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Literature Review: Cranberry as Prophylaxis for Dapagliflozin-Induced Urinary Tract Infections
Get PDFUrinary tract infections [UTIs] are a common occurrence among type 2 diabetic patients using sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 [SGLT2] inhibitors to manage their diabetes. Dapagliflozin is among the most widely prescribed SGLT2i’s, and it achieves the desired effect by inhibiting the reabsorption of glucose in the kidney\u27s proximal tubule, thereby increasing the excretion of glucose via the urinary tract. However, this mechanism of action of SGLT2i\u27s leads to glucosuria, which increases the risk of UTIs. Since cranberries contain many beneficial medicinal compounds, including proanthocyanidins, this literature review study sought to establish the potential of using cranberries as a prophylaxis for dapagliflozin-induced UTI.
Effect on Terminal Velocity with Changing Hole Diameter
Get PDFThe idea for this paper was to notice how air resistance acts on a body of the same mass, with different diameter holes. I did this by dropping the hand-made cubes from an equal height of 3.7 metres and checking their terminal velocity. Using softwares such as Tracker and Logger Pro, I came to the conclusion that the drilled holes within the different cubes (made with styrofoam) caused a significant amount of change in the final velocity of the cubes which can be enhanced even further in the bigger picture
Challenges Experienced by Undergraduate Nursing Students during their Clinical Rotations
Get PDFPhebe Teaching and Referral Hospital (PTRH) is the mean referral hospital in central Liberia. With the increasing quest for better workforce, many nursing institutions offering degree and diploma programs use PTRH for clinical attachments and experiences. This led to overcrowding of students and overstretching of the strained resources. Setting: Bong County Technical College (BCTC)-School of Nursing, PTRH. Study Population: All third and fourth year nursing students of BCTC.
Objectives: The main objective of this study is to find out the challenges experienced by undergraduate Nursing students at BCTC, School of Nursing during their clinical rotations. Specific objectives were to find out how well prepared students were before the clinical rotations; determine the suitability of the learning environment, determine the effectiveness of the evaluation tools and process applied to assess student at each clinical rotation and the adequacy of time allocated for the clinical rotations.
Methodology: Descriptive cross-sectional design was used. A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data.
Results: A total of 50 students filled the questionnaire, (100%). Those that agreed that the nursing department prepared them well for clinical rotation were 20%, while 54% reported that they were not prepared by the department and 50% indicated that the skill simulation prepared them well. Those reported being comfortable with using instruments and equipment in the clinical area were 50%. The protocols and procedure manuals in the clinical areas were reported to be inappropriate for learning by 54%. The effectiveness of the evaluation process and tools were supported by 20% of the respondents while most, 52% indicated that the time allocated for clinical rotations was inadequate.
Conclusion: The nursing students experienced various challenges during their clinical rotations that require attention as indicated in the study findings
Indigenous Materials, Processes and Scientific Concepts Employed in the Production of Akpeteshie and Pito: Their Relevance to Teaching and Learning of Science
Get PDFIn indigenous knowledge are practices that have been repeated over time and have become products and processes with a sound underlying set of scientific principles. Using the qualitative research method, the study explored indigenous materials, processes and scientific concepts employed in the production of two local alcoholic beverages akpeteshie and pito. The target population comprised 41 indigenous practitioners and the accessible population consisted of 9 active akpeteshie distillers and 8 active pito brewers. The purposive sampling technique was used to select respondents and non-participant observation and interview used to collect data. It emerged from the study that diverse materials or artefacts were in use by the indigenous practitioners to either reflect their rich culture and the economic potential of the artefacts or to ensure their sustainable values.
The use of the artefacts, especially including how they were set up by the indigenous practitioners, typically demonstrated how local artefacts can serve as intellectual adaptation tools for supporting learners to go through their Zone of Proximal Development. The study thus brought to the fore, the existence of an environment that is replete of equivalent scientific concepts, processes and materials/artefacts. It recommended that the local environment should be continuously explored by science teachers to discover relevant indigenous materials/artefacts, practices and concepts that can suitably be integrated into the teaching and learning of science
Leveraging Douyin for Enhanced Learning Motivation: A Study on Educational Strategies and Student Attitudes
Get PDFThis study investigates the integration of Douyin, known globally as TikTok, in educational settings to enhance student learning motivation. The research aims to understand how the use of Douyin, a platform predominantly used for entertainment, can be effectively repurposed for educational purposes. The study is structured around several key areas: student engagement, self-regulation, teacher facilitation, peer collaboration, personalized learning, and student attitudes towards using Douyin in an educational context. A mixed-method approach is employed, involving both quantitative and qualitative data collection through surveys, interviews, and observational studies. The quantitative data assesses the impact of Douyin on various learning motivation factors, while qualitative data provides in-depth insights into student and teacher experiences. The findings suggest that when used strategically, Douyin can significantly enhance student engagement, promote active learning, and foster a positive learning environment. The study also highlights the importance of teachers’ roles in facilitating effective use of Douyin and the influence of student attitudes on learning outcomes.This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on digital technology in education, offering practical implications for educators seeking to integrate social media platforms like Douyin into their teaching practices
Plasma Technology Contributions to Energy Transition and Environment
Get PDFA fair and reliable energy transition is needed for the depleted fossil fuel, energy supply and climate concern the world knows now days. Alize climate is adequate for hybrid green hydrogen projects especially with the new innovations and the promising plasma technology solutions for direct seawater hydrogen production. Non thermal plasma with its low temperature and effectiveness of its energetic electrons toward the inert carbon dioxide becomes the new interest for biomass and CO2 conversion to energy. This conversion is in fact a great reduction of CO2 emission that could be considered as another value added. Gas hydrate risk and geohazard could be mitigated to be a value added and one of the various storages for CO2 emission reduction to atmosphere. Plasma technology in waste treatment has advantage on the conventional methods in pollution prevention. Non thermal plasma in water treatment is still in laboratory scale but has shown great progress by its effeteness of its generated reactive species
Research on Applying the Deming Cycle (PDCA) Management Method to Promote the Innovative Practical Ability of Art and Design Education Students
Get PDFThis study aims to explore how the Deming Cycle (PDCA) management method can be applied in art and design education to promote students\u27 innovative practical abilities. This study reveals the implementation strategies and effectiveness of the PDCA cycle in art and design education. The study found that through the application of PDCA cycle, art design education can achieve continuous optimization of teaching strategies, enhance students\u27 innovative practical abilities, and establish a learning culture that supports continuous improvement.
This study provides practical guidance to educators and managers in the field of art and design education, aiming to promote the continuous improvement of education quality and the comprehensive development of students\u27 innovative abilities through the application of the Deming cycle management method
Exploring Academic Operations: A Focus on the Implementation of Class Record Optimization and Automation System (CROAS)
Get PDFThis research analyzes the impact of the Class Record Optimization and Automation System (C.R.O.A.S.) on administrative efficiency and educational delivery at the Laboratory Science High School of Romblon State University. The present study applied a mixed-methods approach, using quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews with teachers and administrators to determine how C.R.O.A.S. affects teachers\u27 workloads, time allocation, class record management, and overall educational processes. Moreover, the study investigated the role of leadership strategies in successfully implementing C.R.O.A.S. The results imply that inclusive decision-making and strategic planning are critical strategies for the system\u27s effectiveness. Recommendations for future practice include ongoing support for system improvements, continued research, and international sharing and benchmarking findings to broaden educational technology integration efforts
Lived Experiences of Filipino Inclusion Teachers in Dubai Amid the Covid-19 Pandemic
Get PDFFilipino inclusion teachers based in Dubai; United Arab Emirates faced numerous challenges during the global COVID-19 pandemic. This study shed light on the lived experiences of eight Filipino inclusion teachers through the lens of Kolb’s experiential learning theory. Analysis of interview transcripts using Moustakas’ transcendental phenomenological inquiry revealed that the teachers’ challenges come from their caseload, the exceptionality characteristics of students, physical distance, and adjustment of parents during the pandemic. With the demands coming from these challenges, they managed the learning environment through intensified collaboration with parents and curriculum adjustments. It is hoped that the study results will be utilized in the design of teacher education programs, preparing pre-service teachers and novice teachers for work in schools abroad. In addition, the focus on the experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic provides impetus for the creation of frameworks on how provision of educational services could be pandemic-ready. More importantly, the teachers’ experiences need to be addressed especially in the areas of mental health and educational technologies. More studies are recommended to capture other aspects of inclusion teachers’ experiences.
Enhancing Arab College Students\u27 Cross-Cultural Communication Competence
Get PDFThis paper examines the importance and challenges of cross-cultural communication among Arab college students. It also presents recommendations on how to improve these skills with the aim of equipping Arab tertiary students with the means to thrive in business, diplomacy, and in diverse cultural environments in an increasingly globalized world