bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Ultrasound-guided Saline Hydrostatic Reduction in Pediatric Intussusception – Experience from a Tertiary Care Center in India
Authors: Soundharya S. , Parelkar Sandesh V. , Sanghvi Beejal V. , Gupta Rahul K. , Mudkhedkar Kedar P. , Shah Rujuta S. , Malviya Sonal J. 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Context:
Intussusception is one of the most common causes of acute abdomen and intestinal obstruction in infants and children which requires emergent management to avoid vascular compromise to the bowel. Ultrasound-guided saline hydrostatic reduction (SHR) is a nonoperative technique used in its management which can avoid surgery in a clinically stable and uncomplicated child.

Aims:
The aim of this study was to assess the success rates of SHR in a tertiary care center and also to assess any relationship between success of reduction with age of patient, duration of symptoms, and site of intussusception.

Settings and Design:
This was a retrospective study conducted in a single tertiary care center for 3 years.

Materials and Methods:
All patients who had undergone an attempt at hydrostatic reduction were included in the study. Children who directly underwent surgery were excluded from the study. All pertinent demographic and clinical data were collected from the medical records department, tabulated, and analyzed.

Statistical Analysis:
Statistical testing was conducted with SPSS Statistics 23.0.

Results:
Among a total of 103 patients, 93 underwent successful reduction (90.2%). The comparison between success of reduction with age of patients or with site of intussusception was not significant. Success of reduction was also compared with the duration of symptoms at presentation, with increased success seen in early presenters.

Conclusions:
Ultrasound-guided SHR of intussusception is an effective method with success rates of 90.2% and can be safely implemented in children who are clinically stable, irrespective of age and site, with increased success seen in early presenters.
Reference Standards for Stretched Penile Length in Indian Boys
Authors: Choudhury Prativa , Phugat Shivani , Verma Vivek , Jain Vishesh , Yadav Devendra Kumar , Dhua Anjan Kumar , Agarwala Sandeep , Kumar Neeta , Goel Prabudh 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT

Introduction:
Stretched penile length (SPL) is a vital anthropometric measurement for providing diagnostic, therapeutic, and prognostic information. SPL variations can indicate congenital anomalies or systemic disorders and are influenced by genetic, ethnic, and environmental factors. Despite its clinical importance, comprehensive age-stratified reference data for SPL in Indian children are lacking.

Objective:
The objective is to systematically compile and analyse the existing data on SPL in Indian children providing reference values and centile curves in children to improve clinical assessment, diagnostic accuracy and healthcare outcomes.

Materials and Methods:
The evidence-synthesis was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) Guidelines. Data from six eligible studies (2,221 participants aged 28 weeks–16 years) representing different parts of the country were pooled to calculate the combined mean and standard deviation. Reference values and centile curves (5th, 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, 90th, 95th) were generated using R software.

Results:
The data were collected using consistent methodologies across studies, though with minor differences in measurement techniques and age stratification. The SPL is shown to increase in a non-linear fashion with the age of the participant with distinct growth patterns during infancy, childhood, and puberty. Two “isomeric” nomograms were developed due to overlapping age groups in the data. Notable growth was observed at ages 1–4, slower growth from 4 to 10 years and a pubertal growth spurt was witnessed thereafter. Wide variability in SPL was observed between ages 5 and 9 years.

Conclusions:
The study provides new, population-specific reference standards and centile curves for SPL in Indian children, aiding in the clinical assessment and diagnosis of genital development disorders.
Usukuku wa Ukolonia katika Mjadala wa Lugha ya Kufundishia nchini Tanzania
Authors: Kawong Gervas A. 
Published: January 2025

Makala hii inahusu usukuku wa ukolonia unaotawala fikra za wasomi katika mjadala wa lugha ya kufundishia nchini Tanzania. Lengo lake ni kueleza kwa nini mapendekezo ya kubadilisha lugha ya kufundishia kutoka Kiingereza kwenda Kiswahili yanapata ukinzani miongoni mwa wasomi nchini Tanzania. Data zilitokana na maoni ya wasomi kupitia kundi la WhatsApp la UDASA-MUCE. Kiunzi cha Ubadaukoloni kinachohoji ukamilifu wa ukombozi uliopatikana katika nchi nyingi zilizowahi kutawaliwa kimetumika kuongoza utafiti huu. Matokeo yanaonesha kwamba kuna usukuku wa ukolonia miongoni mwa wanazuoni unaoathiri fikra zao kuhusu lugha ya kufundishia licha ya juhudi za kuwazindua. Kwa hiyo, ukombozi dhidi ya ukolonia wa maarifa hasa miongoni mwa wasomi ni muhimu na ni suala linalopaswa kushughulikiwa kwa hatua za dharura ili kunusuru ubora wa elimu nchini Tanzania. Pendekezo ni kwamba serikali itumie madokezo ya sera yanayotokana na tafiti za kisayansi kwa ajili ya kufanya maamuzi kuhusu lugha katika elimu.
Enhancing Preschoolers' Letter Recognition Through Audio-Visual Mnemonics: a Quasi-Experimental Study
Authors: Jamian Nurul Hilda Adila , Rameli Mohd Rustam Mohd , Ashari Zakiah Mohamad 
Published: January 2025

Objective: Recent studies have shown that literacy skills among primary schoolers in Malaysia are still unsatisfactory. One main contributing factor is their letter recognition skills, which are developed during preschool. Thus, this study explores this problem and introduces a method to improve this skill’s learning process via the audio-visual mnemonic (AVM) approach. The AVM combines story and image mnemonics by embedding audio and visual cues into images to suit the cognitive development level of preschool students and alleviate their learning difficulties.

Theoretical Framework: The proposed AVM method incorporates concepts from the dual-coding (combination of audio and visual materials), phonological loop (incorporating short repeating audio cues), and story mnemonic (presenting the combined materials in a fun and memorable way, adding contextual cues) theories. This combination assists in memory retention and reduces the cognitive load processing during lessons.

Method: This study implemented a one-group pre-test and post-test design to determine the effectiveness of the proposed intervention. Twenty preschool students exposed to phonics but not mastered letter recognition were selected and tested using the pre-test to measure their initial ability. Then, they were taught using the proposed intervention method for 35 one-hour lessons (spread across seven weeks). Following the intervention, the students were measured using the post-test. The pre-test and post-test results were analyzed using the paired t-test to measure whether the improvement was significant. The results reveal the effectiveness of AVM despite the lack of a control group.

Results and Discussion: The results (M=25.55, SD=0.76, p<0.05) show that the students’ scores have improved significantly. The multisensory approach in the AVM method effectively underpinned letter recognition, as it relies on embedded narration and visual support. Findings show its worth, especially in preschoolers operating within Piaget's preoperational stage.

Research Implications: These results support that audio-visual mnemonics may be a particularly efficient pedagogical tool in developing letter recognition knowledge within the frames of preschool education. Thus, it can be concluded that the proposed method can enhance the effectiveness of preschool teachers’ letter recognition and letter sound knowledge lessons.

Originality/Value: The AVM method innovatively combines audio-visual mnemonics with principles of developmental psychology, offering an evidence-based strategy to enhance early literacy education and address the limitations of conventional teaching methods.
Reconceptualizing Health Education: the Role of Existential Psychology and Philosophical Ethics in Curriculum Development
Authors: Zhylin Mykhailo , Sprynska Zoriana , Posatskyi Oleksandr , Zalibovska-Ilnitska Zoia , Shevchuk Roman 
Published: January 2025

Objectives: This study aims to reconceptualize health education by integrating principles from existential psychology and philosophical ethics into curriculum development. The objective is to enhance the understanding of health not merely as a physical state but as a holistic concept that encompasses emotional, psychological, and ethical dimensions.

Methods: A qualitative approach was employed, involving a comprehensive literature review of existing health education frameworks, existential psychology theories, and philosophical ethics. Focus groups with educators and health professionals were conducted to gather insights on current curriculum practices and the potential for integrating these philosophical perspectives. Additionally, case studies of existing programs that incorporate these elements were analyzed.

Results: The findings indicate that incorporating existential psychology fosters a deeper understanding of individual experiences and motivations related to health. Philosophical ethics provides a framework for addressing moral dilemmas in health education, promoting critical thinking and ethical decision-making among students. Participants reported that a curriculum grounded in these principles encourages a more comprehensive approach to health, emphasizing personal responsibility, resilience, and ethical considerations in health-related choices.

Conclusion: Reconceptualizing health education through the lens of existential psychology and philosophical ethics offers a transformative approach that enriches the curriculum. This integration addresses the complexities of health and also prepares students to navigate the ethical challenges they may encounter in their personal and professional lives. Future curriculum development should prioritize these dimensions to foster a more holistic understanding of health and well-being.
The Subject Scope of the Arbitrator's Duty to Disclose "in Light of Legislative Foundations and Jurisprudential Standards"
Authors: Muassa Tareq Azeez , Shahbazinia Morteza , Mojab Seyed Doraid Mousavi 
Published: January 2025

Objective: Our research aims to study and analyze the arbitrator's obligation to disclose in order to define its substantive scope and to avoid leaving this crucial area to the opinions of legal scholars and judicial interpretations in determining what the arbitrator must disclose.

Theoretical Framework: Most legislations, despite agreeing on the necessity of disclosure, do not specify what the arbitrator must disclose and what they are not required to disclose. This generalization cannot be applied without limitation, as some relationships are influential while others are not. Therefore, this study aims to clarify what an arbitrator is obligated to disclose and what they are not , In order to prepare an arbitrator who upholds fairness when examining disputes and avoids favoring the interests of one party over another, this aligns with the goals of sustainable development, which our study aims to achieve.

Method: We followed an analytical approach to the texts of international legislations related to the topic of "the arbitrator's obligation to disclose in the context of international commercial arbitration," comparing them with the Iraqi Code of Civil Procedure and the draft Iraqi Arbitration Law, in order to identify the areas of deficiency in Iraqi legislation and address these shortcomings.

Results and Discussion: We did not find any provisions within the texts of Iraqi legislation addressing the substantive scope of disclosure, despite its mention in the draft Iraqi Arbitration Law. However, in some international legislations and arbitral decisions, it was noted that the facts requiring disclosure by the arbitrator should not be matters of common knowledge and must have an impact on the arbitrator's impartiality and independence, such as relationships of kinship or employment.
Building Solidarity Scale for Academic Institutions
Authors: Ochoa Josefina C. , Yalong Bernadette P. , Parinas Sherwin M. 
Published: January 2025

Solidarity is a construct that is worthy to measure and uphold by each mentor. Its helpfulness in the workplace is indispensable as educators have to dispense responsibilities with love and concern for others. The psychological construct refers to the value of agreeing, uniting, and harmonizing with others and yield attainment of actualized state of being. The study employed mixed methods of qualitative and quantitative data analysis in the construction and validation of solidarity scale particularly embedded design. The qualitative data were taken from seven (7) selected department heads, where transcripts underwent transcriptions, coding and thematic analysis. The quantitative data came from a survey of pooled items referring to solidarity and with the integration of the themes confirming the facets affectual, associational and functional from 279 adult participants who are academicians where items were subjected to factor analysis. Qualitative data revolved around the themes: shared decision making, clarity of direction, openness to change, and timeliness. From the quantitative data, distinct facets of solidarity as affectual – 15 items, associational – 12 items and functional – 9 items were confirmed. Findings strengthen the claim that solidarity arise from individual’s mindfulness, relational-cultural values that must function in the workplace as well as visioning intergenerational solidarity. The study implies that solidarity as a value must be assessed and reflected in the academic workforce who should express mutual concern, appreciation and mindfully acting on cohesive endeavors in programs and undertakings. Further implications for human resource development are forwarded.
Pengembangan Sistem Manajemen Penyewaan TV Kabel Menggunakan Metode Scrum dengan Pendekatan Object Oriented
Authors: Nur Hidaya Ahmad , Zaky Cakramusi Putra Alif , Adji Sodikin Damar , Arjunal Akmal Refido , Nuraminah Ahlijati 
Published: January 2025

PT Mandiri merupakan sebuah perusahaan penyedia jasa penyewaan TV kabel yang telah memiliki jumlah pelanggan besar. Saat ini pencatatan data pelanggan, penyewaan TV kabel maupun pembayaran dilakukan secara manual dengan mencatat dalam sebuah buku. Pencatatan manual ini menyebabkan masalah salah satunya tidak tertagihnya pembayaran yang jatuh tempo karena pencatatan yang kurang baik. Jika hal ini dibiarkan terjadi maka potensi pendapatan perusahaan dapat berkurang, selain itu kepercataan pelanggan juga dapat menurun. Untuk mengatasi permasalahan ini, diperlukan suatu sistem untuk mengelola pencatatan data, baik data pelanggan, data penyewaan TV kabel, data pembayaran maupun data jatuh tempo langganan. Sistem ini diharapkan dapat membantu manajemen PT Mandiri mengelola keuangan dengan baik. Pengembangan sistem dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode Scrum dan pendekatan berorientasi objek untuk mengakomodasi kebutuhan sistem yang terus berubah dan kebutuhan maintenance yang lebih mudah di masa depan. Hasil implementasi sistem menunjukkan bahwa dari 16 fitur yang telah ditentukan, 12 fitur berhasil diselesaikan dengan baik sesuai dengan kebutuhan, sedangkan 4 fitur lainnnya akan dikembangkan pada rilis selanjutnya. Penggunaan metode Scrum dalam pengembangan sistem membantu tim menghasilkan sistem yang memenuhi kebutuhan pengguna. Dalam waktu pengembangan yang relatif singkat hanya selama 5 minggu, sistem sudah dapat diselesaikan dapat siap untuk digunakan.
Perhitungan Material Slurry Dan Desain Cement Slurry Di Laboratorium Pada Semen Pemboran Kelas G
Authors: Rafli Azis Mochamad , Effendi Dahrul 
Published: January 2025

Proses penyemenan merupakan salah satu bagian yang sangat penting dalam pemboran migas. Agar semen yang akan digunakan pada sumur pemboran memenuhi persyaratan, penting dilakukan pengujian di laboratorium sesuai dengan perhitungan. Penelitian ini membahas perhitungan material slurry dan desain cement slurry skala laboratorium pada semen pemboran kelas G yang digunakan pada sumur “XN-7” dengan kedalam 5905 ft. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui volume material slurry yang dibutuhkan untuk proses penyemenan dan mengetahui hasil rheology dan fluid loss setelah melalui tahap pengujian. Penelitian ini terdiri dari 2 formulasi yang berbeda yaitu formulasi A dan B yang memiliki densitas 15,80 PPG untuk penyemenan dengan suhu dan tekanan yang tinggi. Dari hasil perhitungan dan pengujian di laboratorium, didapatkan total material penyemenan yang digunakan pada formulasi A adalah total 300 sack semen, volume air yang dibutuhkan sebanyak 19,42 bbl, dan additive yang digunakan adalah Dispersant (BAD) sebanyak 0,08 gal, Retarder (BAR) sebanyak 0,07 gal, Fluid loss control (BAL) sebanyak 1,50 gal, Gas block (BAG) sebanyak 1,00 gal, Anti foam (BAF) sebanyak 0,03 gal, dengan nilai rheology Plastic viscosity (PV) = 57 dan Yield Point (YP) = 21 dengan nilai fluid loss sebesar 34 cc/30min pada tekanan 1000psi. Formulasi B total pengunaan material penyemenan yang digunakan sebanyak 301 sack semen, volume air yang dibutuhkan 25,87 bbl, dan additive yang digunakan adalah Dispersant (BAD) sebanyak 0,03 gal, Retarder (BAR) sebanyak 0,05 gal, Fluid loss control (BAL) sebanyak 1,00 gal, Gas block (BAG) sebanyak 0,50 gal, Anti foam (BAF) sebanyak 0,03 gal, dengan nilai rheology Plastic Viscosity (PV) = 54 dan Yield Point (YP) = 20 dengan nilai fluid loss yaitu sebesar 26 cc/30min pada tekanan 1000psi. Dari hasil pengujian 2 formulasi A dan B disimpulkan bahwa fluid loss dari formulasi B lebih kecil dibandingkan dengan formulasi A, efektif mengontrol hilangnya fasa liquid ke dalam formasi.
Tundaan Pada Simpang Bersinyal Dengan Manajemen Lalu Lintas Di Klender, Jakarta
Authors: Eko Prasetyo Harwidyo , Setiawan Andika , Satya Soeratmodjo Irnanda , Wicaksana Galih , Rusmiatmoko Djudjun , Sutik Sutik 
Published: January 2025

Terjadinya peningkatan jumlah penduduk akan berdampak juga terhadap peningkatan terkait kebutuhan transportasi setiap individu pada suatu wilayah. Akibat dari meningkatnya kebutuhan transportasi tersebut berdampak kepada kegiatan lalu lintasnya yang sering kali menjadi permasalahan terkait kemacetan, khususnya pada sebuah persimpangan. Oleh karena itu, perlu dilakukan penelitian pada simpang bertujuan agar dapat menyelesaikan permasalahan terkait kemacetan tersebut. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada kondisi eksisting simpang bersinyal di Klender, Jakarta Timur. Survei dilakukan dengan melakukan pengamatan dan pengumpulan data yang dilakukan pukul 06.00 – 21.00 WIB. Data hasil pengumpulan volume kendaraan baik sepeda motor, mobil dan kendaraan besar berupa data primer terkait kondisi geometrik eksisting jalan, data arus lalu lintas. Analisa dilakukan pada kondisi eksisting untuk melihat aktual yang ada dilapangan. Lalu setelah didapat dan hasil kondisi eksisting untuk nilai DS >0,85 maka dilakukan rekayasa lalu lintas. Rekayasa berupa pelarangan belok kanan. Berdasarkan hasil analisis pada kondisi eksisting didapatkan nilai derajat kejenuhan (DS) pada lengan A sebesar 1,03; lengan B sebesar 0,98 dan lengan C sebesar 0,93. Setelah dilakukan analisis rekayaskata lalu lintas larangan belok dan pengaturan ulang fase, nilai derajat kejenuhan (DS) mengalami penurunan pada lengan A sebesar 0,85; lengan B sebesar 0,83 dan lengan C sebesar 0,60.
Penerapan Metode Fuzzy Q-Learning Pada Robot Berkaki Enam Pemadam Api Dalam Pencarian Jalur Tercepat Menuju Titik Api
Authors: Watiasih Richa , Dwi Pradana Pangki 
Published: January 2025

Robot pemadam api merupakana alternatif pengganti petugas pemadam kebakaran dalam skala kecil. Waktu yang cepat dalam pencarian titik api sangat diperlukan agar api cepat dapat dipadamkan. Penelitian ini telah menghasilkan sebuah robot berkaki enam pemadam api menggunakan metode Fuzzy Q-Learning (FQL) yang bertujuan untuk memaksimalkan pencarian jalur tercepat menuju titik api sehingga dapat meminimalkan waktu tempuh robot dalam menyelesaikan misinya. Dimana penggunaan sensor Ultrasonik sebagai pendeteksi jarak robot terhadap halangan, sedangkan sensor UVTron dan TPA81 digunakan untuk mendeteksi keberadaan dan merasakan adanya api. Data dari ketiga sensor tersebut digunakan sebagai input pada FQL. Fuzzy logic digunakan untuk mempercepat pengambilan keputusan pergerakan robot, sedangkan Q-learning memberikan suatu reward dan punishment pada setiap pergerakan. Data dari Q-learning disimpan pada MicroSD supaya dapat cepat diproses untuk pertimbangan pada pergerakan selanjutnya. Robot berkaki enam pemadam api ini telah diuji coba beberapa kali sampai mendapatkan reward maksimum. Berdasarkan pengujian yang telah dilakukan sebanyak 10 kali diketahui waktu tercepat menemukan titik api ketika tanpa menggunakan metode FQL adalah 218 detik, sedangkan ketika menggunakan metode FQL diperoleh keberhasilan menemukan titik api dengan waktu tercepat 154 detik. Jika dibandingkan dengan tanpa menggunakan metode diketahui bahwa penggunaan metode FQL dapat meminimalkan waktu tempuh menuju titik api.
Penentuan Penerima BSM untuk Menghindari Subyektivitas Penerima Berdasarkan Metode Decision Support System VIKOR
Authors: Tundo Tundo , Dewantara Rizki 
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini dilakukan karena adanya keluhan dari beberapa orang tua siswa mengenai keputusan BSM di SDN Kalanganyar ABC, namun ada beberapa siswa yang kurang mampu karena pilihan BSM masih subjektif. SDN Kalanganyar ABC selalu mengadakan kegiatan terkait penerimaan BSM setiap satu tahun sekali. Kegiatan ini diharapkan juga dapat memberikan manfaat bagi siswa-siswa yang tidak mampu namun memiliki nilai sangat baik sehingga dapat melakukan kegiatan tanpa terbebani oleh kebutuhan finansial. Faktanya masih banyak siswa yang tidak menerima BSM, padahal sesuai persyaratan, pelajar tersebut seharusnya berhak menerima BSM. Oleh karena itu, terdapat subjektivitas yang sangat tidak rasional dalam pemilihan yang sedang berlangsung. Untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut, peneliti mencoba mengembangkan aplikasi yang menerapkan metode Vise Kriterijumska Optimizacija I Kompromisno Resenje (VIKOR), yaitu metode yang mengambil keputusan berdasarkan kompromi kriteria yang rasional. Kriteria tersebut meliputi raport siswa, pendapatan orang tua, prestasi akademik, tanggungan, keadaan rumah, kerabat orang tua, dan keaktifan. Dari hasil analisis dan penerapan sistem pendukung keputusan VIKOR, diperoleh hasil subyektif bagi siswa yang standar evaluasi dan keputusan akhirnya lebih rendah dibandingkan beberapa siswa lainnya, namun pihak sekolah memberikan rekomendasi BSM. Untuk mencegah terulangnya kejadian tersebut, VIKOR mampu menjawab temuan objektif dengan hasil 77,44% dengan temuan subjektif sebesar 22,56% pada sistem terdahulu.