ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
Causes of Nursing Faculty Turnover
Sumaira Riyasat, Ali Waqas, Muhammad Azhar, Syed Amir Raza Gillani, Robina Kousar
Page no 433-440 |
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Healthcare system faced with a critical shortage of nursing faculty. One of the challenges faced by deans and directors of schools of nursing is to identify strategies that will encourage faculty to stay in academic. Establishing a clear relationship between these variables is vital to resolving the problem of faculty shortage. The literature review provides limited accounts of the various dimensions. The current study investigates the influence of workload, job satisfaction and role conflict on nursing faculty turnover in private schools of nursing of Lahore, Pakistan. The study was conducted in private schools of nursing and online questioner was floated. A quantitative, descriptive and correlational cross sectional study design was used for this study. The self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 122 nursing faculty of private schools of nursing of Lahore, Pakistan through simple random sampling. The data were collected by using questionnaires and used multiple regression analysis. The results of the current study reveal that workload and role conflict has significant and positive relationship with nursing faculty turnover and a job satisfaction has significant and negative relationship with nursing faculty turnover. Academic sector authorities should adopt these strategies to reduce the nursing faculty turnover in current position. Furthermore, limitations and recommendations are given in the last chapter.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
The Indoor Optimization Experiment of Gel and Chemical Alternating Injection after Polymer Flooding
Chang Liu, Ji-Hong Zhang, Si-Qi Tian
Page no 71-74 |
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It is a kind of enhanced oil recovery technology with good use value and application prospect. It can obviously
improve the oil recovery after flood drive. In order to investigate the effect of polymer flooding What kind of chemical
agent alternately can make the best effect of flooding, the highest economic efficiency, carried out the gel and chemical
agent into the indoor optimization experiment. Firstly, the effect of gelation of polymer and polymer, surfactant and
binary compound system on the experiment was studied. The results showed that the gelation of the gel was similar to
that of the binary composite system And the cost and economic benefits of the three chemicals were compared. The
results showed that the ratio of gel to polymer was higher than that of the polymer, and the optimum pore volume was
0.35 ~ 0.5PV, to guide the scene of the remaining oil after the polymer to further tap the potential.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
Anthropometric and Blood Pressure Measurements, Lipids and Lipoproteins Levels and Total Antioxidant Status of Pre and Postmenopausal School Teachers in Osogbo, South-West Nigeria
Olisekodiaka MJ, Onuegbu AJ, Igbeneghu C, Amah UK, Okwara JE, Uzoka OC
Page no 428-432 |
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This study measured the blood pressure, lipid, lipoproteins and total antioxidant status in physically active premenopausal and postmenopausal school teachers in selected secondary schools in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria. Thirty six premenopausal (group I) and forty postmenopausal (group II) participated in the study. Body weight, height, waist- hip circumference, Systolic blood pressure (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of the teachers were measured. Body mass index (BMI), waist-hip ratio (WHR), pulse pressure (PP) and mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) were calculated using standard formulae. Total Cholesterol (TC), Triglycerides (TG), high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) were measured by enzymatic methods. Low Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-C) and Very Low Density Lipoproteins Cholesterol (VLDLC) were calculated using Friedewald's equation. Total Antioxidant Status (TAS) was measured by spectrophotometric method. Results showed that the means of BMI (30.98 ± 4.86), WHR (0.87 ± 0.10), TG (1.74 ± 0.50) and VLDL (0.79 ± 0.23) in group II were increased (p<0.05) when compared with corresponding means of BMI (28.19± 4.81), WHR (0.85± 0.06), TG (0.89 ± 0.80) and VLDL (0.40 ± 0.36) in group I. A decrease in mean TAS (1.16 ± 0.07) in group II was observed when compared with corresponding mean TAS (1.24 ± 0.03) of group I. A negative association (r = -0.371, p<0.01) was observed between age and TAS. No difference was seen in mean SBP, DBP and levels of TC, HDL-C, and LDL-C in group II when compared with values of group I. Changes in TAS, lipids and lipoproteins observed in post menopausal women could be associated with oxidative stress, aging process and hormonal changes in menopause and could lead to an increased risk in developing CVD despite absence of a sedentary lifestyle.
CASE REPORT | May 30, 2017
Sound Sleep without Sound: A Cutting Edge Device for Sleep Apnoea- A Case Report
Dr. Vivek B Chandran, Dr. P. Rajkumar, Dr. T. Sreelal, Dr. Aparna Mohan, Dr. Anil Koruthu, Dr. Giri Chandramohan
Page no 115-118 |
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Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) includes mouth breathing, snoring, upper airway resistance syndrome
(UARS), and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). Obstructive sleep apnoea is defined as 5 or more episodes of complete
(apnoea) or partial (hypopnea) upper airway obstruction per hour of sleep. In this case report we are describing one such
case of sleep apnoea where patient is treated using devices. Satisfactory results were acquired post appliance insertion in
the patient thereby indicating that in moderate cases appliances can be used to manage sleep apnoea.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
Impact of Mandatory Information Disclosure on Compliance with CAMA 2004
Kwaji, Sini Fave, Ahmed Bello Bawa, Ishaya John Dabari
Page no 568-577 |
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This study examined the impact of mandatory information disclosure on compliance with companies and
allied matter Act(CAMA) of telecommunication companies in Nigeria. The study adopted ex-post facto research design
which relied on secondary data collected from the financial statements of three (3) telecommunication companies for the
period of 2004 to 2015. The multiple regression model was used to analyze the data. The results indicated that computed
compliance index of telecommunication companies were partially complied (av.75.6%) with the requirements of
regulatory agencies. Furthermore, the finding revealed that accounting policies has significant impact at 1%, this shows
positive compliance by the telecommunication companies, balance sheet and profit and loss has significant impact at 5%.
This means that there is a partial compliance by the telecommunication companies, the auditor’s report has significant
impact at 10%, and this shows weak compliance by the telecommunication companies. While directors report is
insignificant. This means that there is non- compliance by the telecommunication companies. It is concluded that the
level of compliance with existing regulation required was partial which showed some internal weaknesses and
consequent distress in the operations of the telecommunication companies in Nigeria. To this effect, there is a clarion call
for the enforcement of full compliance by all the Telecommunication companies in Nigeria. It is therefore recommended
that National Communication Commission should monitor the compliance with the requirements of mandatory
information disclosure and pursue its objective to achieve best corporate governance practices in Nigerian
telecommunication companies.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
Teacher’s Job Satisfaction: An Analysis of School’s Principal Leadership and School Culture at the State Islamic Senior High School in Jambi Province
Mukhtar, Hapzi Ali, Rusmini
Page no 404-415 |
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Job satisfaction in performing the task is important for the performance and productivity of a person. This
study aims to analyze the influence of school’s principal leadership and school culture on teacher’s job satisfaction at the
State Islamic Senior High School in Jambi Province. This research uses quantitative research method with path analysis
technique, that is R Square analysis, partial hypothesis test with t test and simultaneously with F test, with alpha 5%
(0,05). The total population are 890 teachers and 260 teachers as sample with using them as sample of area. Data analysis
was done by using SPSS version 20.0 software. The result of this research has shown that the school’s principal and
school culture had a significant effect on teacher's job satisfaction either partially or simultaneously.
REVIEW ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
Pakistan Meat Exports: Strategizing Productivity Enhancement. A Policy Paper
Shoaib Sarwar, Dr. Muhammad Aleem
Page no 561-567 |
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This chronicle encompasses the value chain of Pakistan Meat Exports with the help of industry stakeholders.
Global Halal food trade is believed to be approximately US$ 1.3 billion, which was US$ 0.5 billion, annually, just 5-6
years ago. The case study of country’s meat export has indicated the existing condition of farmers, meat processors,
exporters, target markets, supply chains management, marketing approaches, financial constraints, and sustainability of
business. The exporters have been competing in 8-10% share of carcass (meat with bones) market globally and
neglecting 90-92% share of boneless and value added meat products internationally. India has become the largest
exporter of meat products in 2017 with 1,925,000 Metric Tons and China’s growing population and demand for food
products have made them one of the biggest importers of meat/meat products (950,000 Metric Tons), respectively in
recent years as illustrated by USDA. FAO has stated that human meat protein consumption will rise from 25.5 kg to 37
kg by 2030. The research methodology used for this policy paper is semi structured interviews and meetings with meat
industry stakeholders. Pakistan meat export is at 35,388 Metric tons and worth of US$ 244 million (2015) which
constitutes predominantly the chilled carcass meat. Its value added meat products has negligible share in global market
due to non-reliable supply chain, lack of local meat brands, and poorly managed marketing strategies. Majority of our
meat exporters have been dealing with Pakistani expatriates overseas which has high risk due to financial fragility.
Proposals and recommendations have been submitted on small to medium term and medium to long term strategies to
increase the profitability and productivity of meat export sector of Pakistan. It is highly recommended to establish local
meat brands, which will aid the industry to learn with meat production, processing, supply chain, and marketing
management to further compete in world meat market. Nevertheless, it is only possible after de-capping the price of meat
in the local markets.
REVIEW ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
The Almajiri Palaver in Northern Nigeria: How Islamic?
Yakubu Tahir Maigari
Page no 396-404 |
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The word “Almajiri” is a Hausa language is derived from Arabic “Al-Muhajir” Any one of the early Muslims
who had migrated from any place to Madinah during the life time of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), before the
conquest of Mecca, and also the one who refrains from all things forbidden by Allah. Muhajirun the plural form of the
word means: the emigrants. A term used for all those who migrated with their Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from
Makkah to Madinah. Both words i.e. the singular and the plural were driven from the word “Hajarah” which means to
flee one‟s country, to migrate, to emigrate. In Quran: He who flees his country in the path of Allah‟s religion (Q4:100).
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
Factors Influencing Non-Performing Loans in Registered Savings and Credit CoOperative Societies in Kenya: A Case of Trans Elite County Sacco in Nandi County
Samoei, Hillary Kiprotich, Dr. Makokha Elizabeth Nambuswa, Prof. Namusomge Gregory
Page no 507-512 |
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The purpose of the study was to investigate the factors influencing non-performing loans in registered savings
and credit co-operative societies in Kenya: A case study of Trans Elite County SACCO in Nandi County. The study
sought to achieve the following research objective to determine the influence of members’ personal characteristics on
non-performing loans. The study was guided by asymmetry theory. Research study employed descriptive research
design. The target population was 5214 members. The study utilised stratified random sampling design. The researcher
randomly sampled 10% of the target population for the study from the SACCO members. The research instrument for
this study were structured questionnaires developed by the researcher which included close ended questions giving scales
that refer to questions that ask respondents to rank their answers at a particular point on a scale. The questionnaires were
piloted in similar SACCO outside the county of study before the actual research to determine their reliability. The
validity was determined by giving the questionnaires to the supervisors and research experts to vet the items used in the
questionnaires. Data collected for this study was analysed by use of descriptive analysis techniques for which Statistical
Package for Social Sciences (SPSS Version 22) was used to analyse data to generate reports in form of frequencies and
percentages. The researcher utilized multiple linear regression model to establish the relationship between the dependent
variable and the independent variables and Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation Coefficient was used to establish the
strengths between the variables. The findings is presented using tables and percentages arising from the analysis. The
findings of the research study is of use to the SACCOs in efforts to deal with non-performing loans. The study also
provide insights to policy makers in SASRA and in Central Bank of Kenya. The study further contributed to the existing
body of knowledge regarding non-performing loans and motivate further research in other areas which were not covered
under this study.
REVIEW ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
Health Hazards of Special Stains
Bharadwaj Bordoloi, Rohit Jaiswal, Safia Siddiqui, Aanchal Tandon
Page no 175-178 |
10.21276/sjpm
Special stains are dyes that are used for special purpose and are not used routinely in a histopathology
laboratory. They are of special interest in research and diagnostic. Most of the special stains are synthetic stains and are
composed of harmful chemicals. Continuous and regular exposure to them possesses serious risks to health. Many of the
synthetic special stains are found to be genotoxic, mutagenic, immunotoxic and carcinogenic. Their safe handling and
disposal is very important from the point of view of health and environmental safety. This review focuses on the effects
of the chemical dyes on human health.
REVIEW ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
The Factors that Affect Poverty in Jambi Province in Perspective Islam
Sudirman, M. Alhudori
Page no 591-599 |
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One of the problems facing in third world countries is the problem of poverty so that this issue as if it has the
appointment of for a third world countries in developed countries although there are still a problem poverty but this does
not becomes a serious problem different from third world countries.Jambi Provincenow with a population of more than 3
million people, There are still 11 percent of the poor, while the it had already directed and administered to regional
development be done in integrated and sustainable in accordance with priorities and regional needs each with roots and
national development the target through short-term development long-term.The purpose of this study to analyze the
factors that affect poverty in Jambi province Islamic studyway of looking at is using thetime the data series, there are
several variables used in this study allegedly as a factor in poverty reduction in the province of Jambi.Equipment used in
the analysis of this study is simultaneous model using eviews-4 software the equation of analysis of this study almost all
of the variables used in this study has a positive effect on poverty in Jambi province in 2000–2014.Education has a
significant relationship to poverty in the province of Jambi, but there are positive influence, while productivity have a
direction and a negative correlation to poverty, but has a positive relationship, the workforce has a positive relationship to
poverty, per capita income has ties and influence positive against poverty while investment has a negative relationship
and also a negative influence on poverty in the province of Jambi, zakat infaq and sodaqoh have a very significant
influence on poverty in the province of Jambi. Zakat, alms infaq and a very significant instrument in Islam to the decline
of poverty in the province of Jambi, because zakat is one solution within a very epektif poverty reduction because the
meaning of the word zakat includes the word grows and develops.
CASE REPORT | May 30, 2017
Cemento-Ossifying Fibroma of Mandible- A Case Report
Rahul Deb, Srijon Mukherji, Nishant Singh, Vijayendra Kumar
Page no 119-122 |
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Cemento-Ossifying fibromas are rare fibro-osseous lesions that affect the jaw bones and are included
in the group of mesodermal odontogenic tumours. Clinically, it is a large asymptomatic tumor of aggressive
appearance. Four separate categories have been identified: Periapical cemental dysplasia, benign cementoblastoma,
cementifying fibroma and a rare gigantiform variety. It has been suggested that the origin of these tumour is
odontogenic or from periodontal ligament. This lesions commonly seen in women in 3rd and 4th decade of life.
Usually in the jaw region the lesions are found mostly in the tooth bearing area. In this article, we present two
cases of unusual presentation of Central Ossifying Fibroma involving lower border of mandible and its
management.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
Credit Risk Management: Implications on Bank Performance and Lending Growth
Taiwo JN, Ucheaga, EG, Achugamonu, BU, Adetiloye, K., Okoye, L., Agwu, M.E
Page no 584-590 |
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This study is an empirical investigation into the quantitative effect of credit risk management on the
performance of Nigeria’s Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) and Bank lending growth over the period of 17 years (1998-
2014). Secondary data for empirical analysis was obtained from CBN Statistical bulletin 2014 and World Bank (WDI)
2015. The study employed multiple linear regression model to analyze the time series data. The result showed that sound
credit management strategies can boost investors and savers confidence in banks and lead to a growth in funds for loans
and advances which leads to increased bank profitability.. The findings revealed that credit risk management has an
insignificant impact on the growth of total loans and advances by Nigerian Deposit money banks. The study therefore
recommends that DMBs in Nigeria should strictly adhere to their credit appraisal policies which ensures that only credit
worthy borrowers have access to loanable funds. Banks are to ensure that funds are allocated to borrowers with decent to
high credit ratings.
CASE REPORT | May 30, 2017
CBCT Guided Implant Supported Overdenture with Balanced Occlusion - A Case Report
Dr. P. Rajkumar, Dr. Vivek B Chandran, Dr. T. Sreelal, Dr. Aparna Mohan, Dr. Giri Chandramohan
Page no 110-114 |
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An implant-supported overdenture may be practically advantageous over conventional complete denture and
removable partial denture. They reduce bone resorption and has greater prosthesis stability, improved maintenance and
better esthetics. Implant supported overdenture may reduce the amount of soft-tissue coverage and extension of the
prosthesis. Hygiene condition and home maintenance procedures are improved with the overdenture compared with fixed
prosthesis. Implant supported overdenture limits lateral movements and consequently minimize soft-tissue trauma.
Greater stability of implant-supported overdenture drives from mechanical attachment of the implant support system
retaining the restoration. In severe resorption cases, this is a better alternative than the fixed restoration.
REVIEW ARTICLE | May 30, 2017
The Comparative Advantage of Malaysia Manufactured Exports
Nazirah Zam, Noor Azuddin Yakob
Page no 521-531 |
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This paper analyses the changes of trade pattern for Malaysia’s exports by calculating reveal comparative
advantage (RCA) indices over time. This study is based on 144 manufactures comparative advantage in the world and
Vietnam market. It classifies 144 kinds of manufactures by technology level into five general groups and nine small
groups, which cover the majority of Malaysia’s manufactured goods. This paper undertakes an analysis of the
comparative advantage of Malaysia manufactured goods from 2010 to 2015. The results indicate that most of the
products with comparative advantage in the world market are high technology products, particularly E&E products and
process industries products. In term of Vietnam market, agriculture-based products and process industries are more
dominance. However, Malaysia manufactured products competitiveness in Vietnam market have shifted from low
technology products to medium technology products which indicates the same pattern with the world.