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Marketing Livestock and Meat Products from Drylands: A Case Study of Abattoirs and Meat Eateries in Turkana, Kenya
Authors: Anno Ekiru Francis
Published: January 2025

The economy of Kenya's arid and semi-arid regions is predominantly based on livestock husbandry. In Turkana, livestock farming supports over 60% of the people, serving as a source of sustenance, income, and capital for varied livelihoods. Abattoirs and livestock markets are essential enterprises that connect livestock-producing regions, herders, and traders with prospective markets. Conversely, operational issues have significantly impeded the functionality, competitiveness, and profitability of Kenyan abattoirs and livestock markets. The study aimed to (i) evaluate the performance of abattoirs and livestock markets in Kenya's drylands and comparable areas in Eastern Africa; (ii) ascertain the importance of abattoirs and meat eateries to the economy of livestock farmers and traders in Turkana; and (iii) examine the effects of performance-limiting factors on the outputs of abattoirs, livestock markets, and meat eateries in Turkana. The study was structured using exploratory and descriptive research designs, utilising a mixed methods technique for data collecting, involving 96 study participants. The study results indicated that abattoirs, livestock markets, and meat eateries are substantially hindered by several political, economic, social, cultural, legal, technological, and environmental issues. The Pareto Chart identifies insufficient funding for marketing operations, pervasive internal and cross-border conflicts, governmental legislation and policy, and considerable distances to markets as the primary impediments contributing to numerous other challenges impacting the livestock sector's performance in Turkana. The study underscores the necessity of structuring livestock marketing operations by utilising corporate models that prioritise risk aversion, market orientation, capitalisation and rationalization of consumer bahaviour. Strategic management and marketing, comprehensive market analysis, guaranteed government and donor financing, formation of public-private partnerships, livestock business diversification, and conversion of abattoirs, livestock markets and meat eateries into cooperative societies would enhance livestock sector performance in terms of competitiveness, profitability, and sustainability.
EFL Learners’ Perceptions of Factors Contributing to their Cultural Intelligence
Authors:   National Defense University Istanbul, Karadag Gokce Tugba Nur , Koc Didem Koban ,   Izmir Democracy University
Published: January 2025

This study aims to provide qualitative insights from interviews with preparatory program students, examining factors that influence cultural intelligence (CQ) development. To achieve this, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners to explore factors affecting their CQ beyond English language learning alone. Content analysis, following a six-step approach, was used to analyze the qualitative data, identifying four main factors influencing CQ: individual effort, social interaction, internet, and classroom. The interviews showed that individual effort and social interaction, including engagement on social media, significantly impact CQ development. When asked about CQ improvement activities, most students indicated a lack of dedicated cultural activities but showed a strong interest in them. This study adds to the existing literature by emphasizing the importance of cultural activities within language education. Keywords: culture, cultural intelligence, cultural intelligence development, English as a foreign language.
University’s Role in Shaping Intercultural Competence Among Students
Authors:   International Balkan University, Skopje, North Macedonia, Mitevska Petrusheva Katerina , Ziberi Fatime
Published: January 2025

Throughout university studies, students are prepared and equipped with the knowledge and skills required for entering a specific profession. However, in today’s globalized and culturally diverse society, this is not enough and the need for developing intercultural competence is of great importance. In achieving this, academic courses and students’ overall university experiences can contribute significantly. From here, this paper aims to examine students’ intercultural competences, through assessing the three domains: intercultural knowledge, emotions and behavior. The survey was conducted on a sample of 81 undergraduate students at the International Balkan University (IBU) in Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia, who have taken the course Multicultural Education. Results have shown that students have moderate to high levels in the domains of knowledge and emotions and slightly lower levels in the behavior domain. Findings suggest that students show awareness and care for issues related to the use of different languages, racial and gender inequalities, financial status, and differing sexual orientation, whereas the topics of ethnicity and religious prejudices, for which scores are lower, require additional efforts and need to be addressed in a more structured and proactive manner. This paper also provides recommendations for planning more meaningful and effective teaching and learning activities for the purpose of developing intercultural competencies
MUCORMICOSE RINO-ÓRBITO-CEREBRAL EM PACIENTE CRÍTICO: RELATO DE CASO E REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Bellei Déborah Gomes , Pereira Geovane Souza , Lima Giovanna Lamarão , Marques Jamilly Rebouças Demosthenes , Cruz Ketllyn de Oliveira , Silva Soraya Souto da , Oliveira Filho Wilson de
Published: January 2025

Mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection with high mortality. It mainly affects immunocompromised patients or those with severe underlying clinical conditions. The genera responsible for most mucormycosis cases are Rhizopus spp., Mucor spp., and Lichtheimia spp., which are commonly found in the environment and grow rapidly. Humans are extensively exposed to them during daily activities. This case report describes a presentation of rhino-orbito-cerebral mucormycosis. A 48-year-old female patient, diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, hypertension, obesity, and obstructive uropathy, progressed to refractory septic shock of urinary origin, diabetic ketoacidosis, and dialysis-dependent renal failure. After one week of hospitalization, a well-defined violaceous plaque measuring 2 cm was observed in the nasal region, which rapidly progressed to an extensive necrotic plaque with vascular ischemic characteristics. It affected the nasal region, forehead, maxillae, and upper lip, as well as infiltrated the bilateral orbital region with a cotton-like appearance. Despite early clinical suspicion, timely diagnosis, and the initiation of appropriate antifungal treatment, the outcome was unfavorable, with death occurring approximately one week after the lesion's onset, reflecting the severity of mucormycosis.
Effect of Laser Therapy on Inflammation in Pneumonia or Pneumonia Sepsis through the Nf-Kb Regulatory Pathway: A Literature Review Study
Authors: Rahmad Rahmad , Djaharuddin Irawati , Fauzi Yanuar Rahmat , Purbasari Bethasiwi , Hakimah Annisatul , Waluyo Yose
Published: January 2025

Pneumonia is the most frequent cause of death from infectious diseases is the eighth leading cause of death in the United States. Meanwhile, sepsis and septic shock remain the leading causes of death among critical patients despite decades of significant advances in supportive therapy. A major factor leading to high morbidity and mortality from septic shock is the lack of effective treatment. Many different options have been proposed, among which the prospect of low-level laser therapy is being discussed quite actively. Laser therapy is a viable way to treat pneumonia or sepsis pneumonia. It is known for its benefits as an anti-inflammatory effect that can reduce the levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, namely IL-6, as well as increase TNFα levels and enhance the balance of inflammatory processes. Additional research is required to confirm the effect of laser therapy on inflammation, especially the NF-kB pathway in cases of pneumonia or sepsis pneumonia in vitro, in vivo and in clinical studies.
The Autonomic-Cognition Clinical Correlation in Indonesian Parkinson’s Disease Subjects
Authors: Jody Abraham Al , Tiksnadi Amanda , Hildaria Margareth , Asmoro Anastasia , Candra Putri Nabilah , Tunjungsari Dyah
Published: January 2025

Background: Dysautonomia and cognitive impairment are common in PD, affecting quality of life and disease progression. Understanding their connection enables earlier identification of at-risk patients. This study investigates the correlation between dysautonomia and cognitive impairment in Indonesian PD patients. Methods and Materials: This cross-sectional study collected demographic and clinical data, including SCOPA-COG INA and SCOPA-AUT INA. Independent t-tests, Mann-Whitney U tests, Pearson’s, and Spearman’s correlation tests analyzed associations. Results: We recruited 33 PD subjects, primarily male (72.7%) and elderly (63.6%). The median age was 61 years, with 60.6% having a disease duration of at least 5 years and 66.7% at a mild stage. Median levodopa equivalent daily dose (LEDD) was 325 mg. Median SCOPA-COG INA and SCOPA-AUT INA were 24 and 17. Cognitive impairment was present in 45.4%, and dysautonomia in 15.2%. Elderly subjects had lower SCOPA-COG INA (20.19±7.18 vs 27.58±5.98). Cognitively impaired subjects had worse SCOPA-AUT INA (20.6±7.81 vs. 13.89±6.43) and higher LEDD (408.33±140.25 vs. 275.28±134.51). Cognitively impaired subjects had worse SCOPA-AUT INA urinary symptoms (p<0.05). No differences were found between subjects with and without dysautonomia or when divided by median SCOPA-AUT INA. SCOPA-COG INA and SCOPA-AUT INA were significantly correlated (ρ = -0.368, p < 0.05), as were the SCOPA-COG INA memory domain and SCOPA-AUT INA cardiovascular domain (ρ = 0.399, p < 0.05). Conclusion: In Indonesian PD patients, cognitive impairment is significantly correlated with dysautonomia. Age, age at onset, and LEDD were significantly associated with cognitive impairment but not with dysautonomia. Further exploration could enhance understanding of this correlation.
Exploring the Relationship Between Comprehensive Respiratory Assessment and Intra-Extracardiac Biomarkers in Heart Failure Rehabilitation
Authors: Triangto Kevin , Radi Basuni , Siswanto Bambang B. , Tambunan Tresia FU. , Heriansyah Teuku , Harahap Alida R. , Kekalih Aria , Katsukawa Hajime , Santoso Anwar
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) is well-known as a systemic disease that involves cardiac and extracardiac issues, with respiratory function playing on of the key role in rehabilitation prognosis. Biomarkers such as soluble suppression of tumorigenicity 2 (sST2), myostatin, miRNA-133, and NT-proBNP indicate disease progression. Notably, sST2, which is also produced by the lungs, predicts heart failure outcomes. This study examines the relationship between comprehensive respiratory assessments (e.g., diaphragmatic ultrasonography, spirometry) and intra-extracardiac biomarkers to improve rehabilitation strategies. Methods: Sixty-nine HFrEF patients underwent respiratory evaluations, including diaphragmatic ultrasonography, spirometry, chest expansion measurements, and a six-minute walking test (6MWT). Biomarkers assessed were sST2, myostatin, miRNA-133, and NT-proBNP. Associations between respiratory parameters and biomarkers were analyzed using t-tests and correlation analyses. Results: The median age was 56 years, and 33 (47.82%) of the subjects had diaphragmatic dysfunction, resulting in poorer 6MWT performance (378.03±58.15 m vs 409.75±63.65 m, p=0.017) and other parameters. Superior chest expansion negatively correlated with sST2 (r=−0.387, p=0.001) and positively with miRNA-133 (r=0.442, p<0.001). Similar results were found for inferior chest expansion. No significant correlations were observed for other biomarkers. Conclusion: This study highlights strong associations between chest expansion and sST2/miRNA-133, suggesting that incorporating respiratory assessments and training into HFrEF rehabilitation could enhance outcomes by addressing cardiorespiratory insufficiencies. Given sST2's predictive value for heart failure prognosis, these findings support a multi-component rehabilitation strategy incorporating respiratory training, such as aerobic and inspiratory muscle exercises, to enhance cardiopulmonary outcomes. This integrated approach offers promise for future HFrEF rehabilitation protocols.
Case Report: Excision of Left Maxillary Osteosarcoma in a 16-Year-Old Boy Under General Anesthesia with Difficult Airway Procedure
Authors: Julia Listyo Lindawati , Kapuangan Christopher
Published: January 2025

Osteosarcoma is a rare, malignant bone tumor commonly found in adolescents, affecting the long bones. Maxillary involvement, though less frequent, can present significant challenges in surgical resection and anesthetic management. This case describes a 16-year-old male with a maxillary osteosarcoma sinistra undergoing excision under general anesthesia, performed with difficult airway intubation devices. Endotracheal tube (ETT) insertion via nasal intubation is performed with awake intubation. At the end of surgery, the patient was extubated uneventfully and referred to ICU.
MEMAHAMI DINAMIKA PENDIDIKAN KESETARAAN DALAM PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT DESA : PKBM RUMAH PINTAR KARANGHARJO SILO JEMBER
Authors: Hidayati Novia , Mustofa Zidhki , Basri Hasan
Published: January 2025

Pendidikan kesetaraan di desa merupakan instrumen penting dalam pemberdayaan masyarakat, terutama bagi kelompok yang terpinggirkan. Program pendidikan kesetaraan seperti yang diimplementasikan di PKBM Rumah Pintar Jember menawarkan akses pendidikan yang lebih luas bagi warga belajar, termasuk anak-anak yang putus sekolah atau belum tamat jenjang pendidikan formal. Meskipun begitu, implementasi pendidikan kesetaraan dihadapkan pada beberapa tantangan, seperti kurangnya sosialisasi, dukungan pendanaan, dan partisipasi masyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengekplorasi dan menganalisis peran pendidikan kesetaraan dalam meningkatkan kualitas hidup dan pemberdayaan masyarakat desa. Pendekatan penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif. Berdasarkan studi kepustakaan, observasi, wawancara serta dokumentasi. Penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi signifikan terhadap pemahaman tentang dinamika pendidikan kesetaraan dan perannya dalam pemberdayaan masyarakat desa.
Strategi yang cerdas dan fleksibel diperlukan untuk mengatasi tantangan implementasi pendidikan kesetaraan. Antara lain, peningkatan sosialisasi dan kesadaran masyarakat, kerjasama dengan sektor swasta dan lembaga non-pemerintah, pengembangan kapasitas tenaga pengajar, fleksibilitas dalam metode pembelajaran, monitoring dan evaluasi berkelanjutan, pemberdayaan komunitas, serta fokus pada keterampilan praktis. Dengan demikian, pendidikan kesetaraan dapat meningkatkan efektivitasnya dan memberdayakan masyarakat desa secara signifikan. Hasilnya adalah individu yang terdidik dan berdaya saing tinggi, serta dukungan pembangunan sosial dan ekonomi yang berkelanjutan di tingkat komunitas. Oleh karena itu, penting untuk mengatasi kesenjangan pendidikan di pedesaan dan memberdayakan perempuan melalui akses yang setara ke pendidikan untuk menciptakan masyarakat yang lebih adil dan setara.
Tembakau Jember dalam Kerangka Teori Ketergantungan: Dinamika Ekonomi Lokal dan Pengaruh Global
Authors: Prelina Dili , Hikmah Faiqoh Nurul
Published: January 2025

Teori ketergantungan dalam administrasi pembangunan menjelaskan bahwa negara berkembang sering kali terjebak dalam pola ketergantungan ekonomi pada negara maju, yang menyebabkan ketidakmampuan untuk berkembang secara mandiri (Frank, 1966). Studi kasus di Kota Jember, Indonesia, mengilustrasikan bagaimana ketergantungan pada investasi asing dan dominasi perusahaan multinasional dalam sektor pertanian tembakau telah memengaruhi pembangunan lokal. Di Jember, sektor pertanian, terutama tembakau, menjadi salah satu sektor utama yang dikuasai oleh perusahaan-perusahaan besar dari luar negeri (Amin, 1974). Sebagian besar produk tembakau Jember diekspor ke negara-negara maju, tetapi petani lokal hanya menerima sedikit manfaat dari rantai nilai ini, sementara keuntungan yang lebih besar dinikmati oleh perusahaan multinasional (Dos Santos, 1970).Penerapan teori ketergantungan di Jember menunjukkan bahwa pembangunan ekonomi yang bergantung pada ekspor komoditas primer, seperti tembakau, telah menciptakan ketimpangan ekonomi antara pihak asing dan masyarakat lokal. Hal ini memperkuat struktur ketergantungan ekonomi di mana sumber daya lokal dieksploitasi untuk kepentingan pasar global, sementara pemerintah daerah kesulitan untuk menciptakan pembangunan yang berkelanjutan dan inklusif (Wallerstein, 1974). Studi ini menyimpulkan bahwa strategi pembangunan di Jember yang terlalu bergantung pada pasar global tanpa memperkuat basis ekonomi lokal hanya memperdalam ketergantungan ekonomi, sehingga perlu adanya kebijakan yang lebih berfokus pada pengembangan industri lokal dan diversifikasi ekonomi untuk memutus rantai ketergantungan (Cardoso & Faletto, 1979).
Manejo da Crise Hipertensiva: Uma Revisão da Literatura Recente
Authors: Macedo Ryan Rafael Barros de , Sousa Thalita Duarte , Lira Itallo Thiago Santos de , Pezzin Henrique Sarlo , Campolina Gabriela Arbex , Fernandes Fernanda Pimenta , Bonfim Ítalo Dias , Vianna Laura Diniz Reis , Agostinetto Laís , Rodrigues Yana Queiroz , Matias Victor Emanuel Freitas , Filho Almiro Sadao Massuda , Lourenço João Vitor de Paula
Published: January 2025

A crise hipertensiva é caracterizada por uma elevação súbita e grave da pressão arterial, frequentemente associada a danos em órgãos-alvo e com potencial para desfechos fatais se não tratada adequadamente. Este estudo realiza uma revisão bibliográfica abrangente sobre o manejo da crise hipertensiva, com foco nas abordagens terapêuticas e nos desafios clínicos. Foram analisados artigos publicados entre 2019 e 2024, disponíveis na base de dados PubMed, utilizando os descritores 'Hypertensive Crisis' e 'Treatment'. Os resultados destacam a importância de estratégias personalizadas para o controle da pressão arterial, considerando a fisiopatologia individual e o tipo de emergência. A revisão aponta para a eficácia de agentes intravenosos, como clevidipina e esmolol, em emergências específicas, e para a necessidade de evitar reduções abruptas na pressão arterial, que podem agravar a isquemia e causar danos adicionais. Apesar dos avanços, lacunas permanecem quanto a consensos sobre metas pressóricas e terapias ideais, enfatizando a necessidade de mais estudos clínicos para orientar práticas baseadas em evidências
التعايش مع الآخر في القرآن الكريم
Authors: Hassan Dr. Muti'e
Published: January 2025

This study represents a pause with the verses of the Holy Qur’an to clarify the rulings of religion, regarding the relationship of Muslims with others within society or the same country. These texts came calling on Muslims to coexist with others, including Jews, Christians, disbelievers and others, under a wise rule that calls for preserving the rights of all individuals without discrimination to religion, land, race or tribe. This coexistence must be based on principles, in which individuals get all their rights of freedom, justice, equality and equal citizenship in rights and duties. There must be controls that determine the area guaranteed for these rights, so that chaos does not prevail and fires of war do not ignite between members of the societies. This also comes as a statement of what was the case in the life of the Prophet (God's peace and prayers be upon him), in his call to all people. He lived with the disbelievers and others in Mecca and Medina and addressed everyone, and established treaties, dialogue, peace and agreements with them and that guaranteed common interests and peace for everyone despite the differences in religion and land.
Among the most important results:
The Holy Qur’an mentioned general principles of justice, equality, freedom, dialogue -and others.
These principles represent a basis and broad outlines for coexistence in the
societies.
Among the most important results:
,The Holy Qur’an mentioned general principles of justice, equality, freedom, dialogue -and others These principles represent a basis and broad outlines for coexistence in the societies.
- The diversity of the Holy Quran’s discourse with the People of the Book and the polytheists is a call to coexist with them
- Defining principles and controls for coexistence to preserve the features of religion and preserve rights
Unveiling Key Drivers of Consumer Purchase Decisions in the Evolving Cosmetics Industry
Authors: Kesuma Suryawan Tjokorda Gde Agung Wijaya , Meiyani Gusti Ayu Eva
Published: January 2025

This study examines the influence of brand image, word-of-mouth (WOM), and competitive advantage on purchasing decisions in the cosmetics sector, focusing on CRRANTE products at Mutiara Permai Cantika Cosmetics Store, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia. Utilizing a quantitative, causal-associative approach, data were collected from 96 respondents through purposive random sampling. The analysis included validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, determination analysis, as well as F-test and t-tests to evaluate the simultaneous and partial effects of the independent variables on purchasing decisions. The findings reveal that brand image, WOM, and competitive advantage have a positive and statistically significant impact on purchasing decisions both individually and collectively. These results emphasize the importance of fostering a strong brand image, leveraging positive WOM, and maintaining a competitive edge to influence consumer behavior effectively. This research contributes to the field of international marketing by providing valuable insights into consumer decision-making processes within a highly competitive local cosmetics market. It offers practical implications for businesses aiming to strengthen their market position and academic value for further exploration of purchasing dynamics in similar contexts.
US-China Space Warfare: Implications for Pakistan
Authors: Muhammad Usman
Published: January 2025

In the contemporary world, there are no areas left where competition among states is not underway especially in international politics where global powers have always been involved in pursuing national interests. Same is the case with the area of Space where states are trying to dominate each other by increasing space capabilities and technological advancements. It has resulted in the mounting rivalry between United States and China in space which has grave implications for many countries especially Pakistan. The study will shed light on US-China space strategies and tactics against each other to dominate space. The study further aims at exploring the consequences of the increasing pace of space militarization including anti-satellite systems and space-based intelligence systems for Pakistan’s national security/defense, defense policy, and regional stability. As a country that develop space ambitions and is close friends with both superpowers especially China and having a tense relation with the US, Pakistan is now in very difficult space to maneuver in this new game. In this respect the study insists on the search for vision conceived as more realistic but capable of providing the basis for the definition of a strategy that can be instrumental for the national interest, the development of technology and stability in the region. By doing so, some of the risks inherent with entering this new environment will be mitigated, and other possible opportunities in the environment will be taken.
Ang Industriya ng Niyog sa Pilipinas Pagkalipas ng EDSA at ang Kalagayan ng mga Magniniyog sa Kanilang Panitikan
Authors:   Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Peña Romeo
Published: January 2025

On January 22, 1987, about a year since the start of President Corazon C. Aquino’s incumbency, many farmers marched on the streets of Manila to protest the lack of land reform promised by Aquino when she began her term as a president. The Aquino administration responded with bullets from an M-16 that killed 13 farmers and wounded 51 protesters near the Malacañang palace, specifically in Mendiola. Among the dead were some coconut farmers. The purpose of this study is to present and analyze the literature of coconut farmers in the Philippines, specifically in the Bondoc Peninsula which is part of Quezon Province and to present the status of the coconut industry in the Philippines since President Corazon C. Aquino’s term.
Pernicious Martial Law Imprints Still Palpable
Authors:   Chairman, Makabayan, Ocampo Satur
Published: January 2025

The article highlights the premise that human rights violations and martial law abuses are still at the fore in today’s context. The author, a political prisoner during martial law regime, and a victim of torture himself, provides somewhat an insider’s account and discusses impunity as one of the reasons why there is still markings and shadow military rule, also why such conditions prevailed up to now, and as well as why military police abuses have not been stopped despite the new administrations effort.
MY VISION, MISSION AND DEVELOPMENT GOALS FOR THE POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THEPHILIPPINES
Authors:   President, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, De Guzman Emanuel
Published: January 2025

The concept of epistemic community as applied in the academe has been the selling point in the crafting of the vision, mission and development goals of the author in his initial vie for the presidency of PUP. Using this context “clearing the path towards making PUP a reputable academic and professional epistemic community,” he proposes that changes could be done , in terms of devolution and democratization of processes, transparency in rewards and sanctions, refurbishing classrooms and creation of spaces for students to decongest the main campus, reconceptualization and reinstitutionalization of the student council and the student paper, and lobby for higher state subsidy as well as look for opportunities to augment budget through research and academic excellence.
Exploring Justifications and Enactment of Justification Curriculum in Elementary Classrooms
Authors:   Alma College, Store Jessie C.
Published: January 2025

Standards for mathematics teaching require teachers to employ teaching practices that promote justification of mathematical ideas. This expected teaching practice is situated in substantial research on students’ and teachers’ difficulties with justifying mathematical ideas. This study shows different ways elementary school students in grades three through five may justify mathematical conjectures about pattern-finding activities. It also shows that even when teachers are capable of justifying particular tasks, enactment of such tasks in ways that encourage students to go beyond example-based justifications may be problematic. Video and audiotapes of class activities, students’ written work, and curriculum materials were sources of data.
Focus Group Outcomes of the Happy Kids Program
Authors:   Edith Cowan University, Anderson Karen , Ferguson Neil , Partington Gary , Byrne Matt
Published: January 2025

In this article, the outcomes of The Happy Kids project, a strategy to improve the social and emotional well-being of primary school students, were examined. Results indicated that the Happy Kids program had demonstrated positive social and emotional outcomes for students in all schools, in particular, a positive impact upon students’ confidence, social skills and well-being. In addition, the program has demonstrated positive improvement in students’ attendance. Given its positive impact in schools in both metropolitan and regional areas of WA, it has demonstrated transferability and adaptability to local contexts. It can only be hoped that its impact can be felt in later years as the students involved continue with secondary education.
The Effects of Educational Level, Work Period, and Motivation on Nurse Care Coordinators’ Performance in Public Health Centers
Authors: Yulianingsih Nengsih , Priyanto  , Suryatna Sally Yustinawati , Amalia Linda , Fitriana Lisna Anisa
Published: January 2025

Context. The implementation of public health care services at public health centers cannot be separated from the role of nurse care coordinators who carry out these service functions based on the level of education, work period, and motivation of the nurse care coordinator. Aims: This study aimed to analyze and determine the extent of the relationship between education level, work period, and motivation with the performance of nurse care coordinators in all public health centers in the Indramayu Regency, Indonesia. Settings and Design. This research used a quantitative approach where sampling was carried out through a total sampling of all nurse care coordinators in the public health centers in the Indramayu Regency. Methods and Material. A total sample of 49 nurses were recruited as respondents, and a questionnaire in the form of a Likert scale were disseminated to the respondents. Data were analyzed using descriptive and correlation analyses. Results. There was a significant relationship between the educational level variable and nurse performance (P = 0.001), the work period variable and nurse performance (P = 0.000), as well as between the motivation variable and nurse performance (P = 0.000). Level of education, work period, and motivation simultaneously influence the performance of nurse care coordinators. Conclusions. Our findings demonstrate that the level of education, work period, and motivation, both individually and simultaneously, have a significant relationship to the performance of nurse care coordinators at public health centers in Indramayu Regency.
Sobre la determinación social de la Práctica Médica
Authors: Pérez Castillo Rosa Georgina , Minero García Eduardo , Granados Cosme José Arturo
Published: January 2025

La Medicina Social y la Salud Colectiva son un campo del conocimiento científico sobre los procesos históricos y sociales que determinan las condiciones de salud de los grupos humanos. Este campo cuenta con dos objetos de estudio: la distribución diferenciada del proceso salud-enfermedad y la respuesta social organizada. El presente trabajo discute este planteamiento respecto del segundo objeto y propone partir de la distinción de distintos dominios: el económico, el político, el cultural y el ideológico. Al recuperar categorías conceptuales generales con ejemplos concretos, el trabajo busca desglosar, de forma esquemática y general, las articulaciones entre los principales referentes teóricos del campo. Con lo anterior se aporta una explicación general de la determinación social de la práctica médica que puede posteriormente, aplicarse a problemáticas sanitarias específicas.
“An individual only becomes an ‘I’ through the ‘You’”
Authors: Röbke Peter
Published: January 2025

Peter Röbke engages in a dialogue with Dietmar Flosdorf, a pioneer in music mediation and community music in Austria. They discuss specific projects, as well as the philosophical and ethical foundations of Dietmar’s work.
Hubungan Pengetahuan Wanita Usia Subur TentangPemakaian Alat Kontrasepsi Suntik 3 Bulan Dengan Peningkatan Berat Badan Di Tempat Praktek Mandiri Bidan Mardianum Tahun 2023
Authors: Eni Monaliska Sihombing
Published: January 2025

Keluarga berencana (KB) adalah upaya untuk mengatur kelahirananak, jarak dan usia ideal melahirkan, mengatur kehamilan, melaluipormosi, promosi perlindungan,dan bantuan sesuai dengan hak reproduksiuntuk mewujudkan keluarga yang berkualitas. Usaha untuk mencapai haltersebut, maka dibuatlah beberapa cara atau alternative yakni kontrasepsiatau mencegah bertemunnya sperma dengan ovum, sehingga tidak terjadipembuahan yang mengakibatkan kehamilan.Hasil penelitian menujukan bahwa mayoritas ibu yang memilikipengetahuanmayoritas, ibu yang memiliki pengetahuan dengan kategorikurang sebanyak 13 orang (36,1%), dan minoritas ibu yang memilikipengetahuan dengan kategori cukup sebanyak11 orang (30,6%). Dari 36 responden, mayoritas ibu yang mengalamipeningkatan berat badan sebanyak 17 orang (47,2%) dan minoritas ibuyang tidak mengalami peningkatan berat badan sebanyak 19 orang(52,8%). Ada hubungan antara pengetahuan wanita usia subur tentangpemakaina alat kontrasepsi suntik 3 bulan dengan peningktan berat badanpada tingkat kepercayaan 95% dengan ɑ 0.05% diperoleh sig (2 sided)0,000. Maka Ha diterima dan Ho ditolak yang berarti ada hubungandiantara kedua variabel pengetahuan ibu dengan peningkatan berat badan.Kesimpulan pada penelitian ini yaitu bahwa ada hubunganpengetahuan wanita usia subur dan peningkatan berat badan. DisarankanKepada ibu agar memakai kontrasepsi 3 bulan.Kata kunci :Pengetahuan,Usia Subur,Alat Kontrasepsi
GAMBARAN PENGETAHUN REMAJA PUTRI TENTANG PERSONALHYGIENE ORGAN REPRODUKSI DI DUSUN VI DESA TELAGA SARITAHUN 2021
Authors: Namiroh Falah Hasibuan
Published: January 2025

Menurut WHO pada tahun 2018, sekitar sep erlima penduduk dunia adalahremaja berumur 10-19 tahun. Penduduk Asia Pasifik merupakan 60% daripenduduk dunia, seperlimanya adalah remaja. Di Indonesia, data Biro PusatStatistik kelompok umur 10-19 tahun adalah sekitar 22%, yang terdiri dari 50,9%remaja laki-laki dan 49,1% remaja perempuan. (Arsani,dkk, 2019).Penelitian ini bersifat deskriptif dan menggunakan data primer tujuannyauntuk mengetahui gambaran pengetahuan remaja putri tentang personal hygienepada 36 remaja putri di Dusun VI Desa Telaga Sari Tahun 2021.Dengan menggunakan 20 pertanyaan hasil penelitian didapat 36 respondenbahwa responden dengan kategori baik sebanyak 8 orang (22,2%), pengetahuancukup sebanyak 12 orang (33,3%), dan pengetahuan kurang sebanyak 16 orang(44,4%).Di sarankan kepada remaja putri di Dusun VI Desa Telaga Sari lebihmeningkatkan pengetahuan yang baik tentang personal hygiene organreproduksi.Bagi peneliti selanjutnya yang dapat di jadikan bahan masukan dan pedomanunytuk melakukan penelitian selanjutnya yang berhubungan dengan gambaranpengetahuan remaja putri tentang personal hygiene organ reproduksi di Dusun VIDesa Telaga SariTahun 2021 dengan variable yang berbeda.Kata Kunci : Pengetahuan, Remaja Putri, Personal Hygiene
FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI PELAKSANAAN PSN DALAM PENANGGULANGAN KASUS DEMAM BERDARAH DI PUSKESMAS HELVETIA MEDAN TAHUN 2020
Authors: Zulheri  , Thomson P Nadapdap  , May Elisa
Published: January 2025

Demam berdarah dengue adalah penyakit akut yang disebabkan infeksi virusyang dibawa oleh nyamuk Aedes aeygpti dan Aedes albopictus betina yangumumnya menyerang pada musim panas dan musim penghujan. Kota Medanmerupakan daerah endemis DBD yang memerlukan penanggulangan DBDdengan dan cara memberdayakan masyarakat. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk ntukmengetahui Bagaimana Faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi pelaksanaan PSNdalam penanggulangan kasus demam berdarah di wilayah kerja PuskesmasHelvetia Medan Tahun 2020.Jenis penelitian ini adalah survei analitik dengan desain cross sectional. Lokasipenelitian di kerja Puskesmas Helvetia Medan Tahun 2020. Populasi dalampenelitian ini adalah masyarakat yang mengalami penyakit DBD dan seluruhpopulasi dijadikan sebagai sampel penelitian. Teknik dan cara pengumpulandata dengan menggunakan kuesioner.Dari hasil analisis uji resgresi logistik diperoleh hasil bahwa variabel yangmemiliki npengaruh terhadap penanggulangan kasus DBD adalah variabeldukungan tenaga kesehatan diperoleh nilai sig (0,046) < 0,05 dan variabelsumber informasi diperoleh sig (0,010) < 0,05 yang berarti memiliki pengaruhdalam penanggulangan kasus DBD di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Helvetia.Kesimpulan dalam penelitian ini adlah bahwasannya dukungan tenagakesehatan dan sumber informasi memiliki pengaruh besar terhadap perilakumasyarakat sehingga disarankan bagi tenaga kesehatan agar lebih seringamelakukan penyuluhan tentang penanggulangan kasus DBD memlalui upayapencegahan yaitu melaksanakan 3M dan pelaksanaan fogingKata Kunci: Pengetahuan, Sikap, Dukungan Tenaga Kesehatan, DukunganKader Dan Sumber informasi
HUBUNGAN PENGETAHUAN DAN SIKAP AKSEPTOR KB DENGAN KB SUNTIK 3 BULAN DI KLINIK HARAPAN KELUARGATAHUN 2021
Authors: Eka Sylviana Siregar
Published: January 2025

Keluarga Berencana (KB) merupakan salah satu pelayanan kesehatanpreventif yang utama bagi wanita. Tujuan program KB adalah membentuk keluargakecil sesuai dengan kekuatan sosial ekonomi. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah Untukmengetahui hubungan pengetahuan dan sikap akseptor KB tentang KB suntik 3bulan dengan kepatuhan kunjungan ulang.Jenis penelitian berbentuk desktiptif,dengan menggunakanPenelitian ini menggunakan metode survei, denganpendekatan Cross sectional yaitu dimana data yang menyangkut variabel akibat,akan dikumpulkan dalam waktu bersamaan.Hasil penelitianmenunjukkan bahwaAda hubungan antara pengetahuan dengan sikap akseptor dalam menangani efeksamping KB suntik tiga bulan dengan tingkat signifikasi p = 0,000 (<0,05).Pengetahuan adalah mayoritas responden yang memiliki pengetahuan baiksebanyak 15 0rang (48,9%) dan minoritas responden memiliki pengetahuan kurangsebanyak 9 orang (21,3%). Sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa akseptor KB Suntik3 bulan di Klinik Harapan KeluargaTahun 2021 mendapat pengetahuan yang baik.Kata kunci: Pengetahuan, Sikap, Akseptor KB Suntik 3 Bulan
FAKTOR-FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI TERJADINYA KETUBAN PECAH DINI PADA IBU BERSALIN DIKLINIK NIRMALA SAPNI MEDANTAHUN 2023
Authors: Sri Ilawati
Published: January 2025

Ketuban Pecah Dini adalah pecahnya ketuban sebelum persalinan dimulai/sebelum kala I disebut juga Prematur Rupture of the Membrane (PROM). Angkakejadian ibu yang mengalami ketuban pecah dini sebelum persalinan sekitar 6-19%. faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi terjadinya KPD yaitu pekerjaan ibusehari-hari yang terlalu berat, paritas, adanya riwayat KPD sebelumnya, dankehamilan ganda.Tujuan penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor apa saja yangmempengaruhi terjadinya ketuban pecah dini.Penelitian menggunakan metode survei analitik mengenai “Faktor-faktorYang Mempengaruhi Terjadinya Ketuban Pecah Dini Pada Ibu Bersalin Di KlinikNirmala Sapni Medan” dengan jumlah sampel 46 responden dengan alatpengumpulan data daftar checklist.Hasil penelitian ini terlihat bahwa pekerjaan, paritas, riwayat ketubanpecah dini sebelumnya dan kehamilan kembar mempengaruhi terjadinyaketuban pecah dini.Diharapkan kepada tenaga kesehatan untuk dapat meningkatkan mutupelayanan yang salah satunya adalah menganjurkan ibu hamil untuk rajinmemeriksakan kehamilannya.Kata Kunci : Faktor-faktor Terjadinya Ketuban Pecah Dini
FAKTOR- FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN PEMBERIAN ASI EKSKLUSIF DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS STABAT TAHUN 2024
Authors: Eni Monaliska Sihombing
Published: January 2025

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan faktor-faktor yangberhubungan dengan pemberian ASI Eksklusif di Wilayah Kerja PuskesmasStabat Tahun 2024. Jenis penelitian ini adalah survey analitik dengan pendekatancross sectional. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah ibu yang memiliki bayi usia6-12 bulan sebanyak 106 orang di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Stabat Tahun 2024.Sampel dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 51 orang ibu yang memiliki bayi usia 6- 12bulan. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik accidental sampling, yaitusampel dilakukan dengan mengambil kasus atau responden yang kebetulan adaatau tersedia di suatu tempat sesuai dengan konteks penelitian di Wilayah KerjaPuskesmas Stabat. Jenis Desain penelitian yang dilakukan adalah survei analitikyaitu penelitian yang mencoba menggali bagaimana dan mengapa fenomena ituterjadi. Jenis penelitian ini merupakan penelitian korelasi deskriptif denganmenggunakan pendekatan cross sectional . Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwaterdapat hubungan antara pengetahuan, sikap, dukungan suami, dan dukungantenaga kesehatan Dengan Pemberian ASI Eksklusif di Wilayah Kerja PuskesmasStabat Tahun 2024. Kesimpulan dalam penelitian ini diharapkan agar tenagakesehatan di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Stabat dapat lebih sering lagi melakukanpenyuluhan tentang manfaat ASI.Kata Kunci : Pengetahuan, Sikap Dukungan Suami, Dukungan TenagaKesehatan, Pemberian ASI EKsklusif
HUBUNGAN POLA MAKAN DENGAN KEJADIAN GASTRITIS PADA REMAJA DI BPM INDAH SURYAWATI KECAMATAN BINJAI TIMUR KOTAMADYA BINJAITAHUN 2023
Authors: Nur Hasanah
Published: January 2025

Kejadian penyakit gastritis meningkat sejak 5 – 6 tahun ini bisa menyerangsemua jenis kelamin karena pola makan yang buruk dan kebiasaanmengkonsumsi alkohol dan merokok, Penyakit gastritis ini lebih menyerangkepada usia remaja sampai dewasa. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan merupakanpenelitian kuantitatif dengan menggunakan desain analitik Cross sectional yangbertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara pola makan dengan kejadiangastritis pada remaja di BPM Indah Suryawati Kecamatan Binjai TimurKotamadya Binjai tahun 2023. Populasi yang diambil dalam penelitian ini adalahremaja yang berobat ke BPM Indah Suryawati, dengan jumlah populasi 31 orang dengan teknik pengambilan sampel yangadalah total sampling yaitu 31 orang. Hasil uji chi square diperoleh ada adahubungan antara pola makan dengan kejadian gastritis pada pasien gastritispada remaja di BPM Indah Suryawati kecamatan Binjai Timur Kotamadya BinjaiTahun 2023 dengan derajat kemaknaan (α) = 0,05 dan df = 1 diperoleh hasilperhitungan yaitu Sig (2-tailed) 0.042 < (α) = 0,05, ini menunjukkan adanyahubungan pola makan dengan kejadian gastritis, dimana responden dengan polamakan yang tidak teratur berisiko terjadi gastritis begitu juga sebaliknya.Kata kunci: Pola makan, Kejadian Gastritis
The Effectiveness of the Use of the Independent Teaching Platform to Improve Teacher Competence in the Independent Curriculum in Kindergarten
Authors: Supangat Rialita , Damilah Ida , Nurhayati Nurhayati , Zokir Kizi Akhunova Tamannoxon
Published: January 2025

This research was motivated by observations while it was found that teachers did not understand the Independent Curriculum. The government has provided facilities for the socialization of the Independent Curriculum. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of using the independent teaching platform to improve the competence of kindergarten teachers in the South Bogor District.  This research uses a descriptive approach, which has the following characteristics: conducted in a natural context, the research directly interacts with data sources. Data collection techniques with interviews, and filling out questionnaires. The population and sample are kindergarten teachers in South Bogor District. The results of this study show that the Independent Teaching Platform is the right forum to improve the competence, innovation, and creativity of teachers, especially in Kindergarten This is because the independent teaching platform has provided a variety of features that can help teachers get references, inspiration, and understanding of the independent curriculum. Where the more teachers learn it, the more knowledge and skills they get. Therefore, improving the quality of teachers can be done by maximizing the use of the independent teaching platform. The Independent Teaching Platform is effective in improving teacher competence, it is said to be effective because teachers can easily obtain various up-to-date information about education, by opening applications on their respective smartphones. Teachers can also share information, and inspire each other through inspirational videos. Teachers can give each other positive feedback developing other teachers' works throughout the archipelago
Mantenimiento Preventivo De Una Bomba De Inyección Lineal De Un Motor Hino J08 Euro 2 En El Banco De Pruebas Garner 20 Hp
Authors: Caiza Anthony , Chile Edison
Published: January 2025

Este artículo presenta el proceso de mantenimiento preventivo realizado en una bomba de inyección lineal de un motor Hino J08 Euro 2, utilizando el banco de pruebas Garner de 20 HP. El objetivo principal es establecer los pasos a seguir para mantener en óptimas condiciones la bomba de inyección y así garantizar el correcto funcionamiento del motor. Se detallan los procedimientos de desmontaje, inspección, limpieza, ajuste y remontaje de los componentes clave de la bomba. Además, se realizan pruebas de rendimiento en el banco para verificar el adecuado funcionamiento de la bomba después del mantenimiento. Los resultados obtenidos muestran que el mantenimiento preventivo efectuado permite mejorar la eficiencia y la vida útil de la bomba de inyección, lo que se traduce en un mejor desempeño del motor Hino J08 Euro 2.
 
Posteriormente, se recopila información técnica específica de la bomba de inyección mecánica, incluyendo su estructura externa e interna, las piezas y repuestos que deben cambiarse durante el mantenimiento, y la identificación de las herramientas necesarias para el desmontaje, montaje y manipulación de los componentes internos.
 
La investigación detalla los pasos a seguir antes y después del mantenimiento de la bomba, la descripción de cada componente interno, qué elementos reemplazar y cómo volver a ensamblar y calibrar la bomba utilizando el banco de pruebas diésel. Toda la información obtenida durante las pruebas se incluye en el trabajo, con el objetivo de ayudar a estudiantes y docentes a realizar prácticas adecuadas en el laboratorio.
LocatePop Solutions: Una Aplicación Móvil para la localización y búsqueda de Comercios Locales
Authors: Villaroel Risco Adriana , Toapanta Jonathan , Pillajo Jefferson , Punguil Bladimir
Published: January 2025

LocatePop Solutions es una aplicación móvil diseñada para facilitar la localización y búsqueda de comercios locales a través de servicios de geolocalización. Permite a los usuarios identificar tiendas cercanas, acceder a información detallada como horarios, calificaciones y reseñas, y obtener rutas rápidas hacia los establecimientos. La aplicación cuenta con tres roles distintos, lo que garantiza una experiencia personalizada y optimizada para diferentes tipos de usuarios. Este estudio presenta el desarrollo, diseño y funcionalidades de LocatePop, destacando su potencial para mejorar la conectividad entre los consumidores y los negocios locales.)
Automatizando el cálculo de Costos de Producción para Emprendedores
Authors: Cabrera Jorge , Chamorro Freddy , Ramos Edgar , Sandoval Shirley , Valencia Mario
Published: January 2025

El trabajo se centra en el desarrollo de una aplicación móvil destinada a facilitar el cálculo de costos de producción para emprendedores del sector rural en Quito, Ecuador. Esta herramienta tecnológica tiene como objetivo principal mejorar la eficiencia, reducir errores y promover la sostenibilidad económica de los negocios rurales. La aplicación busca ser una solución práctica para ayudar a los emprendedores a gestionar mejor sus recursos, optimizar sus procesos y tomar decisiones informadas que impulsen el crecimiento y la competitividad de sus negocios en entornos rurales desfavorecidos.
O „przemienności drogi dochodzenia roszczeń” przysługujących podróżnym na podstawie rozporządzenia nr 261/2004
Authors:   Uniwersytet Szczeciński, Wydział Zarządzania i Ekonomiki Usług, Ambrożuk Dorota
Published: January 2025

Celem artykułu jest przedstawienie kwestii związanych z możliwością wyboru drogi dochodzenia zryczałtowanego odszkodowania, wynikającego z art. 7 rozporządzenia nr 261/2004 przez pasażerów linii lotniczych, w świetle art. 12 i 16 tego rozporządzenia. Omówiono uchwałę SN z 7 lutego 2014 r., wskazując na problemy, jakie wynikają z przyjętej przez SN możliwości dochodzenia zryczałtowanych roszczeń, o których mowa w ww. przepisach, zarówno przed Prezesem ULC, jak i sądami powszechnymi. Problemy te wynikają głównie z przyjętego w prawie rozdziału kompetencji organów sądowych i organów administracyjnych do orzekania w danym rodzaju spraw, a co za tym idzie – z nieuwzględnienia w obowiązujących w Polsce procedurach sytuacji, w których kompetencja do rozstrzygania określonego rodzaju spraw została powierzona tak sądom powszechnym, jak i organom administracyjnym. Autorka podejmuje próbę oceny rozwiązania przyjętego w prawie polskim, w szczególności mając na uwadze wyrok TS z 17 marca 2016 r. w połączonych sprawach C-145/15 i C-146/15.