bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Religiosity to Minimize Violence: A Study of Solo Indonesian Society
Authors: Waston  , Muthoifin  , Amini Soleh , Ismail Roni , Aryani Sekar Ayu , Nirwana Andri
Published: April 2024

Purpose: This study aimed to explore whether religiosity was associated with reduced violence in a representative sample of the population of the Solo community in Indonesia.   Methods: This cross-sectional observational study was conducted through face-to-face interviews between 2020 and 2024, involving 100 people aged 25 years and older. The survey included indicators of religiosity (religiosity and importance of religion), violence (involvement in fights, domestic violence, and police detention), depression, social support, and alcohol dependence. We use logistic regression models and mediation analysis. In the analysis of the total sample, after adjustment, religious attitudes were negatively associated with reduced involvement in fights and fewer police arrests, whereas the importance of religion was only associated with fewer fights.   Results and Conclusion: These findings suggest that Solo's religiosity appears to be an important factor associated with low levels of violence in this nationally representative survey, and alcohol dependence appears to mediate this relationship. These findings should be examined by the Minister of Religion, Education, and Health.   Research implications: This research implies that the concept of religiosity can be used as a measure to minimize violence in Solo and Indonesia.   Originality/value: The originality of the research lies in the function of religiosity to minimize violence that this study conducted in a Solo society.
Maintaining Schools as Socio-Educational Environments for Teachers During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Rini Hartati Sulistyo
Published: April 2024

Objective: The objective of this study is to examine the impact of schools and key stakeholders in the socio-educational environment, particularly in assisting high school teachers during remote learning amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
 
Method: This study employs a case study methodology with a qualitative approach, utilizing interview and observation tools for data mining. The research employed purposive sampling as a data mining method, and an interactive model was used for data analysis.
 
Results and Discussion: The research findings indicate that teachers encountered social and educational challenges throughout the pandemic and the use of remote learning. Significant discoveries pertaining to this matter can be classified into two categories. Firstly, teachers saw profound disruptions due to the closure of schools during the pandemic. The rapidly evolving circumstances pose significant difficulties for teachers in the socio-educational domain, particularly due to the transition from in-person instruction to online learning and the substantial surge in technology-driven education. In this scenario, teachers find themselves facing a challenging predicament. They must simultaneously navigate the transition to digital learning while also effectively facilitating interactive learning with their students. The second discovery pertains to significant stakeholders inside schools and their respective roles in upholding the significance of educational institutions throughout the pandemic. The individuals encompassed in this group are teachers, principal, students, and parents.
 
Research Implications: Despite the dire circumstances of the pandemic, the decision to close schools does not diminish their crucial function as institutions that are vital for ensuring the continuity of education and the involvement of key stakeholders.
 
Originality/Value: This study offers a teacher's viewpoint on examining many factors that contribute to preserving the crucial function of schools during the pandemic. The topic of the COVID-19 pandemic, which encompasses environmental background, institutions, actors, education, and social factors, has not been extensively examined in scientific studies.
Implementation and evaluation of a learner-driven leadership initiative for pharmacy students and pharmacy residents.
Authors: Corder Molly , Isch Jason , Ades Ryan
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Leadership training is a crucial component of the pharmacy education curriculum. ACPE standards 4 & 9 emphasize and encourage the use of different leadership initiatives while universities employ different tactics with varying levels of success. Leadership theory debates if leadership can be learned or if it is a natural born skill. This article explores learned leadership and describes a small study deployed to different levels of pharmacy learners to foster leadership confidence and self-awareness.

Educational Context and Methods: Second- and third-year didactic students in a leadership elective, fourth-year APPE students on an ambulatory care rotation, and PGY1 pharmacy residents were included in this initiative. Each cohort facilitated a leadership book club discussion and completed professional development activities over the course of their experience. Learners’ perspectives on leadership were surveyed utilizing a pre-post survey study, administered prior to beginning the initiative and after completing the initiative.

Findings and Discussion: Results demonstrated learners’ perceived confidence and self-awareness in their leadership skills increased from pre-survey to post-survey. Evaluation of qualitative responses exhibited that participants found value in adding more leadership development to their pharmacy training. Most participants noted leadership book discussion facilitation as the most valuable part of the initiative and posited they would utilize skills gained through these discussions nearly every day in their careers. Results suggest PGY1’s showed the most significant increase in their scores from pre- to post-study, while didactic students showed the least significant increase.

Implications: Our findings suggest learner-driven leadership initiatives, specifically learner-facilitated book club discussions, are beneficial to incorporate into both didactic and experiential coursework. Implementation of these discussions could be applied in many aspects of the curriculum with minimal resources and a reasonable expectation of perceived benefit to student leadership development.
Unlocking the Future of Nursing Education and Continuing Professional Development By Embracing Generative Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Language Models
Authors: Shepherd Jennifer
Published: April 2024

The rapid evolution of technology calls for innovations in nursing education and continuing professional development (NCPD) that are crucial for maintaining high-quality health-care delivery. As lifelong learners, nurses require effective and motivational educational resources that support their ongoing growth and enable them to adapt to changing health-care landscapes. Generative AI models such as OpenAI and Advanced language models such as ChatGPT present opportunities to enhance learning experiences and support knowledge acquisition. This article explores the potential of incorporating both generative AI and advanced language models in NCPD programs, focusing on design strategies, implementation, and possible challenges. By leveraging these innovations, nursing professionals can access personalized, on-demand, and interactive learning resources, advancing their professional growth and improving patient outcomes.
Cultivating Sustainability: A Cultural Linguistic Study of Minangkabau Environmental Proverbs
Authors: Handoko Handoko , Kaur Sheena , Su Kia Lau
Published: April 2024

The research aims to examine the connection between language, culture, and environment by analyzing the representation of nature in Minangkabau proverbs and its cultural implications and cognitive awareness in traditional Minangkabau society. It is a descriptive study that analyzes meaning and cultural representation through a cultural linguistics approach. The research used 287 proverbs from various written Minangkabau resources, including tambo and books containing Minangkabau proverbs. The study focuses on three sustainability pillars: social, environmental, and economic. The research findings show that Minangkabau proverbs frequently utilize symbolism of nature and the environment to describe and reflect cultural values and rules of Minangkabau customs. The natural representations reveal the close relationship between the Minangkabau people and nature and the cognitive awareness and shared knowledge passed down from generation to generation. The results of this study highlight the need for further research on Minangkabau proverbs to explore cultural values and wisdom that can support program sustainability. Hence, preserving and promoting cultural heritage values are crucial for sustainable development, as it can contribute to socio-economic development and create new values for future generations.
Reflexiones sobre la dicotomía de buen y mal gusto en la sociedad posmoderna
Authors: Vaskes Santches Irina
Published: April 2024

El presente trabajo aborda la proliferación de las nuevas características del gusto estético, las transformaciones y mutaciones de buen y mal gusto debido a los factores que más cambios han producido en la materia del gusto en la sociedad posmoderna: la economía estética como desregulación de las distinciones entre lo económico y lo estético; el mundo del arte actual (desdefinición, desestetización y arte kitsch); la cultura de masas y el mal gusto de masas. Estos nuevos escenarios que se producen en la sociedad posmoderna sirven para reflexionar sobre la dicotomía de buen y mal gusto que, por su parte, se inscribe dentro del problema más amplio del juicio estético (el juicio del gusto) y su evolución. Las preguntas que orientan a la investigación son: ¿Cómo ha ido mutando la distinción entre el buen y el mal gusto bajo estos factores?, ¿se ha superado esta dicotomía, quedándose sin fundamentos o aún sigue siendo relevante?, ¿adquiere la dinámica de buen y mal gusto un nuevo sentido teniendo en cuenta la situación inevitable de diversidad de gustos y de cualidades estético-artísticas posmodernas?
DESAFIOS DA PREMATURIDADE: IMPORTÂNCIA DA REDE DE APOIO SOCIAL NA PERCEPÇÃO DE MÃES DE NEONATOS
Authors: Santos Maressa Valentim dos , Abreu Isabella Schroeder , Rossa Roberta , Takemoto Angélica Yukari , Birolim Marcela Maria
Published: April 2024

Introdução: o nascimento de um bebê prematuro, por vezes, necessita de internação em unidade de terapia intensiva neonatal, o que resulta na mudança de toda dinâmica familiar. Isso ocorre devido ao longo período de hospitalização para o bebê e consequente permanência dos pais no ambiente hospitalar. Objetivo: conhecer os desafios da prematuridade e o papel do apoio social na percepção das mães durante o internamento do seu filho em uma unidade de terapia intensiva neonatal. Metodologia: estudo de abordagem qualitativa, cujos dados foram coletados mediante entrevistas, com sete mães, entre março e agosto de 2018. Os dados foram submetidos a análise de conteúdo proposta por Bardin. Resultados: verificou-se que entre os desafios mais comuns enfrentados pelas mães durante o período de internação estão relacionados ao medo da perda do filho hospitalizado, o apoio da equipe de enfermagem e da família as principais estratégias para enfrentar este momento. Conclusão: o reconhecimento dos desafios enfrentados e o apoio social por familiares e pela equipe de enfermagem são fundamentais a fim de minimizar as dificuldades enfrentadas pelas famílias dos recém-nascidos durante o processo de hospitalização.
MODELOS DE AGENDAMENTO E O ACESSO A IMUNIZAÇÃO NA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA A SAÚDE
Authors: Silva Campos Daniela , Gallo Farias Oliveira Larayne , Almeida Pina-Oliveira Alfredo , Aparecida Fracolli Lislaine , Carlos Blanco Jeniffer Marcela , Pinho Lins Gryschek Anna Luiza de Fátima
Published: April 2024

A Atenção Primária à Saúde é caracterizada como a porta de entrada preferencial do sistema de saúde com território adscrito. Desta forma, deve prover ações de promoção, prevenção e reabilitação da saúde. Sendo assim, a escassez de investigações sobre o acesso à saúde e a imunização levanta questões sobre como os modelos de agendamento impactam a disponibilidade e a acessibilidade das vacinas. Trata-se de um estudo reflexivo conduzido no período de junho a agosto de 2023. O estudo tem como base a análise discursiva das orientações do Ministério da Saúde, assim como a aceitabilidade, satisfação e, consequentemente, adesão à vacinação por parte dos usuários. A pesquisa originou-se a partir das provocações e debates realizados pelo Grupo de Pesquisa "Abordagens Tecnológicas no Cuidado à Saúde e Promoção da Saúde" da Escola de Enfermagem da Universidade de São Paulo (EEUSP). Está dividido em três seções que abordam os principais pontos de reflexão. O estudo considerou que é notável que a maneira como o usuário é recebido e tratado pelo sistema influencia diretamente a aceitabilidade, satisfação e, consequentemente, adesão à vacinação. Portanto, ao escolher e planejar o método de agendamento do serviço de saúde, as particularidades da área de vacinação devem ser consideradas, contemplando a demanda espontânea e a abordagem e controle do usuário.
GCG SEBAGAI PEMODERASI PENGARUH PROFITABILITAS, PERENCANAAN PAJAK TERHADAP NILAI PERUSAHAAN
Authors: Yaumi Sri , Farid Dedyansyah Achmad , Berlyn Hakim Mesra , Majid Abdul
Published: April 2024

Perusahaan mempunyai tujuan untuk meningkatkan nilai perusahaan yang tercermin dari harga saham. Pajak merupakan suatu kewajiban yang harus dipenuhi sesuai dengan aturan perundang-undangan. Pajak merupakan biaya yang dapat mengurangi pendapatan atau laba bersih suatu perusahaan. Peningkatan rasio profitabilitas dan perencanaan pajak dapat dilakukan jika mempunyai tata kelola yang baik atau yang disebut GCG. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh profitabilitas, perencanaan pajak dan GCG terhadap nilai perusahaan, dan juga GCG apakah mampu memoderasi profitabilitas dan perencanaan pajak terhadap nilai perusahaan. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif deskriptif. Hasil uji menunjukkan profitabilitas dan perencanaan pajak tidak berpengaruh terhadap nilai perusahaan,  GCG berpengaruh terhadap nilai perusahaan dan GCG tidak mampu memoderasi profitabilitas dan perencanaan pajak terhadap nilai perusahaan.
PENERAPAN GOOD GOVERNANCE DALAM PENGELOLAAN KEUANGAN BUM DESA: CONFIGURATIVE-IDEOGRAPHIC CASE STUDY
Authors: Sri Pancawati Martiningsih Rr
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini dimaksudkan untuk menganalisis penerapan good governance dalam pengelolaan keuangan Badan Usaha Milik Desa (BUM Desa). Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus jenis configurative-ideographic study, yang merupakan novelty penelitian ini. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui wawancara terhadap Penasihat (Kepala Desa), Pengawas, Badan Permusyawaratan Desa (BPD), Pelaksana Operasional (Manajer), dan bendahara BUM Desa serta dokumentasi bukti-bukti pengelolaan keuangan BUM Desa. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penerapan good governance dalam pengelolaan keuangan BUM Desa di Kecamatan Tanjung Kabupaten Lombok Utara belum diterapkan dengan baik. Hal ini dapat dilihat dari: 1) Penerapan prinsip transparansi, dimana pengurus tidak secara aktif menginformasikan hal-hal penting mengenai pengelolaan BUM Desa kepada masyarakat desa. 2) Penerapan prinsip partisipasi, dalam hal ini masyarakat tidak dilibatkan secara langsung baik dari tahap pengambilan keputusan rencana kerja tahunan, pelaksanaan, sampai tahap evaluasi hasil pelaksanaan. 3) Penerapan prinsip akuntabilitas, dimana pengurus maupun Kepala Desa masih belum rinci memberikan laporan pertanggungjawaban, yang mengakibatkan keraguan dan ketidakpercayaan masyarakat desa. Implikasi penelitian yakni baik secara teoritis, praktis, maupun kebijakan dapat digunakan sebagai bahan pertimbangan agar proses pengelolaan keuangan BUM Desa dilakukan dengan lebih transparan, bertanggungjawab dan membuka lebar ruang partisipasi masyarakat desa, sekaligus sebagai bahan masukan bagi pemerintah desa untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan kemampuan pengurus BUM Desa dan melakukan pengawasan dengan lebih baik dalam pengelolaan keuangan BUM Desa serta mengevaluasi peraturan desa dan AD/ART mengenai pengelolaan BUM Desa sejalan dengan Peraturan Daerah Kabupaten Lombok Utara Nomor 4 Tahun 2012 maupun Peraturan Pemerintah Nomor 11 Tahun 2021.
Reduced-Order Model for Supersonic Transport Takeoff Noise Scaling with Cruise Mach Number
Authors: Voet Laurens J. A. , Prashanth Prakash , Speth Raymond L. , Sabnis Jayant S. , Tan Choon S. , Barrett Steven R. H.
Published: April 2024

The recent interest in the development of supersonic transport raises concerns about an increase in community noise around airports. As noise certification standards for supersonic transport other than Concorde have not yet been developed by the International Civil Aviation Organization, there is a need for a physics-based scaling rule for supersonic transport takeoff noise performance. Assuming supersonic transport takeoff noise levels are dominated by the engine mixed jet velocity and the aircraft-to-microphone propagation distance, this paper presents a reduced-order model for supersonic transport takeoff noise levels as a function of four scaling groups: cruise Mach number, takeoff aerodynamic efficiency, takeoff speed, and number of installed engines. This paper finds that, as cruise Mach number increases, supersonic transport takeoff noise levels increase while their thrust cutback noise reduction potential decreases. Assuming constant aerodynamic efficiency, takeoff speed, and number of installed engines, the takeoff noise levels and noise reduction potential of a Mach 2.2 aircraft are found to be [Formula: see text] higher and [Formula: see text] less compared to a Mach 1.4 aircraft, respectively. This scaling rule can potentially yield a simple guideline for estimating an approximate noise limit for supersonic transport, depending on their cruise Mach number.
Teaching Citizenship Education in Ghana Basic Schools: The Quest to Achieve Patriotism and Democracy
Authors: Donkoh Ruth , Lee Wing On , Donkor Josephine
Published: April 2024

In Ghana, citizenship education aims to inculcate in pupils the behaviours, values and attitudes that enhance democracy and patriotism to produce efficient global citizens. However, Ghana is confronted with numerous social vices and atrocities due to pseudo-citizens who suppress the achievement of the country’s citizenship education objectives. Moreover, the reasons why citizenship education has not been able to achieve its objectives are unfounded. Using John Rawls’ theory for civic education, this study sought to identify the reasons for teaching citizenship education; assess if the teaching of citizenship education has achieved its objectives; identify the challenges that militate against the teaching of citizenship education; and identify the strategies that need to be adopted to improve the teaching of citizenship education. A triangulation mixed-methods approach was adopted. Quantitatively, 456 teachers from 72 schools participated in a questionnaire survey. Qualitatively, eight teachers participated in a semi-structured interview. In addition, there was a content analysis of the citizenship education syllabus objectives and the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) objectives. The results revealed that teaching citizenship education can help promote democracy and patriotism, but the objectives of teaching citizenship education are yet to be achieved. Moreover, challenges, such as a lack of trained teachers to teach citizenship education lessons and teaching-learning materials, militate against teaching citizenship education. However, it was found that providing specially trained teachers to teach citizenship education could salvage the situation. Moreover, it is recommended that the government, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), development partners, and volunteers should provide resources for the NCCE and institutions and assign specially trained teachers to teach citizenship education lessons in schools. Furthermore, the citizenship education syllabus needs to elaborate on the social vices in society to nurture citizens of noble character for posterity.
Analysis of Influential Factors in the Agricultural Sector Cooperatives Success in Lampung Province
Authors: Rahayu Sari , Lestari Dyah Aring Hepiana , Rosanti Novi
Published: April 2024

Cooperatives can potentially have a broad impact on the economic order. The success of cooperatives can benefit members, the surrounding environment, and even the broader scope. The agricultural sector is the third largest number of cooperatives in Lampung Province. This research aimed to analyze the factors that affect cooperative business volume, and net income (SHU) of agricultural sector cooperatives in Lampung Province. The number of samples in this study was 33 cooperatives. The samples are cooperatives that run agricultural related businesses and cooperatives whose members are agricultural business actors in Lampung Province. The multiple linear regression was used to analyze factors that influenced the business volume and the net income (SHU). It was found the number of members and business units have a negative effect on business volume, while capital and loan capital have a positive effect on business volume. At the same time, the variables of managers' availability and the chairman's education level do not affect the business volume of agricultural sector cooperatives in Lampung Province.  Self-capital, loan capital, and the chairman's high level of education have a positive effect on business rest, and the number of members and business units have a negative effect on the net income (SHU). In contrast, the manager availability and the chairman’s education level at imtermediate and low levels have no effect on the net income (SHU) of agricultural sector cooperatives in Lampung Province.

 

Keywords: agricultural cooperatives, business volume, net income (SHU)
Pemberian Infusa Kulit Buah Naga Merah (Hylocereus polyrhizus) terhadap Produktivitas Ayam Broiler
Authors: Zairiful Z , Marya D T , Lustanti R D
Published: April 2024

Ayam broiler merupakan jenis ternak yang memiliki waktu pemeliharaan singkat berkisar 28-35 hari, hal tersebut menyebabkan banyak peternak yang membudidayakan broiler. Ayam broiler memiliki resiko tingkat stres tinggi yang dapat mengganggu produktivitas broiler, oleh karena itu perlu meminimalisir tingkat stres pada broiler dengan pemberian antioksidan yang dapat menghambat proses oksidasi pada ternak. Kulit buah naga merah mengandung antioksidan seperti flavonoid, terpenoid, vitamin C, saponin dan tanin yang dapat menjadi sumber antioksidan alami. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis manfaat kulit buah naga merah terhadap produktivitas broiler. Materi yang digunakan yaitu 100 ekor DOC dan kulit buah naga merah yang diolah menjadi infusa. Analisis data yang digunakan pada penelitian adalah analisis statistika paired sampe T-test dengan tingkat kepercayaan 5% dan dua perlakuan P0 sebagai kontrol dan P1 pemberian infusa kulit buah naga merah taraf 12%. Variabel yang diamati dalam peneilitan ini yaitu konsumsi ransum, pertambahan bobot badan, konversi ransum, mortalitas dan income over feed cost. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan nyata terhadap produktivitas ayam broiler dengan pemberian infusa kulit buah naga merah taraf 12%.
Pengambilan Keputusan oleh Istri Peternak pada Peternakan Sapi Potong di Kabupaten Banyumas
Authors: Marselina O , Muatip K , Djatmiko O E
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh pendidikan, usia, dan jumlah jam kerja istri peternak sapi potong terhadap pengambilan keputusan, termasuk pembelian ternak dan penjualan sapi. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode survei. Penentuan ukuran sampel responden menggunakan rumus Slovin dengan margin kesalahan sebesar 10%, sehingga menghasilkan total 81 responden. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan analisis deskriptif dan analisis Regresi Logistik Biner. Hasil analisis deskriptif menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar istri peternak sapi potong telah menyelesaikan pendidikan dasar (56%) dan pendidikan menengah (21%), berusia antara 31 hingga 64 tahun (88%), memiliki kurang dari 4 ekor sapi (74%), memiliki 1-3 anggota keluarga (41%), dan alokasi jam kerja kurang dari 0,5 jam atau kurang dari 30 menit (41%). Partisipasi mereka dalam pengambilan keputusan menunjukkan bahwa 46% berada dalam kategori tinggi, dan 54% berada dalam kategori rendah. Hasil analisis Regresi Logistik Biner menunjukkan bahwa tingkat pendidikan tidak memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap pengambilan keputusan (0,474), usia tidak memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap pengambilan keputusan istri peternak (0,298), jumlah kepemilikan sapi memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap pengambilan keputusan (0,088), jumlah anggota keluarga tidak memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap pengambilan keputusan (0,138), dan jumlah jam kerja memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap pengambilan keputusan istri peternak (0,1).
Potensi Reproduksi Induk Ternak Sapi Bali pada Sistem Peternakan Rakyat di Kecamatan Taniwel Timur Kabupaten Seram Bagian Barat
Authors: Siwa I P , Souhoka D F , Labetubun J , Kewilaa A I
Published: April 2024

The reproductive performance of female Bali cattle is one of the important factors that needs to be known in supporting the efficiency of beef cattle breeding programs so that mothers can produce calves every year. This research aims to determine the characteristics of the reproductive potential of Bali cattle in the community farming system in East Taniwel District, West Seram Regency. The research location was determined purposively, selecting 6 sample villages from 15 villages in East Taniwel District, West Seram Regency based on the criteria of having the largest number of Balinese cattle. These villages are Sohuwe Village, Maloang Village, Matapa Village, Lumalatal Village, Sekasale Village and Hatunuru Village. The research was conducted for 1 month from August to September 2023. Respondents were determined using a purposive sampling method based on the presence of the highest number of cattle population per sample village and the highest level of Balinese cattle ownership with the criteria of having kept cattle for at least 3 years, had given birth and had carried out marketing. Farmer respondents were taken 10 respondents per sample village, so that 60 respondents were obtained. Data on the general condition of the research location, respondent characteristics, business characteristics, population structure and reproductive potential were analyzed using simple statistical calculations and studied descriptively. The research results show that the structure of the livestock population is dominated by the presence of female livestock at adult age, heifers and calves. The reproductive potential obtained is the age at first mating 18.16 ± 1.40 months; pregnancy rate 84.96%; and a birth rate of 99.43% with pre-weaning child mortality of 8.4%.
Pengaruh Penambahan Tepung Daun Belimbing Wuluh (Averrhoa bilimbi L) Dan Enkapsulasi Belimbing Wuluh Sebagai Feed Additive Terhadap Performa Broiler.
Authors: Siregar Y A , Montesqrit M , Harnentis H
Published: April 2024

This study was conducted to determine the effect of adding Averrhoa bilimbi L leaf meal and encapsulated Averrhoa bilimbi L on the broiler performance. The material used in this study included 120 broiler chickens, Averrhoa bilimbi L leaf meal and encapsulated Averrhoa bilimbi L. The research method used was a Complete Randomized Design with 6 treatments and 4 repeats. Each repeat of this study used 5 broiler chickens. The treatment in this study consisted of P0 control (ration with antibiotics Zinc bacitracin), P1 (Averrhoa bilimbi L leaf meal 1%), P2 (Averrhoa bilimbi L leaf meal 2%), P3 (encapsulated Averrhoa bilimbi L 1%), P4 (encapsulated Averrhoa bilimbi L 2%), P5 (Averrhoa bilimbi L leaf meal 1% encapsulated Averrhoa bilimbi L 1%). The variables observed were feed intake,body  weight gain, feed conversion ratio and mortality. The data obtained were then analyzed using ANOVA and if there was a significant effect continued with Duncan's Multiple Range Test. The results showed that the addition of Averrhoa bilimbi L leaf meal and encapsulated Averrhoa bilimbi L as a feed addtive antibiotic growth promoter had a real effect (P<0.05) on feed consumption but no real effect (P>0.05) on weight gain, ration conversion and mortality. The conclusion of this study was Averrhoa bilimbi L leaf meal and encapsulated Averrhoa bilimbi L can be used as 2% in diets without affecting the broiler performance.
Successful Treatment of Acute Enteric Myocarditis with IVIG Infusion: An Unusual Complication of Enteric Fever.
Authors: Kundavaram Rajkumar , Kadiri Harish , Gogia Priya , Kumar Amber , Maheshwari Mahesh , Malik Shikha
Published: April 2024

Myocarditis, the inflammation of myocardium can be caused by a variety of etiological agents with clinical manifestations ranging from asymptomatic to cardiogenic shock. Enteric fever is a very common illness in children and can have a wide range of complications both enteric and non-enteric. The reported incidence of myocarditis in enteric fever ranges from about 1-5%. Paediatricians must be aware of the rare complications that might make the diagnosis challenging. We present one such case of a 6-year-old boy who came to us with a history of fever, diarrhoea and hypotension. On initial evaluation, the child was in cardiogenic shock and was started on IV antibiotics and inotropes. Laboratory evaluation confirmed enteric fever, and Electrocardiogram and echocardiography revealed myocarditis with dilated cardiomyopathy. The child did not improve with initial supportive care. Administration of IVIG resulted in a dramatic improvement in LVEF. The child is now thriving well with normal cardiac function.
Awareness Regarding Cigarette Smoking Among Adult Cigarette Smokers in Bhaktapur, Nepal
Authors: Rai Mamata , Dhukhwa Neelam , Acharya Surendra Kumar , Poudel Shanti , Acharya Ram Laxmi
Published: April 2024

Introduction:

Cigarette smoking is a highly avoidable factor responsible for a substantial number of deaths and illnesses globally. With a death toll of eight million people worldwide, increasing awareness concerning the dangers of smoking is imperative. Educating people about the national policy against smoking in public places and its detrimental effects can reduce smoking-related health issues and fatalities. This study aimed to assess adult smokers' awareness levels regarding cigarette smoking.

Material and Methods:

A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted to investigate adult cigarette smokers aged 20 to 59 years in Bhaktapur, Nepal. The study included a sample size of 92 participants, selected using a non-probability sampling technique. Data collection was done through face-to-face interviews using a structured questionnaire. The collected data was subjected to both descriptive and inferential analyses using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 16.

Results:

Among the adult cigarette smokers surveyed, 55.4% of respondents demonstrated an adequate awareness of cigarette smoking. The respondents had sufficient awareness of the policies against and the detrimental effects of smoking on the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. However, the level of awareness was insufficient regarding the after-effects on the nervous system, reproductive system, and eye disorders. A significant association was found between the level of awareness and factors such as age (p=0.01), sex (p=0.00), education (p=0.00), occupation (p=0.01), and total average income (p=0.01).

Conclusion:

Sufficient awareness regarding the ill effects of smoking is still lacking. This highlights the need for increasing awareness regarding the health effects and policies about cigarette smoking, especially in the community setting.
Towards the Future: Highlighting Quality in Healthcare Industry
Authors: De Upama , Mudgal Shivangi
Published: April 2024

Background:

Health care industry is a multifaceted sector which always requires an inherent concept of quality, a mutual model to address the need of all groups either consumers or providers of the health care. The review aimed to identify the role of quality in healthcare industry through searching articles including reports, narrative reviews of relevant literature related to quality, quality management, service in healthcare sector.

Methods:

Computer-based literature search thorough electronic databases including PubMed Central, ResearchGate, Google Scholar, Science direct, Semantic Scholar and Scopus was conducted using keywords such as quality, quality control, quality management, quality improvement, patient satisfaction and healthcare sector, Total Quality Management, health care industry.

Results:

Total Quality Management, health care industry. Quality improvement is the process which leads to consumer's loyalty, satisfaction and provides recognition to the industry.

Conclusion:

Hence, it become a need to bring a revolution to healthcare industry in the maintenance and improvement of quality for delivery of service to the patients which should fulfill the consumer's needs and uphold their trust and satisfaction level.
Comparison of pupil dilation in manual small incision cataract surgery using topical versus intracameral mydriatic agents – A randomised controlled trial
Authors: Adeogun Ibukunoluwa James , Adekoya Bola Josephine , Balogun Modupe Medina
Published: April 2024

Objectives:

The purpose of this research is to assess and compare the efficacy of an intracameral mydriatic solution with conventional topical agents in the completion of manual small incision cataract surgery (MSICS) in a black population.

Materials and Methods:

This randomised controlled trial was conducted among 102 patients undergoing MSICS under sub-tenon’s block. Mydriasis in the topical group was achieved with a pre-operative topical dilating combination of tropicamide 0.8% and phenylephrine 5% while surgery was commenced in patients in the intracameral group without dilation, and mydriasis was achieved intraoperatively with an intracameral solution of lidocaine 0.5% and adrenaline 0.001%. Pupil sizes were measured serially, before, and at four different junctures during surgery. The proportion of patients needing supplementary mydriasis in either group was noted, as well as post-operative pinhole visual acuity (VA). Data analysis was carried out using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences Statistical Product and Service Solutions(SPSS) version 25.0 (IBM, Chicago, Illinois). The level of statistical significance was set at P < 0.05 at a 95% confidence interval.

Results:

Mean pupil diameter before dilating and blocking was 2.5 ± 0.6 mm in the topical group and 2.5 ± 0.7 mm in the intracameral group (P = 0.752). This increased to 7.7 ± 1.1 mm and 7.4 ± 0.8 mm, respectively (P = 0.134), after administering either mydriatic agents. After that, mean pupil diameter progressively reduced in both groups but was significantly higher in the intracameral group at each point of measurement (P < 0.05). Postoperatively, there was no significant difference in the VA between the two groups (P < 0.05).

Conclusion:

Using an intracameral mixture of lidocaine and adrenaline gives adequate mydriasis for the successful completion of MSICS without pre-operative dilation.
Technology of preliminary radial YAG laser phacofragmentation in the surgical treatment of cataracts
Authors:   S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Kaluga branch, Kaluga, Russian Federation, Tereshchenko A.V. ,   K.E. Tsiolkovski Kaluga State University, Kaluga, Russian Federation, Trifanenkova I.G. ,   S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Kaluga branch, Kaluga, Russian Federation,   K.E. Tsiolkovski Kaluga State University, Kaluga, Russian Federation, Sidorova Y.A. ,   S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Kaluga branch, Kaluga, Russian Federation, Shaulov V.V. ,   S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Kaluga branch, Kaluga, Russian Federation, Ivanov A.M. ,   S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Kaluga branch, Kaluga, Russian Federation, Okuneva M.V. ,   S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Kaluga branch, Kaluga, Russian Federation, Ivanova N.A. ,   S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, Kaluga branch, Kaluga, Russian Federation
Published: April 2024

Purpose. To represent the technology of preliminary radial YAG laser phacofragmentation in the surgical treatment of cataracts. Material and methods. The technology of preliminary radial YAG laser phacofragmentation has been used in the Kaluga branch of the S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution since 2016. The basis of the technology is the transcorneal endocapsular formation of radial cracks of the lens core for its subsequent fragmentation during ultrasonic phacoemulsification of cataracts (FEC). The total number of pulses ranges from 95 to 150. Results. In the Kaluga branch of the S. Fyodorov Eye Microsurgery Federal State Institution, preliminary radial YAG laser phacofragmentation was performed on 9468 eyes with cataracts of 2–4 degrees of density from 2016 to 2023. After YAG laser fragmentation of the lens core, its radial separation occurs according to the «snowflake» type, which consists of 3 layers and «petals» extending from cavitation bubbles that clearly outline the core. The clinical and functional state of the eyes after preliminary YAG laser phacofragmentation indicated the absence of reactive inflammation from the anterior and posterior segment of the eye, which was confirmed by biomicroscopy and ultrasound ophthalmoscanning data. Conclusion. The technology of preliminary radial YAG laser phacofragmentation is a safe and effective method that allows you to achieve uniform separation of lens fibers along the formed fragmentation zones, which correspond to subsequent nuclear fracture zones during the nuclear fragmentation stage during ultrasonic FEC. Key words: radial YAG laser phacofragmentation, cataract, ultrasonic phacoemulsification of cataract
Evaluation of Antiproliferative and Cytotoxic potential of organic solvent fractions of potential plant sources against Human colorectal carcinoma cell lines
Authors: Nirmala K. , Veerendra Kumar B.
Published: April 2024

People have been relying and using various medicinal sources for ages throughout the world for alleviation of different ailments. Eighty percent of people worldwide depend on herbal medication for their fundamental medical needs, according to a World Health Organization (WHO) survey. The need for plant-based medications has led to increased studies into the extraction of therapeutic properties from plants. Bioactive compounds are secondary metabolites, sometimes termed nutraceuticals, present in food, providing health benefits.
Comparative Analysis Quality of Innovative Pasta from Quinoa
Authors: Gęsiński Krzysztof , Ruszkowska Millena
Published: April 2024

The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of innovative quinoa pasta by assessing its culinary qualities. The products were compared with traditional wheat pasta. Four innovative products containing Chenopodium quinoa, available on the Polish market, were selected for the study. The culinary properties were determined by evaluating the weight gain factor, loss of dry matter during cooking, and an organoleptic evaluation and colour of pasta before and after cooking. The study showed that the culinary quality of the innovative products varied and depended on the raw material composition. A correlation was found between pasta properties and the proportion of quinoa and wheat flour in the products and the nutrient content. Pasta with a higher proportion of quinoa was characterized by good cooking properties.
Facile Access to Bicyclo[2.1.1]hexanes by Formal Cycloaddition be-tween Silyl Enol Ethers and Bicyclo[1.1.0]butanes with Lewis acids
Authors: Hu Sai , Pan Yuming , Ni Dongshun , Deng Li
Published: April 2024

Saturated three-dimensional carbocycles have gained increasing prominence in synthetic and medicinal chemistry. In par-ticular, bicyclo[2.1.1]hexanes (BCHs) was identified as the molecular replacement for benzenes. Here, we present a facile access to a variety of BCHs via a stepwise two-electron formal [2+3] cycloaddition between silyl enol ethers and bicy-clo[1.1.0]butanes (BCBs) under Lewis acid catalysis. The reaction features wide functional group tolerance for silyl enol ethers, allowing the efficient construction of two vicinal quaternary carbon centers and a silyl-protected tertiary alcohol unit in a streamlined fashion. Interestingly, the reaction with conjugated silyl dienol ethers could provide access to bicy-clo[4.1.1]octanes (BCOs) equipped with silyl enol ethers that facilitate further transformation. The utilities of this methodol-ogy were demonstrated by the late-stage modification of natural products, transformations of tertiary alcohol units on bicy-clo[2.1.1]hexane frameworks, and derivatization of silyl enol ethers on bicyclo[4.1.1]octanes, delivering novel functional-ized bicycles that are traditionally inaccessible.
Ecoaldeas: sostenibilidad organizacional y factores de éxito
Authors: Reyes Jimmy Sánchez , Ordúz Jeisson Fabián Fonseca , Hernández Youseline Garavito
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: Esta investigación se enfoca en analizar los determinantes que más influyen de manera directa en la sostenibilidad de las ecoaldeas, comunidades cuyos pilares fundamentales son la búsqueda de una armonía entre la sostenibilidad ecológica, social y espiritual; y es dentro de su sostenibilidad social que se consideran aspectos relacionados con la gestión administrativa.

Marco Teórico: Con el apoyo de teorías de la organización y el desarrollo sostenible, se investigan los factores que explican el éxito de estas organizaciones, medido por su permanencia en el tiempo.

Método: Mediante el análisis detallado y la interpretación de la información obtenida directamente de ecoaldeas ubicadas alrededor del mundo, se realiza una regresión logística binaria, donde se determinan las variables que tienen significancia y que se explican como “atractores” de la gestión administrativa.

Resultados y Discusión: Los resultados evidencian que, la cultura y la motivación son los determinantes que explican y determinan la permanencia de las ecoaldeas, resaltandosé por encima de otras variables.

Implicaciones de la investigación: Se contribuye a la teoría de la organización al enmarcar las ecoaldeas como organizaciones y sus variables de la dimensión social como variables también de la gestión administrativa, lo que a su vez ayuda a entender las organizaciones que requiere el desarrollo sostenible.

Originalidad/Valor: Esta investigación aporta a través de un método riguroso como es la regresión logística al entendimentos de las variables determinantes en la permanecia de este tipo de organizaciones que no han sido estudiadas por la ciencia administrativa.
Cenap Şahabettin in Avrupa Mektupları Eserinin Coğrafya ve Edebiyat Disiplini Bağlamında Analizi (Analysis of Cenap Şahabettin s European Letters in the Context of Geography and Literature Disciplines)
Authors: Sinan Sümeyye , Sinan Oğuz Kağan , İnce Ziya
Published: April 2024

Coğrafya, insan-tabiat ve insan-mekân arasındaki ilişkiyi ele alan bir disiplindir. Bu sebeple insanoğlu eski çağlardan günümüze kadar dünyayı keşfetmeyi amaç edinmiş, bu doğrultuda gezme, görme, tanıma faaliyetlerini gerçekleştirmiştir. Gezi yazıları bu cihetle dikkate değer eserlerdendir. Bu araştırmada Osmanlı döneminin önemli hekim, yazar, şair ve gazetecilerinden biri olan Cenap Şahabettin’in Osmanlı dışındaki Avrupa topraklarını (Bulgaristan, Romanya, Macaristan, Avusturya, Çekoslovakya, Almanya ve Hollanda) gezerken tuttuğu notlar ele alınmıştır. Cenap Şahabettin 1917-1918 tarihleri arasındaki gezilerde edindiği gözlemlerini-etütlerini “Avrupa Mektupları” adı altında Tasviri Efkâr gazetesinde her hafta bir mektup (gezi notu) şeklinde yayımlamıştır. Bilhassa Avrupa ile Osmanlının nüfus, yerleşme, kentleşme, sanayi, tarım ve fiziki coğrafya açısından karşılaştırılması önemlidir. Cenap Şahabettin’in gözlemleri Avrupa’nın geçmişi ile bugünü karşılaştırma açısından önemli bilgiler vermektedir. Cenap Şahabettin’in Avrupa Mektupları eserinin coğrafya ve edebiyat disiplini bağlamında ele alındığı bu araştırma, nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden doküman analizi yöntemi ile gerçekleştirilmiştir. Eser detaylı olarak incelenmiş ve içerik analizine tabi tutulmuş, kodlar ve kategoriler oluşturularak tablolar halinde sunulmuştur. Araştırmadan elde edilen sonuçlara göre Cenap Şahabettin’in “Avrupa Mektupları” adlı eseri, edebi açıdan sade bir dil ile yazılmış, Avrupa’nın geçmişine ışık tutmuş, Avrupa coğrafyasını tanımaya katkı sağlamış bir kaynaktır. Eser içerisinde, tespit edilen coğrafi kavramlara bakıldığında coğrafyanın beşerî, fiziki, ekonomik ve bölgesel alt dallarından kelime ve kavramların farklı sıklıklarda tekrarlanan bir yapısının olduğu görülür. Bunlar içinde ise en yüksek oranda Alman (Cermen), Almanya, şehir, Viyana, köy, Bulgar, Tuna, Romanya, ekonomi, toprak, tarım ve çiftçi (rençber) kavramları ön plana çıkmaktadır. Bu modern gezi yazısı yüzyıl önceki Avrupa’nın adeta fotoğrafını çekmiş ve Avrupa’nın bugünü ile kıyaslamada önemli bir kaynak teşkil ettiği için Avrupa coğrafyasını tanıma ve anlama bakımından Coğrafya ve Edebiyat derslerinde kaynak eser olarak önerilmektedir.
Hamzanâme nin 51. Cildinde Masal ve Fantastik Roman Unsurları (In Volume 51 of Hamzanâme Fairy Tale and Fantasy Novel Elements)
Authors: Kılıç Nuray
Published: April 2024

9. yüzyılda sözlü gelenek ürünü olarak ortaya çıkmış ve 14. yüzyılda yazıya geçirilmiş Hamzanameler, Hz. Hamza’nın kahramanlıklarını anlatan; kahramanları, mekanları, zaman ve olaylarıyla dikkat çekici anlatıma sahip hikayelerdir. Akıcı üslubu, etkileyici olayları, sıra dışı kişileriyle ortaya çıktığı dönemden itibaren dinleyicinin ilgisini çekmiş ve uzun süre Araplar, İranlılar ve Türkler arasında toplumun ilgi duyduğu eserler olmuştur. Tespit edilen 72 cilKen 51. cildi üzerinde yapılan çalışmada Hamzaname’nin farklı türlerle benzer özellikler gösterdiği ifade edilebilir. Benzer özellikler gösterdiği edebi türler arasında geleneksel bir tür olan masal ve modern bir tür olan fantastik roman ön plana çıkmaktadır. Olağanüstü kahramanlar etrafında, ilginç mekanlarda, farklı zaman dilimleri kullanılarak gerçekleşen olaylar, Hamzanameler ile masal ve fantastik roman türleri arasında benzerlikler ortaya koymaktadır.