definitivo por todas as entrevistadas. Os sinais e sintomas apresentados pelas participantes vão ao encontro do que é descrito pela literatura. Conclusão: Antes da descoberta da doença, as participantes realizaram tratamento com foco no alívio dos sintomas. Após o diagnóstico, todas as mulheres procederam com o explante.
Acceptability of a Whatsapp Triage, Referral, and Transfer System for Obstetric Patients in Rural Liberia
Authors: Reynolds Christopher W. , Horton Madison , Lee HaEun , Harmon Wahdae-Mai , Sieka Joseph , Lockhart Nancy , Lori Jody R.
Published: May 2023

Background: Maternal mortality continues to disproportionately affect low- and middle-income countries, including Liberia. Though the relationship between obstetric triage systems and improved maternal outcomes is well documented, standardized triage protocols are lacking in rural Liberia. Mobile health interventions are a promising method to triage obstetric patients.
Objectives: This study explores the acceptability of a WhatsApp Triage, Referral, and Transfer (WAT-RT) system among Liberian midwives and community health assistants.
Methods: Individual interviews and focus group discussions were conducted among midwives (n = 18) and community health assistants (n = 112). Interviews were designed to understand the current referral system in rural Liberia, how a WAT-RT System can address referral limitations, and the acceptability of the WAT-RT System. Data were audio recorded, transcribed, and translated into English. Data analysis was conducted via NVivo12 with independent and cooperative techniques among multiple researchers.
Findings: The current referral system is not standardized with limitations including a lack of triage protocols, transportation difficulties, and inconsistent communication of patient information, which could be addressed by a WAT-RT System. The acceptability for the WAT-RT System was high. Facilitators to implementation included utilizing a pre-existing communication and referral infrastructure, access and competency surrounding mobile phones, and increased opportunities for training and inter-provider collaboration. Barriers included disproportionate phone access between midwives and community health assistants, network reliability, and a lack of data standards. Recommendations for successful implementation included centralizing phone financing and standardizing triage protocols.
Conclusions: The WAT-RT System demonstrated high acceptability among frontline health care providers in rural Liberia. Barriers to program success could be reasonably addressed with simple interventions and planning. Multiple benefits included addressing care delays for obstetric patients, promoting bidirectional provider communication, and increasing the quality of obstetric triage. Future studies should focus on piloting the WAT-RT System among this population and recruiting other key stakeholders to determine intervention feasibility.
Dança e ginástica associados à qualidade de vida em grupos de idosas
Authors: Gomes Fabio Ricardo Hilgenberg , Iera Andréa Krawutschke , Silva Michael Pereira da , Gasparotto Guilherme Da Silva , Campos Wagner De , Oliveira Valdomiro De , Vagetti Gislaine Cristina
Published: May 2023

O objetivo foi analisar a associação da prática de dança e da ginástica com a percepção da qualidade de vida e seus domínios em um grupo de idosas de Curitiba/PR, Brasil. Participara do estudo 219 idosas, divididas em grupos, sendo: não praticantes de atividade física, dança e ginástica. Estudo transversal verificando associação por meio da regressão linear múltipla. Foram aplicados os instrumentos WHOQOL-BREF e WHOQOL-OLD para avaliar a qualidade de vida. A média de idade das idosas participantes foi de 71,3 ± 4,7 anos. Na análise pelo WHOQOL-BREF as idosas praticantes de ginástica e dança tiveram melhores escores de percepção de qualidade de vida em relação ao grupo de não praticantes de atividade física (ginástica aumentou de 0,33 a 0,50, e a dança 0,65 a 1,11, nos domínios associados). Na análise do WHOQOL- OLD, praticar ginástica aumentou de 0,32 a 0,43, e as praticantes de dança de 0,64 a 0,82 entre os domínios associados. As práticas de atividades físicas estruturadas, e principalmente a dança, parecem excelentes possibilidades para contribuições importantes na percepção positiva da qualidade de vida da pessoa idosa.
A família como rede de apoio na inclusão digital de pessoas idosas
Authors: Vano Ivorra Paula , Carvalho Gutzeit Julia , Vinharski Scheidt Isabela , Dias Bernardo Lilian , Marquine Raymundo Taiuani
Published: May 2023

Objetivo: Identificar a influência de familiares no processo de inclusão digital de idosos. Método: Estudo observacional, exploratório, descritivo, longitudinal com abordagem qualitativa, realizado com inscritos no Projeto Inclusão Digital de Adultos e Idosos e seus familiares.  Instrumentos de coleta de dados: questionário socioeconômico, grupo focal antes e após a oficina de inclusão digital, questionário sobre a percepção dos idosos da influência de seus familiares em seu processo de inclusão digital e sobre a percepção dos familiares sobre sua influência no processo de inclusão digital dos idosos. A análise foi realizada por meio da técnica de análise de conteúdo. Resultados: Participaram 20 idosos, em sua maioria aposentados (85%), casados (55%), e com ensino superior (50%). A maioria dos participantes afirmaram ter o familiar como a primeira opção para sanar dúvidas, mas relataram que o familiar não tem tempo e ao invés de ensiná-los, faz por eles. Os familiares apontaram que são pacientes, mas que não sabem qual a melhor forma para ensinar seus entes. Conclusão: Foi possível notar a não conscientização do familiar sobre quais as dificuldades que os idosos enfrentam e a importância da presença destes no processo de inclusão digital.
A digital plan for elderly institutions: a preliminary survey
Authors: Diogo Francisca , Gil Henrique
Published: May 2023

Portugal is one of the oldest countries in Europe and the World. About info-exclusion, all national and international studies report that the elderly is the most info-excluded social group. The pandemic that we are still experiencing has made confinement measures quite restrictive at the level of institutions for the elderly. Isolation worsened and socio-emotional disturbances worsened the quality of life of the elderly. This preliminary study aimed to investigate the existence of a digital plan that can reverse these constraints. From the focus groups carried out in three institutions for the elderly in the district of Castelo Branco (Portugal) with directors, caregivers, psychologists, and physical activity therapists, they showed a great lack of knowledge regarding the digital area for the elderly. The researchers presented some suggestions in the focus groups that were accepted: a robust Wi-Fi network for the entire institution; digital training for staff in apps related to cognitive training, motor training and social networks; apps related to video calls; creation of a digital space in the institution so that all seniors can access and use digital resources for free.
Comparação de métodos de estimativa de peso e altura para idosos acamados hospitalizados
Authors: Dobner Taise , Bettinelli Luis Antonio , Alves Ana Luisa Sant´ Anna , Oliveira Daniela Ramos
Published: May 2023

O objetivo deste estudo foi comparar os métodos de estimativa de peso e altura para idosos acamados hospitalizados e conhecer o método que mais se aproxima do peso aferido e altura padrão. Foram aferidos: peso, altura do joelho, comprimento e circunferência do braço, circunferência da panturrilha, circunferência abdominal, meia envergadura, prega cutânea subescapular e altura recumbente, peso e altura informados. Os dados foram analisados através de comparação entre as médias com o teste t de Student. O peso estimado por Chumlea et al. (1988) e Lee e Nieman (2003) foi similar ao peso aferido (p>0,05). Para a altura, Rabito et al.(2006) apresentou a menor diferença com a altura adotada como padrão. O presente estudo sugere que as fórmulas propostas por Chumlea et al.(1988) e Lee e Nieman (2003) são bons métodos de estimativa de peso de idosos acamados. Para altura, a estimativa por Chumlea et al. (1998) foi semelhante as estimativas de Rabito et al. (2006), Palloni e Guend (2005), Silveira et al. (1994) e Chumlea e Guo (1992) altura informada e recumbente, assim sugere-se que ambas possam ser utilizadas na prática clínica.
Avaliação do perfil nutricional, do padrão alimentar e prevalência de doenças crônicas em idosos participantes de grupos de práticas corporais
Authors: Hamacek Aguilar Fabiana Rossi , Miranda Lucilene Soares
Published: May 2023

O crescimento da população idosa é uma das principais preocupações no campo da saúde visto que, os idosos apresentam um maior percentual de doenças crônicas consequentes de alterações corporais e alimentares adquiridas com o envelhecimento. Nesse sentido é objetivo dessa pesquisa avaliar o perfil nutricional, o padrão alimentar e a prevalência de doenças crônicas em idosos participantes de dois grupos de práticas corporais do município de Diamantina/MG, Brasil. Foi aplicado um questionário onde foram obtidos dados socioeconômicos e demográficos, histórico pessoal de doenças crônicas, parâmetros antropométricos e dietéticos. Observou-se prevalência do sexo feminino (91,67%), a patologia mais citada foi a Hipertensão arterial sistêmica (HAS) (75%), 70,80% apresentaram obesidade e 91,67% circunferência da cintura (CC) elevada e 20,83% fazem uso de mais de 5 medicamentos diariamente. O consumo alimentar foi monótono, composto basicamente por arroz branco, pão francês, macarrão, feijão, café como açúcar e poucas hortaliças. Logo, o grupo estudado apresenta um perfil nutricional preocupante devido a prevalência de obesidade, acumulo de gordura abdominal e HAS, além de uma alimentação reduzida em variedades de alimentos, o que leva a uma baixa ingestão de nutrientes essenciais a saúde. Assim, faz-se necessário subsidiar ações públicas de promoção, prevenção e monitoramento da saúde da população idosa, além do incentivo a participação frequente dos idosos nos grupos e ações contínuas dos residentes multiprofissionais em Saúde do Idoso, o que pode contribuir na melhora da qualidade de vida dessa população.