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Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University
South La Union Campus INSTITUTE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH AND ALLIED MEDICAL SCIENCES
Agoo, La Union
ISSN 2012-4015 Issue 3
May 2010
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ICHAMS Health Care Journal
THE HEALTHCARE JOURNAL
EDITORIAL STAFF
Melchor Cisnero, RN
Editor-In-Chief
Holly Lou Mangaoang, RN,MAN
Associate Editor
Keiko Marie Sacayanan, RN
Jima Jose, RN
Encoders
ICHAMS Faculty and Students Contributors
CONSULANTS:
Dr. Inocencio D. Mangaoang, Jr.
DMMMSU SLUC Chancellor
Prof. Ofelia O. Valdehueza
ICHAMS Director
Dr. Eligio Sacayanan
R & E Head
Dr. Elsie Pacho
Coordinator on Instruction
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DMMMSU SLUC ICHAMS
MAY 2010
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ICHAMS Health Care Journal
FOREWORD
AACCUP’s preliminary visit to ICHAMS provided positive insights for
institute’s research and extension team to continue on what it had started
from its maiden issue on December 2008. Aside from answering questions
from the Accreditors regarding the ICHAMS’ agenda on this aspect, we also
clarified some things with regards to publication.
One of those was is it alright to publish materials using water-based
inks from desktop printers? I was expecting an answer like as much as
possible, have your outputs be printed from the press but I was
overwhelmed with their answer that “Kahit nga Xerox ok lang!”
These outputs did not only cover areas of research and extension
but likewise under areas of Faculty, Support to students, Curriculum and
Instruction and Administration
And now were still on the run with our third issue consisting of 16
more-highly-scrutinized student researches and 2 faculty-penned outputs in
pursuit of excellence in nursing research.
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DMMMSU Vision:
A distinct Center of excellence in human, material and natural resources development,
globally relevant and competitive, and focused on responsible citizenship, sustained
economic growth and the improvement of the quality of the life of the Filipino.
DMMMSU Mission:
To provide advanced instruction in the arts, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, engineering
and natural sciences as well as in technological and professional fields to provide
research and engage in extension works. (PD 1778)
DMMMSU Philosophy:
It aims at the development of man in his totality, with a critical mind and appropriate
technology to adapt to his environment and contribute to the balanced growth and
progress of the society it serves.
DMMMSU Goals:
The DMMMDU shall lead in transforming human resources in the rural agro industrial
based areas into productive, self reliant countryside leaders for regional development
through quality education.
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ICHAMS Vision:
Graduates of ICHAMS are acclaimed as competent agents in promoting primary and
advanced health and medical services to the community through quality and relevant
programs (IRE) with modern and indigenous technologies, contributing to the physical,
mental and social well-being, of communities and people.
ICHAMS Mission:
The ICHAMS shall provide quality education in Primary health and modern medical
professions focusing on the well being of people and environment and engaging in basic
and applied research which shall be operationalized in the barangays as its community
outreach program.
Goals:
1. To produce quality graduates in the medical and health allied fields.
2. To provide effective community health care services in the field of medical and health
allied courses.
3. To offer course relevant to the health needs and situation of the times.
4. TO reach out to the less privileged but deserving high school graduates who can not
afford to enroll in the private schools in the region.
Objectives:
1. To offer academic programs in the primary and advanced health and medical services.
2. TO provide quality instruction, research and extension programs through modern and
indigenous technologies in the medical sciences.
3. To provide and maintain efficient and effective training of students through varied and
well-guided field of practice.
4. To empower/ train health practitioners in the communities, with skills and new trends in
their profession.
5. To undertake basic and applied researches in modern medical science and in the
indigenous medical practices to contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of health
and medical services to our people and country.
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Research Title Page
FACULTY RESEARCHES
1. Development and Validation of a Worktext in Science, Technology and Society…………………………………………………….
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2. Renal Health Advocacy for Nurses in La Union: A Prototype…. 10
STUDENT RESEARCHES
1. Near Death Experiences of Patients Diagnosed With Cardiovascular Diseases, Respiratory Diseases and Vehicular Accidents in Selected Areas in La Union………………………………..
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2. Effects of Hospital Visit on the Pain Level of Post-CS Clients at ITRMC………………………………………………………………..
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3. Leptospirosis Awareness on Selected Flood-Risk Barangays of La Union……………………………………………………………..
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4. Preventive Practices on Acute Gastroenteritis among the Residents of Barangay Balawarte, Agoo, La Union…………………….
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5. Common Health Problems Encountered During Pregnancy Among College Teachers of DMMMSU- SLUC, Agoo, La Union...
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6. Childrearing Problems Among Adolescent Mothers of Barangay San Isidro and San Manuel Norte, Agoo, La Union…………..
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7. Traditional Practices Through Medicinal Plants Among the Families of Selected Barangays of Pugo, La Union……………….
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8. Bacterial Content of the Most Preferred Foods and Beverage sold Inside DMMMSU-SLUC, Agoo, La Union……………………..
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9. Extent of Awareness on Prevention and Management of Hypertension Among Inmates of the Provincial Jail, San Fernando City, La Union…………………………………………………………..
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10. Coping Mechanisms of the Victims of Typhoon Pepeng at Barangay Samara, Aringay, La Union……………………………….
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11. Perceptions of Senior Citizens on Health Care Services at Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center………………………
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Research Title Page
12. Compliance of DMMMSU ICHAMS BSN Level III and IV Students to the Standards of Ethico Moral Responsibility of Nursing Practice…………………………………………………………………
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13.Prevention and Management of Rabies Among Families of Barangay Central West, Bauang, La Union………………………
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14.Common Medication Errors Committed by Level III and Level IV Students of Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – Institute of Community Health and Allied Medical Science……….
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15.Beliefs and Practices on Longevity of Late Adults in Barangay Patac, Sto. Tomas La Union………………………………………….
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16.The Analgesic Potential of Traditional Hilot Among Sprained Clients…………………………………………………………………..
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Title: ―Development and Validation of a Worktext in Science, Technology and Society‖ Author:Mary Corinne R. Selga,MASE Adviser: Julie N. Mazon, Ph.D The study focused on the development and validation of a worktext in Science, Technology and Society in terms of assessing the availability, adequacy of instructional materials and the needed topics in the course; and the level of validity of the tasks and activities in the developed worktext along content, format and readability. In the construction and development of the worktext, the descriptive method of research was used. The worktext is composed of six chapters. The content of the worktext was subjected to the scrutiny of four competent science teachers; the format was validated by three competent educational media teachers and one validated its readability. All their suggestions and recommendations served as bases for improving the material. The average ratings of all the validators implied that the worktext contributes to the achievement of specific objectives of the subject, provides for the development of higher cognitive skills, was well-organized and well-designed and was suitable to the vocabulary level and ability of the students. Based on the findings of the study, the researcher concludes that (1) there is a need to develop a worktext in Science, Technology and Society that will enhance the performance of nursing students and that will suit their level of understanding; and (2) the developed worktext is valid. The researcher recommends that: (1) the proposed worktext should be evaluated further to determine its effectives through experimentation; (2) teachers may use the worktext to enhance classroom instruction; and (3) more revisions and enrichments are needed to make it more effective and functional.
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ICHAMS Health Care Journal
Title: ―Renal Health Advocacy for Nurses in La Union: A Prototype‖ Author: Holly Lou E. Mangaoang,RN,MAN Adviser: Mary Jane Nones, RN,MAN
This study aimed to determine the renal health practices of nurses in La Union. It was conducted in the calendar year 2009-2010. One hundred seventeen (117) regular staff nurses in five (5) tertiary hospitals were selected using stratified random sampling.
Descriptive survey method and a questionnaire were used in gathering data which were treated using Weighted Mean, Average Weighted Mean, t-test and ANOVA through SPSS. Results show that most nurses are young adults, females, employed in private hospitals with incidence of UTI. Hygiene is always implemented while the rest are often implemented. The extent of implementation of renal health practices differs as to gender. All the renal health practices are strengths of the respondents and a renal health advocacy for nurses in La Union is proposed. Same study can be done considering respondents who are working in secondary and primary hospitals or clinics including variables like number of years employed and area of assignment.
Be an advocate of renal health
and have
HAPPY KIDNEYS!
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NURSE, ARE YOU ONE OF THEM?
Hand hygiene before properly cleaning the genitals.
Avoid drinking coffee, tea and soft drinks.
Perform proper hygiene regularly and before and after sexual intercourse.
Practice stress reduction techniques and maintain adequate rest and sleep.
Yes to fermented milk products such as plain, low fat yogurt three or more times in a week.
Kegel’s exercise daily.
Ingest minimally foods high in sugar, saturated fat and salt.
Drink cranberry juice or other berry juices daily and 6-8 glasses of water everyday even
when on duty.
Never postpone urination, completely empty your bladder, and urinate after baths.
Exercise 30 minutes daily and regularly and maintain ideal body weight.
Yearly urinalysis and check up.
Sustain a clean and suitable comfort room at home and in the hospital.
1. One Filipino develops chronic renal failure every hour and it causes death to about 7,000 Filipinos every year.
2. According to the National Kidney Institute (NKTI) End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) is one of the 10 top leading causes of mortality in the Philippines.
3. According to the Renal Disease Control Program (REDCOP) Report in Region I, as of 2007, there were 373 new ESRD cases in the region, 62 of which came from the province of La Union.
4. In the city of San Fernando, UTI has been consistently in the top 10 leading causes of morbidity. Renal failure, landed the 9th spot in top leading causes of mortality in the year 2006 and after a year, it ended up on the 7th rank.
5. More than half of nurses working in tertiary hospitals in La Union had incidence of UTI when they were employed.
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Behavioral Systems and Coping Mechanisms of Patients with Congestive Heart Failure Lei Marcelle E. Pascua, RN
Adviser: Jill Marie Hermogenes, RN, MAN Objectives and Scope Congestive heart failure behavioral systems model is used by health care providers to help them in understanding and helping a patient suffering from such condition. This study used descriptive type of research utilizing quantitative and qualitative approaches. The main instrument that was used is a questionnaire made by the researcher. Findings The age and occupation has significant relationship with all of the subsystems while gender and highest educational attainment generally do not have significant relationship with most of the behavioral subsystems. A significant relationship was observed between gender and subsystems
Ingestive, Eliminative and Sexual. Educational attainment is significantly correlated with aggressive subsystem.
There were changes that the respondents have experienced for the past month that affected their lives. They have different ways to cope up. Conclusions The proposed congestive heart failure behavioral system model can be utilized by health care providers in caring for patients who suffer from such condition. Recommendations The proposed congestive heart failure behavioral system model should be utilized by health care providers in caring for patients who suffer from such condition. Those patients who have low educational status and those who do not practice functional coping mechanisms should be helped thru teaching, role modeling and counseling of the coping mechanisms they can use. Nurses in the clinical area and in the community are encouraged to do some health teachings that strengthen and develop the coping mechanism of a patient.
Fig 1. Congestive Heart Failure Behavioral System Model
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Health Seeking Behaviors of College Studets Ariston D. Toquero Jr.
Adviser: Jill Marie Hermogenes, RN, MAN Objectives and Scope Health seeking behavior of college students was identified to be used by health care provider, parents and the college students to help them in understanding and helping the college students on what healthy lifestyle they should continue which is found on the proposed healthy lifestyle brochure. This study utilized the non-experimental research and employed the descriptive correlational method. The main instrument that was used is a standardized questionnaire with minor revision done by the researcher. Summary of Findings Majority of the respondents are young and composed mostly of ages between 17 to 19 years old and mostly of female gender which compromised for about less than three-fourth of the total population of the respondents and most of them are under the middle child bracket. The respondents have high level of health seeking behavior in biological, psychological sociocultural but have very high level under environmental aspect and low level of health seeking behavior in politico-economic. The age, sex, and birth rank of the respondents do not relate with their health seeking behavior. The common problem encountered by the college students were classified into five aspects; under biological, most of them answered skipping of meals, irregular eating habits and inadequate intake of nutritious food due to their schedule is being identified, also teenage pregnancy and premarital sex is also identified; under psychological, most of them says that problem arise from numerous requirements, toxic clinical instructors/teachers, family problem which include having a broken family, laziness on the part of student and even having a relationship with the opposite sex is identified as a problem; under sociocultural aspect, most of them stress out that peer pressure is the main cause why some student drink alcohol and use cigarettes; and on environmental aspect, because of the ongoing construction of new building in our school, most of our students says that noise pollution is the main cause for a non-conducive classroom, also bad weather is also mentioned and lastly; under politico-economic, high fare and high cost of commodities , allocate budget for load and even political problem of our country is identified that lead to low budget for school due to corruption. Conclusions The proposed healthy lifestyle brochure for teen can be utilized by college students of this study for a better healthy lifestyle. Recommendations The proposed healthy lifestyle brochure for teen should be given to the college students to see the positive effect of a healthy lifestyle and also the negative effect of a unhealthy lifestyle. The Health care provider, parents, should also be provided with the copies of the proposed healthy lifestyle brochure for further suggestions and recommendations on the improvements of their lifestyle.
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ICHAMS Health Care Journal
Title: Near Death Experiences of Patients Diagnosed With Cardiovascular
Diseases, Respiratory Diseases and Vehicular Accidents in Selected Areas in La Union
Authors: Robert Q. Cabilatazan, Ruby M. Calonge, Haydee B. del Rosario, Girlie Liezel O. Laroya, Rhodessa V. Laroya
Adviser: Holly Lou E.Mangaoang, RN, MAN The study was conducted from June to December 2009. Non probabilistic quota sampling technique was done and thirty respondents who were diagnosed with cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases and vehicular accidents were selected in the different areas in La Union. The study was descriptive-survey method and a structured checklist questionnaire was used. Results show that most of the respondents belong to fifty three (53) to sixty four (64) age group, more are males, Roman Catholics, with non-profession occupation with monthly income below five thousand (5000.00) pesos. Many of the respondents had physical near-death experiences while only few had spiritual near death experience. Subsequently, the near death experiences of the respondents were found to have no significant difference in terms of the cause. Likewise, the near death experiences do not significantly differ when the respondents are grouped according to age, gender, occupation, estimated monthly income and highest educational attainment. However, the near death experiences differ as to religion. Information dissemination should be done to health providers in the form of seminars and lectures and the results of the study can be added in the course discussion to the student nurses in the classroom and clinical setting. The researchers advocate that members of the health care team implement the STOP DEATH strategy which represents the necessary interventions to be carried out to clients in near death. Other researchers can explore further about the near death experiences of people diagnosed with other problems like gastrointestinal, endocrine, reproductive and many more in different location including other variables such as race, ethnic background, type of family structure and the like.
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ICHAMS Health Care Journal
Title: “Effects of Hospital Visit on the Pain Level of Post-CS Clients at ITRMC‖ Researchers: Floravel Dilinila, Emelanie Diza, Shieladelle Dulay, Juan Miguel Fernandez, Pav Harry Fregillana.
The research was conducted to find out the effects of hospital visit on the pain level
of post-CS clients at ITRMC. The design is descriptive and fifteen (15) patients who undergone Caesarian Section Operation and were admitted for one (1) day at ITRMC (OB Ward) were selected by Convenience Sampling. Structured interview using a guide question was done.
It was found that hospital visit decreases the pain level of post-CS clients at ITRMC with a mean difference of 1.87, closeness of relationship is one factor of hospital visit that is significant in decreasing the pain level of post-CS clients at ITRMC with a regression coefficient of 1.000, the number of visitor is not significant in decreasing the pain level of post-CS clients at ITRMC with a regression coefficient of -0.183, the time of visit is not significant in decreasing the pain level of post-CS clients at ITRMC with a regression coefficient of 0.698, and things brought to hospital is one factor of hospital visit with a regression coefficient of 1.358 which make it significant in decreasing the pain level of post-CS clients at ITRMC.
It is recommended that close relatives of post-caesarian section clients are encouraged to visit and bring something such as food, money and clothes. Health care providers should educate the visitors regarding the importance of hospital visit to the alleviation of pain to patients. A similar study should be made in other hospitals not only to post-CS clients but also to other post surgery patients with the use of additional variables that would identify specific things brought to hospital, the degree of closeness of relationship of visitor to client including the client’s profile such as the monthly income, age and number of times the client undergone caesarian section that can affect the pain level of post-CS client.
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Title: ―Leptospirosis Awareness on Selected Flood-Risk Barangays of La Union‖
Authors: Anna Ruth M. Gatchalian, Carla Joyce N. Laron, Jan Alan B. Rosimo, Michelle A. Solomon, Maria Shiela G. Valdez
Adviser: Ronaldo O. Asuncion, M.D.
The study aimed to determine the leptospirosis awareness in flood-risk barangays of La Union. The study was conducted in Brgy. Sta. Lucia, Aringay, La Union, Brgy. Natividad, Naguilian, La Union, and Brgy. Pudoc, Bauang, La Union where in respondents were particularly the residents of the said barangays. The descriptive method was used using a questionnaire.
Majority of the respondents are young adults who have reached tertiary level of education, are dominated by female, who are non-working and are Roman Catholic. The respondents were aware on the mode of entry, mode of transmission, clinical manifestations, safety measures and management but are not aware on the etiology of leptospirosis. The age, gender, educational attainment, occupation, and religious affiliation doesn’t significantly influence the residents from the flooded areas on their level of awareness regarding leptospirosis.
The researchers recommend that health worker in the RHU and local government unit must have proper information dissemination regarding leptospirosis, emphasize environmental sanitation, teaching about the proper safety precautions and develop the interest of the respondents through health related magazines, brochures, pamphlets, listening and watching health programs etc.
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Title: “Preventive Practices on Acute Gastroenteritis among the Residents of Barangay Balawarte, Agoo, La Union‖
Authors: Ryan Dominic Ferdinand C. Abrogar, Jenelyn P. Navalta, Khraisalain Edneth S. Revillosa, Vanessa F. Rivera, Grayman P. Rivo, John Paul M. Rojas
Adviser: Mr. Renniel Paul Raquepo The study was conducted in Barangay Balawarte, Agoo, La Union during the months of June to March, school year 2009-2010. One hundred forty seven (147) head of households were selected by means of simple random sampling
Descriptive survey design with the use of questionnaire was used. Findings revealed that more are females, age ranging from twenty (20) to forty four (44), elementary graduates, laborers wherein majority of the housewives and fishermen. Most of the respondents use pit as their method of garbage disposal, a high significance revealed as to gender where in females highly practiced the use of pit. Most of them use water-sealed type comfort rooms for waste disposal. Open drainage is mostly used, wherein a high significance is revealed as to their educational attainment. Those with lower educational attainment highly practice the use of open drainage. The water pump was the main source of drinking water for the respondents. Females showed significance with the source of drinking water. Those in the managerial and labor services showed significance in preparing their food, most of them made sure that their utensils are washed with a dishwashing cleaner. They prefer to eat well- cooked food for their meal. Because females are mostly the ones buying their food, they showed significance on checking the expiration date of processed foods. The respondents prefer to eat junk food than street food for their snack because of its availability and there is no carinderia in the area. More than half of the respondents boil their drinking water. All of them highly practice the use of soap in hand washing. The barangay officials are then encouraged to coordinate with the municipal offices for the establishment of proper drainage system to prevent contamination of potable water sources. Information dissemination should also be done to improve the health of the community.
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ICHAMS Health Care Journal
Title:―Common Health Problems Encountered During Pregnancy Among College Teachers of DMMMSU- SLUC, Agoo, La Union‖
Authors: Carlos Vincent M. Abasolo, Rolea Ruth P. Apilado, Leah E. Ballesteros, Aileen Grace F. Cabasag, Jaymee Isabel M. Caruňgay, Delfin C. Cases Jr.
Adviser: Jefferson A. Valdez The study was focused on the common health problems encountered by College teachers of DMMMSU- SLUC, Agoo, La Union. The study covered 61 respondents: College of Education: 31, Institute of Computer Sciences: 6, College of Sciences: 20, Institute of Community Health and Allied Medical Sciences: 4. The questionnaire served as the principal instrument in gathering data, reinforced by interview. Statistical treatment of the data employed were frequency counts, weighted mean, percentages and SPSS. The demographic profile showed that out of the 61 respondents, 12 belonged to 20-35 age group, 40 respondents belonged to the age group of 36-55 and 9 belonged to the age group of 56-65. As to their civil status, 60 respondents are married and 1 is a widow. In the number of children, 23 respondents have only 1-2 child/children, 35 respondents have 3-4 children, and 3 respondents have 5-6 children. The results of this study showed that there is no significant relationship between the common health problems encountered during pregnancy among college teachers of DMMMSU-SLUC with their age, civil status and number of children. Based on the preceding findings the null hypothesis which states that there is no significant relationship between the common health problems encountered during pregnancy among college teachers of DMMMSU-SLUC in relation to the profile of the respondents as to age, civil status and number of children is accepted.
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ICHAMS Health Care Journal
Title: ―Childrearing Problems Among Adolescent Mothers of Barangay San Isidro and San Manuel Norte, Agoo, La Union‖.
Authors: Eduardo A. Sapasap, Revina Joy O. Selin, Sepherlyn A. Serrano, Katherine C. Suitos, Marianne C. Verceles
Adviser: Mr. Renniel Paul Raquepo
This study aimed to determine the relationship between the extent of child rearing problems among adolescent mothers of Barangay San Isidro and San Manuel Norte, Agoo, La Union” and their profile.
The researchers used the descriptive method using the questionnaire. A pretest of the questionnaires was done to establish its reliability. The data gathered was subjected to statistical treatment using the frequency, percentage, weighted mean, average weighted mean and Pearson r product moment of correlation.
Findings revealed that most of the mothers belonged to aged 18, which means they are still young and mostly high school under graduate. Majority of the mothers were the first offspring and their average monthly income were within the range of 1000-1999 pesos. Most of the mother respondents are living with their husband and are only housewife. As to profile of the respondents children, majority belongs to age 10-12 months and most of them are breastfed.
Study also revealed that fever was the common problem encountered by the respondents regarding child rearing. There is significant relationship between the child rearing problems by adolescent mothers of San Isidro and San Manuel Norte mothers of Agoo, La Union when group according to immediate support system. The researchers proposed that health care providers can conduct a seminar and program to improve, educate and inculcate to the mothers the proper way of childrearing.The municipal health office and Barangay Health Station should strengthen the bridge towards giving quality health care. Training in the community needs to be conducted to disseminate the following: (1). Enhance their child rearing practices to promote the well-being of the child, (2). Impart knowledge and distribute pamphlets containing proper child rearing practices.
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Title: ―Traditional Practices Through Medicinal Plants Among the Families of Selected Barangays of Pugo, La Union‖
Researchers: Ronel B. Dacanay, Ma. Teresa R. Estacio, Richelda Estoesta, Kenneth D. Estonanto, Maria Katherine L. Galvan,
Adviser: Mr. Jefferson Valdez The study aimed to determine the Traditional Practices on Medicinal Plants among
Families of Selected Barangays in Pugo La Union. The study involved four hundred (400) respondents who are the head of the family in Pugo, La Union. The tool used was questionnaire. The collected data were statistically treated using frequency, percentage, summation and correlation to determine the relationship between the traditional practices & respondents profile.
Results show that most of the families who use medicinal plants are the families with 6 members above, Roman Catholic, no occupation and with a salary rate of five thousand (5,000) pesos & below. As to their traditional practices, decoction was highly practiced with used of leaves. There is no significance between traditional practices of the respondents on the usage of medicinal plants in treating their common ailments as to their profile, number of family members, religious affiliation, income status and occupation.
Based on the findings of this study, the researches recommend that Pugo residents should constantly participate to the different programs of the Department of Health (DOH) particularly on practices or usage of medicinal plants. Knowing the value of medicinal plants for the people of Pugo, La Union the plants should be conserved. The properties of these medicinal plants should be studied scientifically for possible cure of other ailments. The other traditional practices on the study can be a basis for the researcher for them to apply their practices into scientific approach as the population accepts it.
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ICHAMS Health Care Journal
Title: ―Bacterial Content of the Most Preferred Foods and Beverage sold Inside DMMMSU-SLUC, Agoo, La Union‖
Authors: Suzette Stephanie B. Rosal, Cecilio C. Subido Jr., Diana Jean F. Tullao, Federose O. Vergara, Carmilyn A. Vinluan, Karen Joyce C. Zamudio.
Adviser: Mr. Jiyger A. Pre The study was conducted to determine the bacterial content of the most preferred foods and beverage sold in DMMMSU-SLUC specifically in OB (Ober da Bakod). The instrument used was a questionnaire. Four hundred (400) respondents were DMMMSU-SLUC Agoo Campus students were selected and they are as follows: ICHAMS- 56 ; CE- 136 ; ICS-152; CS- 40 ; LHS- 16. The respondents were selected by accidental sampling. Salient findings revealed that the most preferred cooked food was banana cue, the most preferred raw food was cucumber and the most preferred beverage was buko juice. Samples of foods and beverage were gathered from different stalls selling the most preferred foods and beverage inside DMMMSU-SLUC, Agoo, La Union. These samples of foods and beverage were brought to Baguio Health Laboratory for laboratory exams once a week for three consecutive weeks.
Results show that majority of the students preferred buko juice for home made beverage, cucumber for fresh food, and banana cue for cooked food. Banana cue is safe to eat because according to the laboratory exams conducted once a week for three consecutive weeks, there were no growths of bacteria after 24 hours of incubation. Laboratory results for buko juice revealed that Enterobacter aerogens, Enterobacter freundii and Citrobacter diversus were isolated. Citrobacter freundii was isolated on cucumber. Based on the findings and conclusions, the following recommendations are given:(1)The students must be aware of the foods they consume. and they must also be health conscious. (2) Through education dissemination drive, health teachings on food matters and its importance must be covered to students through distribution of leaflets and group discussions. (3) Administration of DMMMSU-SLUC, Agoo, La Union should be informed about these findings for them to go on with further studies regarding all the foods and beverages sold inside the university. (4)Similar studies should be made regarding the food preference of the students of DMMMSU SLUC not only on the bacterial content but also on the implication to nutrition.
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Title: ―Extent of Awareness on Prevention and Management of Hypertension Among Inmates of the Provincial Jail, San Fernando City, La Union‖
Authors: Milan, Jovencio Jr. M.; Gacayan, Jennifer N.; Manalo, Katherine V.; Medriano, Reynaldo Jr. T.; Mondares, Rolema L.
Adviser: Mr. Francis A. Uyaan This study was aimed to assess and measure the Extent of Awareness on Prevention and Management of Hypertension among Inmates of the Provincial Jail, San Fernando City, La Union. The study made used of quantitative descriptive method with normative survey. This study involved ninety seven (97) inmate-respondents. Most of the respondents were males. The principal tool used in data gathering was the questionnaire, answerable by yes or no.
Based on the tabulated data, fifty two (52) percent of the respondents are aware about the prevention of Hypertension with a computed mean of 20.10 while sixty two (62) percent of them are much aware on its management with a computed mean of 13.16. Out of the inmate-respondents who are aware on the prevention of hypertension, seventy two (72) percent of them are early adulthood, fifty six (56) percent are single and thirty (30) percent are high school graduate. Out of the inmate-respondents who are much aware on the management of hypertension, sixty three (63) percent of them are early adulthood, fifty five (55) percent are single and thirty two (32) percent are high school graduate. Results also show that there is a significant difference between the profiles and the extent of awareness on prevention and management of hypertension.
The researchers recommend the following: (1) The DMMMSU-SLUC, Institute of Community Health and Allied Medical Sciences, Agoo, La Union and the Provincial Jail of San Fernando City, La Union should cooperate and collaborate in the planning and implementing of activities like symposia, seminars or health teachings with regards to prevention and management of hypertension to be conducted at the Provincial Jail for the enhancement of knowledge/awareness of inmate-respondents. (2) The Provincial Jail is expected to implement and follow the diet regimen for hypertensive patients which is a low-salt-low-fat diet but nutritious. (3) The Provincial Jail should explain the benefits of having a regular exercise and must encourage their inmates to do it diligently. (4) The future researchers are encouraged to conduct a similar study to validate the salient findings obtained by the researchers.
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Title: “Coping Mechanisms of the Victims of Typhoon Pepeng at Barangay Samara,
Aringay, La Union “ Authors: Anthony E. Cabilitazan, Methushael Q. Cacpaas, Vivian Lorraine S.Calpo, Day
Feeney T. Cappal, and Ron Joseph A. Tecson Adviser: Ms. Anndra Margareth B. Dumo his study was conducted from December 2009 to February 2010 which sought to find out the coping mechanisms as to physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual used by the respondents, who the victims of Typhoon Pepeng are the head of the family who were currently resides at Barangay Samara, Aringay, La Union. The study employed a descriptive survey research design using quantitative data analysis. In gathering the data, a questionnaire was served as a principal instrument and data that was gathered was treated statistically using frequency counts, percentages, weighted mean. The co relational research method was used to determine the relationship between the coping mechanisms used of the victims of Typhoon Pepeng and their profile when grouped. The results of this study revealed that the respondents were mostly males, on their middle adulthood, dominated to a non-professional occupation, have a monthly income of below five thousand (5,000) pesos, nuclear family type and had an educational attainment of elementary graduate. However, there is no significant relationship on the coping mechanisms used by the victims of Typhoon Pepeng when grouped according to profile.
In view of the aforementioned findings and conclusions, the following recommendations are derived: (1)Respondents must receive public service announcements about disaster warnings and measures. (2)Respondents must join debriefing activities, recollection and other programs to prevent further impact of the event. (3)Respondents must receive public service announcements about disaster warnings and measures. (4)Let respondents view an educational programs on TV showing crowd control techniques and what to do for a person who is on panic or shock state. (5)Build a program regarding coping strategies, emergency and crisis intervention training for respondents and social service workers as an additional information and skills to them. (6)An additional support services for their agricultural needs such as seeds, seedlings and fertilizers availed by the government be conducted. (7) Researchers might also include other ages especially the children. (8) Researchers should have a more in-depth study on the degree of experiences before, during, and after the typhoon such as anxiety, depression, crisis, and post-traumatic stress disorder to be conducted.
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Title: ―Perceptions of Senior Citizens on Health Care Services at Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center‖
Authors: Fangonilo, Virginia A., Minde, Jerusah Hannah V., Padilla, Joy-Ann B.,
Rivera, Crischelle Ann V. Thesis Adviser: Mr. Eric Pelson E. Salvador, RN, MAN
The study aimed to determine the perception of senior citizens on health care
services rendered by Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center to the Senior Citizen patients. The research methodology followed the descriptive-correlational survey method, with the use of a questionnaire as the main data gathering instrument. Frequency and percentage were used to determine the profile of the 30 senior citizen patients.
Results revealed that most respondents are seventy (70) to seventy nine (79) years old, females, are married or used to be married, reached elementary levels or graduates and with a family monthly income of five thousand (5000) pesos and above.
The Average Weighted Mean of the respondents’ perception on health care services rendered to Senior Citizens in terms of Quality is 4.48, verbally interpreted as excellent. The AWM of their perception on the health care services rendered to them in terms of Satisfaction is 4.58, also verbally interpreted as excellent. Furthermore, the AWM of the respondents’ perception on health care services rendered to them in terms of Sufficiency is 4.23 – this is also verbally interpreted as excellent. These figures average to a grand mean of 4.43.
In terms of the correlation, it was found out that none of the respondents’ profile bear significant relationship with their perception on health care services rendered to senior citizen patients. There is also no significant difference in the respondents’ perception on health care services when classified according to Quality, Satisfaction and sufficiency.
The researchers recommend that there should be continuing services for older persons provided by the government. Efforts should be made to communicate effectively with older persons and their families to inform them about these programs and services. Health care should continue giving more emphasis on early detection of diseases among the elderly. Health care services and interventions should be more sensitive to the needs and requirements of older clients and their families to support efforts towards lifestyle changes. The study regarding the perception on health care services should be replicated in other provinces for more representative results. Health Care Providers must always advocate the patient’s bill of rights especially Senior Citizen patients. Hospital supplies must always be available. The hospital should continue in providing quality, satisfactory and sufficient health care services to Senior Citizens as well as to other clients and they should maintain cleanliness and adequate ventilation conducive to faster recovery of patients.
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Ganyan talaga. Kung gusto mung magpacheck-up pumunta ka sa Ilocos Training and Regional
Medical Center.
Iba na ang tumatanda noh, marami ng nararamdamang sakit.
Oo may discount ang mga Senior Citizen doon.
At kalida pa ang serbisyo.
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Title: ―Compliance of DMMMSU ICHAMS BSN Level III and IV Students to the Standards of Ethico Moral Responsibility of Nursing Practice.‖
Authors: Navidad Deejiel, Motol Mark Jaimeson, Navarro Sandy, Orencia Maricel
and Rivo Chastity Adviser: Mr. Francis Uyaan.
The study aimed to determine the extent of compliance of DMMMSU ICHAMS BSN level III and IV to the standards of ethico moral responsibility of nursing practice. The general weighted mean of the respondents has a fully compliant rating wherein the criteria on the moral principle got the highest genera weighted mean of 2.78 while the lowest GWM falls under the category of Patients’ Bill of Rights; there is no significant difference on the extent of compliance of respondents when grouped according to gender and area of assignment but has a significant difference when grouped according to year level; and there is no relationship of the respondents profile and extent of compliance. In summary, the respondents in general follow the set rules and standards that guide their practice. But the more mature you are the more you accept the responsibility to follow. the set rules and standards that guide their practice. But the more mature you are the more you accept the responsibility to follow.
The study gives emphasis on the following conclusions and recommendations. The respondents are fully compliant to the Standard of Ethico Moral Responsibility of Nursing Practice In terms of Code of Ethics, Patients’ Bill of Rights, and Moral Principle. There is no significant difference to the extent of compliance of respondents to the Standard of Ethico Moral Responsibility of Nursing Practice when grouped according to Gender. There is a significant difference to the extent of compliance of respondents to the Standard of Ethico Moral Responsibility of Nursing Practice when grouped according to Year Level.There is no significant difference to the extent of compliance of respondents to the Standard of Ethico Moral Responsibility of Nursing Practice when grouped according to Area of Assignment. There is no significant relationship of respondents’ profile and extent of compliance to the Standard of Ethico Moral Responsibility of Nursing Practice. 1. The conduct of this study should be done on a longer period of time. There should beat least three (3) rotational duty that will cover the whole duration of the study. Compliance to the other core values on the nursing curriculum should also be determined. Teaching strategy on the Ethical and Moral Principles of Nursing Practice should be reinforced starting from the inculcation of knowledge to level II and should be enhanced on level III and IV specifically on the patient’s bill of rights. Strict monitoring on the clinical area of assignment should be done to ensure compliance of all nursing students on core values of nursing practice. Seminar/ information dissemination/recall of the ethical, moral principles and the continuing reinforcement of knowledge on the patients bill of rights should be done to the third years.
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Title: “Prevention and Management of Rabies Among Families of Barangay Central West, Bauang, La Union”
Authors: Abenojar, Lorna B., Abenojar, Rodessa C., Argonia, Ma. Sheila., Bancod, Marvin Albert Jefferson B., Boado, Carlo Emil N.
Adviser: Mary Corinne R. Selga This study aimed to determine the awareness in the prevention and management of rabies from dogs among heads of family at Barangay Central West, Bauang, La Union. It involved eighty nine (89) respondents in Barangay Central West, Bauang, La Union. Results revealed that the respondents were mostly females and middle adults aging 36-50 years old and majority of them were high school graduates. Most of the respondents receive below five thousand (5000.00) pesos as per monthly family income and most were self-employed. More than half of them are dog owners. The respondents are highly aware regarding the definition, causative agent, mode of transmission, signs and symptoms, management, and prevention of Rabies. There is no significant relationship between the awareness of the heads of families at Brgy. Central West, Bauang, La Union regarding Rabies from dogs as to their gender age, occupation, highest educational attainment, monthly family income, and dog ownership Based on the findings of this study, the researchers recommend that (1) Barangay Central West, Bauang, La Union Barangay Officials and Health Workers should maintain the high level of awareness of the heads of families in the prevention and management of Rabies from dogs through continuous implementation of National Rabies Prevention and Control Program, (2) Since the community is highly aware regarding the prevention and management of rabies from dogs, they must continually maintain the information about diseases. They must also share this information to other residents of the barangay who are not informed about rabies thus reducing the risk of having rabies cases, (3) This study is recommended for research students to serve as a basis for the conduct of parallel studies in other communities with high incidences of Rabies in order for the residents to be educated accordingly about the prevention and management of Rabies and thus will help the government to reduce cases of Rabies here in the Philippines.
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Title: Common Medication Errors Committed by Level III and Level IV Students of Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – Institute of Community Health and Allied Medical Science
Authors: Sherilyn R. Cruz, Mirafe Dana R. De Guzman, Kimberly Anne P. De
Vera, Ryan E. De Vera, Gerald G. Galera Adviser: Renniel Paul Raquepo The study focused on the medication errors of level III and IV student of the Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – Institute of Community Health and Allied Medical Sciences, Agoo, La Union. The researchers made used of the descriptive design. Purposive sampling was used and through the Slovene’s formula, the study covered 166 respondents with: 23 males and 63 females from Level III and 28 males and 52 females from level IV. The main tool in data gathering is guided response type of questionnaires. All data gathered were treated statistically using T-test for independent samples and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) 17.0. The salient findings are:(1)The study found out that level III student commits more mistakes than level IV students but due to score of <.05, the criteria still not meet to make the study significant.2)The study found out that male students commit more mistakes than female students but due to the score of >.05, the criteria still not meet to make the study significant.(3)Based on the results of this study showed that there is no significant difference on the common medication errors in relation to Year Level and Gender. Based on the preceding findings the null hypothesis which states that there is no significant difference on the common medication errors in relation to Year Level and Gender is accepted. Based on the findings of the study, the following recommendations were drawn; (1)Level III and Level IV students must recall and know by heart the correct and chronological steps on medication administration.(2)The very basic standard operation procedures on giving medications are neglected. Every detail of these procedures should be given utmost importance for students to avoid committing errors.(3)There are several books, journals and other references that are published which provide information on correct procedures in administering medications that can be browsed by the students for them to master the correct ways of performing drug administration.(4)Clinical Instructors must be more watchful in the clinical area especially on drug preparation and administration to eliminate or at least diminish the number of reported cases of mistakes among student nurses.(5)For clinical instructors to offer additional information aside from those being taught by lecturers based on what is actually present in the area, to be able to offer helping hands and non threatening way of correcting problems and entertaining questions and clarifications from students.
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Title: ―Beliefs and Practices on Longevity of Late Adults in Barangay Patac,
Sto. Tomas La Union‖ Researchers: Bautista, Jessu G., Bumanlag, Rosalia D., Coronel, Joney Jane V.,
Nones, Carrie Ann A., Padilla, Allan P. Research Adviser: Ms. Aiza May Cornelio, RN This study aimed to determine the Beliefs and Practices on Longevity of Late Adults in Barangay Patac, Sto. Tomas, La Union. The study was conducted in Barangay Patac, Sto Tomas, La Union because of its accessibility to the researchers. The phenomelogical approach was utilized in the study. The participants included 9 late adults belonging to the inclusion criteria obtained through purposive referral sampling. The saturation principle was observed to determine the phenomenon based on the repetitiveness of the data gathered from the participants. An unstructured interview was the main tool in gathering data. The data were transcribed into transcript files, classified into themes and continuous rereading and reclassification to come up with common themes. The research study ended by making the final output ready for distribution. The findings are the following:
1. Willpower and discipline are the best drives to maintain a healthy lifestyle. 2. Eating a healthy diet contributes to a long life. 3. Avoiding vices is one of the factors in reaching late adulthood. 4. Exercise is important for proper body functioning and prolonging life. Spirituality brings about holistic change. Based from the study, the following conclusions were derived: Beliefs and Practices on Longevity of Late Adults comprise of discipline, healthy diet, exercise, avoidance of vices and spirituality. It is recommended that a module be developed that may serve as a guide for following a healthy lifestyle. Also, a conduct of community affairs and other-related programs to disseminate information regarding healthy habits is suggested. Participants should continue following a healthy lifestyle, share this experience with others especially to those who are having difficulties following a healthy lifestyle and be an advocate in different lifestyle programs. Health care providers should provide a helpful approach on how to counsel difficulties following a healthy lifestyle, develop care programs applicable to all population and continue encouraging people on the benefits of following a healthy lifestyle. An in-depth study should be conducted by research students in the future regarding the experiences of late adults and use this as a reference for future researches regarding the said phenomenon. Another study may be done using a quantitative research method to determine the extent of effectiveness of the beliefs and practices. A qualitative study may also be done to explore certain secrets to a long life. With regards to nursing education, nursing institutions that affiliate in communities should strengthen their trainings to nursing students to learn the art of giving individualized care and the use of therapeutic techniques to different individuals and how to conduct appropriate education and information dissemination regarding proper lifestyle.
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Title: ―The Analgesic Potential of Traditional Hilot Among Sprained Clients‖ Researchers: Cacas, Ruby, Calderon, Mark Villamor, Embernate, Mary Ann, Fernandez, Jan, Galvez,
Darmaine Research Adiviser: Melchor Cisnero
The practice of traditional medicine, which was passed on from generation to generation has gained a deep significance in health delivery. The researchers join the objective of the Traditional and Alternative Medicine Act (TAMA) of 1997 to conduct scientific researches on and develop traditional and alternative health care systems that have direct impact on public health care. This research aims to determine the analgesic effect of traditional hilot in sprained clients. Specifically, it aims to answer the following: (a) is there a significant difference between the pain perception before and after the hilot treatment? (b) Is there a significant difference among the treatment in terms of perception of pain relief after each treatment. This work presents the comparisons of the three different treatments on their effectiveness to relieve the pain among sprained clients. Quasi-experimental design of research was used. The t-test was used to compare results of pain being felt before and after the hilot and it shows that hilot treatment has decreased the pain being felt by the clients. The Analysis of Variance was also used to compare the results of the hilot treatment among Paracetamol treatment and to those without special treatments. The result of the ANOVA shows that hilot treatment is just as effective as the Paracetamol treatment. Among the three, Paracetamol treatment is the most effective followed by the hilot treatment then those without special treatments. In conclusion, all the treatments used are effective in relieving pain. It is recommended that all treatments used in the study can be utilized by sprained clients in relieving pain. Since Paracetamol treatment is proven to be effective in relieving pain and showed the highest average among the three treatments used, sprained clients who have moderate to severe pain may use this. The use of positioning and hot and cold compress, thou had the lowest average, may also be use in relieving mild pain. Hilot treatment can also be use as a relief to mild to moderate pain for sprained clients. Further studies should be made to support the significant difference between the perception of pain among sprained clients before and after the hilot treatment. Further studies should be made to support that there is is no significant difference between the perceptions of pain among sprained clients to the three treatments.
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