bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Kedisiplinan, Kompetensi Dan Motivasi Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Pada Tiga Kantor Kecamatan Di Kabupaten Maros
Authors: Hermin Andi Magga  , Mahmud Mahmud
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the Effect of Discipline, Competence and Motivation on Employee Performance in Three District Offices in Maros Regency. The population in this study were employees at three district offices in Maros who were random, where the sample was 51 employees. The analysis method used is multiple linear regression.The results showed that simultaneously all independent variables consisting of discipline, competence, and motivation have a positive and significant effect on employee performance in three sub-district offices in Pangkep Regency. Partially the independent variables of discipline and motivation have a positive and significant effect, while the independent variable of competence has no positive and significant effect.
Pengaruh Diferensiasi Produk Terhadap Kepuasan Konsumen
Authors: Bintang Balele  , Muhtazib Muhtazib
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of product differentiation on consumer satisfaction at the Alfamart Mini Market, Rappocini Branch, Makassar City. The research method used is quantitative research methods. 1. Results of simple linear regression analysis in the form of the equation Y = 14.612 + 0.672 sales services will increase. The correlation coefficient r = 0.747 or r = 74.7% shows a positive relationship between variable X (Product Differentiation) and Variable Y (Consumer Satisfaction). The results of hypothesis testing with a significance level of 5% (0.05), obtained tcount = 30.55 > ttable = 2.048. This illustrates that the hypothesis put forward regarding product differentiation has an effect on consumer satisfaction at the Alfamart Mini Market, Rappocini Makassar Branch, is accepted.
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan Terhadap Kepuasan Konsumen Pada J&T Express Drop Point Modang Tanah Grogot
Authors: Agus Budi Sadhono  , Ibnu Khayath Farisanu  , Boy Mansyah
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the variable Quality of Service which consists of Reliability (X1), Responsiveness (X2), Assurance (X3), Empathy (X4), Physical Evidence (X5) to influence simultaneously or partially on Consumer Satisfaction at J&T Express Drop Point Modang Tanah Grogot. The hypothesis in this study is that it is suspected that the service quality variables consisting of Reliability (X1), Responsiveness (X2), Assurance (X3), Empathy (X4), Physical Evidence (X5) have an effect on Consumer satisfaction (Y) at J&T Express Drop Point Modang Tanah Grogot. The results of the validity test of 26 questions, all have a value of rcount>rtable, which means that all questions are declared valid. Based on the results of the reliability test, the value of Cronbach's Alpha was obtained > 0.80 (0.949 > 0.80). So all questions are declared reliable. Based on the results of the analysis of the regression equation, Y = 33.126 + 0.239(X1) + 0.128(X2) + 0.185(X3) + 0.166(X4) + 0.207(X5) The correlation coefficient (R) is 0.899, which means that the correlation is very strong between service quality consisting of Reliability (X1), Responsiveness (X2), Assurance (X3), Empathy (X4), Physical Evidence (X5) with Consumer satisfaction (Y). While the value of the Coefficient of Determination (Adjusted R2) is 0.798, which means service quality (X) can explain consumer satisfaction (Y) at the J&T Express Drop Point Modang Tanah Grogot of 79.8% while the rest is explained by other factors not examined at (100 – 79 .8) % = 20.2%. The results of the simultaneous F test show that the quality of service influences simultaneously (together) on consumer satisfaction with Fcount > Ftable or states that Fcount is 79.174 > Ftable is 2.31 and the significance is 0.000 <0.05 so Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted. Partially the reliability variable (x1) has a partial effect on customer satisfaction (Y) with a count of 2.900 > ttable 1.98552, Responsiveness (X2) has no partial effect on customer satisfaction (Y) with tcount 1.617 < ttable 1.98552, warranty variable ( X3) has a partial effect on consumer satisfaction (Y) with tcount 2.202 > ttable 1.98552, Empathy (X4) has no partial effect on consumer satisfaction (Y) with tcount 1.904 < ttable 1.98552, ) physical evidence variable (x5) has a partial effect on consumer satisfaction (Y) with a calculation of 3.845 > ttable of 1.98552. So from these results it is known that the dominant variable is physical evidence (X5) because it has the largest tcount value of 3.845, then Ho is accepted and Ha is rejected.
Examining the Impact of Financial Distress, Tax Justice, Sustainable and Ethical Leadership on Tax Compliance
Authors: Sri Utami Nurhasanah  , Sarah Fitriyani
Published: September 2024

This research aims to investigate the interplay between financial distress, tax justice, sustainable and ethical leadership, and their impact on tax compliance. The study employs a theoretical framework integrating principles of financial management, justice theory, and leadership ethics. A purposive sampling technique will be utilized to select participants from diverse organizational backgrounds, including corporations and non-profit entities. Data will be collected through in-depth interviews and thematic analysis will be employed to analyze the qualitative data. Preliminary findings suggest that financial distress exacerbates tax compliance challenges, while ethical leadership and a fair tax system positively influence compliance behavior. The study contributes to understanding the complex dynamics shaping tax compliance and provides insights for policymakers and organizational leaders to enhance compliance practices.
Pengaruh Kualitas Produk, Kualitas Layanan, Dan Harga Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Pada Toko Bantal Moker
Authors: Ely Rahmwati  , Imam Badlowi  , Toto Heru Dwihandako
Published: September 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of product quality, service quality, and price on purchasing decisions at the Pillow Moker store through distributing online questionnaires to customers. The population in this study are customers who buy at the Moker Pillow shop with a sample of 98 respondents. The results of the respondent's questionnaire were analyzed by multiple linear regression through the SPSS 24 application. The results showed that the variable product quality, service quality, and price partially had a positive and significant effect on the purchase decision variable. While the variables of product quality, service quality, and price have a simultaneous effect on purchasing decisions. The results of the study show that product quality (X1) partially influences the decision to purchase pillow products at the Moker Pillow Shop with a t count of 6.953 > t table 1.660 with a significance level of 000. Service quality (X2) partially influences product purchase decisions Pillows at the Moker Pillow Shop with a t-count value of 7,993 > t-table 1,660 with a significance level of 000. Price (X3) partially influences the decision to buy Pillow products at the Moker Pillow Shop with a t-count value of 6,984 > t-table 1,660 with a significance level 000.
Pengaruh Penerapan Sistem Keuangan Desa (SISKEUDES) Terhadap Pengelolaan Keuangan Desa di Kecamatan Nita
Authors: Yuvensius Venerandus Nurak  , Wilhelmina Mitan  , Emilianus Eo Kutu Go’o
Published: September 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of utilizing the village financial system on village financial management in Nita District. The method used in this study is a quantitative method with primary data sources in the form of questionnaires distributed to village officials using the Siskeudes application with a total of 32 respondents. The analytical method in this research is data quality test, classic assumption test, simple regression analysis, hypothesis testing and coefficient of determination. The results obtained in this study show that the village financial system (SISKEUDES) has no effect on village financial management in villages in Nita District. This shows that village financial management in villages in Nita District, Sikka Regency is largely not affected by the presence or absence of the Siskeudes application.
Pengaruh Good Corporate Governance, Transfer Pricing, Earnings Management Terhadap Tax Avoidance Dengan Profitability Sebagai Variabel Moderasi
Authors: Yogi Permani  , Hari Setiono  , Nurdiana Fitri Isnaini
Published: September 2024

This study aims to test the board of directors, board of commissioners, audit committee, transfer pricing, earnings management have an effect on tax avoidance, as well as to test the board of directors, board of commissioners, audit committee, transfer pricing, earnings management have an effect on tax avoidance with profitability as moderation. The population in this study are manufacturing sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the 2019-2022 period. The sampling technique used purposive sampling method and obtained a sample of 26 companies with a total sample of 104 financial statements. Data analysis used descriptive statistics and inferential statistics using SmartPLS 3.2.9 as a testing tool. The results of the study show that transfer pricing has a negative effect on tax avoidance. Board of directors, board of commissioners, audit committee, earnings management have no effect on tax avoidance. Profitability is not able to moderate the influence of the board of directors, board of commissioners, audit committee, transfer pricing and earnings management.
Pengaruh Media Sosial, Brand Awareness, Dan Brand Image Terhadap Loyalitas Konsumen Grab
Authors: Rifqi Arya Sandhi  , Nora Andira Brabo
Published: September 2024

In the current era of globalization, the development of internet-based social media is increasingrapidly, this is followed by the increasing number of social media users around the world. The development of information and communication technology increases easier and faster interactionbetween customers and advertisers. Information is more quickly obtained through digital media. Technological developments take part in the dissemination of information, especially in advertising through social media. One of the activities that can be facilitated by technological advances is transportation. One of the most popular online transportation companies in Indonesia is Grab. This study will discuss the Influence of Social Media, Brand Awareness and Brand Image on Grab Consumer Loyalty. The subjects in this study were consumers who had used the Grab application. The research method used is quantitative. Data collection was done by using a questionnaire. The research population was 100 respondents. The data analysis used is statistical analysis in the form of SPSS 22 multiple linear regression.
Pengaruh Tambahan Penghasilan Pegawai (TPP) Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Dinas Kependudukan Dan Pencatatan Sipil Pemerintah Provinsi Sulawesi Selatan
Authors: Irma Sumiaty  , Andi Hendra Syam  , Amiruddin Amiruddin
Published: September 2024

This research aims to identify the influence of providing additional employee income on the performance of employees of the Population and Civil Registration Service of the South Sulawesi Provincial Government. The sample in this study were all employees who worked at the Population and Civil Registration Service of the South Sulawesi Provincial Government. The data in this research was collected using a survey research method, namely by distributing questionnaires directly to employees who work at the Population and Civil Registration Service of the South Sulawesi Provincial Government. The research results will be analyzed using multiple regression analysis. The results of this research show that additional employee income has an effect on the performance of employees at the Population and Civil Registration Service of the South Sulawesi Provincial Government.
Pengaruh Pemahaman Literasi Keuangan, Manfaat, Dan Kualitas Layanan Bagi Mahasiswa Akuntansi Terhadap Minat Menggunakan Paylater
Authors: Rachmah Dian , Muhammad Aufa
Published: September 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh literasi keuangan, manfaat, dan kualitas layanan mahasiswa akuntansi terhadap minat untuk menggunakan paylater. Teori yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah teori Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). Jenis penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif dengan cara pengambilan sampel menggunakan metode purposive sampling yang populasinya merupakan mahasiswa akuntansi di Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik. Cara pengambilan sampel yaitu menggunakan kuesioner berbentuk google form. Fenomena yang terjadi saat ini adalah banyak mahasiswa akutansi yang senang berbelanja online menggunakan sistem pembayaran Paylater yang notabene mereka paham dengan sistem utang dalam keuangan dan telah dibuktikan pada 110 responden. Yang kemudian jawaban dari responden akan diolah dan berhasil mendapatkan hasil akhir bahwa literasi keuangan, manfaat, dan kualitas layanan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap minat mahasiswa akuntansi menggunakan paylater.
Perilaku Berbisnis dan Implementasi Manajemen dalam Novel Harga Teman Design, Resign, Redesign Karya Debora Danisa
Authors: Avieka Hamada Kusumayudi  , Dessyana Suryawandari  , Eva Dwi Kurniawan
Published: September 2024

Business is an activity that includes economics carried out individually or in groups with the aim of making a profit. In a business that is created, the entrepreneur will definitely try to create ideas that are new and unique in each business. The aim of this research is to describe business behavior and management implementation in the novel Harga Teman by Debora Danisa. This type of research uses a qualitative approach. The data collection technique used is listening and data text collection. The listening method is a way to obtain data by listening to the story facts and economic problems that occur in the novel. The materials used to collect data come from novels that have been read. The results of the research explain that the content of the story that occurred is truly relevant in the real world, where building a business requires the implementation of the basics of management and an unyielding behavior. Uncertain economic conditions subtly require entrepreneurs to be able to survive under any conditions. In business, it turns out that these factors are very necessary for smooth business continuity.
Pengaruh Pendidikan Kewirausahaan Terhadap Kreativitas Dan Inovasi Dalam Berwirausaha
Authors: Aisyah Putri Rambe  , Sarah Nabila  , Putri Aulia  , Mansur Keling
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of education on creativity and innovation in entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurship education can arouse the spirit of entrepreneurship. An entrepreneur requires tenacity and skills in running a business. Mastering, understanding and applying one's abilities in running an entrepreneur cannot be separated from the ability to understand entrepreneurial knowledge. Entrepreneurship education is a process of motivating students to recognize the environment and open their own business (entrepreneurship), create different values by devoting the necessary time and effort, also bear financial risks, bear the accompanying psychological and social impacts, and receive monetary rewards. . Entrepreneurship education has a big influence on entrepreneurial motivation, being motivated to become an entrepreneur, being able to create your own business activities, building attitudes, mentality and character.
Pengaruh Cafe Atmosphere, Customer Experience, Dan Harga Terhadap Minat Beli Ulang Pada Cafe Wai Teman Minum Kamu Kabupaten Toraja Utara
Authors: Yodi Salo Tangkuan  , Althon K. Pongtuluran  , Chrismesi Pagiu
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study is to find out whether there is an influence of cafe atmosphere, customer experience and price on repurchasing intentions at Cafe Wai Your Drinking Friends. Data collection methods are: Questionnaire and Documentation. Data were analyzed quantitatively with Multiple Liner Regression. The results of calculations with the F test analysis obtained an F count of 53.851 with an F table of 3.094. Based on the results of calculations with the T test on the cafe atmosphere variable, the result is T count (9.688) > T table (1.98498). and on the customer experience variable T count (-2.906) < T table (1.98498), then on the price variable T count (0.831) < T table (1.98498 The conclusion is that the cafe atmosphere variable has an effect on repurchasing interest at cafe Wai Your Drinking Friends and the customer experience variable and price have no effect on repurchasing interest at cafe Wai your drinking buddy, North Toraja Regency.
Pengaruh Keterlibatan Kerja, Motivasi Kerja, Budaya Organisasi dan Disiplin Kerja Terhadap Kepuasan Kerja
Authors: Fajrin Mubarokh
Published: September 2024

This study aims to analyze the effect of  work engagement, work motivation,  organizational culture and work discipline on employee job satisfaction. The type of research used is quantitative methods with descriptive analysis. The data collection technique was carried out online with a questionnaire using a Likert scale of one to five and obtained by a simple random sampling method on 126 respondents with criteria over the age of 18 years and had worked or were working. The data analysis techniques used in this study are: Outer Model with Convergent Reliability, Composite Reliability, Cronbach's Alpha and Inner Model calculations with T statistic, R-Square, f-Square, and VIF calculations using SmartPLS (Partial Least Square) tools version 4.0.9.3. The results showed that: 1) Work involvement has a significant influence on employee job satisfaction. 2) Work motivation has a significant influence on employee job satisfaction. 3) Organizational culture  has a significant influence on employee job satisfaction. 4) Work discipline has a significant influence on employee job satisfaction.
Pengaruh Gaya Kepemimpinan dan Komitmen Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan dengan Kepuasan Kerja Sebagai Variabel Intervening pada Citra Mart
Authors: Hayatul Hafifa  , Chintya Ones Charli  , Minda Aulyani Ananda  , Syifa Syai Ramadhani
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study was to analyze the influence of leadership style and commitment on employee performance with job satisfaction as an intervening variable in the image of Mart with a sample of 1oo respondents. This type of research is explanatory research. The method used is data collection using questionnaires. PLS smart analysis method.
Literature Review : Audit Internal 5.0: Mengarungi Era Digital Dengan Tranformasi Berbasis Kecerdasan Buatan dan Internet Of Things
Authors: Ahmad Arwani  , Popi Farahdila Sandi  , Dien Noviany Rahmatika
Published: September 2024

This research aims to identify the role of internal auditors, accountability, transparency, and how technology can be used to improve the effectiveness, benefits and risks of internal audits. The extent to which technology changes, artificial intelligence, and the tools offered by these technologies will impact the future of internal audit. This research method uses qualitative data collection methods, using literature observations carried out by researchers and practitioners. This research was carried out using the LR (Literature Review) method, which was carried out in several stages: First, the author researched journals using keywords such as 'Digital Technology', 'Artificial Intelligence', 'Internet of Things'. “Internal Control” and “Internal Audit” The author has conducted research using electronic databases such as Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, Scopus, Publish Or Perish, Scispace and many other websites. This research is an important tool that provides information about technological changes and technical intelligence that are critical to the future of the audit profession and offers various suggestions for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of audit professionals' work. Therefore, this study suggests future research to investigate changes and increase knowledge.
Pengaruh Disiplin Kerja dan Kompensasi terhadap Kinerja Karyawan pada CV. Chandra Sukses Mandiri di Kota Tangerang Selatan
Authors: Titis Nurdinawati  , Hafis Laksmana Nur Aldy  , Bachtiar Arifudin Husain  , Didi Sunardi
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of Work Discipline on Employee Performance, to determine the influence of Compensation on Employee Performance and to determine Work Discipline and Compensation on Employee Performance at CV. Chandra Succeeds Independently in South Tangerang City. Research methodology with quantitative methods. The sample used in this research was 62 respondents. The analytical methods used are simple linear regression test, multiple linear regression test, coefficient of determination, correlation coefficient, partial test (t test), and simultaneous test (f test). The research results show that: 1) Work Discipline partially has a significant effect on Employee Performance at CV. Chandra Sukses Mandiri is proven by simple linear regression Y = 30.736 + 0.44X1, the coefficient of determination is 20,5% and the tvalue is 3,929 > ttable 2,001 with a significance of 0,000 < 0,05 . 2) Compensation partially has a significant effect on employee performance at CV. Chandra Sukses Mandiri is proven by simple linear regression Y = 39.140 + 0.401X2, the coefficient of determination is 17% and the tvalue is 3,537 > ttable 2,001 with a significant of 0,001 < 0,05. 3) Simultaneously there is a positive and significant influence between Work Discipline and Commensation on Employee Performance at CV. Chandra Sukses Mandiri, this can be proven by multiple linear regression Y=28.126+0.312X1+0.220X2, the coefficient of determination is 23.8%. And the fvalue is 9.236 > ftable 3.15 with a significance of 0.000 < 0.05.
The Doctrine of the Legal Subject in Russian Jurisprudence: From the Ideas of A. V. Mickiewicz to Modern Innovations
Authors: Khen Larisa
Published: September 2024

The article reveals the conceptual foundations of the formation of the modern theory of the legal subject on the basis of the achievements that were made in this area during the Soviet period. The main attention is paid to the analysis of A. V. Mickiewicz's teaching about the legal subject. It is emphasized that the scientist inextricably linked the understanding of the subject of law with the concept of legal personality and its structure. He considered social relations to be the leading determinant of the legal subject, bringing to the fore in the theory of the legal subject not the personal, but the social aspect. The ideas of A. V. Mickiewicz are compared with the corresponding ideas of S. N. Bratus, as well as other researchers. It is emphasized that in modern conditions, the development of the doctrine of legal subject is influenced by the principles of post-non-classical scientific rationality with its inherent anthropocentrism. It is also noted that the theory of the legal subject is actualized by modern technological development, primarily digital and bio-technologies. It is concluded that the teaching of A. V. Mickiewicz about the legal subject retains its relevance at the present stage of the development of legal science.
A Review on Acupuncture Treatment for Post-Stroke Aphasia
Authors: Yii Pin Yong , Hui Cin Tan
Published: September 2024

Post stroke aphasia is a communication disorder that occurs after stroke which affects their daily life. With the aging of the population, an increasing number of stroke sequelae patients have brought a heavy burden to their families and society. For the treatment of post stroke aphasia, western medicine mostly uses a combination of western medicine treatment with speech rehabilitation training which are not particularly satisfying. Meanwhile acupuncture plays an important role in treating this disease due to its own unique effectiveness. The objective of this study is to review the effectiveness of the different types of acupuncture methods on treating post stroke aphasia. All the data are collected from online databases based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The data collection is tabulated using the Microsoft Excel and results are discussed. There are 40 selected journals that are eligible for inclusion criteria. Based on the results, the highest clinical efficacy in tongue acupuncture is needling the tongue tip without retending the needle method whereas in scalp acupuncture, the highest clinical efficacy is language I, II, III area method, while in body acupuncture, the highest clinical efficacy is Bai Hui, Feng Chi, Jin Jin, Yu Ye, Lian Quan, He Gu, Ren Zhong, Nei Guan, Ji Quan and San Yin Jiao method. Overall, the combined acupuncture method has the highest frequency and effectiveness rate among the four different types of acupuncture methods in treating post stroke aphasia. In conclusion by reviewing all the recent experimental articles, acupuncture showed higher effectiveness in treating post stroke aphasia compared to conventional therapy.
“Como se a geologia acabasse à beira-mar”: escalas temporais e espaciais das ilhas brasileiras
Authors: Lopes Maria Margaret
Published: September 2024

Locais de passagens, de disputas diplomáticas, de encontros e desen- contros, mitos e tragédias, as ilhas do Atlântico Sul, hoje em possessão brasileira, têm sido – como em diversos outros locais do mundo – nós es- tratégicos e inusitados de circulação de gentes, animais, plantas, fragmentos de rochas, publicações e de redes de pesquisas muito além de escalas locais ou regionais. A paisagem, a ocupação, os fragmentos de rochas como das ilhas da Trindade, Fernando de Noronha, dos Rochedos de São Pedro e São Paulo desfiaram ao longo dos séculos as teorias geológicas daqueles que se aventuraram por elas. Esse artigo insere essas ilhas nas discus- sões sobre a formação geológica das ilhas oceânicas e do próprio oceano. Abrange períodos anteriores às observações à distância em um único dia por Darwin em Fernando de Noronha até a metade do século XX em que pequenos pedaços de rochas da pequena ilha da Trindade a transformaram em uma extensa cadeia de montanhas submarinas e estabeleceram o caráter não vulcânico das rochas de São Pedro e São Paulo. Conclui indicando a importância das escalas temporais e espaciais em Geologia, para tratar da produção do conhecimento científico em suas interconexões em diferentes contextos geopolíticos, sociais e culturais.
Ectoparasitic infestations among patients attending the dermatology OPD: A hospital-based study
Authors: Adhikari Harihar , Gautam Uttara , Rajput Prabhat Singh , Basnyat Subi , Marasini Pawan , Sharma Sandip Kumar , Maharjan Sobi Lal
Published: September 2024

Background: Ectoparasites are organisms that live in the skin for varying lengths of time and can cause disease. These infestations are highly prevalent in poor and underdeveloped areas. There is a paucity of studies regarding their prevalence in rural areas like the upper Karnali region of Nepal. We conducted a hospital-based study to know the burden of these infestations in the area.
Methods: A hospital-based descriptive study was done from March 2023 to February 2024. Data were collected from medical records of the dermatology outpatient department (OPD) and all the clinically diagnosed cases of ectoparasitic infestation were studied. Data were presented as frequency and percentage; seasonal pattern of the diseases was also reported.
Results: A total of 6,698 patients attended dermatology OPD during the study period, among whom 1340 had ectoparasitic infestations, resulting in a proportion of 20.01% in this group. Two infestations were found, namely, scabies and pediculosis capitis, with a proportion of 18.36% and 1.65%, respectively. Females represented almost half of the patients with ectoparasitic infestations (49.63%), but about 98% with pediculosis. Ectoparasitic infestation was most common in children aged 0–9 years, i.e., 31.31% and pediculosis was most common in children of 10–19 years (31.81%). Ectoparasitic infestations (41.94%), both scabies (41.7%) and pediculosis (44.55%) were most common during the monsoon season.
Conclusion: The ectoparasitic infestations were common the patients presenting to the hospital. Scabies was the most common ectoparasitic infestation and a major public health problem.
Prevalence and Clinico-diagnostic Correlation of Hepatosplenomegaly in Children Admitted at a Tertiary Center in Kathmandu
Authors: Gautam Uttara , Shakya Kashyap Narsingh , Adhikari Harihar , Thani Kamal Prasad , Sharma Sandip Kumar
Published: September 2024

Background:
Hepatosplenomegaly is the simultaneous enlargement of liver and spleen.  Its causes are enteric fever, hepatitis, scrub typhus, acute liver failure and leukemia and so on. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of organomegaly in the form of hepatosplenomegaly, hepatomegaly and isolated splenomegaly in admitted children along with various clinical features and diagnoses associated with them.
Methods:
A hospital based prospective descriptive cross-sectional study was done from 1st January 2020 to 30th June 2021. Children of one month to fourteen years with hepatomegaly, splenomegaly or hepatosplenomegaly were enrolled in the study.
Results:
A total of 72 children were enrolled in the study. Among them 65.2% had hepatomegaly, 30.55% had hepatosplenomegaly and 4.16% had splenomegaly. The prevalences of hepatomegaly, hepatosplenomegaly and splenomegaly were 6.46%, 3.02% and 0.41% respectively. Both hepatomegaly and hepatosplenomegaly were common between children of one month to five years with a prevalence of 3.71% and 1.37% respectively. Fever was the most common presenting symptom in both hepatomegaly and hepatosplenomegaly. Infection was the most common cause of organomegaly. Enteric fever was the most common cause of hepatomegaly, whereas scrub typhus was the most common cause of hepatosplenomegaly. Cases of isolated splenomegaly were rare.
Conclusion:
Hepatosplenomegaly, hepatomegaly are frequently encountered in children. These are mostly due to systemic illnesses owing to infection. Splenomegaly usually occurs simultaneously with hepatomegaly however isolated splenomegaly can occur in few cases. Proper history, physical examinations and investigations are of paramount importance for timely management of the patients.
Design and Internal Validation of an Educational-Therapeutic Model for Addressing Co-Dependency Based on Perceived Lived Experiences of Adolescents
Authors: Dehghan Harati Mahdi , Barzegar Bafrooei Kazem , Dehghan Manshadi Marieh
Published: September 2024

Purpose: Adolescence is the third developmental stage, beginning after the completion of childhood. This stage, influenced by developmental changes, exposes individuals to a higher risk of developmental dysfunctions and psychosocial harm compared to other life stages. The present study aimed to design and internally validate an educational-therapeutic model for addressing co-dependency based on the perceived lived experiences of co-dependent adolescents in the Khattam region. Methods and Materials: A sequential exploratory mixed-methods approach was employed. The qualitative part utilized inductive content analysis, while the quantitative part gathered opinions from professors and experts through a survey. In the qualitative section, the statistical sample for semi-structured interviews included 15 co-dependent adolescents from the Khattam region. In the quantitative section, 12 professors and specialists were selected as the sample. Based on the content analysis, 5 main themes and 12 sub-themes were extracted. Findings: The qualitative findings indicated that the themes and sub-themes were divided into two dimensions, individual and social. The individual dimension included reactivity with sub-components (denial, obsession, and anger), the need for control with sub-components (suppression of emotions and difficulty in establishing relationships), and alienation. The social dimension included interpersonal dependency with sub-components (controlling, distrust, abnormal relationships, weak boundaries), and external focus with sub-components (caring for others and being influenced by external factors). Conclusion: It can be concluded that educational system stakeholders should consider the proposed model of this research for designing and implementing effective education aimed at enhancing the self-efficacy of adolescents.
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Combined with Self-Compassion and Cognitive-Motor Activities Versus Cognitive-Motor Intervention Alone on Death Anxiety and Aging Perception in the Elderly
Authors: Kashmari Anahita , Shahabizadeh Fatemeh , Ahi Ghasem , Mahmoudi Rad Alireza
Published: September 2024

Background and Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy combined with self-compassion along with cognitive-motor activities versus cognitive-motor intervention alone on death anxiety and aging perception in the elderly. Methods and Materials: The research method was quasi-experimental and of the pre-test, post-test type with a control group and a follow-up period. To this end, a sample consisting of 42 individuals (21 women and 21 men) over the age of 60 residing in Mashhad in 2021, who met the inclusion criteria, was selected. They were randomly assigned to three groups: the first experimental group (with cognitive-behavioral therapy combined with self-compassion along with cognitive-motor activities), the second experimental group (with cognitive-motor activities alone), and the control group (with no intervention). They underwent 18 sessions of 90 minutes over 9 weeks. Data obtained from the Templer Death Anxiety Questionnaire (1970) and the Slotman Aging Perception Questionnaire (2017) were analyzed using SPSS software and multivariate covariance analysis with repeated measures. Findings: The results showed that for both variables, death anxiety and aging perception, there was a significant difference between the two experimental groups and the control group in both post-test and follow-up periods. However, the difference between the two experimental groups was not significant. Conclusion: It appears that cognitive-behavioral therapy combined with self-compassion along with cognitive-motor activities, as well as cognitive-motor intervention alone, can be used to reduce death anxiety and improve the perception of aging in the elderly. These interventions can contribute to enhancing the quality of life and developing appropriate educational programs for them.
Pengembangan Perangkat Pembelajaran Model Problem Based Learning (PBL) Berbantuan Software Geogebra untuk Meningkatkan Pemahaman Konsep Siswa Kelas X-1 MAN I Inovasi Subulussalam
Authors: Aufa Nurul
Published: September 2024

Matematika penting diajarkan pada semua jenjang pendidikan, mulai dari sekolah dasar sampai perguruan tinggi. Pembelajaran matematika tidak cukup diajarkan dengan mencatat dan contoh-contoh saja, akan tetapi harus diikuti dengan mengerjakan latihan-latihan tentang materi yang sudah diajarkan. Kurikulum 2013 mengamatkan untuk mengintegrasikan ICT dalam pembelajaran, salah satunya pada materi matriks. Matriks merupakan salah satu materi matematika yang dirasakan sulit oleh siswa, siswa cenderung mengalami kesulitan dalam menyelesaikan soal-soal yang berkaitan dengan matriks. Hal ini disebabkan guru hanya memberikan contoh-contoh saja dan kurangnya menggunakan latihan-latihan dalam pembelajaran. Salah satu model pembelajaran yang sesuai dalam masalah ini adalah model pembelajaran yang dapat membantu siswa dalam meningkatkan pemahaman konsep yaitu model pembelajaran Problem Based Learning (PBL). Model pembelajaran PBL menekankan belajar sebagai proses yang melibatkan pemecahan masalah yaitu program yang didesain untuk membantu guru dalam hal efektivitas penggunaan masalah pada dunia nyata bagi siswa agar siswa mencapai peningkatan pemahaman konsep. Pelaksanaan model pembelajaran PBL dapat lebih maksimal dengan memanfaatkan ICT dalam pembelajaran seperti software GeoGebra, namun hingga saat ini belum tersedia ide dan cara mengajar yang mengintegrasikan ICT dalam pembelajaran matematika yang dapat digunakan guru. Sedangkan kemampuan guru dalam mengembangkan pembelajaran yang mengintegrasikan ICT masih terbatas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menghasilkan perangkat pembelajaran yang valid, praktis dan efektif. Model pengembangan yang digunakan adalah model Plomp yang terdiri atas tahap investigasi awal, tahap perancangan, dan tahap penilaian. Subjek ujicoba dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas X-1 MAN I Inovasi Subulussalam. Berdasarkan hasil pengembangan diperoleh perangkat pembelajaran Model PBL berbantuan Software GeoGebra dikatakan valid terlihat dari hasil validasi menunjukkan kreteria valid. Perangkat pembelajaran yang dikembangkan dikatakan praktis terlihat dalam rekomendasi validator bahwa perangkat pembelajaran dapat digunakan dengan sedikit revisi dan keterlaksanaan pembelajaran rata-rata 5 tergolong kriteria sangat baik. Perangkat pembelajaran yang dikembangkan dikatakan efektif terlihat dari rata-rata aktivitas on task siswa baik, rata-rata aktivitas siswa juga baik, adanya peningkatan skor tes formatif, guru dan siswa memberikan respon positif terhadap penggunaan perangkat pembelajaran di kelas. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perangkat pembelajaran model MMP berbantuan software GeoGebra yang terdiri atas materi ajar, Rencana Pelaksanaan Pembelajaran (RPP), Lembar Kerja Siswa (LKS) dan Tes Hasil Belajar (THB) memenuhi kriteria valid, praktis dan efektif.
Dieta para controlar la hipertensión arterial en el barrio Primavera Occidental de Bogotá
Authors: Galvis Salazar Dalia Gabriela , Ochoa Gómez José Roberto , Gaitán Ramírez Luz Yaddy
Published: September 2024

The study seeks to evaluate the effect of a diet on the health of patients with high blood pressure in the Primavera neighborhood of Bogotá. The research adopts a quantitative, descriptive and non-experimental cross-sectional approach, with a sample of 35 individuals from the Primavera Occidental neighborhood of Bogotá, who were the subject of surveys and interviews. The findings reveal that the majority of respondents experience symptoms that could affect their quality of life and receive both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. It was observed that these residents maintain a balanced diet according to the instruments used, although they show ignorance about the impact of certain foods consumed on their health. The application of the recipe book developed in this study is recommended to improve your diet.
Best Practice of Moodle Implementation for E-Learning: A Perspective of Public University Lecturers
Authors: Yunos Nasruddin , Muslim Nazri , Hussain Afifuddin Husairi , Hasim Nur Asmadayana , Nazri Nurul Syakirah , Hamsan Muhamad Hafiz
Published: September 2024

Moodle is a popular open-source learning management system (LMS) used for online learning and course management. It provides educators with tools to create online courses, manage learning content, track student progress, conduct assessments, and facilitate communication and collaboration among students and instructors. Moodle is widely used in educational institutions, corporate training settings, and various other learning environments around the world. The aim of this article was to study the best practices for implementing Moodle in e-learning, as perceived by public university lecturers. This study employed a qualitative approach, utilizing Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) among lecturers from public universities. All data were meticulously transcribed and subsequently analyzed thematically. The results show, experts agreed that three best practices were i) Optimizing the task of e-learning manager, ii) Utilize the restriction option to uphold student integrity and, iii) Implementing regular data backups. Therefore, this study enriches the field by providing practical recommendations for implementing Moodle, drawing from the insights of public university lecturers.
ADOLESCENTS KNOWLEDGE ON THE USE OF COSMETIC AND DERMATOLOGICAL PREPARATIONS IN THE TREATMENT OF ACNE VULGARIS
Authors: NUHII Nexhibe , UZEIRI HAVZIU Drita , OSMANI ALIJA Gjylai , BILALLI Sefedin , ALIJA Elmedina , ÇANGA Jehona , HAXHIU- ZAJMI Arlinda , EMURLLAI Arben , LUMA FERATI Nadire , SHABANI Arjeta
Published: September 2024

Acne vulgaris is a common, chronic, inflammatory disorder of the pilosebaceous unit that affects most teenagers with inflammatory lesions on the face and trunk. They are mainly caused by increased sebum production, hyperkeratinization of the follicle, inflammation, hormonal changes, misuse of cosmetic and dermatological preparations. This condition is more common in adolescents, but it also occurs in patients in their twenties and thirties too. These changes in the skin affect emotional stress and quality of life. Dermocosmetics play a special role in the care and treatment of acne-prone skin. A series of complementary dermocosmetics are available, which include products with cleansing, active, soothing and moisturizing properties. Dermocosmetics formulated with active substances can be used in acne monotherapy based on the effectiveness of specific active ingredients in alleviating acne symptoms without any adverse effects reported so far. Effective skincare serves not only as a preventative measure by addressing the underlying causes of acne, but also helps mitigate the negative effects of pharmacological therapy and helps manage complications such as scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. This study aims the evaluation of the awareness of adolescents in relation to the treatment of acne and their knowledge about the use of cosmetic and dermatological preparations. Based on our results 40% of teenagers didn’t consult a dermatologist but used preparations that they see on social media and that their effectiveness was lower than 30%. 38% of the teenagers have used the therapy and the food regime that the dermatologist recommended which lead to a 75% effectiveness on treatment, 12% have used lotions recommended by their pharmacists and didn’t follow the food regime from which they had an effectiveness of only 42%. We also noticed that the patients who followed the instructions of the dermatologist and the pharmacist had more efficiency, while the others had less efficiency. From this we can conclude that any change in the skin for better efficiency should be managed by a dermatologist.
ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION IN THE YOUNG AGE GROUP, LONGITUDINAL RESEARCH FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 2023 - JANUARY 2024
Authors: IBRAIMI Qahil , XHELADINI Diturim , ALIJA Gjylaj , ZYLBEARI Art
Published: September 2024

Arterial hypertension (HAT) in young people in recent years is a frequent phenomenon and with its duration, harmful consequences may appear for their health. Uncontrolled and unbalanced HTA can cause damage to various organs of the body, including the heart, blood vessels, brain, kidneys, and eyes. Hypertension is a risk factor for the development of cardiovascular diseases (acute myocardial infarction, stroke, heart failure, etc. A large number of studies on HTA in young people have verified that it appears as a consequence of physical inactivity, adiposity, malnutrition, stress, smoking, etc. HTA can cause damage to blood vessels, including their narrowing (atherosclerosis), damage to the coronary arteries, kidney, causing kidney failure, damage to the retina (hypertensive retinopathy), etc. Therefore, early detection HTA at a young age and in the early stages and medical treatment should be the main focus of health professionals in order to prevent the aforementioned complications. Aim: To prevent the risks and diseases that have a predisposition to appear in young people from HTA and to make the youth population aware of the harmful effects that can appear from HTA. Materials and Methods: as working material, the diaries of the 18-30-year-old age group in the department of internal diseases near the Clinical Hospital of Tetovo in the period January-2023-January-2024 were used. Results: According to statistics, men were 3 times more prone to hypertension compared to women. From total age to 80% of young people (women + men) HTA manifestations were as a result of physical inactivity, stress, malnutrition, anxiety, excessive consumption of salt, adiposity, lifestyle, while close to 20% of young people express during the history taking that also influence social networks, mistrust in the circle they live in and bullying. Conclusion: in conclusion, we can propose that education about the management of HTA in young people through awareness and drug treatment can apparently affect the prevention and prevention of this frequent phenomenon and the aforementioned complications.
DIABETES MELLITUS TYPE 2 AS A MOST IMPORTANT RISK FACTOR IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE: A CASE REPORT
Authors: DOKUZOVA Stojka , VELICKOVA Nevenka , GJORGIEVSKA KAMCEVA Martina
Published: September 2024

Peripheral artery disease is a considered as one of the major macrovascular complications in diabetes mellitus type 2. It is chronic arteriosclerotic illness that mainly affects the lower limbs and is presented as narrowed or blocked blood vessels. The prevalence increases with the age, it affects 15-20% of persons older than 70 years age, 10-15% of the general population. Smoking and high cholesterol levels increase the risk for PAD progression in large blood vessels such as legs, while diabetes increases the risk for PAD in small blood vessels such as the feet. Critical ischemia, its most severe form can lead to limb amputation and the patient’s death, and even its asymptomatic forms are associated with a high risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Approximately more than half of all patients are asymptomatic and preventive therapy reduces the risk of complications and death, so it’s important to recognize the subclinical forms in time and to control risk factors of disease. The risk factors that can be modified are tobacco use, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus, obesity and some of them cannot be modified such as age, sex or family medical history. Diabetes mellitus type 2 is considered as the most important risk factor for development of peripheral artery disease. The experts suggest that is necessary to establish an HBA1C therapeutic target below 8% in patient with DM and PAD.
Phishing Cyber Security Threats
Authors: Trisolvena Muhammad Nana , Saputra Nana Handre
Published: September 2024

Phishing is a growing threat in the realm of cybersecurity, where cybercriminals use various phishing techniques to steal sensitive information from individuals and organizations. In practice, phishing aims to obtain personal, account, and financial data by impersonating trusted parties through fake emails, websites, text messages, or social media. The term "phishing" comes from the word "fishing" which describes an attempt to lure prey with fake bait. The most common types of phishing include web phishing, email phishing, smishing phishing, scam phishing, blind phishing, whaling phishing, and angler phishing, each with different approaches and targets. Phishing causes losses to individual victims and significantly impacts the information and communication technology profession, including loss of data, reputation, security, time, cost, quality, and trust. An in-depth understanding of the types of phishing, their impacts, and their prevention and countermeasures is essential to protect yourself and your organization from phishing attacks. Therefore, awareness and education about phishing are key in building resilience to this cyber threat. As such, further research and proactive actions are needed to tackle phishing effectively in the ever-evolving digital age.