bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Open Book Tests Over Close Book Tests and Perception of Medical Students in Physiology
Authors: G. Vidya  
Published: January 2024

Introduction
At present, the Medical knowledge is expanding and changing rapidly and there is increasing need to concentrate on education based on competencies. Closed book exam is an established approach to assessment in medical education which is widely accepted method of superficial learning. Adding open book test to the formative assessment can assist in handling this growth of knowledge.
Objectives
To evaluate the effectiveness of open book test on student's performance in summative assessment and to know the perception of students on open book test.
Methodology
The study was conducted on I MBBS students (n=150), who were divided into 2 groups, Group I: subjected to open book test for 4 weeks and Group II: subjected to closed book tests for 4weeks. There was a cross-over of the two groups and Group I were subjected to the closed book test and Group II students were subjected to open book tests. The mean marks obtained in summative assessment were statistically compared. Perception of the students was taken through feedback questionnaire.
Results
The mean marks obtained by the students (n= 141) in the summative assessment after open book test (Mean± SD =26.37±6.235) are statistically significant than those after closed book tests(mean± SD =24.09± 6.3513(p value< 0.005).
Conclusion
71% of students recommended open book tests for the formative assessment. Hence, adding open book test to the medical curriculum along with regularly used closed book test are expected to stimulate deep learning.
Correlation Between Body Mass Index (BMI), Body Appreciation Score and Emotional Intelligence in Undergraduate Medical Students
Authors: Kamalakannan Vadivel, Nilesh N Kate, Arshiya Zeba  
Published: January 2024

Introduction
Body appreciation score (BAS) is used to assess the positive attitude towards body image. Individuals with positive image were found to have higher emotional intelligence (EI). Body perception is influenced by the body weight. In this study we proposed to correlate the relationship between BMI, BAS and EI.
Materials and Method
It is an observational study. The study population comprised of undergraduate medical students aged between 18–24 years. Subjects on chronic medication for medical illness were excluded. We recruited 100 subjects (male 44, female 56, age 18–21).
A stadiometer was used to measure the height. We measured weight using digital weighing machine. BMI was calculated using Quetelet formula. The BAS2 questionnaire and The Schutte Self Report Emotional Intelligence Test (SSEIT) were administered to the participants. They were asked to score each questions on the Likert scale from 1 to 5.
Results
The means of the various parameters between males and females were compared using Student's t-test. There were no statistically significant differences between male and female students in terms of age, BMI, BAS2 and EI. The BAS2 score of different BMI categories were not different. The SSEIQ scores were not statistically different between each BMI categories. Pearson correlation coefficients were calculated between BMI and BAS 2 score (r =-0.002), BMI and SSEIQ (r = 0.051) and BAS 2 score and SSEIQ (r = 0.19). There was no correlation between the two variables in any of the above cases.
Conclusion
BAS2 score was similar in both males and females of varying BMI. The SSEIQ scores were less for underweight students when compared with students with normal weight. The SSEIQ scores are relatively more in females than males. The BMI, BAS score and EI were not related.
Do Mental Arithmetic Tasks affect Visual Evoked Potential
Authors: Anju Jha, Parveen Siddhique  
Published: January 2024

Background & Objectives
VEP is used to evaluate functional integrity of visual pathway. Objective of study is to see that stimulus other then light, during recording of VEP, can change the result of VEP.
Method
200 healthy candidates of age between 18yrs-22yrs of both sexes were enrolled. At first, recording of VEP was done without any disturbance. Candidates were asked few arithmetic tasks verbally while recording VEP for second time.
Results
Analysis of latency of N75, P100 and amplitude of N75-P100 was done. There was no statistical significant difference in latency of N75 and P100 but there was significant statistical difference in amplitude of N75-P100. The p-Value for right eye is 0.0031 and for left eye 0.0299 for amplitude of N75-P100.
Interpretation & conclusion-Arithmetic task makes mental processing very active and it affects the result of VEP thus it must be taken in to consideration while recording of VEP in any patient.
Visual Evoked Potential in Patients of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with and without Diabetic Retinopathy
Authors: Juhi Agrawal,  Subodh Pandey, Sachin Chittawar , Vivek Som  
Published: January 2024

Introduction
Diabetes mellitus is a leading public health care problem, with increasing incidence and its long term complications. Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of DM that affects retinal blood vessels. Unfortunately, in many cases the patient is asymptomatic until it is too late for effective treatment. VEPs are produced by electrical activity of the visual cortex in response to light or pattern stimulation of the eye. It can detect functional loss in the visual pathway from retina to the visual cortex.
Aims and Objectives
The aim of the study is to compare latencies and amplitudes of P100 waveform of VEP in diabetic and control subjects and to determine whether changes in VEP response occur before clinically evident diabetic retinopathy on fundus examination.
Method
PRVEP was recorded in 60 diabetic patients including 30 patients without any retinopathy and 30 others with non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy(NPDR), and compared to 60 age and sex matched normal non diabetic healthy controls. VEP was recorded using pattern reversal stimulation with RMS EMG MARK II machine. P100 wave latencies and amplitudes were obtained in all the subjects.
Results
Our results show significantly prolonged P100 latencies of VEP’ s in Type 2 DM patients and DR patients when compared to controls. The difference between diabetics with retinopathy and controls were significant in terms of P100 amplitude. However, there was no significant difference observed in the P100 amplitudes of VEP’ s in Type 2 DM patients without retinopathy when compared to controls.
Conclusion
The present study clearly shows that changes in VEP may be detected in diabetics before the onset of retinopathy. Thus, a routine VEP assessment should be recommended to all the diabetic patients, for the early identification of visual defects and for early and proper management of the disease.
The effect of Integrated Amrita Meditation (IAM) Technique on Glycemic Control in Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: Sarika K S, Vandana Balakrishnan, KR Sundaram, Harish Kumar  
Published: January 2024

Objective
To determine the effect of Integrated Amrita Meditation (IAM) technique on glycemic control and short term stress response in type 2 diabetic subjects
Study Design
Thirty eligible type 2 diabetic patients were screened and informed about the study. After the initial drop out, ten diabetic subjects between age group of 30–60 years who agreed to participate were randomized to IAM and control group
Intervention
Participants in the IAM group practiced the meditation for 23 min/day for duration of three months and the control group participants continued with their daily routines without practicing any form of yoga and/or meditation
Results
Within group analysis of IAM group showed a statistically significant decrease in weight, BMI, heart rate, systolic BP, fasting blood glucose, HbA1c, cortisol and perceived stress score. Between group analysis showed significant differences in the percentage change for Weight, BMI, Heart rate, Systolic BP, Fasting Blood Glucose, HbA1c, Insulin resistance, Cortisol and PSS from baseline to three months.
Conclusion
Our study shows the efficacy of the technique in bringing about a better glycemic control and psychological stress reduction in type 2 diabetic subjects
Assessment of Forced Vital Capacity and FEV1 as Pulmonary Function Tests in Males with Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Neelima Narayan Nerkar, Pranita Ashok, V R Purandare  
Published: January 2024

Introduction
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a group of metabolic diseases. It is associated with well known complications linked to either microangiopathy, macroangiopathy or a combination of both. Some studies found that there were changes in respiratory system or pulmonary functions in diabetes so this study was planned to see the effect of type 2 DM on pulmonary functions.
Materials & Method
The present study was undertaken in two groups. Hundred male individuals were included in the study with each group comprised of 50 individuals. For pulmonary function tests we used computerized Spirometer Statistical difference between the data obtained in various groups was evaluated by z test.
Observations
Reduction in FVC-Forced vital capacity reduction is statistically significant. FEV1-reduction is statistically significant. FEV1/FVC (%) reduction is statistically significant.
Conclusion
So it is always better to detect the respiratory damage in diabetes patient at an early stage to prevent the further complications
Impact of Accounting Information on Decision-Making Effectiveness in Academic Libraries
Authors: Kotso Justina Anjiode , Adagye Ibrahim 
Published: January 2024

Academic libraries play a vital role in providing access to information and knowledge, and effective financial management is crucial for their sustainability and growth. This research assessed the current utilization of accounting information within Nigerian academic libraries and examining its impact on decision-making effectiveness. A survey research design approach was employed and data gathered was quantitatively analyzed by assessing the impact of accounting information on decision-making effectiveness in academic libraries. The research design was used because the study involved the distribution of questionnaire to selected respondents (the accounting professionals, librarians and institutions management) from six Tertiary Institutions in Nasarawa State. The study adopted the stratified sampling design in order to obtain a representative sample. The study sample size was taken by considering representation from the three major stakeholders (three each from accounting professionals, librarians and institutions management) numbering 9 for each institution given a total of 54 for all. The study variables comprise of both the dependent variable – Decision Making Effectiveness, and the Independent variable – Accounting Information. Data collected was analyzed using the descriptive statistic, correlation analysis and regression for the inferential statistics. Both the Pearson correlation and Regression analysis results corroborated the fact that accounting information significantly affects decision making effectiveness in academic Libraries in Nigeria. The study recommends among others: Training of library staff, especially those involved in financial management, on accounting principles and financial analysis; allocating financial resources to activities or projects that will yield the greatest impact on the library's objectives; and Aligning financial goals with the overall mission and objectives of the academic library to ensure that resources are directed toward achieving the institution's long-term vision.
Sliding of the hyperbolic cylinder along ideal plastic half-space boundary
Authors: Непершин Р.И. 
Published: January 2024

Приведено численное моделирование стационарного пластического течения поверхностного слоя идеально пластического полупространства при скольжении жесткого гиперболического цилиндра с учетом контактного трения по Прандтлю на основе уравнений плоского пластического течения. Пластическая область с криволинейной границей перед скользящим цилиндром вычисляется из условия стационарности пластического течения в зависимости от распределения давления на границе контакта. Моделирование удовлетворяет полной системе уравнений теории плоской деформации для напряжений и скоростей при условии пластичности Мизеса. Вычисляются нагрузки и момент сопротивления пластическому скольжению гиперболического цилиндра, распределения напряжений и пластических деформаций на линиях тока. Моделирование представляет интерес для технологии пластического упрочнения поверхностного слоя с целью повышения износостойкости и усталостной прочности деталей машин.
Numerical simulation of surface layer steady-state plastic flow during sliding of rigid hyperbolic cylinder along ideal plastic half-space boundary with Prandtl’s contact fiction consideration is presented. Slip lines and velocities on the hodograph plane are defined by numerical integration of differential equations for stresses and velocities of plane strain plastic flow theory with Mises yield criterion. Plastic region with curved boundary before sliding cylinder is found from the steady-state plastic flow condition defined by pressure distribution on cylinder contact boundary. Loads and torque applied to cylinder, stream lines, stresses and plastic strains distributions in the plastic layer are calculated. The simulation can be used in technology of surface layer plastic work hardening to increase of machine parts wear and strength resistance.
Adoption Of E-Commerce In Small And Medium-Sized Enterprises In Bogor District
Authors: Nugroho Himawan Erry , Djuwaini Ahmad , Darmawan Putra Awang 
Published: January 2024

In recent years, e-commerce has emerged as one of the most rapidly expanding commercial trends. This trend is propelled by the growing prevalence of internet access and the widespread adoption of smartphones in society. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a significant role in the Indonesian economy. The transformation of SMEs must continue to be strengthened through optimizing the use of digital technology so that it can attract benefits for marketing activities and product sales. digital marketing is the most chosen area to start. The challenge is that as many as 30.9% of SMEs still experience difficulties in digital adoption. The objective of this study is to examine the determinants that impact the implementation of electronic commerce by small and medium-sized enterprises in Bogor Regency. This study used an online survey methodology, with a sample size of 170 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) located in Bogor Regency. Data processing was conducted utilizing spreadsheet apps and SmartPLS. The findings indicated that perceived utility, external influences, and attitude towards adopting e-commerce are influential and statistically significant factors in promoting e-commerce adoption. Regarding the perceived ease of use, the attitude towards adopting e-commerce is not influenced by technical readiness and organizational readiness. This research has several implications for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), government entities, and e-commerce administrators. This research demonstrates the imperative for SMEs to enhance their knowledge and skills in utilizing e-commerce, while also enhancing their organizational governance and receptiveness to change, particularly at the top management level. The government requires consistency in offering support to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in their use of e-commerce, including training, financial aid, and innovation.
Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat Saat Adaptasi Kebiasaan Baru di Pesantren
Authors: Suryani Anih Sri 
Published: January 2024

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused the learning and various activities ofstudents in Islamic boarding schools to be stopped. The spread of new Covid-19clusters in Islamic boarding schools, as well as problems with the quality of cleanlinessand environmental health in Islamic boarding schools prior to the pandemic, are ofparticular concern when plans for adopting new habits and Face-to-face Learningwill be carried out in Islamic boarding schools. The research aims to find out how thecondition of knowledge, attitudes, and clean and healthy living behavior of students inIslamic boarding schools; how the influence of knowledge and attitudes of studentson the behavior of clean and healthy life of students; and how clean and healthy livingbehavior is implemented in adopting new habits in Islamic boarding schools. Theresearch was conducted at Islamic Boarding Schools X and Y in Tasikmalaya with amixed-method, namely using quantitative methods with questionnaires and alsoqualitative methods with interviews and literature studies. The results showed that theknowledge index of attitudes and behavior of students was 79.54 (good), the resultsof the correlation test showed that there was a relationship between knowledgeand attitudes and behavior of students related to clean and healthy living behavior.Adaptation of new habits in Islamic boarding schools can be done by paying attentionto internal factors from students in the form of understanding the Covid-19 pandemic,the availability of health facilities and facilities, as well as support factors from boardingschool caregivers and parents. AbstrakPandemi Covid-19 telah menyebabkan pembelajaran dan berbagai aktivitassantri di pesantren dihentikan. Adanya penyebaran klaster baru Covid-19 di pesantrendan juga permasalahan kualitas kebersihan dan kesehatan lingkungan di pesantrensebelum adanya pandemi menjadi perhatian khusus saat rencana adaptasi kebiasaanbaru dan pembelajaran tatap muka akan dilakukan di pesantren. Penelitian bertujuanuntuk mengetahui bagaimana kondisi pengetahuan, sikap, dan perilaku hidup bersihdan sehat (PHBS) santri di pesantren, bagaimana pengaruh pengetahuan dan sikapsantri terhadap PHBS santri, dan diimplementasikan dalam adaptasi kebiasaan barudi pesantren. Penelitian dilakukan di Pesantren X dan Y di Tasikmalaya dengan mixedmethod, yaitu menggunakan metode kuantitatif dengan perangkat kuesioner dan juga kualitatif dengan wawancara dan studi pustaka. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa indeks pengetahuan, sikap, dan perilaku santri sebesar 79,54 (baik), hasil uji korelasi menunjukkan adanya hubungan antara pengetahuan dan sikap dengan perilaku santri terkait PHBS. Adaptasi kebiasaan baru di pesantren dapat dilakukan dengan memperhatikan faktor internal dari santri berupa pemahaman akan pandemi Covid-19, faktor ketersediaan fasilitas dan sarana kesehatan, serta faktor dukungan dari pengasuh pondok dan orangtua.
Pengaruh Jumlah Jam Kerja Ibu pada Perilaku Pemberian ASI
Authors: Hartanti Lutfiana , Handayani Dwini 
Published: January 2024

Breastfeeding is an important part of a child’s growth and development, especially during its golden age of the first 1,000 days. Physiologically, colostrum, which is formed in breast milk, is able to build infants’ immunity. Breastfeeding has been protected by Law No 36 of 2009, which instructs that every mother has to fulfill the right of their baby to get exclusive breastfeeding for six months. However, the target set by the government, which is 80 percent, has not been met. This study examines the relationship between a mother’s working hours and breastfeeding behavior using a national scale sample, the National Socioeconomic Survey (Susenas) of 2017. This study uses a quantitative approach with a unit of analysis of infants aged 6–23 months, as many as 26,066 from working and non-working mothers and will be analyzed using multinomial logistic regression. The results show that mothers with longer working hours had a lower probability of exclusive breastfeeding or any breastfeeding. Therefore, Commission IX needs to discuss the Draft Law on Mother and Child Welfare which regulates support for working mothers who breastfeed.AbstrakPemberian air susu ibu (ASI) menjadi bagian penting dalam momentum tumbuh kembang anak terutama dalam periode emas yaitu 1.000 hari pertama kehidupan anak karena secara fisiologis, kolostrum yang terbentuk pada ASI mampu membangun imunitas pada bayi. Praktik pemberian ASI telah dilindungi oleh UndangUndang No. 36 Tahun 2009 yang mengamanatkan agar setiap ibu memenuhi hak bayi untuk mendapatkan ASI eksklusif selama enam bulan. Akan tetapi, target sebesar 80 persen yang ditetapkan pemerintah belum dapat terpenuhi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji bagaimana hubungan jumlah jam kerja ibu pada perilaku pemberian ASI dengan menggunakan sampel skala nasional yaitu Survei Sosial Ekonomi Nasional (Susenas) Tahun 2017. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan unit analisis bayi berumur 6–23 bulan sebanyak 26.066 baik dari ibu yang bekerja maupun tidak bekerja dan akan diuji menggunakan regresi logistik multinomial. Hasil yang didapatkan adalah terbukti bahwa ibu yang memiliki jumlah jam kerja lebih tinggi memiliki peluang lebih kecil untuk menyusui eksklusif maupun menyusui namun tidak eksklusif dibandingkan tidak menyusui sama sekali. Oleh karena itu, Komisi IX perlu segera melakukan pembahasan Rancangan Undang-Undang tentang Kesejahteraan Ibu dan Anak yang di dalamnya mengatur dukungan untuk ibu pekerja yang menyusui.
Upaya Penanggulangan Kemiskinan di Kabupaten Sleman
Authors: Wahyuni Dinar 
Published: January 2024

Availability of accurate data on poverty is a must in order to have successful poverty alleviation programs. The problem is that poverty data available in Indonesia are quite diverse. Therefore, this study wanted to examine poverty alleviation efforts in Sleman through the evaluation of data on poverty. The approach used is qualitative descriptive. The results showed that the evaluation of data on poverty in Sleman is conducted by forming a Poverty Team ranging from villages to sub-districts level involving government, community based organizations, businesses, and academia. Then to facilitate easy access for data on poverty, Sleman District Government launched Poverty Information System. Poverty alleviation efforts will be more successful if supported by professional bureaucrats. During a period of 5 years (2010 –2014), these efforts have shown positive results with the occurrence of a significant decline in the poverty rate in Sleman. Ketersediaan data kemiskinan yang akurat merupakan suatu keharusan agar program penanggulangan kemiskinan berhasil. Permasalahannya, data kemiskinan yang tersedia di Indonesia cukup beragam. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini ingin mengkaji upaya penanggulangan kemiskinan di Kabupaten Sleman melalui evaluasi data kemiskinan. Pendekatan yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa evaluasi data kemiskinan di Kabupaten Sleman dilakukan dengan membentuk Tim Penanggulangan Kemiskinan mulai dari tingkat padukuhan hingga kecamatan yang melibatkan unsur pemerintah, kelompok swadaya masyarakat, dunia usaha, dan akademisi. Kemudian untuk memudahkan pencarian data kemiskinan, Pemerintah Kabupaten Sleman meluncurkan Sistem Informasi Kemiskinan. Upaya-upaya penanggulangan kemiskinan akan lebih berhasil apabila didukung birokrat yang profesional. Selama kurun waktu 5 tahun (2010-2014), upaya tersebut telah menampakkan hasil dengan terjadinya penurunan angka kemiskinan secara signifikan di Kabupaten Sleman