bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
PENINGKATAN PERAN ORANG TUA DALAM PEMENUHAN GIZI SEBAGAI UPAYA PENCEGAHAN STUNTING PADA BALITA
Authors: Widari Ni Putu , Dewi Erika Untari , Astuti Eny 
Published: January 2023

Pemberian nutrisi balita yang kurang atau buruk di seribu hari pertama kehidupannya dapat berdampak pada konsekuensi yang irreversibel, yaitu kondisi dimana ia mengalami pertumbuhan terhambat atau stunting. Orang tua khususnya ibu memiliki peran penting dalam meberikan pengasuhan terutama dalam memenuhi kebutuhan nutrisi yang seimbang bagi balita. Tujuan dilakukan pengabdian masyarakat dalam bentuk penyuluhan kesehatan ini adalah untuk memberikan informasi kepada orang tua khususnya ibu tentang peran orang tua dalam pemeberian nuitrisi yang seimbang untuk mencegah kejadian stunting pada balita. Metode yang digunakan adalah dengan memberiak informasi dalam bentuk penyuluhan kesehatan melalui aplikasi zoom pada 21 ibu yang memiliki balita. Tehnik pengambilan data dilakukan dengan menyebarkan kuesioner dalam bentuk googleform yang diisi oleh para audien.Hasil yang didapatkan adalah 98% orang yang memiliki pengetahuan baik tentang konsep stunting, sebanyak 85% orang yang memiliki pengetahuan baik tentang konsep nutrisi, sebanyak 97 % orang yang memiliki pengetahuan baik tentang konsep dukungan keluarga. Kesimpulan dari pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah peran keluarga khususnya ibu sangat mempengaruhi pemenuhan keseimbangan gizi bagi balitanya. Dengan kecukupan gizi yang seimbang diaharapkan akan mencegah terjadinya stunting pada balita.
The impact of climate change and variability on livestock production in pastoral communities and the sustainable coping mechanisms employed: A critical literature review
Authors: Moegi Yvonne 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: Global climate change is a major threat facing humanity. The livestock production sector as a livelihood option is one key sector which will bore the brunt of these changes in climatic conditions. This paper aims to identify the impact of climate change and variability on livestock production among pastoral communities and the coping mechanisms adopted.
Methodology: This paper adopted a desk study review methodology where relevant empirical literature was reviewed to identify main the themes.
Findings: The changes in these parameters (reducing rainfall and increasing temperature) have conspired to have negatively impacted on pasture quality and availability thus reducing livestock production in the area. Some of the coping mechanisms employed include seeking food relief, buying food on credit payable after droughts and selling herds, diversification of livestock species, increased mobility of livestock herd, seeking casual employment around the trading centers and engaging in petty trade.
Recommendations: Creating awareness on the changing parameters of weather is necessary in providing the communities with relevant information to prepare and develop sustainable coping mechanisms.
GROWTH PERFORMANCE, CARCASS YIELD AND COST IMPLICATIONS OF BROILERS FED WITH SPENT GRAIN AND ENZYME SUPPLEMENTED DIETS
Authors: ELILE C. F , C. R. ALIMELE , EZEKWE A. G. 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: This study was aimed at investigating growth performance, carcass characteristics and cost of feed consumption of broilers fed with enzyme fortified diet containing high fibre content.
Methodology: One hundred and forty-four broilers of 7 d old were randomly assigned into nine treatments (SN1 to SN9) with each treatment replicated twice at eight birds per replicate. The experimental design used was a 3 x 3 factorial arrangement involving three levels of enzyme supplementation of 0 g, 0.5 g and 0.8 g per kg diet and three levels of spent grain inclusion of 0%, 6% and 12% in starter’s diet and 0%, 7% and 12% in finisher’s diets.
Findings: Results obtained proved that DFI, FW, WG, FCR and FC were affected (p < 0.05) in starter and finisher birds across treatments. Carcass traits (CW, TW, SW, WW, LW and HW) of finisher broilers were also affected (p < 0.05) in all treatments. Starter broilers fed SN3 diet had the best growth traits of the highest (p < 0.05) FW (1300.50 g) and WG (1149.58 g) value and the lowest (p < 0.05) DFI (73.03 g) and FCR (1.98) means. Finisher broilers fed SN3 diet expressed the highest (p < 0.05) FW (3221.54g), WG (1920.54 g) and DFI (177.23 g) means and the lowest (p < 0.05) FCR (2.71) value, while finisher broilers fed SN9 diet had lowest (p < 0.05) DFI value of 148.43 g. However, finisher broilers fed SN6 diet exhibited moderate growth performance and carcass yield at the lowest FC value of N362.50, while finisher broilers in treatment SN3 had the highest (p < 0.5) value of each carcass traits investigated.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: In conclusion, SN3 starter diet and SN6 finisher diet are therefore recommended to farmers because the diets showed better growth performance of broilers at low cost of feed consumption and SN6 diet showed good carcass traits of finisher broilers.
MANAGEMENT OF MEDICAL RECORDS FOR BETTER HEALTHCARE SERVICE DELIVERY
Authors: Orwa Brian 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: Medical records management is significant in a hospital setup for it ensures that patient medical records are created, maintained, confidential, secured and retrieved easily. Time wastage in locating and retrieving medical records is disadvantageous in a medical institution. This largely affect patient with critical health conditions since medical record retrieval is difficult thus rendering ineffective healthcare services.
Methodology: This study used both qualitative and quantitative approaches with an aim of collecting more data to explain the aim of this research. The combination of the two research approaches gives the researcher the opportunity to collect numeric data. Feelings, opinions and interpretation of both the provider and the user of the healthcare services are based on the management of the medical records at Narok County Referral Hospital.
Results: The study established that Narok County Referral Hospital uses a paper based manual medical records management system which is centralized. At the time of the study this system was serving the hospital without many problems. The few problems that could be identified included the loss or misplacement of patient files which necessitated the opening of temporary files.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: This study focused on the management of medical records only at Narok County Referral Hospital. Narok County Referral Hospital do produce other records apart from the medical records, the study recommends that another study that will focus on other records be conducted.
Impact of Gross Domestic Product on the Growth of Bond Markets in Kenya
Authors: Amenya Linet Moraa , Muturi Willy Muturi , Oluoch Oluoch Oluoch , Kagiri Assumpta Kagiri 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: Bond markets are an example of financial markets that are very essential in promoting greater economic efficiency by channeling funds from savers to investors. This study investigated the influence of gross domestic product on growth of bond market in Kenya. The study further examined the moderating effect of diaspora remittance on the relationship between gross domestic product and the growth of bond market in Kenya.
Methodology: Secondary data was obtained from the CBK, KNBS and NSE and covered a period of 20 years. Time series regression analysis was used in the study. The study employed descriptive research design.
Findings: The study established that the gross domestic product had a major effect on the growth of bond market for the period of study. The study findings revealed that the GDP had a strong positive influence on the growth of bond markets. After moderation the effect improved more with the significance p-value. The study concluded that there was a positive statistically significant effect of GDP on bond market growth in Kenya.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: The study recommended that the capital market authority as a policy maker should enhance policies that promote investment in the bond market. Further studies should also be carried out incorporating other macroeconomic variables not included in this study. Finally, the study also recommended that CBK should ensure that it improves on measures that control the GDP and diaspora remittance as they influence the growth of bond market.
PREDICTING BANKRUPTCY OF COMPANIES: EVIDENCE FROM GHANAIAN LISTED BANKS
Authors: Antwi Joseph , SALIFU IBRAHIM , Sarkodie Eric 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: The study assessed the performances of Ghanaian banks in terms of their liquidity, solvency and profitability by applying financial ratios on the published audited financial statements and further predicted the bankruptcy of the selected banks with the application of Altman Z-model for selected banks in Ghana Stock Exchange.
Methodology: Data gathered was analyzed using liquidity, leverage and profitability ratios as well as Altman Z-score. Current ratio and quick ratio were used to assess the liquidity of the banks. Additionally, debt to asset ratio and debt to equity ratio were utilized to find out the solvency of the banks. Whereas, return on assets and return on equity were employed to examine the profitability of the banks. Finally, working capital to assets, retained earnings to assets, earnings before tax to assets and market value of equity to liabilities were the ratios employed to determine the Z-scores.
Results: Findings revealed that the liquid positions of the banks were below expectations. As far as the solvency positions of the banks were concerned, findings revealed the sector is highly leveraged. Analysis of the profitability position showed that the banks are fairly profitable as their profit averages were above that of the industry. Again, the Altman Z-score model revealed that all the selected banks except one were in corporate distress and far below the standard ratio to be in safe zone and thus, were likely to declare bankrupt.
Volatility dynamics of the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE). Good or Bad for Investors?
Authors: Kambeu Edson , Mbudaya Justine 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: Volatility can be a risk if it results to investors generating negative returns. On the other hand, it can be an opportunity if it results in investors generating positive returns. Whether volatility generates positive returns or negative returns for investors may depend on the general volatility dynamics of a stock market. The concern is that the volatility levels of BSE stocks may not be enhancing the returns of investors. Therefore, the study investigated whether the volatility dynamics of BSE are good or bad for investors.
Methodology: Using market data from 2011 to 2013, we employ a GARCH-M (1,1) model to find out if BSE volatility dynamics are enhancing the returns of stocks listed on the stock exchange.
Findings: The results showed that the risk coefficient in the mean returns is significant but negative. This implied that the returns of stocks listed on the BSE are significantly, but negatively related to market volatility. Therefore, we concluded that the current market volatility dynamics of the BSE are not enhancing the returns of investors and are bad for investors in the short-term.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: We recommend that investors use a buy and hold strategy in order to realize positive returns.
FEED INTAKE AND GROWTH RATE OF WEST AFRICAN DWARF GOATS FED DIFFERENT PROPORTIONS OF RUMEN WASTE, POULTRY WASTE AND CASSAVA PEEL WASTE
Authors: Inweh D. A. , Ikhatua U. J. , Bamikole M. A. 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: Rumen waste, poultry waste and cassava peel waste are sources of environmental pollution but could serve as feed resources for ruminant animals. This study was undertaken to ascertain the nutritive value of composite diets with varied proportions of these waste in West African dwarf goats.
Methodology: Four experimental diets were formulated in which diet 1 was a standard (control) diet. Diets 2, 3 and 4 contained the wastes in varied proportions of 5, 15, and 25%. The goats where offered a basal diet of concentrate containing Brewer’s dried grain (BDG), vitamin/mineral salts mixtures and Panicum maximum. A feeding trial was conducted using sixteen (16) West African dwarf (WAD) goats in a completely randomized design (CRD). Feed intake and weight changes were determined. Chemical composition of the experimental diets was analyzed.
Findings: Results of chemical composition of the diets showed absence of significant (P > 0.05) variation in nutritional composition except diet 3, which had greater (P < 0.05) value of Crude Protein (21.00 %) and NDF (61.00 %). Also, diets 2 and 3 had the least (P < 0.05) metabolizable energy of 3.91 and 5.65 MJ/Kg DM respectively. Results of feeding trial showed significantly (P < 0.05) low nutrient intakesfor composite diets 2, 3 and 4 compared to the control (diet 1). Growth performance result showed that goats on diet 1 and 4 significantly (P < 0.05) gained weight (1.07kg and 0.97kg respectively), while goats on diet 2 and 3 significantly (P < 0.05) lost weight (-1.63kg and -0.56kg respectively). Feed conversion efficiency followed a similar trend. Results shows that the goats on diet 1(control) and diet 4 (25% RW, 5% PW and 15% CP) were better utilized by the WAD goats during the feeding trial. This difference can be attributed to poor palatability and acceptability of diets 2 and 3 as well as nutrient imbalance as required for proper rumen function. Therefore, an appropriate combination of these non-conventional feed materials or wastes, as indicated by diet 4, can be fed successfully to small ruminant animals.
Influence of Geography on Various Career Choices in Africa. A Critical Literature Review
Authors: Kariuki Robert Kariuki 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: Education and training should therefore consider the role of geography in instilling learners with basic foundation skills to tackle the various challenges faced in the society. The overall objective of this study was to examine influence of influence of Geography on various career choices in Africa. A critical literature review
Methodology: The paper used a desk study review methodology where relevant empirical literature was reviewed to identify main themes and to extract knowledge gaps.
Findings: The findings of the study indicate that a large percentage of students aspire to pursue careers that are related to Geographic Information systems (GIS) and cartography. Careers in economic geography and physical geography follow closely. The least aspired careers by students are those related to geographic education and regional geography. This shows that learners aspire for careers that are related to information and communication technology because GIS entails use of computers while cartography also entails use of computer technology such as Google maps and Global Positioning System (GPS).The fact that geography has a topic on map interpretation makes the learners to be familiar with map work; this could also be a reason why they have an interest in cartography.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: The study recommends that the importance of geography subject should be emphasized on learners at the early stages of secondary school such as form one and two. This will enable the learners to make informed subject choice because it will have an impact on their career prospects. Students who love geography subject should be encouraged to study it and encouraged to pursue careers related to geography in tertiary colleges and university. More learners should be encouraged by teachers and parents to choose geography because it covers a wide scope in terms of socio-economic activities that man is involved in. This will make the learner to be an all-round person who can bring development to the society.
GEOTECHNICAL PROPERTIES AND AGGREGATE QUALITY ASSESSMENT OF MARL DEPOSIT IN AFIKPO AREA, SOUTHEASTERN NIGERIA
Authors: Sunday E.U , Owonaro B.J , Okeke O.C , Amadi C. C , Okonkwo S. I , Ofoh J. I , Iwuoha P. O 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: Marl is an impure limestone that is generally not good for cement production because of its low calcium carbonate content. Aggregates derived from marl deposit in Afikpo Area, Southeastern Nigeria, are currently being used in construction of concrete structures and highway pavements by construction companies and individuals. There is no published information on the suitability of the aggregates for such uses. The purpose of this study was to determine the suitability of the aggregates as components of concrete and highway pavements in terms of satisfying the non-swelling and acceptable strength characteristics / requirements.
Methodology: Geotechnical tests including Atterberg limits (liquid limit, plastic limits and plasticity index), linear shrinkage and free swell were used to evaluate the swelling characteristics; while physico- mechanical tests including specific gravity, water absorption. Aggregate Crushing Values (ACV), Aggregate Impact Value (AIV) and Los Angele Abrasion Value (LAAV) were used to evaluate the strength characteristics. The field studies indicate that the marl deposit is associated with Ezeaku Formation of Lower Benue Trough. Results: Results of geotechnical tests indicate liquid limit, plasticity index, linear shrinkage and free swell values of 29.50%, 4.60%, 0.36% and 10.00%, respectively. Similarly, results of physico-mechanical tests indicate specific gravity, water absorption, ACV, AIV and LAAV values of 2.58%, 1.90%. 23.50% 29.45% and 42.70%, respectively.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Since the results satisfy the non-swelling characteristics (plasticity index < 12%, linear shrinkage < 8% and free swell < 50%) and acceptable strength characteristics (water absorption < 3%, ACV < 30%, AIV < 30% and LAAV < 45%) requirements for good concrete and highway pavement aggregates, aggregates derived from marl deposit in Afikpo Area, Southeastern Nigeria, are strongly recommended to be used as aggregates in concrete and highway pavement construction.
Waves in the Costal and Oceanic Regions.
Authors: Waithaka Kariuki R 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: The aim of the paper is to assess the waves techniques in the costal and oceanic regions. Methodology: One obvious way of measuring waves is to follow the three-dimensional motion of the water particles at the sea surface. This can be done with a buoy that closely follows the motion of these water particles by floating at the surface.
Findings: Ocean waves are generally not observed and modelled in all their detail as they propagate across the ocean, into shelf seas and finally into coastal waters. Such details are generally not required and they are certainly beyond our capacity to observe and compute (except on a very small scale). The alternative is to consider the statistical characteristics of the waves. In advanced techniques of observing and modelling, these statistical characteristics are represented by the wave spectrum, which can be determined either from observations or with computer simulations based on wind, tides and seabed topography.
PALLIATIVE CARE RESILIENCE: ADVERSITY QUOTIENT AMONG CANCER PATIENTS IN NAIROBI AND NYERI COUNTIES, KENYA
Authors: Wang’ombe Joyce , Kathungu Beatrice 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: This study sought to find out the levels of Adversity Quotient among cancer patients attending palliative care in Nairobi and Nyeri Counties, Kenya.
Methodology: The study adopted a correlation research design. The target population were the cancer patients, attending treatment at the three palliative care units in Nairobi and Nyeri Counties. Systematic random sampling technique was used in the study to obtain a sample of 96 participants. Semi structured questionnaires were used to collect data. Data was analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics, namely Pearson Moment Correlation Coefficient(r).
Findings: Results showed that the lowest adversity quotient level score attained by the respondents was 32, while the highest score was 93. The adversity quotients mean score was 68.98+13.54, signifying that the adversity quotient for the respondents was in the moderate level possibly because majority of them had been diagnosed with cancer between 1 to 2 years earlier hence may have still been overwhelmed by their illnesses and the subsequent cost in initiation of treatment and diet thus lowering their AQ to moderate levels.
Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Patients under palliative care could adopt group psychotherapy, including cognitive-behavioural, informational, non-behavioral, social support, and using unusual treatments such as music and art therapy to curb cancer. More cancer related programs enhancing patients AQ should be put in place by the counsellors in order to increase the patients AQ in the palliative care units from moderate level to high level of AQ in order to boost recovery outcomes
EFFICACY OF COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY ON REDUCING MALADAPTIVE BEHAVIOUR AMONG STUDENTS ENROLLED IN COUNSELLING, PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION (EPSE)
Authors: Egenti Dr. Nkechi T. , Ncheke Dr. Damian C. , Umah Dr. Sunday S. , Egwim Chisom Ezinne , Uzoagba Ngozi , De. Lilian C. Ozoemena 
Published: January 2023

Purpose: The study investigated the efficacy of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) in the reduction of on maladaptive behaviour of undergraduate students. The purpose for the study came as a result of the increasing rate of maladaptive behaviour to which the researchers sought to find solutions. Pre-test-post-test randomized control trial experimental design was adopted by the researchers for the study.
Methodology: Sixty-four (64) maladaptive undergraduate students who were drawn through proportionate stratified random sampling technique constituted the sample for the study. The maladaptive students were randomly assigned to experimental (34) and control (30) groups. Maladaptive Assessment Scale for Students (MASS) and Maladaptive Behaviour Scale (MBS) were used for data collection. MASS and MBS were properly validated by experts in test development and the internal consistency reliability indices of the items estimated as 0.79 and 0.81 respectively using cronbach alpha method. Before the commencement of the testing and treatment package, the researchers assured the participants of confidentiality of interactions and personal information as they work together in self-disclosure. Thereafter, pre-treatment assessment (pre-test) was conducted using the MASS and MBS in order to collect baseline data (Time 1). After that, the experimental group was exposed to 90 minutes of the CBT programme twice a week for a period of 6 weeks. The treatment took place between September and November 2019. Post-test (Time 2) assessment was conducted 1 week after the last treatment (Time 3). Data collected were analyzed using repeated measures analysis of variance.
Results: The findings of the study revealed that the effect of cognitive behavioural therapy on reducing the maladaptive behaviour of undergraduate students was significant at post-test and follow-up measures. One of the contributions of the findings is that if undergraduate students are not properly counselled, their maladaptive behaviours will continue to increase.
Unique contribution to theory, policy and practice: Based on the findings, it was recommended among others that Federal Government or relevant education authorities should provide enough guidance counsellors in the various institutions of higher learning who will assist in the counselling of the students on the dangers of maladaptive behaviours using CBT. It is also recommended that counselors, psychologists among others should adopt cognitive behavioural therapy for handling maladaptive behaviour.