bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The treatment of sexually transmitted infections
Authors: Van Eyk Armorel D.
Published: November 2021

The high level of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in South Africa can be attributed to a large number of factors including low socio-economic conditions, social stigma, gender inequalities, inability to access adequate health care systems and lack of preventative programmes. The main curable STIs consist of chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis and trichomoniasis, most of which occur in the developing world. The inability to adequately treat the infections leads to morbidity and has wide-ranging consequences on reproductive health and the health of infants. Due to the inefficient treatment of STIs, the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommended and promoted the syndromic management of STIs in developing countries at the point of contact with the health service provider with the intention of improving the quality of care of these patients. The syndromic approach to STI management depends on patient symptoms and the signs presented at the clinical examination. The four main syndrome management protocols are for urethral discharge and swollen testes, genital ulcers, vaginal discharge and lower abdominal pain in women. After identification of a syndrome, combined therapy is utilised to treat the common causes of the infection. A diagnosis can be made quite rapidly without the need for expensive equipment and tests or special skills. Health care providers make use of flow charts or algorithms for diagnosis and treatment. Algorithms or flowcharts should be adapted to local conditions taking into consideration aetiology, local antimicrobial susceptibility patterns and drug availability. These protocols will help with the prevention and treatment STIs in South Africa.
An overview of the biological disease modifying drugs available for arthritic conditions in South Africa
Authors: Harmse Leonie , Reuter Helmuth
Published: November 2021

The past decade has seen a major change in the treatment options and strategies for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and the other immune-mediated arthritic diseases. The disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) are now used in early stages of the disease in order to preserve joint architecture. There are two groups of DMARDs, the small molecules, like methotrexate, and the biological DMARDs, which are frequently referred to as “magic bullets” since they target specific cytokines and immune cells associated with arthritic conditions. They are monoclonal antibodies or fusion proteins designed to bind and inactivate immune targets.Tumour necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) plays an important role in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid disorders and is the target of four biological DMARDs, etanercept, infliximab, golimumab and adalimumab. The other biological DMARDs include abatacept, rituximab and tocilizumab and these prevent T-cell costimulation, cause the depletion of mature CD20 positive B cells or prevent the activation of the interleukin-6 receptor molecule, respectively. Ustekinumab, a monoclonal antibody against IL12/IL23 is effective in psoriatic arthritis.Biological agents are indicated when patients do not respond adequately to the traditional DMARDs. Numerous clinical trials have shown that the biological agents reduce joint inflammation and erosive damage, especially when used in combination with methotrexate.Apart from their prohibitive cost, the biological agents are not without potentially serious adverse effects with infections being the main concern. The TNF-α inhibitors increase the risk for tuberculosis and other opportunistic infections, whereas the non-TNF-α immune inhibitors increase the risk for opportunistic viral, fungal and bacterial infections. This review provides an overview of the biological agents currently available in South Africa.
Prescribing of meprobamate-containing combination analgesics in South Africa
Authors: Truter I.
Published: November 2021

Background: Meprobamate is a constituent of various combination analgesics in South Africa. Due to the lack of recent literature on the prescribing patterns of combination analgesics containing meprobamate and in the light of its possible higher re-scheduling, this study was conducted. The primary aim was to establish the extent of meprobamate-containing combination analgesic prescribing using a prescription claims database.Methods: A retrospective, cross-sectional drug utilisation study was conducted on prescription data of a medical insurance scheme administrator in South Africa for 2011.Results: A total of 31,854 patients received 97,491 analgesics during 2011. Within ATC category N02B, 62.10% of prescriptions were for analgesic combinations, of which 20,326 prescriptions were for meprobamate-containing analgesics. A total of 10,404 patients (53.00% males) were prescribed meprobamate-containing analgesics. Overall, 20.85% of all analgesics prescribed were therefore meprobamate-containing analgesics. Patients who received meprobamate-containing analgesics were slightly older (39.52 years) compared with patients who received analgesics in general (33.61 years). Twenty-two trade names of meprobamate-containing analgesics were prescribed. Seventeen of these products contained exactly the same strengths of active ingredients, namely 320  mg paracetamol, 8  mg codeine phosphate, 32  mg caffeine and 150  mg meprobamate. The originator product constituted 3.72% of prescribing frequency (average cost: R30.42) compared with 70.63% for the most popular generic (average cost: R11.65).Conclusions: Prescribers should be conscious of the benefits and risks of the active ingredient combinations. Further studies including patient and prescriber perceptions of different combinations are recommended.
COPD: What the anaesthetist should know
Authors: Wong M. L.
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
The Physiotherapist's Responsibility
Authors: Woodgate W.
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Some Uses of Heat and Exercise in the Obstetric and Gynaecological Unit
Authors: Office Editorial
Published: November 2021

No abstract available.
Clinical and Socio-demographic Profile of the First 33 COVID-19 Cases Treated at Dedicated Treatment Center in Ethiopia
Authors: Sisay Teklu  , Menbeu Sultan  , Aklilu Azazh  , Aschalew Worku  , Berhane Redae  , Miraf Walelegn  , Muluwork Tefera  , Rahel Argaw  , Woldesenbet Waganew  , SisayYifru  , Wondwossen Amogne  , Natinael Tssema  , Abebaw Bekele  , Yonas Gebregziabher  , Hiruy Araya  , Addisu Birhanu  , Getachew Demoz  , Bethlehem Tadesse  , Yakob Seman  , Aschalew Abayneh
Published: November 2021

BACKGROUND:Severe respiratory tract infection caused by family of Corona viruses has become world pandemic. The purpose of this study was to describe the first few COVID 19 cases in Ethiopia.METHOD: Descriptive study was conducted on the first 33 consecutive RT-PCR confirmed COVID 19 cases diagnosed and managed at Ekka-Kotebe COVID Treatment Center in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.RESULT: The median age of the cases was 36 years. Cough, headache and fever were the most frequent symptoms. Diarrhea, sore throats, loss of taste and/or smell sensation were among the rare symptoms. Most (84.8%) had mild to moderate disease, and 15.2%(n=5) were critical at the time of admission. Among the five ICU admissions, four patients required invasive mechanical ventilation. Thirty cases were discharged after two pairs of nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal samples turned negative for SARS CoV2. Three cases from the ICU died while on mechanical ventilator. The age of the two deaths was 65 years, and one was 60 years. With the exception of three, all cases were either imported from abroad or had contact with confirmed cases.CONCLUSION: Most of our patients were in the younger age group with male predominance and few with comorbidities. Cough was the commonest symptom followed by headache and fever. As it was in the early stage of the pandemic, observation of more cases in the future will reveal further clinical and demographic profiles of COVID-19 cases in Ethiopia.
An African response to the philosophical crises in medicine: Towards an African philosophy of medicine and bioethics
Authors: Okwenna Chrysogonus M.
Published: November 2021

In this paper, I identify two major philosophical crises confronting medicine as a global phenomenon. The first crisis is the epistemological crisis of adopting an epistemic attitude, adequate for improving medical knowledge and practice. The second is the ethical crisis, also known as the “quality-of-care crisis,” arising from the traditional patient-physician dyad. I acknowledge the different proposals put forward in the quest for solutions to these crises. However, I observe that most of these proposals remain inadequate given their over-reliance on the Western biomedical tradition (WBT) and the medical hegemony that underpins the proposals themselves. Contrary to the approach employed in these proposals, I propose medical pluralism as a viable platform for resolving the philosophic crises in medicine, by critically engaging non-Western medical traditions (NMTs) and thought systems. Ultimately, I make a push for the deliberate inauguration of an African philosophy of medicine and bioethics (APMB) and other context-specific or indigenous philosophies of medicine and bioethics that will ensure continuous investigations into NMTs and their contribution to global medical issues.
Patterns of traditional religious and cultural practices of the Idoma People of Nigeria
Authors: Anizoba Emmanuel C. , Johnson Edache Monday
Published: November 2021

The research focuses on the patterns of traditional religious and cultural practices of the Idoma People of Nigeria. The study also seeks to investigate the cultural beliefs and practices of the Idoma traditional society which were affected by the advent of Christianity in the area. Some of the cultural beliefs and practices of the Idoma people before the advent of Christianity will be examined, as well as the people response to the new faith and the propelling factors behind the responses of the people. The study adopted qualitative phenomenological research design and descriptive method of data analysis. Personal interview forms a primary source of data collection while the secondary source includes library sources. The study reveals that the advent of Christianity in the Idoma traditional society had some impact and consequences on their traditional and cultural practices. Some of the Idoma beliefs and practices affected include ancestor veneration, polygamous marriage, burial rites, widowhood practices, naming ceremony among others which are no longer practiced the way it used to be practiced before the advent of Christianity. The study recommends among other things that, there should be a synergy between Idoma traditional beliefs and practices and Christianity for peaceful co-existence, progress and developments in the area.
Examining the Psychological Health Quality of Life of Older People with Disability in Selected Districts in Ghana
Authors: Nantomah Bismark , Yendaw Elijah , Borbor Frank M. , Asante-Afari Kwando
Published: November 2021

Older people in Ghana suffer from a wide range of disabilities including visual, physical, and hearing with serious ramifications on their quality of life. Therefore, this paper examines the psychological health quality of life (PHQOL) of older people  with disability in selected Districts in the Upper West Region of Ghana. Through  a census survey, questionnaires were used to obtain data from 810 respondents.Independent-samples t-test and one-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) were used to  examine their PHQOL. The results showed that mean scores in PHQOL were highest  among those aged 60-69 and lowest for those aged 80 years and older with a  significant difference [F (807) = 23.872 value, p = 0.000] in PHQOL of their ages. Those  who were married had the highest PHQOL mean score compared with those who  were separated / divorced and widowed with significant difference [F (807) = 42.690  value, p = 0.000] noticed in PHQOL across marital statuses. Also, those with physical  disability had a higher mean score in PHQOL than those with visual disability. The  study concludes that any geriatric policy interventions aimed at improving the  PHQOL of older people with disability ought not to downplay their background  characteristics as they underpin their PHQOL.
Impact of Inflation on Gross Domestic Product Growth in Ghana
Authors: Kankpeyeng Justine G. , Maham Ishaque , Abubakar Marzuk
Published: November 2021

This paper examines the impact of inflation and other macroeconomic variables  such as physical capital, government expenditure, and money supply on GDP  growth in Ghana. The study obtained data from the World Development Indicators  for the period 1986-2018 and employed vector autoregressive (VAR) models  for the analysis. The results showed that general inflation, low inflation rates, physical capital, and money supply have positive, statistically, significant, effect  on GDP growth, while, government expenditure and high inflation have negative,  statistically significant, effect on GDP growth for the period studied. The study  concludes that GDP grows positively at a general level of inflation and low rates  of inflation but grows negatively at a high rate of inflation in Ghana. The study,  therefore, recommends that government should implement monetary and fiscal  policies that will help keep inflation rates low and redirect her spending to the  productive sectors in the country to enhance GDP growth.
Variability of Soil Properties under Continuous Irrigation Farming in Nigerian Savanna
Authors: Yakubu S. , Jaiyeoba I.A. , Gasu M.B. , Yakubu D.A.
Published: November 2021

This study examined variability of soil properties under continuous cultivation in the Nigerian Savanna. Bulked soil samples were collected from eight irrigated farm plots and one uncultivated field during both wet season (WS) and dry season (DS) respectively. The samples were analyzed for Sand, silt, clay, bulk density, porosity, moisture content, pH, organic matter, total nitrogen, available phosphorus, exchangeable cations (Ca, Mg, K, and Na), exchangeable acidity (H+Al), exchangeable cation exchange capacity (ECEC) and base saturation which are the key soil fertility parameters. Percentage equivalence value of soil property was computed by expressing the mean value of each soil property in WS as a percentage of the mean value of the same property over the DS. From the results, the soil textural grades remained loamy in both seasons. The mean values obtained at topsoil during WS and DS are: sand (50.38 & 51.38%), silt (39.63 & 38.63%), clay (10% each), bulk density (1.38 & 1.42), porosity (47.75 & 64.04%), moisture content (0.26 & 0.19cm3 ), pH (5.7 & 6.03), organic matter (1.62 & 0.62%), total N (0.12 & 0.08%), available phosphorus (58.36 & 48.25mgkg-1), cations [Ca (7.76 & 6.17cmol/ kg-1), Mg (1.48 & 1.15cmol/kg-1), K (0.36 & 0.21cmol/kg-1), and Na (0.61 & 0.25cmol/kg-1)], H+Al (0.59 & 0.50cmol/kg-1), ECEC (10.63 & 8.26cmol/kg-1) and base saturation (93 & 92%). These results suggest that land use has both direct and indirect effects on the variability of soil properties.
Importance of patients’ care after COVID-19 positive test
Authors: Yadang Fanta S.A. , Agbor Gabriel A.
Published: November 2021

No Abstract.
Model Penanaman Nilai Karakter Disiplin Mahasiswa dalam Meningkatkan Sumber Daya Unggul di Era 4.0
Authors: Urbanus Urbanus
Published: November 2021

The purpose of this study is to find out the model for inculcating the value of disciplinary character by lecturers to foster student discipline character values in increasing superior resources in the 4.0 era. This research is motivated by the lack of student discipline in learning. It can be seen that students are late in collecting assignments from the allotted time and the results of the work done. This research uses descriptive qualitative research with 7 students as the research subject. Data collection techniques were carried out by means of observation and interviews. Furthermore, data analysis, data presentation and conclusions are made. The results of this study indicate that the model for inculcating student discipline character values in improving superior resources in the 4.0 era is the habituation model, the exemplary model and the coaching model. The value of disciplined character is a positive attitude that affects students' abilities, so that they have superior resources in the 4.0 era. AbstrakTujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mengetahui model penanaman nilai karakter disiplin yang dilakukan dosen untuk menumbuhkan nilai karakter disiplin mahasiswa dalam meningkatkan sumber daya unggul di era 4.0.  Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi kurangnya disiplin mahasiswa dalam belajar.  Hal tersebut terlihat keterlambatan mahasiswa dalam mengumpulkan tugas dari waktu yang telah ditentukan dan hasil tugas yang dikerjakan. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian kualitatif deskriptif dengan subjek penelitian 7 orang mahasiswa. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan cara observasi dan wawancara. Selanjutnya dilakukan analisis data, penyajian data dan membuat kesimpulan.  Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa model penanaman nilai karakter disiplin mahasiswa dalam meningkatkan sumber daya unggul di era 4.0 yaitu model pembiasaan, model keteladanan dan model pembinaan. Nilai karakter disiplin merupakan sebuah sikap positif yang memengaruhi kemampuan mahasiswa, sehingga memiliki sumber daya unggul di era 4.0.
Pengaruh Penambahan Tepung Maizena Terhadap Mutu Nugget Ikan Gabus (Channa Striata)
Authors: Ratnasari Diah , Dewi R Yuniarti
Published: November 2021

Tepung maizena adalah pati yang didapatkan dari endosperma biji jagung, mempunyai ciri khas berupa warna putih dan tekstur halus.Ikan gabus merupakan salah satu jenis ikan air tawar yang memiliki kandungan protein yang tinggi. Selain itu ikan gabus memiliki daging yang banyak, pengolahan ikan gabus sebagai nugget agar tidak cepat mengalami pembusukan dengan penambahan tepung maizena agar tekstur dan rasa pada ikan gabus memiliki ciri khas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat pengaruh penambahan tepung maizena terhadap nugget ikan gabus (Channa striata) terhadap mutu organoleptik  kadar proteindan kadar air. Jenis penelitian ini bersifat eksperimental yaitu dengan rancangan percobaan yang digunakan dalam percobaan ini adalah rancangan acak lengkap (RAL), yang terdiri dari ikan gabus dan tepung maizena dengan 3 kali perlakuan dan pengulangan. P1 5% :95%, P2 10%:90% dan P3 15%:85%. Data Variabel kimia diperoleh dianalisis menggunakan uji kadar protein dan Uji organoleptik dianalisi dengan menggunakna sidik ragam (ANOVA). Berdasarkan hasil mutu organoleptik nugget ikan gabus pada porposi tepung maizena terhadap warna nugget P1 (5%), pada  rasa P1 (5%), Aroma P1 (5%) dan pada tekstur P3(15%) kadar protein nugget ikan gabus dengan penambahan tepung maizena pada perlakuan P1 dengan penambahan tepung maizena 5% : ikan gabus 85% menghasilkan protein 15,86%.dan kadar air 1,62%.
Peran Asupan Kalsium Terhadap Tingkat Nyeri Haid Remaja Putri
Authors: Tristianti Ghaniy , Setiyaningrum Zulia
Published: November 2021

Asupan kalsium yang cukup dapat menurunkan ekstabilitas neuromuskular sehingga dapat menurunkan kontraksi pada otot dan dapat mengurangi bahkan menghindari rasa nyeri pada saat haid. Berdasarkan survey pendahuluan yang dilakukan di SMK Negeri 4 Surakarta, dari 50 siswi terdapat sebanyak 84% yang mengalami dismenorea dengan asupan kalsium yang rendah. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hubungan asupan kalsium dengan tingkat nyeri haid pada remaja putri di SMK Negeri 4 Surakarta dengan menggunakan jenis penelitian observasional analitik dengan pendekatan cross- sectional. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik quota sampling dengan jumlah sampel 47 siswi. Data tingkat nyeri haid diperoleh menggunakan kuesioner Numeric Rating Scale dan data asupan kalsium selama 3 bulan terakhir diperoleh menggunakan FFQ-SQ wawancara dilakukan secara daring menggunakan aplikasi Whatsapp melalui fitur chat dan vidiocall. Analisis data menggunakan uji Rank Spearman.Berdasarkan penelitian didapatkan bahwa sebagian besar responden berusia 16 tahun (85,1%), usia menarche responden dimulai pada usia 12 tahun(51,1%), responden mengalami haid ≤7 hari(85,1%), responden mempunyai asupan kalsium kurang(87,2%), dan sebagian besar responden dengan asupan kalsium kurang merasakan nyeri haid  dalam kategori sedang(43,9%). Hasil uji statistik didapatkan nilai r= -0,376 dan p= 0,009. Sehingga dapat disimpulkan terdapat hubungan antara asupan kalsium dengan tingkat nyeri haid pada remaja putri di SMK Negeri 4 Surakarta.
Studi Deskriptif Implementasi Progam Imunisasi Dasar Bayi dalam Mewujudkan Hak Kesehatan & Perlindungan Anak (di Puskesmas Kaliwungu Kudus Tahun 2021)
Authors: Dewi Intan Permata , Widyaningsi Wahyu
Published: November 2021

Angka kematian bayi merupakan indikator yang digunakan untuk menentukan derajat kesehatan.  Salah satu upaya Pemerintah dalam meningkatkan kesehatan dan mewujudkan perlindungan anak adalah melalui penyelenggaraan program imunisasi. Program penyelenggaraan imunisasi diatur dalam Permenkkes Nomor 42 Tahun 2013 tentang penyelenggaraan imunisasi. Program penyelenggaraan imunisasi menjadi tanggungjawab penuh Pemerintah melalui Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten. Tujuan dalam penelitian ini adalah menjelaskan gambaran implementasi program pelayanan imunisasi dasar lengkap pada bayi. Metode dalam penelitian ini adalah kualitatif. Spesifikasi dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif analitik. Teknik sampling menggunakan purposive sampling. Hasil dalam penelitian ini diketahui dengan adanya penyelenggaraan imunisasi di Puskesmas Kaliwungu Kabupaten Kudus maka angka kesakitan bayi dan angka kematian bayi menurun sehingga hak kesehatan dan perlindungan anak dapat terwujud. Pemenuhan logistik dan jenis imunisasi sudah sesuai dengan ketentuan. Dalam hal teknis terdapat adanya pengelolaan sumber daya manusia yang tumpah tindih, dimana penyelenggaraan imunisasi menjadi tanggungjawab bidan. Sedangkan sesuai dengan Permenkes Nomor 42 Tahun 2013 tentang penyelenggaraan imunisasi bahwa penyelenggaraan imunisasi menjadi tanggungjawab Tim pengelolaan imunisasi.Meskipun terdapat beberapa hal yang belum sesuai dengan ketentuan, secara umum penyelenggaraan imunisasi di Puskesmas Kaliwungu telah berjalan dengan baik. Hal ini dikarenakan terdapat beberapa faktor yang mendukung seperti tersedianya kebutuhan logistik dan faktor yang menghambat yakni penugasan yang belum sesuai dengan ketentuan.
SMARANDACHE Π1B CURVES OF BIHARMONIC NEW TYPE CONSTANT Π2 - SLOPE CURVES ACCORDING TO TYPE-2 BISHOP FRAME IN THE SOL SPACE
Authors: KORPINAR ZELIHA , KORPINAR TALAT
Published: November 2021

In this paper, we study Smarandache Π1B curves of biharmonic new type constant Π2 -slope curves according to type-2 Bishop frame in the Sol space. Type-2 Bishop equations of Smarandache Π1B curves are obtained in terms of base curve's type-2 Bishop invariants. Subsequently, we express some interesting relations.
DEVELOPMENT OF A MODEL FOR THE CRACK INITIATION AND GROWTH SIMULATION OF THE STRUCTURAL MATERIALS UNDER LIQUID METAL EMBRITTLEMENT CONDITIONS
Authors: STOICA LIVIA , RADU VASILE , NITU ALEXANDRU , PRISECARU ILIE
Published: November 2021

The paper develops a model based on the finite element analysis of the crack initiation and propagation in the generation IV structural materials due to the liquid metal embrittlement (LME) phenomenon. The stress-strain experimental curves obtained at 400 ºC by testing in the liquid lead and air were converted as the Ramberg - Osgood constitutive equations by proposing a new method to obtain the strain hardening coefficient. To estimate the accuracy of prediction are used the residual and standardised residual in the context of regression analysis. Further, a model based on the Gurson–Tvergaard-Needleman approach (GTN) was set up to evaluate the crack initiation and propagation under the LME conditions. An application of the developed micro-mechanical model that predicts the crack initiation and propagation in the Compact –Tension (CT) specimen due to LME is performed. The model is practical in the structural integrity activities framework of the structural materials that will be used in the ALFRED demonstrator, which will be build-up at RATEN ICN, Romania.
Abraham's Faith in Kierkegaard's Conception: An Analysis of the “Fear and Trembling” Book
Authors: Handaric Mihai
Published: November 2021

The author of the article "Abraham's faith in Kierkegaard's conception: an analysis of the books 'Fear and Trembling,'" analyzes the theme of faith from the perspective of the Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard. The philosopher was impressed by the adventure of the faith of Abraham who was challenged to sacrifice his son at the command of Yahweh (Gen. 22). The paper tries to find the explanations of philosophy, with reference to the acceptance of the divine challenge, by Abraham, who seems inhuman and irrational. We will analyze the expression used by Kierkagaard, who calls Abraham the "Knight of the Faith," in what sense, paradoxically, by faith did Abraham win Isaac? What is the significance of the knight of resignation, with reference to the one who refuses the act of faith, and wants to keep the temporality. We will see that from his point of view, the believer cannot accept advice, he will travel alone on this path. The logic of faith, the silence and the fear of faith are analyzed. The relationship between ethics and faith is also discussed. We will discuss the ethics that Kiergegaard refers to, as a set of moral rules shared by a human community - the moral consensus shared by a majority, which seems to be at odds with biblical faith. It also assesses the benefits of faith, in contrast to living by sight, and why Abraham became a guiding star.
Liderazgo empresarial en tiempos COVID-19: Caso de estudio Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito El Sagrario Ltda.
Authors: Velastegui Rommel , Freire Emilio , Mayorga María José , Tello Luis
Published: November 2021

El presente estudio de caso tiene como finalidad la aplicación del Test de Liderazgo Situacional de Hersey y Blanchard a 52 colaboradores de una institución financiera, el documento cuenta con 12 dimensiones de estudio para lograr definir el tipo de liderazgo empresarial y como este puede afectar en los procesos corporativos debido a los cambios externos abruptos tal es el caso del COVID – 19; el resultado de la aplicación del test arroja resultados en Q2 que falta dirección y apoyo; sin embargo en la institución se toma la teoría del liderazgo de Goleman proponiendo un liderazgo empresarial de Couch y Afiliativo con esta propuesta se ha obtenido mantener al 100% de los colaboradores en las actividades laborales reestructurando actividades, garantizando incremento de un 25% en la calidad de vida, afectando 3% los fatores de riesgo psicosocial a los que están expuestos y logrando que se incremente en 16 % el desempeño laboral convirtiendo a la empresa en una institución resiliente.
Desarrollo e implementación de un sistema de luces de emergencia de uso doméstico
Authors: Oviedo Byron , Zhuma Mera Emilio , Samaniego Eduardo                                                                                    esamaniego@uteq.edu.ec
Published: November 2021

Este proyecto está destinado al estudio de la seguridad de las personas ante situaciones de riesgo, específicamente en el diseño e implementación de un sistema de luces de emergencia para uso doméstico, primero se presenta la definición, importancia y el uso de cada uno de los componentes utilizados para el diseño e implementación del sistema, donde se muestran los diseños y construcción con sus respectivos materiales como microcontroladores, baquelitas, protoboards, sensores PIR, módulos ESP8266, NRF24L01 que se utilizaron para la construcción del mismo, finalmente se realizó el diseño y la simulación en el software PROTEUS, posteriormente se implementó un sistema de luces de emergencia para uso doméstico el cual consta de un temporizador, una unidad de control que se encarga de monitorear si es de noche y el flujo de energía eléctrica en el hogar, que envía la orden de encendido a los 2 unidades receptoras que se encargan de proveer iluminación, además el proyecto está diseñado para optimizar los recursos por lo que las unidades receptoras cuentan con sensores de proximidad que permiten detectar la presencia de personas y si se cumplen las 3 condiciones (que no haya energía eléctrica, que sea de noche y haya alguien cerca) las luces se encenderán permitiendo de esta forma mejorar la movilidad de las personas, también cuenta con un algoritmo que permite enviar mensajes mediante Twitter para notificar al usuario que el flujo de energía eléctrica en la noche se ha interrumpido.
Probabilidad de ser víctima de violencia doméstica para las mujeres que laboran en el Perú
Authors: Andía Vera Claudia Lucía Fátima , Villamonte Blas Ricardo N.               															 rvillamonteb@unmsm.edu.pe
Published: November 2021

En el Perú el género femenino participa cada vez  más en   el  ámbito laboral remunerado. Sin embargo   la violencia domestica contra  la  mujer se mantiene en una sociedad poco inclusiva . Es lenta   la  aplicación  de  derechos para  las  mujeres y aun  predomina  las oportunidades para varones.

La investigación tiene como objetivo, medir la probabilidad de ocurrencia de que una mujer peruana entre 18 y 59 años sea víctima de algún tipo de violencia doméstica cuando está empleada y  sea  beneficiaria  del programa  Quali Warma, utilizando  un modelo econométrico logit multinomial .Los resultados concluyen que para una mujer que  labora entre 18 y 59 años existe los  siguientes  niveles  de probabilidad : 32.21%  que sea víctima de violencia domestica por parte de su pareja, del 10.05% que sea víctima de violencia patrimonial, del  9.25% que sea víctima de violencia psicológica, 6.29% de ser víctima de violencia física y finalmente 6.61% de ser víctima de violencia sexual. Finalmente  en el caso  que  no laboren y sean beneficiarias del programa QaliWarma la  probabilidad   de ser  víctima de violencia domestica es  de   67.79 %.
Learning Effect on Inventory Model for Deteriorating and Ameliorating Items under Inflation and Partial Backlogging
Authors: Manda Biswaranjan
Published: November 2021

Abstract

Now-a-days, learning’s awareness is increasing in various disciplines because effect
of learning has a direct impact on profit or loss, and it is a promotional deemed
effective tool for inventory management. The basic concept of the inventory model
is that 100% of the articles in an ordered lot are of good quality but this concept is
not practically justifiable for the production process owing to product deterioration
and related factors and so deterioration of items cannot be ignored. Again due to
lack of considering the influence of demand, the ameliorating items for the amount
of inventory is increasing gradually and it is a natural phenomenon observing in
much life stock models. In addition, as the deep financial crisis continues to haunt
the global economy, the effects of inflation and time value of money cannot be
oblivious to an inventory system. Again another important factor is shortages which
no retailer would prefer, and in practice are partially backlogged and partially lost.
In order to convert the lost sales into sales, the retailer offers such customers an
incentive, by charging them the price prevailing at the time of placing an order,
instead of the current inflated price. Therefore, bearing in mind these facts, the
present paper develops an inventory model for a retailer dealing with deteriorating
and ameliorating items with stock dependent demand under the influence of
inflation and time-value of money over a fixed planning horizon where holding cost
follows the learning curve. Finally, a numerical example is provided to illustrate the
proposed model. Comparative study of the optimal solutions with respect to major
parameters under different special cases is carried out graphically and some
managerial inferences have been presented.

Subject classification: AMS Classification No. 90B05.
Keywords: Inventory, Learning effect, Deteriorating, Ameliorating, Inflation,
Time-value of money, Shortages and Partial backlogging.
BANKRUPTCY RISK INDICATORS AND FINANCIAL REPORTING TIMELINESS: THE CASE OF COMPANIES LISTED AT NAIROBI SECURITIES EXCHANGE, KENYA
Authors: Kogei Isabella , Jagongo Ambrose Jagongo
Published: November 2021

Purpose: The study sought to investigate effect of bankruptcy risk indicators on financial reporting timeliness of listed companies in Kenya.

Materials and Methods: The study adopted a desktop methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library

Results: The results revealed that the studies done had conceptual framework gap. The study also found out that the study had geographical gap because they were not conducted in Kenya and also had different methodological gap.

Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The findings of the study add to the databank of knowledge on the effect of bankruptcy risk on the timeliness of financial reporting of listed on NSE which propels further discussion on the subject. The findings will provide useful insights to corporate executives on bankruptcy risk attributes that have a bearing on financial reporting for their implementation. The findings of the study inform investors on bankruptcy risk indicators to look into that contribute to timeliness of financial reporting. This information is very useful to investors when choosing in which listed companies to invest their money. Finally, the findings of the study inform the regulator (CMA) the timeliness of financial reporting of companies listed on NSE in Kenya. This information forms a base on policy formulation in search of measures that can protect and improve timely financial reporting in corporate world to enhance market efficiencies.
Family-Related Determinants and Implications of Low Female Enrolment in Electrical Trade in Adamawa State
Authors: Asukwo Aniekan , James Grace , Asukwo Aniekan Elijah
Published: November 2021

Purpose: This study examined the perceived family-related determinants and implications of the low enrolment of female students in electrical installation and maintenance works in government science technical colleges of Adamawa State.
Approach/Methodology/Design: A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study consisted of 13 Electrical Installation and Maintenance Work Trade (EIMWT) teachers and 129 parents of National Technical Certificate Two (NTCII) EIMWT students (either father or mother) in three Government Science Technical Colleges of Adamawa State. The sample of the study comprised of the entire population, thus no sampling was done. A 20-item questionnaire was developed by the researcher and used for data collection. The questionnaire was validated by three lecturers from the Department of Electrical Technology Education, Modibbo Adama University, Yola, Adamawa State. A reliability coefficient of 0.87 was obtained for the instrument using Cronbach Alpha. Mean was used to answer the research questions while a t-test was used to test the hypotheses.
Findings: The findings of the study revealed low contribution from the female gender to family income in households and increased level of dependency of the female gender on the males in Adamawa State as major perceived family-related implications.
Practical Implications: The study presents practical implications for concerned authorities to work on dismantling the negative perceptions about female education. The results suggest working closely with several institutions to raise awareness and enlighten parents and family members on the prospects of EIMWT, especially to the female gender.
Originality/value: The study concludes that EIMWT is a way of investing in the education of females in view of breaking cycles of poverty and social vices that the females might be lured into.
SOBRE ELECCIONES EN TIEMPO DE PANDEMIA: A PROPÓSITO DE LA SUSPENSIÓN DE LAS ELECCIONES EN EUSKADI Y GALICIA Y DE LA ANULACIÓN DE LA SUSPENSIÓN DE LAS ELECCIONES EN CATALUÑA
Authors: López Basaguren Alberto
Published: November 2021

La emergencia sanitaria provocada por la pandemia de la COVID-19 en marzo de 2020, que supuso la declaración del estado de alarma, tuvo lugar en un momento en que estaban convocadas elecciones parlamentarias en las CCAA del País Vasco y de Galicia. Las circunstancias del momento llevaron a los presidentes de ambas CCAA, quienes habían convocado las elecciones como consecuencia de su decisión de disolver anticipadamente las respectivas Cámaras, a suspender las elecciones ante la imposibilidad de celebrarlas en aquellas condiciones. Una suspensión que carece de cobertura legal, pero que constituyó una medida de necesidad, lo que hace legítima aquella suspensión. En este trabajo se discute, sin embargo, el hecho de que se procediese a suspender las elecciones en lugar de derogar, en su integridad, el decreto de disolución anticipada de la Cámara y de convocatoria de elecciones. Se sostiene que se trata de dos elementos inescindibles, mutuamente dependientes, como se desprende de la regulación constitucional, de forma que, aun de forma más agudizada en un sistema parlamentario de gobierno, no es sostenible mantener un Gobierno en plenitud de funciones con un Parlamento con sus facultades limitadas, salvo en los estrictos términos del desarrollo del proceso electoral. El restablecimiento de la legislatura no es menos aceptable, en una situación de necesidad, que la suspensión de las elecciones; es más, es la consecuencia lógica de la suspensión del proceso electoral. El asunto de la anulación judicial de la Prorogation of Parliament en el Reino Unido es una muestra de la “naturalidad” de ese restablecimiento.
How the treatment of gastrointestinal tract disorders may be infl uenced by the kidneys
Authors: Merta Miroslav
Published: November 2021

Summary: The treatment of gastrointestinal tract (GIT) diseases may, under specific conditions, be significantly influenced by the kidneys or by kidney disorders. One of the potential scenarios of such interaction is the concurrent involvement of the kidneys and the GIT organs within one disorder, another option being the negative impact of impaired renal function on the prognosis of the GIT disease and, finally, the need for an adequate choice and dose adjustment of renally eliminated medication to avoid nephrotoxicity. Renal impairment may occur as an adverse effect of the treatment of the GIT condition and may limit further therapy. In this context we have recently focused on the following clinical situations: the development of acute kidney injury during treatment with proton pump inhibitors, renal complications of inflammatory bowel disease management and the development of acute phosphate nephropathy due to the use phosphate containing laxatives. An early identification of the mechanisms leading to renal injury can prevent the development of irreversible renal lesions and facilitate an efficient treatment of the GIT. Key words: treatment of gastrointestinal tract disorders – acute kidney injury – proton pump inhibitors – renal complications of inflammatory bowel disease – acute phosphate nephropathy
Role of ultralow dose of naloxone as an adjuvant to fentanyl–bupivacaine in thoracic paravertebral block analgesia after modified radical mastectomy: Randomized controlled trial
Authors: Omara, MD Amany F. , Ahmed, MD Sameh A. , Abusabaa, MD Motaz M. A.
Published: November 2021

Objective: We evaluated the effect of the addition of 100 ng of naloxone to fentanyl–bupivacaine mixture used in thoracic paravertebral block (PVB) on the duration and the quality of post-mastectomy analgesia.Design: A randomized double-blinded trial.Setting: Oncology surgery unit.Patients and participants: This study included 135 patients, aged 40-60 years of either sex presented for elective unilateral-modified radical mastectomy. Interventions: Patients were divided randomly into three groups: group I, received 0.3 mL/kg of 0.25 percent bupivacaine; group II, received 0.3 mL/kg of 0.25 percent bupivacaine, fentanyl 50 μg, and naloxone 100 ng; group III, received 0.3 mL/kg of 0.25 percent bupivacaine and fentanyl 50 μg.Main outcome measure(s): The visual analog scale was assessed immediately post-operative, every 2 hours till 12 hours, and then every 6 hours for 24 hours; the time of first and total amount of rescue analgesia and side effects during the first 24 hours were recorded.Results: Group II showed a significant prolonged analgesia with a delayed first request of rescue analgesia and lower amount of morphine (592.1 ± 14.9 minutes and 7.28 ± 7.81 mg, respectively) than groups I (127.7 ± 35.1 minutes and 19.84 ± 2.56 mg, respectively) and III (232.2 ± 9.27 minutes and 13.52 ± 1.74 mg, respectively) as p < 0.001.Conclusion: Using naloxone as additives in PVB has been promising and effective in controlling post-mastectomy pain.
Acrobatics
Authors: D’Aloia Adriano
Published: November 2021

The chapter ‘Acrobatics. On the wires of empathy’ takes as a starting point
Edith Stein’s critique of psychologist Theodor Lipps’ notion of empathy (Einfühlung)
and her original proposal for a phenomenology of intersubjectivity.
Since this debate revolves around the example of an observer watching
an acrobat walking on a wire in mid air, the chapter offers an analysis of
acrobatic actions in contemporary cinema (such as in Zemeckis’ The Walk)
and reflects on both disembodied and embodied accounts of empathy in
film studies. Recovering the filmological meaning of this term (introduced
into film studies by psychologist Albert Michotte) and developing a model of
cinematic empathy along the lines of Stein’s theory, the chapter illuminates
the importance of the unbalancing/rebalancing dynamic in creating the
spectator’s proprioceptive experience of disequilibrium.
Overturning
Authors: D’Aloia Adriano
Published: November 2021

The chapter ‘Overturning. Upside-down dissimulations’ deals with the
motif of the overturned representations of the human face and body in
contemporary films and its effect on the spectator’s vestibular system.
The argument builds off of Maurice Merleau-Ponty’s reflections on the
phenomenology of the perception of space and Rudolf Arnheim’s discussion
of the artistic potential a film can derive from the relativity of point
of view and movement. The analysis (in particular of Christopher Nolan’s
The Dark Knight) leads to the identification of a dynamic that moves from
the disorientation produced by the representation of overturned faces to
an ‘un-overturning’.
The place of English in the Russian higher education landscape
Authors: Belyaeva Elena , Kuznetsova Lyudmila , Nikiforova Olga , Suchkova Svetlana
Published: November 2021

The dissemination of English and the role it plays in Russian higher education are connected with its internationalization – a process that has been
gaining momentum over recent decades spurred by a number of top-down
and bottom-up initiatives. The role of English in university teaching
and research is illustrated by the analysis of open access data on two
leading Russian universities and the findings of a survey of teaching staff’s
perceptions of English in academia. The views of some other stakeholders
have been collected from the existing publications on the topic. The term
Englishization is inappropriate to describe the Russian context because
the use of English in Russian academia is not as far-reaching as the term
implies.
A study of the efficacy of homoeopathic treatment in controlling lactic acid accumulation and exercise fatigue
Authors:   , La Grange Colin David
Published: November 2021

The action of homoeopathic medicine on physiological processes is poorly understood. It is hypothesized that homoeopathic potencies of Sarcolactic acid could have an effect in increasing the metabolism of lactate in the body, lowering its concentration change due to exercise, and thus reduce exercise fatigue. There is a need to investigate whether a homoeopathic remedy made from a physiological chemical can influence the action of this chemical in the body. Much has been done on the influence of homoeopathy on toxins, and their detrimental effects, but little is known of its effects 0(1 metabolic by-products and the influence of hqmoeopathy on their regulation
The efficacy of strain counterstrain mobilization in patients with painful hallux abducto valgus bunions
Authors:   , Broodryk Marie
Published: November 2021

The purpose of this prospective, randomised, placebo controlled study was to determine the efficacy of strain counterstrain mobilization in patients suffering with painful Hallux Abducto Valgus Bunions (HAVB). The mobilization group received strain counterstrain mobilization while the placebo group received placebo laser. The study involved sixty patients; thirty in each group, which were selected from the general population. Each patient was treated five times within a three week period.
The case for case studies: A new approach to evaluating the effectiveness of livestock protection tools
Authors: Macon Dan , Whitesell Carolyn
Published: November 2021

Livestock operations in California face livestock losses due to a range of carnivore species. Simultaneously, there is an increased call to reduce the use of lethal predator control methods and replace them with nonlethal methods. Livestock guardian dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) are one such nonlethal livestock protection tool (LPT), yet research is still lacking on the factors and situations that impact their effectiveness. Using three case studies, we demonstrate the value of objective analyses that explicitly address the inherent differences in ranch management, environment, and surrounding land uses in examining livestock guardian dogs as an LPT. We used semi-structured questionnaire surveys of livestock operators to collect information on effectiveness, behavior, and producer satisfaction of LGDs protecting poultry (Gallus gallus domesticus), calves (Bovus taurus), and sheep (Ovis aries) on private and public land and in conjunction with a variety of other livestock protection tools. We aimed to address all aspects related to the use of LGDs as a means of informing livestock operators’ decisions on whether LGDs are an appropriate tool for a particular operation. The case studies demonstrated the complexities involved in applying LGDs as a LPT within the context of a livestock operation. In two of the three case studies, LGDs did not entirely eliminate livestock losses yet operator satisfaction remained high.
Impelementasi Permendes PDTT No 4 Tahun 2015 di Desa Naru Kecamatan Sape Kabupaten Bima
Authors: Igul  , Yaqub Cikusin  , Hayat
Published: November 2021

Tujuan peneltian ini membahas tentang implementasi Peraturan Menteri Desa  nomor 4 tahun 2015 tentang Pendirian, Pengurusan, dan Pengelolaan dan Pembubaran BUMDes. Dalam penelian ini, peneliti menggunakan metode deskriptif dengan pendekatan kualitatif, yakni mengambarkan beberapa kajian kebijakan publik tentang BUMDes Desa Naru. Pemerintah desa mengeluarkan peraturan yang membahas tentang pendirian, pengurusan, pengelolaan dan pembubaran BUMDes, yang tertuang dalam Permendes PDTT RI Nomor 4 Tahun 2015 tentang pendirian, pengurusan, dan pengelolaan, dan pembubaran BUMDes. Dalam sejumlah desa di Indonesia masih banyak yang gagal menerapkan Permendes PDTT, salah satunya Desa Naru. Dalam sejumlah programnya, BUMDes di Desa Naru belum memberikan kontribusi yang besar terhadap perekonomian masyarakat Desa Naru dilihat dari keterlibatan dan dampaknya terhadap masyarakat. Minimnya sosialisasi atau proses pengenalan BUMDes kepada masyarakat luas menjadi penyebab utama dalam kemajuannya serta struktur organisasi yang belum tertata dengan baik. sehingga hasil yang diharapkan tidak sesuai dengan keinginan organisasi (BUMDes)