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Level of awareness, preparedness, and incidence of acute gastroenteritis among households of Dungon B, Jaro, Iloilo City
Full text linkAbstract onlyIn 2022, Iloilo City experienced an Acute Gastroenteritis outbreak affecting six barangays due to contaminated water sources, inadequate food handling, poor sanitation, and misconceptions about vaccinations. This study examined the awareness and preparedness of residents in Dungon B, Jaro, Iloilo City, during the outbreak from July 26 to August 28, 2022, which saw ninety cases and four deaths. The study aimed to identify knowledge gaps and recommend better prevention strategies by assessing the demographics, awareness, and preparedness of 226 households using a descriptive-correlational design and Two-Stage Cluster Sampling method. The findings intended to improve local health interventions against gastroenteritis. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics to examine relationships between variables. The study found that most respondents were either 31 years or younger (36.3%) or 42 years or older (34.3%), with a higher proportion of females (56.9%). Educational attainment significantly influenced both awareness and preparedness for acute gastroenteritis, with higher education correlating with better outcomes. Although age and sex did not significantly impact awareness or preparedness, higher levels of both were linked to lower incidences of gastroenteritis, highlighting the importance of education in disease prevention. Awareness involves recognizing and valuing important information, while preparedness entails implementing measures to mitigate risks effectively. Incidence measures the prevalence of a health condition over a specific period. Acute gastroenteritis is a sudden diarrheal disease, particularly affecting children, despite advanced healthcare. Outbreaks are unexpected increases in disease cases in a specific area and time. Age is defined by time since birth, impacting societal roles. Educational attainment influences individual potential and contributions. Higher education correlates with better outcomes in awareness and preparedness for acute gastroenteritis, underscoring education's role in prevention.Includes bibliographical referencesBachelor of Science in Nursin
Menstrual symptoms and clinical performance among student nurses at a Private University
Full text linkFull text availableMenstrual disorders are significant health concerns among university students, severely impacting their overall performance. The menstrual cycle involves numerous psychological changes, including irritation, mood swings, despair, and anxiety, brought on by the menstrual cycle. The study aimed to determine the relationship between menstrual symptoms and clinical performance among levels 2, 3, and 4 selected female student nurses at a private university in Iloilo City, Philippines. Data were gathered from 249 student nurses from a private university in Iloilo City, Philippines, through stratified random sampling. Respondents were given a researcher-developed questionnaire consisting of three parts: respondents’ college level and their clinical performance in related learning experience in terms of grade weighted average during the first semester of the academic year 2022 - 2023, symptoms experienced, and perceived severity of symptoms experienced during their menstrual period. This study utilized Cronbach’s alpha to measure the internal consistency or reliability of the instrument and Spearman’s rho coefficient to determine the relationship between menstrual symptoms and academic performance variables. The majority (47.5%%) of the respondents have indicated that these menstrual symptoms averagely affect their clinical performance, and 32.1% of the respondents revealed an above-average severity during the S.Y. 2022-2023. Furthermore, there is a significant relationship between menstrual symptoms and the clinical performance of the levels two, three, and four student nurses (p=.01).Includes bibliographical referencesBachelor of Science in Nursin
Documentation of traditional delicacies in the province of Iloilo
Full text linkJournal articleThe province of Iloilo satisfies the senses, with many finding that their sense of taste is most satisfied. With its mouthwatering variety of creative dishes, Iloilo cuisine has made a lasting impression on Filipino culture and has a variety of local cuisines and delicacies made from local ingredients that ignites pride among the locals and contributes to the people's and the place's identity. Iloilo traditional delicacies are commonly made or rice, specifically glutinous rice as the main ingredient, and other local ingredients that can be easily found in the province such as cassava, root crops, coconut, and sugar. The very common process in preparing these delicacies is through steaming that allows the natural flavor and aroma of the ingredients to seep through and wrapped in banana leaves. Most of the materials used in preparing the traditional delicacies can be easily found in the household, mostly are replaced with modern equipment, however, there are still others who are using the traditional materials and process in preparing the delicacy. The makers of the Ilonggo traditional delicacies are mostly seniors who have learned the process from their parents and grandparents. Some are already the 2nd and 3rd generations of delicacy makers in their town. The delicacies documented in Iloilo province exhibited significance in terms of historical, aesthetic, social, socio-economic, and spiritual. These delicacies are not just simply prepared for livelihood, they have become part of Iloilo’s identity and Ilonggo tradition and are popular ritual offering when constructing their new home to adopt a food ritual offering that is intended for the dead and other spirits who are connected to the house. Community validation of the identified delicacies was done with the participation of local stakeholders in the province, which included representative from the Department of Tourism’s accredited tour guide, tourism officers, tourism staff, Local Economic, Development, & Investment Promotions officer, educator, and student.Central Philippine Universit
Sleepless in Dhaka & other poems: Written and inspired by Bangladesh
Full text linkA collection of 16 poems and two short verses written in English and Bengali.This simple compilation of Ambassador Leo's poems written and inspired, in Bangladesh, is a celebration of his arrival and coming of age as a Poet Diplomat. His numerous Hiligaynon poems are yet unpublished in a compilation, albeit several had already been serialized in a local newspaper in Iloilo City, Philippines
Nipa palm (Nypa fruiticans) and plastic post-consumer wastes (PCW) as potential composite boards for building materials
Full text linkAbstract onlyThis study was conducted to utilize nipa palm fiber and plastic post-consumer wastes (PCW) as potential composite boards for building materials. This was conducted at Brgy. Cubay Jaro, Iloilo City from the month of September to December of 2023. The composite boards produced were composed of nipa palm frond fibers and PCW plastic with epoxy resin as binder in different mixing ratios. Three treatments with three replications were prepared having a weight ratio of 50:50, 60:40, and 70:30. Composite board samples were fabricated in order to test its physical and mechanical properties. Based on the results of the study, the composite board samples produced an average density of 76,183.67 mm3 and a density of 1003 kg/m3. The composite board samples produced a mean water absorption of 4.53% and were found to have no significant (P>0.05) difference in water absorption. The result of the study for mean thickness swelling showed a significant difference (P<0.05) with an overall mean of 3.36%. The result of modulus of rupture test showed a mean of 13.37 MPa and showed no significance (P<0.05) among the composite board samples. The empirical data showed that the overall best performing sample was composite board sample 2 which has the 60:40 wt to wt ratio with a mean water absorption rate of 4.54%, a mean result of 3.62% in thickness swelling and has a modulus of rupture results of 17.295 MPa.Includes bibliographical referencesBachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineerin
Biosafety and biosecurity: Knowledge, attitude and practices of the university employees as bases for the development of a biorisk management program
Full text linkAbstract onlyThe increasing importance of biosafety and biosecurity in various settings, spurred by global challenges has extended beyond traditional healthcare and laboratory environments to include educational institutions. A descriptive study using a survey method conducted among selected employees of Central Philippine University (CPU) aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding biosafety and biosecurity. The study found varying levels of knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding biosafety and biosecurity among respondents. Although some employees demonstrated strong awareness and positive attitudes, there were significant gaps in practice, indicating a need for improved training and awareness. Among other demographic factors, biosafety and biosecurity practices among different level education varies and when group according to job category significant differences revealed in their attitudes towards biosafety and biosecurity. The findings highlight the need for enhanced training programs and awareness initiatives to address the identified gaps. The study emphasized the importance of implementing institutional biosafety and biosecurity programs in non-healthcare settings. In conclusion, despite of general understanding in biosafety and biosecurity, notable gaps in knowledge and inconsistent practices persist. Establishing comprehensive training programs and integrating biosafety and biosecurity into institutional policies are essential for creating safer educational environments. The study recommends for the development of a Biorisk Management Program at CPU, including regular training, continuous KAP assessments, protocol updates based on global standards, and collaboration with international biosafety organizations. Integration of biosafety and biosecurity education into the curriculum is also recommended.Doctor of Management major in Development Managemen
An exploratory case study of sustainable tourism environment for a nature-oriented: Inputs to the development of a travel brochure
No full textAbstract onlySustainable tourism has become an increasingly important concept in the hospitality industry in recent years. The main purpose of this study is to explore the sustainable tourism environment for nature-oriented market as inputs to the development of a travel brochure. This study uses an exploratory case study that is a qualitative approach that focuses on a particular phenomenon and explores the underlying issues and complexities surrounding it. The informants of this study were the five groups of informants from each tourist destination comprising of two tourists, one resort owner, one stakeholder, one resident and one potential investor. Results showed that the there were three major themes such as A greener sustainable environment, implementation of sustainable practices and initiatives and sustainable tourism community having four sub-themes each. Tourists and residents must have knowledge on green practices and services that minimize adverse impacts on the environment.Includes bibliographical referencesDoctor of Management in Tourism and Hospitality Management
The processing and concentration of hauili (Ficus septica) leaf essential oil against Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolated from Philippine native chicken
Full text linkAbstract onlyPseudomonas aeruginosa is one of the well-known bacterial causing devastating diseases of economic importance and is regarded as an opportunistic infection in poultry that imposes higher risk when not prevented early. The birds with the most compromised immune systems are the most vulnerable to P. aeruginosa infection. For a long time, commercial antibiotics have been present to suppress the growth of P. aeruginosa. As an alternative control to P. aeruginosa, Ficus septica, a plant based method of control was used given its promising results in having antibacterial activity against various bacteria. The study was conducted to evaluate the antibacterial activity of Ficus septica against Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolated from Philippine Native Chicken in vitro conditions. Using the ELISA test reader, the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of this study revealed that after 24 hours of post-exposure, the FLEO showed a significant result comparable to the positive control. The 100% FLEO concentration has the highest mean percentage of (94.14%). On the other hand, results on the appraised level of FLEO concentration revealed that the test treatment results showed a gradual decline in the zone of inhibition every 24 hours of post-exposure. Therefore, it is concluded that FLEO can effectively control Pseudomonas aeruginosa within 24 hours time exposure.Includes bibliographical referencesBachelor of Science in Agricultur
We are CPU: Our reasons for being
No full textPreliminary pages.
Revised edition, 2024.
This book is currently for sale at the CPU Enterprise. For inquiries, kindly call (033) 3291971 to 72 local 2110 or e-mail [email protected] officers or members of some organizations, we all know that awareness precedes internalization and commitment to participate actively towards the realization of an organization’s shared Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives (VMGO). Similarly, in learning institutions, like universities, the stakeholders’ awareness of their institution’s “reasons for being” (like their foundations, heritage, values, standards, and other rules of action) is essential for them to internalize and commit to actions towards the realization of their organizational goals—to create a remarkable impact in the society.
The level awareness and internalization of these reasons for being, however, maybe affected by the scope, level, and quality other dissemination processes utilized to provide awareness to all the stakeholders of the institution. Thus, reference materials such as published , online website publications, and other information dissemination materials are needed to maximize the aforementioned processes.
At CPU, we need to put together and develop a common reference material, like a publisher book informing the stakeholders of the university about its foundations (e.g. philosophical and historical); spiritual and cultural heritage; its VMGO and other related literature on its “reasons for being” has been recognized. The need had been pointed out during committee meetings when the VMGO were reviewed. Therefore, the demand to the documents, the process of their dissemination and the need to establish high level of awareness about them among the stakeholders of the university, especially its administrators, faculty, staff, and student were also recognized. Hence, this book was published to disseminate CPU’s reason for being to all its internal and external stakeholders with the end in mind—that is to strengthen the level of awareness and for these stakeholders to spring into collective or shared actions towards the greater, if not the best Central.
Specifically, this book is intended for use as the reference during class instructions, especially during class orientations at the start of the semesters or school years and for all other reference purposes related to teaching, research, and community outreach or service learning. The students, teachers, staff, alumni, administrators, and all other partners of CPU are encouraged to read the contents of this book for information purposes, self-reflection, and to keep the Central Spirit alive both inside and beyond the hallowed grounds for our beloved Central.
With the Central Spirit that connects and bonds Centralians, plus collective personal and institutional achievements that have been impacting the world, we can proudly declare We are CPU: Our Reasons for Being!Includes bibliographic reference
Hanot: A phenomenological study of individuals who experienced corporal punishment
Full text linkAbstract onlyHanot, according to the Hiligaynon dictionary, is a term that usually depicts a form of punishment or action in order to strike, whip, cane, thrash, flog, beat or trounce. This phenomenological study delved into the lived experiences of individuals who have undergone corporal punishment (Hanot). A total of six participants consisted of three university students from a private institution and three middle-aged individuals, each interviewed individually. Student participants were between 18 to 29 years old and enrolled in a private university in Iloilo City, have prior experience of corporal punishment, and be able to recount their experiences. Middle-aged participants, were between 30 and 50 years old and also have experienced corporal punishment. The data collection involved in-depth, face-to-face interviews, allowing the participants to share their stories and reflections on their experiences with corporal punishment. The gathered data was then subjected to analysis using Braun and Clarke thematic analysis, which facilitated the process of interpretation, coding, and theme categorization. The results from this study yielded themes related to corporal punishment, such as the types of instruments used during punishment, the psychological defense mechanisms employed by participants to cope with the experience, and their subsequent realizations or reflections. This study revealed a complex picture of corporal punishment in the Philippines, characterized by its pervasive use, significant psychological impact, and the development of defense mechanisms among those subjected to it.Bachelor of Science in Psycholog