bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Constraints to Conducting Agricultural Research Uptake Activities Among Researchers in Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Ifeanyi-obi Chinwoke Clara , Asuquo Justina Effiong 
Published: November 2023

The study assessed constraints faced by agriculture researchers in conducting research uptake activities in tertiary institutions in Rivers State, Nigeria. Simple random sampling was used to select one hundred and eighty-two agriculture researchers from the three universities that have faculty of Agriculture in Rivers State. Data for the study was collected using a questionnaire and in-depth interviews while analysis of data was carried out using, mean, percentages and the Binary Logit regression model. Results showed that 98% of the researchers were involved in research uptake activities. Publication of journal articles (76%), convening training workshops (60%) and organizing seminars (59%) were the major research uptake activities conducted by agriculture researchers in the State. Insufficient funds (x=3.68), lack of basic facilities (x=3.54) and poor synergy between researchers and policymakers (x =3.48) were major constraints faced by agriculture researchers in conducting research uptake activities. Agriculture researchers’ socioeconomic characteristics were not significant determinants of agriculture researchers’ level of involvement in research uptake activities in the study area. The provision of basic structural facilities and financial support by university management will aid agricultural researchers’ involvement in research uptake activities.
Influence of Socio-economic Factors on the Use of Information Dissemination Channels among Groundnut Farmers in Northwest Nigeria
Authors: Tijjani Abu Rimi , Haris Nur Bahiah Mohamed , Hamzah Siti Rabaah , Hassan Salim , Mustapha Sa’adu , Shah Jasmin Arif 
Published: November 2023

The study assessed the influence of socio-economic factors in the use of information dissemination channels among groundnut farmers in Northwest Nigeria. The research used primary data collected from 349 smallholder groundnut growers. Chi-squared was used in data analysis. The results indicated that farmers’ place of residence (X2 =169.417, df=15) and sex (X2 =14.049, df=5) had a significant association with the farm visit extension pieces of advice. Also, significant associations were found between respondents’ place of residence (X2 = 169.417, df=15), sex (X2 =14.049, df=5) and income (X2 = 30.956, df= 15) with the use of radio. Furthermore, significant associations were found between respondents’ place of residence (X2 =103.417, df=15), sex (X2 =13.777, df=5) and income (X2 =22.973, df= 15) with the use of mobile phones. The article concludes that farmers’ place of residence, sex and income have a significant effect on their preference to the use of extension visits, radio and mobile phone technology transfer mechanisms in the study areas. It is recommended for constant training and retraining of extension workers to enhance their information delivery skills. Also, government and other stakeholders should give financial and logistic support to the extension workers to make use of diversified information communication channels.
A Case Report of Female Genital Schistosomiasis in a 29-Year-Old Patient From a Teaching Hospital in North-Eastern Nigeria
Authors: Dahiru Aminu Mohammed Chubado , Rabiu Ibrahim , Raheem Nasiru , Peter Isaac 
Published: November 2023

Schistosomiasis is a chronic parasitic infection that affects more than 220 million people worldwide, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). One of the complications of urogenital Schistosomiasis is female genital Schistosomiasis (FGS) which is associated with the presence of S. haematobium eggs and related pathologies in the genitals of women living in or visiting schistosomiasis-endemic areas. FGS is a neglected and misdiagnosed gynaecological disease with un-specific clinical symptoms and signs. It adversely affects the quality of sexual and reproductive health of women and is a risk factor for HIV and HPV infections in affected women. Diagnosis of upper genital tracts FGS is mostly accidental from histological examination of excised tissues. This is a case description of a rare incidence of female genital Schistosomiasis of the upper genital tract in a 29-year-old, single woman from a Schistosomiasis-endemic area of Adamawa State, Nigeria who presented with a history of lower abdominal pain of a month duration and abdominal swelling. Physical examination revealed a pelvic mass of 16 weeks' gestation size and histological examination confirmed the presence of Schistosome ova in the excised ovarian cyst. Clinicians should have a high index of suspicion of female genital Schistosomiasis (FGS) in women and girls in Schistosomiasis-endemic areas. Deliberate programs for healthcare workers and outreach programs for the communities must be designed and implemented to raise awareness about genital Schistosomiasis.
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Generalized Anxiety Disorder During Covid19 Pandemic among Healthcare Workers in a Tertiary Facility in Edo State, Nigeria
Authors: Osasona Samuel O. , Oderinde Kehinde O. 
Published: November 2023

Background: The potential risk of the Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and the psychological challenges that accompanied the pandemic posed a major threat and evoked high levels of anxiety among healthcare workers (HCWs) in Nigeria. Thus, this study aimed to assess healthcare workers' perceived threat of COVID-19, determine the prevalence of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) among respondents and elucidate the factors associated with GAD.
Methods: A cross-sectional study that used the 7-item Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) Scale, 8-item Perceived Threat Scale, and a socio-demographic data collection sheet was used to obtain information from eligible healthcare workers who were selected using a convenience sampling technique. Data analysis was done using SPSS version 21, at a statistical significance level of p <0.05.
Results: Two hundred and thirteen HCWs participated in the study. COVID-19 posed moderatesevere threats to 57.3% of the participants, and the prevalence of GAD among respondents was 25.4%. Having a moderate-severe perception of threat by COVID-19 (p=0.039), being unmarried (p= .026), being previously suspected to have COVID-19 (p=0.018) and being directly involved in the care of COVID-19 patients (p=0.031) were significantly associated with anxiety disorder after adjusting for other variables.
Conclusion: COVID-19 posed a substantial threat to HCWs and the prevalence of GAD among the study group was high. Government, public health institutions and non-governmental organizations have the responsibility to practically demonstrate concern for the mental well-being of HCWs by investing in mental health resources and providing adequate physical, material and psychological support for HCWs to guarantee their well-being.
Promotions, Information Asymmetry and Usage of Traditional Medicine in Central Uganda: A Qualitative Perspective
Authors: Nabachwa S. , Kamukama N. , Owino O.J. 
Published: November 2023

Background: While extant literature highlights several motivations for Traditional Medicine (TM) usage; few studies have examined how promotions and information asymmetries influence traditional medicine usage behaviors. This study aimed to map out information biases underlying the marketing and promotion of Traditional Medicines in Central Uganda and explored the dimensions of attitudes and usage behaviors of TM users.
Methods: The study utilized a qualitative approach by conducting in-depth face-to-face semistructured interviews with TM users in the metropolitan parts of Central Uganda. The study participants were recruited from the Traditional Health Practitioners (THPs) clinics with the help of community development officers under the guidance of the National Council for Traditional Healers and Herbalists' Association (NACOTHA). Study participants gave their written consent, and their identities have since been kept confidential. Saturation point was reached at 34 respondents. Data was recorded and transcribed verbatim and analyzed using content analysis.
Results: The study indicates that incomplete, inadequate and inconsistent information especially from TM promotions leads users to overly buy and use TM. Identified themes related to information asymmetry include unverifiable information, usage side effects, and absence of expiry dates on the labels, naturalness of TM, unclear dosage rates, limited diagnosis, limited usage guidelines, and lack of authentic approvals by regulatory bodies among others.
Conclusions: The findings raise the need for policy guidelines in the alternative health segment and multi-agency regulation of THPs in Uganda. Further, massive community sensitization and customer education are recommended since the potential for information asymmetries in TM promotions is quite large.
Canine cutaneous tumours from three southwestern states of Nigeria: a retrospective study.
Authors: Oladipo T.M. , Ajayi O.L. , Olaniyi M.O. , Mshelbwala F.M. , Antia E.R. , Akinloye A.K. 
Published: November 2023

Over the years, studies have shown that the skin is the most commonly affected organ for both neoplastic and non-neoplastic conditions (Broden et al., 2010). This occurrence has been attributed to continuous exposure of the skin to physical, chemical, and environmental factors (Guzman et al., 2003; Pakhrin et al., 2007). Cutaneous tumours are the second most frequently diagnosed cancer in dogs resulting in approximately 30% of all tumours reported and are usually excised due to easy surgical access than tumours in other organs (Moraes et al., 2009). Several authors have reported the occurrence of tumours by utilizing data obtained from registries, animal hospital reports, and diagnostic laboratory reports. Most of these reports vary greatly in terms of data sources, sample numbers, the size of geographical regions assessed (Graf et al., 2018; Kok et al., 2019), prevalent environmental influences, and breed populations (Kaldrymidou et al., 2002; Sanja et al., 2005; Pakhrin et al., 2007). Previous studies have shown that dogs are susceptible to tumours at any age and there is a marked predisposition in aged dogs than young dogs because of a progressive accumulation of genetic mutations (Reif, 2007). Environmental chemical contaminants (especially pyrethroids) also have been implicated in the occurrence of mammary adenocarcinomas (Reif, 2007). Ultraviolet light rays have also been studied as a possible aetiology of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) in animals with poor skin pigmentation (Reif, 2007). In Nigeria, different case reports on canine tumours have been documented (Amber and Ralph, 1982; Faramade et al., 2017), but the risk factors and distribution of the disease in these species are very limited and restricted to the databases of Veterinary Teaching Hospitals of universities and private veterinary clinics in the major cities. The documentation of occurrences of different tumour types in a particular geographical region is necessary because it provides easy access to data for further investigation and helps in prompt diagnosis and management by clinicians (Moraes et al., 2009).
A baseline study assessing hypertension prevalence and management in five peripheral health units in Tonkolini district, Sierra Leone
Authors: Klootwijk Larissa , Charles Elijah , Van Gessel Barbara 
Published: November 2023

Introduction: Hypertension is a common non communicable disease worldwide. Studies suggest high prevalence of hypertension in low- and middle-income countries as Sierra Leone. This study aims to provide an overview of the current prevalence and management of hypertension in five peripheral health units (PHUs) prior to an intervention study.
Methods: This study was a prospective baseline study in Yele, Tonkolini District in Sierra Leone, conducted from February 2022 till April 2022. Health care workers in charge of each facility were interviewed upon current hypertension management. Univariate analysis was conducted to report data. Chi-square testing was done to assess influence of variables on hypertension.
Results: A total number of 112 patients were included in the study. Eighty-six were females which accounted for 76% of the sample. Median age of the sample was 40 (IQR 25-59). In total 38 (33%) patients had unknown hypertension and 4 (3.5%) patients had unknown malignant hypertension. Age above 40 years was significantly associated with hypertension (P<0.001). Health care workers indicated to not have access to a working blood pressure machine in 4 out of 5 facilities, antihypertensive medication was not available in 4 out of 5 facilities and referral practices for suspected hypertension cases were poor.
Conclusion: This baseline study showed a high prevalence of hypertension in five PHU facilities near Yele, Tonkolili District, Sierra Leone. Challenges in current management of hypertension in PHUs near Yele involved and lacking availability of medical equipment such as blood pressure machines and medication.
Pendampingan penyusunan rencana pembangunan desa berdasarkan SID dan sarana-prasarana
Authors: Ika Putra Agus , Sandhyavitri Ari , Febrizal Febrizal , Rosma Iswadi Hasyim , Nugroho Soewignjo Agus , Satibi Syawal 
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT
As a new administrative region, Teratak Village, Rumbio Jaya, Kampar has not made the best use of the villages' potential for development. The PkM team at Riau University acts as Technical Assistance (TA), providing training and trainers for infrastructure updates and managing SID. The current infrastructure data entry in SID is used to compile RPJM-Des. Primary field data collection surveys were conducted with village officials and Kukerta students. The Teratak Village SID has been completed and is being used as a tool for new data entry in SID usage and management training. The community's aspirations, the village's vision and mission, and development priorities were used as guidelines for the preparation of the RPJM-Des. Training on using SID and simulating new data inputs as scheduled. The municipality, village officials, UMKM and administrators can enter new data and see the potential of the village in SID. RPJM-Des with participatory principles are evidence of good government (participatory, transparent and accountable). The obstacle to the preparation of RPJM-Des is the current information from the APBD district/province to prioritize village development as it must be in-line.
Keywords: Assistance; Development; Information; Infrastructure; Teratak

ABSTRAK
Sebagai wilayah administratif baru, Desa Teratak, Rumbio Jaya, Kampar belum memanfaatkan potensi desa yang ada untuk dikembangkan dengan sebaik-baiknya. Tim PkM Universitas Riau berperan sebagai Technical Assistance (TA), memberikan pelatihan dan trainer untuk pemutakhiran infrastruktur dan pengelolaan SID. Entri data infrastruktur yang ada di SID digunakan untuk menyusun RPJM-Des. Survei pengumpulan data lapangan primer dilakukan terhadap aparat desa dan mahasiswa Kukerta. SID Desa Teratak telah selesai dibangun dan digunakan sebagai alat entri data baru dalam pelatihan penggunaan dan pengelolaan SID. Aspirasi masyarakat, visi dan misi desa, serta prioritas pembangunan dijadikan pedoman penyusunan RPJM-Des. Pelatihan penggunaan SID dan simulasi input data baru sesuai jadwal. Pemerintah kota, perangkat desa, UMKM dan pengurus bisa memasukkan data baru dan melihat potensi desa di SID. RPJM-Des dengan prinsip partisipatif merupakan bukti pemerintahan yang baik (partisipatif, transparan dan akuntabel). Kendala penyusunan RPJM-Des adalah informasi terkini dari APBD kabupaten/provinsi untuk memprioritaskan pembangunan desa karena harus sejalan.
Kata kunci: Infomasi; Infrastruktur; Pembangunan; Pendampingan; Teratak
Penerapan cegah stres pada ayam ras petelur
Authors: Dako Safriyanto , Laya Nibras , Datau Fahria , Gubali Syukri , Pateda Sri Yeni , Syahruddin Syahruddin , Fathan Suparmin , Zainudin Srisukmawati 
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT
Laying breeds of chickens are sensitive to stress, which can affect growth and egg production. The aim of this service is to implement stress prevention in the laying hen business for a group of laying hen breeders in Inomata Village, Bonebolango, Gorontalo. The Active Participatory Service (PRA) model is implemented through group mentoring. Activities are carried out through preparation of mentoring activities, building agreements, consultations and scheduling in mentoring and problem inventory. Education is carried out for breeders with knowledge and skills, namely motivating breeders, providing knowledge and skills in preventing stress in laying hens. Organizing community service activities on how to prevent stress in laying hens for breeders in Inomata village can prevent stress in laying hens.
Keywords: Breeder groups; Laying chickens; Stress pressure

ABSTRAK
Ayam ras petelur sensitif terhadap stress, sehingga dapat mempengaruhi pertumbuhan dan produksi telur. Tujuan pengabdian ini menerapkan pencegahan stress pada usaha ayam ras petelur bagi kelompok peternak ayam ras petelur di Desa Inomata, Bonebolango, Gorontalo. Model pengabdian Partisipatori Aktif (PRA) dilaksanakan melalui pendampingan kelompok. Kegiatan dilaksanakan melalui persiapan kegiatan pendampingan, membangun kesepakatan, rembuk dan penjadwalan dalam pendampingan dan Inventaris masalah. Edukasi dilakukan pada peternak dengan pengetahuan dan keterampilan yakni memotivasi peternak, pembekalan pengetahuan dan ketrampilan dalam mencegah terjadinya stress pada ayam petelur. Terselenggaranya kegiatan pengabdian tentang cara cegah stress pada ayam petelur bagi peternak didesa Inomata dapat melakukan pencegahan stress pada ayam petelur.
Kata kunci: Ayam petelur; Kelompok peternak; Tekanan stress
Kết quả phục tráng giống dong riềng đỏ Na Rì tại Bắc Kạn
Authors: Lê Thị Loan , Nguyễn Thị Ngọc Huệ , Trần Thị Thu Hoài , Nguyễn Văn Kiên , Trịnh Thùy Dương , Nguyễn Thị Hiên , Đinh Bạch Yến 
Published: November 2023

Giống dong riềng đỏ Na Rì (Canna edulis Ker Gawl) thích nghi tốt với điều kiện khí hậu và thổ nhưỡng tỉnh Bắc Kạn, được trồng trên các sườn đồi và đất soi bãi. Tuy nhiên, trải qua nhiều năm, người nông dân tự trồng và nhân giống, giống dong riềng đỏ Na Rì đã bị lẫn tạp và thoái hóa dẫn đến năng suất, chất lượng giảm sút. Từ năm 2019 đến năm 2021, giống dong riềng đỏ Na Rì được tiến hành phục tráng bằng phương pháp chọn lọc quần thể kết hợp chọn lọc cá thể với mục đích cải thiện năng suất và hàm lượng tinh bột. Kết quả theo dõi, đánh giá các tính trạng và các yếu tố cấu thành năng suất trên đồng ruộng đã chọn được 672 dòng S0 (có cùng thời gian sinh trưởng) dùng cho việc đánh giá các tính trạng chính trong phòng. Ở vụ thứ 2 đã chọn được 549 dòng S1. Vụ thứ 3, chọn được 344 dòng S2 có cùng thời gian sinh trưởng 280 ngày, có sự đồng đều về các yếu tố cấu thành năng suất. Từ 344 dòng S2 chọn được 200 dòng S3 đạt tiêu chuẩn được hỗn dòng thành giống phục tráng. Giống sau phục tráng đạt năng suất trung bình 64,6 tấn/ha, hàm lượng tinh bột 28,13% cao hơn 58,4% so với giống chưa phục tráng.
PEMANFAATAN WHATSAPP SEBAGAI MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN AKIDAH AKHLAK MASA PANDEMI COVID-19 PADA PESERTA DIDIK MTS NURUL JADID KABUPATEN MAMUJU
Authors: Muhammad Qadri  , Muhammad Saddang  
Published: November 2023

Learning process during the COVID-19 pandemic has various obstacles in its use. One of them is the lack of facilities such as cellphones, limited internet quota, and non-existent networks. It motivated/encouraged the researcher to conduct a research regarding the use of WhatsApp as AKIDAH AKHLAK learning media for students at Mts Nurul Jadid, Mamuju Regency. This research was conducted at Madrasah stanawiyah Nurul Jadid Mamuju in October 2020. The research used descriptive qualitative research with a phenomenological type.
The results of the study showed that (1) the teaching and learning process of Akidah Akhlak is carried out online using the whatsapp application. The teacher prepared the material and uploaded it into the whatsapp application, the learning process began with praying and then entered the core of learning. The closing was done by making conclusions and ended by praying. The evaluation is done by giving assignments to students in the form of worksheets that were uploaded to the WhatsApp application. (2) the online learning is done by instructing the students to study a certain material that has been given, conclude it, and do assignments through the whatsapp application. (3) the obstacles experienced in using the WhatsApp application as a learning medium are related to the availability of supporting facilities for online learning, lack of understanding of students with the material provided by the teacher, easily bored/lazy, unmonitored students’ activities, and less objective evaluation.
Keywords: WhatsApp, Online Learning Media, Pandemic Covid-19, Akidah Akhlak.
PENERAPAN RELAKSASI GENGGAM JARI UNTUK PENURUNAN INTENSITAS NYERI PASIEN PASCA OPERASI RSUD IR. SOEKARNO SUKOHARJO
Authors: Liestarina Adhe Septia , Hermawati Hermawati , Ika Yohana , Sutanto Agus 
Published: November 2023

Pendahuluan: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) merupakan suatu penyakit dimana terjadi pembesaran dari kelenjar prostat akibat hyperplasia jinak dari sel-sel yang biasa terjadi pada laki-laki berusia lanjut. Salah satu penanganannya dengan melakukan tindakan Transurethral Resection Of The Prostate (TUR-P). Masalah yang sering terjadi pada pasie pasca operasi adalah nyeri, sehingga diperlukan penatalaksanaan non farmakologi yang salah satunya teknik relaksasi genggam jari Tujuan: Mengetahui hasil penerapan terapi genggam jari pada pasien pasca operasi Metode: Penerapan dilakukan dengan metode deskriptif studi kasus kepada 2 responden dengan diagnosa Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) dan dilakukan tindakan Transurethral Resection Of The Prostate (TUR-P) dilakukan 6 jam pasca operasi selama 1x dalam waktu 15 menit. Hasil: Berdasarkan hasil penerapan yang sudah dilakukan terdapat penurunan intensitas nyeri pada pasien pasca operasi. Kesimpulan: terapi relaksasi genggam jari dapat dijadikan salah satu teknik non farmakologi atau intervensi mandiri pada pasien pasca operasi khususnya pada tindakan Transurethral Resection Of The Prostate (TUR-P)