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Study Of Laws And Regulations Related To The Management Of Florfenicol Detection Cases In Swine, Shinnawat Saengungsumalee

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background: Florfenicol, an antibiotic permitted in veterinary medicine, currently lacks an established maximum residue limit (MRL) in meat products in Thailand, effectively mandating undetectable residue levels. In May 2024, Thailand Pesticide Alert Network reported florfenicol residues in swine, raising concerns about consumer safety, rational veterinary drug use, and the potential for antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Addressing these issues involves multiple laws, decrees, and regulations across various agencies. Objectives: To analyze laws and regulations managing florfenicol residue detection in swine. Materials and Methods: This documentary research examines relevant laws, regulations, and measures for florfenicol in livestock and compares Thailand’s regulations with those …

Evaluating Asthma Education: A Comparison Of Whatsapp-Based Digital Interventions And Traditional Techniques, Rama Parthasarathy, Jayakumar Rajagopal, Sona Primuha Sugumaran, Sharon Angelin Johnson, Sai Shyam Kumar Nappa Selvam, Karthikeyan Ramaraju

The Thai Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Background and Aims: Asthma is a chronic lung disease affecting people of all age group, which is characterized by inflammation and muscle tightening around the airway. Coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath are the symptoms. The main complication faced by asthma patient is poor medication adherence; to overcome this patient counseling was performed. In this patient education was given through both digital and direct approaches. It is important to find out whether the above-mentioned approaches improve medication adherence. This research specifically investigates whether digital approaches through WhatsApp can directly improve asthma control compared to traditional methods. Methods: A prospective …

Introduction Of Clinical Pastoral Education In Ukraine: The Experience Of The Volyn Orthodox Theological Academy, Vladyslav Fulmes, Volodymyr Vakin, Oleksandr Khoroshko

Occasional Papers on Religion in Eastern Europe

Medical chaplaincy is an important component in many countries, as it helps to ensure a holistic approach to treatment, taking into account the spiritual needs of patients. The relevance of this direction was due to the invasion of russian troops on the territory of Ukraine back in 2014, and in the conditions of a full-scale war in Ukraine, the role of medical chaplaincy has increased significantly. This article reveals the experience of the Volyn Orthodox Theological Academy (Lutsk, Ukraine) in training medical chaplains, which was the first in Ukraine, responding to social challenges, in particular health care institutions, to develop …

2024-2025 Tower Health Research Day Award Recipients, Tower Health

Tower Health Research Day

No abstract provided.

Bridging Resources For Occupational Therapists And Children At Mckenna Farms, Audrey S. Morris

OTD Capstone Projects

Mckenna Farms Therapy Services is a therapeutic riding center that offers hippotherapy and therapeutic riding services. They also offer therapy services such as: physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy as well. This project focused on creating online occupational therapy resources (e.g., activities, worksheets, handouts). This project also included making a pamphlet that provided inclusive experiences in the Northwest Georgia area for children/families. The deliverables of this project are the online occupational therapy resource binder easily accessible in a google drive, and the physical pamphlet with information on inclusive experiences.

The Medicine From Nature; Finding The Antibacterial Power Of Essential Oils, Josi Maness, Seoyeon Kim, Eric T. Gillock

SACAD: Scholarly Activities

Essential oils are known to have pharmaceutical effects such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticarcinogenic properties. These days, there are various types of essential oils that are commonly used for coughing or to promote good sleep.

We prepared 19 different essential oils to find the essential oil that has the most antibiotic properties by putting drops of oil on a soy agar plate with Serratia marcescens. As a result, cinnamon cassia essential oil was most effective, and five of them didn't have antibiotic properties.

We also tested with six different types of antibiotics, and as a result, only three of them …

Profil Kadar Vitamin D Dan Hubungannya Dengan Derajat Keparahan Klinis Serta Parameter Inflamasi Pada Pasien Terkonfirmasi Covid-19, Wicensius Parulian Hasudungan, Andhika Rachman, Alvina Widhani, Arif Mansjoer

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. The available data currently is not adequate to show the differences in vitamin D levels across various clinical stages of COVID-19 in Indonesia. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the profile of vitamin D levels and its relationship with the clinical severity and inflammatory parameters in confirmed COVID-19 patients.

Methods. The study was conducted at Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital and Wisma Atlet COVID-19 Emergency Hospital from January to December 2021. Subjects who were 18 years old and above and had confirmed COVID-19 status through COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) from oropharyngeal swab were included. Those who refused …

Profil Anafilaksis Di Rsu Hasanah Graha Afiah, Depok Pada Januari 2023 – April 2024, Sukamto Koesnoe, Risky Wulandari, Bramantya Wicaksana

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Anaphylaxis is a severe hypersensitivity reaction that occurs rapidly and can be life-threatening. This reaction disrupts the respiratory, cardiovascular, digestive, and/or integumentary systems. The global prevalence of anaphylaxis is 1-2%, with a mortality rate of 0.3%. However, data on anaphylaxis in Indonesia is very limited. The aim of this study was to obtain anaphylaxis profile at Hasanah Graha Afiah Hospital, Depok.

Methods. This study used a cross-sectional descriptive study from January 2023 to April 2024 at Hasanah Graha Afiah Hospital, Depok, Jawa Barat. Inclusion criteria include patients aged ≥17 years, diagnosed with anaphylaxis in medical records in …

Hubungan Heart Rate Variability Dengan Global Longitudinal Strain Pada Pasien Diabetes Melitus Tipe 2 Di Puskesmas Jakarta, Dwi Rendra Hadi, Lusiani Rusdi, Tri Juli Edi Tarigan, Arif Mansjoer

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Diabetes mellitus (DM) remains a major global health issue due to its direct consequences and complications, particularly cardiovascular complications. These complications are influenced by autonomic neuropathy, which can be assessed by Heart Rate Variability (HRV). Autonomic dysfunction is thought to impair heart function, which can potentially be predicted early by observing Global Longitudinal Strain (GLS). The relationship between HRV and GLS has not been extensively studied. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the relationship between HRV and GLS.

Methods. A cross-sectional study with a population of adult type 2 DM patients residing in Jakarta in December 2020. …

Infeksi Oportunistik Pada Pasien Hiv Yang Dirawat Inap Di Rsup Dr. Hasan Sadikin Bandung Tahun 2019-2022, Katarina Salma, Yovita Hartantri, Nisa Fauziah

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that infects and attacks the human immune system. The high morbidity and mortality rates in HIV patients can be attributed to various factors, one of which is the presence of opportunistic infections due to the weakened immune response, making HIV patients highly susceptible to other infections. This study aims to provide an overview of opportunistic infections in HIV patients hospitalized at Dr. Hasan Sadikin General Hospital in Bandung within the period of 2019-2022.

Methods. This descriptive observational study was conducted on 255 HIV patients with opportunistic infections who were hospitalized at dr. …

Penghambat Kanal Kalsium Sebagai Kontrol Glukosa Darah Pada Insulinoma: Sebuah Laporan Kasus, Nadhira Nizam, Ryan Tresna Putra, Anshari Saifuddin Hasibuan

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Insulinoma is a rare neuroendocrine tumor of the pancreas arising from β-cells, leading to excessive insulin secretion and resultant hypoglycaemia. Surgical resection is the first-line treatment for insulinoma, but when surgery is not feasible, medical therapy is an important option. Calcium channel blockers (CCBs) such as verapamil can inhibit insulin release from β-cells and have been proposed as an adjunct therapy to help control blood glucose levels in insulinoma. We report a 43-year-old man who presented to the emergency department with decreased consciousness due to hypoglycaemia. His capillary blood glucose at home was 35 mg/dL, about 8 hours after his …

Advanced Hiv Disease: Wajah Hiv Yang Hampir Terlupakan, Evy Yunihastuti, Bramantya Wicaksana

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

No abstract provided.

Efek Hipnoterapi Untuk Meningkatkan Kualitas Hidup Pada Pasien Penyakit Ginjal Kronik: Suatu Laporan Kasus Berbasis Bukti, Aisha Putri Chairani, Rudi Putranto, Hamzah Shatri, Maruhum Bonar Hasiholan Marbun, Edward Faisal, Vinandia Irvianita, Diah Martina

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a condition of kidney damage with a decrease in glomerulus filtration rate of 60 ml/min/1.73 m3 for a duration of more than three months. CKD is closely related to the patient’s quality of life because the patient must carry out various lifestyle restrictions to slow the progression of kidney damage. Lifestyle restrictions often cause problems in the psychosocial field that increase the severity of symptoms and decrease kidney function faster. This evidence-based case review was compiled to determine the effectiveness of hypnotherapy in improving the quality of life of CKD patients. Literature searches were conducted …

Pencegahan Sindrom Delirium Akut Pada Pasien Lansia Di Rawat Inap, Vera Vera

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Acute delirium syndrome is often found in hospitalized older patients, requiring longer hospital stay and higher hospital cost. Studies showed that 40% of these delirium cases in older patients may be prevented with multicomponent intervention based on National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) and Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) guidelines. This article explained multicomponent intervention, which includes protocols for disorientation, dehydration, hypoxia, constipation, malnutrition, pain control, infection control, infection prevention, drugs evaluation, early mobilization, and education for patients’ family / caregiver. Prevention of acute delirium syndrome in hospitalized older patients will reduce the medical cost and distress among …

Women’S Health Considerations In Traumatic Brain Injury, Sindhoori Nalla

Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Faculty Papers

Purpose of Review: Biological sex differences are an important factor to consider when treating TBI, as there can be a disproportionate manifestation of symptoms and recovery process when comparing females to males. Historically, these differences have not been well studied, and there is still much to be understood as to why these differences exist. Recent Findings: A number of factors are thought to contribute to disparities with women who have a TBI, including lack of well-designed research studies focused on women, hormonal fluctuations at the time of and as a result of a TBI, psychosocial comorbidities, and societal norms/expectations. While …

Status Gizi Sebagai Faktor Risiko Mortalitas Di Rumah Sakit Pada Pasien Lanjut Usia Pasca Reseksi Tumor Kolorektal, Ayu Fitri Sekar Wulandari, Parish Budiono, Yudo Murti Mupangati

Jurnal Penyakit Dalam Indonesia

Introduction. Malnutrition in elderly patients, particularly those with colorectal cancer, increases morbidity, mortality, and length of hospital stay due to metabolic dysregulation and hypermetabolic perioperative response, affecting wound healing, infection risk, postoperative complications, and nutritional deficits. This study aimed to analyze whether nutritional status is a risk factor for in-hospital mortality in elderly patients after colorectal tumor resection.

Methods. A case-control matching study was conducted on elderly patients who underwent colorectal tumor resection, using secondary data from elderly inpatients at Dr. Kariadi General Hospital from January 2020 to April 2024. The collected data were analyzed using bivariate analysis …

Harnessing Sociodemographic And Anthropometric Insights To Predict Type 2 Diabetes Risk: A Machine Learning Approach, Rico Kurniawan, Rezki Yunanda, Okky Assetya Pratiwi

Jurnal Biostatistik, Kependudukan, dan Informatika Kesehatan

The complexity of diabetes makes early diagnosis and effective management challenging for healthcare settings. This study developed and evaluated models using machine learning algorithms to predict the risk of diabetes. The data were primarily sourced from the Indonesia Family Life Survey (IFLS). Diabetes status was identified using A1c whole blood sample values (A1c WBS ³5.7%). Sociodemographic and anthropometric factors were set as predictors, most of which were significantly correlated with diabetes status. Discrete machine learning algorithms such as decision tree, k-nearest neighbors (KNN), random forest (RF), naïve Bayer, support vector machine (SVM), and neural network (MLP) were applied to construct …

Analisis Kepuasan Pengguna Simrs Pada Klaim Jkn Di Rsud Khidmat Sehat Afiat, Kota Depok Tahun 2023, Robiatul Adawiyah, R Sutiawan

Jurnal Biostatistik, Kependudukan, dan Informatika Kesehatan

Keberlangsungan klaim JKN di RSUD Khidmat Sehat Afiat Kota Depok sekurang-kurangnya harus didukung oleh SIMRS yang dapat diintegrasikan dengan E-Klaim INA-CBG’s dan V-Claim. Maka pada tahun 2019 SIMRS dilakukan integrasi dengan kedua sistem informasi tersebut guna meningkatkan keberhasilan klaim JKN. Namun, sejak SIMRS diintegrasi, hingga saat ini belum pernah dilakukan analisis. Padahal, E-Klaim INA-CBG’s dan V-Claim terus mengalami perubahan yang menjadikan banyaknya fitur yang belum tersedia pada SIMRS yang berujung membuat proses pengajuan klaim JKN menjadi terhambat. Desain penelitian ini menggunakan teori Delone dan McLean dengan jenis penelitian kuantitatif dan pendekatan cross-sectional. Pengambilan sampel menggunakan proportional stratified random sampling …

Peran Tempat Persalinan Dalam Inisiasi Menyusu Dini: Analisis Survei Demografi Dan Kesehatan Indonesia Tahun 2017, Siti Sunya Kumala, Besral Besral

Jurnal Biostatistik, Kependudukan, dan Informatika Kesehatan

Cakupan inisiasi menyusu dini (IMD) di Indonesia lebih rendah dibandingkan rata-rata ASEAN. Padahal cakupan persalinan di fasilitas kesehatan dan dibantu oleh tenaga kesehatan telah melampaui 70%. Penyedia layanan kesehatan menjadi faktor pendukung ibu untuk melakukan IMD. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peran tempat persalinan dalam IMD di Indonesia. Penelitian dilakukan dengan desain potong lintang, dan menggunakan data Survei Demografi Kesehatan Indonesia tahun 2017. Sampel penelitian adalah wanita usia 15-49 tahun dari seluruh provinsi di Indonesia. Regresi logistik ganda dilakukan untuk menganalisis IMD dari berbagai tempat persalinan. Proporsi IMD pada tahun 2017 adalah 60,7%. Proporsi IMD paling banyak di poskesdes/polindes (72,8%), …

Vaccination As A Protective Factor Against Hospitalization For Sars-Cov-2 Infections: An Observational Study Using Surveillance Data, Chandrayani Simanjorang, Kristin Mutiara Tarigan, Diva Anita Churiana Sudrajat, Rana Zahra Raniyah Wangsawinangun, Asy Syifa Anwari Zahra

Jurnal Biostatistik, Kependudukan, dan Informatika Kesehatan

Death due to SARS-CoV-2 generally occurs in patients requiring hospital care (hospitalization). However, it is still unclear whether vaccination acts as a protective factor against hospitalization in SARS-CoV-2 patients in Indonesia. This study examines the association between vaccination and hospitalization among SARS-CoV-2 patients. It employs a quantitative, cross-sectional design using secondary data from SARS-CoV-2 surveillance records at the Jakarta Health Agency (January–August 2021). Findings show that patients who received the 1st vaccine dose had a 0.34 times lower risk of hospitalization compared to unvaccinated individuals (aPOR=0.34; 95% CI=0.31–0.38). Those who received the 2nd dose had an even lower risk (aPOR=0.16; …

Dampak Tradisi Pemberian Nasi Papahan Terhadap Kesehatan Bayi Usia 6-24 Bulan: Literature Review, Sakinah Hadirama, Tri Krianto Karjoso

Jurnal Biostatistik, Kependudukan, dan Informatika Kesehatan

Praktik pemberian nasi papahan seringkali dianggap sebagai bentuk kasih sayang antara ibu kepada bayi dan bertujuan untuk memudahkan bayi dalam mengonsumsi makanan, padahal hal tersebut tidak baik bagi kesehatan karena dapat menjadi media penularan penyakit apabila ibu menderita penyakit menular tertentu sehingga mengakibatkan gangguan kesehatan pada bayi, terutama saat berusia 6-24 bulan karena saat itu adalah masa golden age (periode keemasan) pada bayi yang menjadi proses penting dalam tumbuh kembang anak. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dampak kesehatan yang ditimbulkan akibat tradisi pemberian nasi papahan kepada bayi usia 6-24 bulan. Metode yang dilakukan adalah kajian literatur melalui database publikasi …

Factors Affecting Nurse Retention In A Private Healthcare System In Malaysia, Zarin Ikmal Zan Mohd Zain, Annamma Kunjukunju, Govethamma Subramaniam, Nur Izzana Tajuddin

Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia

Nurse retention has become increasingly challenging in the post-pandemic era, particularly for private hospitals. This study aimed to identify the significant predictors of nurse retention in selected private hospitals in Malaysia. A quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional design was employed. A pre-validated, self-administered questionnaire, distributed via Google Forms, was used for data collection. The respondents included 532 registered nurses employed at three private hospitals in Malaysia. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics and correlation studies, including Spearman’s rho and multiple regression analysis. Among the participants, 54% reported good job satisfaction, 27.37% expressed organizational commitment, 25.97% were satisfied with human resource practices, …

Practices In Single Ventricle Repairs: Insights From Computational Fluid Dynamics On Cavopulmonary Connections – A Scoping Review, Olivia K. Osuch

Student Works

Abstract: Single-ventricle congenital heart defects require complex surgical strategies, with computation fluid dynamics (CFD) playing a growing role in optimizing cavopulmonary connections. This scoping review examines CFD-derived insights into power loss, hepatic flow distribution (HFD), and wall shear stress (WSS) across different Fontan geometries.

Methods: A search of available peer-reviewed literature (1995-2024) identified studies using CFD models to analyze hemodynamic performance in second and third-stage single-ventricle repairs. Studies were categorized based on surgical stage, anatomical variations, modeling assumptions, and key outcomes such as power loss, HFD, and WSS.

Results: Of 30 included studies, 28 analyzed power loss, 24 evaluated HFD, …

Understanding How Family Dynamics Affect Mental Health Communication In Inside Out: A Content Analysis, Kataryna Morton

Honors Program: Senior Projects (Public)

This study examines the impact of open communication between family members on mental health and a child’s sense of belonging in the film Inside Out. Previous research has shown the impact of media on children’s socialization, which can influence stigma and make it less likely for vulnerable communication to occur. It is crucial for children to learn to communicate their emotions, and the media can play a key role in shaping these beliefs. Inside Out provides a positive example of mental health communication, which is specifically explored through Riley’s communication with her parents throughout the film. Using a content analysis, …

Development And Analysis Of The Kinematic-Dynamic Model Of The Rehabilitation Exoskeleton System, Umidjon Abdumutalipovich Takabaev, Zafar Botirovich Juraev

Technical science and innovation

Designing modern rehabilitation exoskeleton systems requires a comprehensive study of human-machine interactions. In this process, creating kinematic and dynamic mathematical models of the system is extremely important. In this paper, we develop mathematical models that describe rehabilitation exoskeleton systems' kinematic and dynamic properties. Based on the Denavit-Hartenberg method we construct kinematic model of the exoskeleton system. The method gave us to determine the coordinate system for each joint. Furthermore, we also study the motion range of joints of the exoskeleton. Modeling the dynamic properties of the system performed with the second-order Lagrange equation. The exoskeleton construction consisting of knee, thigh, …

Video Animation: Improving Older Adults Patients Knowledge And Motivation Related To Hypertension Diet, Gusti Ayu Kade Budiarti, Sri Susanty, Ruslan Madjid, Ramadhan Tosepu

Jurnal Keperawatan Indonesia

Hypertension is a dangerous medical condition that can increase the risk of heart, brain, and renal problems, among other issues. A balanced diet is an essential hypertension control intervention. This study seeks to examine the efficiency of employing animation media to explain the application of diets that prevent hypertension and boost the understanding and motivation of senior patients at Bahteramas Regional General Hospital. In both the control and intervention groups, a quantitative-quasi-experimental design was adopted, with pre-test and post-tests. Data was obtained via questionnaires from 92 respondents chosen using a purposive sampling approach, with 46 in the intervention group from …

03.31.2025 Ored Connect, Liz Williamson

ORED Newsletter

Indirect Cost Rate Agreement

NIH Transition to Common Forms

NIH Implementation of New Initiatives and Policies

Addressing Diabetic Retinopathy Prevalence In Low-Income Communities: Barriers To Quality Healthcare And Strategies For Equitable Treatment Access, Morkeia A. Mutchelknaus

Honors Thesis

Studies have shown a strong correlation between diabetes and individuals in low-income communities, which often lack access to equitable healthcare for a variety of reasons. This honors thesis will focus on diabetic retinopathy, its prevalence, prevention, and treatment strategies in both low- and high-income communities. A comprehensive literature review was conducted to define diabetic retinopathy, assess its prevalence, and review past and present approaches to its treatment and prevention. This paper aims to identify strategies to improve healthcare accessibility in low-income communities by analyzing current strategies in place to prevent and treat diabetic retinopathy and proposing potential solutions that will …

The Intensity Of 10-Minute Classroom Physical Activity Breaks In Elementary School Children, Jeffery J. Honas, Amanda N. Szabo-Reed, Joe Sherman, Anna Rice, Robert Montgomery, Ken Murfay, Richard A. Washburn, Joseph E. Donnelly

International Journal of Physical Activity and Health

This study examined the intensity of different physical activity (PA) breaks for elementary school children in a simulated classroom setting. Researchers compared the energy expenditure (Kcals/min, METs) of PA breaks developed for the Physical Activity Across the Curriculum (PAAC-3) program, delivered via video or in-person, to commercially available GoNoodle^© videos. 71 children (age 9.0 ± 1.1 yrs., 47 males, 24 females, 18% minority) participated in 10-minute PA breaks. The intensity of activity breaks was assessed using a COSMED® K5 portable indirect calorimeter (weight ~ 1 kg) (COSMED®, Rome, Italy) and and portable accelerometer (ActiGraph GT3X+; ActiGraph LLC, Pensacola, FL) …

Nurses' Performance In Operating Life-Saving Medical Devices At Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Marwa G. Abouheiba, Magda A. Essawey

Nursing

Background: The life-saving medical devices can be define as are machines, apparatuses or technologist which used to ensure the optimal level of physiological functions. In case that the organ or organs failed to function well. Aim: The study aimed to assess nurses' performance in operating life-saving medical devices at Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Research Question: What is the level of nurses' performance in operating life-saving medical devices at Pediatric Intensive Care Unit? Operational Definition: Life-saving devices in this study refer to mechanical ventilator, cardiac monitor, and infusion and syringe pumps. Settings: The study was conducted at the Pediatric Intensive Care …