bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Exploring the perceptual experiences of nurses regarding the care of patients with COVID-19: A mixed methodological approach
Authors: Jadhav Vaishali S. , Sreeletha Arunima , Mahajan Natasha 
Published: June 2024

AbstractBackground:The COVID-19 pandemic, with its rapid spread and subsequent lockdown measures, has brought about unprecedented changes in our lives. Terms like lockdown, social distancing, and quarantine have become part of our daily vocabulary. Amid this crisis, frontline workers, including nurses, have emerged as the unsung heroes, bravely battling the effects of the pandemic. This study delves into the perceptual encounters of nurses regarding patient care during this critical period, providing valuable insights into their experiences.Materials and Methods:This study employed a unique mixed-methods sequential explanatory design. Quantitative data was gathered from 202 registered nurses attending to COVID-19 patients in designated hospitals in Navi Mumbai. Following quantitative analysis, samples of qualitative data were collected until data saturation, focusing on experiences categorized as fair or adverse. Quantitative data collection relied on self-reporting, while qualitative data collection involved in-depth telephone interviews and audio recording techniques. The study’s scope was confined to hospitals in Navi Mumbai and specifically targeted staff nurses providing care for COVID-19 patients.Results:39% of respondents reported experiencing fair situations, while 69% of nurses expressed encountering negative experiences related to COVID-19. The study identified various themes, including encountered challenges, physical hardships, emotional conflicts, provided facilities, and most importantly, the robust support systems. Challenges included caring for immobile patients, insufficient staffing, and extended work hours. Mental concerns comprised fear of contracting the virus, stress, familial tensions, separation anxiety, and disrupted communication with loved ones. The provided facilities encompassed meals, transportation, lodging, personal protective equipment, and amenities such as air conditioning and hot water. Support was observed from colleagues, friends, family, and senior staff members, highlighting the strength of the healthcare community in times of crisis. Social resistance included pressure to resign, lack of familial support, and societal stigma. Coping mechanisms involved communicating with loved ones, receiving support from colleagues, and engaging in activities such as listening to music, meditation, prayer, exercise, and yoga. The study found no significant association between nurses’ perceptual experiences and selected demographic variables.Conclusion:The study examined the perspectives of staff nurses regarding their duties during the COVID-19 pandemic, capturing their experiences through quantitative and qualitative analyses that addressed notable challenges, including physical, mental, and social obstacles.
An audit of “Repeat” fine needle aspiration cytology procedures in a cytopathology laboratory—An important quality indicator
Authors: Sehgal Shivali , Jetley Sujata , Khan Sabina , Jairajpuri Zeeba S. 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Background:
The cytopathology department mainly conducts audits to evaluate the diagnostic efficiency of procedures across different organs. However, the common occurrence of repeat aspirations, typical in many cytology laboratories, has largely been overlooked. This study sought to examine the frequency of repeat Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) procedures within a cytopathology laboratory and to explore the root causes for such repetition.

Materials and Methods:
A retrospective descriptive analysis was conducted at the cytopathology laboratory affiliated with a tertiary care facility. This study included all FNAC cases reported over six months. Data were extracted from cytology records, and multiple factors leading to repeat aspirations were examined. The rate of repeat FNAC procedures was calculated by dividing the number of “repeat” FNAC procedures in a specific month by the total number of FNACs performed. A quality manager set a benchmark of 15% for the repeat FNAC rate.

Results:
About 39 out of 303 FNACs (12.8%) were repeated for 6 months. Soft tissue lesions, predominantly lipomas, accounted for most (35.9%) of these repeated aspirations. The principal reason for the need for repeat aspirations was insufficient material obtained during the initial aspiration.

Conclusion:
In many laboratories, the frequency of repeat FNAC procedures and their root causes often need to be checked. Evaluating the quantity of repeat aspirations in a laboratory indicates its performance and is a vital quality measure, especially when accreditation is required. This research proved beneficial by providing valuable insights into the prevalence of repeat aspirations within a cytology laboratory.
A comparative study of breast lesions using the IAC Yokohama System for reporting breast cytopathology against histopathological biopsy
Authors: Joshi Chandrakala , Varma Ruchi , Pande Shruti Tiwari 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Background:
Breast lumps pose a significant health concern globally, contributing to both illness and death. The International Academy of Cytology (IAC) Yokohama system has established a uniform method for reporting breast cytology, categorizing it into five groups: inadequate, benign, atypical, suspicious, and malignant.

Aims and Objectives:
This study primarily aimed to evaluate breast lesions using the IAC Yokohama System and compare the results with those of corresponding histopathological biopsies. Additionally, the study aimed to analyze the sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), negative predictive value (NPV), and diagnostic accuracy of breast fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) and determine the risk of malignancy associated with each category.

Materials and Methods:
In this study, 92 cases were analyzed and categorized according to the IAC Yokohama System. Sensitivity, specificity, PPV, NPV, diagnostic accuracy, and risk of malignancy were determined based on histopathological diagnosis, which was considered the reference standard.

Results:
Among the 92 breast FNACs, the risk of malignancy for the categories insufficient, benign, atypical, suspicious, and malignant were 0%, 0%, 18.75%, 100%, and 100%, respectively. The highest sensitivity (100%) was achieved when considering atypical, suspicious, and malignant cases as positive results. The specificity was highest (100%) when only malignant or both malignant and suspicious cases were considered positive results. The highest diagnostic accuracy (95.65%) was observed when including malignant and suspicious cases as positive results.

Conclusion:
Implementing the IAC Yokohama System for reporting breast cytopathology through structured reporting will enhance the quality, clarity, and reproducibility of reports among pathologists and clinicians, which would result in enhanced patient care and management.
Comparative evaluation of clinical outcomes of dexmedetomidine versus without dexmedetomidine in surgical field of otorhinolaryngology: A prospective study
Authors: Gosh Sampurna , Mahalakshmi Kuncham , Sri Kandula Sowmya , Fatima Najiya , Bhargavi Vanga , Sandhya P. , Padia Neha A. , Talla Venu 
Published: June 2024

Introduction:
This prospective study aims to systematically compare the clinical outcomes of dexmedetomidine versus without dexmedetomidine in the context of nasal procedures. Dexmedetomidine is an Alpha-2 adrenergic agonist with sedative and analgesic properties. The research seeks to evaluate the impact of dexmedetomidine administration on surgical outcomes and patient safety.

Objective:
Our research’s objective was to evaluate the clinical outcomes of a bolus dose of dexmedetomidine during nasal surgery in the range of 0.5–1 µg/kg followed by maintenance infusion of dexmedetomidine at a dose of 0.2–0.5 µg/h compared to without dexmedetomidine.

Materials and Methods:
This study is characterized as a prospective, observational, and comparative investigation. After institutional ethical committee approval, informed consent was obtained and 60 patients were split into two groups of 30 each. Group A received a dexmedetomidine bolus dose of 0.5–1 µg/kg diluted over 10 min in 0.9% normal saline followed by maintenance infusion of dexmedetomidine at 0.2–0.5 µg/h. Group B received routine anesthesia. In both the groups, infusions were titrated to maintain controlled hypotension. During the surgery, the bleeding score was determined using the Boezaart scale.

Results:
In this study, it was observed that Group A had lower intraoperative blood pressure (BP), heart rate (HR), and mean arterial pressure which significantly reduced the overall bleeding score. In the dexmedetomidine group, the average Boezaart score was 2.0, and in Group B, it was 2.47. Both the groups experienced intraoperative complications in which medical intervention was carried out. Compared to Group B, Group A maintained better hypotension, eliminating both intraoperative and postoperative anxiety. Postoperatively BP, HR, respiratory rate, and SpO2 were monitored till 5 h, and we found a significant difference (P < 0.05) between both the groups, where Group A demonstrated better hemodynamic stability.

Conclusion:
The dexmedetomidine group demonstrated a substantial decrease in HR, mean atrial pressure, and intraoperative BP, resulting in a surgical field devoid of blood and with a lower bleeding grade. Postoperative problems were less common when dexmedetomidine was used.
Ophthalmia neonatorum: Klebsiella pneumoniae
Authors: Sobrinho Marcelo Vicente De Andrade , Salioni Gabriela Romantini , Nutels Giovanna Soares , Calegari Murilo Mantoan , Leite Sabrina Martins 
Published: June 2024

AbstractOphthalmia neonatorum (ON) is a form of conjunctivitis occurring within the 1stmonth of life, primarily attributable to bacterial pathogens. The predominant etiological agents includeChlamydia trachomatisandNeisseria gonorrhoeae. Viral pathogens such as herpes simplex, adenovirus, and enterovirus may also incite ON. Hospital-acquired conjunctivitis (HAC) rarely affects healthy infants who have received prophylactic treatment against ON. Herein, we report a case of ON in a healthy female newborn female caused byKlebsiella pneumoniae. Following the infant’s and her parents’ treatment, the patient’s condition improved, leading to discharge. Strict adherence to infection control protocols, including meticulous hand hygiene practices, is crucial for attenuating this issue and averting the serious complications associated with HAC.
Correlation of axial length and anterior chamber depth with stature in young adults in tertiary care hospital
Authors: Khanna N. Sindhu , Anitha J. , Sushmitha H. , Nath Reshma S. , Nataraju Nikitha 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Aim:
The aim of the study was to correlate axial length (AL) and anterior chamber depth (ACD) with stature.

Materials and Methods:
The study was conducted among 100 patients attending the ophthalmology outpatient department, including both males and females aged between 20 and 40 years, with clear media and without any systemic or ocular pathology. The first comprehensive ophthalmic examination was done on each subject, including vision assessment, refraction, slit lamp examination, and fundus examination. Then subjects were enrolled in this cross-sectional and purposive study depending on the inclusion and exclusion criteria and were divided into four groups depending on their heights (in cm). Data analysis was performed using SPSS to correlate AL and ACD with stature in young adults in tertiary care hospitals.

Results:
Although the mean values of the height group 179–189 cm are found to be higher, the P value was found to be insignificant (P = 0.343). There was a positive correlation with P being 0.019 and 0.001 in height groups 159–169 and 169–179 cm, respectively, indicating that there is statistical significance in these groups with the ALs. The correlation was significant with P = 0.026 in the group 159–169 cm. Therefore, the height group 159–169 cm has statistical significance with ACD.

Conclusion:
In the present study, we found that there was a statistical correlation between the stature of an individual with their ALs and the anterior chamber of the eyeball. We found that taller young adults tend to have longer AL and ACD.
Functional assessment of knee osteoarthritis in the hospital outpatient care unit
Authors: Hartanto Dedi , Puteri Nur Husna , Ariyani Herda , Nita Yunita , Hermansyah Andi 
Published: June 2024

Background: Osteoarthritis is a joint cartilage disease that affects a patient’s quality of life as it limits the patient’s movement, reduces the ability to work, increases emotions, and leads to long-term depression.
Objective: To report the functional status of Knee OA in outpatient care at Ulin Hospital Banjarmasin, Indonesia.
Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted with a functional assessment of the patient's medical record data. The Western Ontario and McMaster University Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) instruments were used. Fifty-one respondents participated in the study.
Result: Most respondents were female (86.27%), 50–59 years old (33.33%), and suffered from OA for less than one year (35.29%). In addition, 24 patients (47%) suffered from mild OA, and 27 patients (53%) had moderate OA, reflecting that patients might have issues with their physical function. Of all participants, 60.78% had grade three OA by Kellgren Lawrence's severity classification; others had grade two. All patients received intraarticular injections of hyaluronic acid.
Conclusion: There was no statistically significant difference between the WOMAC score and the gender, age, degree of OA and duration of OA. Hence, this illustrates that patients would suffer more from OA along with disease progression.
Pengaruh perendaman daging sapi dalam air rebusan daun salam (Syzygium polyanthum) terhadap kualitas kimia
Authors: Windyasmara Ludfia , Sariri Ahimsa Kandi , Palulungan John Arnold 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Beef is a food source from livestock that contains high nutrients. Beef is a source of animal protein that is easily digested in the human body. One way to prevent damage to beef is preservation by soaking the meat in boiling water of bay leaves. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of storage time of beef that has been soaked with boiled water of bay leaves on chemical quality. This research method uses Completely Randomized Design (CRD). The data obtained were analyzed statistically using Analysis Of Variance (ANOVA). If there is a significant significant difference between treatments, the test is continued with Duncan Multiple Range (DMRT). Parameters observed in this study included pH, water content, dissolved protein and phenol tests. The results showed that the length of storage of beef that had been soaked in boiling water of bay leaves was non-significant (P>0.1) on the pH value and water content but was significantly different (P<0.05) on dissolved protein and significantly different (very significant). P<0.01) to phenol. The longer the storage of beef in the refrigerator will increase the water content and dissolved protein but not with phenol.
Keywords: Beef; Boiled water of bay leaves; Chemical quality

Abstrak
Daging sapi merupakan bahan pangan asal ternak yang mengandung nutrisi tinggi. Daging sapi adalah sumber protein hewani yang mudah dicerna di dalam tubuh manusia. Salah satu cara untuk menghambat kerusakan daging sapi adalah pengawetan dengan merendam daging dengan air rebusan daun salam. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh lama penyimpanan daging sapi yang telah direndam dengan air rebusan daun salam terhadap kualitas kimia. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL). Data yang diperoleh dianalisis secara statistik menggunakan Analisis Of Variance (ANOVA). Apabila terdapat beda nyata yang signifikan antar perlakuan, uji dilanjutkan dengan Duncan Multiple Range (DMRT). Parameter pengamatan penelitian ini meliputi uji pH, kadar air, protein terlarut dan fenol. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan lama penyimpanan daging sapi yang telah direndam dengan air rebusan daun salam non signifikan (P>0,1) terhadap nilai pH dan kadar air namun signifikan berbeda nyata (P<0,05) terhadap protein terlarut dan signifikan berbeda sangat nyata (P<0,01) terhadap fenol. Semakin lama penyimpanan daging sapi di refrigerator akan meningkatkan kadar air dan protein terlarut tetapai tidak dengan fenol.
Kata kunci: Air rebusan daun salam; Daging sapi; Kualitas kimia
Introduksi Teknologi Budidaya Bawang Merah Skala Pekarangan di Kecamatan Sematang Borang Kota Palembang
Authors: Ariadi Zepri , Karenina Tili , Oktavianti Ika , Karmelina Karmelina , Wiriansyah Andhi , Natalia Beta 
Published: June 2024

Bawang merah merupakan salah satu komoditi hortikultura penting penyumbang inflasi namun tingkat produksi yang masih terbatas. Budidaya bawang merah sebagian besar dilaksanakan di Pulau Jawa dan pengembangannya di wilayah lain hanya dilaksanakan dengan skala kecil dan terbatas. Tujuan pelaksanaan introduksi teknologi bawang merah ini adalah untuk memotivasi dan memberdayakan masyarakat dalam memanfaatkan lahan pekarangan sebagai usaha produktif untuk memenuhi kebutuhan dan menambah pendapatan. Pelaksanaan kegiatan introduksi bawang merah dilaksanakan melalui tiga tahapan utama yaitu koordinasi dengan berbagai pihak internal dan eksternal, demplot budidaya bawang merah di lahan pekarangan anggota KUB, dan monitoring dan evaluasi secara berkala. Dari kegiatan introduksi budidaya bawang merah di lahan pekarangan telah menambah pengetahuan anggota KUB Rawa Ijo Sematang Borang dalam membudidayakan bawang merah dan mampu memotivasi anggota KUB dalam memahami bagaimana pentingnya memanfaatkan pekarangan sebagai lahan produktif. Dari per 100 polybag yang ditanami bawang merah dengan total berat bibit sebesar 0,565 kg diperoleh hasil panen sebesar 5,83 kg. Selanjutnya hasil yang didapat dari kegiatan introduksi bawang merah tersebut juga dapat mengurangi pengeluaran konsumsi keluarga serta menambah pendapatan rumah tangga.
Uji Efektivitas Antifungi Daun Mahkota Dewa (Phaleria macrocarpa) Terhadap Pertumbuhan Jamur Candida albicans dan Aspergillus niger
Authors: Harahap Muhammad Rizky , Rasyidah Rasyidah , Mayasari Ulfayani 
Published: June 2024

Dari sejumlah kasus yang sering ditemui fungi penyabab terjadi infeksi pada manusia. Salah satu fungi penyebab Infeksi pada manusia adalah Candida albicans dan Aspegillus niger, tanaman yang memiliki senyawa antifungi adalah Mahkota dewa (Phaleria macrocarpa). Tujuan dari dilakukan pengujian ini mengetahui daya hambat ekstrak daun mahkota dewa (Phaleria macrocarpa) terhadap pertumbuhan jamur Candida albicans dan Aspegillus niger. Pengujian ini dilaksanakan dengan beberapa proses tahapan dimulai dengan mengidentifikasi tumbuhan, pengekstrak daun mahkota dewa, Pengujian Fitokimia, dan Pengujian daya Hambat Ekstrak Daun mahkota dewa terhadap pertumbuhan Candida albicans dan Aspergillus niger, pengujian efektivitas antifungi menggunakan metode difusi agar dengan kertas cakram. Data Analisis menggunakan Uji one way Anova dan pengujian lanjut Duncan.
System for Assessing R&D Effectiveness as a Basis for Monitoring the Development of Scientific and Technological Sphere
Authors: Zavarukhin V. P. , Kleeva L. P. 
Published: June 2024

The authors outline general methodology for the creation of the earlier proposed system for the assessment of R&D effectiveness as the most important element of the process of monitoring scientific and technological development of Russia (collection and analysis of information, assessment of scientific and technological results, scientific and technological forecast, R&D planning and financing) and of the strategic planning of scientific and technological sphere of the country. The attention is focused on the content of the introduced into the system characteristics of R&D results obtained in the country. Practical implementation of the system would improve the effectiveness of the domestic R&D sector, stimulate the innovative development of the country, increase the efficiency of the national economy and the quality of life. The purpose of the work is to create the most complete list of characteristics of R&D results included into the R&D assessment system. The list of such characteristics includes the initially introduced data regarding an R&D result (type, authors, year of getting the result, etc.), as well as the assessments received during a double examination: by expert scientists and leading scientific organizations in the given scientific field or educational institutions. In addition, the characteristics of scientific and technological results should include data that may be required by users of the system both being and not being subjects of scientific and technological activities: state, regional and municipal authorities; monitoring systems of intersectoral complexes, industries and organizations; R&D products’ customers. The authors also proposed possible approaches to financial support for the functioning of the system and monitoring of the effectiveness of the Russian scientific and technological development, which may become the basis for the operation of the proposed system. In solving problems the authors relied on verbal modeling approaches, while for decomposing tasks of consumers of scientific and technological activities - on methods of program-target planning.
Legal Problems of Appealing a Warning of an Antimonopoly Authority: Prospects for Expanding the Powers of Collegial Bodies of the FAS of Russia (Analytical Review)
Authors: Akimova I. V. , Shlapak M. D. 
Published: June 2024

The purpose of the article to the study of the legal nature of the institution of issuing a warning by an antimonopoly authority to stop actions (inaction) that contain signs of violation of antimonopoly legislation, as well as procedural ways of its challenge. As a result of the analysis of the current legislation and law enforcement practice, the authors identified a number of problems arising in the process of judicial challenge of the warning, namely the length of the court procedure and the use of a formal approach in the consideration of this category of cases. The authors conclusions point to the expediency of enshrining the possibility of challenging a warning in an administrative procedure by expanding the powers of the collegial bodies of the FAS of Russia.
A REVIEW: ANTI-OXIDANT AND ANTI-MICROBIAL ACTIVITY OF SELECTED PLANTS
Authors: Patel Shivani , Modi Nainesh 
Published: June 2024

The beneficial effect of medicinal plants generally derives from the secondary products found in the plant, although a mixture of the metabolites having multiples composites. The medicinal activity of plants is specific to a particular species or group of plants. A taxonomically distinct mixture of secondary metabolites exists within a particular plant. Plant screening typically requires many approaches; one of the common methods used to select the plant for pharmacological analysis. The antioxidant activity of medicinal plants is well known and utilized for several health benefits, including cardiovascular disease, cancer etc. The antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of different medicinal plants have been reviewed here.