bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A CLOSE LOOK AT THE CONVERGENCE PATTERNS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION AT THE BEGINNING OF THE 21st CENTURY
Authors:   Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania, HOLOBIUC Ana-Maria
Published: March 2024

Since the first initiatives of integration on the European continent, promoting economic, social and territorial cohesion has remained one of the key principles of the European Union. Over the past decades, the stability and prosperity of the European continent was threatened by diverse and turbulent events, ranging from economic and financial turmoil to sanitary and social crises, which have emphasized the need to strengthen the cohesion between Members. The aim of this paper is to study the economic landscape of the European Union by looking at the evolution of the GDP per capita between 2000 and 2022. Using β- and σ-convergence, we have tried to answer the question if the European Union has come closer to the objective of cohesion in the last two decades. By applying cross-sectional regressions in order to estimate β-convergence, we have identified a convergence speed of 2% for European Union between 2000 and 2022, with higher growth rates experienced by the new member states from Central and Eastern Europe. Complementary, σ-convergence illustrates that income divergences generally decreased both at the aggregate level and in the case of the new member states. However, the progress achieved in terms of cohesion was reversed by Covid-19 pandemic, the gaps significantly increasing mainly in the case of the old members. Considering the divergences that still persist in the European Union, being emphasized by the recent crises, this paper suggests that political decision-makers should strengthen the measures oriented towards promoting cohesion, with the purpose to avoid the division on the continent.
CHALLENGES IN ACHIEVING THE SDGs IN ROMANIA
Authors:   University of Oradea, Faculty of Economic Sciences, Oradea, Romania, MATEI Mirabela-Constanța , ABRUDAN Leonard-Călin ,   University of Oradea, Faculty of Economic Sciences, Oradea, Romania, ABRUDAN Maria-Madela ,   University of Oradea, Faculty of Economic Sciences, Oradea, Romania
Published: March 2024

This paper aims at identifying the main obstacles that Romania faces in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For this, literature review and data collection and analysis were carried out. When it comes to achieving the SDGs, different European countries have made progress to varying degrees, and it can be difficult to compare progress directly because each country faces unique challenges and opportunities. However, Sweden, Denmark and Finland are amongs the countries that have made the most progress towards achieving the SDGs in Europe. These countries are generally considered to have strong social welfare systems, high levels of public engagement, and progressive policies on sustainability and human rights. However, it’s worth noting that even these top-performing countries still have areas where they need to make progress towards achieving the SDGs, particularly in areas such as reducing inequalities, combating climate change, and promoting responsible consumption and production. It’s difficult to estimate when Romania could catch up with these countries as it depends on a variety of factors, but it will require a sustained effort over several decades. Romania faces various obstacles in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Some of the key challenges are: (1) economic disparities (particularly between rural and urban areas), (2) environmental degradation (deforestation, water pollution, and air pollution), (3) corruption, (4) lack of social inclusion (particularly for marginalized groups such as the Roma population, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals), (5) limited institutional capacity. Overall, addressing these challenges will require sustained political will, investment in infrastructure and services, and effective partnerships between government, civil society, and the private sector.
THE IMPACT OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION ON STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
Authors:   Management, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, ROMANIA., BOZINTAN Adrian George , CRIȘAN Emil Lucian ,   Management, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, ROMANIA., PINCO Ory ,   Management, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, ROMANIA.
Published: March 2024

Currently, there are many discussions about the impact of digital transformation on company management, with success primarily reliant on firms’ ability to adapt to new market demands. Consequently, to maintain their positions or to evolve, companies across all industries need to regularly update their structures and ideals in line with digital transformation. Although the precise definition of digital transformation is still unclear, as evidenced by inconsistencies in the literature, it is already influencing management practices carried out by companies. The goal of this paper is to analyze the impact of digital transformation, with its highly dynamic characteristics, on strategic management. In this sense, we perform a literature review of the papers which describe how the two topics are related. We discover that strategic management has evolved in response to digital transformation as conventional managerial practices nowadays would no longer work at maximum efficiency. Strategic management has changed, adopting new features, most notably faster decision-making and less arduous tasks for top managers, allowing them to focus exclusively on performing tasks that match their specific competencies. These results are useful for both practitioners and researchers in performing their daily strategic management activities, and research efforts, respectively.
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION VULNERABILITIES: ASSESSING THE RISKS AND STRENGTHENING CYBER SECURITY
Authors:   Department of Economics and Business, Faculty of Economic Sciences, University of Oradea, Oradea, Romania, SERAC Calin Alexandru
Published: March 2024

Digital transformation has revolutionized the way organizations operate, enabling them to leverage advanced technologies for increased efficiency and productivity. However, along with the benefits, digital transformation also brings new vulnerabilities and risks, particularly in the realm of cybersecurity. This abstract aims to provide an overview of the vulnerabilities associated with digital transformation and highlight the importance of assessing risks and strengthening cybersecurity measures to mitigate potential threats. The rapid adoption of cloud computing, Internet of Things devices, and interconnected systems has expanded the attack surface for cybercriminals. Organizations must recognize the potential vulnerabilities introduced by these technologies, such as data breaches, system failures, and unauthorized access. Understanding the specific risks associated with digital transformation is crucial for developing effective cybersecurity strategies. Assessing risks involves evaluating the organization’s digital infrastructure, identifying potential weak points, and determining the likelihood and potential impact of various threats. This process enables organizations to prioritize cybersecurity efforts and allocate resources effectively. It also involves evaluating the security measures in place, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption protocols, and employee training programs, to ensure they are up to date and resilient against emerging threats. Strengthening cybersecurity requires a multi-layered approach that encompasses technical measures, organizational policies, and a culture of security awareness. Implementing robust security controls, such as regular software updates, network segmentation, and access controls, helps fortify digital systems against attacks. Additionally, establishing incident response plans and conducting regular security audits aids in identifying vulnerabilities and responding swiftly to cyber incidents. Furthermore, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness among employees is essential. Educating staff on best practices, such as strong password management, phishing awareness, and safe browsing habits, empowers them to become the first line of defence against cyber threats.
Retsidiv jinoyatlarni kvalifikatsiya qilish masalalari
Authors: Raimova Shoxsanam
Published: March 2024

Mazkur maqolada takroriy huquqbuzarlarning malakasi, ularning xatti-harakati va motivatsiyasi ko‘rib chiqiladi. Muallif takroriy jinoyat sodir etgan shaxslarning hayotiy tajribasining xususiyatlarini, takroran jinoyat sodir etish omillarini va takroriy jinoyatlarning oldini olishning mumkin bo‘lgan usullarini tahlil qiladi.
Study of Product and Price Management in Marketing Moringa Tea
Authors: Alimin Alimin , Supiani Supiani
Published: March 2024

U.D. Wuna Barakati is the only Moringa tea producer in Muna Regency. To respond to the increasing competition in the Moringa leaf processed beverage business, this company should completely implement a complete marketing mix strategy and appropriate marketing of its Moringa tea product. However, in the meantime, it seems to have relatively neglected the product mix and price mix strategies. This research examines product and price management in marketing Moringa tea at U.D. Wuna Barakati. Product management refers to implementing a product mix strategy, while price management refers to implementing a price mix strategy. The product mix is assessed from its level but is limited to three levels: Core Benefit Products, Basic Products, and Augmented Products. In contrast, the price mix is evaluated on the basis of the approach used to determine it. Primary data was collected using observation, questionnaires, and in-depth interviews, while secondary data was collected through documentary studies. The data was analyzed descriptively and qualitatively through three main steps: data reduction, data presentation, verification, and conclusion. The research results show that, in general, product mix and price mix strategies are applied to marketing Moringa tea at UD. Wuna Barakti is relatively good. However, several things do not support the competitiveness of the business and need to be improved simultaneously, namely: (a) single product variant, (b) low monthly sales value, (c) prices at the consumer level are relatively high, and (d) the issue of one price policy.
ANALYZING NESTLE'S WATERS AND NESPRESSO DIVISIONS: SYSTEMATIC APPROACHES FOR IMPROVING CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY
Authors: Azhar Auns , Waheed Usman
Published: March 2024

The corporate landscape of Nestle is examined in this investigation, with a particular emphasis on the company's dedication to CSR and environmental preservation. This paper presents Nestle Waters' approach to ethical encounters in extraction of water, focusing on native rights, expired licenses, and security of water. It argues that open communication, compliance oaths and assurance, and community alliance are systematic solutions to these problems. The investigation now turns its attention to Nespresso and the premium coffee industry's waste management and aluminum consumption issues. Nespresso may benefit from a more methodical approach if the company would only establish some definite long-term objectives, encourage more partnerships, educate its customers better, and put more money into environmentally friendly packaging. These initiatives not only address pressing issues, but also help Nestle achieve its long-term sustainability objectives, which will set it apart as an industry leader in ethical business practices.
TRANSTORNOS DE HUMOR EM IDOSOS: DESCRIÇÃO ATUALIZADA DA LITERATURA EM UMA REVISÃO BIBLIOGRÁFICA
Authors: Mainardo Rodrigues Bezerra Lucas , De Araujo Pinheiro Honoiza Ravenna , Ferreira da Ponte Cyntya Halynne , Damasceno Assunção Araújo Louelyn , Leite Ciraulo Ismael da Costa Neves Othilio Johannes , Dall Agnol Taluana Leticia , Salgueiro de Almeida Ariel Eugênio , Lages Reis Luana Soares
Published: March 2024

O envelhecimento populacional tem gerado interesse crescente no manejo dos transtornos de humor em idosos, como depressão e transtorno bipolar. Esses transtornos apresentam uma alta prevalência e impacto significativo na qualidade de vida dos idosos. Objetivo: Este estudo visa descrever a literatura disponível referente aos transtornos de humor em idosos. Métodos: Realizou-se uma revisão bibliográfica dos últimos 15 anos (2009-2024), incluindo estudos originais e revisões, com critérios de inclusão específicos para abordar transtornos de humor em idosos. Foram selecionados 25 artigos para a produção dessa revisão. Resultados e Discussão: A depressão afeta entre 2% e 16% dos idosos em países de alta renda, enquanto o transtorno bipolar, atualmente, é mais diagnosticado nessa faixa etária. O diagnóstico diferencial é desafiador devido à sobreposição de sintomas com outras condições médicas e ao declínio cognitivo associado ao envelhecimento. As intervenções terapêuticas incluem farmacológicas e não farmacológicas, com uma abordagem multidisciplinar sendo essencial para o manejo eficaz. Conclusão: O manejo dos transtornos de humor em idosos requer uma abordagem holística, considerando não apenas aspectos médicos e psicológicos, mas também físicos e sociais. Investir em intervenções adaptadas e eficazes é crucial para promover o bem-estar emocional e psicológico dessa crescente população idosa.
Instigating the Asymmetry of Dy3+ Ions Doped in Borate Glasses for Photonic Device w-LED Applications
Authors: Gurav Basavaraj , Devidas G. B. , Dinkar Ashok , Surzhikova Darya Pavlovna , Rajaramakrishna R.
Published: March 2024

For usage in solid state white light emitting device applications, dysprosium-activated calcium aluminum barium sodium borate glass was synthesized. The detailed understanding of physical, optical, structural, and photo-luminescence characteristics was examined and compared. To comprehend the oscillator strength of the ligands in the prepared glasses, the Judd-Ofelt intensity characteristics were assessed. The Ω2 greater relative oscillator strength value shows highest for the prepared glasses suggesting their cause due to hypersensitive transitions. In comparison to other glasses in the research, the potential radiative transition probabilities, branching ratios, and stimulated emission cross-section for 575 nm emission all exhibited higher values. The stimulated emission cross-section shows highest for 0.3 mol% Dy2O3 content in the present glasses. The asymmetry of synthesizedglass sample ratio has been evaluated and compared using Yellow to Blue (Y/B) emission ratio. Study of the emission spectra and assessment of CCT and DUV values for the glasses reveal emission in the CIE diagram's white light zone.
 
Received: 8 December 2023 | Revised: 1 March 2024 | Accepted: 4 March 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
The data that support the findings of this study are available on request from the corresponding author. 
 
Author Contribution Statement
Basavaraj Gurav: Software, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing – original draft, Writing – review & editing, Visualization. G. B. Devidas: Validation, Project administration. Ashok Dinkar: Software, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing – original draft, Writing – review & editing. Darya Pavlovna Surzhikova: Software, Investigation. R. Rajaramakrishna: Conceptualization, Methodology, Validation, Writing – review & editing, Supervision, Project administration.
Treatment of gastric varices with cyanoacrylate complicated by systemic embolization
Authors: De Sousa Cristina Peixoto , Carvalho Catarina , Sousa Célia , Amaral Ricardo
Published: March 2024

Acute gastric variceal bleeding is a life-threatening condition that could be effectively treated with endoscopic cyanoacrylate injection diluted with lipiodol. The mixture acts as a tissue adhesive that polymerizes when in contact with blood in a gastric varix. This work reports a patient that presented to the emergency department with upper gastrointestinal bleeding due to acute variceal bleeding, who developed systemic embolization following cyanoacrylate injection therapy. This complication culminated in cerebral, splenic and renal infarctions with a fatal outcome. Systemic embolization is a very rare, but the most severe complication associated with endoscopic cyanoacrylate injection and should be considered in patients undergoing this treatment.
Homenaje al Dr. Germán Ochoa Amaya
Authors: Gómez López María Patricia
Published: March 2024

Homenaje al Dr. Germán Ochoa Amaya
Resultados a largo plazo de estimulación cerebral profunda para temblor esencial refractario evaluados con la escala clasificatoria de Fahn-Tolosa-Marín
Authors: Escobar Oscar Andrés , Orozco Javier , Arango Gabriel , Espinoza Martínez Jairo Alberto
Published: March 2024

Introducción. El Temblor Esencial (TE) es una de las enfermedades neurológicas más comunes, entre el 25-55% de los pacientes desarrollan un cuadro refractario al mejor manejo médico disponible, para este grupo de pacientes la cirugía funcional se ha convertido hoy en una opción terapéutica. Materiales y Métodos. Presentamos una serie de once pacientes con TE refractario que fueron llevados a estimulación cerebral profunda (ECP) para control del temblor, se aplicó en todos los casos la escala clasificatoria de Fahn-Tolosa-Marín (FTM) para evaluar el control de la amplitud del temblor con el equipo de estimulación encendido y apagado.Resultados. Se encontró una mejoría en la amplitud del temblor postural para miembros superiores con el equipo encendido de un 91.6% (rango 66.7-100%) y del 72.4% (rango 50-100%) para el temblor cinético también en miembros superiores. Al comparar la capacidad funcional del paciente con la escala de FTM en las dos condiciones, se encontró una mejoría funcional global del 76.4% con el equipo encendido.Discusión. Nuestra serie de 11 pacientes reporta resultados muy similares a los obtenidos por otros grupos, sigue mostrando la seguridad y efectividad de la ECP para control del temblor y mejoría de la capacidad funcional y de la calidad de vida de los pacientes con TE refractario al manejo médico, aportando de este modo nueva evidencia a las series ya publicadas. Conclusión: La ECP para TE refractario puede ser un tratamiento efectivo y seguro en el largo plazo (Nivel de evidencia IV).
Unveiling the AWS SAM Magic for Serverless Restful APIs: Architecting with ALB Path-Based Routing in AWS
Authors: Balakrishna Balasubrahmanya
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This paper provides a thorough roadmap for developers, architects, and cloud enthusiasts who want to use the AWS Serverless Application Model (AWS SAM) to create a REST API and use the power of serverless computing. To handle HTTP requests effectively, the article focuses on deploying the API behind an Application Load Balancer (ALB) using path-based routing. The hands-on approach offers detailed instructions and valuable insights on planning, creating, and implementing serverless REST APIs. The focus is on the details of AWS SAM, examining its benefits and complexities. The paper makes the procedure easier to understand by providing thorough code excerpts, explanations, and pictures.

Methodology: The methodology covers local testing using the SAM CLI, allowing developers to validate the API's functionality before deployment.

Findings: The process also includes local testing with the SAM CLI, which enables developers to confirm the functioning of the API before deployment. To target the Lambda function, this paper will discuss AWS Lambda behind an ALB using a path-based listener rule on the ALB. The article’s conclusions cover essential topics like path-based routing, ALB integration, AWS SAM template structure, and recommended security and performance optimization practices.

Unique Contributor to Theory, Policy and Practice:  Based on these findings, recommendations offer information on optimizing templates, ensuring secure deployment, and using local testing to speed up development. Finally, the article walks readers through deploying the built API to AWS via the SAM CLI, facilitating a seamless transfer from a local development environment to an environment in production. Ultimately, this paper provides readers with the know-how and abilities to successfully negotiate AWS SAM's complexities and build reliable serverless REST APIs.
Evaluating the Growth and Development Ability of 5 Late Ripening Varieties of Coffee (Coffea Canephora Pierre) in Lam Dong – Vietnam.
Authors: Khoi Tao Anh
Published: March 2024

Purpose: To improve the quality of Vietnamese coffee, many synchronous solutions are needed can solve problems such as: Technical, economic, management... In which, changing the varieties of coffee to suit current weather conditions has contributed significantly to improving yields and quality.

Methodology: Experiments and the comparison among 5 late ripening varieties of coffee was implemented in Lam Dong province (TR10; TR14; TR15; TR16; TR6) .The experiment was carried out RCBD with 5 treatments, and 3 replications  and three replication. TR10, TR16, TR14, TR15 are suitable for the conditions of Bao Loc, Lam Dong.

Findings: The TR10, TR14, TR15 Robusta in the commercial stage have a yield of > 4 tons of core/ha, the yield between trees in the same line is quite uniform, the rate of R1 type seeds is > 99%, and there is no rust disease.

Unique Contributor to Theory, Policy and Practice: It is recommended that the authorities consider and allow large-scale trial production in some areas with suitable conditions in Lam Dong province
Non-iterative fast and efficient HOG-KELM hybrid model for COVID-19 diagnosis using Chest X-ray images
Authors: Ali Nikhat , Vishwakarma Virendra P.
Published: March 2024

COVID-19 is one of the most widely spread infectious disease, which was declared as pandemic in year 2019 by WHO. The viral infection can be diagnosed using RT-PCR test and through radiological scans, which are time consuming and not 100% accurate. Researchers are trying to develop more reliable, accurate and faster diagnostic system with the help of advance machine learning techniques. Some of the advance models developed using deep learning techniques are efficient but dependent on larger dataset and high-end processing system. In this paper, unique features extracted from COVID-19 chest X-ray images are used for diagnosis with the help of Histogram of Oriented Gradients-Kernel based Extreme Learning Machine (HOG-KELM) model. The proposed model is fast, efficient and economic, which does not rely on heavy machinery or processing unit. The experimental analysis is performed on a dataset of 15,153 CX-ray images, in which 3616 are COVID-19 infected, 10,192 normal lung, and 1345 pneumonia infected images. This model produces 99.78% accuracy for binary classification which evoke the efficacy of the proposed model compared to the existing state-of-art models.
Thermal profiling of ultracapacitor modules : A layered analysis
Authors: Aaditya S B Abrish , Karandikar Parashuram B , Jain Mahima , Suryawanshi Jaywant , Bellam Aditi , Chavan Datta , Holmukhe Rajesh , Chaudhari Parag S. , Gandhar Abhishek
Published: March 2024

This study explores heat dissipation in supercapacitor modules tailored for energy-intensive applications. The research investigates the influence of different electrode material combinations on key performance parameters. Employing MATLAB and COMSOL simulations, the thermal conductivity of various layers within the supercapacitor module is analyzed. Findings reveal that polythene separators, responsible for encapsulating and segregating the module’s electrodes, represent critical points for controlled heat transfer. Significantly, the use of metal oxide in electrode construction contributes positively to regulated heat dissipation. Substituting polythene separators with synthesized materials is proposed to optimize heat dissipation. This research pioneers a data-driven analysis and software simulations to augment the study’s outcomes.
Identification of social network automated hate speech using GLTR with BERT and GPT-2 : A novel approach
Authors: Chhikara Monika , Malik Sanjay Kumar , Jain Vanita
Published: March 2024

Automated hate speech on social media is a serious issue for online safety and wellbeing. A promising strategy to address the issue is the identification of artificial hate speech using machine learning techniques. The authors present research on the detection of automated hate speech on social networks with the use of GLTR (Giant Language model Test Room) along with BERT (Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers) as well as GPT-2 (Generative Pretrained Transformer 2) on the four widely used benchmark datasets (ETHOS, Founta, Waseem, and Davidson). The performance of the proposed approach was evaluated by comparing F1 scores, precision, recall, and accuracy with other state-of-the-art machine algorithms. The results show that the proposed approach out performs other algorithms on all four datasets. The results indicate that the GLTR approach with BERT and GPT-2 models is a promising method for automated hate speech detection on social networks.
Modified Fourth Derivative Block Method and its direct applications to third-order initial value problems
Authors: Momoh Lukuman , DUROMOLA M. L , KUSORO O. O.
Published: March 2024

A theoretical order eight Modified Fourth Derivative four-step block method (MFDFBM) has been derived, analysed and numerically applied to solve multiple problems originating from Fluid Dynamics, engineering and other sciences. The MFDFBM was derived by applying collocation and interpolation techniques to a power series approximation. Further introducing fourth derivative terms at each of the collocating points yields a block method with an improved order of accuracy. It was observed that the order of the block method increases with the number of fourth derivative terms introduced into the integration interval. Numerical experiments are presented to test MFDFBM on numerical examples, including non-linear homogeneous thin film flow (NHTFF) problems and two non-linear initial value problems(IVPs). The experiments confirm the good impact of adding the fourth derivative terms, which help improve the order of accuracy of the derived MFDFBM, thereby minimising error and agreeing with analytical solution up to at least seven decimal places.
An optimal control model for Coffee Berry Disease and Coffee Leaf Rust co-infection
Authors: Nyaberi Halson , MUTUKU W.N. , MALONZA D.M. , GACHIGUA G.W. , ALWORAH G.O.
Published: March 2024

In the 1980s, coffee production in Kenya was peaking at an average of 1.7 million bags annually. Since then, this production has been declining to the current production of below 0.9 million bags annually. Coffee berry disease (CBD) and Coffee leaf rust (CLR) are some of the causes of this decline. This is due to a lack of sufficient knowledge on optimal control strategies for co-infection of CBD and CLR. In this research, we derive a system of ODEs from the mathematical model for co-infection of CBD and CLR with prevention of CBD infection, prevention of CLR infection, the treatment of CBD-infected coffee plants, the treatment of CLR-infected coffee plants, the treatment of CBD-CLR Co-infected coffee plants, elimination of Colletotrichum kahawae pathogens and elimination of Hemileia vastatrix pathogens to perform optimal control analysis. An optimal control problem is formulated andsolved using Pontryagin’s maximum principle. The outcomes of the model’s numerical simulations indicate that combining all controls would be the best strategy for slowing the spread of the CBD-CLR co-infection.
One-step three-parameter optimized hybrid block method for solving first order initial value problems of ordinary differential equations
Authors: E. A. Areo  , Gbenro Sunday , Olabode B.T , Momoh A.L.
Published: March 2024

A one-step three-parameter optimized hybrid block method and second derivative hybrid block method with optimized points were proposed to solve first-order ordinary differential equations. The techniques of interpolation and collocation were adopted for the derivation of the methods using a three-parameter approximation. The hybrid points were obtained by optimizing the local truncation error of the method. The schemes obtained were reformulated to reduce the number of occurrences of the source term. The hybrid points were used in the derivation of the second derivative hybrid block method. The discrete schemeswere produced as a by-product of the continuous scheme and used to simultaneously solve initial value problems (IVPs) in block mode. The resulting schemes are self-starting, do not require the creation of individual predictors, and are consistent, zero-stable, and convergent. The accuracy and efficiency of the methods were ascertained using several numerical test problems. The numerical results were favourably compared to some techniques from the cited literature.
A simulation based comparative analysis of interconnected signalized intersections and roundabouts from the aspect of permeability
Authors: Kollár Adrienn
Published: March 2024

The utilization of the tools provided by digitalization became increasingly important for the micro-level modelling of road traffic, since it typically takes the form of a highly dynamic system. In the publication, the PTV Vissim traffic simulation software is used for the modelling of such a system, a traffic junction formed by two interconnected signalized intersections. The first goal of the analysis was to reveal how the optimization of the signal program in a specific way affects the operation of the entire system in terms of throughput during peak periods. After that, the possibility of modelling the same traffic junction with roundabouts was also explored. Finally, the results for the total traffic throughput of the system during the peak periods were compared in case of the different model variants. The resulting comparison present the permeability variation in a well-structured way and could also provide a useful example for the field.
Purpose in Life as an Explicit Outcome of Occupational Therapy
Authors: Radomski Mary Vining , Anheluk Mattie , Carroll Ginger , Zola Joette
Published: March 2024

Purpose in life is increasingly understood to be important to health and well-being. Despite occupational therapy’s long history of using occupations to advance health and the linkage between a subclass of occupations and purpose in life, the term is nearly absent from the American Occupational Therapy Association’s documents and the profession’s empirical literature. We propose that the profession explicitly name purpose in life as among our intervention outcomes and address disruptions of purpose in life in practice. This can be accomplished by first investing in purpose in our own lives, discussing the topic with colleagues and students, identifying possible purpose disruptions in our clients, and using direct or indirect intervention approaches to help clients reconnect to purpose in their lives. By explicitly naming purpose in life as part of the domain of occupational therapy, we become poised to leverage human occupation to address both a broad societal gap and our clients’ needs for a renewal of purpose in life.
Effect of Laughter Therapy Lowers Depression Rates In Postpartum Blues Mothers At Puskesmas Carenang
Authors: Apriliana Lia , Wintarsih Wintarsih
Published: March 2024

In June there was an average number of post partum mothers per month as many as 40 post partum mothers in the working area of the Puskesmas Carenang. Based on the results of interviews and screenings using the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) questionnaire, out of 20 mothers, data were obtained from 13 mothers who experienced post partum blues. The purpose of this study is to determine the Effect of Laughter Therapy on Reducing Depression Rates in Post Partum Blues Mothers at the          Puskesmas Carenang in 2022. This research method uses Quasi Experiment with a pre-test post test design. The samples in this study were postpartum mothers who experienced postpartum blues depression in June to July 2022 as many as 58 people, a sampling technique, namely total sampling. Data analysis using Wilcoxon test. The results showed that the average EPDS score before being given laughter therapy was 6.2. The average EPDS score after being given laughing therapy was 4.38. There is an effect of laughter therapy on decreasing postpartum depression rates (p value 0.000 <0.05). So it is hoped that this study will be able to provide education and information in overcoming postpartum blues depression conditions in post partum mothers with laughter therapy.
Levine’s Conceptual Model-Based Nursing Interventions For Blood Pressure Recovery In The Elderly
Authors: Pefbrianti Diana , Hairina Lestari Devi , Noor Ifansyah M.
Published: March 2024

Hypertension becomes a problem in old age, more than 50% of people with hypertension are over 60 years old. The application of nursing theory in the provision of nursing care needs to be continuously developed. One of the theories of nursing that can be applied to the elderly who have hypertension is the Levine conservation model. Nursing actions are based on four principles: energy conservation, conservation of structural integrity, conservation of personal integrity and conservation of social integrity. The purpose of this study was to identify the effect of Levine's conceptual model-based nursing interventions on the elderly.The design of this study used quasy experiments with pre and post control groups with a large sample of 20 respondents in each group. The sampling technique used is consecutive sampling with independent variables, namely Levine model-based nursing interventions (benson relaxation techniqued, deep breath relaxation techniqued, progressive muscle relaxation technique and health education), Dependent variable in this study were sleep disorders, pain, anxiety and family support. The research instruments used are sleep quality scale (SQS), Numeric rating scale, Hamilton anxiety rating scale and family support scale. The research was carried out at the Budi Sejahtera Banjarbaru Elderly Social Protection and Rehabilitation Institution (PPRSLU). The statistical test used in this study was man whitney test. The test results found that Levine-based interventions had an effect on sleep disorders (p=0.016), but had no effect on pain (p=0.67), anxiety (p=1.00), family support (p=0.63). In elderly with hypertension, nurses need to help the elderly so that the problem of hypertension is resolved and able to fight disability. Levine-based interventions can be applied for the recovery of symptoms of hypertension.
Analysis Of Uric Acid Levels In Pre-Elderly Patients In Terms Of Coffee Drinking Behavior In The Work Area Of The Cikeusal Health Center, Serang Regency In 2022
Authors: Nurfajar Heni , DR Tahun Omega
Published: March 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) states that hyperuricemia sufferers are increasing every year in the world. The Cikeusal Health Center in Serang Regency shows that cases of hyperuricemia are quite high, namely as many as 189 in 2020, increasing in 2021, namely 340, even in 2022 in the January-September period there were 208 cases. One of the pharmacological treatments in the treatment of hyperuricemia is coffee because it contains polyphenolic compounds. Purpose of Writing was to knowing the analysis of uric acid levels in pre-elderly patients in terms of coffee drinking behavior in the working area of the Cikeusal Health Center, Serang Regency, in 2022. Research Methods on this research is a quantitative analytic study with a cross sectional design. The sample in this study were pre-elderly patients who visited the Cikeusal Health Center in Serang Regency in August-October 2022 with a total of 81 respondents using a purposive sampling technique. The research instrument used questionnaires and observation sheets. The data is primary data analyzed using the one way ANOVA test which previously had been carried out the normality test with normal data distribution results. The results of univariate analysis revealed that the average uric acid level was 4.786, coffee drinking behavior was low, medium and high respectively 33.3% with an average of 21.07. The results of the bivariate analysis revealed that there was an effect of coffee drinking behavior on uric acid levels with a p value = 0.021. Coffee drinking behavior affects uric acid levels in pre-elderly patients. It is hoped that the community can carry out routine checks and maintain food intake, one of which is drinking coffee regularly between 1-2 times a day.
The Effect Of Breastfeeding Counseling On Breastfeeding Practices In Postpartum Mothers At RSIA Tiara Cikupa In 2022
Authors: Rismayanti Tetin , Muniroh Muniroh
Published: March 2024

According to the Health Profile of Banten Province in 2019, the number of babies who were exclusively breastfed was 56.1%, while the City of Tangerang itself was 64.5%. This figure is still below the government target that has been set for the success of breastfeeding by 80%. Research objectives is the effect of breastfeeding counseling on breastfeeding practices for postpartum mothers at RSIA Tiara Cikupa in 2022. Research method used preexperimental with one group pre test post test design. Sampling in this study used a total sampling technique and the sample size in the study was 30 postpartum mothers who had babies aged less than 6 months at RISA Tiara Cikupa. The research instrument used leaf lets, teaching aids on how to breastfeed, and the LATCH questionnaire. Bivariate analysis used the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test because the data were not normally distributed. The results showed that before being given counseling on how to breastfeed the respondents had an average value of breastfeeding practice of 2.63, while after being given counseling on how to breastfeed the respondents had an average value of breastfeeding practice of 6.57. There are differences in breastfeeding practices for postpartum mothers before and after being given breastfeeding counseling at RSIA Tiara Cikupa in 2022 with a p value of 0.001 0.05. It is hoped that they will further increase knowledge and skills about correct breastfeeding by following consultations with health workers, so that they can carry out correct breastfeeding practices effectively. independently and properly to improve the health status of mothers and babies.
Analysis Of The Effect Of The Process Of Issuing Health Personnel Licenses Using The Sipandu Medan Application On Health Worker Satisfaction In Dpmptsp Medan City
Authors: Nurunnisa Syarifah , Girsang Ermi , Lestari Ramadhani Nasution Sri
Published: March 2024

In the era of global reform and information, public services by government officials today still have many weaknesses so that they have not been able to meet the quality expected by the community. This is indicated by the existence of various public complaints submitted through the mass media and social networks as well as the results of a community satisfaction survey which stated that the permit issuance process took a long time, the information conveyed was not clear and not transparent.

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of the process of issuing health worker permits using the Medan Sipandu Application on Community Satisfaction in Dpmptsp Medan City

This type of research is Quantitative Analytical research, namely the method in the form of numeric data using a cross sectional approach, with a sample of 200 people.

The results of this study are that the variable that has the most influence on the satisfaction of health workers regarding the use of the Sipandu Medan Application is complaint handling. statistical test resultsearned valuep significance is 0.000 <0.05. So it can be concluded that there is an effect of handling complaints on the satisfaction of health workers regarding the use of the Sipandu Medan Application.SIPANDU is here to make it easier for the public to submit related complaints.
The Effectiveness Of The Administration Of Beet Juice And Honey Against Increased Hemoglobin Levels In Nursing Mothers
Authors: Qomariyah Samsa , Novita Novita
Published: March 2024

WHO in 2020, said some 295,000 women worldwide lost their lives during and after pregnancy and childbirth. Africa, sub-Saharan and South Asia account for around 86% of all maternal deaths worldwide. MMR in Indonesia in 2020 is 230 per 100,000 live births. Causes of maternal death are bleeding, hypertension, infection, prolonged labour, abortion, CED and anemia (Hb <11gr). The prevalence of anemia in pregnant and lactating women in Indonesia is 48.9%. The impact of anemia on pregnant women will occur during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. Knowing the effectiveness of giving beetroot juice and honey to increase hemoglobin levels in nursing mothers. Quasy Experiment with Pretest Posttest With Control Group Design The sample in this study were lactating mothers with anemia who were registered at the KIA PMB Samsa Qomariyah register in May-October 2022 as many as 40 people, the sampling technique was total sampling. The average HB level in the intervention group was 10.175 gr/dl pretest and 10.865 gr/dl posttest. The average HB level in the control group was 11.250 gr/dl pretest and 11.275 gr/dl posttest. Beetroot juice and honey are effective in increasing hemoglobin levels in lactating mothers with a p.value of 0.000 (p <0.005). Beetroot juice and honey are effective in increasing hemoglobin levels in nursing mothers. It is expected that breastfeeding mothers consume vegetables and fruit that contain lots of iron and vitamin C to increase HB levels and prevent anemia.
Risk Factor Analysis Of Low Birth Weight Events (Lbw) At Kartika Husada Hospital
Authors: Herawati Santi , Tridiyawati Feva
Published: March 2024

WHO and UNICEF data, in 2013 around 22 million babies were born in the world, of which 16% of them were born with low birth weight babies. Indonesia ranks third as a country with the highest prevalence of LBW (11.1%), after India (27.6%) and South Africa (13.2%). In addition, Indonesia is also the second country with the highest prevalence of LBW among ASEAN countries, after the Philippines (21.2%). The impact of LBW on babies is at risk for degenerative diseases, and babies will experience mental disabilities if the baby experiences a lack of nutrition for a long time. Knowing the analysis of risk factors for low birth weight events. Analytical with a cross-sectional design. The sample in this study was 95 babies born at Kartika Husada Hospital Bekasi in January-June 2021 (systematic random sampling). Most pregnant women did not give birth to low birth weight babies (69.5%), aged 20-35 years (89.5%), did not have preeclampsia (94.7%), gestational age 37-42 weeks (76.8%), and did not KPD (84.2%). There is a relationship between maternal age, pre-eclampsia, gestational age and KPD with the incidence of LBW at Kartika Husada Bekasi Hospital in 2022 (p. value <0.005).There is a relationship between maternal age, pre-eclampsia, gestational age and KPD with the incidence of LBW at Kartika Husada Bekasi Hospital in 2022. It is hoped that pregnant women will try to prevent the occurrence of KPD which can cause the birth of LBW babies.
The Effect of the Rebozo and Effleurage Techniques on Reducing Contraction Pain During Labor at TPMB Lina Maryati in 2022
Authors: Maryati Lina , Nursitiyaroh Nursitiyaroh
Published: March 2024

Pain that lasts from the first stage to the third stage of labor is referred to as labor pain. Apart from being a subjective experience, labor pain is also the result of physical sensations caused by uterine contractions, cervical dilatation and effacement, and fetal descent. Purpose of Writing: to determine the Effectiveness of the Rebozo and Effleurage Techniques in Reducing Contraction Pain During Labor at TPMB Lina Maryati in 2022. Research Methods: In this study it was experimental (quasi-experimental) with a control group design and an experimental group with a quantitative approach. Sampling in this study was a total sampling of 15 people. The sample technique used was accidental sampling. Research results: between using the rebozo and effleurage techniques before and after the mean rank was 8.00 and the sum rank was 120.00. A value of 15 means that this result indicates a decrease (reduction) from the value before and after meaning that all respondents who experienced contraction pain during labor had a reduction in contraction pain using rebozo and effleurage so that it was concluded that there was a significant difference in the pain scale of contractions before and after the rebozo technique was carried out and effleurage, thus it can be concluded that the rebozo and effleurage techniques are effective in reducing contraction pain or in other words, there is effectiveness of the rebozo and effleurage techniques in reducing contraction pain during labor. Conclusions and Suggestions: can be a guideline for health workers, especially midwives in applying this technique to mothers in labor in an effort to reduce or eliminate pain experienced by mothers during contractions.
The Effectiveness Of Using Coconut Oil, Aloe Vera And Sirih Kapur To Prevent Striae Gravidarum In Third Trimester Pregnant Women In The Working Area Of The Cilograng Health Center In 2022
Authors: Awal Permata Fitri , Khairiah Rahayu
Published: March 2024

Background : The prevalence of pregnant women with Striae Gravidarum generally ranges from 50-90%. Striae Gravidarum gives itchiness, heat, and dryness, as well as emotional disturbances, causing serious self-confidence problems (Sharon, Salter M, Alexa B, Kimball M, 2006 in Lubis research, Thaufik Wydiawati Suhartono. 2015) Based on research conducted by Uddin SS and Asimas on 80 samples of pregnant women in Pakistan in 2015, various physiologic skin changes were found during pregnancy, the majority of which were changes in pigmentation (70%), linea nigra (54.3%), and striae gravidarum (51.9%). The etiology of Striae Gravidarum is unknown, predispositions include hormonal, skin elasticity, and mechanical stretching. This is why there is no effective method to protect or treat Striae Gravidarum.Writing purpose : This study aims to determine the Effectiveness of the Use of Coconut Oil, Aloe Vera and Kapur Sirih to Prevent Striae Gravidarum in the Work Area of the Cilograng Health Center in 2022.Research methods : This research was carried out because the number of pregnant women who experienced striae gravidarum was 40 people, of the 3rd trimester pregnant women there were 65 people. This research will be conducted at the Cilograng Health Center, Lebak Regency. The subjects to be studied are mothers at the Cilograng Health Center, Lebak Regency. This research was carried out by Quasi Experiment with the Nonequivalent Control Group Design having two groups. Research result : It shows that from 10 respondents, the results of the analysis were obtained after the Strae Gravidae intervention using coconut oil, aloe vera, and whiting was 10.667 with a standard deviation of 714 and a standard error of 292. And the interval estimation results can be concluded that it is believed to be 95%.Conclusions and recommendations : It can be concluded that the effectiveness of coconut oil, aloe vera and whiting has an effect on striaee gravidarum. It is hoped that this research will provide socialization about the prevention of striae gravidarum in third trimester pregnant women so that the prevention of striae gravidarum can be resolved quickly and does not cause striaee gravidarum to become more severe in the Cilograng Health Center Work Area.