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To Be Or Not To Be? What Makes a Child Dyslexic: An Overview on Risk Factors and Correlated Clinical Aspects

Claudio Rosa & Carlo Aleci · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Developmental dyslexia, one of the most common neuro-developmental disorders, is frequently under-diagnosed or diagnosed late. Despite there is consensus on the neurobiological and genetic basis and on the environmental influence, the multi-faceted aspects of dyslexia and the com...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i630198

Family Domestic Violence: Impact on Children in Lusaka, Zambia

Mwenso Mwandu, Kusanthan Thankian, Gaurav B. Menon, Sidney O. C. Mwaba & J. Anitha Menon · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Aim: To explore the experiences of children exposed to domestic violence in Lusaka District, Zambia. Study Design: A qualitative exploratory approach was adopted for this study. Place and Duration of the Study: The study took place in Lusaka district over a period of 8 months. Th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i530197

Assessment of Fasting Blood Glucose Level of Undergraduates in Abeokuta Ogun State Nigeria

Nupo Sunday Sedodo, Olunusi Patience Abosede, O. A. Ilori, M. K. Adenekan, Ojo Mariam Idowu, A. O. Nupo & J. V. Akinlotan · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Objectives: Impaired Fasting Glucose (IFG) is a condition where Fasting Blood Glucose (FBG) is above normal but not high enough to be considered diabetic. Impaired fasting glucose is linked with many co-morbid diseases such as obesity, dyslipidemia and hypertension. The study ass...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i530196

Ethnotherapeutic Profile of Medicinal Plants Used during Postnatal Recovery (Postpartum) in South Eastern Nigeria: A Review

V. Adaku Iwueke & C. Ezinne Chukwu · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Plant derived bioactive constituent has lead credence to usage of medicinal plants namely spices in postnatal recovery in most cultures especially in South Eastern Nigeria. Postpartum is a critical phase leading to recovery for the nursing mother and improved health condition for...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i530195

Practices of Nurses for the Care of Premature in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: A Literature Review

Renata Santos Silva, Árgila Gonçalves de Carvalho Santana, Thayná Oliveira Militão, Letícia Gomes de Oliveira, Lilian Clélia Machado Fagundes, Caroline Marinho Pereira, Ludmilla Marinho Maciel, Cláudia Catarina de Andrade Monteiro, Felipe Souza Nascimento, Thifanny Gonçalves de Lira, Larissa Maria Soares Ribeiro, Sarah Nunes Gaia & Carlos Magno Vitor da Silva · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Objective: To analyze the nursing care provided to premature infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Methods: Descriptive study with a qualitative approach, such as literature review. The selection of articles took place from August to October 2018. The searches resulted in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i530194

Effect of Three Pickling Agents on the Physico-chemical Properties of Two Varieties of Cucumber Stored under Tropical Ambient Conditions

A. Boakye- Dankwa, B. K. Maleekuu, P. Kumah & P. K. Tandoh · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

The experiment was conducted to determine the effect of three pickling agents on the physico-chemical properties of two varieties of cucumber (Poinsett and Marketmore) stored under ambient conditions for 90 days. A 2x3 factorial design in a Completely Randomized Design with 3 rep...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i530193

Evaluation of the Antinutrients, Amino Acid Profile and Physicochemical Properties of Hura crepitan Seed

E. C. Nwokenkwo, J. N. Nwosu, N. C. Onuegbu, I. A. Olawuni & A. F. Ofoedum · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

The Objectives of the Study: To evaluate the Antinutritional components, Amino acid profiles and the physic-chemical properties of Hura crepitan (Sand box) seed. Design of the Study: This study was structured to fit into using a combination of T-test and one way Analysis of Varia...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i530192

Adaptability of COVID-19 Safety Guidelines in Building Construction Sites in Anambra State, Nigeria

F. O. Ezeokoli, M. I. Okongwu & D. O. Fadumo · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Aim: The study evaluates how COVID-19 safety rules were applied in construction sites in Anambra state, Nigeria. Study Design: The study being a survey research was effected through literature review, a well-structured questionnaire and interview. Place and Duration of the Study:...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i430191

A Study of Cyclists, Participation Motivation, Serious Leisure and Recreational Specialization

Chou, Hsiu- Yueh · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

The purpose of this study is to analyze the structural relationship among cyclists’ participation motivation; serious leisure and recreational specialization. In this study, cyclists were used as the research object, non-random sampling method was used, and a total of 237 effecti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i430190

Prevalence and Predictors of Elevated Pulmonary Artery Pressure in Nigerian Children with Sickle Cell Anaemia

Usman Muhammad Sani, Usman Muhammad Waziri, Nma M. Jiya, Hamidu Ahmed, Khadijat Omeneke Isezuo & Bilkisu Ilah Garba · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Background: Sickle Cell Anaemia (SCA) is the most common inherited disorder in Nigeria. Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) is a known complication of SCA that commences from childhood and progresses as they grow older. Aim: To determine the prevalence and predictors of elevated pulmonar...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i430188

On the Sums of Squares of Generalized Tribonacci Numbers: Closed Formulas of Σn k=0 xkW2

Yüksel Soykan · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

In this paper, closed forms of the sum formulas Σn k=0 xkW2 k ; Σn k=0 xk Σ Wk+1Wk and n k=0 xkWk+2Wk for the squares of generalized Tribonacci numbers are presented. As special cases, we give summation formulas of Tribonacci, Tribonacci-Lucas, Padovan, Perrin numbers and the oth...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i430187

Identification of Active Compounds of Annona muricata (Soursop) Leaf Wax Extract Using GC-MS

Fai F. Yirankinyuki, Buhari Magaji, Wilson L. Danbature & Abdullah M. Abdullah · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Soursop plant (Annona muricata L.), is widely used for both industrial and medicinal applications. In view of this, the present study aims at extraction and characterization of soursop leaf wax using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). The results of the GC-MS analysis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i430186

Factor Analysis Model for Diagnostic Assessment and Instructional Approaches in Ghana’s New Curriculum: The Case of Differentiation, Scaffolding and Inclusion

Bosson-Amedenu Senyefia, Osei-Asibey Eunice & Otoo Henry · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Ghana’s new Basic Education Curriculum emphasizes on ensuring that every learner benefits from the teaching and learning process. The study used the survey research design aimed at determining the predictive power with which use of Scaffolding, Differentiated techniques and Inclu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i430185

Determinants of Intrauterine Fetal Death among Unbooked Paturients at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Southern Nigeria

Terhemen Kasso, Justina Omoikhefe Alegbeleye & Israel Jeremiah · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Background: Intrauterine fetal death (IUFD) is one of the most important problem in reproductive health, especially in developing countries. Unbooked pregnant women are more likely to suffer IUFD. Objectives: To determine the prevalence and risk factors of intrauterine fetal deat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i330182

Relationship between External Morphology and Gonads in Rainbow Lizard (Agama agama) in Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria

A. O. Bamidele & E. O. Mayor · Archives of Current Research International · 2020

Background of the Study: The morphology of any reptile may be affected by different environmental factors such as climate change and habitat related features such as availability of food and other resources. Objective: This study aimed at determining the morphology and sexual var...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2020/v20i330183