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Fusion of Infrared and Visible Images Based on Non-subsample Contourlet Transform

10.12928/telkomnika.v14i2.2749
Tingman; Yan’an University Zhang , Qing; Xi’an University of Technology Wang
For the single spectrum image could not fully express the target feature information, this paper proposed a multispectral image fusion method based on non-subsample contourlet transform (NSCT). For the low frequency coefficients decomposed, fourth-order correlation coefficient is used to calculate the correlation between each low frequency coefficients, averaging fusion for the higher correlation coefficient, weight phase congruency fusion for the low correlation coefficient. For high frequency coefficients, Gaussian weight sum modified Laplace method is used for fusing, to retain more local structure details. Simulation results show that the method effectively retain the image structure information and more local details, and increase the image contrast.
Volume: 14
Issue: 2
Page: 613-621
Publish at: 2016-06-01

A Short Review on the Development of Salt Tolerant Cultivars in Rice

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4786
Samiullah Khan , Muhammad Arshad Javed , Nusrat Jahan , Fazilah Abd Manan
Rice is staple food for half of the world. With a population of almost 9.6 billion by the year 2050, there is a dire need of developing techniques to improve the crop plants, not only in terms of better yield but also to withstand harsh environmental conditions and stresses like drought, temperature, flood and salinity. Salinity is second to drought stress and hence it is very important to develop crops tolerant to salinity stress. This review discusses the mechanisms of salt tolerance and the recent developments in understanding the complex tolerance phenomena. One way to address the salinity issue is to develop tolerant rice varieties using conventional and modern breeding techniques for which screening the rice germplasm for the varieties with desired traits is critical. Conventional methods to develop tolerant rice varieties are discussed along with modern biotechnology techniques are also discussed. Quantitative Trait Loci (QTL) and Marker Assisted Selection (MAS) are promising techniques. In addition to these modern techniques, some recent developments in the fields of transgenic plants, haploid breeding and Somaclonal variations have also been discussed. The limited knowledge about molecular and genetic mechanisms to tolerate abiotic stresses, however is a barrier to efficiently develop tolerant cultivars. A combination of conventional and modern biotechnology techniques could possibly open up the new ways.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 201-212
Publish at: 2016-06-01

Investigations of Latrine Coverage and Associated Factors Among Debretabor Town, Amhara Region North West Ethiopia

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4777
Yilkal Tafere , Mirkuzie Woldie , Henok Assefa
Studies in a number of countries have shown that wherever inappropraite waste disposal morbidity and mortality rates are high. Although latrine coverage is an important indicator for measuring success of the health service program; data on latrine coverage scarce in the study area. Objective: To investigate latrine coverage and associated factors in among households of Debretabor town, Amhara region, Ethiopia. Methods: A community based cross sectional study was conducted in Debretabor town from September 1-30, 2013. A total of 422 households were included in the study using systematic sampling technique. Data were collected using structured questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS version 16.0. Degree of association between independent and dependent variables was assessed with a 95% confidence level and p-value less than 0.05 was used to detect statistical significance. Result: In this study. Ninety three point five percent of households have latrine. Graduated as model family was predictor for availability of latrine (AOR= 3.18,). Income and house ownership were also found to be predictors for availability of latrine (AOR=3.70), (AOR=8.46), respectively. Educational status of respondents was found to be predictors for availability of latrine (AOR= 2.65). Conclusion:  latrine coverage was relatively lower from the national target of 100%, still there are households that use open defication. Educational status, house owner shipe, income and graduated as model family were main factors affecting latrine availability. Improving socio economic status of households, provision of continuous advice and technical support at household level on the availability of latrine are recommended.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 137-141
Publish at: 2016-06-01

Organizational Commitment Can Improve Compliance of Blood Transfusion Procedure

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4784
Edi Murwani , Stefanus Supriyanto , Suharto Suharto
The purpose of this research was to improve compliance of nurses and midwives on blood transfusion procedures through increased organizational commitment. The study used observational analytic with cross sectional approach. 156 nurses and midwives who meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria agreed to participates respondents and 46 observers agrees involved in the collection of data through informed consent. The sampling technique was simple random sampling. Data instrument collectors in the form of checklists and questionnaires. Analysis of the data used in the form of descriptive analysis, correlation, and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). Based on the findings of a new model, a model compliance nurses and midwives on blood transfusion procedures, organizational commitment can improve compliance procedure of blood transfusion if affective commitment and normative commitment improved.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 183-192
Publish at: 2016-06-01

The Impact of Surgical Site Infection to the Health Care Cost

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4775
Triani Marwati , A.A. Subiyanto , Totok Mardikanto , Priyambodo Priyambodo , Marsiana Wibowo , Nurul Qomariyah
Surgical Site Infection (SSI) is the most common cause of nosocomial infections. The incidence of SSI is ranging between 14 - 16% of the entire incident of nosocomial infections in hospitalized patients. The objectives of this study were to determine the relationship between knowledge, attitude, infrastructure and behavior of health personnel to prevent SSI and to determine the amount of additional costs for hospital care as a result of SSI. This study used a mixed method research. Quantitative research conducted with descriptive analytic design with cross sectional approach. Quantitative data was analyzed by univariate and bivariate analysis. Qualitative research was used to measure additional cost due to SSI. Health personnel showed good knowledge about SSI prevention (89.6%), good attitude towards SSI prevention (57%), assessed good for hospital infrastructure (93.8%), but only 55.2% showed good behavior to prevent SSI. There were no relationship between knowledge and attitudes of health personnel, and hospital infrastructure with health personnel behavior to prevent SSI. Additional cost due to SSI was IDR 18,375,000 for each patient.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 129-133
Publish at: 2016-06-01

Electric Price Forecast using Interbreed Approach of Linear Regression and SVM

10.11591/ijeecs.v2.i3.pp537-544
Deepak Saini , Akash Saxena
Electricity price forecasting is a hypercritical issue due to the involvement of consumers and producers in electricity markets. Price forecasting plays an important role in planning and managing economic operations related with the electrical power (bidding, trading) and other decisions related with load shedding and generation rescheduling. It is also useful for optimization in electrical energy trade. This paper explores an interbreed technique based on Support Vector Machine (SVM) and linear regression to predict the day ahead electricity price using historical data as a raw insert. Different 27 linear regression models are formed to create initial framework for forecasting engine. Comparison of the performance of different forecasting engines is carried out on the basis of error indices namely Mean Square Error (MSE), Sum Square Error (SSE) and other conventional error indices. A detailed explanation of linear regression system based model is presented and simulation results exhibit that the proposed learning method is able to forecast electricity price in an effective manner.
Volume: 2
Issue: 3
Page: 537-544
Publish at: 2016-06-01

Two Wheeled Robot Self Balancing Control Research

10.11591/ijeecs.v2.i3.pp617-624
Ni Dan , Jingfang Wang
According to movement balancing and position control problem of Self Balancing Two Wheeled Robot, a method based on H∞ Robust Control was proposed. We apply it onto the MIMO nonlinear model of robot, and simulated it in the MATLAB environment The simulation results shows that the robot can be balanced in fixed position well by this method, and also it have the ability to anti interference.
Volume: 2
Issue: 3
Page: 617-624
Publish at: 2016-06-01

Employment, Knowledge and Latrine Ownership as Risk Factors and Prediction Model of Diarrhea Incidence

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4780
Irfan Irfan , Sulansi Sulansi
Diarrhea is a leading cause of death ranked 3rd after Tuberculosis and Pneumonia in Indonesia. Diarrhea cases in NTT province and also in Kupang City is still high, with Pasir Panjang PHC in 2012 and 2013 ranked the top three, while Oepoi PHC always the lowest rank. This research was conducted to analyze the risk factors for the incidence of diarrhea and create a model equation to predict the diarrhea incidence. This observational analytic research using case control design. Samples with diarrhea cases were recorded in January - June 2015 in the register book Pasir Panjang PHC and Oepoi PHC taken by random sampling to obtain samples for cases 62 children of Diarrhea patient. The control samples are 62 children who are not registered as suffering from diarrhea in the month of June 2015, close to the patient’s house, and her mother or people who responsible to take care that children want as respondent. Data were obtained by interviews with the mothers of cases and controls using questionnaires and direct observation using a checklist. Data were analyzed using univariate, bivariate and multivariate logistic regression. There are three variables that significantly affect to the diarrhea incidence, namely employment, knowledge and latrine ownership and the most dominant variable influence that is knowledge (OR 4.353). The model equation Y = - 2.048 +1.153 employment + 1.483 knowledge + 1.480 latrine ownership with a percentage accuracy of the model in classifying observations is 68.5%.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 158-163
Publish at: 2016-06-01

The Prevalence of Alprazolam Uses in Geriatric Patients at Dr. Mohammad Hoesin Hospital Palembang

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4785
Yohanes Febrianto , Sutomo Tanzil , Theodorus Parulian
One of the most frequently prescribed drugs in geriatric patients is a benzodiazepine, especially a short-acting such as alprazolam. Unfortunately, alprazolam is oftenly used inappropriately because this drug has a short acting effect. Geriatric patients are more sensitive to this drug that can lead to the dependence. However, there is still lack of data on the use of this drug in geriatric patients. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of the use of alprazolam. A drug utilization study has been done for 2 months through analysis of patient’s medical records in the internal medicine ward at RSMH Palembang from June 1st, 2012 to May 31st, 2013. There were 25 out of 1634 patients receiving alprazolam, but only 23 patients whose data were obtained from the available medical records. Prevalence of alprazolam use was 1.408%. Based on gender, the prevalence was 1.798% in female and 1.09% in male patients. Proportion by age group was 91.3%, 8.7% and 0% in age group 60-74 years, 75-90 years and over 90 years, respectively. Based on the job, the population study comprised of the housewive (52.1%), unemployment (39.1%), and entrepreneur and farmer (4.3% together). The indication of usage was atheroscerotic heart disease, diarrhoea and gastroenteritis of presumed infectious origin, unspecified gastritis, and thyrotoxic heart disease. In other words, it could be said that the usage of alprazolam was inappropriate.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 193-200
Publish at: 2016-06-01

Accuration of Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy in Musculoskeletal Tumour

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4776
Rahadyan Magetsari , Hengkie Marseno , Zikrina Lanodiyu , Punto Dewo
Fine needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) has been reported to be the preferable choice of biopsy for musculoskeletal tumour. While FNAB appears to have advantages to core biopsy in the aspect of simplicity and cost, the diagnostic accuracy should be the most critical parameter in determining the choice of biopsy. This research was designed to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of fine needle aspiration in musculoskeletal tumour in Sardjito Hospital from 2010 until 2014. This was a descriptive study from medical record in Sardjito Hospital from 2010 until 2014. The inclusion criteria are musculoskeletal tumours in all age level that has been performed FNAB with subsequent operative treatment and confirmation of histopathology examination in Sardjito Hospital. There were 41 elligible subjects in this study. Concordance diagnosis of FNAB and histopathological examination in all musculoskeletal tumor cases was found to be 86%. In addition, the concordance in soft tissue tumor cases was 94% with the detail as follows: giant cell tumor was 86%, synovial sarcoma was 50% and liposarcoma was 50%. In bone tumours, the accuracy was found to be 60% with the detail as follows: distribute osteosarcoma was 60%, osteochondroma was 50% and chondrosarcoma was 50%. Our data showed that accuracy of FNAB for diagnosis of musculoskeletal tumours was 86% with soft tissue tumour 94%, bone tumour 60% and others 93%. Therefore, Fine needle aspiration biopsy is still important diagnosis tool in musculoskeletal tumours.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 134-136
Publish at: 2016-06-01

Model of Empowerment to Improve Autonomy Directly Observed Treatment (DOT) Tuberculosis Patients

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4781
Syamilatul Khariroh , Oedojo Soedirham , Hamidah Hamidah , Endang Abdullah
Empowerment as not yet optimal health promotion efforts done to enhance the autonomy of Directly Observed Treatment (DOT), which affect the success of the recovery of patients with pulmonary tuberculosis. The purpose of research was to develop a model empowerment based on Health Promotion and Health Literacy with approach to nursing intervention in an effort  enhance the autonomy of the DOT - pulmonary TB patients. The method was an observational analytic with cross sectional approach. Multistage random sampling was DOT-pulmonary TB patients to decide the district and simple random sampling was assigned to choose the participants, a total of 253 DOT- pulmonary TB patients new case with acid resistant bacilli positive on the advanced phase in this study. The study conducted in five districts in Surabaya City (center, north, south, east and west). Data were collected by questionnaire on variables namely personal, cognitive and affective, nursing intervention, commitment, family supports, health literacy and DOT- autonomy. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with LISREL is used for constructing predictive model. Result : This study found a new model which was developed based on combination of Health Promotion Model (HPM) and Health Literacy (HL). Statistical result confirm that personal, cognitive and affective, health literacy and family support considered as important factors in improving DOT-autonomy. Conclusion : DOT- autonomy will improve by considering four main factors, personal, cognitive and affective, health literacy, family support. This model can be adapted by District Health Office Surabaya City as the main actor regional health development. In addition, this model may become a reference for other district in improving their nursing intervention in community setting.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 164-169
Publish at: 2016-06-01

Periodontal Disease on Pregnant Women (Case Study: Pondok Labu Village, South Jakarta, Indonesia)

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4782
Rikawarastuti Rikawarastuti , Ngatemi Ngatemi , Nita Noviani Harahap
During preganancy, women periodically concern about ANC due to fetus growth, but ignore their own periodontal health. This research was conducted to acknowledge the effect of age, educational background, parity, body mass index (BMI), diabetes mellitus, smoking habit and oral hygiene with periodontal disease on pregnant women. Analytical observation study with cross sectional design was conducted to pregnant women in Pondok Labu Village (Kelurahan), South Jakarta. Purposive sampling was performed among 101 respondents. Chi Square and logistic regression were used for the analysis.  Results shown that periodontal disease on pregnant women were 73.2% (66.3% were calculus and 6.9% were having periodontal pocket of 4-5 mm). It is proven that there is relationship between age, educational background, parity, BMI, diabetes mellitus, and smoking habit to the periodontal disease. On the other hand, oral hygiene highly affected the periodontal disease on pregnant woman. Poor oral hygiene is the dominant factor of periodontal disease on pregnant women after being controlled by age (OR= 21.33, p value 0.005). It is advised for pregnant women to improve their knowledge on how to care for their oral hygiene prior to and during pregnancy, as well as, go through treatments with dentists.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 170-175
Publish at: 2016-06-01

Differences in Physical Activity and Built Environment Perceptions between Younger and Older Adults Living in The Same Rural

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4778
Charilaos Papadopoulos , Brent J Twaddle
This study examined associations between perceptions and physical activity of younger and older adults residing in the same rural/small town community.  Thirty-two adults completed interviews about their community and their physical activity.  Both groups perceived their neighborhood as pleasant and safe to be active. Fewer older adults perceived their neighborhood as having sidewalks. Younger adults reported being more vigorously active and they were more often utilizing private membership clubs for physical activity. Older adults utilized more public recreational facilities. These results suggest that higher perceived quality of the neighborhood built environment can enhance participation in moderate exercise in older adults.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 142-150
Publish at: 2016-06-01

The Reflection of Family Function and Premarital Sex Behavior on Art Community

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4783
Siti Nur Djannah , Bhisma Murti , Yayi Suryo Prabandari , Sapta Anantanyu
The premarital sex behavior in Indonesia based on SKRRI 2012 is a problem which requires the serious concern because it ensues unwanted pregnancy, then take the abortion and carries the venereal disease, therefore the teenager will lose their future. The risk factors related to premarital sex behavior affected by external factor such as the relationship between parents and adolescense. This is occurred in adolescenses who join in an art community of Jathilan, which is Paguyuban Turonggo Wiro Budoyo Wirobrajan Yogyakarta, where the management explains that the members do free sex and they can’t do the family function especially in educating the reproduction health for teenager. This research aims to find out the reflection of family function and reproduction health of and sex in teenager of TWB Community.This research is quantitative descriptive support by qualitative. The data collecting technique is purpose sampling. The research subject is Community members of Seni Jathilan Turongo Wiro Budoyo, total 47 members. The reflection of family function in teenager of TWB community member, majority of family don’t give the education function, affection function, protection function, and socialization function adolescense reproduction health, and the reflection teenager sex of TWB Community is majority doing free sex.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 176-182
Publish at: 2016-06-01

A Qualitative Impact Evaluation of the First Love Yourself (FLY) Women’s Support Group

10.11591/ijphs.v5i2.4774
Valerie Blackmon , Chalenna Cassell , Cathy G. McElderry , Olawunmi Obisesan
Research has shown that social support groups not only have significant effects on the physical and mental health of individuals, but can also be used as predictors of health outcomes. It is, therefore, important that social workers and other public health professionals are aware of the social support groups that exist in communities so as to find ways to utilize these to meet health needs. The study aims to explore the First Love Yourself (FLY) group, an empowerment-based support group specifically designed to meet the needs of Healthy Start consumers, parents and consortium members. A qualitative analysis of the data gathered from this focus group study yielded several key themes. While participants described finding other community resources helpful, they reported having no other outlet for confidential self-expression and connection to peers other than the FLY group. Group members also reported having improved self-esteem, relationships with their children, partners, and family, and ability to cope as a result of participation in the group. Participants further described gaining knowledge and learning skills that were helpful. This included learning parenting, communication, stress and anger management, budgeting, goal-setting and coping skills and techniques. Finally, qualitative analysis of the data gained from the focus group with participants and the group leader revealed the presence of all 11 curative factors described by Yalom (2005). The primary areas for improvement noted by the group and its leader were related to the frequency of group meetings. Both audiences indicated that additional sessions would be beneficial.
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Page: 123-128
Publish at: 2016-06-01
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