bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of Extenders for the Liquid Storage of Ring-Necked Pheasant (Phasianuscolchicus) Semen
Authors: Mumtaz Saba , Razzaq Anum , Ahmad Tariq , Iqbal Mudassar , Khanum Laila , Allah Rakha Bushra , Pervaiz Rida
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Ring-necked pheasant (Phasianuscolchicus) is a famous game bird and has ecological, marketable, aesthetic, sport and nutritive values. It is native to Eastern central Asia, China, Japan and is introduced as game bird to other regions of the world. Population of this species is continuously declining due to hunting pressure, habitat fragmentation, meat purpose and increased urbanization. There is need to conserve the species through techniques of semen banking as may provide a protected net against extinction. Objective/Aim: The current study was designed to asses range of extenders (Red fowl, Tselutin Poultry, Beltsville Poultry, Chicken semen, Lake and EK extenders) for storage of ring-necked pheasant semen at 5 °C in refrigerator for 48 hours. Methodology: Short-term semen storage method used for avian semen, as avian sperms are sensitive to higher 11temperature fluctuations during the cryopreservation process. Semen collection was made from trained and mature cocks and diluted in the Beltsville Poultry, Red fowl, Lake, EK, Tselutin Poultry and Chicken semen extenders, stored at 5°C and evaluated for sperm motility (%), plasma membrane integrity (%), viability (%), acrosome integrity (%) and DNA fragmentation at 0h, 3h, 6h, 24h and 48 h of storage. Results: The spermatozoa motility was higher (p<0.05) in RFE (72.50±3.23) and Tselutin poultry extender (53.75±2.39) as compared to other diluents; Beltsville poultry (41.25±1.25) and Lake (30.00 ± 2.04) whereas Membrane integrity was also higher (P<0.05) in RFE (80.50±2.1) and Tselutin poultry extender (63.75±2.39). However, RFE (67.00±1.22) maintained sperm viability (P<0.05) higher at all storage hours (0, 3, 6, 24 and 48) as compared to TPE (63.75±1.49). Data obtained from the current study were analyzed by using ANOVA and LSD. Conclusion: Hence, it is concluded that ring-necked pheasant semen can be stored at 5ºC for 48 hours in Red fowl extender for captive propagation of the species.
Factors Associated with Non-Adherence to Anti-Tuberculosis Treatment Among Patients in Lahore, Pakistan
Authors: Yousaf Ruhamah , M. Rana Saleem , M.A. Qureshi Ejaz , Hanif Asif , Nargus Shumaila , SG. Khan Muhammad , A. Faridi Tallat , Vehra Seemal
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Tuberculosis is a major public health threat that has annihilated more of its infected subjects than any other infectious disease. This study was conducted to explore the factors of non-adherence to anti-tuberculosis treatment along with the socio-demographic indicators. The study also assessed the association between reasons for non-adherence to anti-tuberculosis treatment and the place of living of the patients. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Social Security Hospital, Lahore from September 2020 to June 2021 by interviewing 150 participants receiving anti-TB drugs for at least one month. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect information regarding patient’s sociodemographics and factors associated with non-adherence to anti-tuberculosis treatment. A Chi-square test was performed to find out the association between reasons for non-adherence to anti-tuberculosis treatment and place of living using SPSS. Results: Of 150 participants, 54.7% were males while 45.3% were females having age range between 18 to 80 years. The average duration of anti-tuberculosis treatment was 3.88±1.346 months. The average overall number of anti-tuberculosis treatment doses missed during the last two weeks was 3.23 ±1.495. Patients reported that the treatment course was lengthy (99.3%), took more than 15 minutes travel time to reach the health care facility (91.3 %), and felt that their appetite was influenced after taking drugs (90.7%). Patients living in rural areas (52.6%) were more likely to feel poor support from health staff as compared to those who were residing in urban areas (33.3%) which was statistically significant (p = 0.026). Conclusion: The study concluded that the level of education of the patients is associated with the non-adherence to TB treatment among people living in urban and rural areas. Also, distance of the healthcare facility from residence, travelling time, nature and availability of transport services significantly affect the patient compliance with the TB therapy. Moreover, socioeconomic background, monthly income, and employment status play an important role in the determination of successful completion of TB treatment by a patient. Whereas multiple drugs for treatment, higher dosages and long duration of treatment also affects the adherence to the treatment plan.
A Prospective Study to Find the Association of Astigmatism in Patients of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) in a Tertiary Health Care Centre in India (Vindhya Region MP)
Authors: Rajneesh Singh , Eva Rani Tirkey
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) /Spring catarrh is a chronic, bilateral, although it can occasionally present unilaterally1 at times asymmetrical, seasonally exacerbated, allergic inflammation of the ocular surface, involving the lids, conjunctiva (tarsal/bulbar), limbus and the cornea with periodic incidence of self-limited character mainly affecting patients in their first or second decade2 Aim: To conduct a prospective study to find the association of astigmatism in patients of vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) in tertiary health care Centre. Material and Method: Hundred patients, age ranging between 5 and 20 years, with Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) attending the ophthalmology out-patient department at tertiary health care centre, Rewa, M.P., India from January 2020 to June 2021 were included in the study. Detailed history including a record of age, sex, place of residence, age of onset of symptoms, seasonal variation, associated allergic or atopic history, best corrected visual acuity, refractive status and autorefractometry was noted, and each patient was thoroughly examined with slit lamp. Result: Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) is found to affect young males76 (76%) more than females 24 (24%). Male: female 3:1. 80% patients were below 16 years of age, more in summer in the month of May and June. Itching was the commonest presentation 100 (100%). Palpebral 59 (59%) form of the VKC was predominant type of all three. Myopia 28 (28%) was the commonest refractive error followed by Hypermetropia 9 (9%) and Astigmatism 19 (19%). Amongst astigmatism maximum were having mixed type astigmatism, palpebral form was mostly associated with astigmatism. Conclusion: We found myopia to be the commonest refractive error in patients of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis followed by hypermetropia and astigmatism. Chronic VKC was the commonest manifested stage. Palpebral Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis was the commonest clinical type.
Relationship of Adiponectin with Metabolic Syndrome Indicators in Pregnancy: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Akhtar Yasmin , Ahmad Khan Mudassir , Kashif Malik, Muhammad , Kashif Seemin , Rehman Gulalai , Uddin Alla , Adnan Abdullah , Usman Sheikh Arooba
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Obesity, hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia and hypertension are indicators of metabolic syndrome (MetS). Low serum adiponectin levels might be able to predict MetS. Objective/Aim: This study was meant to assess relationship between MetS and adiponectin. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, women in their 24-40 weeks of pregnancy were selected. The study consisted of two groups, one group comprised 100 control, healthy pregnant women, while second group comprised 100 pregnant women with known gestational diabetes. Body mass index (BMI), and systolic and diastolic blood pressure participants were recorded. Blood was tested for HbA1c, HDL, triglycerides, and serum adiponectin levels. Results: BMI of 30% of participants was ≥30 kg/m², and 43% of the participants had HbA1c ≥6.5%. HDL levels were lower than normal in 30% of participants, and serum triglyceride levels were higher than normal in 78% of participants. SBP was higher than normal in 23% of the participants. Adiponectin level was low in >60% of cases. No statistically significant difference was found between the BMI of both groups. SBP and DBP were within normal limits in both groups. HbA1c levels were higher than normal, and HDL levels and adiponectin levels were lower than normal in the diabetic group. No statistically significant difference was found in TAG levels in both groups, and it was higher than normal in both groups. Regression analysis showed that adiponectin levels could predict diabetes and low HDL levels in our study. Conclusion: Hypoadiponectinemia could predict MetS indicators like hyperglycemia and low HDL levels.
EKSISTENSI ISTANA ADAT KESULTANAN PALEMBANG DARUSSALAM SEBAGAI WADAH PELESTARIAN ADAT BUDAYA PALEMBANG TAHUN 2004-2020
Authors: Suhayat Harlis , Amelia Zaza Yulianti , Syarifuddin Syarifuddin , Supriyanto Supriyanto
Published: August 2022

Istana Adat Kesultanan Palembang Darussalam dibangun sebagai salah satu upaya dalam melestarikan memori kolektif Kesultanan Palembang Darussalam. Tetapi, keberadaan Istana Adat Kesultanan Palembang Darussalam masih kurang diketahui oleh masyarakat luas. Dengan menggunakan metode penelitian sejarah, penulis mengumpulan sumber sejarah melalui observasi, wawancara, dan studi kepustakaan, menguji atau menilai sumber tersebut secara kritis, serta disajikan hasil yang pada umumnya berbentuk tulis dengan metode kualitatif deskriptif menekankan pemahaman mengenai topik yang akan diteliti berdasarkan kondisi realitas. Dari hasil penelitian yang dilakukan penulis dapat ditarik kesimpulan bahwa eksistensi dari Istana Adat Kesultanan Palembang Darussalam sebagai wadah pelestarian adat budaya Palembang masih dapat terlihat. Hal ini dapat dibuktikan dengan terdapat kunjungan- kunjungan serta kegiatan-kegiatan baik internal maupun eksternal yang diselenggarakan.Â
NILAI-NILAI SEJARAH RUMAH LIMAS SERATUS TIANG DI DESA SUGIH WARAS KABUPATEN OGAN KOMERING ILIR SEBAGAI SUMBER PEMBELAJARAN SEJARAH LOKAL
Authors: Maharanis Natasyah , Sholeh Kabib , Wandiyo Wandiyo
Published: August 2022

Rumah seratus tiang merupakan salah satu peninggalan dari pangeran Redjed yang terletak di daerah Desa Sugih Waras Kabupaten Ogan Komering Ilir. Rumusan masalah dalam penelitian ini adalah bagaimana nilai-nilai sejarah Rumah Limas Seratus Tiang di Desa Sugih Waras Kabupaten Ogan Komering Ilir sebagai sumber pembelajaran sejarah lokal? Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis nilai-nilai sejarah yang terdapat pada Rumah Limas Seratus Tiang di Desa Sugih Waras sebagai sumber pembelajaran sejarah lokal. Metode penelitian yang digunakan Deskriptif Kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini adalah wawancara, observasi, dokumentasi dan studi pustaka. Teknik analisis data dalam penelitian ini adalah reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian nilai-nilai sejarah yang terdapat pada Rumah Limas Seratus Tiang, adalah: Nilai arsitektur, nilai sosial-budaya, nilai politik, dan nilai kekuatan. Dengan dijadikannya rumah limas seratus tiang sebagai sumber pembelajaran sejarah lokal, maka dapat membantu siswa mengetahui sejarah lokal sehingga dapat menumbuhkan rasa nasionalisme dalam diri siswa.
KONSEP BATANGHARI SEMBILAN DALAM SEJARAH DAN KEBUDAYAAN MELAYU SUMATERA SELATAN SEBAGAI SUMBER PEMBELAJARAN SEJARAH LOKAL
Authors: Mardiana Ana , Idris Muhamad , Wandiyo Wandiyo
Published: August 2022

Sumatera bagian Selatan merupakan salah satu kepulauan terbesar di Indonesia yang begitu banyak memiliki kekayaan budaya yang begitu beragam di setiap daerahnya. Permasalahan dalam penelitian ini bagaimana konsep Batanghari Sembilan dalam sejarah dan kebudayaan Melayu Sumatera Selatan yang dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai sumber pembelajaran sejarah lokal. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui konsep Batanghari Sembilan dalam sejarah dan kebudayaan Melayu Sumatera Selatan yang dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai sumber pembelajarah sejarah lokal. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode deskriptif kualitatif. Pengumpulan data penelitian seperti wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Pengambilan nama Batanghari Sembilan itu sebenarnya mengikut kepada adanya Sembilan anak sungai Musi. Daerah aliran sungai Musi, Ogan, Komering, Lematang, Kelingi, Rawas, Batanghari Leko, Banyuasin dan Lalan. Sebagian besar penduduk yang berada di daerah Uluan umumnya hidup berkelompok di tepi sungai sehingga pola permukiman penduduk di wilayah itu tidak sama. Sementara itu, di daerah Iliran, yaitu wilayah Timur yang terdiri dari dataran rendah dan pantai dan pantai (rawa-rawa dan paya-paya sehingga tidak cocok untuk pertanian), penduduknya sangat jarang. Dalam pembelajaran sejarah di sekolah sebagai guru haruslah banyak membaca buku dari berbagai sumber referensi yang berhubungan dengan materi pembelajaran sejarah agar pembelajaran sejarah lebih efektif dan efesien. Untuk mengangkat nilai moral yang berbudayakan kelokalan agar pelajaran sejarah lebih efektif dalam menanamkan konsep Batanghari Sembilan dalam sejarah dan kebudayaan Melayu Sumatera Selatan sebagai sumber pembelajaran sejarah lokal.
TINJAUAN HISTORIS AKULTURASI BUDAYA DALAM KULINER PALEMBANG SEBAGAI SUMBER PEMBELAJARAN SEJARAH
Authors: Oktaria Fatma Dwi , Idris Muhamad , Suriadi Aan
Published: August 2022

Kuliner adalah suatu hasil dari karya seni yang dengan mempelajari tentang suatu minuman atau makanan. Maka kuliner yang ada di Palembang memiliki hubungan budaya dengan daerah dan bangsa lainnya yang dijadikan sumber pembelajaran sejarah. Subfokus penelitian: Akulturasi budaya dalam kuliner Palembang. Permasalahan yang ada di dalam penelitian ini ialah bagaimana bentuk akulturasi budaya dalam kuliner Palembang ditinjau dari pendekatan historis untuk dimanfaatkan sebagai sumber pembelajaran sejarah. Tujuan penelitian: untuk mengetahui bentuk akulturasi budaya yang ada di dalam kuliner Palembang ditinjau dari pendekatan historis dijadikan sebagai untuk sumber pembelajaran di mata pelajaran sejarah. Manfaat penelitian dari tinjauan historis akulturasi budaya dalam kuliner Palembang dapat tersedianya sumber pembelajaran bagi sekolah, siswa, dan guru serta dijadikan referensi pembelajaran. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif dengan mengumpulkan data, menyajikan data, memvalidasi data, dan menyimpulkan data. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian yang menunjukkan bahwa â€œTinjauan Historis Akulturasi Budaya dalam Kuliner Palembang sebagai Sumber Pembejaran Sejarahâ€ memuat isi materi sejarah dan budaya yang sesuai dengan periodesasi sejarah Palembang dari masa Sriwijaya, masa pengaruh Bangsa Arab, Pengaruh Bangsa India, Masa pengaruh bangsa Tiongkok Kesultanan Palembang, Kolonialisme, Masa Penajajahan Jepang, dan masa kontemporer. Materi ini juga memuat mengenai budaya dan sejarah kuliner Palembang yang perpaduan beberapa budaya.
PEMANFAATAN TEKNOLOGI (LCD DAN APLIKASI POWER POINT) DENGAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN TALKING STICK DALAM PEMBELAJARAN SEJARAH
Authors: Asy'ari Faruq Hasan , Haqibillah M Zaki
Published: August 2022

Secara etimologis, kata teknologi berasal dari dua kata yaitu techno yang berarti seni dan logia (logos) yang berarti ilmu. Dalam perkembangannya teknologi dapat dimanfaatkan dilembaga pendidikan. Potensi teknologi dapat meningkatkan produktivitas pendidikan dengan mempercepat tahap belajar. Peningkatan kualitas pembelajaran dapat dilakukan dengan menggunakan media teknologi pendidikan, yaitu dengan cara mencari dan mengidentifikasi permasalahan yang dihadapi dalam belajar kemudian dicarikan pemecahannya melalui aplikasi teknologi informasi yang sesuai. Dalam penelitian ini data didapatkan dari sumber artikel dan jurnal, buku, dan berita yang ada di media massa. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode analisis deskriptif untuk menganalisis data. Adapun dalam penelitian membahas tentang pengertian teknologi informasi, pengertian model pembelajaran talking stick, pengertian pembelajaran sejarah dan pemanfaatan teknologi dengan metode talking stick dalam pembelajaran sejarah. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mempermudah pendidik khususnya pendidik sejarah dalam kegiatan pembelajaran yang dapat memanfaatkan teknologi dengan metode pembelajaran talking stick.
KOLEKSI MUSEUM dr. ADNAN KAPAU GANI PALEMBANG SEBAGAI PEMBELAJARAN SEJARAH DI SMA METHODIST 3 PALEMBANG
Authors: Saniyah Olivia Dwi , Sholeh Kabib , Nindiati Dina Sri
Published: August 2022

Museum adalah lembaga, tempat penyimpanan, perawatan, pengamanan dan pemanfaatan benda-benda bukti materil hasil budaya manusia serta alam dan lingkungannya guna menunjang upaya perlindungan dan pelestarian kekayaan budaya bangsa. Permasalahan dalam penelitian ini adalah bagaimana analisis koleksi Museum dr. Adnan Kapau Gani Palembang sebagai sumber pembelajaran sejarah di SMA Methodist 3 Palembang? Tujuan yang ingin dicapai dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis koleksi Museum dr. Adnan Kapau Gani sebagai sumber pembelajaran sejarah di SMA Methodist 3 Palembang. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode deskriptif kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan dokumentasi, observasi, dan wawancara. Teknik analisis data dengan reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Museum Pahlawan Nasional Mayor Jenderal TNI (Purn.) dr. Adnan Kapau Gani Palembang berdiri pada tahun 2004 dan dikelola oleh Yayasan Hj. R.A. Masturah Adnan Kapau Gani. Koleksi tersimpan di Museum dr. Adnan Kapau Gani yakni Bintang Jasa, Piagam, Surat-surat Keputusan, foto-foto perjuangan, souvenir, peralatan rumah tangga, peralatan kantor, buku-buku referensi pribadi dan mobil Jeep Adnan Kapau Gani yang selalu dipakai pada masa peperangan dulu. Koleksi dan peradaban nilai kesejarahan dalam Museum dr. Adnan Kapau Gani dapat dijadikan sebagai materi pembelajaran sejarah kelas XI yang terdapat dalam Kompetensi Dasar 3.5 yaitu menganalisis peran tokoh-tokoh nasional dan daerah dalam memperjuangkan kemerdekaan Indonesia di SMA Methodist 3 Palembang
PENGARUH REVOLUSI HIJAU TERHADAP PERUBAHAN SOSIAL EKONOMI PETANI DI KABUPATEN KARANGANYAR TAHUN 1969-1998
Authors: Styawan Aris Agus
Published: August 2022

Sejumlah kajian yang membahas tentang revolusi hijau sepanjang tahun 1970-an sampai 1990-an banyak menampilkan perdebatan hasil studi yang cukup menarik salah satunya tentang dampak yang ditimbulkan oleh revolusi hijau terhadap kehidupan sosial ekonomi petani pedesaan. Akan tetapi kajian-kajian yang ada sebagian besar hanya terpusat di beberapa daerah di Jawa dan menempatkan bahwa revolusi hijau telah mengubah secara menyeluruh wajah masyarakat petani pedesaan menjadi petani komersial. Walau sudah setengah abad lebih sejak pelaksanaan kebijakan tersebut, kajian tentang revolusi hijau masih menarik untuk diteliti lebih lanjut. Melalui penggunaan metode sejarah, tulisan ini bertujuan mengungkap pengaruh revolusi hijau terhadap perubahan sosial ekonomi petani pedesaan di Kabupaten Karanganyar tahun 1969-1998. Tulisan ini dibangun dengan memanfaatkan berbagai sumber arsip terutama dari catatan statistik, peraturan hukum daerah, koran dan majalah, serta didukung adanya data hasil wawancara. Diargumentasikan bahwa adanya penggunaan teknologi baru dan peningkatan hasil usaha tani tidak serta merta mengubah secara keseluruhan kondisi kehidupan sosial ekonomi masyarakat petani Kabupaten Karanganyar menjadi petani komersial. Terdapat sebagian masyarakat petani pedesaan yang memilih tetap menggunakan prinsip dahulukan selamat dan menjaga etika subsistensi.
Lessons Learned From the AIDS Crisis in Lordegan, Iran, 2019
Authors:   Department of Health in Disasters and Emergencies, School of Nursing, AJA University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Sharififar Simintaj , Nazari Saeed ,   Department of Health in Disasters and Emergencies, School of Nursing, AJA University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Ahmadi Marzaleh Milad ,   Department of Health in Disasters and Emergencies, School of Management and Medical Informatics, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
Published: August 2022

AIDS is an acquired immunodeficiency syndrome caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) [1, 2]. AIDS is among the major challenges to the health system in all countries. This health challenge has spread to all countries and all age groups, especially those 25-34 years. The probability of transmission of AIDS ranges from 70% by blood transfusion to 30% by sexual intercourse, mother-to-child transmission, and other blood products [3-5].
Assessment of Ambulance Response Time: A Study of Tabriz Emergency Medical Center, Tabriz City, Iran
Authors:   Department of Medical‑Surgical Nursing, Nursing and Midwifery Faculty, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran., Feizollahzadeh Hossein , Safa Bagher ,   Shabestar Hospital, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Shabestar, Iran., Rajaei Rozbeh ,   Department of Emergency Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran., Dadashzadeh Abbas ,   Department of Medical‑Surgical Nursing, Nursing and Midwifery Faculty, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran., Bari Azizeh ,   Shabestar Hospital, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Shabestar, Iran.
Published: August 2022

Background: The emergency medical services system has a vital role in the timely treatment of victims and the reduction of injury and mortality rates. Ambulance response time is an essential variable in evaluating the quality of its services. The aim of this study was to determine the ambulance response time and to compare it according to background variables. Materials & Methods: This descriptive study was conducted on ambulance emergency missions in Tabriz Emergency Medical Center. The data file related to the eligible missions in the server of the center was read and listened and ambulance response time and background variables were extracted and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results: The average ambulance response time was 11.58 (5.69) minutes and was long. The results showed there is a statistically significant relationship between ambulance response time and ambulance technical readiness, traffic conditions, accident time, and the educational level of ambulance personnel. Conclusion: Compared to the standard value, the average ambulance response time in Tabriz Emergency Medical Center was longer. By recognizing the effective variables and taking the required actions, one can improve the ambulance response time and facilitate the medical services providing process in emergency conditions.
Associations of the Sleepiness With Physiologic Changes in Night Shift Rehabilitation Healthcare Workers
Authors:   Department of Ergonomics, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Piri Keshtiban Nasim , Maghsoudi Pour Maryam ,   Department of Ergonomics, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Bikdeli Hedieh ,   Department of Occupational medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Nemati Dopalani Fatemeh ,   Department of Nursing, Petrochemical Industries Hospital, Mahshahr, Iran., Khammar Alireza ,   Department of Occupational Health Engineering, School of Public Health, Zabol University of Medical Sciences, Zabol, Iran., Kamali Mostafa ,   Department of Health Information Sciences, Faculty of Management and Medical Information Sciences, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran., Vatani Javad ,   Department of Occupational Health Engineering, Guilan Road Trauma Research Center, School of Health, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Published: August 2022

Background: Sleepiness and the changes in vital signs affect the quality of work of hospital staff. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between sleepiness and physiological changes and vital signs in night shift workers in rehabilitation staff. Materials and Methods: This study was a cross-sectional study performed on night shift personnel of Rafideh Hospital in Tehran City, Iran, in 2018. A questionnaire, including demographic information and the Stanford sleepiness scale, was used for data collection. The results were analyzed using repeated measures analysis in SPSS software v. 21. Results: The Mean±SD age of the participants was 38.23±5.96 years, comprising 33 men (64.7%) and 18 women (35.3%). Most personnel were married (72.5%) and non-smoker (82.4%). The amount of sleepiness increased significantly with increasing working time. Demographic characteristics had no significant association with sleepiness. However, there was a significant negative association between sleepiness and heart rate, and oral temperature. Blood pressure showed a decreasing trend with increasing working time until midnight. Also, an increase in blood pressure was recorded at 2 AM. Conclusion: The findings of this study showed that sleepiness might have a significant association with vital signs in night work personnel. Hence, proper planning of shift work schedules and compatibility with physiological conditions might result in better working conditions for medical staff.
Acculturation, Race/Ethnicity, and Health Behaviors
Authors: SA Teruya , D Pan
Published: August 2022

Our study aim was to test whether three commonly-used measures of acculturation, or simple race and ethnicity, were more accurate in predicting three specific health behaviors. “Acculturation” variables included a) citizenship status (native-born US citizen, naturalized citizen, non-citizen), b) years of residence in the USA, and c) language spoken during the interview, and that reported to be spoken at home. The health behaviors examined were a) receiving an annual flu vaccination, b) current smoker or “never having smoked” status, and c) (not) drinking more than four alcoholic beverages at one time on a daily or weekly basis (“binge drinking”).

Data from the 2011 – 2019 California Health Interview Surveys (CHIS) indicate that Asian race was a positive predictor of all three health behaviors. Whites, Hispanics and African-Americans demonstrated similar positive behaviors, but specifically in regards to flu vaccinations, never having smoked status, and (no) binge drinking, respectively. Bivariate and logistic regression analyses indicate that citizenship status, and years of residency in the USA for non-citizens, did not predict these same behaviors.
Findings indicate that language may be significant, but mainly as a proxy for race and ethnicity, rather than as an acculturation component. Responses from those who spoke Spanish or an Asian language offered in CHIS, for example, were largely consistent with those from Hispanic and Asian participants, respectively. Responses to the same questions from those who spoke an Asian language a) during the interview and b) reportedly at home, were not always consistent, however, and warrant further investigation.

It is also possible that the relatively small number of CHIS survey language choices may limit diversity and representation in the study population, and affect findings using these data. Those who do not speak English, Spanish, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), Korean, Tagalog or Vietnamese are presumably excluded from this study, although their data in terms of language, race and ethnicity would seem highly relevant and valuable. Because CHIS is limited to California, we recommend future research using nationwide data that considers other acculturation components, and includes ethnic and cultural subgroups, and bi- and multi-racial populations.

Keywords: Acculturation, immigrant, health behaviors, race, ethnicity, CHIS, language
Donepezil and α‐synuclein Constipation: A 60 Month Follow-Up
Authors: Lepkowsky Charles M
Published: August 2022

In a longitudinal case study, the acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (AChEI) Donepezil was used to address the symptoms of constipation, obstipation and impaction in four patients diagnosed at different stages of disease progression with the α‐synuclein or Lewy body disorders Parkinson’s disease (PD) and Neurocognitive Disorder with Lewy Bodies (NCDLB). For each of the four patients, the use of Donepezil was associated with significant symptom reduction. Symptom improvement was maintained in follow-up studies conducted at intervals of six, twelve, eighteen, thirty-six, forty-eight and sixty months, with no apparent reduction in bowel motility. After four or five years, even with progression of other α‐synucleinopathy, bowel motility was preserved. The results suggest that patients with α‐synuclein disorders can experience long-term benefit in the reduction of symptoms including constipation, obstipation and impaction with the use of the AChEI Donepezil.

Keywords: Neurocognitive Disorder with Lewy Bodies, Parkinson’s disease, constipation, Donepezil, acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
Pinpoint size port d’Entrée as a predictor for better clinical outcome in pediatric endophthalmitis: A case series
Authors: Victor Andi Arus , Gunardi Triana Hardianti , Mufidah Mefina Aulia
Published: August 2022

Endophthalmitis is an intraocular inflammation involving both posterior and anterior segments, caused by bacterial or fungal infections. Here, we present a case series of five cases presented to the National Referral Hospital from January to December 2017. Five eyes were identified, including exogenous and endogenous odontogenic causes. All eyes were managed with vitrectomy, intravitreal antibiotics, and systemic antibiotics. Documented final best VA were 20/40 (20%), 1/300 (40%), and no light perception with phthisis bulbi (40%). Despite aggressive timely treatments, visual prognosis are poor in both endogenous and exogenous endophthalmitis. The best final VA 6/12 was found in the smallest port d’entrée size (pinpoint). Other characteristics did not show any significant clinical difference. Pinpoint size or smaller port d’entrée suggests better visual outcomes in pediatric endophthalmitis.
A case report on leptospirosis with pseudohepatorenal syndrome
Authors: Johri Nishant , V Maheshwari
Published: August 2022

The spirochete Leptospira interrogans causes leptospirosis, a zoonosis. There are numerous clinical symptoms of leptospirosis. Clinical manifestations might range from a subclinical infection with a mild fever to severe clinical symptoms with jaundice and renal failure. Here, a case of leptospirosis with acute renal failure, thrombocytopenia, and hyperbilirubinemia is presented. A 51-year-old man presented with fever, body aches, muscle aches, colored urine, and jaundice for 2 days. On serology report, L. interrogans AB IGM-CARD was weekly positive. In the Renal function test, urea and creatinine values were high as well as the liver function test was abnormal. The patient was given 1 g of ceftriaxone intravenously and 100 mg of doxycycline orally. Hepatorenal treatment was supportive and the outcome was positive. It may have been overlooked when the diagnosis of leptospirosis was confirmed.
Early to recognize and Early to recover: A case series on Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis
Authors: Poovarasan Raja , K Dhilipan , B Keerthi Iyengar , K Tharagaram , Iyer Rajesh Shankar , Kumar E Senthil
Published: August 2022

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is a rare disease of muscle, presenting with sudden onset weakness of muscles with or without features of hyperthyroidism. The disease most commonly occurs in the Asian population representing about 1.9% of thyrotoxic patients. It involves a predominantly male population with no family history, with or without hypokalemia. Pathophysiology is still not clearly understood. We are describing, a case series of two different patients of TPP presented to our emergency department (ED). One patient presented with classical episodic weakness of both lower limbs specifically during the night times with spontaneous reversal of weakness early in the morning. Another patient presented with complete weakness of both lower limbs for the past 1 day. Both of them had a history of weight loss and intermittent palpitations. They were promptly diagnosed in the ED and successfully treated. We recommend evaluating thyroid function status in the emergency room with the aforementioned clinical features, as early recognition and correction of thyrotoxic state are the definitive treatment helping in a complete reversal of weakness. Potassium supplements, beta-blockers, and antithyroid medications are used in treating acute attacks and preventing recurrence.
case series of Covid-19-associated fungal infections: The gruesome twosome
Authors: Jangla Sunayana , Cherian Susan
Published: August 2022

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2(SARS-CoV-2) is the novel coronavirus responsible for causing Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The pandemic has seen many ebbs and flows since its detection, particularly regarding various manifestations coupled with it. Secondary fungal infections, especially COVID-19-associated mucormycosis, have seen a summit, especially during the second wave of the pandemic. However, we reported a series of three cases of mucormycosis in association with another fungal mould from the sample received from patients infected with this virus that presented to our hospital during this pandemic. Our report is about the novelty of dual fungal infection caused by a Zygomycete group along with Aspergillus isolated from pulmonary as well as extra-pulmonary sites, all of which were confirmed on culture. Timely and multidisciplinary management of these patients helped patient survival.
Peculiar association of pulmonary embolism with evolved inferior wall myocardial infarction
Authors: Selvam Nandha kumar , Kumar Dhilipan , Kandasamy Tharagaram
Published: August 2022

Inferior wall myocardial infarction (MI) is one of the common straightforward cardiac conditions in the emergency department (ED) but inferior wall MI masquerading pulmonary embolism (PE) is extremely rare and can be missed if not evaluated promptly in ED. Misdiagnosis of PE is associated with high mortality. Here, we report a case of a 67-year-old male who was admitted to the ED and has been diagnosed with evolved inferior wall MI based on his clinical presentation and electrocardiogram. Later, he developed syncope following which he was reassessed and evaluated for the other possible conditions. Bedside echocardiography findings raised suspicion for PE, which was further confirmed by computed tomography pulmonary angiogram (CTPA). The patient underwent successful thrombolysis and was scheduled for an elective coronary angiogram. This case report highlights the importance of clinical presentation and the benefits of bedside echocardiography that helped in suspecting the association of PE with evolved inferior wall MI.
A case series on bullous pemphigoid like scabies: A diagnostic challenge
Authors: Hamdi Dooha , Alhamdi Khalil
Published: August 2022

Scabies is an ectoparasitic infection caused by Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis in humans. Accurate figures of the prevalence of scabies are difficult to obtain, it seems to affect around 100–300 million people worldwide. Scabies is usually transmitted by close intimate physical contacts, such as the sharing of a bed or prolonged hand-holding. Scabies mites survive for 24–36 h outside of human bodies. Itching is the most obvious manifestation of scabies, which is usually sparing the face in adult classic scabies. The onset occurs 3–4 weeks after acquiring the infection. Bullous pemphigoid-like scabies is one of the atypical and rare forms of scabies that may be overlooked and mismanaged, where only 44 cases worldwide with this mode of presentation were reported. Here, we reported a series of three cases of bullous pemphigoid-like scabies, which presented with nocturnal itching and vesiculobullous lesions that are to the best of our knowledge the first cases reported in our country
ANALISIS PENYEBAB BANJIR DI PERUMAHAN SIMALINGKAR, JALAN ROTAN RAYA KECAMATAN MEDAN TUNTUNGAN
Authors: Sianturi Ester Tania Br.
Published: August 2022

Banjir merupakan salah satu bencana yang sering terjadi dan telah menjadi isu di dalam masyarakat Indonesia. Adapun pengertian banjir adalah peristiwa terbenamnya daratan karena volume air yang meningkat. Pertumbuhan manusia yang pesat menjadi salah satu penyebab terjadinya banjir. Karena kebutuhan manusia meningkat akan bangunan. Dengan begitu akan menyebabkan lahan penyerapan air semakin kecil. Kota Medan menjadi salah satu daerah yang sering dilanda banjir. Maka dari itu tujuan penelitian ini untuk menganalisis penyebab terjadinya banjir di Perumnas Simalingkar, Jalan Rotan Raya, Kecamatan Medan Tuntungan dan mengidentifikasi dampak banjir bagi masyarakat sekitar. Penelitian ini bersifat analisis data kualitatif dimana melakukan studi kasus dan dokumentasi langsung. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa banjir yang terjadi disebabkan faktor alami dan faktor manusia. Faktor alam seperti tingginya curah hujan, topografi wilayah, menurunnya kapasitas sungai dan lain-lain. Faktor alamiah biasanya sulit dikendalikan, jikapun bisa akan membutuhkan biaya yang cukup besar. Sedangkan pada faktor Manusia utamanya bersumber pada unsur pertumbuhan penduduk dimana semakin banyak penduduk maka kebutuhan akan semakin tinggi, diikuti peningkatan kebutuhan infrastruktur seperti jalan atau selokan, pemukiman untuk tempat tinggal masyarakat, sarana air bersih, pendidikan, serta layanan masyarakat lainnya. Selain itu pertumbuhan penduduk akan diikuti juga kebutuhan lahan usaha untuk pertanian, perkebunan, serta industri.
ANALYSIS OF CONCEPT 3A IN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT (CASE STUDY: DUSUN IV, DESA DENAI LAMA, KAB. DELI SERDANG)
Authors: Dafa Rizky Prayoga  , Dini Afiaty Zata , Tarigan Lara Anjelita , Sari Putri Andiana , Lubis Darwin P. , Permana Sendi
Published: August 2022

Penelitian didasarkan pada dunia pariwisata yang mengalami perkembangan sangat pesat. Di tengah-tengah pandemi dan melambatnya ekonomi, Desa Wisata Denai Lama hadir untuk menjadi salah satu opsi desa wisata yang berkeadilan, yang memberikan gerak ekonomi untuk masyarakat dan membuka lapangan kerja seluas-luasnya, dan sebesar-besarnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis konsep 3A dan menyimpulkan konsep SWOT dalam pengembangan pariwisata di Dusun IV, Desa Denai Lama, Kab. Deli Serdang Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian metode pendekatan kualitatif-deskriptif. Informan dalam penelitian ini adalah Kepala Dusun IV yaitu Bapak Sucipto. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode observasi lapangan, wawancara, dan studi pustaka. Teknik analisis yang digunakan adalah model analisis interaktif Miles dan Herberman dan analisis SWOT. Hasil yang ditemukan adalah keberadaan Agrowisata Paloh Naga di Dusun IV, Desa Denai Lama menjadi ikon wisata kawasan ini. Terdapat sejumlah objek wisata pendukung lain yang sangat potensial. Namun, masih terdapat beberapa hambatan yang menjadi kendala dalam pengembangan kawasan wisata ini. Dengan adanya alternatif strategi pengembangan pariwisata dapat membantu perkembangan kawasan ini semakin maju dan terpenuhinya semua hal yang dibutuhkan.
PENGEMBANGAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN INTERAKTIF ARTICULATE STORYLINE PADA MATERI PENGINDERAAN JAUH
Authors: Ridhwan Ridhwan , Sari Rima Meilita
Published: August 2022

Tujuan penelitian dan pengembangan ini adalah mengembangkan media pembelajaran berupa articulate storyline pada materi penginderaan jauh. Pengembangan media pembelajaran menggunakan prosedur pengembangan dari Borg and Gall yang telah dilakukan modifikasi sesuai dengan tujuan penelitian. Adapun tahapan pengembangan yang dilakukan hingga menghasilkan prototype yang siap diujicobakan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis. Tahapan pengembangan yaitu studi pendahuluan, perencanaan, pengembangan prototype media pembelajaran, validasi ahli materi dan media, revisi prototype, uji coba lapangan untuk menguji kepraktisan produk. Pada uji kepraktisan melibatkan siswa kelas XI yang telah mengambil materi penginderaan jauh. Hasil validasi ahli media dan materi menentukan produk layak digunakan. Hasil uji coba lapangan menunjukan kelayakan produk sebesar 89,65%. Kesimpulan dari pengembangan ini, media pembelajaran articulate storyline sudah baik dan layak untuk digunakan dalam proses pembelajaran di SMA.
ANALYSIS OF COMMUNITY KNOWLEDGE LEVEL ON THE UTILIZATION OF GROUNDWATER IN GAMPONG LENGKONG, LANGSA BARO DISTRICT
Authors: Sabri Sabri , Urfan Faiz
Published: August 2022

Groundwater is water in which this form of groundwater is found in the soil around our earth. Groundwater is also a source of clean water. Gampong Lengkong is a village located in Langsa Baro District, Langsa City. In general, the climate is hot and rainy, the hydrological conditions have a lot of storing aquifers, namely groundwater resources, so that this area appears many springs from small scale to large discharge scale which indicates the existence of groundwater sources. Community knowledge about the use of ground water is ground water that is not managed by the community properly. Exploitation of groundwater is one of the water that cannot be controlled properly so that the impact can have a negative impact on the ground water balance. Conservation is the community's need to have sufficient groundwater in the future. Groundwater management strategies need to be considered so that capacity in managing can have the main task in licensing the groundwater management strategy. This study aims to analyze the level of community knowledge about groundwater conditions, the level of community knowledge about the impact of groundwater exploitation, and analyze the level of community knowledge about groundwater conservation in Lengkong Village, Langsa Baro District.
Consideraciones acerca de la influencia de los juegos educativos en el proceso de aprendizaje de niños comprendidos entre 0 y 5 años de edad
Authors: Bermúdez Sánchez Liliana de Lourdes , Tablada Martínez Gilma , Díaz Chong Enrique de Jesús , Hernández Jara Peggy Verónica
Published: August 2022

En esta obra científica se presenta una síntesis de los resultados alcanzados en el desarrollo de la investigación que, sirvió de base a la escritura del presente artículo, en el que se socializa la influencia de los juegos educativos en el proceso de aprendizaje de niños comprendidos entre 0 y 5 años de edad, para el logro de esa finalidad, se utilizaron métodos del nivel empírico y teórico de la investigación científica, los primeros para recopilar la información repara cumplimentar los objetivos programados, y los teóricos para analizar los resultados alcanzados y consecuentemente arribar a conclusiones propias y consecuentemente potenciar la gnoseología que básicamente rodea la temática objeto de estudio. El producto científico que se socializa es factible, sí se tiene en cuenta el papel que desempeña el juego como herramienta lúdica no solo para el desarrollo académico de los educandos, sino también para la formación integral de estos. En la actividad investigativa desplegada se lograron hallazgos que de tenerse en cuenta por las autoridades pertinentes podrían contribuir a la elevación del rendimiento académico y cultural de los estudiantes, por lo que se asevera la factibilidad del producto académico alcanzado, el que puede ser generalizado en otras instituciones de nuestro territorio.
Implementación de buenas prácticas ambientales. estudio de caso: Recinto Soledad Chica, Cantón Simón Bolívar
Authors: Olaya Reyes Johana Alejandra , Vargas Estrada Blanca Flor
Published: August 2022

El medio ambiente cada vez más se ve deteriorado, la razón más relevante, la intervención humana. En los últimos años se ha visto un auge por las actividades de turismo alternativo o de naturaleza, el cual ocasiona sinnúmero de impactos positivos como negativos. El presente estudio se enfoca tanto en las actividades cotidianas de la comunidad como en las actividades desarrolladas por turistas o visitantes. El objetivo consiste en caracterizar la aplicación de prácticas ambientales en el recinto Soledad Chica, del cantón Simón Bolívar. La investigación es de tipo cualitativa, no experimental y descriptiva. Los instrumentos de recolección de datos fueron una ficha de observación y una encuesta. A efectos de aplicación de la encuesta, se utilizó el método de muestreo probabilístico por conveniencia, seleccionando a 99 personas de la comunidad.  Producto de los resultados de la encuesta, con respecto a la protección de flora y fauna, gestión del agua y gestión de la energía; y, de la ficha de observación, que incluyó temas como cuidado de flora y fauna, conservación de áreas, uso de químicos y contaminantes, y capacidad de carga; se evidenciaron buenas prácticas ambientales. En conclusión, la comunidad se mantiene con estándares aceptables en cuanto a sostenibilidad ambiental. Sin embargo, se recomienda fortalecer la sensibilización y educación ambiental, tanto a la comunidad local, como a los visitantes; y, realizar la planificación turística del lugar, a fin de establecer capacidad de carga turística e implementación de infraestructura con materiales amigables con el medio ambiente, entre otros.
Eficiencia comparativa en la ejecución de algoritmos de visión artificial
Authors: Martínez Guashima Oswaldo , Paucar Samaniego Jorge , Costales Espinoza Christian Alberto , Barragán Quizhpe Christian Fernando
Published: August 2022

Introducción: Una red neuronal es un algoritmo programado con base en un modelo de inferencia Para la ejecución de un proceso de visión es necesario una inferencia avanzada también es deseable un bajo consumo de energía Objetivos: analizar la eficiencia comparativa en la ejecución de visión artificial mediante sistemas embebidos. Metodología: Comparar los tiempos de inferencia que conlleva el ejecutar una red neuronal profunda en un sistema embebido del tipo Raspberry Pi 4 y un acelerador de inferencias diseñado por Intel Resultados: Se detalla el proceso de instalación y configuración necesaria para la compatibilidad entre los dos dispositivos, se utiliza modelos de redes neuronales ya entrenadas enfocadas al procesamiento de imágenes y se compara el tiempo de inferencia que conlleva el ejecutarlos Conclusiones: Al final se llega a la conclusión que para estas condiciones experimentales el tiempo de inferencia se ha mejorado en un 25 %.
Somut Olmayan Kültürel Mirasın Taşınmasında Türk Dünyası Vakfı Örneği (Eskişehir)
Authors: GOCUK Yusuf
Published: August 2022

Bu çalışma Eskişehir’de bulunan Türk Dünyası Vakfının, somut olmayan Türk kültürel mirasının taşınmasındaki rolü üzerinedir. Binlerce yıllık tarihten günümüze süzülmüş kadim Türk toplumlarının zengin ortak kültürünün gelecek kuşaklara taşınması ve bu kültürel aktarımın kanıt niteliğinde bir bilgi kaynağı olarak vasıflandırılmasında Uluslararası Türk Kültür Teşkilatı (TÜRKSOY) farklı alanlarda sorumluluk üstlenmektedir. TÜRKSOY’un, Türk halklarının ortak kültürel kimliklerinin güçlendirilmesi maksadıyla devreye aldığı Türk Dünyası Kültür Başkenti uygulamasının ikinci kent tercihi Türkiye’nin modern yüzü nitelemesiyle Eskişehir olmuştur. Eskişehir 2013 Türk Dünyası Kültür Başkenti Ajansının misyonunu tamamladığı 2014 yılının sonunda tasfiye edilmesinin ardından hem kamuoyunun talebi hem de kalıcı eserlerin tamamlanması amacı ile halefi Türk Dünyası Vakfı kurulmuştur. Birbirinin ardılı iki organizasyonun ve ortaya koydukları icraatın yerel siyasette tartışma konusu olmasına karşın, Eskişehir kent kimliğinin yeni dönem inşasında bir değer yarattığı açıktır. Çok sayıda kültür ve sanat etkinliğine ev sahipliği yapan, kalıcı eser projelerini tamamlayan Türk Dünyası Vakfı, bir taraftan Türk dünyası kültürel bağlarının gelişmesine katkı sağlarken diğer taraftan kültürel mirasın gelecekteki sahiplerine güvenle teslim edilmesi rolünü sürdürmektedir.