ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 11, 2019
Attitude and Knowledge of Occupational Therapy Professionals and Trainees about Sexual Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities
Anthony O. Jejelaye, Olumide A. Olaoye, Oluwatosin O. Oni, Adeyemi S. Adejumobi, Kehinde F. Olagunju, Anne I. Emechete
Page no 290-295 |
10.36348/SJNHC.2019.v02i09.002
Aim: The quality of care given by occupational therapists on sexual rehabilitation of persons with physical disabilities (PWDs) is influenced by their knowledge about, and attitude towards sexual rehabilitation. There is little information on the knowledge about, and attitude towards sexual rehabilitation of PWDs among OT practitioners in Nigeria. This study therefore assessed the knowledge and attitude of occupational therapy (OT) professionals and trainees about sexual rehabilitation of PWDs. Method: Using a purposive sampling technique, 73 OT professionals and trainees responded to this cross-sectional survey. Data obtained were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Significance level was set at 0.05. Results: The mean knowledge score for the OT trainees was 22.87±3.90 and 23.44±4.84 for OT professionals. Similarly, the mean score for attitude was 57.00±4.65 for OT trainees and 56.24±6.94 for OT professionals. Over 80% of the respondents had moderate knowledge about sexual rehabilitation while all the respondents had positive attitude towards sexual rehabilitation. Also, the attitude of OT professionals towards sexual rehabilitation of PWDs was significantly lower than that of the OT trainees (t=0.56; p-0.009) (Table-3). In addition, there was significant correlation between the knowledge and attitude of the respondents towards sexual rehabilitation of PWDs (ρ=0.26; p=0.025) (Table-4). Conclusion: In Nigeria, OT professionals and trainees demonstrated satisfactory knowledge and attitude about sexual rehabilitation of PWDs. Significant relationships exist between knowledge and attitude towards sexual rehabilitation of PWDs.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 11, 2019
A Study of Service Quality of Nepalese Consultants in Building Projects
Sandip Puri, Santosh Kumar Shrestha, Anjay Kumar Mishra
Page no 333-338 |
10.36348/sjeat.2019.v04i09.001
Quality in construction sectors is highly dependent upon the services delivered by the respective parties. Since the consulting firms are the one of key resourceful players of any construction projects, the services rendered by the consulting firms performs a vital role before and during the execution of construction for maintaining the quality. This study analyzed the priority order among the success factors determining the quality through AHP (Analytic Hierarchy Process) analysis method after redefining the quality elements of consulting service. The determinants of quality service of consulting service mentioned were configured with SERVQUAL set as the default model. For this study, survey was conducted on 11 public entities who were involved in procuring the consultants for building projects. Public entities were the main sources of primary data collection and published literature, reports and journals were referred as secondary source of infirmities. This research was intended to find out the important determinants of the consulting services, by hierarchizing the service factors for performing the building projects after deriving the relative priority based on the studies on consulting service quality factors. The survey result was produced based on the clients’ perspective (58 respondents) with inconsistency value equal to 0.1. The results of compared analysis between 5 determinants of service quality (Reliability, Responsiveness, Assurance, Tangibles, and Empathy) of Hierarchy 2, the upper layer in the hierarchy of services performance factors and 25 measuring factors of Hierarchy 3 under Hierarchy 2 was presented with inconsistency less than 0.01.
CASE REPORT | Sept. 11, 2019
Endometrioid Carcinoma Ovary – A Case Report
V. Rama Murthy, Annie Nitisha. C, Sai Sudha. M
Page no 646-648 |
10.36348/SJPM.2019.v04i09.003
Endometrioid carcinoma of ovary is a subtype of epithelial tumours of the ovary. It can be distinguished from serous and mucinous tumours by presence of tubular glands resembling that of malignant endometrium. We report a case of endometrioid carcinoma of ovary which occurred in a 60years old women. The patient presented with abdominal distention and she underwent a hysterectomy with left side salphingo- ooherectomy. Histologically, ovarian tumour was composed of tubular glands with squamous metaplasia and Sertoli cell tumour like pattern in some foci and was diagnosed as Endometrioid carcinoma- ovary.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 11, 2019
The Effect of Corporate Governance Mechanism, Liquidity and Company Size on Tax Avoidance
Elgina Sari Novita, Yudhi Herliansyah
Page no 366-373 |
10.36348/SJEF.2019.v03i09.001
This research is to examine the effect of corporate governance mechanisms, liquidity and firm size on tax avoidance. The population this research are all logistics and transportation service companies on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the period 2012-2017. The selection samples using purposive sampling method with non-probability sampling techniques so that the number of samples is determined by 18 logistics and transportation service companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2012-2017. This research data analysis method used multiple linear regression models with the help of SPSS version 20.00. The results of this research prove that independent commissioners, managerial ownership, size of directors, liquidity, and company size partially have no significant effect on tax avoidance. Whereas institutional ownership and audit committees have a significant effect on tax avoidance. The results of the study simultaneously proved that independent commissioners, managerial ownership, board size, liquidity, institutional ownership, audit committee, and company size had a significant effect on tax avoidance.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 11, 2019
Nexus between Informal Financial Institutions (IFIs) and Performance of Women Entrepreneurs in Nigeria
Ademola Abimbola O, Adegoke Kolawole A, Adegboyegun Adekunle E
Page no 374-382 |
10.36348/SJEF.2019.v03i09.002
The complex application procedures and stringent conditions attached to formal credit financing discourage women entrepreneurs from accessing FFIs. As a result, these entrepreneurs have no alternative but to fall back on IFIs for their credit needs. Consequently, this study seeks to evaluate the nexus between IFIs and performance of women entrepreneurs in Nigeria. It also investigates why IFIs continues to exist alongside the formal financial system, despite the implementation of financial sector reforms. A sample of 348 entrepreneurs was selected using multi-stage sampling technique and data were analysed using frequency and percentages, spearman rank correlation and factor analysis. Findings revealed that IFIs contributes significantly to job creation, accumulation of assets, savings mobilization, poverty alleviation and women entrepreneurship development. Moreover, some of the factors that accounts for the prevalence of IFIs among women entrepreneurs in Nigeria are low interest on loans, no request for collateral, quick response to member’s needs, flexible repayment pattern and less government interference in the activities of IFIs. However, insufficient funds, poor record keeping, illiteracy, loans default and delays in assessing credits leads to inefficiency and mismanagement of IFIs in Nigeria. Therefore, it would be important for reforms in FFIs to integrate IFIs to the mainstream of financial sector rather than seeking to eliminate them.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 11, 2019
Autoimmune Diseases Associated with Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Sanae Lajouad, Imane Benelbarhdadi, Camelia Berhili, Nawal Lagdali, Mohamed Borahma, Fatima Zahra Ajana
Page no 766-768 |
10.36348/SJMPS.2019.v05i09.004
Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is a chronic cholestatic liver disease; the autoimmune mechanism seems the most likely. As a result, PBC is frequently associated with other autoimmune diseases. The goal of our work is to determine the prevalence and type of autoimmune diseases associated with PBC and to assess their impact on the prognosis of the disease. Materials and methods: This is a retrospective study over a period of 22 years (1998-2019) including all patients followed for CBP. In all these patients, we systematically looked for: autoimmune hepatitis, dysthyroidism, and type 1 diabetes, dry syndrome, and celiac disease, dermatological and joint damage. The statistical analysis of the data was done using the SPSS software. The comparison of the biochemical response to ursodeoxycholic acid between patients with isolated CBP and those with CBP associated with autoimmune pathology was performed using the Chi2 test. A combination of variables was considered statistically significant if p < 0.05. Results: 90 patients (85 women and 5 men) followed for CBP were collected. The average age was 49+/-12.3 years. Of these patients, 36 patients (42.9%) had an autoimmune disease associated with PBC. The discovery of these autoimmune diseases preceded the diagnosis of PBC in 9 cases (27.3%) and was concomitant in the remaining cases. Autoimmune hepatitis was found in 10 patients (12%), defining an overlapping syndrome. Other diseases were Hashimoto's thyroiditis (n = 9), basedow (n=1) dry syndrome (n = 10), celiac disease (n = 3), insulin-dependent diabetes (n = 2), systemic scleroderma (n = 1), rheumatoid arthritis (n = 1), Addisson disease (n=1) Psoriasis (n = 1) vitiligo (n = 1). The comparison of the biochemical response to ursodeoxycholic acid between patients with isolated CBP and those with CBP associated with autoimmune pathology was statistically non-significant with p=0.67. Conclusion: In our series, the prevalence of autoimmune diseases associated with PBC was 4
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 11, 2019
Narratives of Lived Experiences of Widows in Botswana: An Ethnographic Examination of Cultural Rituals of Mourning
Sithandazile Hope Msimanga,
Page no 592-600 |
10.36348/SJHSS.2019.v04i09.004
This investigation examined experiences of widows in Botswana as they undertook mourning rituals in following their husbands’ deaths. The study sought to uncover rituals that enhanced healing and those that hindered healing; and how the investigation results can inform relevant psychological services. Data was collected through two focus group discussions and seven key informants from two villages in the Northern and Central districts of Botswana. The study results revealed that if cultural rituals were undertaken timely by a designated elder and in a meticulous manner, they provided widows with multiple sources of support, enhancing healing. However, when the tradition protocol was disorganized, widows reported insurmountable emotional hurt, perceiving elders as neglectful and uncaring—delaying healing. Another revelation was other bothersome issues not addressed through ritual undertaking; calling for legal and psychosocial supports. Combining both approaches to healing can ensure holistic care to grieving widows.
SUBJECT CATEGORY: MANAGEMENT | Sept. 11, 2019
Factors That Influence the Quality of Accounting Information in Pt Xyz
Triyani Budyastuti, Laili Umdatul Khoirurosida
Page no 487-495 |
10.36348/sb.2019.v05i09.001
The purpose of this research is to examine the influences of the utilization of information technology, the competence of Accounting Information System users, and the role of internal control systems toward the quality of Quality of Accounting Information. The population of this research was the Accounting Staffs and Internal Control Staffs of PT. XYZ. This study was classified as causative study using of primary data and the sample of this research are 88 respondents. The research metode used is quantitative research metode. Program used in analyzing the data using Smart PLS version 3.0. The Result of this research shows that the variable of utilization of Information Technology has a positive significant effect towards the Quality of Accounting Information. Variable of the competence of AIS users has no effect towards the Quality of Accounting Information. And the role of internal control systems has a positive significant effect towards the Quality of Accounting Information.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 11, 2019
Comparative Study of Prospective Delay Analysis Techniques (DATs)
Suroj Ghimire, Anjay Kumar Mishra
Page no 84-98 |
10.36348/SJCE.2019.v03i05.001
Delays are the major sources of disputes and adverse relationships between the stakeholders in construction industry. The existing delay analysis techniques (DATs), though helpful for decision-making, have not succeeded in properly addressing the high incidence of disputes associated with delay claims resolutions. This research has made a comparative study of limitation and capabilities of different ‘Prospective’ DATs i.e., Impacted as Planned method and Time Impact Analysis Method under the same baseline program and under similar circumstances of delay occurrence through the case study of under-Construction Hydroelectric Project and review of the relevant issues not addressed by the techniques. Oracle’s Primavera (P6) software has been used for delay analysis. The Contractor has not followed any of the DATs to raise the claim for extension of time. Though the contractor has submitted its revised construction schedule as per the FIDIC conditions of contract and ask for time extension of 721 days, the revised construction schedule has no any linkage with the original approved baseline Schedule. The Impacted as planned technique confined the delay to 621 days. The actual site condition and the progress were not considered in this method. The concurrent delays and pacing delays were also not addressed. According to the Time Impact analysis technique, the contractor’s caused delay was 101 days and the delay from Employer’s side was 529 days. The actual site condition and the progress were considered in this method. However, none of the Delay analysis techniques is found to address all the delay occurring events. The concurrent delays and pacing delayswere also not addressed. Time impact analysis technique is more accurate method as the site progress is incorporated in this method and is recommended to be followed
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Sept. 11, 2019
Renewable Energy Home Design in Bani Walid City/Libya
Abdussalam Ali Ahmed
Page no 339-344 |
10.36348/SJET.2019.v04i09.002
Although the applications of renewable energy in Libya were started in the last few decades, they have only gained momentum in the last few years. Considering the past gained experience, a proposed national Renewable Energy plan aims toward bringing RE into the main stream of the national energy supply system with a target contribution of 10% of the electricity demand by the year 2020. The aim of this paper is to design a house that works with some renewable energy applications in one of the Libyan cities called Bani Walid. This paper includes some important steps for designing a home such as solar home design steps, wind energy calculations, battery sizing, and cost considerations.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Aug. 30, 2019
Students’ Difficulties in Translating Academic Essay: Beginning Translators’ Perspectives
Rifal Hasan, Sri Widyarti Ali, Novriyanto Napu
Page no 137-141 |
10.21276/sijll.2019.2.6.3
Translators play an important role in delivering the meaning written in the source language to the target language. This
should be done without changing the intended purpose of the source text. It is generally accepted that translation students
often produce an inadequate translation in the process of translation training at university. Students tend to translate word
for word or often mistranslate a source text meaning into the target text. This study aims to investigate the factors that
influence the quality of translation, particularly in translating academic essay. The data of this study were obtained by the
qualitative method by interviewing beginning translator students. Four questions were designed and given to students in
order to find out the point of view of the participants in terms of the difficulties they encounter when translating academic
essay. The finding revealed that lack of translation knowledge is among the factors contributing to the quality of their
translation.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Aug. 30, 2019
Globalization and Urban Transformation of Nomadic Societies: The Tent as a National Symbol and Element of Qatari Identity
Asmaa Saleh AL-Mohannadi, Raffaello Furlan
Page no 320-332 |
10.21276/sjeat.2019.4.8.7
Recently, cultural way of life of nomadic societies have been challenged by active forces of globalization and urban
transformation in the Arab world and, namely, in the State of Qatar. The adaptable practices of the Nomads in the city are
seen through modern manifestations, representing a counter process of urban growth that is more local-oriented, inward
and responsive to socio-cultural way of life of indigenous societies. This research study attempts to contemplate the
aspects of urban transformation of the nomadic society in Qatar through the investigation of a specific urban element: the
tent. The question of the research revolves around the following: How does the tent as a unit of investigation evolve
responding to the behavioural, spatial and socio-cultural transformations of the nomadic society in Qatar? Through field
study and participatory observation, the unit of investigation is studied. Remarkable reference to the Bedouin cultural
way of life establishes the basis for the construct of a national identity in Qatar, not only to the sub-cultural tribal
communities but also the whole society with its diverse components. This strategy is expected to be socially sustainable,
ensuring the ability of the Qatari society to face the challenges of the urban future in a resilient and peaceful way.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Aug. 30, 2019
A Quasi Experimental Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Health Awareness Programme on Prevention of Breast Cancer and Developing Skill on Breast Self-Examination among Women at Selected Area in Alnamas
Dr. Ghadha Nazeer, Dr. Blessing Nima Sajai XS
Page no 269-275 |
10.21276/sjnhc.2019.2.8.3
Today world is facing more health challenges and one of the most challenging dangerous killing disease is cancer which
can affect any person in any part of their body without any differentiations in age, sex, and colour etc ...Cancer is the
abnormal, uncontrollable, continuous replication of cells which will inevitably lead to the formation of a tumor. Breast
cancer is one of the common cancer affecting women, early detection with the help of breast self examination can help
them to save their life from breast cancer. According to WHO, in 2018, world-wide it is estimated that 627,000 women
died from breast cancer – that is approximately 15% of all cancer deaths among women. Statistics report published in
Saudi Medical Journal by Faculty of Sciences, Department of Biology, University of Tabuk, Tabuk, KSA, shows that the
number of women with breast cancer increased steadily from 1990-2010. The percentage distribution of breast cancer
appears to be increasing. There were 1152 female cases in 2008 in comparison with 1308 in 2009, and 1473 in 2010.
Breast cancer ranked first among females accounting for 27.4% of all newly diagnosed female cancers (5378) in the year
2010. The average age at the diagnosis of breast cancer was 48; weighted average was 49.8, and range 43-52., so we
conducted A Quasi Experimental Study To Evaluate The Effectiveness Of Health Awareness Programme On Prevention
Of Breast Cancer And Developing Skill On Breast Self Examination Among Women At Selected Area In Alnamas,
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia . 70 patients were selected by convenient sampling method.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Aug. 30, 2019
Hausa WordNet: An Electronic Lexical Resource
Amina Imam Abubakar, A. Roko, A. B. Muhammad, I. Saidu
Page no 279-285 |
10.21276/sjeat.2019.4.8.2
This paper presents Hausa WordNet (HWN), a lexical resource for Hausa language. The HWN extracts knowledge from
a conventional Hausa dictionary and adopts a substructure of English and Hindi WordNet as it groups words based on
different categories. The HWN Introduces pronunciation and the use of close class categories (CCC) to address the
problem of missing pronunciation and coverage from existing WordNets. HWN is evaluated in comparison with existing
WordNets (English and Hindi). The performance results show that HWN performs better in terms of pronunciation and
CCC.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | Aug. 30, 2019
Pattern of Childhood Morbidity in a Private Paediatric Centre in Lagos Nigeria
Abideen Salako, Oladapo Aworanti, Babasola Opaneye, Shafau Abimbola
Page no 276-283 |
10.21276/sjnhc.2019.2.8.4
Introduction: There is global reduction of childhood mortality rate but this is not reflective in child survival both in subSaharan Africa and South Asia which accounts for approximately 50% of global burden of childhood deaths. There are
various causes of morbidity and mortality among children, these aetiologies also vary from country to country, though
infectious diseases {diarrheal diseases, respiratory tract infections, malaria, measles, HIV/AIDS}, neonatal illnesses
{neonatal infections, perinatal asphyxia, prematurity] and varying forms of malnutrition are the predominant causes of
childhood illness and death in sub Saharan Africa. This study aim to review the pattern of childhood illness in a private
paediatric hospital, determine the predominant cause of childhood morbidity in an urban area and evaluate the mode of
payment. Methodology: This is a retrospective descriptive study of pattern of childhood illness in a private paediatric
hospital in Lagos; Abby’s Paediatric Care, Omole Phase 2, Lagos, a 10 bedded paediatric facility. Detailed information
of each hospital consultation/care was retrieved from the Electronic Medical Records [EMR] of the hospital consultations
over a 2years period [August 2017-June 2019]. Data obtained were analyzed using the statistical package for social
science version 22.0. Results: A total of 429 hospital consultations were made over the two-year period with M: F ratio
of 1:1.1. Children aged between 12-60months constitute 51% of total cases seen within this period. 69% of total cases
seen were due to infections and 17% were well visits. Also, 273 (64%) of the visits were paid out of pocket and only
64(14.9%) required hospital admission over the period reviewed. Conclusion: Infectious diseases still rank as the
commonest cause of childhood morbidity in our environment and most patients still pay out of pocket for the
management of their illnesses.