Acne is a common problem that can also leave behind permanent scarring leading to low self-esteem. Various treatment modalities can help dealing with these acne scars. The aim of this study is to compare efficacy of PRP with dermaroller against with PPP with dermaroller. A prospective study of 31 patients was done. After microneedling, PRP and PPP was applied on each side of face. The procedure was repeated every four weeks and scars were evaluated by Goodman and Barron grading system. Significant improvements were found on both sides of face and no substantial difference was observed on either of the treated sides. Also dermaroller therapy showed improvement in rolling type and boxcar types of acne scars only. Dermaroller is a safe and affordable device used with or without PRP and PPP for treatment of post acne scars

Ivorian Cucurbitaceae seeds consumed in sauce find themselves in several varieties. Among the Cucurbitaceae, Citrullus lanatus species comprises four cultivars listed on the basis of the size and appearance of seeds (oval seed cultivar, large seed cultivar, average seed cultivar and small seed cultivar). To promote these crops, field trials in situ were carried out to show the diversity within the species. Works have been conducted on the characterization of physico-chemical properties of seeds, and almonds. The agromorphological analysis showed different fruits weight of 1135.45 ± 266.78 g, 1075.29 ± 336.89 g, 838.43 ± 184.15 g and 764.4 ± 242.3 g for COS, CBS, CAS and CSS cultivars respectively. The morphological characteristics of peeled seeds (almonds) and not peeled (whole seeds) varied significantly (P 0,05) of a cultivar to the other. The percentage of germination of seeds showed a significant difference (p 0,05) from a cultivar to the other one. So the percentages of germination were 62,81 % and 88,88 % for the cultivars CSS and CAS respectively. As for cultivars COS and CBS, the percentages of germination were 95,72 % and 90,72 %. The qualitative and quantitative evaluation of the characteristics of the seeds of Citrullus lanatus cultivars showed that cultivars CBS and COS were premature, produced big fruits containing big seeds contrary to the late cultivars CAS and CSS with small and average seeds. However, the shape of fruits of the various cultivars did not determine the size of their seeds.

Lassa fever is a disease of public health importance with high mortality and morbidity especially among rural dwellers.This study was done to determine the knowledge of transmission, risk factors, prevention, symptoms and the preventive practices against Lassa fever among adults in Ukpom, a rural community in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. A community based descriptive cross-sectional study was done among 228 adults selected by multi-stage sampling in 2016 using a pre-tested interviewer-administered questionnaire and analysed with SPSS.Ninety point eight percent (90.8%) claimed to have heard of Lassa fever mainly through radio and TV (64.9%). The majority knew that consuming food contaminated with rat feces and urine (88.6%) including eating poorly cooked rats (82.5%) transmits Lassa fever. Most knew that a clean environment (95.2%), proper covering of food (93.4%), no holes in homes (93.4%) and not eating rats (89.5%) prevents Lassa fever .The top 2 risk factors for Lassa fever known were non- covering of food (91.7%) and poor refuse disposal (89.9%). Common symptoms known were headache (69.3%), fever unresponsive to antibiotics (68.4%) and vomiting (66.2%). Major practices to prevent it were covering of food (98.2%), not eating rats (97.4%) and keeping a clean environment (95.6%). Only 15.8% stopped burning bushes, 32.9% stopped drinking garri and 17.5% fumigated their houses as practices to prevent Lassa fever. Age was significantly associated with level of knowledge. (p=0.000). Good level of knowledge of Lassa fever was found among community members though some misconceptions still existed. Intensified health education is recommended.

Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infection (CAUTI) is the most common healthcare associated infection arising as the complication at intensive care units accounting for 80% of all hospital acquired infections .Urinary tract infections (UTI) are the most commonly reported Health Associated Infections (HAIs) in the United States, accounting for 32% of all infections Weber, Sickbert-Bennett et al., 2011. Although many preventive measures and guidelines to prevent CAUTI exist in different health care setting. The main purpose of this study was, to assess the knowledge and attitude of nurses towards the prevention of catheter associated urinary tract infection in the ICU’s of the public hospitals Lahore. A cross sectional descriptive survey was performed to assess the knowledge and attitude among Nurses. A convenient sample of n=160 was used to collect the data. A structured adopted questionnaire from knowledge, attitude and practice of nurses towards the prevention of catheter associated urinary tract infection in selected referral hospitals in rwanda was used to collect data. The questionnaire consisted demographic variables, Knowledge and attitude of nurses about CAUTI among the nurses of the ICU at public hospitals Lahore. The findings reveals that majority of participants 48.75% were having moderate knowledge towards CAUTI prevention, having 48.13% poor knowledge and 3.13% having only good knowledge. However, attitude of nurses toward CAUTI prevention was 60% negative and 40% positive. The data was analyzed on SPSS version 21. Overall knowledge is satisfactory however negative attitude needs much attention.

The price of fake products is much lower than that of genuine brand products. The consumer willing to buy fake products, consist in their can or cannot to discriminate difference between the fake goods with authentic branded products. Or because their attitude themselves do not reject the fake products. Or they maybe buy the fake products. Will even be to attention about whether some authentic branded products have fake goods can to buy? This study use the questionnaire was developing to interview loyal user of branded. The results reported that the uneven wealth is the main cause of fake products.

The present study investigates the comparison of hand hygienic practices in nurses of neonate and pediatric unit allied hospital and DHQ hospital Faisalabad. Hand hygiene is a primary measure to reduce infection in neonates. Hand hygiene is a simple procedure. That can help in reducing morbidity and mortality rate. The purpose of this study is to comparison of hand hygienic practices in nurses of neonate and pediatric unit Allied hospital and DHQ hospital Faisalabad. To assess nurses compliance of hand hygiene related to new born care. To assess association between hand hygiene training and hand washing practice. The study’s methodology involved descriptive quantitative study design. Sample size was 180. Questionnaires were distributed to the nurses of two hospitals. 150 questionnaires returned back. Questionnaire was containing in 3 sections. The data analysis was done using SPSS software version 21. Results describes about I receive formal training for hand hygiene. Results indicate that 100% respondents were Agree with the statement. The mean is 1.0000 with .00000 standard deviation. Results describes about There is a relationship between good hand hygiene practice and hospital acquired infections. Results indicate that 88.0% respondents were strongly agree, 12.0% agree with the statement. The mean is 1.1200 with .32605 standard deviation. Results describes my clinical nursing instructor consistently performs HH when necessary. Results indicate that 65.3% respondents were strongly agree, 28.0% Agree and the UN decided 6.7% with the statement. Hand washing is a primary measure to reduce infection and prevent spread of health care associated infection. Descriptive quantitative design used for this study. Data was collected through adopted questionnaire Descriptive statistics was used for analyzing date.

Ridge density means the number of ridges present in a specified area of a fingerprint and several researches have been carried out on this aspect of fingerprints. This study was conducted with an aim to establish a relationship between sex and fingerprint ridge density. The fingerprints were taken from 100 subjects (50 males and 50 females) in the age group of 18-25 years. After taking fingerprints, the ridges were counted in the upper portion of the radial border of each print for all ten fingers and mean value was calculated. The results have shown that a the ridge density ranges from 7-16 ridges/25mm2 in male and 11-17 ridges/25mm2 in females. It has been successful to support the hypothesis that women tend to have a statistically significant greater ridge density than men

Over the years, the issue of SBA in Malaysia continues to gain attention. The issue that highlighted in this study is the reliability and validity of SBA as an assessment system. It is an unquestionable fact that teachers are given power to assess their students; however, due to lack of information, training, materials, guidelines and infrastructure in executing the SBA, it has led to a subjective evaluation. Thus this article intend to examine teachers‟ perception on the effectiveness of SBA practiced in secondary schools. The researcher investigated teachers‟ perceptions of the role of SBA in teaching and learning mathematics. The nature of the study will be a quantitative approach. A questionnaire with three different parts was designed to collect the data. The descriptive statistics, logistic regression analysis and Pearson correlation were used to answer all respective research questions in this quantitative study. Results and findings led to the conclusion that the teachers who responded “SBA is effective” have a higher probability to have a positive perception on the students‟ achievement in Mathematics.

Neonatal thrombocytopenia is one of the most common hematological problems encountered in the NICU. We designed a study to determine the frequency, etiological profile, predisposing factors of thrombocytopenia in our NICU. The clinical impact of thrombocytopenia and its influence on the neonate's outcome were also studied. Methods: 179 consecutive NICU admissions in a 6 month period were included in our study. The subjects were grouped into 3 cohorts based on their platelet counts and their association with various variables was studied. The efficacy of the treatment protocol practiced for thrombocytopenia was evaluated. The neonates were followed up over a period of 6 months. To assess the prognostic value of severe thrombocytopenia; 12 variables that were significantly associated with poor outcome in the univariate analysis including low platelet count, along with other variables that are known to be associated with a poor outcome in NICU graduates, were subjected to multiple logistic regression using SPSS 13.0. Results: The prevalence of thrombocytopenia in our NICU was 39%. Septicemia was the common etiology. Maternal PIH, age at presentation, NEC, DIC, candiduria and assisted ventilation were identified as the predisposing factors. Severe thrombocytopenia was independently associated with a poor outcome based on multiple logistic regressions. Conclusion: Neonatal thrombocytopenia is far more common in our NICU as compared to that of the western studies. Septicemia is the most common cause. There are various predisposing factors for neonatal thrombocytopenia. Severe thrombocytopenic neonates are more likely to bleed and have a prolonged clinical course. Severe thrombocytopenia can be used as a prognostic indicator in sick NICU graduates. Fresh whole blood transfusion is a good alternative to platelet concentrates in the treatment of severe thrombocytopenia

The study examined the attitudes of nomadic parents to girl-child education in nomadic schools in Mubi Educational Zone. It also investigated the nature of educational provisions for the nomads. The study employed survey research design. The population of the study consists of all the 20 nomadic primary schools in the five local governments in the educational zone. The sample size of 120 nomadic teachers was chosen from ten nomadic primary schools in all the five local governments through stratified sampling technique using class, sex and locality as strata. The research instrument for this study titled “Attitudes of Nomadic Parents towards the Education of Girl-Child” (ANPEG) was self-developed by the researchers. The face and content validity of the instrument was established by two experts both in Counselling Psychology and Test and Measurement in the Department of Science Education, Adamawa State University Mubi. The reliability test was carried out in a nomadic primary school in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State using test re-test method, and the reliability coefficient was 0.89.

This study is aimed at evaluating the outsourcing program at PT. Pelindo II Bengkulu, whether the outsourcing program at PT Pelindo II Bengkulu provided benefits to the company, for the outsourced employees themselves, and for the absorption of the workforce in general. The study was conducted by applying the evaluation research by using the Context, Input, Process, Product (CIPP) model approach. The source of the data used in this study was from company outsourcing users, outsourcing provider companies, and the outsourced workforce itself. The instruments of the study were observation, deep interview, questionnaires, and documentation. Furthermore, the data were analyzed descriptively through discussion and triangulation. Elements that became aspects being evaluated in this CIPP model approach were C (Context evaluation), I (Input evaluation), P (Process evaluation), and P (Product evaluation). Was it useful for the outsourcing program at PT Pelindo II Bengkulu, for outsourced employees, and for the absorption of workers in general?. This evaluation study resulted in findings that outsourcing program had given positive impact for cost efficiency at PT Pelindo II Bengkulu. This outsourcing program did not give definite future for the outsourced employees. The outsourcing program had provided wider employment opportunities for job seekers and many of the type of work outsourced by PT. Pelindo II Bengkulu did not meet the provisions in the Regulation from Minister of Manpower and Transportation of the Republic of Indonesia number 19 Year 2012 regarding the terms and conditions of delivery of part of the implementation jobs to other companies.

The study investigated perception of teachers on indiscipline among secondary school students in Gombi Eduucational Zone of Adamawa State. The study adopted survey research design. The population of the study was 7,468. A sample size of 120 was drawn through stratified sampling technique was drawn through stratified sampling technique. A research instrument titled „Perception of Teachers on Indiscipline among Secondary School Students (PTISSS) was adapted from Olaitan, Mohammed and Ajibola (2013). The validity of the research instrument was carried out by two experts both in Counselling Psychology and Test and Measurement. Test re-test method was used to carry out the reliability of the instrument and the reliability coefficient was 0.84. The results revealed that students‟ misbehaviour is a prevailing problem affecting schools in Gombi Educational Zone. It was also revealed that indiscipline of students is as a result of poor seating arrangement with no locker and chairs, overcrowded population of students and imitating the unruly behaviour of colleagues. In conclusion, students‟ misconduct in the classroom interferes with teaching and learning and this could be precursor to school dropout and similar negative social outcomes. Therefore it was recommended that all members of the staff, including the principals and vice principals should exhibit the spirit of teamwork in order to energize morale and enhance staff motivation and also Government should provide conducive learning environment for learners in secondary schools in order to help minimize indiscipline among students.

Paederus dermatitis is a type of irritant contact dermatitis caused by beetles of the Paederus species. The objectives of this study were to know the incidence, clinical varieties, histopathological changes, and microbiological findings. Methods: 100 patients of Paederus dermatitis were considered, a detailed history was taken and a general examination was done. Skin biopsy and skin swabs were taken from all the patients and findings were noted. Follow-up was done to know the prognosis of the patients. Results: The study showed that males were more frequently affected than females with a ratio of 3:2, most prevalent in the months of March and September. Itching and burning were common symptoms with the majority of the lesions appearing on uncovered areas of the body. The most common lesions seen were erythema, vesicles, and erosions. Different stages of the lesions showed different histopathological changes with epidermal necrosis, dermal edema, and lymphocytic infiltrate being most common. Hyperpigmentation was a common complication which could be avoided if treatment is taken in the early stages. Conclusion: Pruritus was the predominant complaint in the patients with burning sensation being present in almost equal numbers. Hyperpigmentation was the main complication which was long-standing if the patients did not initiate treatment in the early stages of the disease. Use of preventive measures against the beetles along with prompt treatment reduces the complications and improves the quality of life for the patient.

In the face of the rising cost of secondary education, the concept of unit cost of secondary education is gaining great importance. This study analyzed Unit Cost of Day and Boarding secondary schools in Nandi County, Kenya. Specifically the study sought; to establish variable cost, to determine unit cost, to compare unit cost and government fees limits and to compare unit cost of Day and Boarding secondary schools. This study was guided by Cost Function derived from the Education Production Function theory. The study employed survey as a research strategy; targeted all the principals in 186 public secondary schools, It employed stratified random sampling and then systematic random sampling. A pilot study was used in determining the reliability where Pearson Product Moment Coefficient (r) of 0.807 was obtained. For Validity of the research tools, experienced team of supervisors carefully and critically examined the instruments. Data was analyzed using means, percentages and ttest. The findings revealed that, Variable cost for the period (2012-2015) in Day and Boarding schools was Ksh.1.2 billion and Ksh.1.7 billion respectively. It was found out that, average unit cost for the period 2012-2015 was Ksh. 22,263 and Ksh. 54,828 for Day and Boarding schools respectively. This study found out that, majority (70%) of the Boarding schools spent within the set government fees limit while majority (76%) of the Day schools in this study spent beyond the set limit; there was a significant difference in unit cost between Boarding and Day secondary schools. (t(121) = 31.516, p = 0.000); The findings of this study will generate ideas for better and more ingenious cost management. To manage unit cost of secondary education, there is need to; appreciate the concept of cost unit cost, improve effectiveness of school management, effectively utilize monetary resource and practice prudence in financial management.

There have been conflicting reports by researchers on the effect of aqueous leaf extract of Ocimum gratissimum (OG) on haematological parameters This study was carried out to evaluate the dose-dependent effect of OG leaf extract on some haematological parameters in wistar rats. Twenty-four male rats were randomly assigned into four groups of six rats each. Group 1 was a control while groups 2, 3 and 4 were test groups (T1 – T3) and were given 450mg/kg, 800mg/kg and 1800mg/kg respectively of OG leaf extract daily for 30 days. All rats had free access to water and rat chow. Results showed a significantly decreased RBC count in T2 (p<0.05) and T3 (p<0.01) compared with control. Platelet count and PCV were significantly decreased in T3 (p<0.05) compared with control. A significant increase in total WBC count was observed in T1 (p<0.05) and T2 (p<0.01) when compared with control. A significant reduction in neutrophil count in T1 (p<0.05), T2 (p< 0.05) and T3 (p<0.01) compared with control was observed. Lymphocyte count was significantly increased in T1 (p<0.05), T2 (p<0.01) and T3 (p<0.01) compared with control. There was no significant difference in MCV, MCH and MCHC in the different groups. In conclusion, aqueous leaf extract of Ocimum gratissimum caused reduction in RBC count, PCV, platelet count and neutrophil count but caused increases in total WBC count and lymphocyte count