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Housing and utility complex in the system of sociocultural institutionality
Authors: Ashinov B. Y. , Siyukhova A. M.
Published: September 2024

The article examines the issue of the housing and utility services as a sociocultural institution. It has been noted that the larger the urban settlement, the more difﬁcult it is to organize orderly interactions necessary for the sustainability of the urban structure, convenience for residents, safety, expressiveness of the cultural landscape, etc. Housing and utility services perform an important function of forming a positive image of a city, making it competitive in attractiveness in comparison with others cities. The research problem lies in the fact that the housing and utility services are generally considered from the standpoint of economics and management, despite the fact that the activities of this complex have a pronounced socio-cultural orientation. This allows us to talk about the relevance of the study of housing and utility services as a sociocultural institution in order to identify factors that contribute to the effectiveness of the activities of public utility organizations, or lead to institutional dysfunctions. The main research method chosen is structural and functional analysis, which allows us to consider housing and communal services from the point of view of the implementation of sociocultural functions and the search for the causes of possible dysfunctions. Consistently the institutional features of housing and utility complex are revealed. In conclusion, the main reasons for possible institutional dysfunctions of the object under consideration have been determined: violations of functionality are possible, ﬁrstly, as a result of general crisis conditions in the economy and politics; secondly, as a result of natural disasters; thirdly, as a result of a lack of understanding of the importance and complexity of housing and communal services by state and municipal authorities. Also, the gap in this area may be affected by shortcomings in the organizational culture of speciﬁc enterprises in the public utilities sector.
Reimagining boundaries: transdisciplinary insights from Education, Counselling, and Fine Art
Authors: Shukie Peter , Small Stjohn , Holman Jamie
Published: September 2024

This paper presents three case studies of educators pioneering transdisciplinary project work within a UK College-Based Higher Education Institution, focusing on Education Studies, Counselling, and Fine Art. Through the CollaborArt Blackburn initiative, educators facilitated gallery visits, encounter spaces, and collaborative creation opportunities for students across these disciplines. These case studies highlight the educators' roles in fostering a transdisciplinary approach that transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries, emphasising experiential learning and collaborative engagement. The narratives illustrate the transformative impact of integrating diverse perspectives and methodologies, enriching both educators' and students' understanding and practice. The paper argues for the intrinsic value of educators' insights and expertise in initiating and sustaining transdisciplinary projects, encouraging peers to embrace innovative approaches in their pedagogical practices. This work contributes to the discourse on transdisciplinary education, advocating for its potential to create dynamic, inclusive, and holistic learning environments.
Enhancing academic and professional literacy in Swedish specialist nurse and other professional education programmes: a teacher’s perspective
Authors: Carlsund Asa , Björk Annette
Published: September 2024

This opinion piece focuses on the vital integration of academic and professional literacies in specialist nurse education and other professional education programmes within higher education in Sweden. In this opinion piece, we argue that extended learning, practise, and support can enhance the academic and professional literacy competence of specialist nurse students and other students in professional educations. To offer student specific and targeted support, educators, researchers, and policymakers can engage in collaboration, as well as inspire and empower their teachers through ongoing professional development. We also argue that the relationship between these two literacies should be highlighted in higher education to clarify the importance of academic skills within specialist nursing and other professions. We therefore suggest higher education could be more active in implementing and visualising intended learning outcomes with progression and learning activities regarding academic literacy as well as professional literacy curricula in professional educations. This approach, with an emphasis on systematic monitoring and research, ensures proficiency in effective communication, evidence-based practice, ethical responsibility, continuous learning, and quality assurance.
Student drop out and feelings of belonging and mattering in UK undergraduate allied health students
Authors: Zawada Clair
Published: September 2024

Student belonging is well researched, with links identified between a sense of belonging in students and student experience, satisfaction, and student persistence. Mattering refers to an individual student’s perception that they are noticed and valued, and it is less well researched. This research investigates levels of belonging and mattering across the academic and the clinical environment in undergraduate Allied Health professional students and the correlation with students who have seriously considered dropping out. A quantitative, cross-sectional survey was distributed to undergraduate students enrolled on Allied Health programmes at one UK university. The questionnaires utilised four previously validated Likert scales measuring feelings of: mattering in the university environment (Elliott, Kao and Grant, 2004), mattering in the clinical placement environment (Elliott, Kao and Grant, 2004); belonging in the university environment (Yorke, 2016); and belonging in the clinical placement environment using the Belongingness Scale−Clinical Placement Experience (BS−CPE) (Levett-Jones et al., 2009). Participants were also asked whether they had seriously considered dropping out from their studies. An analysis of the 264 completed questionnaires showed that students who had seriously considered dropping out had significantly lower scores for all four scales. This research demonstrates that feelings of belonging and mattering may impact on the student’s intention to persist with their studies. For students attending clinical placement as part of their studies, attention needs to be given to supporting students to feel that they belong in the clinical placement environment and that they matter to clinical staff and their peers during placements.
ГРУЗИЯ ӘЗІРБАЙЖАНДАРЫНЫҢ ДӘСТҮРЛІ МЕДИЦИНАМЕН ЕМДЕУ ӘДІСТЕРІ (ХІХ-ХХ ҒАСЫРДЫҢ БАСЫ)
Authors: Алиев А.
Published: September 2024

Статья посвящена методам лечения средствами народной медицины среди азербайджанцев Грузии. Следует отметить, что природа тех мест, где проживают азербайджанцы, очень разнообразна, богата растительностью, излечивающей различные болезни. Лекари и целители использовали в народной медицине тимьян, дикую и культурную мяту, шпинат, румеск (конский щавель),боярышник, ромашку, мокрицу, крапиву, горно-луговые травы, фрукты, ягоды, а также минеральные воды и т. п. В данной статье впервые описываются методы народной медицины, бытующие среди азербайджанцев Грузии, подчеркивается, что население региона обладало богатыми эмпирическими знаниями в этой сфере, которые веками передавались из поколения в поколение. Поэтому население для излечения от того или иного заболевания вновь обращаются к врачевателям и лекарям, пользуясь применяемыми ими традиционными народными методами лечения.

Мақалада Грузия әзірбайжандары арасында дәстүрлімедицинамен емдеу тәсілдері қарастырылады. Грузия әзірбайжандарыныңтабиғаты алуан түрлі және әр түрлі ауруларға ем болатын өсімдіктергебай. Дәрігерлер мен емшілер қара зире, жабайы жалбызды, шпинатты,қымыздық (жылқы қымыздық), долана, түймедақ, қалақай, тау шалғынындағы жабайы шөптерді, жеміс-жидектерді, сондай-ақ минералдысуларды және т.б халықтық медицинада жиі қолданған. Ғылыми мақаладаГрузия әзірбайжандары арасында қалыптасқан дәстүрлі медицинаәдістеріне алғаш рет сипаттама беріліп отыр, аймақ тұрғындарыныңғасырлар бойы ұрпақтан-ұрпаққа жалғасып келе жатқан бұл салада бай эмпирикалық білімі болғанын бүгінгі зерттеулер дәлеледеп отыр. Қазіргі таңға дейін кейбір ауруларды емдеуде жергілікті тұрғындар дәрігерлермен емшілердің қызметін пайдаланады.

The article is dedicated to traditional medicine treatment among Georgian Azerbaijanis. It says that the mysterious nature and richness of the regions of Azerbaijanis have been a source of healing for all kinds of diseases. Doctors and healers used medicinal herbs which include wild thyme, mint, spinach, sorrel, hawthorn, chamomile, chickweed, nettle, wild herbs, fruits and berries, and as well as mineral water for traditional medicine treatments. This article, which first represents traditional medicine among Georgian Azerbaijanis, also points out that the studying population had rich empirical knowledge in this area which passed on from generation to generation. Therefore, the population still refers to doctors and healers in the treatment of some diseases, and they get a favor from the methods of used traditional medicine.
Evaluating Healthcare Accessibility in Kazakhstan: Urban and Rural Perspectives
Authors: Kibayeva Assem , Tussupova Leila , Nurmukhamedova Sharipa , Giese Roland
Published: September 2024

This study conducts a comprehensive analysis of regional disparities in demographic and educational indicators in Kazakhstan from 2009 to 2022. Despite the existing literature, which often fails to account for current socio-economic dynamics and regional specificities, this research aims to fill the gap by integrating multiple dimensions -demographic trends, employment rates, and educational attainment -into a holistic assessment. Utilizing a detailed heatmap and correlation matrix, the study identifies key trends and disparities, offering a nuanced understanding of the socio-economic landscape. The findings reveal significant regional differences in birth rates, migration balances, employment trends, and educational outcomes, underscoring the need for targeted policies to address these disparities. Recommendations include investing in healthcare and living conditions to sustain positive demographic trends, enhancing educational infrastructure to improve human capital, and promoting formal employment to reduce economic inequalities. By aggregating these critical indicators, the research provides valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders to formulate strategies aimed at fostering sustainable socio-economic development across Kazakhstan's regions. The study also highlights the importance of continuous monitoring and adaptation of strategies to effectively address dynamic socio-economic factors.
Assessing the Impact of New Silk Road Initiatives on Kazakhstan's Business Environment
Authors: Jumasseitova Assel , Saxena Siddharth
Published: September 2024

This study conducts a comprehensive evaluation of four major regional economic integration initiatives along the New Silk Road in Eurasia: The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), the Silk Road Economic Belt (SREB), the New Silk Road (NSR), and the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) program. By employing an expert-based analysis method, the research assesses the initiatives from the perspective of the Kazakhstani business environment, identifying critical criteria for successful economic integration, including intra-union trade, market expansion, supply chain optimization, regulatory harmonization, and access to financing. Drawing parallels with the historical Silk Road's focus on trade and economic prosperity, this research employs an expert-based analysis method to assess these modern initiatives from the perspective of the Kazakhstani business environment. Through structured expert panel assessments and statistical analysis, the study determines which initiatives offer the most tangible benefits to businesses in Kazakhstan and the broader region. The findings indicate that the SREB initiative scored highest overall, particularly in fostering regional economic development and business growth, with a total score of 197, followed by the EAEU with 181. The findings reveal that the SREB initiative scored highest overall, followed by the EAEU, indicating their strong potential for fostering regional economic development and business growth. This study provides valuable insights for policymakers and businesses navigating the complex landscape of Eurasian economic integration. It offers a framework for evaluating the effectiveness of new Silk Road initiatives in promoting regional prosperity and cooperation, with particular relevance to Kazakhstan's position in Central Asia.
A rare case of multiple gastric duplication cysts in an adult
Authors: Zülfikaroğlu Barış , Akgül Özgür , Mahir Özmen Mehmet
Published: September 2024

Intestinal duplications are rare developmental anomalies that can occur anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract. Gastric duplication cysts are uncommon congenital anomalies and are rarely diagnosed in adults. However, diagnosis of the condition in an adult can be difficult as it is usually asymptomatic, or the symptoms are nonspecific. Here we report a rare case of symptomatic gastric duplication cysts in an adult who was treated successfully with surgical resection.
The coexistence of gastrointestinal stromal tumors and malignancies: Our 10-year results
Authors: Selim Angın Yavuz , Ceylan Cengiz , Sağlam Kutay , Aydın Cemalettin
Published: September 2024

Objective: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is one of the most common mesenchymal tumors in the gastrointestinal system, occurring frequently after epithelial tumors. Although rare, secondary epithelial malignancies can be associated with GISTs. It was planned to conduct a retrospective cohort study evaluating the coexistence of GISTs with malignancies and their long-term outcomes through clinical and pathological findings.

Material and Methods: Demographic and clinicopathological data of 69 patients who underwent surgery for GIST between January 2011 and November 2021 were retrieved from the patient database. Variables between the groups with only GIST and those with a secondary malignancy alongside GIST were analyzed using the Chi-square test and Mann-Whitney U test. Long-term survival analyses were conducted using the Kaplan-Meier test. A p-value of <0.05 was considered statistically significant.

Results: Out of the 69 patients in our population, 40 (58%) were male, and the median age was 65 years (interquartile range= 56-75). GIST was the most commonly located in the stomach (59.4%), and nine (13%) patients had a secondary malignancy. Tumor size, smooth muscle antibody (SMA), and S100 antibody expression showed significant differences between the groups (p< 0.001, p= 0.015, p= 0.006). Shorter survival was observed in patients with GIST plus secondary malignancy (p= 0.005).

Conclusion: The incidence of other intraabdominal malignancies occurring alongside GISTs is more common than have been previously thought. While the presence of a secondary malignancy does not impact the overall survival (OS) in GISTs, it was observed that survival is dependent on the primary malignancy. Patients diagnosed with GISTs require thorough investigation and close monitoring for secondary malignancies.
Surgical and survival outcomes of cytoreductive surgery alone or with perioperative intraperitoneal chemotherapy in high peritoneal cancer index
Authors: Ercan Metin , Aziret Mehmet , Karaman Kerem , Köse Osman , Öter Volkan , Yırgın Hakan , Kaya Ahmet , Selim Kahraman Yavuz , Köse Elif , Birol Bostancı Erdal , Ünal Orhan
Published: September 2024

Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the early surgical and long-term survival outcomes of cytoreductive surgery (CRS) alone and CRS plus perioperative intraperitoneal chemotherapy (IPC) in patients with peritoneal metastases (PM).

Material and Methods: CRS alone or CRS plus IPC was performed on 122 patients for various intraabdominal PMs. Patients were divided into two groups as PCI ≤19 and PCI >19 to compare early surgical outcomes.

Results: Among PM patients 70 (57.4%) were of non-ovarian and 52 (42.6%) were of ovarian origin. Of the patients 74 (60.7%) were in the peritoneal cancer index (PCI) ≤19 group and 48 (39.3%) were in the PCI >19 group. The complication ratio of PCI >19 group was higher than that of the PCI ≤19 group and median overall survival (OS) of PCI >19 group was lower than that of the PCI ≤19 group. Complete or nearly complete (CCR-0/CCR-1) resections rates were similar in both groups (95.9% in the PCI ≤19 group and 93.8% in the PCI >19 group). However, CCR-0 resection rate was found to be lower in the PCI >19 group compared to the PCI ≤19 group (60.8% vs. 39.6%) (p <0.001).

Conclusion: CCR-0/CCR-1 resections can be achieved with CRS in most patients with PCI >19 score. It would be appropriate to consider CRS or CRS plus perioperative IPC for palliative purposes in selected patients with PCI >19 score.
Ocular and the whole body radiation exposure during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
Authors: Muhammedoğlu Bahtiyar , Yasir Pektezel Mehmet , Ulaş Murat , Topuz Sezgin , Hüseyinoğlu Emil
Published: September 2024

Objective: This study aimed to analyze the average whole body radiation exposure, which changes significantly according to during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) difficulty and to determine whether an ocular protection device must be used by analyzing applied ocular radiation.

Material and Methods: Patients >18 years of age in whom an ERCP had been indicated were prospectively included in the study.

Results: A total of 1173 patients were included. Increased applied radiation dose significantly correlated with increased shot rate (Rho= 0.789, p< 0.001), ERCP duration (Rho= 0.487, p< 0.001), cost (Rho= 0.129, p< 0.001), and LOS (Rho= 0.109, p< 0.001). The whole body, skin, and eye radiation exposure doses were found to be lower than the recommended limit per year (20 mSv/year).

Conclusion: Limit of ocular radiation exposure during ERCP did not exceed the recommended annual limit (20 mSv/year), and it was also detected to be much lower than that. Therefore, the use of ocular visors is not recommended.
Liver biopsy in patients with gall stone disease and concomitant non-alcoholic fatty liver disease undergoing cholecystectomy: A prospective observational study
Authors: John Aaron , Anand Utpal , Kumar Tarun , Kodali Rohith , Parasar Kunal , Kumar Ramesh , Priyadarshi Rajeev , Singh Basant , Kant Kislay
Published: September 2024

Objective: Gallstone disease (GSD) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) share common risk factors. NAFLD can progress to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), which may lead to severe liver conditions. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of NASH and associated factors in patients with GSD and fatty liver undergoing cholecystectomy.

Material and Methods: This prospective observational study was conducted from March 2021 to June 2023 and included 134 patients diagnosed with GSD and fatty liver based on preoperative ultrasound. Core liver biopsies were obtained during cholecystectomy. Preoperatively, clinical, anthropometric, demographic, biochemical variables, and FibroScan parameters were recorded.

Results: NASH was found in 21 (15.67%) patients, while 50 (37.31%) patients had probable NASH, and 63 (47.01%) had non-NASH scores. Metabolic syndrome was present in 63.6% of the patients. Univariate analysis revealed significant differences in AST and ALT values between the NASH and nonNASH groups. In multivariate analysis, AST was statistically significant (p= 0.041). Mean controlled attenuation parameter in patients with non-NASH was 219.40 ± 60.44 dB/m, and in patients with NASH, it was 265.48 ± 63.47 dB/m (p= 0.006). Fibrosis was present in 33 of the 82 slides examined, with 17 patients having grade 2 and two patients with grade 3 fibrosis.

Conclusion: The high prevalence of NASH among GSD patients highlights a significant public health issue, prompting consideration for liver biopsy in individuals with NAFLD and GSD undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Philosophy of Religion among Bidakho
Authors: Makatiani Burache E. , Kiruki Kahiga J. , Wahome Mary
Published: September 2024

The receptivity and practice of foreign religions in Africa is the source of socio-cultural and spiritual disintegration of African spirituality, communal existence, both relational-participatory and interdependence metaphysics. The resultant features of this disintegration are religious conflicts and persecutions, divisions in the families, break down in morals and values, promotion of vices and separation of the dead in the afterlife. This expose applies process philosophy to unearth bidakho’s religious spirituality as the best alternative to foreign religions. It is a qualitative article that applies phenomenology, critical analytical and rational methods. This article demonstrates that bidakho’s religious spirituality is the best because it unites people, respects environment, promotes morals, virtues and communal existence hinc et nunc and in afterlife. This article is a viable source of information for students, both scholars of philosophy and religion and social policy makers.
Impact of Bereavement Rituals on Psychological Wellbeing of the Bereaved among the Tiv People of Benue State, Nigeria
Authors: Seember Shiedu Grace , Ndung’u Elijah Macharia
Published: September 2024

Bereavement rituals are deeply ingrained in the cultures globally and are considered important for maintaining the psychological well-being of the bereaved. In Nigeria, they are an integral part of the cultural heritage rooted in social, cultural, and religious practices. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of bereavement rituals on the psychological wellbeing of the bereaved among Tiv people of Benue State, Nigeria. The study adopted a Descriptive Survey Deign; and was conducted in Tiv in Benue State, Nigeria. Target population was Tiv in Benue State. Random sampling was used to select the 397 respondents who were bereaved Tiv People from the target population. Instrument for data collection was questionnaires. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. Specifically, mean and standard deviation were used in answering research questions 1 while correlation was used in answering research question 2. The study found that Cultural Bereavement Rituals affect the Psychological Wellbeing of the Tiv People in Benue State positively. It was concluded that bereavement rituals have influence on the psychological wellbeing of the bereaved among Tiv people. It was therefore recommended among others that, Traditional rulers should promote the act of cultural bereavement rituals practiced by the people such as wearing of traditional attire, participating in music and dance among others when they lost loved ones; the Church should create a Pastoral Programme to accommodate Tiv indigenous knowledge systems and Psychological Counselling to provide social counselling.
Development Policies and Poverty Reduction in Nigeria
Authors: Jonathan Gonee Barile
Published: September 2024

Nigeria is not referred to as the Poverty Capital of the World for lack of development policies. Even before the Second Republic, various regimes, have initiated brilliant development policies aimed at positioning the country as real Giant of Africa; as opposed to the demographic giant that we are on the continent today. The country is endowed with enormous human and material resources that could be harnessed for the benefit of the citizenry. But failure on the part of our leaders has led to the staggering level of poverty that inundates the land, especially, the country side. Sadly, poverty is not a phenomenon that can be cast away through prayers; or wished away; neither can development be achieved in the realm of desirability. It takes conscious planning, dogged and pragmatic efforts to conquer these phenomena. The paper adopts the Human Capital Theory by Gary Becker and Jacob Mincer as its theoretical framework. The theory is apt because it prescribes education, training and skills acquisition as mechanisms for attracting productivity, workers’ efficiency and overall socio-economic development. The work will take a cursory look at development policies initiated by past regimes, from the Second Republic till date. In that light, poverty reduction in Nigeria shall be viewed through the prism of the impact of the development policies experimented over the years. The study shall also look at the challenges that these policies faced in course of their implementation. The causes of the failures of these well-intended policies shall be looked into and recommendations to ameliorate the problems shall be given.
Sector and employee withdrawal behavior: evidence from licensed public and private sector commercial bank staff of Sri Lanka
Authors: Thanuja Vickneshwaran , Nirojan Jasintha
Published: September 2024

Employee well-being and organizational effectiveness are seriously threatened by withdrawal behavior in the ever-changing business environment. This study explores the complex link between the banking sector (public and private) and employees' withdrawal behavior. Further, which sector of banking staff has more withdrawal behavior is investigated in this study.  Regression modeling and quantitative analysis are used in this study to provide persuasive insights into how the sector affects physical and psychological withdrawal behavior (WBP and WBS). Primary data is used in this study, collected through a Likert scale questionnaire from 131 banking staff. The results show a significant and positive relationship between sector and withdrawal behavior. Moreover, the results confirm that private-sector banking staff show higher levels of WBP and WBS than the public sector. Results of the study suggest that both sectors' top management ought to consider some strategic human resource management practices to retain their employees, especially private licensed banks must consider more impressive supervision and motivation strategies to reduce employee turnover because private sector banking staff have a higher level of withdrawal behavior than public sector banking staff.
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Barangay Health Workers in Marawi City regarding Hansen’s Disease
Authors: Pandapatan, MD Aznaida T. , Dofitas, MD Belen L. , Gervasio, MD Mia Katrina R. , Dumlao, MD Jolene Kristine G.
Published: September 2024

Objective. To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) in Marawi City regarding Hansen’s Disease (HD).
Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted among the Barangay Health Workers of Marawi City. This study was conducted in two phases. Phase 1 was questionnaire development where the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) questionnaire was formulated and administered to six Barangay Health Workers for pre-testing. Phase 2 of the study included the survey and focus group discussion (FGD). A questionnaire comprising of 27 questions was administered to BHWs to assess knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding HD.
Results. A total of 49 BHWs underwent the Phase 2 survey and six BHWs joined the FGD. The mean age of all the survey participants was 34.9 ± 19.3 years. Among the 49 participants, 40 (81.6%) were females. The knowledge of BHWs was found to be adequate only in six (12%) BHWs. Positive attitude was observed in 12 (24.5%) and adequate practices regarding HD were observed in 33 (67.3%) BHWs. First-hand experience of diagnosing HD patients was significantly associated with adequate knowledge (p < 0.001) and positive attitude of BHWs (p < 0.001). There was a significant association between > 5 years of experience as BHWs (p = 0.027) and first-hand experience in diagnosing leprosy (p = 0.005) with adequate practices of BHWs regarding HD. In the FGD, BHWs expressed their lack of training which highlighted the need for refresher courses on HD.
Conclusions. Knowledge about HD is low among Marawi BHWs due to their inadequate training. The attitudes and practices of BHWs are also affected because of deficient knowledge regarding etiology and transmission of HD. There is a need for adequate training and refresher courses on HD to increase the knowledge of BHWs regarding HD.
Recurrent Vegetative Pyoderma Gangrenosum of the Face: A Case Report
Authors: Chan, MD Koreen Blossom T. , Rosete, MD, MBA Raisa Celine R. , Yap Silva, MD Claudine
Published: September 2024

A 46-year-old male presented with an erythematous papule progressing into a vegetative plaque on the right cheek that resolved with cribriform scarring. Eight months after, a similar looking erythematous papule appeared on his left cheek. This papule rapidly progressed into a vegetative plaque within a week, and was associated with a pain score of 7 out of 10. Histopathology of the second lesion revealed suppurative dermatitis with diffuse dense infiltrates composed mostly of neutrophils. Cultures revealed few colonies of Enterobacter cloacae which was inconclusive. Pathergy test was negative. High dose systemic corticosteroids were started, with an observed rapid reduction of pain, inflammation, and ultimately resolution of the lesion with formation of cribriform scarring, confirming a case of vegetative pyoderma gangrenosum. It is important to note that not all inflamed and purulent lesions are infectiousneutrophilic dermatoses should always be considered.
Clinicodemographic and Dermoscopic Features of Basal Cell Carcinoma among Filipino Patients Seen in a Tertiary Care Clinic
Authors: Villena, MD Juan Paolo David S. , Atienza, MD Mary Antonette D. , Tan, MD Nicole Marella G. , Cua, MD Val Constantine S. , Ke, MD-MBA Blythe N. , Siripunvarapon, MD Arunee H.
Published: September 2024

Background. Dermoscopy enhances detection of basal cell carcinoma (BCC), especially for the pigmented subtype common among Asians. However, there is limited data on dermoscopic features of BCC in Filipinos.
Objectives. The objective of this study is to describe the clinicopathologic profile and dermoscopic features of BCC in Filipinos seen in a tertiary care clinic.
Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Philippines from November 2019 to December 2021 in a tertiary care clinic. Fifty-three (53) lesions suspicious for BCC were analyzed using dermoscopy prior to histologic confirmation. Fifty (50) biopsy-proven BCC lesions were included in the analysis.
Results. Lesions were more commonly seen in females (72.50%), and located on the head and neck (88%). The most common histopathologic subtype was nodular (74%). The most common dermoscopic features were large blue-gray ovoid nests (86%) and ulcerations (70%).
Conclusion. The most common BCC type among the study participants was nodular, with large blue-gray ovoid nests and ulceration seen on dermoscopy.
Alopecia Induced by Fluoroscopy-guided Embolization: A Case Report
Authors: Ednalino, MD Kimberly Anne G. , Yap- Silva, MD Claudine
Published: September 2024

Alopecia resulting from radiation exposure occurs 2-8 weeks after exposure. It can be temporary or permanent depending on the dose of exposure. Alopecia following fluoroscopy-guided procedures are increasing in frequency. We report the case of a 22-year-old female who underwent fluoroscopically-guided embolization of an arteriovenous malformation. Twelve days after embolization, significant hair shedding was noted, resulting in a large rectangular hairless patch with no erythema or pain on the irradiated site. Hair pull test was positive and the hair mount showed dystrophic anagen hairs. Hair tug test was negative. Trichoscopy showed yellow dots, black dots, vellus hairs, and flame hairs. Histopathologic examination showed an increase in catagen and telogen hairs. On review of the procedure, she received a total peak skin dose of 4.67 Gray from the procedure. The diagnosis of radiation-induced alopecia was made and topical minoxidil was started, resulting in complete hair growth after six months. Patients undergoing fluoroscopy-guided procedures should have adequate follow-up weeks to months post-procedure to monitor for skin and hair reactions. Physicians should also consider delayed radiation reactions in patients with a history of radiation exposure. Safety protocols must be in place, and measures should be done to minimize the dose delivered.
Hemosiderotic Dermatofibroma in a Filipino Male
Authors: Acos, MD Roy Luister C. , Balmores, MD Marie Len C. , Cubillan, MD Eileen Liesl A.
Published: September 2024

Dermatofibroma (DF) is a common, benign fibrohistiocytic tumor with unknown pathogenesis. There are multiple uncommon histologic variants of DF reported in literature, one of which is hemosiderotic DF. It can variably present as a pigmented papule or nodule commonly located on the lower extremities. Hemosiderotic DF remains to be underreported in the Philippines despite the widely available dermatopathology services in the country.
Marketing de serviços em cooperativa de crédito: uma proposta de pesquisa de satisfação
Authors: Camargo Castro de Oliveira Juliana , Garcia de Assunção Gabriel , Giovanna Silva Vilela Nágila
Published: September 2024

O objetivo deste estudo é propor um modelo de pesquisa de satisfação para uma cooperativa de crédito, levando em consideração aspectos sociais, culturais, econômicos e regionais. Este artigo é aplicado, qualitativo, bibliográfico e exploratório. A pesquisa foi realizada a partir de revisão bibliográfica, com a análise de sete artigos que aplicaram pesquisas de satisfação a partir dos métodos SERVQUAL, SERVPERF e NPS. A análise dos artigos demonstrou que as três ferramentas geram resultados para diversos segmentos, o que proporcionou a elaboração de um questionário modelo que abrange os três métodos. Ao final foi proposto uma pesquisa de satisfação que trata a respeito da compreensão da satisfação dos associados de uma cooperativa de crédito de maneira que esta possa gerir os dados e averiguar as possíveis melhorias a serem aplicadas no ambiente organizacional. Com a proposta deste estudo espera-se que a aplicação de pesquisa de satisfação em uma cooperativa de crédito, usando o questionário desenvolvido, tenha resultados melhores para aplicação de estratégias de marketing na cooperativa. No referido questionário, a pesquisa de satisfação foi idealizada a partir da união das três ferramentas discutidas no referencial teórico: SERVQUAL, SERVPERF e NPS.
Nivel de inteligencia emocional, por género y edad de estudiantes de la Facultad de Ciencias de la Educación, Centro Regional Universitario de Coclé.
Authors: Martínez Celinda , Villarreal Eduard
Published: September 2024

La inteligencia emocional es la habilidad para reconocer, comprender y gestionar las emociones propias; la autorregulación, se refiere a la capacidad de manejar las emociones de manera efectiva; la motivación, impulsa a perseguir metas con empeño; la empatía, implica comprender y compartir las emociones de los demás; las habilidades sociales, que se centran en construir relaciones saludables. La inteligencia emocional desempeña un papel crucial en el éxito personal y profesional, ya que afecta la toma de decisiones, la resolución de conflictos, la comunicación efectiva y la construcción de relaciones positivas. Desarrollar la inteligencia emocional implica cultivar habilidades a lo largo del tiempo, que contribuye a un mayor bienestar emocional y a una vida satisfactoria. Esta investigación tiene como objetivo conocer el nivel de inteligencia emocional en estudiantes de la Facultad de Ciencias de La Educación, CRU Coclé, a través de datos obtenidos para evaluar 5 aspectos de la inteligencia emocional.
Relações intergovernamentais e educação na pandemia: a atuação do Consed e da Undime
Authors: Cardoso de Araujo Gilda , Marques Freguete Lilian , Cesar Vargas Neide , Gomes dos Santos Peterle Tatiana
Published: September 2024

O artigo analisa o papel de dois fóruns interfederativos subnacionais, o Conselho Nacional de Secretários de Educação (Consed) e a União Nacional dos Dirigentes Municipais de Educação (Undime), com foco em suas atuações na crise sanitária provocada pela Covid-19, num contexto de radical alteração do modelo federativo adotado pelo governo Bolsonaro. O recorte temporal está demarcado entre março de 2020 e abril de 2022 por contemplar o período do início da pandemia até a retomada da presencialidade das aulas. A hipótese do estudo foi a de que o Consed e a Undime ocuparam o vácuo institucional deixado pela União no seu papel de coordenação da educação nacional, atuando como agentes articuladores de ações com vistas a minimizar os efeitos da crise educacional ocorrida no contexto da pandemia. Foram coletados, categorizados e analisados – com o aporte metodológico da Análise de Conteúdo de Laurence Bardin – documentos encontrados nos sítios da Undime (boletins de notícias), do Consed (atas, posicionamentos públicos, notícias, e documentos oficiais), do Ministério da Educação (MEC), do Conselho Nacional de Educação (CNE), bem como legislações aprovadas pelo Congresso Nacional que tivessem relação com a crise advinda da pandemia na área de educação. Os resultados confirmam que o Consed e a Undime ocuparam o vácuo institucional deixado pela União, assumindo um papel de coordenação da educação nacional, porém, apesar dos esforços dessas entidades, a falta de coordenação efetiva por parte do governo federal levou à acentuação das disparidades educacionais e a impactos negativos na educação básica.
AI in the L2 Classroom: Serving Language Educators through Professional Development
Authors: Minnillo Sophia , Jones Lillian , García Salvador
Published: September 2024

The spread of generative AI has been praised and criticized for engendering new possibilities and limitations for language education. While educators have praised AI’s ability to serve as a conversation partner, generate novel ideas for lesson plans, and offer tailored feedback, many instructors and scholars have voiced concerns related to AI’s biases and its impact on student learning and academic integrity. Responding to a need for further training and dialogue about AI, members of the Davis Language Center organized a professional development event in which instructors, students, and instructional technologists shared their perspectives and strategies for AI-mediated language education. The event also included guided practice on using these tools for pedagogical purposes, including writing effective prompts, interacting with AI tools, and engaging in an iterative, reflective process. Through our planning process, we discovered that balancing scheduled asynchronous tasks with focused synchronous check-ins was crucial for ensuring accountability, clear communication, and timely progress, ultimately helping us coordinate and achieve our event planning goals effectively. We report on insights from organizing and participating in the event, highlighting several advantages of using AI in language education, critical issues, and questions for further inquiry. Leveraging lessons learned at this event, we offer suggestions for coordinating trainings about AI-enhanced language education.
Sports injury prevalence and associated factors in functional fitness: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Martins Utida Karina Ayumi , Cruz Carvalho Gomes Denise , de Souza Ajala Fábio , Felippe Martinez Paula , Assis de Oliveira-Junior Silvio
Published: September 2024

Purpose

We investigated injury rates over the previous 12 months, associated factors, and injury characteristics in a cohort of recreational functional fitness training participants.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted with a convenience sample of 304 participants (175 females and 129 males; mean age: 32.6 ± 7.2 years; mean training experience: 27.6 ± 21.4 months) from three CrossFit™ affiliated gyms in Brazil. Data were collected via face-to-face interviews, using a questionnaire that focused on functional fitness-related injuries in the previous year and included data on participant demographics and training regimens.

Results

Out of all the participants, 82 (27.0%) experienced a functional fitness-related injury with an incidence rate of 1.22 injuries/1000 hours of participation. The practice of other sports activities and dissatisfaction with joint mobility of the shoulders increased the odds of being injured in the multivariate logistic regression. The shoulder was the most affected body part (26.6%). A gradual injury mechanism was the most commonly reported (36.2%), and joint sprain (18.1%), cartilage injury (11.7%), and tendinopathy (10.6%) were the most common pathology types. Concerning symptom severity, in most cases, participants referred to the injury as severe (36.2%), with a sporting time loss greater than 28 days (50%).

Conclusions

Injury prevalence over the last 12 months was 27.0% (82/304), with an incidence of 1.22 injuries/1000 hours. The practice of other sports activities and dissatisfaction with joint mobility of the shoulders increased the odds of injury. Most injuries occurred in the shoulder, with a gradual injury mechanism, and participants classified symptoms as severe, leading to significant sporting time loss.
The role of lifestyle physical activity in preventing multiple sclerosis
Authors: Opara Józef
Published: September 2024

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a devastating neurodegenerative disorder that affects more than three million people worldwide. Among the environmental, lifestyle, dietary, comorbid, and pharmacological factors investigated as possible modifiable protective or risk factors for MS, physical activity (PA) seems to play a valuable role in its prevention. Currently, there is no comprehensive review article on the preventive effects of PA in MS. This narrative review aimed to evaluate the most recent and extensive pooled analysis and evidence and to explore the influence of lifestyle PA on primary and secondary prevention in MS. Literature articles were searched through several databases, including PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, and Web of Science, from 1985 to March 2024. The review focused on lifestyle PA, defined as the daily accumulation of at least 30 min of self-selected activities. This includes all leisure, occupational, or household activities that are at least moderate to vigorous in intensity and may be planned or unplanned activities that are part of everyday life. The most valuable and representative reports on primary and secondary prevention in MS have been selected. Lifestyle PA, practised at moderate and high intensity, plays a protective role in reducing the risk of developing MS and delaying the onset of disability in persons with MS. Future studies are required to identify specific types of PA that are particularly recommended for patients with MS.
Adaptive physical education learning: evaluation by teachers of deaf students at special elementary schools
Authors: Susanto Nugroho , Setyawan Hendra , Fitriady Gema , Anam Khoiril , Jiménez José Vicente García , Latino Francesca , Tafuri Francesco , Eken Özgür , Taufik Muhamad Syamsul , Bahtra Ridho , Rifki Muhamad Sazeli , Hafidz Abdul , Pratama Rivan Saghita , Purwoto Septyaningrum Putri
Published: September 2024

Purpose

This research aims to evaluate adaptive physical education learning in deaf students at special elementary schools.

Methods

This study employs an evaluation model approach to assess the efficacy of adaptive physical education instruction. Specifically, this research utilizes the CIPP (Context, Input, Process, and Product) model for evaluation. The participants in this study were teachers who taught physical education in West Sumatra, with a sample size of 60 teachers in West Sumatra, Indonesia. Data collection was carried out using a research instrument in the form of a questionnaire administered via Google Forms. The results showed that all statement items of the questionnaire were valid for reliability testing.

Results

The results of this research showed that the evaluation using the context and input components of the CIPP scored 74.32% and 70.71%, respectively, indicating both as good. However, the process and product aspects attained a score of 50.83% and 48.10% indicating them as enough.

Conclusions

This research concluded that the implementation of adaptive physical education learning for deaf students was good. Based on the results, this research recommends that evaluations be conducted at the school level for students with special needs. Additionally, evaluation is also needed using participants involved in education.
Acute effect of single-session physio-ball wall squat training on knee active reposition sense and isokinetic parameters in sedentary female collegiate students: an experimental study
Authors: Ameer Mariam , Al Abbad Ammar , Subbarayalu Arun , Bahey El- Deen Heba , AL Sirhani Shahad , AL Arjan Elaf , ALIhawy Wessam , AL Ruwaili Njoud , Kamel Mohamed
Published: September 2024

Purpose

The current study aimed to examine the acute effect of physioball wall squat training on knee joint active reposition senses and isokinetic parameters of knee flexion and extension in sedentary collegiate female students.

Methods

An experimental study was conducted with sixty sedentary female college students aged between 18 to 25 who were divided into two groups. The experimental group of 30 participants performed Swiss ball wall squats, spanning three sets of 12 repetitions each, with 30-second rest intervals between sets. The control group of 30 participants stood with a Swiss ball positioned behind their backs, replicating the same parameters as the experimental group but without squatting. The isokinetic 4 Pro device measured active knee joint repositioning senses and isokinetic parameters of knee flexion and extension.

Results

The findings revealed notable improvements in active knee repositioning senses and all isokinetic parameters of knee flexion and extension (p < 0.05) in the experimental group post-training when compared to the control group. There were also significant differences detected between pre- and post-Swiss ball training intervention in the experimental group for all variables (p < 0.05).

Conclusions

These results suggest that Swiss ball wall squat training could enhance knee joint position senses and isokinetic parameters, potentially reducing knee injuries in sedentary individuals.
Transitioning to a Bichronous (Synchronous+Asynchronous) ODL Set-Up in High School Education: An Autoethnographic Study
Authors: Esber Stephen L.
Published: September 2024

Within the framework of Autoethnography, this study answered the research question: How did a high school teacher transition from a full face-to-face instruction to a Bichronous (Synchronous +Asynchronous) Online Distance Learning (ODL) Set-up in High School Education during the Covid 19 Pandemic? The autoethnographic genre of qualitative research enabled the researcher to craft a narrative and arrive with a deeper analysis of this narrative. After analyzing different data set and examination of artifacts such as email, curricular documents, discussion posts, video recordings, a workplace calendar, a personal journal, professional development logs, and personal experience; the study revealed, as reflected by several periods in the findings, that the author’s transition includes: (a) structuring the course (designing pedagogy in ODL) – designing the Leanring Contiuity Plan, In-service Training for Teachers, and Designing the Theresian Learner’s Study Guide (TLSG); (b) effectively using the ODL technologies to implement a Bichronous ODL set-up – structuring the course in the Learning Management System for the asynchronous mode and conducting real-time teaching using video conferencing tools for the synchronous mode; (c) establishing teacher presence in the asynchronous and synchronous modes; and (d) providing student-support mechanism – cognitive, affective, and systemic. The importance of designing a school’s ODL set-up for future remote teaching and learning scenario should be looked into and teachers should receive proper training on ODL Pedagogy and Technologies.