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Holistic characterization analysis of tar waste content from gasification process at Surakarta landfill

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24391
Putu Elsa Purnama Rahayu , Siti Rachmawati , Prabang Setyono
Surakarta is facing serious problems related to waste management at the Putri Cempo landfill. PT. Solo Citra Metro Plasma Power with the Surakarta city government built a waste power plant installation with gasification technology. Tar waste is a gasification liquid product that is dangerous if not managed. This study aimed to determine the heavy metal content and toxicity level of gasified tar waste using the atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS) and lethal dose-50 (LD50) acute toxicity test. The parameters of heavy metals tested are lead (Pb), copper (Cu), iron (Fe), zinc (Zn), and total chromium (Cr). In the LD50 test, the animals were divided into 5 groups, namely 1 control group and 4 groups with doses of 0.50 mL, 1 mL, 2 mL, and 4 mL. The results showed that the tar contained 17.4 mg/L of iron, 3.5 mg/L of zinc, and <0.01 mg/L of lead, copper, and chromium. Acute toxicity tests did not cause death in the animals but still showed toxic symptoms, so the LD50 value is declared pseudo. The content of some heavy metals in tar is within safe limits and the level of toxicity is relatively harmless.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1952-1959
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition criteria for predicting surgical site infection in elective laparotomy patients

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24175
Pauline Octaviani , Yohannessa Wulandari , Febiansyah Ibrahim , Diyah Eka Andayani
Laparotomy surgery patients are at risk for complication including surgical site infections (SSI) which are associated with high morbidity and mortality. Malnutrition has been identified as a risk factor for the occurrence of SSI but preoperative malnutrition identification remains low. The Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) has published a new, practical, and easily applicable definition of malnutrition. This study aims to evaluate whether malnutrition according to GLIM criteria is a predictor of SSI in elective laparotomy patients. This prospective cohort study involved 123 subjects aged 18-65 years undergoing elective laparotomy, without diabetes history. Their malnutrition status was assessed using GLIM criteria with bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) to evaluate muscle mass. A total 62 subjects were categorized into the malnutrition group and the remaining into nonmalnutrition group and then monitored for the presence of SSI up to 10 days postoperatively. SSI occurred in 13.8% of the subjects. The analysis showed a strong association between malnutrition and SSI in elective post laparotomy (RR 4.6; 95%CI 1.4-15.1; p=0.005). Malnutrition according to GLIM criteria is a significant predictor of SSI in elective post laparotomy patients.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1895-1902
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Effect of combining oketani and oxytocin massage towards breast milk production: a quasi-experimental study

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24609
Adinda Putri Sari Dewi , Kusumastuti Kusumastuti
Challenges in achieving exclusive breastfeeding often emerge during the initial days when complete establishment of breast milk production may not occur. In this vulnerable period, infants might receive supplementary foods or drinks, creating barriers to exclusive breastfeeding. This study seeks to integrate oketani and oxytocin massage with a suggestive approach to evaluate their impact on breast milk production among mothers. Employing a quasi-experimental design with a pre-post-test control group, the research focuses on postpartum mothers at PKU Muhammadiyah Gombong Hospital, with a sample size of 60 respondents chosen through purposive sampling. Demographic data and observation sheets were utilized to document breast milk production before and after the intervention. Data analysis involved Mann-Whitney and Wilcoxon tests. The study revealed a significant difference between pre- and post-intervention phases within the intervention group (p-value <0.005), indicating noteworthy changes following the implementation of oketani and oxytocin massages. The interventions demonstrated potential in enhancing breast softness, nipple and areola elasticity, and overall milk production, offering valuable insights into non-pharmacological approaches for supporting breastfeeding.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1881-1887
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Influence of behavioral and genetic variables on the prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus in middle-aged monks of Thailand

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24510
Utane Hakaew , Chutikan Sakphisutthikul , Wongsa Laohasiriwong , Pittaya Thammawongsa , Roshan Kumar Mahato
Diabetes mellitus (DM) and its associated complications present a major health problem for the Thai people, including Buddhist monks. This study aimed to identify the influence of behavioural and genetic variables on the prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus in middle-aged monks of Thailand. The study analyzed data from the health data centre of the Department of Public Health, Thailand, focusing on middle-aged monks in 76 provinces across 12 regions. The study recruited 6,408 Thai monks who met inclusion and exclusion criteria between October 2015-November 2019. Multivariable analysis was performed using a generalized linear mixed model, with adjusted odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals reported at a significance level of 0.05. Our study found that among the middle-aged monks of Thailand, 7.12% (95% CI: 6.49-7.78) had diabetes mellitus out of a total of 6,408. The results of our multivariable analysis showed that the following factors were associated with diabetes mellitus in monks of Thailand: respondents’ body mass index (BMI) ≥30 kg/m2 (AOR=4.26, 95% CI: 3.08-5.90, p-value <0.001), respondents with a family history of DM (AOR=3.37, 95% CI: 2.52-4.81, p-value<0.001), and respondent’s age ranges of 55-59 (AOR=2.87, 95% CI: 2.26-3.84, p-value<0.001), respectively. Diabetes millatus is significantly associated with the respondents who were obese, aged, and had a family history of DM. Therefore, a regular DM screening program as well as a timely health monitoring system for monks will enhance the diabetes control program in reducing the DM burden in Thailand.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1530-1537
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Intervention programme to improve emotional regulation among adolescent with mental disorders: a systematic review

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24538
Siti Kholifah , Siti Khuzaimah Ahmad Sharoni , Ah Yusuf
Adolescence is an important period for developing social and emotional habits that are important for mental well-being. This research aimed to know the effectiveness of intervention programs to improve emotional regulation in adolescents with mental disorders. Preparation using the PICO approach, determination of inclusion and exclusion criteria, and a literature review of scientific English articles published between 2016 and 2023 were conducted. Data were obtained from the SCOPUS, Science Direct, SpringerLink, ProQuest, and SAGE databases. Assessment of the title, abstract, and full text of the article with the keywords "Adolescent," "Child," "Teenager," "Emotion regulation," "Emotion exposure," "Intervention," "Mental Disorders," "Randomised Control Trial." The systematic review report was reviewed critically to ensure that all PRISMA steps and items were included. Nine articles met the inclusion criteria. The choice of programs and methods of intervention may vary depending on the specific mental disorders and individual needs of adolescents. Nursing interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, group therapy, support groups, and school-based programs, are widely used to manage and treat mental health disorders with the aim of improving well-being and recovery. The effectiveness of intervention programs varies, and selection should consider adolescent needs, resources, and cultural contexts. Consulting mental health professionals or organizations is recommended.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1749-1756
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Cultural diversity and leadership styles in Malaysia’s corporate sector

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24427
Suriya Kumareswaran Vallasamy , Elilen Chandrapragasan , Harivanandan Muthu , Kartig Subramaniam , Deepakk Nair
In an era marked by globalization and heightened competition, this study delves into how sociodemographic factors such as age, gender, education, and work experience influence leadership styles, crucial for achieving organizational objectives. Employing the leadership behaviour questionnaire on 336 predominantly educated, male professionals of Indian descent in Malaysia's corporate sector, the research evaluates task and relationship orientations in leadership. The findings highlight a significant prevalence of both task-oriented and relationship-oriented leadership behaviours. Intriguingly, there is a positive correlation between higher education, age, work experience, and relationship orientation, while education and salary predominantly affect task-oriented leadership. A notable discovery is the positive interplay between task and relationship orientations, suggesting their complementary nature. The study concludes that a balanced, multifaceted leadership approach, fostering both efficiency and employee welfare, is vital. It underscores the impact of educational and professional growth on leadership skills and the necessity of diverse leadership styles for optimal organizational performance, offering key insights for leadership development in varied settings.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1888-1894
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Factors of susceptibility to online romance scam in Malaysia: unraveling the complex pathways

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.23669
Evi Kurniasari Purwaningrum , Yi Ming Ho , Diana Imawati , Kususanto Ditto Prihadi , Mansor Abu Talib
In this cross-sectional study, we delve into the multifaceted realm of online scam victimization by investigating a diverse array of individual factors that may predispose adults to fall prey to online scams. The central objective of this research is to ascertain the strongest predictor among the following variables: loneliness and the sense of mattering and to elucidate the moderating effect of social media engagement (SME) on the relationship between these predictors and online romantic scam (ORS) susceptibility (OSS). A sample of 380 adults aged 18 to 65 years (M=33.4) participated in this study to respond to demographic questionnaires and scales of the respective variable. The results suggested that the direct effect of relationship satisfaction on ORS susceptibility is not significant without the serial mediation roles of loneliness and mattering at a high level of SME. Further implications, limitations, and suggestions are discussed.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 2053-2060
Publish at: 2024-12-01

A systematic review of multi-level intervention to enhance the quality of life patient with human immunodeficiency virus

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.23936
Gusti Ayu Krisma Yuntari , I Made Ady Wirawan , Ni Nyoman Sri Budayanti , Putu Eka Arimbawa
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) are still challenges worldwide. Improvement in quality of life (QoL) is crucial for HIV-infected people. The QoL of HIV-infected patients has been improved by the use of multilevel interventions in various circumstances. This study evaluates the evidence for interventions that target the quality of life of persons with HIV. A systematic review was performed according to the PRISMA guidelines. Science Direct, the Cochrane Library database, and Pubmed were also searched. Three independent reviewers extracted the data. Searches were conducted for articles published from 2013 to 2023. Searching procedures and data abstraction techniques were standardized. The 27 research examined the effects of interventions on HIVinfected people's quality of life. China is the most frequently mentioned country in the 27 studies, appearing as the setting in 8 (29.6%). Following South Africa (14.8%), New York (11.11%) and Kenya (7.4%) were the next most often mentioned countries. For analysis purposes, the interventions used in the 27 reviewed studies were classified into three main categories: individual intervention, family-community intervention, and health service intervention. Significant intervention innovations in quality-of-life research combining several interventions, including individual, family, community, and health system intervention, show the most promising results
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1757-1768
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Exploring fertility differentials between tea and ex-tea garden laborers of Assam

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24364
Lipika Kalita , Hari K. Choudhury
Addressing the issue of high fertility rates among tea garden laborers in Assam is critical due to its adverse effects on the health of both mothers and children, diminished investment in human capital, stunted economic growth, and exacerbated environmental challenges. To effectively tackle this challenge, we need to delve into two key questions: What perpetuates high fertility rates, and how can we mitigate them? The solution lies in a comprehensive analysis of the immediate and underlying factors influencing fertility. Fertility is a multifaceted demographic phenomenon influenced by both direct and indirect determinants. In this study, we investigate the impact of various proximate and distant factors on fertility among two groups: The tea garden labor community in Assam and the ex-tea garden labor community, comprising individuals who have transitioned to other forms of employment. Our research identifies significant factors such as wife's age at marriage, breastfeeding duration, educational attainment, family size, duration of married life, child mortality, respondent category, and wife's occupational status that affect fertility levels in Assam's tea garden community. The study's findings indicate the need for implementing targeted family planning and reproductive health education programs within tea garden communities. These programs should offer comprehensive information and resources to assist individuals in making informed decisions regarding family size and reproductive health.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1855-1863
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Pre-clinical experiences among nursing students of reputable Islamic university in the capital city of Indonesia

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.22874
Jamaludin Jamaludin , Mutiara Eka Rahmanda , Handono Fatkhur Rahman
Clinical trainings were employed in the nursing sciences in order to provide student’s experiences in applying nursing care according to the theory. They required to accomplish some competencies depending on their study levels. Students would also experience the possible barriers and challenge during clinical trainings. However, there were limited number of research which explored these experiences, especially in nursing students. This study aimed to explore the experiences of nursing students in performing fundamental nursing pre-clinical activities. This research conducted qualitative study with phenomenological approach. This study involved 5 nursing students according to inclusive criteria. Data collection method used in-depth interview techniques. The obtained data were analysed further using Colaizzi test. The collected data identified six themes of student’s experiences, such as student’s understanding about pre-clinic, their experiences during preclinic, theoretical gaps with hospital procedures, some barriers in clinical practice, student’s expectation, and obtained support during pre-clinic trainings. Pre-clinical trainings allowed nursing students to gain various medical experience and knowledge regarding nursing care. They could implement and compare the nursing theory with actual conditions in the hospital and society living. This topic needed to assess further about the benefits of pre-clinic trainings.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1924-1929
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Multidrug resistant tuberculosis risk factors in Makassar, Indonesia

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24753
Siti Latifah Burhan , Wahiduddin Wahiduddin , Ida Leida Maria , M Nadjib Bustan , Lalu Muhammad Saleh , Balqis Balqis
Multidrug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) is a significant public health concern in Indonesia, resulting in substantial morbidity and mortality rates. This study aimed to quantify the impact of risk factors of MDR-TB. A case-control study was conducted at Makassar Community Lung Health Center (BBKPM) in Makassar City. A total of 132 respondents, 66 cases, and 66 controls have participated in the study. Data was analyzed using the Stata version 14 tool, odds ratio (OR), and multiple logistic regression. Multiple logistic regression analysis identified significant risk factors for the occurrence of MDR-TB include previous TB treatment (OR=8.46, 95% CI: 3.278-21.858), positive acid-fast bacilli (AFB) sputum (OR=6.40, 95% CI: 2.525-16.260), and adverse drug event (OR=3.45, 95% CI: 1.008-11.867). The probability of developing MDR-TB is 95.9% if there is previous TB treatment with cases of relapse/loss to follow-up/failed treatment, positive AFB sputum, and adverse drug event. The most dominant risk factor for the occurrence of MDR-TB is a previous TB treatment. We suggest that an efficient directly observed treatment shortcourse (DOTS) strategy, particularly in the management of adverse drug event, overseeing and supporting patients who have recovered from MDR-TB, involves the collaboration of MDR-TB healthcare professionals and patient supporters in the Yamali TB community, moving synergistically as an effort to MDR-TB control and prevention.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1656-1663
Publish at: 2024-12-01

The impact of COVID-19 on dengue cases in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24454
Ajeng Rahastri , Sulistyawati Sulistyawati
The WHO declared the COVID-19 pandemic on March 11, 2020, impacting infectious disease surveillance in low-resource, low-income countries, low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Governments are focusing on COVID-19 reduction, including healthcare workers and epidemiological teams. A comprehensive literature review was conducted to assess this impact. After examining over 19,000 studies, only six were found to provide relevant data. Our analysis revealed that the pandemic substantially affected dengue incidence. The total number of articles obtained was 19,382. Out of the 136 articles screened based on their abstracts, only six were selected for data extraction. The databases utilized in this article were Pubmed and NCBI. Based on the chosen papers, we discovered that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a notable impact on the occurrence of dengue compared to the period before the pandemic emerged. The occurrence of dengue varied in several nations, such as Peru, Brazil, Sri Lanka, India, and Malaysia. This variation can be attributed to factors such as reliance on traditional approaches, for example community health volunteers in epidemiological investigations. Additionally, misdiagnoses by healthcare professionals due to the similarity of symptoms with COVID-19 have been reported during the pandemic. While the prevalence of dengue fever cases has generally declined in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), one country has experienced an increased case. This trend is possibly linked to heightened pandemic surveillance and changes in mosquito populations. To improve monitoring and surveillance, a digital approach is proposed.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1560-1567
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Self-reported worry and action among Vietnamese citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021: latent class analysis

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24101
Hung Pham Quoc , Son Dao Anh , Tung Pham Anh
Describe the prevalence of and factors associated with self-reported worry and actions of Vietnamese citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021. A secondary data analysis was implemented using a cross-sectional survey conducted in 2021 among 447 adults living in Hanoi City from July to December 2021 and Ho Chi Minh City from May to October 2021. The hidden layers assessment results retained the 3-class model as the best-fitting one in the study. In this model, 28.4% of participants were in Class 2 - "Low Self-reported Worry and Moderate Action" group, 45.9% of the participants were classified into Class 1-"Moderate Self-reported Worry and Low Action" group, and 25.7% in Class 3 - "High Self-reported Worry and High Action" group. The multinomial logistics model showed that worrying about losing the house because of COVID-19 makes the expected participation risk of staying in latent class 1 lower for subjects high in latent class 3 (p<0.05). Our study identified the latent classes of self-protection action and awareness among Vietnamese citizens. The associated factor that impacted the classes was the fear of losing a house.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1641-1646
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Indications and findings of upper gut endoscopy in pediatric patients

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.24340
Annisa' Hasanah , Tara Mandiricha
Children undergoing more gastrointestinal endoscopies without the necessary indications risk serious adverse effects. Therefore, upper GI (UGI) endoscopy examination requires selective indications to minimize the risk of unnecessary use of UGI endoscopy. This study aimed to analyze the indications for endoscopy based on the main UGI complaints in pediatric patients at Dr. Saiful Anwar General Hospital Malang. A retrospective analysis of the first diagnostic endoscopy in children was conducted between July 2022 to July 2023 at Dr. Saiful Anwar General Hospital Malang. Among 60 patients were included with an age of 0-15 years old; 51.7% were boys and 48.3% were girls. The results showed recurrent abdominal pain (RAP) as the primary cause of UGI endoscopic indications (38.3%), followed by blood vomiting (33.3%), acute abdominal pain (21.6%), and prolonged vomiting (6.66%). In conclusion, recurrent abdominal pain in children is the most typical reason for upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, and persistent gastritis is the most typical underlying condition.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 1803-1808
Publish at: 2024-12-01

Assessing community pharmacists' thoughts on telepharmacy in Bali province

10.11591/ijphs.v13i4.21536
I Gusti Ayu Rai Widowati , Ni Putu Aryati Suryaningsih , Ida Ayu Manik Partha Sutema , Ketut Agus Adrianta
Telepharmacy describes the use of technology in interactions between pharmacists and patients. Given that telepharmacy is the most recent development in the delivery of digital pharmacy services, the question of how prepared pharmacists are to provide high-quality services frequently comes up and receives attention. The purpose of this study was to determine the viewpoints of pharmacists in telepharmacy services. From February to April 2023, a cross-sectional survey was done using a Google form. The study population included 111 pharmacists in charge of network pharmacies in Bali Province. Their thoughts were assessed using a credible and reliable questionnaire created by the researchers. The questions were split into two sections: a professional demographic items, and a section describing the perspectives, benefits, and challenges of telepharmacy. To get a more detailed or comprehensive response, open-ended questions were added. In general, especially during a pandemic, pharmacists were aware of being involved in remote services (non-face-to-face interaction) and telepharmacy services. This study makes clear that pharmacists' involvement is essential for creating a long-distance relationship between them and their patients. Therefore, pharmacists should learn how crucial communication is to increase patient satisfaction.
Volume: 13
Issue: 4
Page: 2017-2023
Publish at: 2024-12-01
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