scholarly journals Nutritional management of Cavia porcellus L. in the Andes of Colombia

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 85-92
Author(s):  
Juan Leonardo Cardona Iglesias ◽  
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Diana Cristina Moreno Vargas ◽  
Diana Cristina Moreno Vargas ◽  
Luz Dary Carlosama Ojeda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nutritional Support ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Cavia Porcellus ◽  
The Andes ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Animal Feeding ◽  
L Systems ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Small Producers

The Cavia porcellus L. systems implemented by small producers in Colombia have been slow to apply the processes of development and incorporation of feeding practices and technology in nutritional support. The objective of this study was to determine the feeding practices and technology in nutritional support implemented and projected in the C. porcellus L. systems by the producers. Four components were evaluated in 404 C. porcellus L. units and 29 focus groups: demography, identification of the production unit, implemented feeding practices, technology in nutrition and feeding, and the C. porcellus L. producers' perspectives. A Pearson Chi-squared test, a Tukey’s T-test, and a Multiple Linear Regression were used to evaluate the differences between regions using SPSS software version 20. The average area of C. porcellus L. -producing units corresponded to 0.35 ha (Nariño) and 0.17 ha (Putumayo). The predominant food base was forage (67%) produced on the farm (83%). There were significant differences between regions, with a p < 0.05 in food base, forage cultivation area, forage conservation feeding practices, type of fertilization, and the group of animals supplemented. The use of technology such as feed based on kitchen waste and supplements was used by producers in the Putumayo region (p > 0.05) most frequently. Our data show that C. porcellus L. systems in the study area not only have a high potential in the diversity of the forage supplements that makes up the diets but also in the development and implementation of feeding practices and technology in nutrition and animal feeding.

scholarly journals BEHAVIOURAL ANALYSIS IN THE VILLAGE FUND SYSTEM USING THE UTAUT METHOD

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 68
Author(s):  
Khoirul Fuad ◽  
Nurrokhmahwati Nurrokhmahwati ◽  
Retno Tri Handayani
Keyword(s):  
Financial Management ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Performance Expectations ◽  
Behavioural Analysis ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Village Government ◽  
The Village

The information system aims to simplify, accelerate, and be responsible. The behavior in the use of technology is an essential part of achieving good village financial management using the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) approach. The population of this research is all village government offices in Tegal Regency. This research is a quantitative study with primary data and a convenience sampling method. This research sample is village apparatus that is directly related to the village fund system (SISKEUDES). Meanwhile, the data analysis of this study uses SPSS software. The test results show that performance expectations negatively affect business expectations, social influences, and conditions that facilitate a positive and significant impact.

scholarly journals Self-medication practice and associated factors among adults in Gorgan, north of Iran

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Shokrzadeh ◽  
Reza Hoseinpoor ◽  
Danial Jafari ◽  
Jafar Jalilian ◽  
Yaghoub Shayeste
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medication Practice ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Important Concern ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
North Of Iran ◽  
Spss Software

Background and Purpose: Self-medication is an important concern in every part of the world. The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence and to investigate the associate factors of self-medication among adults in Gorgan, north of Iran.  Materials and Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out among adults aged 12 years and above who were residents in Gorgan city. The participants were selected using the multi-stage cluster sampling method. SPSS Software and Pearson's chi-squared test were used for data analysis. Results: A total of 592 households with 2050 respondents were visited. The prevalence of self-medication was 67.9%. A larger number of females were self-medicating (71.3%) than males (63.5%). The majority of the respondents self-medicated because of the previous use experience (59.3%). The main indication for self-medication use was headache (60.8%).  Analgesics were the most commonly self-medicated by the respondents (83.9%). Also, 88.6% of the respondents prepared their drug from drugstores. Furthermore, there were significant differences between self-medication and demographics characteristics including gender, age group, marital status, occupation, education level and income (p<0.05). Conclusion: The prevalence of self-medication especially with analgesics is relatively high among adult city-dwellers in Gorgan. So, preventive measures, such as strengthening of the communities awareness on the side effects of self-medication practice and regulation of pharmacies are very important mechanisms to decrease the practice. 

scholarly journals The Effect of Foot Reflexology on Amnesia in Patients Undergoing Electroconvulsive Therapy: A Randomized Clinical Trial

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-21
Author(s):  
Hossein Namdar Areshtanab ◽  
Saeed Alinejad Machiani ◽  
Hossein Ebrahimi ◽  
Parvin Sarbakhsh ◽  
Sakineh Goljarian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Olive Oil ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Invasive Technique ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
And Control

Abstract Introduction:Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the oldest procedure among the early biological treatments introduced in psychiatry. However, the most debated and treatment-limiting adverse effect of ECT is amnesia. Therefore, due to the restriction of the use of drugs to manage amnesia in patients undergoing ECT, the present study investigated the effect of reflexology on amnesia. Methods:In this randomized controlled trial, 68 patients who met the inclusion criteria were randomly allocated to intervention and control groups. The intervention group received foot reflexology with olive oil 20 minutes a day for 3 days, while the control group was given a gentle foot rub with olive oil 20 minutes a day for 3 days. The amnesia rate of all patients was measured by the Galveston Orientation and Amnesia Test (GOAT) 30 minutes after the end of ECT. The data were analyzed using SPSS software version 11.5 and t-test, chi-squared test, and repeated measures ANOVA. Results:The results showed that reflexology significantly increased recalling scores in the intervention group compared to the control group. Foot reflexology seems to be effective in managing amnesia in patients after ECT. Conclusion:Foot reflexology, as a relatively simple, inexpensive, and non-invasive technique with few side effects, can be used to manage amnesia in patients after ECT.

Exploring the Use of Instructional Technology: A Survey of Academics at Two Nigerian Universities

Mousaion ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Adefunke Olanike Alabi ◽  
Stephen Mutula
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Technology ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Instructional Delivery ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Instructional Technologies ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Technology In Teaching ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Spss Software

The article reports empirical research findings on the use of instructional technology among Nigerian academics for effective instructional delivery. Using a quantitative approach, 267 questionnaires were distributed to academics from two purposively selected Nigerian universities in the South West geopolitical zone. A total of 215 questionnaires (80.5%) were returned and found useful for data analysis. The data were analysed with SPSS software to generate both descriptive and inferential statistics. The results indicated that various types of instructional technologies are used by academics for lecture preparation, presentation and communication. The findings also revealed that digital literacy skills and the use of instructional technology were positively related (R = 0.289). The variable digital literacy skills accounted for 7.9 per cent of the total variance in technology use (R2 = 0.079). The result indicates a positive relationship between digital literacy skills and technology. The article concludes that academic libraries, being the nerve centre of the institutions which they serve, should accept responsibility for fostering the extensive use of technology in teaching in the academia. Therefore, librarians should develop and implement initiatives that will help Nigerian academics imbibe such a culture at institutional level.

scholarly journals Trauma quality indicators: a way to identify attention points in the treatment of elderly trauma patients

2020 ◽  
Vol 47 ◽  
Author(s):  
PEDRO DE SOUZA LUCARELLI-ANTUNES ◽  
LUCA GIOVANNI ANTONIO PIVETTA ◽  
JOSÉ GUSTAVO PARREIRA ◽  
JOSÉ CÉSAR ASSEF
Keyword(s):  
Quality Indicators ◽  
Treatment Time ◽  
Acute Subdural Hematoma ◽  
Fracture Treatment ◽  
Trauma Patients ◽  
Abdominal Bleeding ◽  
Statistical Relevance ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Elderly Trauma Patients

ABSTRACT Purpose: to trauma quality indicators as a tool to identify opportunities of improvement in elderly trauma patient’s’ treatment. Methods: prospective analysis of data collected between 2014-2015, and stored in the iTreg software (by Ecossistemas). Trauma victims, aged older than 60 years and trauma quality indicators were assessed, based on those supported by SBAIT in 2013: (F1) Acute subdural hematoma drainage after 4 hours from admission, in patients with GCS<9; (F2) emergency room transference without definitive airway and GCS <9; (F3) Re-intubation within 48 hours from extubation; (F4) Admission-laparotomy time greater than 60 min. in hemodynamically uinstable patients with abdominal bleeding; (F5) Unprogrammed reoperation; (F6) Laparotomy after 4 hours from admission; (F7) Unfixed femur diaphyseal fracture; (F8) Non-operative treatment for abdominal gunshot; (F9) Admission-tibial exposure fracture treatment time greater than 6 hours; (F10) Surgery after 24 from admission. The indicators, treatments, adverse effects and deaths were analyzed, using the SPSS software, and the chi-squared and Fisher tests were used to calculate the statistical relevance. Results: from the 92 cases, 36 (39,1%) had complications and 15 (16,3%) died. The adequate use of quality indicator’s were substantially different among those who survived (was of 12%) compared to those who died (55,6%). The incidence of complications was of 77,8% (7/9) in patients with compromised indicators and 34,9% (28/83) in those without (p=0.017). Conclusions: trauma quality indicators are directly related with the occurrence of complications and deaths, in elderly trauma patients.

scholarly journals Factors Affecting the Use of Andragogical Principles in Adult Education Programs in Lagos State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-34
Author(s):  
Tewo V. Bakare
Keyword(s):  
Adult Education ◽  
National Development ◽  
Adult Educators ◽  
Education Programs ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Lagos State ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Andragogical Principles

The argument that adults deserve to be treated differently in the teaching/learning milieu has been brought to the forefront by many researchers and adult educators, spearheaded by Malcolm Knowles’ notion of andragogy.   Knowles asserted that adults require certain conditions to learn.   Generally, literature has also supported the idea that teaching adults should be approached differently from that of adolescents. There are several adult education programs in the Lagos State of Nigeria. This study examined the level of awareness of, and factors that affect the use of andragogical principles in these programs; facilitators and learners’ perception of their roles in teaching/learning, as well as method used. Some 361 participants from six different Adult Education programs and 132 facilitators were used for the study. Interviews and Sit-in-observations, together with the questionnaire, were used to gather data. Chi-squared statistical analysis revealed that facilitators were mostly aware of, but did not make use of andragogical principles in helping adults to learn due to several factors. Suggestions made for improvement include that appropriate training for adult educators be encouraged, as well as expanded use of technology to facilitate adult learning towards national development.

scholarly journals The influence of Internet of Things on employee’s engagement among generation Y at the workplace

2018 ◽  
Vol 56 ◽  
pp. 03003
Author(s):  
Nur ‘Izzah Mohamad Nor ◽  
Lawrence Arokiasamy ◽  
Rani Ann Balaraman
Keyword(s):  
Internet Of Things ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Employee Engagement ◽  
Generation Y ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Effort Expectancy ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
Facilitating Conditions

This study provides the analysis of the influences Internet of Things (IoT) have towards employee engagement among generation Y in the workplace. Due to the declining levels of engagement among employees, especially among generation Y, a study of the influences towards the engagement levels are crucial. IoT is used for our daily activities thus, it acts as an influencer. Using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), United Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) and employee engagement model, the conceptual model for the research is developed. A total of 384 respondents are targeted for the research. The responses will be analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Software. The aspects of performance expectancy of IoT, effort expectancy of IoT, facilitating conditions for IoT, attitude towards using IoT and the perceived enjoyment towards IoT are the focus of this research. The use of IoT has a mediating role in the model. The research will contribute towards the development and performances of organizations.

scholarly journals Offspring defense by an urban raptor responds to human subsidies and ritual animal-feeding practices

PLoS ONE ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (10) ◽  
pp. e0204549 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nishant Kumar ◽  
Qamar Qureshi ◽  
Yadvendradev V. Jhala ◽  
Andrew G. Gosler ◽  
Fabrizio Sergio
Keyword(s):  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Animal Feeding

scholarly journals Review of the feed industry from a historical perspective and implications for its future

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Coffey ◽  
K. Dawson ◽  
P. Ferket ◽  
A. Connolly
Keyword(s):  
Historical Perspective ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Nutrient Balance ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Traditional Use ◽  
Feed Industry ◽  
History Of ◽  
Animal Feeding ◽  
Complete History

SummaryThe history of the feed industry is pertinent in terms of understanding how and why certain practices have evolved. Some of these practices have been superseded by modern, more natural alternatives, for example the traditional use of antibiotics in feed. In other cases, such as inorganic minerals, more natural versions akin to those found in plant and animal materials are available, although these new initiatives are still being taken up globally. Research continues to increase our knowledge and understanding of nutrient balance and digestion, and in some species this is more advanced than others. The following paper represents the first complete history of the feed industry, its major milestones, and projects how it might continue to utilise new technology developments to improve animal feeding practices.

Third-Molar Agenesis among Patients from the East Anatolian Region of Turkey

2010 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 33-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatih Kazanci ◽  
Mevlut Celikoglu ◽  
Ozkan Miloglu ◽  
Husamettin Oktay
Keyword(s):  
Third Molar ◽  
Third Molars ◽  
Congenital Deformities ◽  
Third Molar Agenesis ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chi Squared ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Molar Teeth ◽  
Spss Software ◽  
The Right

Abstract Aim The aim of this study was to determine the frequency and distribution of third-molar agenesis in orthodontic patients from the East Anatolian Region of Turkey. Methods and Materials Our data were obtained from the panoramic radiographs of the 2,579 patients 12 to 16 years of age in the Department of Orthodontics at the Atatürk University in Erzurum, Turkey. Subjects with congenital deformities, such as a cleft palate, were excluded from the study. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS software and a chi-squared test. Results Of the 2,579 subjects, 1,964 (76.2 percent) had all four third-molar teeth, 238 (9.2 percent) had three, 214 (8.3 percent) had two, 66 (2.6 percent) had one third molar, and 97 (3.8 percent) had agenesis of all third-molar teeth. There was no significant difference in agenesis of third-molar teeth between the right and left sides and no gender predilection was noted. However, significantly more third-molar teeth were found to be missing from the maxilla compared to the mandible, with a ratio of approximately 1.5:1. Conclusion According to our results, the absence of one third molar is the most frequently detected pattern in the East Anatolian population. Additionally, the absence of third molars is more frequent in the maxilla than the mandible. Clinical Significance To date no information about third-molar agenesis in the East Anatolian population from Turkey is documented. This is believed to be the first known study on this subject in this population. Citation Kazanci F, Celikoglu M, Miloglu O, Oktay H. Third-Molar Agenesis among Patients from the East Anatolian Region of Turkey. J Contemp Dent Pract [Internet]. 2010 July; 11(4):033-040. Available from: http://www.thejcdp. com/journal/view/volume11-issue4-kazanci

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