bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Paradigm Shift in Outsourcing Functions to External Service Providers in the Public Sector: A Liability for the State
Authors: Mutongerwa Normah Fadzai , Juqu Zimkhitha Final , Matebese Hlalele
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This study aims to explore the current trends in public service delivery, focusing on the increasing use of outsourcing to improve efficiency and effectiveness. The study examines the paradigm shift in outsourcing functions to external service providers in the public sector and its potential liability for the State. The research aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the various aspects of outsourcing in the public sector and its impact on the State’s liability.

Materials and Methods: The current research study has adopted a qualitative secondary data collection methodology to achieve its research objectives. This method was deemed suitable for the study as it has the potential to provide comprehensive, in-depth insights that are essential for attaining the study’s purpose. The study aims to systematically and rigorously examine the research variables and their interrelations by utilizing secondary collected data. This approach aided in generating valuable insights that are crucial for developing a comprehensive understanding of the phenomenon under investigation.

Findings: Key findings of the study include: Management is negligent in the appointment of external service providers owing to the tendency for public organizations to outsource services that can be performed internally, leading to excessive spending for the government; State employees are privileged and given the autonomy to transfer their responsibilities to service providers, without the government’s expenses proper considerations; Outsourcing potentially leads to the redundancy of    experienced and competent workforce, and Governments pay for the same service twice arising from outsourcing.

Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study offers a detailed and practical framework for public organizations, policymakers, and other stakeholders to make informed decisions about outsourcing. The framework effectively addresses the various challenges and risks associated with outsourcing, providing a viable solution to mitigate them while saving costs and jobs. This approach can help organizations improve their outsourcing practices and contribute to better service delivery to the public. The study offers a detailed and practical framework for public organizations, policymakers, and other stakeholders to make informed decisions about outsourcing
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Agricultural Extension Methods in Logar Province, Afghanistan
Authors: Hammas Sediqullah , Stanikzai Ahmad Noor , Dost Ihsanullah , Razwan Rahimullah
Published: March 2024

Agricultural extension can accelerate the transfer and exchange of information that becomes applied knowledge, improve the quantity and quality of agricultural products, enhance the competitiveness of farmers using new technology and information, improve the production and marketing management of agricultural products are the result of a better chosen method of extension. The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of individual, group and mass communication methods of agricultural extension in Pol-e-Alam city. The research is applied in terms of purpose. Primary data was used for conducting research. The data was collected by survey using a questionnaire, in a simple random sampling in 2023. The sample size was 80 persons. SPSS 21 was used for data analyze. The findings showed that group methods (41.25%) had the highest, individual methods (35.0%) and mass communication methods (23.75%) had the least effectiveness. In the group methods, results exhibition (28.75%) with the highest value, the method's exhibition (23.75%), Group Discussion (21.25%), Small Group Training (13.75%) and Observational tours (12.5%) with the lowest amount by respondents were considered effective. In the individual methods, farm visits (77.50%) were in first and telephone calls (3.75%) were in fifth order. In the mass communication methods, the demonstrations and campaigns (45.0%) with the highest weight and the TV (5%) with the lowest weight were selected by the respondents.
Population growth of Daphnia sp. with various types of organic fertilizer
Authors: Rasman Rasman , Patang Patang , Amirah Amirah
Published: March 2024

The Daphnia sp. population can be increased using various types of organic fertilizers. This study aimed to analyze the effect of organic fertilizer vermicompost, quail feces, and Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae compost on maintenance media on the growth of Daphnia sp. and identify the best dose. This research is an experimental study with a completely randomized design (CRD) with treatment K (control or no organic fertilizer), treatment A (addition of vermicompost organic fertilizer 2.4 g/l), treatment B (addition of quail feces organic fertilizer 2.4 g/l), treatment C (addition of fly larvae compost organic fertilizer 2.4 g/l). Water quality variables (temperatur, pH, dissolved oxygen (DO), color, and odor). The data were analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). The data were analyzed using SPSS 22. The results of this study showed that the provision of organic fertilizer through the maintenance media had an effect (P <0.05) on the growth of Daphnia sp. The highest population was in treatment A (Quail Feces dose of 2.4 g / L) as many as 353 tails and the lowest in treatment K (No Dose) as many as 132 tails. The results of the water quality analysis of the morning temperatur were in the range–26-28ºC. afternoon temperatur was obtained 27-28ºC, then for morning pH ranged from 7.1-7.5 and afternoon pH obtained 7.3-7.6 while the average DO obtained 6.8 mg/L. The best dose in this study was treatment A with organic fertilizer 2.4 g/l.
Factors affecting the income of capture fishermen in Kijang Kota Sub-district, Bintan Regency
Authors: Adani Annisa Nabilah , Tetty Tetty , Ulfah Fitria
Published: March 2024

Fishermen have a very low income. Fishermen's income generally comes from catches sold, and is influenced by various other factors. The factors that can affect income that become variables in this study are capital factors, fish selling prices, working hours, fishing gear, and experience. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of capital factors (X1), selling price of fish (X2), working hours (X3), fishing gear (X4), and experience (X5) on income (Y). The research location is Kijang Kota Village, Bintan Regency from December to 2022-January 2023. Sampling was performed by simple random sampling, with 42 respondents using the slovin technique. Data were collected using observations, questionnaires, and interviews. Data analysis was performed using multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS 27 software. The results show that the variables that affect income are selling price, working hours, and fishing gear. The variables that had no effect were capital and experience. The results of the simultaneous test show that the independent variables used in the study have a positive effect on the income of captured fishermen.
The Nexus Between Orthodox Medicine, Complimentary Alternative Medicine and Psychology.
Authors: T. Njonge
Published: March 2024

The aim of traditional healing is to restore harmony and balance within the human being through an interaction of the body, mind, and spirit. Through this pathway, traditional healing offers a holistic understanding of wellness and well being, both within the individual and between the individual and their environment. In Kenya, it is noteworthy that traditional healing is very marketable. Comparative research on alternative healing practices show that many patients/clients often consult a health professional and a traditional healer concurrently. This paper explores some of the reasons that have given rise to the use of alternative treatments. It also attempts to explore the challenges and opportunities posed by integrated psychological practice systems which revolve around issues related to different paradigm shifts about health and ill-health, practice issues and negative/positive views of traditional healing and traditional healers, research into traditional healing and herbal medicines use. The paper will also explore the role of psychology in the evolving narrative of alternative therapies.
The Impact of Cooperative membership on Adoption of Modern Technology by Bee farmers in Kenya.
Authors: Warucu Rimui Gloria , Lufuke Moses
Published: March 2024

The main aim of this research is to examine the impact of cooperative membership on adoption of modern technology by bee farmers in Kenya. This study’s data comes from a bee farmers survey in Baringo County, Kenya using a sampling size of 201 households. Probit, logit and Instrumental variable models were incorporated to test for the estimation of relationships and the information generated imported into the SPSS computer application (SPSS 2015) and STATA MP 17 for statistical analysis. The results show that education has a negative significant predictor of cooperative membership at a 5% significance level. Attaining secondary levels did not contribute to farmers’ decision to join cooperative membership. Older farmers were more likely to join cooperatives, unlike the young farmers. Using neighbors in cooperatives as an instrumental variable, the findings indicate that farmers with neighbors who were already in cooperative membership were more likely to join cooperatives. In addition, the majority of adopters of modern bee farming technologies had access to both credit and markets and reported to have experienced an increase in income from bee farming. The adoption of modern beekeeping technologies, such as protective gears, and honey extractors, enabled the farmers to produce more and better-quality honey, which fetched higher prices in the market. Cooperative membership increased the probability of adopting modern beekeeping technology. As such, the study recommends that cooperatives should provide more incentives and support to their members, such as training, subsidies, quality assurance, and market linkages to promote the adoption of modern bee farming technologies.
PREVALÊNCIA E CARACTERÍSTICAS CLÍNICAS DA DISFUNÇÃO TEMPOROMANDIBULAR EM PACIENTES COM ARTRITE IDIOPÁTICA JUVENIL POLIARTICULAR
Authors: Omena Filipe de Almeida Agra , Sousa Ana Raquel Silva , Omena André de Almeida Agra , Bento Layane Sobreira , Harllen Gonçalves Veríssimo Matheus
Published: March 2024

A Artrite Idiopática Juvenil (AIJ) é uma doença autoimune crônica que afeta crianças e adolescentes, sendo a mais comum na infância. A disfunção da articulação temporomandibular (DTM) ocorre em até 87% dos casos de AIJ, independentemente do subtipo da doença. O diagnóstico tardio da DTM contribui para deformidades articulares, resultando em crescimento mandibular anormal e deformidades dento faciais, prejudicando a qualidade de vida. Esta revisão integrativa qualitativa, conduzida em 2023, adotou a estratégia PICO para explorar a prevalência da DTM em pacientes com artrite idiopática juvenil poliarticular (AIJ) e seu impacto no manejo clínico e qualidade de vida. A busca incluiu periódicos nacionais e internacionais indexados em Science Direct, PubMed®, LILACS e Cochrane, utilizando descritores MeSH. Estudos revelaram uma prevalência média de 12% de DTM em pacientes juvenis, outros apontaram uma prevalência de 40% de DTM unilateral em pacientes infantis. Os estudos enfatizaram a necessidade de abordagens multidisciplinares, envolvendo profissionais médicos e odontológicos. A discussão posterior abordará detalhes sobre qualidade de vida, sinais e sintomas da AIJ associados à DTM. Os resultados destacam não apenas a alta prevalência dessas disfunções, mas também a influência significativa dessa associação no manejo clínico e qualidade de vida dos pacientes com AIJ.
JUSTICE THROUGH RETRIBUTIVISM IN ZHOU HAOHUI’S DEATH NOTICE
Authors: Mun Chung Lee , Awang Mohammad Ewan , Jujar Singh Hardev Kaur
Published: March 2024

Chinese fiction has long explored the notion of retributive justice as the dominant mode of discussing socio-political issues in Chinese literature. Despite its significance, this topic has received limited scholarly attention. This article addresses this gap by analysing Zhou Haohui's novel Death Notice (2019), in which the protagonist navigates a lawless society, seeking to address the absence of justice through retributive means. Tension arises when he tries to punish the wrongdoers through retributive means to redress the lack of justice in the novel. Death Notice serves as a compelling commentary on contemporary issues in China, underscoring the urgent need for societal change. Using Goran Duus-Otterström’s retributive concepts as a lens, this paper examines Death Notice as a novel that unravels the weaknesses in the Chinese justice system. As the powerless continue to be oppressed, retributivism becomes increasingly appealing as the channel to seek justice due to its ability to accommodate the desire to seek justice. This article argues that the oppressed protagonist is acting as a retributivist to voice out the flaws in the justice system. It highlights the overlooked aspects of retributive justice in Chinese fiction and emphasises its significance as a tool for critique and the need for a more equitable society. By unravelling the complexities of justice through the protagonist's actions, this study contributes to our understanding of justice and its portrayal in Chinese literature.
Development of Small-scale Integrated Hydroponics—Animal Waste Bioreactor (AWB) for Romaine Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L. var. longofolia) Production
Authors: Torres Elman Cantero , Sayco Theody Bernardo , Cinense Marvin Mateo , Viernes Fabula Jonathan , Mateo Wendy , Galo Somera Carolyn Grace
Published: March 2024

As improper processing and disposal of animal waste cause negative impacts on the environment, the animal industry sector must shift to more sustainable practices to lessen these effects. Recently, the application of the circular economy concept in agriculture, using animal waste as part of nutrient cycling, has emerged as a sustainable approach. The study aims to develop and test the small-scale integrated hydroponics-animal waste bioreactor (AWB) for romaine lettuce production using chicken manure tea (CMT) derived from dried chicken manure as a primary nutrient source. Three integrated hydroponics-AWB systems, with varying concentrations of CMT at 1,000 ppm, 1,200 ppm, and 1,400 ppm total dissolved solids (maintained within an upper and lower bound of 50 ppm), were constructed, tested, and compared to conventional hydroponics that used a nutrient solution maintained at 1,000 ppm TDS. The test result suggests that the ideal concentration of CMT in the system is 1,000 ppm. Within the optimum manure tea concentration, the small-scale integrated hydroponics-AWB produced romaine lettuce with growth parameters comparable to conventional hydroponics. In addition, increasing the CMT concentration to 1,400 ppm negatively impacts the plant growth parameters of romaine lettuce. The developed small-scale integrated hydroponics-AWB system provides a viable approach for growing lettuce using animal waste as the major source of nutrients. The developed production system could help mitigate the negative environmental effects of improper handling and disposal of animal waste and dependence on chemical-based nutrient solutions in hydroponic crop production.
The Socio-cultural Significance of Street Art in Urban Recreation Spaces
Authors: King’ori William
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This study aimed to examine the socio-cultural significance of street art in urban recreation spaces.

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

Findings: The findings reveal that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the socio-cultural significance of street art in urban recreation spaces. This study has provided insights into how street art enriched urban environments by reflecting community identity, fostering social interaction, and promoting cultural expression. It highlighted the need for inclusive policies to support street art's positive impact while addressing regulatory challenges. Overall, the research underscored street art's role as a dynamic force for social change and community empowerment within urban landscapes.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Symbolic Interactionism theory, Place Attachment theory and Critical theory may be used to anchor future studies on the socio-cultural significance of street art in urban recreation spaces. The study made comprehensive recommendations across theory, practice, and policy domains. The research emphasized the importance of advancing theoretical frameworks to capture the multifaceted nature of street art's impact, fostering collaboration between street artists, urban planners, and community stakeholders in practice, and advocating for the development of supportive regulatory frameworks and policies at the policy level. By engaging with interdisciplinary perspectives and promoting community-led initiatives, the study aimed to enhance our understanding of street art's role in shaping urban landscapes and fostering social cohesion and cultural expression.
The Role of Family Structure in Juvenile Delinquency
Authors: Peters Cole
Published: March 2024

Purpose: The general purpose of the study was to explore the role of family structure and juvenile diplomacy.
Methodology: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library.
Findings: The findings reveal that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to family structure in juvenile diplomacy. Preliminary empirical review revealed that that family structure significantly influences adolescent engagement in delinquent behaviors, with adolescents from single-parent households or non-traditional family arrangements exhibiting higher rates of delinquency. Research highlighted the mediating role of factors such as parental supervision and positive peer relationships, along with cultural variations in this relationship. Qualitative insights underscored the unique challenges faced by adolescents from non-traditional family structures, emphasizing the importance of tailored support. Overall, the findings underscored the need for context-specific interventions and policies to address juvenile delinquency, informed by a comprehensive understanding of family dynamics and socio-cultural factors.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social Learning theory, Strain theory and Social Control theory may be used to anchor future studies on the role of family structure in juvenile delinquency. The study provided recommendations with significant contributions to theory, practice, and policy. It advanced theoretical understanding by highlighting the complex interplay between family dynamics and delinquent behavior, contributing empirical support for existing theoretical models. The study recommended the development of family-centered interventions to strengthen parental supervision and support networks, promote positive peer relationships, and address systemic factors contributing to family stressors. Policy implications included initiatives to support family well-being, invest in evidence-based programs, and integrate findings into broader social policies. Collaboration across sectors was emphasized to implement comprehensive approaches, and the need for continued research to deepen understanding and inform targeted interventions was underscored.
Zea, Ortega y Gasset y la circunstancia hispanoamericana
Authors: Bentivegna Giuseppe
Published: March 2024

El cotejo de L. Zea con J. Ortega y Gasset es fundamental para com- prender cómo el circunstancialismo y el perspectivismo historicista del filósofo madrileño contribuyeron a que se constituyera la iden- tidad hispanoamericana. Zea, discípulo de J. Gaos, se inspira en la tradición filosófica mexicana de Caso, Vasconcelos, Ramos, y va madurando su propia toma de conciencia acerca de la condición hispanoamericana. Así, se abre dialécticamente a la filosofía euro- pea, supera el nacionalismo ideológico mexicano de principios de mil novecientos y llega hasta la filosofía de la liberación. De esta manera, la filosofía de Zea se adueña de las ideas de un humanismo cosmopolita en cuyo interior los individuos, los pueblos y las naciones toman conciencia de sus peculiaridades y saben abrirse a un pensamiento universal.
Introducción de los editores invitados
Authors: Suárez-Ruíz E. Joaquín , López-Orellana Rodrigo
Published: March 2024

Introducción al volumen especial.
Ciencia y religión en Michael Ruse
Authors: Marcos Alfredo
Published: March 2024

El tema de las relaciones entre ciencia y religión es central en la obra de Ruse. No se trata de una mera curiosidad o de una cuestión tratada tangencialmente, sino que está en el corazón de sus preocupaciones intelectuales e incluso vitales (sección 1). Hay que señalar, además, que la actividad de Ruse coincide con una cierta encrucijada histórica, en la cual se enfrentan dos posiciones extremas y mutuamente hostiles, el creacionismo, por una parte, y el nuevo ateísmo, por otra (sección 2). Para entender las propuestas respetuosas, matizadas y constructivas que hace Ruse, hay que situarlas en un marco teórico complejo, donde sean posibles actitudes menos burdas que el simple enfrentamiento (sección 3). Quizá la fórmula que mejor recoge las ideas de Ruse en este dominio sea la de “existencialismo darwinista”, como él mismo propone (sección 4). Por último, presentaré un resumen conclusivo de lo hallado (sección 5).
Smart Car Parking System using PLC
Authors: Rohan Narkar  , Om More  , Aniket Dhanmeher  , Prathamesh Pawar  , Naeem Shaikh
Published: March 2024

This project involves the development of a system tailored for multilevel parking facilities. The system aims to streamline the parking process by providing real-time information to drivers upon entry. Outside the parking area, a LED indicator is used which displays the available parking spots along with their corresponding numbers. Additionally, the system keeps track of the total number of parking spots available, updating the LED indicator accordingly. By presenting drivers with specific vacant spot numbers upon arrival, the system minimizes the time spent searching for a parking space, ultimately enhancing efficiency and convenience for drivers
Adaptive Elevation System for Flood Resilient Smart Bridge
Authors: Rutuja Khandare  , Swejal Patil  , Samruddhi Tidake  , Tanaya Radke  , Sakshi Kale
Published: March 2024

A smart bridge that can automatically increase its height when flooding occurs. The bridge will use a soil moisture sensor to detect the level of water on the ground. When the water level reaches a certain point, the bridge will activate a motor that will raise the bridge deck. This will allow vehicles to continue to use the bridge even during flooding. This project has the potential to make bridges safer and more resilient to flooding. The smart bridge can automatically increase its height when flooding occurs, which will allow vehicles to continue to use the bridge even during flooding. This will reduce the number of bridges flooding events, and it will help to keep people and goods moving during times of emergency.During flooding would be a valuable investment for communities that are vulnerable to flooding. It would help to reduce the disruption caused by flooding and keep people and goods moving during even the most severe weather events.
Regulatory Environment of the Cosmetics Industry in India: An in-Depth Analysis
Authors: Reetika Pare  , Dr. Sanjay Payasi
Published: March 2024

The cosmetics industry plays a significant role in the global economy, and India is no exception. This research paper delves in to the regulatory environment of cosmetics industry in India, exploring the legal framework, regulatory bodies and compliance requirements. This paper also examines the recent developments, challenges faced by the industry, and potential future trends, A comprehensive understanding of the regulatory landscape is essential for stakeholders, policy makers and industry, players to ensure the sustainable growth of cosmetics sector in India
EVALUATION OF DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS IN RENAL TRANSPLANT PATIENTS
Authors: MUTLUAY RÜYA
Published: March 2024

Giriş: Dünya genelinde ve ülkemizde kronik böbrek yetmezlikli hasta sayısı her geçen gün artış göstermekte; bu hastaların artmış mortalite ve morbiditesinin olduğu da bilinmektedir. Bunun sonucu olarak renal replasman tedavisine ihtiyaç duyan hasta oranı da artmaktadır. Böbrek nakli renal replasman tedavileri içerisinde en normale yakın yaşam standardı sunan tedavi yöntemi olup bu grup hastanın düzenli immunsupresif tedaviyle birlikte pek çok ek ilaç kullanmakta olduğu da bilinmektedir. Bu çalışmada çoklu ilaç kullanımının olduğu renal transplantlı hastalardaki ilaç-ilaç etkileşimini araştırmayı planladık.

Yöntemler: Ocak - Aralık 2022 tarihleri arasında nefroloji polikliniğine başvuran renal transplant hastalarının reçeteleri geri dönük incelendi.

Bulgular: Çalışmaya 94 reçete dahil edildi. Araştırmada 94 reçetede toplam 21 majör, 34 orta ve 144 düşük seviyeli etkileşim tespit edildi.

Sonuç: Böbrek nakilli hastalarda ilaç-ilaç etkileşimi asımsanmayacak ölçüde sık görülmektedir. Bu durumun hastaları takip eden hekimler ve eczacılar tarafından bilinmesi ve yeni yazılması planlanan her ilacın ilaç-ilaç etkileşimine yol açıp açmadığının sorgulanması önem taşımaktadır.
EVALUATION OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SLEEP DISORDERS AND DEPRESSION IN PARKINSON S DISEASE
Authors: ŞEN MUSTAFA , DİKİCİ SÜBER
Published: March 2024

Giriş: İdyopatik Parkinson Hastalığı (İPH)’nda hastalığın şiddeti
artıkça uyku bozuklukları, gündüz aşırı uyku hali gibi ek sorunlar
karşımıza çıkmaktadır. Ayrıca depresyon varlığı parkinson
hastalarının yaşam kalitesini kötü etkilemektedir. Çalışmamızda İPH’
ın ileri evrelerinde uyku bozuklukları ile gündüz uykululuk hali ve
bunun depresyonla ilişkisini göstermeyi amaçladık.
Yöntemler: Çalışma Mart 2012 ve Temmuz 2013 tarihleri
arasında kesitsel araştırma yöntemiyle inceleme amaçlanarak,
Nöroloji Ana Bilim Dalı Hareket Bozuklukları Polikliniği’ ne başvuran,
İPH tanısı alan 42 hasta ve 48 sağlıklı birey çalışmaya alındı. İPH
grubunda Hoehn&Yahr (H&Y) Değerlendirme Skalaları ile hastalık
derecelendirildi. Hamilton Depresyon Değerlendirme Ölçeği (HAM-D)
ile depresyon değerlendirmesi yapıldı. İPH ve kontrol grubuna gece
uykusu ve gündüz uyuklamalarının değerlendirildiği Parkinson
Hastalığı Uyku Ölçeği (PHUÖ), gündüz uykululuğunun değerlendirildiği
Epworth Uykululuk Ölçeği (EUÖ) uygulandı. Hastaların yaş, cinsiyet,
medeni durumları değerlendirildi ve kontrol grubu ile karşılaştırıldı.
Bulgular: Çalışmaya alınan İPH’ ın EUÖ skoru arttıkça PHUÖ
skorunda anlamlı düzeyde azalma gerçekleşmektedir ve bu artışın
derecesi güçlü bir düzeydedir (r=-0,615; p=0,000). EUÖ arttıkça
HAM-D skorunda anlamlı düzeyde artış gerçekleşmektedir ve bu
artışın derecesi orta düzeydedir (r=0,388; p=0,000). PHUÖ değeri
arttıkça, Hamilton ve Hoehn-Yahr değerinde anlamlı düzeyde azalma
gösterdiği belirlenmiştir ve bu ilişkinin dereceleri güçlüdür. (Hamilton
için r=-0,569 p=0,000; Hoehn-Yahr için r=-0,63 p=0,000). H&Y değeri
arttıkça HAM-D skorunda anlamlı artış gözlenmektedir (r=0,422;
p=0,005).
Sonuç: Parkinson Hastalığının genel değerlendirmesi ve tedaviye
yaklaşımında uyku bozukluğu önemli bir parametre olabilir. Ayrıca
Parkinson hastalarında depresyon, hekimler tarafından aktif olarak
sorgulanması ve saptandığında mutlaka tedavi edilmesi gereken bir
ruhsal sorundur.
Anahtar Kelimeler: Parkinson hastalığı, depresyon, uyku
bozuklukları
SİSTEMİK LUPUS ERİTEMATOZUS TANILI HASTALARDA HİPERMOBİLİTE SIKLIĞI VE BU HASTALARIN DEMOGRAFİK, KLİNİK ÖZELLİKLERİ
Authors: MERCAN RIDVAN , BULUT GÖKTEN DİLARA , YÜMÜN KAVAK FATMA
Published: March 2024

Giriş: Eklem hipermobilitesi, sık görülen bir fiziksel özelliktir.
Benign eklem hipermobilite sendromu (BEHS) tek başına olabileceği
gibi, müsküloskeletal ağrı ile birlikte veya kompleks fenotiplerin bir
parçası olarak görülebilmektedir. Romatizmal hastalıklarda eklem
laksiteleri yıllar içerisinde bazı çalışmalarda araştırılmıştır. Lupus
tanılı hastaların vücut yapılarında görülen değişiklikler konusunda
literatürde çalışmalar bulunmaktadır. Beighton skoru, lupus sürecinde
görülen manifestasyonlardan etkilenmez ancak bu skorlama lupus
semptomlarını da içermektedir. Bu nedenle skorlama ve lupus
arasındaki ilişki kafa karıştırıcı olabilmektedir. Bu çalışmadaki amaç
romatoloji polikliniğimizde takipli lupus tanılı hastaların hipermobilite
sıklığını ortaya koymaktır.
Yöntemler: Bu çalışmada, romatoloji polikliniğine 01.04.2023-
01.10.2023 tarihleri arasında başvurmuş 40 sistemik lupus
eritematozus (SLE) tanılı hastanın dosyaları retrospektif olarak
incelenmiştir. Retrospektif olarak incelenen dosyalardan, hastaların
hipermobilitelerini gösteren Beighton skorları kaydedilmiştir.
Bulgular: İncelememiz sonucunda hasta grubumuzun 20’sinin
(%50) Beighton skorlarının dört ve üzeri olduğunu tespit ettik ve bu
hastaları hipermobil olarak sınıflandırdık. Hastaları hipermobil olanlar
ve olmayanlar olarak iki gruba ayırıp eklem ağrısı ve artrit yönünden
baktığımızda, hipermobil olan yirmi kişinin dokuzunda (%45),
hipermobil olmayan yirmi kişinin dördünde (%20) müsküloskeletal
şikayet tespit ettik.
Sonuç: Sonuç olarak, hipermobilite spektrum bozuklukları, ciddi
müsküloskeletal ağrıya neden olabilmektedir. Bu durum ise sistemik
lupus eritematozus seyrinde hastalığın oluşturduğu artralji, müsküler
ağrı veya artritle karışabilmektedir. Bu durum ise klinisyenlerce
hastalığın remisyona girmemesi olarak algılanabilir ve immünsüpresif
tedavi verilmesi veya tedavide basamak artırılmasıyla sonuçlanabilir.
Bu nedenle lupus seyrinde eşlik edebilen hipermobilitenin ayrıntılı
şekilde incelenmesi gerekmektedir.
Anahtar Kelimeler: Beighton skoru, hipermobilite, sistemik lupus
eritematozus
THE EFFECT OF CAFFEINE INTAKE LEVELS DURING PREGNANCY ON NEWBORN HEALTH
Authors: KAYA YELİZ , TOKGÖZ VEHBİ YAVUZ , DALYAN ESİN , TANIR HÜSEYİN METE
Published: March 2024

Giriş: Kafein günümüzde tüm dünyada yaygın olarak kullanılan
bir bileşendir, ancak gebelik sırasında kafein tüketiminin doğum ve
çocukluk üzerindeki etkisi belirsiz bir konu olmuştur. Bu nedenle, bu
çalışmada gebeliğin trimesterleri boyunca kafein alım alışkanlıklarını
incelemeyi ve kafein düzeylerinin yenidoğan sağlığı üzerindeki
etkilerini analiz etmeyi amaçladık.
Yöntemler: Çalışmaya 42 kadın dahil edildi. Sosyo-demografik
Özellikleri Değerlendirme Anketi ilk görüşmede dolduruldu ve aynı
görüşme sırasında; Günlük Kafein Alım Düzeyleri Değerlendirme
Formu belirlenen hafta ve günlerde güncellenmek üzere verildi.
Doğum Bilgi Formu, doğum olduktan ve annelerin dosyaları
incelendikten sonra doldurulmuştur.
Bulgular: Günlük kafein alım düzeyleri gebelik öncesi ortalama
509,8±353,2 mg ve gebelik süresince ortalama 193,7±116,5 mg
idi. Herhangi bir sosyo-demografik bulgu ile gebelik öncesi dönem
de dahil olmak üzere gebelik döneminin herhangi bir dönemindeki
ortalama kafein alımı arasında bir korelasyon bulunmamıştır. Ayrıca,
gebeliğin trimesterlerinde kafein alımı arttıkça doğum ağırlığı, boyu
ile 1. ve 5. dakika Apgar skorunun azaldığı bulunmuştur.
Sonuç: Standart yöntemler kullanılarak yapılacak daha fazla
çalışma ve bu çalışmaların meta-analizi, kafein ile gebelik sonuçları,
yenidoğan ve çocuk sağlığı arasındaki ilişkinin keşfedilmesine
yardımcı olabilir.
Anahtar Kelimeler: Kafein, tüketim, gebelik, yenidoğan,
hemşirelik
Supporting Student Linguistic Identity and Autonomy in Directed Self Placement Through Linguistic Domains Using Qualtrics Scoring
Authors: Decker Laura , Taormina-Barrientos Brianne
Published: March 2024

In this article, we review the current and dynamic state of multilingual writers, especially their experiences in Composition and with English self-placement methods. Then, we position our institution and department’s theoretical underpinnings for support of multilingual writers and their self-placement, and we describe how we utilized Cavazos and Karaman’s (2021) Translingual Disposition Questionnaire as a framework for our recent revision of our Directed Self-Placement survey and utilized Qualtrics scoring tools to provide students with feedback on a novel language domain.  Our intent was to offer multilingual students transparency and choice in the English placement process so they could select the first year Composition course that best matched their needs. We hope that other WPAs gain insight on how to integrate asset-based philosophies and linguistic domains using Qualtrics scoring to offer their multilingual students more autonomy in their first year Composition experiences.  
Perlindungan Hukum Terhadap Konsumen Akibat Kelalaian Usaha Laundry Menurut Hukum Ekonomi Syariah Dan Undang-Undang Nomor 8 Tahun 1999 Tentang Perlindungan Konsumen
Authors: Muhammad Abduh Isma Ridwan Aflani Siahaan, Andri Nurwandri,
Published: March 2024

Banyak konsumen yang mengalami keluhan pada pihak laundry seperti kehilangan pakaian yang dilaundrykan, pakaian terkena luntur, cucian pakaian tidak bersih,  tertukarnya pakaian, adanya sobekan, kurang wangi dan kurang rapi pakaian yang di laundrykan sehingga membuat kecewa konsumen, serta waktu yang mundur saat pengambilan pakaian. Pada saat konsumen meminta ganti rugi, konsumen tidak mendapatkan pertanggungjawaban ganti rugi apapun dari pelaku usaha jasa laundry tersebut, sehingga konsumen sangat dirugikan oleh sikap pelaku usaha tersebut yang tidak bertanggungjawab atas kerugian akibat perbuatannya tersebut. Praktik tanggung jawab pelaku usaha jasa laundry atas kelalaian pada konsumen pengguna Jasa di Desa Meranti yaitu konsumen kehilangan pakaiannya saat dilaundrykan, konsumen kehilangan selimut, dan konsumen ada yang kecewa karena pakaian tersebut belum bersih, masih kusut, dan tidak rapi menyetrikanya, serta ada juga konsumen yang mengeluh karena pakaiannya luntur tetapi pihak laundry  tidak memberi tahu hal tersebut. Untuk mengatasi  keluhan para konsumen pihak laundry bertanggung jawab dengan mengganti ½ harga pakaian dan selimut yang hilang serta yang kelunturan, untuk menangani pelanggan yang kurang puas dengan pakaian yang kurang bersih, kurang wangi dan masih kusut pelaku usaha laundry mencuci dan menyetrika kembali. Analisis Hukum Ekonomi Syari’ah tentang perlindungan konsumen akibat kelalaian usaha laundry di Desa Meranti sudah memenuhi rukun, prinsip-prinsip dan syarat akad ijarah yaitu asas ilahi, asas kebebasan (al-hurriyah), asas persamaan atau kesetaraan (al-musawah),asas keadilan (al-‘adalah), asas kerelaan (al-ridha), asas kejujuran dan kebenaran (Ash-Shidq). Analisis Undang-Undang Nomor 8 Tahun 1999 tentang Perlindungan Konsumen Akibat Kelalaian Usaha Laundry di Desa Meranti tidak ada bentuk pelanggaran yang dilakukan oleh pelaku usaha laundry, pelaku  usaha laundry,   bertanggung jawab dan konsumen benar-benar mendapatkan haknya sesuai yang tercantum di dalam pasal 4, pasal 5, pasal 7, Pelaku usaha juga sudah menerapkan pasal 10, pasal 26, dan 27.
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Bangun Datar Berbasis Miniatur Rumah Adat Jawa Pada Mata Pelajaran Matematika
Authors: Safrida Napitupulu Vera Amelia,
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan media pembelajaran bangun datar berbasis miniatur rumah adat Jawa pada mata pelajaran matematika di kelas V SD. Kemudian, penelitian ini juga bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah produk yang dikembangkan layak atau tidak digunakan. Penelitian ini menggunakan modifikasi model pengembangan ADDIE yang memakai tiga tahapan, yaitu: 1) Analysis (analisis), 2) Design (desain) dan 3) Development (pengembangan). Tahapan ini dimodifikasi menjadi tiga tahapakan karena peneliti hanya ingin memfokuskan pada perencanaan pengembangan produk agar menghasilkan produk yang layak. Pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini menggunakan tahap wawancara dan membagikan angket. Berdasarkan analisis data yang didapatkan melalui proses validasi dari beberapa penelaah yaitu dua ahli media dan respon guru. Hasil uji validasi yang diperoleh dari ahli media I mendapatkan nilai “3,81” dengan kategori “Baik”, kemudia dari ahli media II mendapatkan nilai “4,54” dengan kategori “Sangat Baik” dan yang terakhir dari respon guru mendapatkan nilai “4,6” dengan kategori “Sangat Baik”. Sesuai dengan ketiga perolehan nilai tersebut, maka hasil rerata yang diperoleh adalah senilai “4,31” dengan kategori “Sangat Baik”. Oleh karena itu, berdasarkan nilai yang diperoleh dari hasil validasi dapat disimpulkan bahwa media pembelajaran bangun datar berbasis miniatur rumah adat Jawa pada mata pelajaran Matematika layak digunakan.
Analisis Kepemimpinan Pendidikan Islam Abad Pertengahan dan Penetrasinya terhadap Renaisans di Eropa
Authors: Indriarti Tiara , Yusuf Hanafiah  , Fadhlurrahman Fadhlurrahman
Published: March 2024

Purpose − This research aims to understand the state of Europe before the Renaissance, describe the process of the Renaissance, and analyze the penetration of Islamic education to the Renaissance movement in Europe. Method − This research is qualitative type with a library research approach. Where research was carried out by collecting, reading and reviewing books related to the analysis of Islamic educational leadership and its penetration into the renaissance in Europe. The analysis techniques in collecting data for this research are data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions using a historical approach. Findings − The results of this study describe the condition of Europeans before the renaissance, the process of the renaissance, and the analysis of the contribution of Islamic education to the renaissance movement in Europe. The condition of Europe before the Renaissance experienced dark ages, moral degradation, and ignorance (dark ages). The dark ages of Europeans can be seen from economic, political, socio-cultural, and religious aspects. The process of the renaissance was motivated by the Muslims who occupied the Andalusian region (Spain) in 771 AD under the caliphate of the Umawid State, namely Al-Walid bin Abdul Malik and the governor of North Africa Musa bin Nushair and commanders Tharif bin Malik and Thariq bin Ziyad. Andalusia (Spain) developed under the leadership of the Umawid State and the Abbasid State which carved a glorious civilization. Muslim scientists were born, one of which was Ibn Rushd, for his thoughts was born the bluff of Averroeism. The Renaissance first appeared in Italy by the bourgeoisie and the word renaissance was first introduced in France by Jules Michelet and popularized by Jacob Burckhardt. On the other hand, the renaissance also began with the Rusydian movement (students of Ibn Rushd) from among the Westerners themselves, among them Musa Ibn Maimun and Siger de Barbant. The contribution of Islamic Education to the renaissance can be seen from the existing education system or level of education such as, kuttab, mosque, book translation center and library. Where it made a long-term contribution to the renaissance process.
Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Nursing Students on COVID–19 In North Cotabato
Authors: Kulintang Mohammed Bien M. , Ngo Andrew D. , Caponpon Noel Miguel D.G. , Tormes Junilord N.
Published: March 2024

COVID – 19 infection is still widespread. State colleges and universities were gradually opened. This study was designed to assess nursing student’s knowledge, attitudes, and practices about COVID-19. A correlational research design was used in this study. From July 1 to August 31, 2021, a snowball sample of 76 student nurses in North Cotabato were surveyed using an online survey tool with a Cronbach’s alpha results: 0.772 for knowledge, 0.774 for attitude, and 0.898 for practices. Results revealed that majority of the respondents were second year female nursing students ages 21 – 23 who reside in rural areas of north Cotabato with a monthly family income of Php 15,000 and below. Primary source of information was through social media followed by school lectures, Internet/website, and television. They have excellent knowledge and very high attitude and practices on COVID-19. In addition, there was a significant relationship between the respondent’s attitude and practices (p-value= .000) but has no significant relationship between knowledge and practices (p-value= .543). Moreover, there was no significant correlation between the respondent’s socio-demographic profile and practices. It was concluded that regardless of the respondent’s demographics, respondents could still have good knowledge. Good attitude and practices on the other hand were prominent to female second year nursing students with the aid of social media, school lectures and internet/website as source of information. The findings established a baseline for the current state of nursing students’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices in North Cotabato. Furthermore, with the assistance of health agencies, areas on sources of information must be considered to ensure the reliability and validity of the information being acquired by everyone. This could help in structuring policies and procedures of each institution that enables the safe application of face-to-face system.
Survey methods for the purple martin in California
Authors: Airola Daniel
Published: March 2024

The purple martin (Progne subis) has declined substantially in numbers and geographic range since the 1980s. Surveys and monitoring are needed to better understand the status of the species, in order to set conservation priorities and direct actions. Purple martins in California often breed in habitats that differ from those in other areas of the species’ range. The species’ sparse distribution, colonial nature, and frequent use of inaccessible nests sites require specialized methodologies to determine suitable nesting habitat, occupancy, numbers, and reproductive success. I present a range of methods available to monitor nesting purple martins in the variety of nesting substrates in which they nest in California. These methods should improve efficiency and accuracy of surveys and provide comparable results that can be used to evaluate regional or statewide trends.
Incidental take of Giant Sea Bass in the gill net fishery
Authors: Haggerty Miranda B. , Valle Chuck
Published: March 2024

The Giant Sea Bass is an apex predator of southern California kelp forests that historically supported large commercial and recreational fisheries but whose population was drastically reduced due to overfishing. Although regulations have been in place to protect Giant Sea Bass for over 30 years, there is concern for continued allowance of their incidental take in commercial gill net fisheries. Through landing records, logbooks, and federal observer data, we examined the commercial take of Giant Sea Bass to determine the: magnitude, location, age, and disposition of catch; whether this take was incidental or targeted; and its impact on the current population. We found that Giant Sea Bass landings declined since gill netting was banned in state waters in 1994 and their overall landings decreased by 75% since becoming protected in 1981. Over time, a greater proportion of older fish was seen in the landings with an increase in mature individuals over 13 years of age since 2000. We found no evidence that commercial fishers are targeting Giant Sea Bass. On average, Giant Sea Bass were landed on 4.2% of gill net trips from 1994 to 2021. Additionally, over the past decade the majority of Giant Sea Bass landings came from only 15 permit holders, but this made up only ~2% of their total landings in pounds as these are the most active permittees, bringing in the highest landings of White Seabass or California Halibut. Assessing gill net observer data, we found the mortality of released Giant Sea Bass is high at 72%, although despite this level of mortality, multiple fishery independent sources indicate Giant Sea Bass populations are increasing, suggesting that current protection measures may be effective. Despite these findings, it is challenging to interpret the full impact of the commercial fishery on Giant Sea Bass as an accurate measure of total discards is unknown without consistent observer coverage.
PEMANFAATAN MEDIA DOMBA DALAM MENGEMBANGKAN KREATIVITAS ANAK USIA DINI
Authors: Norhikmah  , Hairun Nisa  , Desy Maimunah  , Nor Latifah  , Aghnaita  , Sri Hidayati  , Ali Iskandar Zulkarnain
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this community service is to use sheep media in developing early childhood creativity. The method used is service-learning. The targets in this service are educators at TKIT Asy Syaamil Qur'anic Fullday School. The results of the service show that educators at TKIT Asy Syaamil Qur'anic Fullday School can make sheep media well. This media can then be used to develop early childhood creativity and be used in the learning process and introduction of animal themes for students.
MENGENALKAN HURUF HIJAIYAH MENGGUNAKAN POSTER HURUF DI TPQ AL-AMIIN DESA ADEAN KECAMATAN BANGGAI TENGAHKABUPATEN BANGGAI LAUT
Authors: P Lamadang Karmila , Riski Nurfadilah  , Asrianti S. Muhsin  , Asina  , Nurianti  , Trivivi Julianti
Published: March 2024

Introducing hijaiyah letters to students at TPQ (Qur'an Recitation Park) Al-Amin Adean village with approximately 30 students divided into 2 classes is seen as very effective because it uses attractive Hijaiyah posters. This activity has never been done by asatidz or chasing teachers before. So with the learning through this poster is very effective and it seems that students are very enthusiastic in answering every question asked by the mentors.
PARENTING MEMUPUK KECERDASAN ANAK SESUAI MINAT DAN BAKATNYA DI TK ABA IV MANGLI KABUPATEN JEMBER
Authors: Rahmawati Riyas
Published: March 2024

Parenting is a very important thing for school institutions to provide knowledge to parents/guardians regarding education for early childhood. The aim of this parenting activity is to provide understanding and guidance to parents/guardians about how to cultivate children's intelligence according to their interests and talents. The activity method carried out is participatory, namely an effort to provide information to parents/guardians of students and teachers so that they have an increased understanding of the material presented. This form of community service activity takes the form of seminars and interactive discussions regarding the intelligence each child has and how to cultivate that intelligence according to the child's interests and talents. The result of this activity is the implementation of parenting activities for parents/guardians of students at Kindergarten ABA IV Mangli, Jember Regency in properly nurturing children's intelligence according to their interests and talents, as well as increasing the understanding of parents/guardians regarding how to cultivate children's intelligence according to their interests. and his talents.