bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Multisystemic inflammatory syndrome related to COVID-19, with latent tuberculosis in bone marrow, and satisfactory response to tocilizumab, in a 7-year-old boy
Authors: Morel Z. , Suarez R. , Avalos E. , Velázquez S. , Martínez F. , Lezcano V. , Astigarraga N. , Ghezzi C. , Brizuela S. , Samudio G.
Published: February 2022

Paediatric inflammatory multisystem syndrome temporally associated with COVID-19 (PIMS-TS) or multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) is a new acute-onset systemic inflammatory disease, which mainly affects children. Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) is characterized by the presence of immune sensitization to Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) in the absence of any clinical or radiological evidence of active disease. We present a child with MIS-C related to COVID-19, with latent TB in the bone marrow, and satisfactory response to tocilizumab. It is important to pay attention in the investigation of TB cases in countries with a high prevalence of tuberculosis, especially when opting for immunusuppression.
Differentiation of Microencapsulated Neonatal Porcine Pancreatic Cell Clusters in Vitro Improves Transplant Efficacy in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Mice
Authors: Cheon Gyeong-Jin , Park Heon-Seok , Lee Eun-Young , Kim Min Jung , You Young-Hye , Rhee Marie , Kim Ji-Won , Yoon Kun-Ho
Published: February 2022

Background: Neonatal porcine pancreatic cell clusters (NPCCs) have been proposed as an alternative source of β cells for islet transplantation because of their low cost and growth potential after transplantation. However, the delayed glucose lowering effect due to the immaturity of NPCCs and immunologic rejection remain as a barrier to NPCC’s clinical application. Here, we demonstrate accelerated differentiation and immune-tolerant NPCCs by in vitro chemical treatment and microencapsulation.Methods: NPCCs isolated from 3-day-old piglets were cultured in F-10 media and then microencapsulated with alginate on day 5. Differentiation of NPCCs is facilitated by media supplemented with activin receptor-like kinase 5 inhibitor II, triiodothyronine and exendin-4 for 2 weeks. Marginal number of microencapsulated NPCCs to cure diabetes with and without differentiation were transplanted into diabetic mice and observed for 8 weeks.Results: The proportion of insulin-positive cells and insulin mRNA levels of NPCCs were significantly increased in vitro in the differentiated group compared with the undifferentiated group. Blood glucose levels decreased eventually after transplantation of microencapsulated NPCCs in diabetic mice and normalized after 7 weeks in the differentiated group. In addition, the differentiated group showed nearly normal glucose tolerance at 8 weeks after transplantation. In contrast, neither blood glucose levels nor glucose tolerance were improved in the undifferentiated group. Retrieved graft in the differentiated group showed greater insulin response to high glucose compared with the undifferentiated group.Conclusion: in vitro differentiation of microencapsulated immature NPCCs increased the proportion of insulin-positive cells and improved transplant efficacy in diabetic mice without immune rejection.
Comparison of Clinical and Radiological Features of Aquaporin4 (AQP-4) Antibody Positive Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) and Anti Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein (Anti-MOG) Syndrome-Our Experience from Northwest India
Authors: Jain Rajendra Singh , Jain Deepak , Murarka Sourabh , Vyas Arvind , Sharma Bhawna , Srivastava Trilochan , Kumar Kamlesh , Jain Yavnika , Rao Kavya , Agrawal Jitesh , Tejwani Shankar
Published: February 2022

Background:

More and more cases of myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) antibody are being diagnosed with the availability of laboratory tests helping us to know the differing patterns from AQP-4 antibody disease and we need to understand the natural course, treatment, and prognosis in a better way.

Objectives:

Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) and anti-MOG syndromes are immune-mediated inflammatory demyelinating conditions of the central nervous system (CNS) that mainly involve the optic nerves and the spinal cord. We conducted this study to compare demographic, clinical, laboratory, and radiological features of AQP-4 antibody and MOG antibody positive patients.

Methods:

A single-centre retrospective observational study from a large tertiary care university centre of Northwest India conducted during 2019--2021. We screened all patients presenting with acute CNS demyelinating attacks and recruited total 47 patients of which 25 were positive for AQP4 antibody and 22 were positive for MOG antibody. No patient tested positive for both antibodies. Data were collected using a standardized format including demographic, clinical, laboratory, and neuroimaging data.

Results:

In our study, total 47 patients were included, amongst which 25 patients were AQP4 antibody and 22 patients were MOG antibody positive. Though there was no gender preponderance, pediatric patients were more frequently affected in MOG antibody positive group. In AQP-4 antibody positive patients, myelitis was most common presenting clinical feature followed by optic neuritis (ON), simultaneous ON with myelitis, and brainstem syndrome. In MOG antibody positive group, myelitis was the commonest phenotype followed by ON, brainstem syndrome, and cerebral syndrome. The neuroimaging revealed involvement of medulla mainly area postrema, cervicodorsal spinal cord and extension of cervical lesion up to brainstem more commonly in AQP4 antibody group, on the other hand involvement of upper brainstem (midbrain and pons), cortex, and conus was more common in MOG antibody group.

Conclusion:

We have made an attempt to find differentiating features in AQP-4 vs. MOG antibody positive cases but they were of no statistically significance value as the numbers were small. Further larger studies may prove helpful in planning better strategies in two groups.
Gnathic variant of primary adenoid cystic carcinoma
Authors: Shome Sayani , Mallick Aishika , Kundu Sanchita , Gayen Swagata
Published: February 2022

Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma (AdCC) is an uncommon malignant epithelial salivary gland neoplasm, which is indolent yet persistent. Intraosseous /central variant of AdCC of the jaw is poorly understood owing to its innocuous clinical presentation thus posing a diagnostic challenge. AdCC is characterized by perineural invasion, late distant metastasis and a high recurrence rate, thus having a major effect on the mortality and morbidity rate. It is often diagnosed at an advanced stage which is chiefly achieved through histological examination and complete clinic-radiological work up. A clinical case of an intraosseous variant of AdCC, involving the mandible of a 49 year old male patient is discussed herewith, encompassing the entire spectrum of clinicopathological, radiological and treatment modalities rendered.
Escherichia coli Ingested via Food May Overshadow the Positive Effects of Clean Drinking Water: An Example from Dhaka
Authors: Jensen Peter Kjær Mackie , Hossain Zenat Zebin , Ferdous Jannatul , Sultana Rebeca , Almeida Sara , Koch Ellen Bjerre , Begum Anowara
Published: February 2022

The minimal health impact observed in large-scale water sanitation and hygiene (WASH) intervention studies motivated us to investigate the contribution of contaminated food and drinking water to the total daily Escherichia coli load ingested by the average adult in a low-income, urban area. Leftover food (food left at room temperature for more than 6 hours) from 32 households was collected eight times at 6-week intervals in 2014–2015 in the low-income area of Arichpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh. In total, 117 samples were obtained from four food types: fish, lentils, rice, and vegetables, which comprise approximately 85.2% of the average adult’s personal daily food consumption. Samples were analyzed for E. coli using selective chromogenic media. For an average adult, the daily consumption of the four food types at mean contamination levels of E. coli can contribute 4.45 log colony-forming units (cfu)/day (95% confidence interval 4.06–4.84). Drinking water quality was measured 211 times at the point of drinking, with a mean, median, and maximum contamination of 1.9, 1.2, and 2.82 log E. coli cfu/100 mL, respectively. If the typical adult in Arichpur was able to drink water with 0 E. coli cfu/100 mL, it would only remove < 5.2% of the total E. coli ingested per day with a mean-contaminated diet. These approximations may suggest why insignificant effects have been observed for water quality interventions in similar, low-hygiene settings. In Arichpur, the E. coli contribution from drinking water to the total E. coli load was insufficient to exert a substantial effect.
Polymerase Chain Reaction-Based Malaria Diagnosis Can Be Increasingly Adopted during Current Phase of Malaria Elimination in India
Authors: Rahi Manju , Sharma Rishu , Saroha Poonam , Chaturvedi Rini , Bharti Praveen K. , Sharma Amit
Published: February 2022

Despite commendable progress in control of malaria in India and other countries, there are hidden reservoirs of parasites in human hosts that continually feed malaria transmission. Submicroscopic infections are a significant proportion in low-endemic settings like India, and these infections possess transmission potential. Hence, these reservoirs of infection add to the existing roadblocks for malaria elimination. It is crucial that this submerged burden of malaria is detected and treated to curtail further transmission. The currently used diagnostic tools, including the so-called “gold standard” microscopy, are incapable of detecting these submicroscopic infections and thus are suboptimal. It is an opportune time to usher in more sensitive molecular tools like polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for routine diagnosis at all levels of healthcare as an additional diagnostic tool in routine settings. PCR assays have been developed into user-friendly formats for field diagnostics and are near-point-of-collection. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic in India, these are being used rampantly across the country. The facilities created for COVID-19 diagnosis can easily be co-opted and harnessed for malaria diagnosis to augment surveillance by the inclusion of molecular techniques like PCR in the routine national malaria control program.
Comparative extraction of essential oils of Mentha piperita (mint) by steam distillation and enfleurage
Authors: Ibrahim M , Ankwai G E , Gungshik J R , Taave P
Published: February 2022

The extraction of essential oils is generally carried out by two main techniques: azeotropic distillation (hydrodistillation, hydrodiffusion, and steam distillation) and extraction with solvents. This work consists in studying the two methods of extraction of the essential oils of Mentha piperita: Steam distillation (azeotropic) and Enfleurage (solvent extraction). The optimum yield for the extraction of essential oil via steam distillation from Mentha piperita was obtained at 540 minutes with production coming to an end at 1080 minutes yielding 1.36 % of essential oil at 80 0C per 240 g of sample while extraction through effleurage give maximum yield at 900 minutes with production coming to an end at 1080 minutes. The extraction process recorded a percentage yield of 0.91 % at 80 0C. In view of the above result, it implies that at a given condition the steam distillation method comparatively is a better technique for extraction of essential for optimal production. In addition, the compounds with the highest GC-MS area percentage in the analysis of Mentha piperitta were 1-Decanol, 2-hexyl- (3.8471%) and L-Menthol which also has a high area percentage (3.5439 %) which is of utmost importance as the fragrance of mint oil extract and its peculiar flavour can be attributed to the abundant presence of levo-menthol. Levo-menthol is used for the treatment, control, prevention, and improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms which includes occasional minor irritation, Pain, Sore mouth, Sore throat and Cough. It can be drawn, without doubt, that steam distillation offers significant advantages comparatively over effleurage and can therefore be best suitable for pilot scale extraction of essential oils in Mint.
Off-label use of psychotropic drugs in a Swiss paediatric service: similar results from two different cohort studies
Authors: Feka Alma , Di Paolo Ermindo R. , Pauchard Jean-Yves , Mariguesa Alexandra , Gehri Mario , Sadeghipour Farshid
Published: February 2022

BACKGROUND: The high off-label use of drugs in paediatric patients raises questions on the efficacy and safety when prescribing psychotropic drugs. In our studies, we aimed to characterise the use of psychotropic drugs in the paediatric service of a tertiary hospital and quantify the proportion of off-label prescriptions with respect to age, indication and dosage recommendations approved in Switzerland, France and the USA.
METHODS: We conducted a retrospective cohort study (RCS) that included hospitalised patients from 1 December 2017, to 28 June 2018 with at least one PD prescription (n = 74) and a prospective cohort study (PCS) that included those hospitalised from 29 June 2018, to 30 November 2018 with at least one psychotropic drug prescription (n = 37). For both studies, we collected demographic, medical and medication data. Off-label prescriptions were identified by comparing the marketing authorisations published in the three selected countries.
RESULTS: The average age of RCS and PCS patients were 13 ± 3 years and 14 ± 2 years, respectively. Of the 168 and 86 psychotropic prescriptions collected in the RCS and PCS, respectively, 70% and 71% prescriptions were off-label based on Swiss marketing authorisations. These rates declined when compared with French marketing authorisations (61% and 67% prescriptions) and were significantly lower when compared with American marketing authorisations (56% and 51% prescriptions). Psychotropic drugs were often prescribed as needed in both studies (53% and 43% of prescriptions), with only half of the patients actually receiving one of these prescribed psychotropic drugs.
CONCLUSION: Our results showed a high proportion of off-label prescriptions of psychotropic drugs in a hospital setting. The off-label prescription rates according to Swiss marketing authorisations were the highest when compared with French and American marketing authorisations. Harmonisation of either international marketing authorisations or dosage recommendations at a national level could be a step forward to improved and evidence-based use of psychotropic drugs in children and adolescents.
Christianity and Environmental Care in Nigeria: The Role of Christians in Addressing Indiscriminate Refuse Disposal
Authors: Ottuh John Arierhi
Published: February 2022

Scholars in the field of theology and biblical studies have extensively explored eco-theology from Genesis creation narratives especially 1:26 and 28. In spite of the good numbers of literature in this field of study, less is known in the area of contextual eco-theology that focuses on Christians and environmental care in Uvwie, Nigeria. Therefore, using the eco-theology approach in the interpretation of Genesis 2:15, this paper examines the importance of Christians’ involvement in environmental care by using Uvwie Local Government Area of Nigeria as a focus point. Drawing on the understandings of דַ בָע) abad) and רַ מָ ש) shamar) in Genesis 2:15 which are translated to mean ‘to serve’, to ‘tend’, ‘to dress’ or to ‘care’, it argues that דַ בָע) abad) and רַ מָ ש) shamar) are veritable Biblical and theological bases for Christian involvement in environmental care in contemporary society such as Uvwie. It shows that Genesis 2:15 implies environmental stewardship and environmental conservation and as such a theological basis for Christians in Uvwie-land to develop a positive attitude towards the community and its environment and desist from dumping refuse indiscriminately in the community. As such this paper contributes to the discourse on climate issues in Africa. Besides, humanities scholars will appreciate the essentiality of Christians’ contribution to a sustainable clean and green environment by becoming custodians of God’s creation.
Diagnóstico do atropelamento de mamíferos silvestres em estradas na bacia do alto Paraguai
Authors: Pinto Fernando Antônio Silva , Bager Alex , Cerqueira Rafaela Cobuci , Milagres Adriana Pereira , Morais Bianca Cruz , Silva Priscilla Barbosa Alcantara da , Castro Erika , Medici Emília Patrícia , Desbiez Arnaud L. J. , Tortato Fernando Rodrigo , Concone Henrique Villas Boas
Published: February 2022

O atropelamento de fauna silvestre em estradas é responsável pela perda direta de milhões de indivíduos anualmente no Brasil, sendo importante acessar, compreender e mitigar seus impactos. Apresentamos um diagnóstico sobre o atropelamento de mamíferos na bacia hidrográfica do alto Paraguai (BAP), com o objetivo de acessar o atual estado de conhecimento, identificar lacunas e propor medidas de conservação e mitigação. Os dados foram coletados através de uma revisão sistemática da literatura científica, posteriormente caracterizados de acordo com tipo de estudo, localidade na BAP, riqueza e status de conservação de espécies e taxas de atropelamento. Identificamos 15 estudos que realizaram monitoramentos sistemáticos de atropelamento, a maioria em estradas do Mato Grosso do Sul. Entre eles, 93% dos monitoramentos foram realizados por carro, com uma duração média de 14 meses. Compilamos 5.241 indivíduos atropelados, distribuídos em dez ordens e 47 espécies, sendo a ordem Carnivora a mais representativa. Doze espécies apresentaram o status de ameaçada de extinção em nível nacional; destas, o tamanduá-bandeira (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) possui as maiores médias de taxas de atropelamento. Nosso diagnóstico se mostrou importante para identificar espécies vulneráveis aos efeitos dos atropelamentos, nortear novas pesquisas e auxiliar nas estratégias em políticas públicas e mitigação de impactos.
A efetividade das áreas protegidas na conservação das espécies de mamíferos do bioma Pantanal
Authors: Sonoda Fátima Aparecida , Silva Priscilla Barbosa Alcantara da , Ribeiro Laura Rodrigues , Tocantins Nely , Torrecilha Sylvia
Published: February 2022

As áreas protegidas são reconhecidas como principal estratégia na conservação in situ da biodiversidade, sendo utilizadas como um indicador válido e mensurável do progresso na conservação da biodiversidade remanescente na esfera mundial. O objetivo deste artigo foi estruturar uma base de informações de ocorrência de mamíferos nas unidades de conservação (UC) do Pantanal e avaliar a efetividade das mesmas quanto à proteção da mastofauna presente no bioma. No levantamento de dados de mamíferos presentes nas UC de proteção integral do bioma, foram registradas 112 espécies. Somando-se os registros das UC de uso sustentável, obteve-se o total de 125 espécies. As UC de proteção integral apresentaram registro de aproximadamente 68% das espécies listadas para o bioma pantaneiro. Acrescidos dos registros das UC de uso sustentável, totalizou-se aproximadamente 76% das espécies. Quanto às espécies ameaçadas, foram contabilizadas 22 espécies presentes com pelo menos um registro na rede de UC de proteção integral do bioma. Uma abordagem voltada à construção de uma rede de UC com amplos objetivos de manejo e de conservação é a principal estratégia para garantir a sustentabilidade do bioma, ainda pouco representado no sistema nacional (4,65% de seu território protegido).
Impact Of Eating Habits And Physical Activity On The Fertility Of Females
Authors: Alam Faiza , Tariq Saba , Syed Fatima , Tariq Sundus , Rehman Rehana
Published: February 2022

Introduction: This study aimed to compare the eating habits and the level of activity in fertile and infertile female subjects.  Methods: This cross-sectional study was designed to compare the eating habits and level of activity in fertile and infertile female subjects from February 2016 till October 2017. Fertile females (n= 207) and diagnosed infertile (infertile, n=135) between 18 – 40 years were enrolled. Guidelines for the diagnosis of the infertile cohort were the failure to conceive after 12 months of regular and non-contraception intercourse, with normal uterine structure. Questionnaire was used to collect information regarding nutrition and physical activity. Statistical analysis was carried out employing IBM Statistical Package for the Social Sciences. The categorical variables were presented as frequency and percentages, Chi-square test was performed for comparison, p value < 0.05 considered significant. Results: With mean age of 31 ± 6 years and mean BMI of 24.6 ± 3.46 kg/m2, infertile females had a significantly high BMI compared with the fertile females. Physical activity of subjects demonstrated that 30.4% were inactive, while 27.2% were physically active. Infertile females (6.5%) did regular exercise however, 44.9% of the fertile females had healthy lifestyle. Females (51%) took meals 3 times a day. Healthy food consumption was once a week while 35% had consumption of fast food was approximately twice a week.  Conclusion: Optimal physical activity and BMI in normal range is positively associated with fertility. Dietary habits such as more intake of fish, fruits and vegetables impacts fertility positively.
African-American Lay Pastoral Care Facilitators’ Perspectives on Dementia Caregiver Education and Training
Authors: Lampe Nik , Desai Nidhi , Norton-Brown Tomeka , Nowakowski Alexandra , Glueckauf Robert
Published: February 2022

The African-American Alzheimer’s Caregiver Training and Support Project 2 (ACTS 2) is a faith-integrated, skills-training and support program for distressed African American family caregivers of persons living with dementia across Florida. Caregivers participate in a 12-week, telephone-based, skills-building and support program led by faith community workers (i.e., lay pastoral care facilitators) who provide volunteer services to their denominations. In this case study, we examined facilitators’ perspectives and recommendations for supplementary audiovisual and written training materials to optimize group process and goal-setting skills. Utilizing a qualitative approach, we explored facilitators’ needs, experiences in using current training materials, and recommendations for supplementary education. Data were collected through a telephone-based, focus group interview with nine ACTS 2 facilitators deploying grounded theory techniques. We identified six themes: personal reflections on facilitator roles and responsibilities, satisfaction with existing written materials, desire for supplementary audiovisual training materials, desire for additional training on data management and reporting, importance of peer support, and fostering a faith-integrated culture within the program. Our findings underscore the importance of engaging African American faith communities in fostering dementia caregiving skills training and support. We further highlight the implications of providing community-based training for African American facilitators to foster caregiver emotional well-being and physical health.
The Influence of Lecturer Service Quality, Family Support, Facilities and Infrastructure Availability, and Student Learning Motivation on Indonesian Nurse Competency Test Results
Authors: Ruben Runtu Andro , Oentoe Fientje J.A. , Sumual Herry , Podung Beatrix J.
Published: February 2022

The research analyzing the competency test for nurses is of particular concern for nursing education because incompetent nursing professions could not be registered as nurses in Indonesia. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of lecturer service quality, family support, availability of learning facilities and infrastructure, and student learning motivation on the results of the Indonesian Nurses Competency Test (INCT). The research method used is quantitative research design with the Simple Random Sampling technique. The research sample was 100 respondents from the nursing profession graduates. Data collection by questionnaire, descriptive data analysis percentage, and regression test. The results of the study showed that there was an effect of the quality of lecturer services on the results of INCT (0.024), family support on the results of INCT (0.032), the availability of learning facilities and infrastructure on the results of INCT (0.015) and learning motivation on the results of INCT (0.030). Simultaneously, there is an effect of the quality of lecturer services, family support, availability of learning facilities and infrastructure, and learning motivation on the results of INCT (0.000), adjusted R¬Square test with a percentage of 77.1% of the variables of INCT results can be explained by the four variables. These results can be used as evaluations and policies for interested parties in improving the achievement of INCT graduation results, which are also a benchmark for implementing and quality assurance in higher education.
Optimizing Effort to Quell The Crime of Violence in The Perspective of A Criminal Policy Approach
Authors: Ramadhani Imam
Published: February 2022

There are three objectives to be achieved in this research, namely; the first examines and analyzes efforts to overcome the crime of theft with violence in the perspective of a criminal policy approach, the second examines and analyzes the factors that encourage and cause criminal acts of theft with violence in Indonesia. Violence is going well in Indonesia. With Problem Formulation 1. How are the efforts to tackle the crime of theft with violence in the perspective of a criminal policy approach? 2. What factors encourage criminal acts of theft with violence to occur in Indonesia?. 3. How does the ideal policy in efforts to overcome the crime of theft with violence work well in Indonesia? This study uses a qualitative method with descriptive-analytical research specifications that describe the legislation. The stages of the research were carried out in two stages: library research and field research. Drawing conclusions from the study results was carried out by providing conclusions on data analysis which included searching for meaning and providing explanations from the data that had been obtained. The results of this study indicate; first, efforts to overcome violent crimes by increasing the effectiveness of the Extralegal system or informal system and preventive efforts including patrols, socialization, and streamlining the role of the environmental security system as well as providing training in the field of IT and repressive mapping, recording, and monitoring the network against the perpetrators/prisoners who have been arrested & sentenced to the second, the factors that encourage perpetrators of violent criminal acts are economic factors, education, negligence of the victim, the environment and the weakness of repressive measures. An inter-agency Coordinating Minister and a Government Committee are formed, chaired by the Minister of Home Affairs. Policies at the Polres, such as the Serang City Police, carry out firm and measurable action in arrests; in Karawang, they have the Life360 application and carry out KRYD (improved routine activities).
Blue Concept Economy Implementation in Coastal Communities Based on The Law Number 11 of 2020 on Job Creation Perspective
Authors: Hasbullah M. Afif
Published: February 2022

This study aims to analyze the application of the blue economy concept to coastal communities based on the Law Number 11 of 2020 concerning Job Creation perspective. This study is a qualitative empirical legal research (juridical sociological) with a conceptual approach. The data taken rom legal materials used include primary legal materials such as statutory regulations and secondary legal materials such as books, journals, and mass media articles. The results show the application of blue economy model and Indonesia's development planning has a positive impact on the fisheries, marine resources and the environment sustainability. However, the approach in the Job Creation Law has the potential to hinder sustainable development realization and blue economy development, as illustrated in several changes to the Law of Job Creation
The Implementation of A No Smoking Area Policy at The Tomohon’s DPRD Secretariat Office
Authors: Paat Monika Alfa , Itje Pangkey  , Fitri Mamonto
Published: February 2022

This research aims to describe the implementation and the aspects that hinder the No Smoking Area Policy at the Tomohon’s DPRD Secretariat Office. This research uses descriptive qualitative method. The data in this study were obtained from interviews and documentation. The informants in this study were the Head of the Trial and Legislation Section, the Head of the Trial, Minutes and Publications Sub-Section, the Head of the Equipment and Household Sub-Division, as well as the staff of the Tomohon’s DPRD Secretariat Office. The results of the study show that the implementation of the No Smoking Area policy at the Tomohon’s DPRD Secretariat Office has not been fully implemented properly. The socialization has been carried out since the implementation of the No Smoking Area policy. The readiness for implementation has not fully demonstrated an attitude that supports the No Smoking Area policy at the Tomohon City DPRD Secretariat Office. There are still employees who do smoking activities not in the space provided. The office head has not implemented strict sanctions related to the Non-Smoking Area.
TINGKAT KEPATUHAN PASIEN TB PARU TERHADAP PENATALAKSANAAN PROGRAM OAT (OBAT ANTI TUBERKULOSIS) DI POLIKLINIK PARU RSUD SANJIWANI GIANYAR
Authors: Dewi Ni Kadek Ayu Patni , Pendet Ni Made Diah P , Sukarja I Made , Krisnayani Ni Made Wina
Published: February 2022

Introduction :Tubercolosis (TB) diseases is one of the most public health problems in Indonesia. Indonesia known as a the third highest of TB cases in the world after India and China. In 2010, the Ministry of Health In Indonesia reported that patient with TB in worldwide about 5,8 % cases was found in Indonesia. In Indonesia, TB drugs treatments called the OAT Program. The study about the interpersonal factors who can be related to the compliance of patient with TB determined how important the role of doctors and other health professionals to do verbal and non verbal communication with patients. The aim of this study was to describe complianced of patient with TB in OAT program at Sanjiwani general hospital, Gianyar. Method : This was observational descriptive study. Data were collected through questionnaires. The total of patient with TB who participated in this research were 78 collected by consecutive sampling technique. Result :Based on the research, the complianced of patient with TB in OAT program showed that 38 respondent (48,71%) had complianced with the OAT program and 40 respondent (51,28 %) didn’t have compliance with the OAT program. Conclusion :Most of the patient with TB in Sanjiwani general hospital didn’t have compliance with OAT program. Key words: Compliance; OAT program; Tubercolosis.
HUBUNGAN PENGAWASAN ORANG TUA DAN MEDIA INFORMASI TERHADAP PERILAKU SEKSUAL PRANIKAH PADA REMAJA
Authors: B Hamzah B Hamzah , Hamzah St. Rahmawati
Published: February 2022

Background: Premarital sexual behavior is one of the result of promiscuity. This problem tends to be carried out by middle adolescent groups (15-18 years). Around 63% of junior high school, high school and university-age adolescents in Indonesia claimed to have had premarital sex. Some permissive dating behaviors performed by adolescents include holding hands when dating (92%), kissing (82%), and petting (63%). Purpose: This purpose ostudy aims to determine the relationship of parental supervision and information media with premarital sexual behavior in adolescents at State High School No 1 Kotamobagu. Method: This study applied an analytic cross-sectional design with a sample of 299 school-age adolescents aged 14-18 years. The sampling technique used was stratified random sampling. Data were collected by direct interviews with respondents and analyzed univariately and bivariately using the chi square test. Results: The results of the study based on the chi square test showed that there was a relationship between parental supervision (p=0.006) and information media (p=0.001) with premarital sexual behavior in adolescents. Conclusion: There was a relationship between parental supervision and information media with sexual behavior in adolescents at State High School No 1 Kotamobagu. It is recommended to the relevant parties to play an active role in conducting supervision and providing sexual education early on so that students avoid premarital sexual behavior. Keywords: Information Media; Parental Supervision; Premarital Sexual Behavior
HUBUNGAN TUGAS KESEHATAN KELUARGA DENGAN TINGKAT DEMENSIA PADA LANSIA
Authors: Abdillah Alvin , Fauziyah J Luluk
Published: February 2022

Background: Dementia in the elderly is a chronic confucius condition and the loss of cognitive abilities globally and progressively is associated with physical problems. Family health tasks as a support system are very important for people with dementia in order to do their daily activities. Purpose: This research aims to find out the relationship between family health tasks and dementia rates in the elderly. Methods: This research used analytical research type with cross sectional approach. Sample as much as 40 dementia elderly with total sampling technik. The dependent variable in this study was the dementia level in the elderly, while the independent variable was the family health task. Results: Based on the results of research, it was found that most of them have less family health duties and almost half of them with the level of dementia was severe. The Spearman Rank test resulted obtained p = 0.000 (?= 0.05), there was relationship between family health duties and the level of dementia in the elderly. Conclusion: Efforts made need to provide comprehensive and effective counseling from all sectors to the community to provide correct information about the importance of family duties or family roles to family members who have health problems, so that the community can pay attention to and care for sick families. Keywords: Family health tasks; Dementia; Elderly
Recent Trends in Neuro marketing – An Exploratory Study
Authors: Prima Frederick Dsouza
Published: February 2022

Purpose: The concept of neuro-marketing is explored as an emerging economic approach that originated from human brain research and traditional marketing facts. The core idea of the paper is to understand the concept of Neuromarketing and its influence on customers’ decision-making process.

Design: The benefits of various neuromarketing tactics on various market input devices are studied in the paper. From available literature and research studies, the influence of neuromarketing’s various techniques and procedures on verifiable marketing success is been highlighted.

Findings: Neuromarketing concept has gain lot of importance in recent years. It has contributed in the various fields of marketing such as framing marketing strategies, selection of brand, consumer behaviour, advertising, ethical concerns and decision-making. The study highlights the importance of neuromarketing principles and concepts for engaging neuroscience in the field of marketing and understanding consumer behaviour which could help in planning new marketing strategies based on neuroscience.

Originality: The impact of sensory aspects on a customer’s perception and conscious or subconscious purchasing choice is highlighted in this study. It also addresses the ethical problems that have been raised concerning neuromarketing. In this study, the benefits, limitations, ethical difficulties, and future potential of neuromarketing are discussed.

Value: A neuromarketing study will help the companies compete for market leadership, increase customer base and convert them into loyal consumers. It will help to determine what the customer wants, what services he likes, and how to draw the consumer's attention. Marketers can understand customer behaviour, including how it reacts to a company's advertising, brand, and product quality. Neuro-marketing can help a marketer to increase their turnover.

Type of Paper: Conceptual Paper.
Soil Replacement: Long-Term Results
Authors: Watson Gary W.
Published: February 2022

Soil replacement treatments in a radial trench pattern around whiteoak (Quercus alba)trees, filled with compost or a compost-topsoil mix, were sampled 14 years after treatment. Root development in the replacement soils was greater than in the unmodified control soils. Root development was not increased in soils adjacent to the trenches over time as was originally anticipated.
Branch Junction Characteristics Affect Hydraulic Segmentation in Red Maple
Authors: Eisner Nathan , Gilman Edward , Grabosky Jason , Beeson Jr Richard
Published: February 2022

The effect of branch morphological characteristics on hydraulic segmentation in red maple branch junctions was determined using hydraulic conductivity measurements. Relative branch size impacted hydraulic conductivity at the branch junction. Conductivity ratios were directly proportional to the ratio of branch diameter to stem diameter. Junctions with perpendicular branches showed lower hydraulic conductivities than more upright branches. The presence of visible branch collars was a good indicator of low branch junction conductivity. Branches having pith that was continuous with trunk pith were associated with codominant stems that had high branch junction conductivity. Branch junction hydraulic conductivity was positively correlated with the amount of discolored wood development after branch removal. This finding may indicate that similar anatomical properties are responsible for both branch junction decay resistance and hydraulic segmentation.
Which Comes First, The Root or The Crack?
Authors: D'Amato Nicholas , Sydnor T. Davis , Knee Michael , Hunt Robin , Bishop Bert
Published: February 2022

The Ohio State University and the City of Cincinnati Park Board conducted a study of street trees in Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S., during the summers of 1999 and 2000. Four genera of trees were examined from four different plant families. Approximately 600 trees planted within the past 20 years were observed. The condition of the nearest sidewalk joint and the incidence of a root for Quercus (oak), Koelreuteria (goldenraintree), Zelkova (zelkova), and Gleditsia (honeylocust) were observed. All genera responded similarly in that roots were more likely to be found under a crack in the sidewalk than under an intact sidewalk. During the first 20 years after planting, tree roots are more likely to be found underneath a sidewalk crack than an intact sidewalk. Of 351 joints observed with no roots, 39% were intact and 61% were cracked. Of the 260 joints where roots were observed, only 16.2% were intact while 83.9% were cracked. Oxygen measurements were made underneath selected sidewalks. Oxygen concentrations were compared for soil underneath cracked and intact sidewalk blocks. The soil underneath cracked sidewalks showed a higher concentration of oxygen. This higher oxygen concentration may contribute to root growth underneath cracked sidewalks.
Neotypification of Cyathocline Manilaliana (Asteraceae)
Authors: Jayesh T. Salve  , Ashok R. Tuwar  , Sarala C. Tadavi
Published: February 2022

The genus Cyathocline Cass. represented by 3 species. The Cyathocline manilaliana was described by C. P. Raju and R. R. V. Raju is endemic to India but recently original material could not be traced or found at relevant herbaria as per protologue. The neotype is designated here for Cyathocline manilaliana.
Diglosia y bilingüismo entre los Chanés: una reflexión crítica
Authors: Morando María Agustina
Published: February 2022

Cerca de 2.100 personas se reconocen como “chanés” en Argentina, concentrándose la mayor parte enla provincia de Salta. A lo largo de su historia, este grupo indígena atravesó por dos procesos profundosde quiebre lingüístico, razón por la cual es hoy en día mayormente bilingüe en guaraní chaqueño y encastellano. Esto determina, a su vez, que el problema de la relación con la lengua cobre particular relevancia para la definición de lo identitario. El propósito de este trabajo es, entonces, estudiar etnográficamente las prácticas comunicativas bilingües por medio de un análisis antropológico de los contextos de acción cotidianos del bilingüismo, de las ideologías individuales y colectivas en torno del uso situacional de la lengua indígena y del castellano, así como de sus efectos en la construcción de la identidad étnica grupal y los procesos de organización social.
Aprendizados: uma reflexão sobre os lugares da antropologia da educação na formação de cientistas sociais
Authors: Brum Ceres Karam
Published: February 2022

Neste trabalho pretendo refletir sobre as potencialidades do ensino de Antropologia da Educação naformação de cientistas sociais na atualidade. Meu argumento de uma Antropologia como educaçãodialoga com o entendimento de Ingold (2008; 2018) sobre a Antropologia como um processo educativoque envolve múltiplos aprendizados. Nesse sentido, proponho uma discussão sobre as característicasdos processos de ensino/aprendizagem e a formação de pesquisadores que se dão nos cursos de CiênciasSociais. A análise ocorrerá a partir de minha experiência como docente da disciplina de Antropologiada Educação, para os cursos de Licenciatura e Bacharelado em Ciências Sociais, e do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências Sociais da Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (UFSM) – Rio Grande do Sul,Brasil, entre 2006 e 2021, tendo como contraponto minha também experiência de ensino de Antropologia da Educação para os cursos de Pedagogia e Educação Especial do Centro de Educação da UFSM. Esta discussão igualmente ocorrerá a partir de minha atuação como pesquisadora e orientadora de pesquisas em nível de graduação e pós-graduação em Antropologia da Educação.
Short-term rental versus small hotel industry amid COVID-19 pandemic: What drives millennials' accommodation choices?
Authors: Wee Tammy , Liow Melissa
Published: February 2022

This paper aims to establish the motivation factors behind the accommodation choices made by millennials for stays at short-term rental properties and small hotels amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, a topic that remains under-represented in the hospitality and tourism literature. Using data from a survey of 145 millennials who stayed at an Airbnb property and a small hotel in the past year, a non-parametric test was utilized to compare six motivation factors that affect millennials' accommodation choices, guided by the push-pull motivational framework. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test results showed that the millennials significantly considered price and reviews as their common pull motivations when making accommodation choices. Interestingly, motivation factors such as location, service quality, facilities and amenities, safety, and security do not appear to significantly influence the millennials' choices for either accommodation. This paper contributes to the limited pool of empirical research on short-term rental properties and addresses the challenges faced by the small hotel industry by focusing on millennials' accommodation choices.
Usability of the HTC Vive virtual reality system in recreational therapy
Authors: Nelson, PhD, MTRS, CTRS, MT-BC, FDRT Rhonda , Isaacs, MS, TRS, CTRS Lauren Lee
Published: February 2022

Commercial virtual reality (VR) systems have become increasingly popular, affordable, and accessible in recent years. Resultantly, recreational activities involving VR are providing new ways to engage in leisure experiences and innovative treatments in the health care arena. Little is known, however, regarding the usability of commercial VR systems for recreational therapists and their clients. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to evaluate the usability of a popular commercial VR system, the HTC Vive, in terms of its potential use in recreational therapy practice. Using a cross-sectional design, data were collected from recreational therapy professionals (N = 8) working in diverse service settings. Following exposure to the HTC Vive equipment through a professional workshop that included didactic instruction and clinical role-play activities, participants evaluated the system’s usability for themselves as well as for the clients they serve. Data collected through both an online survey and a focus group discussion revealed strong agreement from the therapists that the HTC Vive is a usable commercial VR system for themselves as well as their clients. Specific comments related to the head-mounted display (HMD), controllers, sensors/base stations, positioning, and Steam software provide valuable insights on features viewed positively, possible adaptations for specific client groups, and unique considerations by service setting.
Nature-based video and classical music’s effects on tranquility among memory care residents with dementia
Authors: Kim, PhD Jun , Rados, PhD Robert , Kil, PhD, CTRS Namyun , Kono, PhD Shintaro , Kensinger, PhD, CTRS Kari
Published: February 2022

This case study reports the effects of viewing nature photographs with classical music on participants’ tranquility levels among 10 memory care residents living with dementia. This study utilized a pre-/post-design with residents’ rating their tranquility level and a certified Nurse Aid observer rating each resident’s perceived tranquility level both before and after the video intervention using a Tranquility Scale. Statistical analyses suggested that residents’ tranquility levels from both residents’ and staff’s perspectives showed significant improvement after the intervention compared to their baseline. These findings are discussed in relation to the literature on nature-based and music therapies. We also offer practical implications for recreational therapists and memory care workers.
Recreational therapy during a pandemic: Embracing telehealth
Authors: Piatt, PhD, CTRS Jennifer , Fecske, PhD, CTRS Courtney J. W. , Allsop, PhD, CTRS Jared , Kim, PhD, CTRS Junhyoung , Neimeyer, MS, CTRS Tyler
Published: February 2022

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world froze. Simultaneously, there has been a vast growth of online conferences and the increased need for telehealth. The entire nation has struggled with feelings of uncertainty and fear mixed with moments of positivity. At the same time, older adults and people of any age who have underlying health conditions are faced with information from local, national, and international news and health organizations that their lives were at risk. Then, new terms emerged and became part of our daily vocabulary. Stay home. Social distancing. Shelter in place. Essential items. Curbside pick-up. Pandemic. It appears that these words will become part of our everyday vocabulary, forever etched in history books, engrained in our hearts, and the mindset of generations to come.
PENCEGAHAN TERJADINYA LOW BACK PAIN (LBP) TERKAIT DUDUK YANG BENAR PADA MAHASISWA STIKES SUAKA INSAN BANJARMASIN
Authors: Prayogo Dadan , Sutikno Sutikno
Published: February 2022

ABSTRAKLow back pain (LBP) adalah suatu keadaan tidak nyaman atau rasa nyeri yang akut pada daerah ruas lumbalis kelima dan sakralis (L5-S1). Penyuluhan ini bertujuan untuk pencegahan terjadinya LBP terkait duduk yang benar pada mahasiswa Stikes Suaka Insan Banjarmasin. Metode yang digunakan yaitu dengan cara pengisisan angket sebelum dan sesudah pemaparan materi terkait cara duduk yang benar dengan 37 responden. Hasil penyuluhan ini menunjukkan bahwa sebelum pemaparan materi masih banyak terdapat responden yang tidak mengetahui bagaimana cara duduk yang benar dan setelah mendapatkan pemaparan materi didapatkan hasil dari setiap pertanyaan satu sampai dengan pertanyaan nomor empat didapatkan nilai 37 (100%) dan pertanyaan nomor lima didapatkan 36 (97,29%). Kesimpulan dari penyuluhan ini pemaparan materi di terima dengan baik oleh responden terkait dengan cara duduk yang benar dilihat dari hasil angket sebelum dan sesudah pemaparan materi.Kata Kunci: Low Back Pain, Posisi Duduk yang Benar, Upaya Pencegahan
The Family Butchers holt Godo Röben
Authors: Hebben Miriam
Published: February 2022

The Plantly Butchers bekommt Verstärkung: Godo Röben, der maßgeblich für Rügenwalders Veggie-Erfolg verantwortlich war, steigt als Berater ein. Der Produktlaunch verzögert sich indes.