Acknowledgement

As the researchers convey upon the completion of this study, the

researchers would like to express their deepest gratitude and appreciation to

various individuals who offered their support and guidance and served as an

inspiration in the fulfillment of this study. With a heart full thankfulness, the

researcher acknowledges their utmost appreciation for these individuals.

First of all, the researchers would like to thank our Almighty God for His

enduring grace, guidance, wisdom and protection that he has bestowed upon

us during our nursing research journey.

To Mrs. Stella H. Cordenillo, supportive research adviser, for her

continuous support in our research, patience, motivation, and immense

knowledge. Her guidance helped us throughout our research study.

To Dr. Rubiliyn B. Sumaylo, Nursing Curriculum Dean for her support,

inspiration, and encouraging words to fulfill this research.

To Mr. Mark Anthony A. Durana, the researchers’ subject teacher, for his

expertise, advice, support, recommendations and guidance from the start up

until to the completion day of this study. Thank you for encouraging us to

undertake this study.

Finally, we extend our deep and lasting gratitude to all the nurses of St.

Anthony College of Roxas City Hospital, Capiz Emmanuel Hospital, and Capiz

Doctors’ Hospital who welcomed us wholeheartedly, gave up their time to

participate in our research study, and generously shared their stories in an

open and honest way. What we have learned from them have enriched our life

beyond anything that we could have imagined.