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Planejamento estratégico em Organizações Não Governamentais: o caso da ATLIMARJOM
Authors: Santos Carla C. dos , Dias Daniela Rodrigues , Domingues Homero , Cotta Daysemara Maria 
Published: March 2019

As condições econômicas e políticas do Brasil impossibilitam que o próprio governo atenda todas às necessidades da sociedade, as quais se agravam na atual situação em que os recursos se tornaram cada vez mais escassos. Neste sentido, a sociedade fica à frente a fim de organizar as ações em prol da população, preservar os direitos humanos e estruturar a responsabilidade social. Destacam-se nesse contexto as instituições sem fins lucrativos do Terceiro Setor, as Organizações não governamentais - ONG’s. O presente artigo tem por finalidade abordar a importância do Planejamento Estratégico para a organização não governamental – ONG, ATLIMARJOM, propondo-se a revisão e aplicação como ferramenta de gestão. Metodologicamente foi realizado de um diagnóstico por meio de uma pesquisa qualitativa com uma entrevista semiestruturada em profundidade diretamente com o gestor da instituição, buscando-se o conhecimento de sua estrutura organizacional a fim de ampliar a consciência de que é preciso uma mudança nas estratégias de gestão empresarial. Como resultados, foi possível constatar o quanto é necessário elaborar um eficiente planejamento estratégico para que seja conquistada a confiança da sociedade, parcerias estratégicas e rentabilidade aliada ao foco social da ONG.
Dificuldades e Distúrbios de Aprendizagem: nos Primeiros anos de Escolarização
Authors: Moro Letícia Gonçalves Borin , Carlesso Janaína Pereira Pretto 
Published: March 2019

O presente artigo tem como objetivo descrever as semelhanças e diferenças presentes na literatura sobre o assunto referente ao conceito de dificuldades e distúrbios de aprendizagem. Também foi abordado nesse estudo quais fatores que influenciam as dificuldades e transtornos de aprendizagem, trazendo reflexões sobre suas possíveis causas. A pesquisa realizada é do tipo bibliográfica, de cunho qualitativo. A coleta de dados foi realizada o segundo semestre de 2018, nas seguintes bases de dados eletrônicas: Scielo, Google Acadêmico, Bireme, nos repositórios de dissertações e teses de universidades. Os estudos apontam que as dificuldades e distúrbios de aprendizagem apresentam sintomatologia semelhante, mas a etiologia diferenciada sendo que as dificuldades estão relacionadas aos fatores extrínsecos e os transtornos a fatores intrínsecos ao aluno. Portanto, destaca-se a importância dos professores de diferentes níveis de ensino conhecerem tais abordagens para que suas intervenções pedagógicas alcancem uma aprendizagem mais efetiva e significativa no âmbito da sala de aula.
Formação de professores: construção do conhecimento, dilemas e desafios
Authors: Monteiro Edenar Souza , Santos Laureliza , Maciel Cilene Maria Lima Antunes , Battini Okçana , Nantes Eliza Adriana Sheuer , Mendes Léia Laura de Souza 
Published: March 2019

Este artigo objetiva conhecer a contribuição da academia para o percurso docente enfocando os dilemas e desafios de professores que experienciam a profissão nos anos inicias da educação básica. Os autores que sustentam o estudo discutem sobre formação de professores que envolvem saberes docentes, formação inicial e profissional, dilemas da profissão, professor reflexivo e identidade profissional. A metodologia utilizada foi as Narrativas de Formação, que trabalha pontualmente com percursos pessoais e coletivos de educadores. Os resultados apontaram que os sujeitos pesquisados, ao entrar em contato com os aportes teóricos e com o estagio, vivenciaram dificuldades que se estenderam até o inicio de carreira. Porém, o convívio em um ambiente colaborativo de aprendizagens e trocas de experiências, os instrumentalizaram paulatinamente para enfrentar os desafios inerentes à profissão. Portanto, os resultados apontaram que os sujeitos tem ciência dos desafios da profissão e percebe a importância da reflexão sobre a prática para que alcance os significados de sua profissão e veja-se como produtor de saberes enquanto agente de interações humanas.
TINJAUAN KUALITAS DAN DAMPAK EKONOMI KONSENTRASI TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLID (TDS) AIR DI AREA PERTAMBAKAN DESA BULUMANIS KIDUL
Authors: Damayanti Herna Octivia 
Published: March 2019

ENGLISHHigh Total Dissolved Solid (TDS) concentration can increase salinity ultimately reduce the availability of dissolved oxygen (DO). Objectives of the research are to Bulumanis Kidul village aquaculture area : (1) determine the irrigation channels TDS concentration, (2) determine the fishpond pools TDS concentration, (3) conduct the aquaculture economic review to fishpond pools water exchange. This research used descriptive method. Primary data is TDS data of water samples taken on July 7, 2013 and secondary data from the relevant documents. Sampling of water in Bugag and Daleman irrigation canal, Block Kali Bugag 6 samples and Block Kali Daleman 3 samples. Analysis data by descriptive analysis. TDS concentration data of water sample compared with Class III water quality criteria in the Goverment Regulation Number 82 of 2001. While results of literature and documents study are presented in narrative form. The results are : (1) TDS concentration in Bugag and Daleman irrigation canal not fulfill the Class III water quality criteria, (2) TDS concentration in and Block Kali Bugag and Block Kali Daleman fishpond pool not fulfill Class III water quality criteria, (3) the water exchange or mixing in a short time due to the unfavorable water source conditioncan reduce the business profit. INDONESIAKonsentrasi Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) tinggi dapat meningkatkan salinitas yang akhirnya mengurangi ketersediaan oksigen terlarut (DO). Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk area pertambakan Desa Bulumanis kidul : (1) mengetahui konsentrasi TDS saluran irigasi, (2) mengetahui konsentrasi TDS kolam tambak, (3) melakukan tinjauan ekonomi terhadap penggantian air kolam tambak. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif. Data primer yaitu data TDS sampel air yang diambil pada 7 Juli 2013 dan data sekunder dari dokumen yang relevan. Pengambilan sampel air di saluran irigasi Bugag dan Daleman, Blok Kali Bugag sebanyak 6 sampel dan Blok Kali Daleman sebanyak 3 sampel. Analisis data secara deskriptif. Data konsentrasi TDS sampel air dibandingkan dengan kriteria mutu air kelas III dalam PP No. 82 Tahun 2001. Sedangkan hasil studi literatur dan dokumen disajikan dalam bentuk narasi. Hasil penelitian adalah (1) konsentrasi TDS di saluran irigasi Bugag dan Daleman tidak memenuhi kriteria mutu air kelas III; (2) konsentrasi TDS di kolam tambak Blok Kali Bugag dan Blok Kali Daleman tidak memenuhi kriteria mutu air kelas III; (3) penggantian atau pencampuran air dalam waktu yang singkat karena kondisi sumber air yang kurang baik dapat mengurangi keuntungan usaha.
REPRESENTATIVE BUREAUCRACY IN NIGERIA PUBLIC SERVICE AND THE PROBLEM OF SUSTAINABLE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: ISSUES AND POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS
Authors: Onyishi Augustine E. 
Published: March 2019

The term representative bureaucracy is not exclusively related to the Nigeria administrative system, it has gained popularity and become acceptable public policy in most heterogeneous societies globally, especially in the area of recruitment as well as promotion of personnel in public institutions. The principle arise in Nigeria out of the need to ameliorate the prevalent ethnic conflicts, arising out of the competition over the control of political power, government appointments and employment as well as admission into federal universities in Nigeria. This study attempt to examine the impact of this policy in Nigeria public service on sustainable national development with data mostly generated from the secondary source, to analyze the relationship between the two variables. Using the Marxist political economy theory as its framework of analysis, this study argues that the brand of representative bureaucracy practiced in Nigeria public service is hostile to sustainable national development. It however, recommends that there is need to revert to merit system instead of ethnic representation in employment into Nigeria public service as well as the federal universities since it is evident that the present arrangement has failed in all ramifications and has arrested any form of sustainable national development
Transient Ischemic Stroke due to Hyperhomocysteinemia: A Rare Case Report
Authors: Jagtap Ashok , Gupta Ankit , Mohniya Prakhar , Karande Priyanka 
Published: March 2019

Abstract
Introduction: Cerebrovascular disease in childhood is relatively rare. Recently, there has been much interest in homocysteine, a sulfur-containing amino acid, as an important risk factor for vascular diseases including stroke. We report the case of a 13-year-old girl presented with ischemic stroke due to hyperhomocysteinemia.
Case report: This case report describes a 13-year-old girl with repeated episodes of hemiplegia due to hyperhomocysteinemia.
Conclusion: There are strong clues in favor of a causal relationship between hyperhomocysteinemia and athero-trombotic diseases. Homocysteine levels can be lowered effectively by a combination therapy of folic acid, vitamin B12, and vitamin B6.
A differently managed Spleen Injury
Authors: Shoor G , Rulaniya S , Mukherjee K , Sengupta H , Saraf A 
Published: March 2019

Abstract
Introduction: Treatment of symptomatic splenic injury after more than 1 month of the trauma is not very specific. Moreover, here, we are reporting such a case where the patient was treated laparoscopically salvaging the spleen.
Case report: A 26-year-old young male presented with persistent pain in the left upper abdomen and back, following a splenic injury while playing football 1 month ago. Abdominal ultrasound showed subcapsular hematoma with intact hilum. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography of whole abdomen showed large subcapsular hematoma grade III with intact hilar vessels. In view of persistent pain and discomfort, which debilitated and restrained him from daily as well as professional activity, even after 1 month of trauma, the patient was planned for diagnostic laparoscopy and proceed, which revealed hemoperitoneum and was aspirated. Omentum was separated from splenic capsule, breech in the capsule was extended, and hematoma was sucked out. The drain was removed on 4th postoperative day after ultrasound to exclude any fresh hemorrhage. The patient soon started daily activity and resumed his job after 15 days.
Conclusion: Surgical intervention in a hemodynamically stable splenic-injury patient may sometimes be required depending upon the condition and symptoms of the patient.
Compressive Behaviours of Oil Bean Shell and Wood Particulates/ Epoxy Composite Board
Authors: Edafiadhe E. O. , Nyorere O. , Hilary Uguru 
Published: March 2019

The compressive behaviours (compressive strength, compressive energy, Young’s modulus, failure time, and compressive strain) of epoxy composite board, reinforced with oil bean pod shell particulates (OBPS) and mahogany timber saw dust (SD) were investigated in this research. The samples were prepared with five different fillers (OBPS and SD) percentage (10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 vol.%) in the ratio of 1:1. Both filler materials where treated with 5(w/v)% Sodium hydroxide solution to enhance their mechanical properties. All the composite samples were tested according to ASTM standards, by using the Universal Testing Machine. Results obtained from the research showed that fillers loading had significant (P ≤0.05) effect on all the compressive behaviours investigated. In addition, the results showed that the fillers significantly improved all the compressive parameters. The compressive strength of the composite increased from 14.54 to 48.19 MPa, as the fillers loading increased from 10 to 30 wt.%, while the Young’s modulus increased by 49%. The compressive energy increased from 21.4 to 146 Nm. Data gotten from this research can be useful in the production of composite boards for engineering applications.
Training and Manpower Development Techniques Adopted in Nigerian Breweries Plc Impact on National Development
Authors: Esther F. Fomsi , Charles C. Ogoke 
Published: March 2019

Aims: The study primarily aimed at assessing the techniques the Nigerian breweries adopts in its staff training and development for efficient performance and enhanced productivity; and its impact on national development.
Study Design: The study was guided by two objectives which were translated into research questions. The research design comprised of survey and ex-post facto.
Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted on Nigerian Breweries Plc Aba, Abia state of Nigeria, between July 2017 and May 2018.
Methodology: The population was the company’s entire permanent staff numbering 445, comprising 10 managers and 435 non-managers. Stratified random sampling method was used to select a sample of 184 staff. Instrument for data collection was a questionnaire. The face and content validity of the questionnaire was determined using experts in Educational Technology and Measurement and Evaluation, while its reliability was determined using Crombach Alpha method with a coefficient of 0.74 obtained. Frequency and simple percentages were used to analyze the research questions.
Results: Out of the 184 staff, between 90 and 183 variously identified coaching, job rotation, apprenticeship, understudying and induction as forms of on-the-job training techniques commonly adopted in the company. Also staff response on non training but motivational techniques positively high in the areas of Free Medical Services 184; Free Transport 102; Transport Allowance 184; Christmas Bonus 184 and others 130.Fewer numbers ranging between 8 and 65 variously identified classroom assignment, discussion and conferences, committee assignment, film, TV and cinema, etc off-the-job training techniques.
Conclusion: The study revealed among others, that on-the-job training techniques were commonly adopted and considered most effective too. It also showed that the company’s manpower development was not based on training alone but also on other non-training staff welfare schemes designed to motivate workers.
Utilization of Acetyl Salicylic Acidand Irradiation as Postharvest Treatments for Storage of Persimmon Fruits Cv."Costata"
Authors: Al-Majed E. Azza , El-Shamma M. S. , Hafez M. Omaima , Saleh A. Malaka , Zaied S. Nagwa 
Published: March 2019

Mature Persimmon fruits "Costata cv." were used to study the effect of Acetyl Salicylic Acid (ASA) at rates 0, 2, 3% and/or irradiation (IRD) with 0.0, 1.0, 2.0 KGy doses, using CO60 source at 2g /Sec as a trial for prolonging fruit marketing period and extending its shelf life with good quality, after cold storage treatment. Nine treatments including control were stored for 75 days at 0 ± 1oC with 80 + 2% relative humidity to measure weight loss, fruit firmness and decay percentages. Where, fruit quality parameters during shelf life were evaluated after 7 days of transference to room temperature (23 ± 2°C). Results showed a close relationship between high irradiation dose (2 KGy) and rate of detrimental effects by accelerating ripening process and softening during storage and shelf life to obtain less marketing fruits. Adding ASA at either 3 or 2% to fruits irradiated with2 KGy, slightly reduced the decline in fruit quality. Furthermore, non-treated cold stored fruits dominated 2 KGy treatment, in this respect.However, fruit constituent values were gradually progressed and 1 KGy dose recorded the highest storability effect in keeping fruits firm with less deterioration response as combined with 2% ASA, compared with sole ones.Moreover, improving effect in fruit components i.e., acidity, VC, SSC, sugar, T. flavonoids, β-Carotene and reduction in tannin contents were retained with 1 KGy treatment as combined with 2% ASA followed in descending order by 3% ASA. In general, irradiation of persimmon fruits at dose (2 KGy) was not suitablefor preserving stored fruits. Also, sole radiation treatment at 1 KGy was less effective than sole treatment of ASA at either 2 or 3% rates, in this respect. Therefore, irradiation with 1 KGy combined with ASA treatment at 2% can be recommended for improving storability of persimmon"Costata cv." fruits with the maintenance of good marketable and preferable nutritional parameters up to extended shelf life.
Biocolorants Production by Pigment-Producing Bacteria Isolated from Soil
Authors: Hizbullahi M. U. , Farouq A. A. , Baki A. S. , Ibrahim A. D. , Hauwa B. A. , Jumare F. I. 
Published: March 2019

Background: The use of synthetic organic colors has been acknowledged for many years as the most reliable and economical method of restoring some of the food’s original shade to the processed products. However, from the health safety point of view, they are not accepted by consumers because they produce skin allergies, less stable and also produce highly toxic wastes that pose a threat to the environment.
The Aim of the Study: The aim was to isolate and identify pigment-producing bacteria from soil and to study various growth parameters for their pigment production.
Materials and Methods: Soil samples were collected from different site within Sokoto State metropolis and were screened on nutrient agar for isolation of pigment-production bacteria. The isolated pigment-producing bacteria were subjected morphological, biochemical and molecular characterization. The phylogenetic analyses of bacterial isolates were carried out using Molecular Evolutionary Genetics Analysis (MEGA 6 software). Ethanol, methanol and chloroform were used for pigments extraction and the extracted pigments were characterized using Ultraviolet-Visible spectroscopy, Fourier Transformed Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and thin-layer chromatography (TLC). The effects of growth medium, pH, temperature, incubation time, shaking and static conditions on pigments production was determined. The stability of the pigments was tested toward pH and temperature.
Results: Three (3) isolates that showed purple, orange and blue-green pigment were selected for pigment productions. The isolates were identified as Chromobacterium violaceum, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Salinococcus roseus. The optimization studies revealed that the Chromobacterium violaceum produced highest purple pigment in nutrient broth at pH 8 for 96 hours of incubation at 35°C under shaking condition while Pseudomonas aeruginosa produced green pigment in nutrient broth at pH 7, 72 hours of incubation at 37°C under shaking condition and Salinococcus roseus produced highest orange pigment on nutrient broth at pH 7, after 96 hours of incubation at 40°C under shaking condition. The characteristics of the pigments corresponded to that violacein, pyocyanin and zeaxanthin based on their FTIR, UV-visible spectroscopy and TLC results. It was found that all the pigments showed good stability at the temperatures of 200°C and fairly stable at lower pH (2).
Conclusion: It therefore concluded that the soil could be the source for isolating pigment-producing bacteria that would offer various industrial applications such textile industries.
Direct Financial Cost of Diabetes Mellitus among Adult Sudanese Patients in Khartoum State 2016-2017
Authors: Elnil Mahmoud , Swaraldahab Zeinab , Abdelaziz Sulaf Ibrahim 
Published: March 2019

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease with devastating short and long-term complications that affect productivity. The corner stone for diabetes care is tight glycemic control with regular follow up. To achieve this care, medications and other health care services must be available and affordable.
Objective: To estimate the direct cost of diabetes mellitus care among adult patients in Khartoum state.
Methods: Cross-sectional study using multi-stage sampling technique to select the facilities proportional to population size. Patients were interviewed using questionnaire.
Results: The total annual cost of Diabetes was estimated to be 3820 Sudanese pound (SDG) per person. Hospitalizations fees accounted for the major portion of the cost. Forty-seven percent of the patients were admitted with diabetes related problems during the previous year. One in four of the diabetic patients had no sufficient supply of medications.
Conclusion: The total annual cost was significantly lower among those with regular follow up visits than those with irregular visits (P < 0.03). Emphasis should be put on providing affordable and available health services and medication especially at PHC level.
Glucocorticoid-Induced, Morpho-Functional Alterations in Pancreatic Beta Cells of Wistar Rats
Authors: Aigbiremolen A. , Omoirri M. A. , Udi O. A. , Iloh S. E. , Ogbonnaya M. 
Published: March 2019

Background: Though prolonged use of glucocorticoids has been reported to promote adverse effects, traditionally, high-dose glucocorticoids have been implicated in immune-suppression following organ transplant with Cortisone being a well-known artificial glucocorticoid.
Objectives: This study investigated the histo-architectural and functional changes in pancreatic beta cells due to Cortisone administration.
Materials and Methods: Forty two (42) Wistar rats (140 – 200 kg) were assigned into seven groups of six (6) rats each with group A acting as a control. While groups B and C were respectively treated with 0.1 mg/kg and 0.3 mg/kg of Cortisone, groups D and E received 0.1 mg/kg and 0.3 mg/kg of Cortisone respectively plus 33 mg/kg of Ketoconazole; whereas, groups F and G were respectively given 0.1 mg/kg and 0.3 mg/kg of Cortisone alongside 150 mg/kg of Vitamin E each for twenty-eight (28) days. After 28 days of administration, rats were euthanized and blood samples collected for insulin assay. Pancreatic tissues were also harvested and observed for histo-morphological changes.
Results: Analysis of variance (ANOVA) found Cortisone to have significantly (p < .05) increased glucose level in a dose dependent manner. This was however attenuated following co-administration of Ketoconazole and Vitamin E as Ketoconazole showed more potency in this ameliorating effect. Also, Cortisone was observed to significantly decrease (in dose dependent fashion), pancreatic β-cell functions, with attenuating effect seen following co-administration of Ketoconazole.
Conclusion: It is recommended that caution is applied with the intake of glucocorticoids, especially in polypharmacy while treating certain ailments.
Menstrual Knowledge and Hygiene Management of Adolescent Girls
Authors: Rani Pretty , Reddy R. Geetha 
Published: March 2019

Aim: The study measured the menstrual knowledge and hygiene practices of adolescent girls of low socio income group.
Study Design: Purposive sampling method was used for the selection of study participants.
Place and Methodology: A self-developed Questionnaire was used to collect data on knowledge and hygiene practices among the adolescent girls of Hyderabad.
Results: Results showed that the levels of knowledge regarding menstrual health is low among the adolescent girls. Menstruation is clouded in social taboos and is never discussed in homes and hence the adolescent girls are ignorant about it. They accidentally discover and experience menstruation as it happens. It is a prerequisite and a right for adolescent girls to have accurate and adequate knowledge about menstruation and its appropriate related hygiene practices. Further, there exists a positive correlation between menstrual knowledge and hygiene management by adolescent girls which clearly indicates that if the menstrual knowledge increases among adolescent girls, then there can be improvement in the hygiene practices as well by the same group.