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Diabetes Mellitus: A Global Health Concern Rising in Bangladesh

Abstract Not Available Journal of Current and Advance Medical Research, July 2023;10(2):47-48

Incidence of Polytrauma in the Casualty Emergency Department of a Tertiary Care Hospital in Dhaka City

Background: Polytrauma is a public health problem in every country. Objective: The purpose of the present study was to assess the incidence of Polytrauma in the Casualty Emergency Department of a tertiary care hospital in Dhaka city. Methodology: This cross-sectional study was carried out in the casualty of Emergency Department of Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh. The patients who were admitted from January 2014 to December 2014 were included in this study. This study includes all the patients with polytrauma, most of whom underwent laparotomy or other types of surgery like suprapubic cystostomy, amputation, surgical toileting, chest drainage, but a small number was managed with non-operative approach. Immediately after admission, the patients were subjected to resuscitation, primary survey and history taking including pre-hospital retrieval. A tabulated sheet of questionnaire was given to all the patients and answer was taken by conversation and examination. Results: A total number of 100 patients were recruited for this study. The mean age with SD of the study population was 33.5±12.5 with the range of 3 to 67 years. The male female ratio is 7.33:1. The victims of polytrauma sustained their injury from different kinds of trauma. Out of hundred cases with polytrauma, road traffic accidents was the most common cause which included motor vehicle accident, pedestrian and motor cycle accident and resulted in a total of 63 casualty occupying 63% of the entire series. Polytrauma resulted fall from height occurred in 10 (10%) cases. Stab injury caused polytrauma in 5 (5%) cases. Conclusion: In conclusion majority of the study population is young adult with the predominance of male presented with road traffic accident. Journal of Current and Advance Medical Research, July 2023;10(2):60-64

Compare the Need of Additional Uterotonic Drugs for the Control of Post-Partum Hemorrhage after Caesarean Section

Background: Management of Post-Partum hemorrhage is very crucial among women after Caesarean Section. Objective: The purpose of the present study was to compare the need of additional uterotonic drugs for the control of post-partum hemorrhage among women after Caesarean Section. Methodology: This randomized controlled trial was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), Dhaka, Bangladesh from July 2015 to December 2015 for a period of six months. Pregnant women diagnosed on the standard criteria admitted in BSMMU, Dhaka, Bangladesh were selected as study population by consecutive type of sampling. Randomization was performed according to computer generated simple random sampling method. An Uterotonic was an agent used to induce contraction or greater tonicity of the uterus. Then the patients were monitored per operatively and post operatively. All the information was recorded in data collection sheet. Main outcome variables were estimated blood loss. Results: A total number of 96 pregnant women were recruited for this study of which 48 cases were enrolled in group I and the rest of 48 case were enrolled in group II. The mean age with SD of the group I and group II were 24.4±4.7 years and 24.7±3.7 years. Before administration of drug, 44(91.7%) patients had well contracted uterus in group I and 41(85.4%) in group II. At 30 minutes after caesarean section, 48(100.0%) patients had well contracted uterine tone in group I and 47(97.9%) in group II. At 12 and 24 hours after caesarean section, 48(100.0%) patients had well contracted uterine tone in group I and group II respectively. The difference was not statistically significant (p>0.05) between two groups. Four (8.3%) patients need additional utero tonic in group I and 7(14.6%) in group II. The difference was not statistically significant (p>0.05) between two groups. In primary PPH of the study patients, it was observed that 2(4.2%) patients had primary PPH in group I and 6(12.5%) in group II. The difference was not statistically significant (p>0.05) between two groups. Conclusion: In conclusion, additional uterotonic drugs are needed for the control of post-partum hemorrhage among women after Caesarean Section. Journal of Current and Advance Medical Research, July 2023;10(2):53-59

Decree With Legislative Content in Comparative Constitutional Law

This study examines the regulation of Emergency and Urgency Decrees (DNU) in various international constitutions to identify common patterns and differences among them. The research aims to conduct a comparative analysis of DNU regulations in various international constitutions, identifying common patterns, similarities, and differences. The primary focus is to understand how different countries regulate the use of DNUs, including approval procedures, material limitations, and legislative oversight mechanisms. This study employs normative juridical research with a statutory and comparative approach. The countries compared in this study include the United Kingdom, the United States, Paraguay, Prussia, Austria, Spain, Italy, Sweden, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, and Argentina. The data used are secondary data comprising primary legal materials, including the constitutions of the respective countries and their statutory regulations. Secondary legal materials consist of research articles and journals, while tertiary legal materials include dictionaries. The results indicate that although many constitutions do not explicitly regulate DNUs, parliamentary systems are more likely to have DNU-related regulations compared to presidential systems. All constitutions that regulate DNUs require immediate approval by the legislature and set specific time limits for this process. Some countries impose strict limitations on the material that can be regulated through DNUs, ensuring that fundamental rights and government structures are not affected. The study concludes that stringent legislative oversight is necessary to prevent the misuse of executive power in the use of DNUs, and balancing the need for swift action with the protection of human rights is crucial for the effectiveness and accountability of DNUs.

Dharma and Dynamics; Integrating The Bhagwat Gita’s Eternal Wisdom with Modern Management Principles

The purpose of the study is to explore the fundamental message of The Bhagwat Gita and its influence on management policies. It is the holy scripture of the Hindus is a part of the religious epic Mahabharata. This study discover how there is interconnectedness in the various management teams. The Gita explains the interconnectedness of all existence. This interconnectedness helps us to understand divinity in all beings The Bhagwat Gita offers profound wisdom that can be adapted to modern management principles. The study is descriptive in nature hence it uses secondary sources of data. The secondary data is collected from newspapers, articles, research journals government and non-government reports. It is observed that The GITA provides most treasured timeless principles that can enrich modern management practices. By integrating the teachings of the Bhagwat Gita, managers and team leaders can create purpose driven organization that will benefit the individuals and society at large. This study tries to fill the gap in the literature review by studying the fundamental message of The Bhagwat Gita and its influence on management policies and explore how the managers can foster innovation and excellence by following the guidelines of The Bhagwat Gita. Very few studies have been conducted that discover interconnection between The Bhagwat Gita and various management teams.

Unlocking circular supply chain 4.0: identifying key barriers through bibliometrics and TISM-MICMAC

PurposeThis paper examines the dynamic interplay between Circular Economy (CE) and Supply Chain (SC). Further, this paper develops a framework indicating the transition from conventional SC to SC 4.0. As it addresses the separate bodies of literature on CE and SC 4.0, the study attempts to bridge the gap by examining barriers to SC 4.0 adoption in CE.Design/methodology/approachThe article integrates bibliometric analysis with Total Interpretive Structural Modeling (TISM) and MICMAC analysis, thereby enriching the methodological rigour in investigating the barriers to SC 4.0 adoption within the CE context.FindingsThe paper provides insights into research trends, influential scholars, journals and prominent institutions through bibliometric analysis. Also, the findings identify four broad areas of driving, autonomous, linkage and dependent barriers to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of their impact and interdependencies.Research limitations/implicationsThe findings imply that effective policy interventions, enhanced management practices, and the adoption of technological innovations are essential for overcoming barriers to SC 4.0. The research recommends that stakeholders focus on fostering collaborative networks, building competencies in line with CE requirements, and leveraging big data for strategic supply chain decision-making.Originality/valueThis work contributes to the advancement of the circular digital supply field by consolidating research streams, uncovering innovation prospects, and shaping a well-informed research agenda. The distinct contribution lies in its categorization of these barriers into driving, autonomous, linkage, and dependent barriers, offering a novel perspective on the structural dynamics impeding the integration of SC 4.0 in CE.

Literature Review: Human Behaviour and Evacuation Fire System

Human behavior during fire emergencies significantly influences evacuation processes and overall safety outcomes. This literature review synthesizes findings from various research journals to explore the complexities of human behavior and evacuation dynamics in fire incidents. Key factors such as decision-making, evacuation timelines, and the impact of environmental factors on evacuation efficiency are examined. The study underscores the critical role of understanding human behavior in formulating effective fire safety strategies, particularly in residential settings where behavioral responses differ from those in public, commercial, or industrial spaces. Insights from this review emphasize the need for further research into the interplay between spatial planning, demographic factors, and infrastructure in optimizing evacuation procedures for enhanced fire safety in urban environments.

Life Journeys and Influential Contributions of Six Marketing Visionaries

This article is about the life journeys and influential contributions of six marketing visionaries: Wroe Alderson, Robert Bartels, Philip Kotler, Michael Baker, Jagdish Sheth, and Shelby Hunt. Drawing from a range of sources including research journals, biographies, autobiographies, popular press articles, personal websites, and curriculum vitae, the study examines: 1) Personal Life, 2) Education and Career, and 3) Key Contributions to Academia and Society. This exploration informs how the visionaries have shaped the field of marketing, each leaving a distinct legacy that continues to influence contemporary marketing practices. By presenting a multifaceted understanding of their life journeys and contributions, this article serves as an invaluable resource to comprehend the human beings behind the research that may have shaped their influential contributions to the marketing discipline.

Academic work demands and the primacy of English: an additional burden for non-native English speakers

ABSTRACT For some time, academics have reported the increasing complexity and demands of work (Clegg, S. 2008. “Academic Identities Under Threat?” British Educational Research Journal 34 (3): 329–345. https://doi.org/10.1080/01411920701532269), including the difficulty of gaining permanence (Taylor, A. 2018. Scientists Don’t Stay for Long in Their Jobs Anymore: Study. Accessed July 20, 2023. https://www.the-scientist.com/news-opinion/scientists-dont-stay-for-long-intheir-jobs-anymore--study-65200) and the constant expectation, even if permanent, to publish as first author in high-impact journals (usually English) – where success rates are dropping due to this high demand. Even as native-English speakers, these expectations can be challenging and stressful. However, for non-native speakers, there is an additional demand given the primacy of English: using English as their language of publication. Prior studies suggest two clusters of factors at play: structural (e.g. university publication requirements for permanence) and individual (e.g. career motivation) which interact. But, broader work and life experiences are rarely addressed. So, this study asked: Within the context of their broader lives, what structural and individual factors do 31 LAC researchers perceive and negotiate in making LoP decisions? Furthermore, how do combinations of these interacting factors lead to different LoP decisions? This broader lens offered many insights with implications for researching academic work (e.g. incorporating prior life and work linguistic experiences in LoP decision-making), and native English academics' publishing practices (e.g. as journal editors and reviewers structures).

Peran Kepemimpinan Dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Tim

Leadership, described as a leadership style that can arouse or motivate employees, so that they can develop and achieve performance at a high level beyond what they previously expected. The method for writing this scientific article is by literature study or library search. Examining journals that are in accordance with the theory discussed, research results from several research journals show that transformational leadership has a significant positive impact on team performance.

PERTANGGUNGJAWABAN PIDANA TERHADAP PELAKU PEREMPUAN YANG MELAKUKAN ABORSI DI KOTA NOPAN SETIA

The rapid and massive development of technology has had an impact on society in Indonesia, both positive and negative, one of whom was affected by the progress of this era was a woman from Nopan Setia City. Developments in society in Indonesia, especially in NopanSetia City, in this case are heavily influenced by promiscuity and a lack of awareness of the dangers of free sex, which results in unwanted pregnancies that lead to abortion. This type of research is normative juridical and is closely related to other legal sources, namely reviewing library documents from secondary data, especially research journals, dissertations and other research. That basically the problem of abortion (abortion) which is categorized as a crime or criminal act is already in the Criminal Code, but based on various factors and certain reasons, one of which is safety reasons and related to human rights issues and the protection of children who are victims of abortion, so that become extensive regulations regarding the criminal act of abortion as regulated in Law Number 36 of 2009 concerning Health. Looking at the judge's considerations in the object of this research, namely one of the women from NopanSetia City, there was an element of deliberate intent committed by Sri HanniPatimah in carrying out an abortion (abortion) by referring to Article 341 of the Criminal Code, by looking at the elements of the existing criminal act and From the existing trial facts it can be concluded that the criminal act existed and was carried out intentionally.

Proposed Marketing Strategy to Increase Sales of F&B Business (Case Study: Kapau Anak Sultan)

Kapau Anak Sultan is a quick-service restaurant chain specializing in Nasi Kapau, a mixed rice dish from Nagari Kapau, West Sumatra. Established in early 2021, Kapau Anak Sultan currently has over 20 outlets all over the Jabodetabek area and other cities in Indonesia. According to the external analysis, the constant rise of GDP mostly due to F&B businesses and the increase in monthly expenditure for food and beverage has made the outlook for the F&B businesses in Indonesia promising. However, the sales of Kapau Anak Sultan are declining, and brand awareness is still considered low compared to competitors. Thus, this research was conducted to provide Kapau Anak Sultan with marketing strategies aligned with the business strategy. This research used primary and secondary data. To obtain the primary data, both qualitative and quantitative methods were used in this research. To determine the current customer and internal conditions, an in-depth interview with the CEO and management was carried out. Furthermore, an online survey was conducted for the customer analysis, in which 224 respondents were obtained. Meanwhile, the secondary data, for instance, textbooks and previous research journals were used to determine the external conditions. This research affords the new segmentation, targeting, and positioning for Kapau Anak Sultan and provides the new marketing mix (4Ps), such as product, price, place, and promotion. In summary, Kapau Anak Sultan needs to re-assess its resources and capabilities to deliver excellent marketing strategies and be able to survive in the strict competition in the F&B industry.

Analysis of Stunting Program Problems in Kalurahan Bejiharjo Kapanewon Karangmojo Gunungkidul Regency

The Special Region of Yogyakarta has a duty to pursue the stunting reduction target because the prevalence of stunting in DIY is still considered high. One of them is the Gunungkidul region where the stunting prevalence is still 35%. Kalurahan Bejiharjo with a total of 4890 families and a population of 16,156 people spread across 20 pedukuha. is an area that is quite close to the district center, only about 5 km from the district city center, but the number of stunting cases in Bejiharjo is high. The step taken by the government to deal with stunting is to optimize the role of posyandu. One of the roles that is considered to be able to help deal with stunting in Bejiharjo Village is the role of posyandu in providing nutrition health counseling and counseling whose aim is to increase awareness and knowledge of mothers under five so that better behavior changes occur. The purpose of this study is to analyze the role of posyandu in dealing with stunting and the factors that influence it. The method used is qualitative descriptive. Using primary data from interviews with mothers under five, posyandu cadres and Nutrition Officers of UPT Puskesmas Karangmojo also observed. Secondary data in the form of research journals, books, and related documents are obtained from literature studies. It was found that the role of posyandu in providing counseling and nutritional health counseling is more preventive. This role is considered not optimal even though the ability to deliver counseling materials by cadres has tried their best, but sometimes there are still some families who do not carry out the information conveyed even they do not fully understand by toddlers or families. Some other obstacles are such as the posyandu budget to deal with stunting which is limited and sometimes slows down, there are still unmet infrastructure facilities and the quality of posyandu cadres also still requires more intense coaching. It is recommended that the development of posyandu cadres should be carried out consistently and periodically with the focus being the delivery of counseling materials and nutrition health counseling as well as the fulfillment of infrastructure facilities and budgets for handling stunting which are still lacking or often slow to decline.

Past, Present, and Future of Learning Agility: A Bibliometric and Content Analysis

Given the unpredictability and complexity of the business environment -due to the Fourth Industrial Revolution and augmented by the COVID-19 pandemic-, employees are required to continually learn new skills and ways of working. Even though 20 years have passed since the coining of the learning agility (LA) construct, only one literature review has explored it qualitatively. Through a co-word bibliometric analysis, complemented by a content analysis, this paper aims to identify the intellectual structure of the LA. Results show that the scientific production by research areas, journals, and studies that have contributed most to the field. Career variety was found as a central and underdeveloped theme while Talent Management was identified as potential emergent one. The important themes for structuring the field on LA were mostly examined from an individual level, as a process or as an outcome. Future research within the Human Resource Development field is suggested.

Global Trends in mHealth and Medical Education Research: Bibliometrics and Knowledge Graph Analysis.

Mobile health (mHealth) is an emerging mobile communication and networking technology for health care systems. The integration of mHealth in medical education is growing extremely rapidly, bringing new changes to the field. However, no study has analyzed the publication and research trends occurring in both mHealth and medical education. The aim of this study was to summarize the current application and development trends of mHealth in medical education by searching and analyzing published articles related to both mHealth and medical education. The literature related to mHealth and medical education published from 2003 to 2023 was searched in the Web of Science core database, and 790 articles were screened according to the search strategy. The HistCite Pro 2.0 tool was used to analyze bibliometric indicators. VOSviewer, Pajek64, and SCImago Graphica software were used to visualize research trends and identify hot spots in the field. In the past two decades, the number of published papers on mHealth in medical education has gradually increased, from only 3 papers in 2003 to 130 in 2022; this increase became particularly evident in 2007. The global citation score was determined to be 10,600, with an average of 13.42 citations per article. The local citation score was 96. The United States is the country with the most widespread application of mHealth in medical education, and most of the institutions conducting in-depth research in this field are also located in the United States, closely followed by China and the United Kingdom. Based on current trends, global coauthorship and research exchange will likely continue to expand. Among the research journals publishing in this joint field, journals published by JMIR Publications have an absolute advantage. A total of 105 keywords were identified, which were divided into five categories pointing to different research directions. Under the influence of COVID-19, along with the popularization of smartphones and modern communication technology, the field of combining mHealth and medical education has become a more popular research direction. The concept and application of digital health will be promoted in future developments of medical education.

Improving the Performance of Research Journals: Lessons Learned From the Visual Abstract

Improving the Performance of Research Journals: Lessons Learned From the Visual Abstract

THE FUNCTION OF ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION IN RENEWING CHACATER BUILDING

This study aims to explore how Islamic religious education influences the formation of individual character with high moral values. Furthermore, character education also aims to enhance the quality of educational outcomes by paying specific attention to develop personalities in line with the education graduate competency standards. Additionally, the goal of character education is to refine ethical intelligence and strengthen moral aspects by cultivating a better understanding of right and wrong things. In conducting this study, the methodology employed was systematic literature review involving gathering information from various literary sources related to the discussed topic. Statistical data utilized in this research was derived from books, research journals, and supporting articles. The research findings indicated that the role of Islamic religious education in enhancing character involved regulating and supervising the younger generation by instilling religious values, faith, piety, knowledge, and good conduct in order to ensure that despite the currents of globalization, the younger generation remains capable of upholding Islamic traditions and applying the positive values derived from the religion.

Magical Realism in Contemporary Indonesian Literature: An Exploration of the Value of Education in a Fantasy World

The purpose of this study is as an effort to interpret the short story Peminspin Gelap by Intan Pramataditha in the perspective of magical realism. The value of education is also present as one of the aspects studied because it can provide new knowledge for readers and is considered important to learn. The approach used is to use qualitative methods that focus on semiotics, content analysis, and hermeneutics. The source of the data was obtained from the main object of this study, namely the short story book Peminspin Gelap by Intan Paramaditha. Other data used to support this research relate to magical realism such as book references, some relevant research and electronic journals taken from the internet. Data collection is carried out by reading and recording techniques. The results of this research can be found data from the representation of magical realism in the short story Dark Spinner by Intan Paramadhita. First, magical realism data was found based on the meanings and symbols of images on the cover of the short story anthology book Female Magic, and the cover of the short story Dark Spinner pen. Then, data were obtained from the analysis of story texts based on Wendy B. Faris's theory, namely: (1) irreducible elements were found two data; (2) the phenomenal world (Phenomenal World) found two data; (3) Unsettling doubt found four data; (4) Merging realms found one data. Then, the value of education was found in the short story Dark Spinner by Intan Paramadhita, namely the value of religious education

PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN PENELITI MENGENAI ASUMSI FILOSOFIS “POSITIVIST SOCIAL SCIENCE” DALAM PEMILIHAN DESAIN PENELITIAN KUANTITATIF

Understanding the philosophical assumptions in social research, whether “positivist” or “interpretive,” is crucial as these foundations shape the way researchers approach, design, and conduct their studies, impacting every aspect from the selection of research design to the interpretation of findings. This community service activity (PKM) focused on enhancing young researchers' understanding of “positivist social science” (PSS) assumptions in selecting quantitative research designs at PTN XYZ, a public university in Riau Province. Discussions with a faculty leader revealed difficulties in publishing quantitative research in reputable international journals, primarily due to a lack of understanding of these philosophical assumptions. To address this, the PKM team organized online training for 18 researchers, covering key topics such as the philosophical foundations of science, PSS approaches in social science, reasons for the acceptance or rejection of research reports by the scientific community, and the research process in quantitative design. The effectiveness of the training was evaluated using a pretest-posttest approach, with initial findings showing only 5% of participants correctly understood the reasons for using a quantitative design. However, post-training results indicated a significant improvement in participants’ knowledge, ensuring the research contributes meaningfully and relevantly to the field. Keywords: Philosophical assumptions, positivist social science approach, quantitative

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome and serotonin syndrome: a comparative bibliometric analysis

ObjectiveThis study aimed to analyze and map scientific literature on Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) and Serotonin Syndrome (SS) from prestigious, internationally indexed journals. The objective was to identify key topics, impactful articles, prominent journals, research output, growth patterns, hotspots, and leading countries in the field, providing valuable insights for scholars, medical students, and international funding agencies.MethodsA systematic search strategy was implemented in the PubMed MeSH database using specific keywords for NMS and SS. The search was conducted in the Scopus database, renowned for its extensive coverage of scholarly publications. Inclusion criteria comprised articles published from 1950 to December 31st, 2022, restricted to journal research and review articles written in English. Data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel for descriptive analysis, and VOSviewer was employed for bibliometric mapping.ResultsThe search yielded 1150 articles on NMS and 587 on SS, with the majority being case reports. Growth patterns revealed a surge in NMS research between 1981 and 1991, while SS research increased notably between 1993 and 1997. Active countries and journals differed between NMS and SS, with psychiatry journals predominating for NMS and pharmacology/toxicology journals for SS. Authorship analysis indicated higher multi-authored articles for NMS. Top impactful articles focused on review articles and pathogenic mechanisms. Research hotspots included antipsychotics and catatonia for NMS, while SS highlighted drug interactions and specific medications like linezolid and tramadol.ConclusionsNMS and SS represent rare but life-threatening conditions, requiring detailed clinical and scientific understanding. Differential diagnosis and management necessitate caution in prescribing medications affecting central serotonin or dopamine systems, with awareness of potential drug interactions. International diagnostic tools and genetic screening tests may aid in safe diagnosis and prevention. Reporting rare cases and utilizing bibliometric analysis enhance knowledge dissemination and research exploration in the field of rare drug-induced medical conditions.