bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Factors Affecting Implementation of Decree of Ministry of Health No. 2562/ MENKES/ PER/ XII/2011 on Jampersal (Maternity Insurance) Technical Guideline in Independet Midwifery Practice in Semarang Municipality
Authors: Damayanti Fitriani Nur
Published: April 2023

Provide financial guarantees for service delivery (Jampersal), the government established the program with the Regulation of the Minister of Health Minister Regulation No. 2562/ Menkes/ Per/XII/2011 on Technical Guidelines for Delivery Guarantee. This study was conducted to determine the factors that affect the implementation Permenkes 2562/Menkes/Per/XII/2011 Number of Technical Guidance Delivery Guarantee in Semarang Independent Midwives Practice. The method approach used in this study is a qualitative sociological research juridical, Specifications. This is a descriptive research study. Technical factors such as health facilities are factors that affect the implementation of the labor warranty. Delivery Guarantee service is good and the maximum is influenced by many factors such as health workers. Health personnel especially midwives are the main factors in service delivery assurance. Provisions of medicines in service delivery assurance in Independent Practice Midwife Semarang are still having problems. Jampersal huge cost on hospitals and midwifery practices vary independently. Juridical factors, among others, have made the law of warranty service delivery as a midwife practice internal self- regulation, which includes service procedures, assignment of medical personnel. The scope of midwifery includes antenatal care, maternity (high risk), childbirth, newborns, family planning, and management of complications in obstetrics.
The Effect of Dates Juice on The Bleeding Time An Experimental Study of Male Wistar Strain Rats that Induced by Aspirin.
Authors: Sari Rachma Purnama , Sampurna Sampurna , Pertiwi Danis
Published: April 2023

Juice of dates (Phoenix dactylifera) is widely used to reduce the risk of spontaneous bleeding by shorting the bleeding time, for example on hemorrhargic fever and the consequence of consuming drugs (e.g. aspirin, anti coagulant, anti cancer, diuretic, etc). This study aimed to investigate the effect of dates juice on the bleeding time of male Wistar strain rats that induced by aspirin. This study was experimental research with post test only control group design. In this study, 10 male Wistar strain rats were randomly divided into 2 groups. The first group (positive control) were only treated by aspirin and the second group (treatment group) were treated by aspirin and palm dates juice. Mean of the bleeding time in first group was 42,6 + 11,5 seconds and in second group was 28,0 + 3,0 seconds. Distribution of data was normal but not homogenous, so that data was analyzed by non parametric statistic test Mann-Whitney. The result showed that there was significant difference between the first and the second group. This study concluded that juice of dates affects the bleeding time of male Wistar strain rats that induced by aspirin.
The Correlation between Mothersâ€™ Knowledge and Attitude following Posyandu and Weight Gain in Children Aged 2-3 Years in Sawah Besar Village, Gayamsari District of Semarang
Authors: Fitriyani Anis , Indrawati Nuke Devi
Published: April 2023

Minister of health decree No. 1457/ MENKES/ SK/ 2003 states that the minimum service standard in health sector for growth monitoring activitiesat integrated service post (Posyandu) in the office of Semarang Municipality targeted 80.17% children gain wight. But the gaining weight infants in the District Gayamsari were 72.09%.The study seeks to know the corelation between the level of knowledge and atittude of mothers following Posyandu and weight gain in children aged 2-3 years in the Sawah Besar Village Gayamsari District of Semarang. This study was a cross-sectional study a using a questionner. A sample were 87 mothers who had children aged 2-3 years in the Village and following the Sawah Besar Posyandu from total population 690 children were selected using a proportionate random stratified sampling method. The finding indicates that 46 % mothers had enough knowledge 48.3% mothers showed â€˜not goodâ€™ attitute. Most of the children (59.8%) did not gain weight. There was a correlation between the mothersâ€™ level of knowledge and attitute and the weight gain in children aged 2-3 years.
The Effects of Chronic Exposure to Airport Related Noise on Blood Pressure (A Case Study of area nearby Ahmad Yani International Airport, Semarang)
Authors: Afnita Hani , Poerwito S. Poerwito S. , Muhtarom Muhtarom
Published: April 2023

The chronic exposure of airport related noise can lead to decreased quality of health and is a risk faktor of disease. Noise can stimulate physiological response to cardiovascular parameters such as blood pressure. The increase in blood pressure can be used as indicator of disturbance of the cardiovascular system. Ahmad Yani Airport is an international airport with a high mobility, thus people living near, are susceptible and have a risk for decreased quality health. Thus, the purposes of this study was to determine the effects of chronic noise exposure of airport related noise on the blood pressure. The study was an observational analytic cross-sectional study. This research was conducted in the area near Ahmad Yani Airport in Semarang, which is located on Perumahan Cakarawala (Â± 1000m) and Perumahan Semarang Indah (Â± 5000m). Total of 60 respondents were randomly included in the study. Noise is measured with a Sound Level Meter (SLM) Extech Type 70 335 with Leq measurement method (Equivalent Continous Noise Level) for 24 hours (Lsm). The preliminary questionnaire was distributed to fulfill the criteria of inclusion and exclusion. The blood pressures were evaluated using the mercury Spygmomanometer, before and after exposure (flight activity). Data were analyzed with dependent t test. Noise measurements indicated that the Perumahan Cakrawala II had ahigh noise exposure above the noise level standards (NAB) of 69 dBA (Lsm > NAB 55dBA), while the Perumahan Semarang Indah has noise exposure at 51 dBA below the NAB. The results indicated that the chronic noise exposure of flight activity had significant effect on blood pressure (p = 0.00). The increase in blood pressure among Perumahan Cakrawala II respondents was higher (systolic: by 83.3%), diastolic: by 59.9%) compared to Perumahan Semarang Indah (systolic: by 69.9%, diastolic : by 49,9%). In conclusion, exposure to chronic noise due to flight activity significantly affected blood pressure.
Komponen Senyawa Aktif pada Udang Serta Aplikasinya dalam Pangan
Authors: Ngginak James , Semangun Haryono , Mangimbulude Jubhar C. , Rondonuwu Ferdy S.
Published: April 2023

Indonesian water area is vast and has a great potential of natural resources. Most of the Indonesian people working as fisherman describes that oceanis place of making a living. Watery area resources Indonesian watery area is vast and has a great potential incude shrimps, fish, and other organism tosupport human life. Ocean organism has been known to contain nutrition which is good for humanâ€™s health. Shrimps contains omega 3, mineral, fat,citin, carotenoide (astaxanthin) and vitamin. The active compound have an ability to prevent disease and meet the nutritional need of body. Omega3 andastaxantin for example are active compounds found in shrimps. These compound play a role as antioxidant and free radicals scavenger can be supplementfor pregnant women and baby. Omega 3 and antaksantine are found in various shrimps and fish. Thus, the development of product from this organismincludes supplement, margarine, cake, souse, bread, kerupuk, flour and salt. In this review, the writer describes the the functional compound and itsusage as food product.
Nigella Sativa Seed Extract Ointment Increasing the Amount of Healing Fibroblast and Collagen on Balb/C Mice
Authors: Mastuti Sri , Hadi Djoko Tri , Chodidjah Chodidjah
Published: April 2023

Introduction: Untreated cuts in some period of time, caused by various reasons, can be a problem. Alternative therapy used to speed up the healing of the cut is Nigella Sativa (NS).Objective: to investigate the number of fibroblast and collagen by giving 40% and 60% NS seed extract on the cut.Methods: post test only control group design, 48 male balb/c strain rats were divided into 2 large groups, with each cage contained 24 rats. Each group then divided to 4. Each group is subdivided into 4. Nigella sativa seed extract ointment with a concentration of 40% (NS-40) and 60% (NS-60) smeared 3x daily for 7 days (fibroblasts) and 14 days (collagen). Evaluation derived from preparations using HE staining and Masson’s Trichrome respectively.Results: Mann Whitney analysis shows that the number of fibroblasts and collagen in the CG group, NS-40, and NS- 6 0 Higher than CN, P <0.05.The number of fibroblasts in the NS-40 and NS-60 was not significantly different compared to the CG, as well as CN-40 with CN-60, p> 0.05. While the number of collagen in CN-60 were significantly higher than CN-40, p<0.05.Conclusion : administration of Nigella sativa seed extract ointment with a concentration of 40% and 60% in cuts for 7-14 days increase the number of fibroblasts and collagen, resulting in a shorter healing period.
The Role of Antioxidant to Prevent Free Radicals in The Body
Authors: Zulaikhah Siti Thomas
Published: April 2023

AbstractAntioxidants are compounds that can counteract or reduce the negative impact oxidants in the body. Antioxidants work by donating an electron to compounds that are oxidant so that the oxidant compound activity can be inhibited. Antioxidants are classified into two, namely antioxidant enzymes and non-enzyme. Antioxidant enzymes as enzyme superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx), a non-enzyme antioxidant found in many vegetables and fruits, which include reduced glutathione (GSH), vitamin C, E, β- carotene, flavonoids, isoflavones, flavones, antosionin, catechins, and isokatekin, and lipoic acid. Low antioxidant enzymes can be used as a marker of high levels of free radicals in the body. Following review aims to provide an overview of the role of antioxidants in preventing the formation of free radicals in the body.
The Effect of Green Tea Leaf Extract on Spatial Memory Function and Superoxyde Dismutase Enzyme Activity in Mice with D-galactose Induced Dimentia
Authors: Gumay Ainun Rahmasari , Bakri Saekhol , Utomo Astika Widy
Published: April 2023

Background: Oxidative stress and inflammation play an important role in pathogenesis of brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer. Green tea has been shown to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and neuroprotective activity.Objectives: to determine the effect of green tea extract on spatial memory function and superoxide dismutase enzyme activity in mice with D-galactose induced dementiaMethods: An experimental study using "post test only control group design". Twenty male BALB/c Mice aged 6-8 weeks were divided into 4 groups. Negative control group (NG) was induced by subcutaneous injection of D-galactose (150 mg/kg BW) once daily for 6 weeks. GT-90, GT-270, GT-540 were induced by D-galactose and orally administered with 90, 270, and 540 mg/kg BW of green tea extract once daily for 6 weeks. The spatial memory functions were assessed using Morris water maze and SOD enzyme activities were evaluated using ELISA. One-way Anova and Kruskal-Wallis were used for statistical analysis. Results: mean percentage of latency time in the GT-90 (35.29 (SD= 2.69)%), GT-270 (35.28 (SD= 2.62)%), and GT-540 (35.62 (SD=5.05)%) were significantly higher compared to that of NG (20.38 (SD = 3.21)%), p <0.05). SOD enzyme activity in the GT-270 (0.78 (SD = 0.07) U/ml) was significantly higher compared to that of NG (0.51 (SD = 0.01) U ml), p= 0.004).Conclusion: Green tea extract may improve spatial memory function and the activity of superoxide dismutase enzyme in mice with D-galactose induced dementia.
Recent Developments in Green Chromatography
Authors: Passerini Bianca , Breitkreitz Márcia
Published: April 2023

In recent decades, green analytical chemistry has received more attention due to the growing concern over environmental conservation and the use of non-renewable resources. Among the analytical techniques, liquid chromatography is the most widely used in quality control analysis of food, drugs, and clinical analysis among others, but it is also the technique that uses the largest amount of hazardous organic solvents and generates large volumes of waste. Therefore, strategies such as the miniaturization of chromatographic systems, the use of online sample preparation systems, and the replacement of hazardous organic solvents by green solvents have been applied to develop greener chromatographic methods. In this paper, strategies for greening methods and recent developments in green chromatography are presented. In addition, metrics for the proper evaluation of these methods are discussed.
Yaş Meyve İhracatında Karşılaştırmalı Üstünlüğün Ölçülmesi: Özbekistan Örneği
Authors: BASHİMOV Güçgeldi
Published: April 2023

Yaş meyveler dünya tarımsal ürün ticaretinde önemli bir yere sahiptir. Dünya yaş meyve üretiminde ve ticaretinde Avrupa ülkeleri ilk sıralarda yer almaktadır. Bununla birlikte, son yıllarda Özbekistan da dünya yaş meyve ihracatında büyüyen önemli bir aktör olarak karşımıza çıkmaktadır. 2000’li yıllardan itibaren Özbekistan’da meyve üretim ve ihracatında çok önemli gelişmeler yaşanmıştır. Özellikle elma, üzüm ve kayısı üretimi ve ihracatında ciddi artışlar yaşanmıştır. Bu çalışmada Özbekistan’ın seçilmiş yaş meyve mahsullerinde (elma, üzüm, kayısı, kiraz ve şeftali) karşılaştırmalı üstünlüğe sahip olup olmadığı araştırılmıştır. Çalışma 2000-2020 dönemini kapsamakta olup, çalışmada kullanılan veriler FAO ve BM Comtrade veri tabanından derlenmiştir. Verilerin analizinde Açıklanmış Karşılaştırmalı Üstünlükler indeksinden yararlanılmıştır. Yapılan hesaplamalar sonucunda Özbekistan’ın ele alınan taze meyve mahsullerinin tamamında karşılaştırmalı üstünlüğe sahip olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Elde edilen bulgulara göre, Özbekistan kayısı, kiraz, şeftali ve üzüm ihracatında yüksek karşılaştırmalı üstünlüğe sahipken, elma ihracatında ise zayıf karşılaştırmalı üstünlüğe sahiptir. İhracat pazarı çeşitlendirilerek ve daha da yüksek kaliteli meyve çeşitleri pazara sunularak ülkenin ihracat performansı artırılabilir.
PCC, sistema prisional e gestão do novo mundo do crime no Brasil
Authors: Manso Bruno Paes , Dias Camila Nunes
Published: April 2023

Desde que surgiu, em agosto de 1993, o Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) vem desafiando as autoridades de segurança pública e pesquisadores do tema sobre as causas de seu nascimento, de seu fortalecimento e o papel que exerce no mundo do crime e na sociedade em geral. Durante as décadas de 1990 e 2000 assistiu-se a um processo de espraiamento do PCC dentro do sistema prisional de São Paulo e para fora das prisões. Esse processo foi permitindo o estabelecimento de uma conexão entre a prisão e o “mundo do crime” que, a partir de 2006, passou a abranger outros estados da federação. Nesse sentido, os massacres ocorridos nas prisões do Norte e Nordeste, em 2016 e nos primeiros dias de 2017, foram apenas uma das consequências mais visíveis das articulações e da movimentação que vêm se desenrolando nas prisões brasileiras, nas fronteiras do país com os vizinhos produtores de drogas ilícitas e nas periferias dos centros urbanos de pequenas, médias e grandes cidades. O objetivo deste trabalho é, a partir desses acontecimentos e do quadro atual da violência no Brasil, elencar alguns elementos que permitam compreender o processo histórico e sociológico pelo qual vem passando a sociedade brasileira, com reflexos na violência, na ampliação das redes criminais e em ações de segurança e de justiça que não parecem capazes de lidar com o problema. Este texto é resultado de várias pesquisas realizadas pelos autores, as quais têm como base registros documentais (documentos oficiais, material produzido pelos próprios presos e os trabalhos etnográficos já publicados) e entrevistas com diversos atores (policiais, agentes penitenciários, juízes, promotores e presos).
Notícias de um massacre anunciado e em andamento: o poder de matar e deixar morrer à luz do Massacre no Presídio de Alcaçuz, RN.
Authors: Melo Juliana Gonçalves , Rodrigues Raul
Published: April 2023

O Massacre nas Penitenciárias Estadual de Alcaçuz e Rogério Madruga (Pavilhão 5), estabelecimentos contíguos e localizados no Estado do RN, ocorrido em janeiro de 2017 e do qual resultaram no mínimo 26 mortos, deu início a uma escalada de violência nunca antes vista no Estado. As consequências se espraiam por todo sistema prisional e têm reflexos nas ruas, com a ocorrência de homicídios e execuções cotidianas de pessoas vinculadas, de um modo direto ou não, a esse contexto. Pela sua dramaticidade, e duração no tempo, o evento permite evidenciar claramente as duas formas de poder estatal expostas por Foucault (2005) nas prisões: o poder soberano de “fazer morrer” e o poder exercido através do dispositivo do “deixar morrer”. Por outro lado, também convida à uma reflexão sobre a condição de pesquisador, militante e testemunha em um contexto marcado pela dor, sofrimento e por violações constantes perpetuadas por parte do Estado, ao mesmo tempo, omisso e violador de direitos.
“Não existe policial de DDM, existe policial”: escolhas, empatia e militância em estudos sobre violência contra mulheres entre policiais de Delegacias de Defesa da Mulher
Authors: Lins Beatriz Accioly
Published: April 2023

O artigo propõe uma breve reflexão teórico-metodológica sobre os limites e as consequências de certas escolhas de pesquisa antropológica no campo de estudos sobre violência doméstica e familiar contra mulheres. Para isso, foram eleitos como ponto de partida os regimes morais, teóricos e políticos em jogo quando se trata de explorar narrativas para além daquelas oriundas de mulheres “vítimas” (no jargão policial), mas olhando para outro sujeito, a polícia. As experiências aqui relatadas são fruto uma pesquisa realizada na cidade de São Paulo entre policiais de duas delegacias especializadas no atendimento de mulheres em situação de violência.
A expansão dos serviços de proteção e vigilância em São Paulo: novas tecnologias e velhos problemas
Authors: Cubas Viviane de Oliveira
Published: April 2023

Este texto faz uma breve revisão de estudos sobre os serviços de segurança privada em São Paulo. As análises iniciais apontam que a expansão dessas empresas, mais do que relacionada ao aumento dos crimes e da sensação de insegurança, ocorre pelas mudanças na estrutura de contratação e nas novas formas de organização dos espaços urbanos. Apontam também a fragilidade dos mecanismos de controle e a presença irregular de policiais nesses serviços. Pesquisas recentes reafirmam esse panorama e aprofundam questões como: alterações introduzidas nas normas reguladoras; ausência de parcerias entre a segurança privada e a segurança pública; utilização de tecnologias pelo setor; organização dos serviços clandestinos; e a permanente participação de policiais nesse mercado.
Manuais de condutas de tropas de choque: fundamentos para a repressão
Authors: Costa Leon Denis da , Junqueira Ivanilda Aparecida Andrade
Published: April 2023

Este artigo versa sobre o conteúdo dos manuais de técnicas e condutas das tropas de choque de polícias militares brasileiras. Partiu-se de uma leitura analítico-interpretativa do conteúdo do manual de conduta da tropa de choque da Polícia Militar do Estado de Goiás a fim de compreender a concepção teórica que subsidia as práticas policiais na intervenção em eventos de protestos. No decorrer do estudo, verificou-se que as fontes utilizadas para sua elaboração foram os manuais de controle de distúrbios civis ou manuais de operações de choque das polícias militares dos estados de São Paulo, Minas Gerais, Paraná e Espírito Santo.
PENGARUH KESELAMATAN DAN KESEHATAN KERJA (K3) TERHADAP PRODUKTIVITAS KERJA KARYAWAN MELALUI KELELAHAN PADA KARYAWAN BAGIAN PRODUKSI PT CANANG INDAH INDUSTRI MEDAN BELAWAN
Authors: Fathia Nadra IKhwani
Published: April 2023

Tujuan dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh keselamatan dan kesehatan kerja (K3) terhadapproduktivitas kerja pada karyawan bagian produksi PT Canang Indah Industri Medan Belawan. Serta untukmengetahui apakah kelelahan berpengaruh sebagai perantara langsung antara keselamatan dan kesehatan kerja(K3) terhadap produktivitas kerja Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kuantitatif.Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh karyawan bagian produksi (Sub Departemen Maintenance) padaPT Canang Indah Industri yaitu sebanyak 140 responden. Sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalahsampel jenuh yaitu 108 responden. Teknik analisis data dalam penelitian ini adalah uji Sobel Test. Hasilpenelitian menunjukkan bahwa keselamatan dan kesehatan kerja (K3) berpengaruh positif dan signifikanterhadap produktivitas kerja. Berdasarkan hasil uji Sobel Test diperoleh hasil bahwa variabel kelelahan tidakberpengaruh sebagai perantara langsung antara keselamatan dan kesehatan kerja (K3) dengan produktivitaskerja.
Ganjil 2013-2014 PA
Authors: SIANTURI HERY LEO
Published: April 2023

Dalam rangka meningkatkan mutu pelayanan dosen khususnya Tridarma perguruan tinggi diperlukan pengakuan kinerja sehingga dosen yang bersangkutan dapat meningkatkan kinerjanya.
Meta-análisis de correlaciones y meta-regresión en R: Guía práctica
Authors: Leongómez Juan David
Published: April 2023

El meta-análisis es un método ampliamente utilizado para sintetizar los datos de diferentes estudios. Sin embargo, a menudo estudiantes, profesionales e investigadores carecemos de conocimientos prácticos para hacer e interpretar un meta-análisis. Esta guía presenta una variedad de herramientas para realizar meta-análisis de correlaciones en R, mediante el uso de ejemplos reales. Incluye desde análisis simples y su interpretación, hasta el análisis de moderadores (meta-regresión), usando los paquetes metafor (Viechtbauer, 2010) y metaviz (Kossmeier et al., 2020). También incluye explicaciones para la transformación de coeficientes r de Pearson a z de Fisher (y viceversa), creación de gráficos de bosque (forest plots) y gráficos de embudo (funnel plots), análisis de heterogeneidad y diagnósticos de influencia, así como estrategias para detectar posibles sesgos de publicación utilizando el paquete weightr (Coburn & Vevea, 2019), y para determinar el poder estadístico de un meta-análisis utilizando metameta (Quintana, 2022). Esta guía práctica acompaña el video 'Meta-análisis de correlaciones en R', de mi canal de YouTube Investigación Abierta (https://www.youtube.com/@InvestigacionAbierta).
The Discourse on the Coming Out Process in Academic Journals
Authors: Cisneros Daniel , Dykeman Cass
Published: April 2023

This study involved an examination of the discourse of the coming out process through a corpus linguistic analysis involving keyness and collocation of academic journals. The academic journals include those that cited the Cass’s (1979) and D’Augelli’s (1994) coming out models. A corpus linguistic software program named #Lancsbox 6.0 was utilized to analyze the keywords and collocates of the cited literature related to the two coming out models. The registers for the study and reference corpus were academic writing and the sub-register included peer-reviewed articles. The research questions were created to help identify words used more in articles citing the Cass and D’Augelli models. In addition, we aimed to identify the most common collocations of the term “out” in both the Cass and D’Augelli models. The results indicate the strongest key words were “lesbian,” “out,” and “gay,” “students,” “gender,” and “identities.” The strongest collocates to the word “out” were “coming,” “process,” “their,” “coming,” “conversations,” and “process.” In response to these findings, several implications for counseling and research were developed.
Heterogeneity in strategy use during arbitration between experiential and observational learning
Authors: Charpentier Caroline J , Wu Qianying , Min Seokyoung , Ding Weilun , Cockburn Jeffrey , O'Doherty John
Published: April 2023

To navigate our complex social world, it is crucial to deploy multiple learning strategies, such as learning from directly experiencing action outcomes or from observing other people’s behavior. Despite the prevalence of experiential and observational learning in humans and other social animals, it remains unclear how people favor one strategy over the other depending on the environment, and how individuals vary in their strategy use. Here, we describe an arbitration mechanism in which the prediction errors associated with each learning strategy influence their weight over behavior. We designed an online behavioral task to test our computational model, and found that while a substantial proportion of participants relied on the proposed arbitration mechanism, there was some meaningful heterogeneity in how people solved this task. Four other groups were identified: those who used a fixed mixture between the two strategies, those who relied on a single strategy and non-learners with irrelevant strategies. Furthermore, groups were found to differ on key behavioral signatures, and on transdiagnostic symptom dimensions, in particular autism traits and anxiety. Together, these results demonstrate how large heterogeneous datasets and computational methods can be leveraged to better characterize individual differences.
Crossing the line: Switches in Grandiose and Vulnerable Narcissistic States - Preprint
Authors: Freund Vanessa Lea , Castro-Alvarez Sebastian , Peeters Frenk , lobbestael jill
Published: April 2023

Research into the state definitions and momentary expressions of narcissism is still in its infancy. One uncertainty is if narcissistic grandiosity and vulnerability cross a threshold-line leading to switches in and out of narcissistic states. The current research investigated these grandiose and vulnerable narcissistic state switches by exploring different possibilities to define switches and analysing the link between narcissistic traits and state switches. Community participants (N = 163) completed grandiose and vulnerable narcissistic trait questionnaires and six days of ecological momentary assessments, measuring grandiose and vulnerable narcissistic states ten times a day. A mixed observed Markov model analysed the probabilities of the grandiose and vulnerable state switches occurring, as predicted by grandiose and vulnerable trait subcomponents. The results showed that narcissistic state switches regularly occurred, and that narcissistic traits predicted the probabilities of switching in and out of states. Specifically, greater grandiose superiority/arrogance and self-absorption/self-admiration related to frequent switching to grandiose states. Grandiose leadership/authority was the only grandiose subcomponent related to vulnerable switches, with higher traits decreasing the probability to transition out of vulnerable states. Finally, greater vulnerable oversensitivity to judgement traits related to an increased likelihood to experience switches to vulnerable states. The data shows that narcissism is not stagnant throughout. Instead, individuals regularly cross the line and fall in and out of grandiose and vulnerable narcissistic momentary expressions. The pattern of these switches is steered by differential trait levels of narcissistic subcomponents.
Linguistic and Psychological Elements in The Matrix: Insights on the Transgender Transition Process for Social Service Practice
Authors: Cisneros Daniel , Dykeman Cass
Published: April 2023

This study explores linguistic and psychological processes in the script of The Matrix to examine transgender identity development and its implications for social work practice. Using Computer-Aided Text Analysis (CATA) with the Linguistic Inquiry and Word Count (LIWC) software, we analyzed psycholinguistic markers in The Matrix and compared them to those in action films from the same period. Results revealed elevated scores in variables such as “clout” and “analytic,” indicating complex, intentional expression patterns aligned with identity exploration. Pronoun usage patterns suggested lower levels of self-focus and heightened social awareness, while psychological processes, including “positive emotion” and “risk,” highlighted aspects of the TGNC community's unique emotional landscape. Findings suggest that cinema, particularly metaphorical films, can enhance TGNC-centered social services practices by fostering insight and affirmation. This study underscores the potential of films as therapeutic tools and introduces implications for supportive practices in TGNC identity formation.
Technology use and norm change in online privacy: experimental evidence from vignette studies
Authors: Horne Christine , Przepiorka Wojtek
Published: April 2023

We suggest that explaining privacy behaviors requires understanding not only individual attitudes, but also norms and trust. We propose: (1) the popularity of a potentially privacy-violating technology leads individuals to expect that others approve of privacy violations and simultaneously increases their trust in the technology provider; (2) the frequency of privacy violations by other similar providers leads individuals to expect that a specific provider will engage in privacy-violating behaviors and decreases trust in that provider; (3) trust in a specific provider and expectations that others approve of the provider violating users’ privacy increase, and expectations that other similar providers are likely to violate privacy decrease, willingness to use a technology. We test our propositions using two vignette experiments in the context of a household energy app. Our results are generally consistent with our hypotheses. Our findings have implications for understanding privacy norms and highlight the potential consequences of major technology roll-outs.
English Pronunciation Errors Made by Libyan Students: Analysis and Implications for Language Education.
Authors: ABDELATY SULIMAN
Published: April 2023

Abstract: This research paper examines the common English pronunciation errors made by Libyan students learning English as a foreign language (EFL). The study analyses the possible factors contributing to these errors, with a focus on the interference of the students' first language (Arabic) and the implications for language education. The data was collected through audio recordings of Libyan EFL students, which were then analysed to identify the common errors. Finally, recommendations are provided to help language educators address these errors in pronunciation and facilitate improved English language acquisition among Libyan students.
TINJAUAN KONDISI FISIK ATLET FUTSAL PUTRI KOTA PEKANBARU DI MASA PENDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Muhammad Hendri , Vai Aref , Aspa Agus Prima
Published: April 2023

This study aims to determine the physical condition of the female futsal players in Pekanbaru during the covid 19 pandemic. The components measured are the most dominant physical condition components, namely strength, speed and endurance. This research is a descriptive research with survey method. Data collection techniques using tests and measurements. The instruments used are push ups, sit ups, 30 meter sprint, illionis agility run, standing long jump and Vo2 Max. Then all data are converted into T-scores and summed. Data analysis used descriptive percentage. The results showed that the physical condition of the women's futsal in Pekanbaru City. Based on the results of data analysis, description, testing of research results, and discussion, namely, the physical condition of Pekanbaru City Women's Futsal players based on the T Score was in the very good category of 0% (0 people), in the good category by 40% (4 people), in the medium category by 20% (2 people), in the less category by 40% (4 people), and in the very poor category by 0% (0 people). Meanwhile, based on the average value, which is 50.0, the profile of the physical condition of the female futsal players in the city of Pekanbaru is in the medium category.
PERAN GURU PENDIDIKAN JASMANI DAERAH 3T DALAM UPAYA MENINGKATKAN MINAT DAN PRESTASI BELAJAR OLAHRAGA DI SMP NEGERI 1 SUNGGAK KECAMATAN JEMAJA BARAT KABUPATEN KEPULAUAN ANAMBAS
Authors: Lah Syahrul , Juita Ardiah , Vai Aref
Published: April 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui Peran Guru Pendidikan Jasmani Daerah 3T Dalam Upaya Meningkatkan Minat Dan Prestasi Belajar Olahraga Di SMP Negeri 1 Sunggak Kecamatan Jemaja Barat Kabupaten Kepulauan Anambas. Adapun metode yang digunakan ialah deskriptif dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Menggunakan pengamatan, tanya jawab, dan dokumentasi sebagai teknik pengumpulan data. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ada tujuh belas cara yang dapat guru lakukan untuk meningkatkan minat dan prestasi belajar olahraga siswa disekolah. Namun dari hasil penelitian yang dijelaskan diatas, yang terlihat hanya sepuluh cara guru dalam meningkatkan minat dan prestasi belajar olahraga. Tujuh cara berikutnya masih belum terlihat jelas hasil yang dilakukan oleh guru pendidikan jasmani. Adapun sepuluh cara yang telah dilakukan tersebut adalah: metode pembelajaran yang bervariasi, menciptakan persaingan dan kompetisi, memberikan ulangan harian, memberikan nilai dalam bentuk angka, memberitahukan hasil belajar, memberi hadiah, pujian, hukuman, materi pembelajaran diluar kelas, peran guru pendidikan jasmani dalam proses pembelajaran disekolah. Dan tujuh cara yang masih belum terlihat jelas hasil yang diberikan guru dalam meningkatkan minat dan prestasi belajar olahraga sebagai berikut: melihat perkembangan minat belajar siswa, pengarauh sarana dan prasarana pembelajaran disekolah, melihat perkembangan prestasi belajar siswa, pelatihan guru pendidikan jasmani,  kinerja guru pendidikan jasmani, mengatur waktu pembelajaran, memanfaatkan media pembelajaran. Faktor yang menyebabkan minat dan prestasi belajar masih kurang baik terdapat pada sarana dan prasarana disekolah serta akses untuk pergi kesekolah harus melewati laut, jika cuaca bagus para guru-guru bisa hadir disekolah jika cuaca buruk mereka tidak bisa pergi kesekolah untuk melaksanakan tugas atau perannya sebagai tenaga pendidik.
Produktivitas Perikanan Jaring Kurau di Perairan Sungai Raya Kabupaten Meral Karimun Provinsi Kepulauan Riau
Authors: Subandi Edwin , Yani Alit Hindri , Bustari Bustari
Published: April 2023

Produktivitas alat tangkap jaring kurau merupakan salah satu faktor penting untuk meningkatkan hasil tangkapan. Banyak nelayan menangkap ikan menggunakan jaring kurau di perairan Sungai Raya. Hasil tangkapan ikan Kurau berdasarkan bobot diperoleh sebagai tangkapan utama sebanyak 79,8% dan sisanya sebagai tangkapan sampingan sebanyak 20,2%. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui produktivitas alat tangkap jaring kurau di perairan Sungai Raya. Manfaat dari penelitian ini adalah untuk memberikan data dan informasi tentang produktivitas penangkapan ikan jaring Kurau di perairan Sungai Raya dalam peningkatan pengelolaan dalam pemanfaatan sumber daya ikan. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode survei, kemudian perhitungan produktivitas alat tangkap jaring kurau. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa produksi alat tangkap jaring kurau selama 4 tahun berfluktuasi setiap tahunnya. Dalam 4 tahun terakhir yaitu 2017-2020 menunjukkan produksi hasil tangkapan jaring kurau semakin menurun diduga adanya gejala overfishing, hal ini didukung dengan proses wawancara yang dilakukan dengan nelayan di Desa Sungai Raya hasil tangkapan semakin menurun. atau sulit ditangkap, diperoleh dan semakin kecil ukuran ikan yang tertangkap
The Cut-off Value of Great Saphenous Vein Diameter at the Level of Femoral Condyle to Predict the Sapheno-Femoral Junction Incompetence
Authors: Singh A. K. , Karmacharya R. M. , Vaidya S. , Shrestha I. , Siwakoti S.
Published: April 2023

Background Varicose vein is one of the commonest problems that patients visit to a vascular out patient services (OPD). It causes a great deal of morbidity in today’s population.

Objective To see the correlation between the size of great saphenous and Saphenofemoral junction incompetence.

Method From January 2019 till January 2020, 396 patients with symptomatic or clinically diagnosed varicose veins were screened for Saphenofemoral junction reflux. The diameter of the saphenous vein was measured with B-mode imaging, and reflux was quantified based on valve closure time using Doppler spectral measurements. Best saphenous vein diameter cutoff for predicting reflux was determined using receiver operating characteristics curve analysis.

Result Out of 792 limbs, the Great Saphenous Venous System was involved in 452 limbs, the Short Saphenous Venous System was involved in 151 limbs and significant perforators were present in 240 limbs. Mean great Saphenous Vein diameter of diseased limb (Reflux Positive) was 5.68 mm and 4.0 mm in control group (Reflux Negative). Mean Saphenofemoral junction diameter was 8.23 mm in diseased limbs and 6.16 mm in control limbs. Receiver operating characteristics curve showed great saphenous vein diameter at femoral condyle of 4.5 mm as best cut-off value for diagnosis of sapheno femoral junction reflux.

Conclusion Great Saphenous Vein diameter at femoral condyle of 4.5 mm is the best cut-off value for diagnosis Saphenofemoral junction reflux. The Sensitivity and specificity of this cut off value is 81.8% and 71% respectively.
Morphometric Analysis of Posterior Fossa and Foramen Magnum among Pediatric Age Group 6 to 16 Years
Authors: Shrestha B. , Paudel R. C. , Kashichhawa S. , Maharjan N.
Published: April 2023

Background Configuration and size of the foramen magnum and posterior cranial fossa plays an important role in the pathophysiology of various disorders like Chiari malformations, basilar invagination etc. Thus, a fundamental knowledge of normal anatomy of this region is important to the clinician for diagnosis and treatment. However, we couldn’t find any anatomical study related to the concerned topic among the pediatric population aged 6 to 16 years in Nepal to the best of our knowledge.

Objective To attain the baseline results (volume of bony part of posterior cranial fossa and the surface area of foramen magnum) that will help in the better diagnosis, classification, and treatment of diseases related to posterior fossa and craniovertebral junction and serve as a future reference defining an anatomic range in our region.

Method This is a retrospective prospective observational study conducted from 1st February 2021 to 31st January 2022 at Dhulikhel Hospital, Kathmandu University Hospital, Kavrepalanchowk, Nepal. We used convenient sampling technique to fulfil our sample size. We considered 68 patients, who got recruited either from our emergency and OPD departments and were fulfilling our criteria of inclusion. Upon the recruitment, 68 consecutive head CT scan of pediatric patients with normal reports (without any bony or soft-tissue abnormality) were studied. Volume of the posterior fossa was calculated with the help of inbuilt “advanced work station - 3D volume calculator” program in 128 slices - SOMATOM PERSPECTIVE CT Scanner from Siemens, Germany. The area of the foramen magnum was calculated using formula πr2, where r is average radius calculated from obtained antero-posterior and transverse diameter.

Result The age of the patients ranged between 6 and 16 years with the mean age of 10.56 ± 3.38 years with male to female distribution of 1: 1.125. The mean volume of the posterior fossa was 165.61 ± 8.52 mm3. The mean AP diameter, transverse diameter, and the surface area of foramen magnum were 3.31 ± 0.12 mm, 2.72 ± 0.12 mm, and 28.60 ± 0.09 mm2 respectively.

Conclusion Normal ranges of volume of posterior cranial fossa and various dimensions and surface area of foramen magnum of pediatric population were determined using CT scans, which could serve as future reference in Nepal.
Comparison of Hearing Result and Graft Uptake Rate between Temporalis Fascia and Tragal Cartilage in Endoscopic Myringoplasty
Authors: Shrestha B. L. , Shakya S. , Pradhan A. , Dhakal A. , KC A. K. , Shrestha K. S. , Pokharel M.
Published: April 2023

Background There are different methods to repair the perforation of the tympanic membrane. Recently cartilage has been used for the repair and results are comparable to temporalis fascia. For surgical procedure endoscope had added good assistance in middle ear surgery. Though the one hand technique the image quality and results are on par with the use of a microscope.

Objective To compare the graft uptake rate and hearing results between temporalis fascia and tragal cartilage in endoscopic myringoplasty.

Method This is a prospective, longitudinal study conducted among 50 patients who underwent endoscopic myringoplasty using temporalis fascia and tragal cartilage with 25 patients in each group. The hearing was assessed by comparing pre with post-operative ABG (Air bone gap) and ABG closure in speech frequencies (500Hz, 1 KHz, 2 KHz, 4 KHz). The status of graft and hearing results was evaluated on 6 months of follow up in both the groups.

Result Out of total 25 patients enrolled for study in both (temporalis fascia and cartilage) groups, 23 (92%) patients in each group had graft uptaken. The audiological gain in the temporalis fascia group was 11.37±0.32 dB whereas in the tragal cartilage group it was 14.56±1.22dB. The audiological gain between the two groups did not show any statistically significant (p = 0.765). However, the pre and post-operative hearing difference was statistically significant in both temporalis fascia and tragal cartilage group.

Conclusion Tragal cartilage has similar graft uptake rate and hearing gain when compared with temporalis fascia in endoscopic myringoplasty. Hence, tragal cartilage can be used for myringoplasty whenever required without any fear of deterioration in hearing.
Sellar Tuberculosis Mimicking Pituitary Adenoma
Authors: Maharjan S. , Satyal B. , Baidya R.
Published: April 2023

Tuberculosis of central nervous system accounts for only 1% of tuberculosis cases worldwide, of which pituitary is an extremely unusual site. We report a case of pituitary tuberculosis in a 29-year-old female presenting with complains of headache and diminished vision on right eye. It was misdiagnosed as pituitary adenoma on radiology. Biopsy showed epithelioid granulomas, langhans giant cells and caseous necrosis. Ziehl nelseen stain showed presence of acid fast bacilli confirming the tubercular etiology. Therefore, histology remains the mainstay for diagnosis of these lesions. Early diagnosis and prompt use of antitubercular drugs results in good outcome.
Re-framing Serbian identity within a global imaginary: Nation building through the Belgrade Waterfront project
Authors: Tournois Laurent
Published: April 2023

The Belgrade Waterfront real estate development project has attracted a considerable amount of interest among scholars from various disciplines in a short period of time. Nevertheless, these works are limited in scope. This paper draws upon existing literature on nation building by first contextualizing it before adding insights from party strategies and cultural studies (with a particular focus on identity issues) research streams. It thus aims to contribute to the nascent debate about how the new ruling elite of Serbia uses such urban projects to emancipate from the nationalist rhetoric and supporting symbols of the 1990s. The main argument of this paper is that state narratives, media coverage and branded icons of Belgrade Waterfront illustrate political regime’s switch to the global to contain the national in order to build and publicize its own ‘revitalized’ idea of the nation and legitimize its take on power. The underlying strategy consists in manipulating individuals’ preferences by marginalizing opposition parties. The research design relies on a multi-method approach crossing participant and ethnographic observation over a period of 7 years, as well as a critical analysis of the Serbian regime’s discursive strategies and project’s branding efforts using an original visual material.
Developing a National Consensus of the Physiotherapy Entry-Level Business and Practice Management Core Curriculum Competencies: A Delphi Study
Authors: Hopkins-Rosseel Diana , Yardley Darryl , Turnnidge Jennifer , Dalgarno Nancy , Kolomitro Klodiana
Published: April 2023

Purpose:

Physiotherapists need to develop strong business acumen to make informed decisions, drive positive outcomes, and thrive in their practice. Competencies in these areas are partially reflected in the Competency Profile for Physiotherapists in Canada; however, there is little consistency in how these are applied across academic institutions. The purpose of this study was to develop a set of foundational entry-to-practice (ETP) competencies related to business and practice management (BPM) that can prepare physiotherapy students for work in all Canadian health care service sectors upon graduation.

Method:

We undertook a modified Delphi study. An online call for participants was circulated via the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s Private Practice and Leadership Divisions, Canadian provincial and territorial physiotherapy regulators, and 15 Canadian university physiotherapy programmes. Individuals in the profession with known expertise in management and/or business were also invited to participate.

Results:

Two rounds of the Delphi were necessary to reach consensus. Forty-one participants were included in the first round of Delphi including academics, regulators, registered physiotherapists, and senior students. Twenty-one (51%) participated in round 2 of the study. Sixty-six ETP BPM foundational curriculum competencies, within nine domains, reached consensus (via the Delphi process).

Conclusions:

Consideration of the ETP competencies in the areas of business and practice management derived with this national Delphi process may enhance and harmonize the physiotherapy curricula across Canada.
Exploring the Education and Practice Experiences of Pelvic Health Physiotherapists in Canada: A Qualitative Descriptive Study
Authors: Scodras Stephanie , Ripat Jacquie , Colquhoun Heather , Yeung Euson , Jaglal Susan B. , Salbach Nancy M.
Published: April 2023

Purpose:

Pelvic health physiotherapy involves sensitive practices including internal assessment and treatment of the pelvic floor. Pelvic health physiotherapy education is not standardized in Canada, which may lead to diverse experiences. The purpose of this study was to explore the education and practice experiences of pelvic health physiotherapists in Canada.

Method:

This descriptive qualitative study used semi-structured interviews with physiotherapists providing pelvic health services in Canada and a reflexive thematic analysis approach.

Results:

Based on interviews with 20 pelvic health physiotherapists (19 women and one man) from six provinces, we identified four themes: the right fit, managing vulnerability, the holistic nature of pelvic health physiotherapy, and entering pelvic health physiotherapy requires thoughtful consideration. Participants described pelvic health physiotherapy as the right fit for themselves personally and professionally. The clinical practice involved managing their patients, and their own vulnerability and taking a holistic and biopsychosocial approach to treating patients with pelvic health conditions. Participants described the importance of mentorship and a supportive clinical environment when entering the field.

Conclusions:

This study provides an understanding of pelvic health physiotherapists’ experiences, which can help to guide the advancement of pelvic health physiotherapy education and practice supports in Canada.