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THE RIGHTS OF THE PATIENTS The patient has the right to refuse medical treatment or
1. RIGHT TO APPROPRIATE MEDICAL CARE AND procedures which may be contrary to his religious beliefs,
HUMANE TREATMENT. subject to the limitations described in the preceding
Every person has the right to health and medical care subsection: Provided that, such a right shall not be imposed by
corresponding to his state of health, without any parents upon their children who have not reached the legal age
discrimination and within the limits of the resources, in a life threatening situation as determined by the attending
manpower and competence available for health and medical physician or the medical director of the facility.
care at relevant time. 8. RIGHT TO MEDICAL RECORDS.
2.RIGHT TO INFORMED CONSENT The patient is entitled to a summary of his medical history and
The patient has a right to a clear, truthful and substantial condition. He has the right to view the contents of his medical
explanation, in a manner and language understandable to the records, except psychiatric notes and other incriminatory
patient, of all proposed procedures, whether diagnostic, information obtained about third parties, with the attending
preventive, curative, rehabilitative or therapeutic, wherein the physician explaining contents thereof.
person who will perform the said procedure shall provide his 9. RIGHT TO LEAVE.
name and credentials to the patient.
3. RIGHT TO PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY The patient has the right to leave hospital or any other health
The patient has the right to be free from unwarranted public care institution regardless of his physical condition:
exposure, except: Provided. That a) he/she is informed of the medical
consequences of his/her decision
a) when his mental or physical condition is in controversy and
the court order him to submit physical or mental examination b) he/she releases those involved in his/her care from any
by physician; obligation relative to the consequences of his decision;
c) his/her decision will not prejudice public health and safety. member of health care team.
4. UNDERSTAND PURPOSE AND COST OF
TREATMENT.
10. RIGHT TO REFUSE PARTICIPATION IN MEDICAL
RESEARCH. - The patient shall ensure that he/she understand the purpose
and cost of any proposed treatment or procedure before
The patient has the right to be advised if the health care deciding to accept it. He/she shall notify the health care
provider plans to involve him in medical research, including provider or practitioner if he/she does not understand any
but not limited to human experimentation which may be information about his/her treatment.
performed only with the written informed consent of the
patient
11. RIGHT TO CORRESPONDENCE AND TO RECEIVE
VISITORS.
The patient has the right to communicate with relatives and 5. ACCEPT CONSEQUENCES OF OWN INFORMED
other persons and to receive visitors subject to reasonable CONSENT
limits prescribed by the rules and regulations of the health care
institution. - If he/she refuse treatment or do not follow instructions or
12. RIGHT TO EXPRESS GRIEVANCES. advice of the health care provider, he / she must accept the
consequences of his/her decision and thus relieve the health
The patient has the right to express complaints and care provider or practitioner of any liability.
grievances about the care and services received without fear 6. SETTLE FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS
of discrimination or reprisal and to know about the disposition
of such complaints.Such a system shall afford all parties - The patient shall ensure that financial obligations of his/her
concerned with the opportunity to settle amicably all health care are fulfilled promptly as possible, otherwise,
grievances. he/she shall make appropriate arrangements to settle unpaid
13. RIGHT TO BE INFORMED OF HIS RIGHTS AND bills in the hospital and/or professional fees of the health care
OBLIGATIONS AS A PATIENT. provider through post-dated checks or promissory notes or any
similar medium.
The DOH,in coordination with health care providers, 7. RELATION TO OTHERS
professional and civic groups, the media, health insurance
corporations, people's organizations,local government - The patient shall so conduct himself or herself so as not
organizations, shall launch and sustain a nationwide interfere with the well-being or rights of other patients or
information and education campaign to make known to providers of health care.
people their rights as patients, as declared in this Act such 8. EXHAUST GRIEVANCE MECHANISM
rights and obligations of patients shall be posted in a
bulletin board conspicuously placed in a health care - The patient shall first exhaust the grievance mechanism
institution. provided in this act before filing any administrative or legal
RESPONSIBILITIES OF PATIENTS action
- The victim was indeed injured B) EMOTIONAL, MENTAL PAIN AND SUFFERING
- Emotional damage can sometimes be even more severe.
3. GOOD SAMARITAN Many patients struggle with depression, anxiety, or post-
traumatic disorder. Under this approach, the total assessed
-is defined as an individual performing volunteer services who economic damages can be multiplied by anywhere between
does not receive compensation to reasonably assist a person in three and five.
an emergency. It further provides that no good Samaritan shall
be liable for harm caused by an act or omission if: 3. PUNITIVE DAMAGES
(1) the good Samaritan was acting in an emergency at the time - In rare cases, medical malpractice goes beyond negligence to
of the act or omission; involve extremely reckless behavior or even malicious intent.
(2) if appropriate or required, the good Samaritan was With this type of medical malpractice litigation, courts may
properly licensed, certified, or authorized by the appropriate seek to punish defendants and hopefully, prevent similar
authorities for the activities undertaken in an emergency at the issues in the future.
time of the act or omission; and
(3) the harm was not caused by willful or criminal misconduct,
ATTENDANCE TO MEDICAL WITNESS COURT
gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious, flagrant
indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by Medical expert witness
the good Samaritan. - physicians, nurses, surgeons or other licensed practitioners
whose skills and experience qualify them to testify on a
particular area.
DAMAGES * The role of an expert witness in a medical liability case is to
Damages take into account both actual economic loss such as testify to the standards of care in a given case, and to explain
lost income and cost of future medical care, as well as non how the defendant did or did not conform to those standards.
economic losses, such as pain and suffering.
SUBPOENA Such matter as will promote a fair and expeditious trial of the
criminal and civil aspects of the case.
- A Subpoena is a legal document that commands an
individual to appear in court at a specific date and time to 3. TRIAL (ORDER OF TRIAL)
testify as a witness in a legal proceeding. In the Philippines, (a) The prosecution shall present evidence to prove the charge
failure to comply with a subpoena without valid justification and, in the proper case, the civil liability.
may lead to penalties. (Direct examination-cross examination/ re-direct -re-cross)
2 TYPES OF SUBPOENAS: Direct examination - public prosecutor
Cross examine - defense lawyer
A.) SUBPOENA AD TESTIFICANDUM (b) The accused may present evidence to prove his defense,
and damages, if any, arising from the issuance of a provisional
- a writ commanding a person to appear in court to testify as a remedyin the case.
witness. (c) The prosecution and the defense may, in that order, present
B.) SUBPOENA DUCES TECUM rebuttal and sur-rebuttal evidence unless the court, in the
furtherance of justice, permits them to present additional
- an order that requires a witness to bring documents, books or evidence bearing upon the main issue
other items under his, her or their control, that he/she or they (d) Upon admission of the evidence of the parties, the case
is bound by law to produce into evidence. shall be deemed submitted for decision unless the court directs
B.) COURT PROCEDURE them to argue orally or to submit written memoranda.
(e) When the accused admits the act or omission charged in
1.Arraignment and Plea the complaint or information but interposes a lawful defense,
2.Pre-trial the order of trial may be modified.
3.Trial 4.JUDGEMENT
4. Judgement Adjudication by the court that the accused is guilty or not
5. New trial or Reconsideration guilty of the offense charged and the imposition on him of the
6. Appeal proper penalty and civil liability, if any.
It must be written in the official language, personally and
directly prepared by the judge and signed by him and shall
contain clearly and distinctly a statement of the facts and the
1. ARRAIGNMENT AND PLEA law upon which it is based.
* Conviction - Guilty
The accused must be arraigned before the court where the * Acquittal - Not guilty
complaint or information was filed or assigned for trial. The
CONTENTS OF JUDGMENT
arraignment shall be made in open court by the judge or clerk
by furnishing the accused with a copy of the complaint or If the judgment is conviction, it shall state
information, reading the same in the language or dialect 1. The legal qualification of the offense constituted by the acts
known to him, and asking him whether he pleads guilty or not committed by the accused and the aggravating and mitigating
guilty. circumstances which attended its commission;
WHEN IS PLEA CONSIDERED NOT GUILTY 2. The participation of the accused ( principal, accomplice,
When the accused refuses to plead or makes a conditional accessory);
plea, a plea of not guilty shall be entered for him. 3. The penalty imposed to the accused;
When the accused pleads guilty but presents exculpatory 4. The civil liability or damages caused by his wrongful act or
evidence, his plea shall be deemed withdrawn and a plea of omission to be recovered from the accused by the offended
not guilty shall be entered for him. party, if there is any.
Note: The accused must be present at the arraignment and
must personally enter his plea. Both arraignment and plea If the judgment is acquittal, it shall state
shall be made of record, but failure to do so shall not affect the Whether the evidence of the prosecution absolutely failed to
validity of the proceedings. prove the guilt of the accused or merely failed to prove his
guilt beyond reasonable ground.
2. PRE-TRIAL Note: In either case, the judgment shall determine if the act or
omission from which the civil liability might arise did not
It shall be held within thirty (30) days after arraignment exist.
Plea bargaining
Stipulation of facts WHEN IS JUDGMENT OF CONVICTION FINAL?
Marking or identification of evidence
Waiver of objections to admissibility of evidence After the lapse of 15 days to appeal;
Modification of the order of trial When the accused waives his right to appeal;
When the accused applies for probation; CONSTITUTIONAL LAW – involves issues related to the
When the case is decided with finality by the Supreme Court interpretation and application of a country’s constitution
and the right to file motion for reconsideration is closed. HEALTHCARE LAW – involves legal issues specific to the
healthcare industry
NEW TRIAL AND MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION ADMINISTRATIVE LAW – involves legal issues related to
At any time before a judgment of conviction becomes final, government agencies’ actions, decisions, or regulations
the court may, on motion of the accused or at its own instance EMPLOYMENT LAW – involves disputes between
but with the consent of the accused, grant a new trial or employers and employees
reconsideration. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW – involves disputes
over the ownership, use, or infringement of intellectual
4.GROUNDS FOR A NEW TRIAL property rights
REAL ESTATE LAW – involves legal issues related to
a.The errors of law or irregularities prejudicial to the property
substantial rights of the accused have been committed during
the trial; PARAMETERS OF LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY
b.The new and material evidence has been discovered which Involves certain key elements and standards that individuals or
the accused could not with reasonable diligence have entities must adhere to Defines legal obligations and duties,
discovered and produced at the trial and which if introduced outlining the expectations for responsible and lawful conduct
and admitted would probably change the judgment. Primary parameters of legal responsibility include:
*Errors of law or fact in the judgement, which requires no DUTY OF CARE – obligation to act with reasonable care and
further proceedings diligence to prevent harm to others
6. APPEAL STANDARD OF CARE – level of care and competence
expected from a reasonable person or professional in similar
Any party may appeal from a judgment or final order, unless circumstances
the accused will be placed in double Jeopardy.
(a) To the Regional Trial Court, in cases decided by the SCOPE OF PRACTICE – boundaries that define the
Metropolitan Trial Court in Cities, Municipal Trial Court, or professional responsibilities and actions permissible within a
Municipal Circuit Trial Court; specific profession
(b) To the Court of Appeals or to the Supreme Court in the
proper cases provided by law, in cases decided by the LEGAL COMPLIANCE – adherence to applicable laws,
Regional Trial Court, and regulations, and legal requirements
(c) To the Supreme Court, in cases decided by the Court of ETHICAL STANDARDS – adherence to moral principles and
Appeals. professional ethics in addition to legal requirements
ELECTRONIC TORTS
Torts are civil laws that address the legal rights of individuals,
Digital versions of patients’ health information and medical
particularly in cases where an act or omission results in injury
history known as Electronic Patient Records (EPR), Electronic
or harm to another
Health Records (EHR), or Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
The term "tort" comes from the Latin word "tortum," meaning
Characteristics: digital format, interoperability, real-time
"something twisted, wrung, or crooked
updates.
TYPES OF TORTS
ELECTRONIC PATIENT RECORDS
INTENTIONAL
Key Considerations:
USER AUTHENTICATION – EPR systems utilize user
Intent to cause a specific outcome or to engage in conduct that
authentication methods to verify the identity of individuals
is substantially certain to result in the desired harm
accessing patient records
Does not necessarily mean the desire to cause harm but rather
ENCRYPTION – patient data within EPRs is often encrypted,
the knowledge that the action is likely to cause harm
both during transmission and while stored, to prevent
unauthorized access or data breaches
AUDIT TRAILS – EPR systems maintain audit trails that INTENTIONAL TORTS
record access to patient records, including who accessed the
records and when Assault – intentional act causing another person to fear they
are about to suffer physical harm
CONFIDENTIALITY OF PATIENT RECORDS Battery – intentional and harmful or offensive touching of
another person without their consent
HIPAA Privacy Rule False Imprisonment – unlawfully restraining or confining
Was issued to implement the requirement of the Health someone against their will intentionally
Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
(HIPAA) Defamation – making false statements about a person that
Assures that individuals’ health information is properly harm their reputation
protected while allowing the flow of health information Trespass – unauthorized entry onto another person’s property
needed to promote high quality healthcare and to protect the intentionally
public’s health and well-being Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress (IIED) – deliberate
and extreme conduct causing severe emotional distress to
another
ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION
Note in the research file when and with whom the consent MISCELLANEOUS LEGAL AND ETHICAL CONCERNS
discussion took place and if there were any issues.
REQUEST FOR RADIOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONS
MEDICAL RECORD DOCUMENTATION
1. PATIENT CONSENT
Include a copy of the consent form in the medical record when
study may affect subject’s health/treatment, and it would be - Legal: Ensure that the patient provides informed consent
helpful to share research-related treatment information with for the radiological procedure, as required by law.
UCSF providers who may not be aware of the subject’s study - Ethical: Respect the patient's autonomy by clearly
participation. Also document when the consent process took explaining the procedure, risks, and benefits before obtaining
place in the medical record. consent.
Important Note: No changes may be made to the consent form 2. PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY:
(including crossing out or striking through the consent form
text or making any changes in the wording) without prior - Legal: Adhere to privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA) to protect
approval from the IRB. patient information.
WITNESS RECORD REQUIRE - Ethical: Safeguard patient confidentiality and only share
information with authorized individuals.
Witness signatures are required by federal regulations in very
limited circumstances and can be required by the IRB to 3. MINIMIZATION OF RADIATION EXPOSURE:
assure an adequate informed consent process for some
research studies. - Legal: Follow established guidelines and regulations to
Examples: Informed consent is obtained using a short form minimize radiation exposure, ensuring the procedure is
consent process (when approved by the IRB). medically justified.
The participant has decision-making capacity, but cannot read, - Ethical: Prioritize patient safety by using the lowest
write, talk or is blind. possible radiation dose necessary for diagnostic purposes.
The participant’s guardian/legally-authorized representative 4. REFERRAL APPROPRIATENESS:
cannot read, write, talk or is blind.
- Legal: Ensure that referrals for radiological examinations
are based on medical necessity and comply with relevant
When required the witness must be impartial, such as an adult
regulations.
who is not a member of the study team and preferably who is
- Ethical: Refrain from unnecessary examinations and
not a family member of the participant (unless the person is a
consider alternative diagnostic methods when appropriate.
health professional or otherwise knowledgeable about
5. COMPETENCE AND TRAINING:
research). The witness must sign and date the consent form at
the time the consenting process occurs. A signature of the
- Legal: Radiological procedures should be performed by
witness means:
qualified and licensed professionals.
a. The requirements for informed consent have been satisfied.
- Ethical: Continuous education and training for radiological
b. Consent is voluntary and freely given by the participant,
staff to maintain competence and stay updated on
guardian or legally-authorized representative.
advancements in technology and techniques.
LOAN FILMS
RIGHTS TO REFUSAL
1,COPYRIGHT AND LICENSING:
The term "right of refusal" in the context of patient consent
refers to a patient's legal and ethical right to refuse or decline a - Legal: Ensure that the loan and use of the film comply with
proposed medical treatment or intervention. This principle is copyright laws and licensing agreements.
based on the concept of autonomy, which emphasizes an - Ethical: Respect intellectual property rights and obtain
individual's right to make decisions about their own body and proper permissions for any public screenings or commercial
medical care. use.
2. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
It's important to note that the right of refusal may be subject to
- Legal: Clearly define the terms and conditions of the film
certain limitations, especially in cases where the patient's
loan, including duration, purpose, and any restrictions.
- Ethical: Transparently communicate the terms to - Legal: Uphold professional standards of conduct and ethics
borrowers, ensuring they understand and agree to comply with in interactions with visitors.
the specified conditions. - Ethical: Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and
3. AGE RESTRICTIONS: respect when dealing with visitors to create a positive and
supportive environment.
- Legal: Adhere to age restrictions specified by content 5. VISITOR IDENTIFICATION AND ACCESS CONTROL
rating systems and local regulations.
- Ethical: Consider the appropriateness of the film content - Legal: Implement appropriate access controls and
for the intended audience and avoid providing content that identification measures to ensure that only authorized
may be unsuitable. individuals enter restricted areas.
4. PRIVACY CONCERNS: - Ethical: Clearly communicate and enforce access policies,
preventing unauthorized access to sensitive areas.
- Legal: Respect privacy laws when handling personal 6. COMMUNICATION OF RISKS AND INSTRUCTIONS:
information related to film loans.
- Ethical: Safeguard the privacy of individuals borrowing - Legal: Provide clear instructions to visitors regarding
films and handle their personal information responsibly. safety protocols and potential risks associated with being in
6. FAIR USE AND PUBLIC SCREENING: the radiology department.
- Ethical: Ensure that visitors understand and follow safety
- Legal: Understand the legal implications of public guidelines to minimize risks to themselves and others.
screenings, ensuring compliance with fair use laws and 7. CULTURAL SENSITIVITY:
obtaining necessary permissions.
- Ethical: Obtain permission from copyright holders before - Legal: Avoid discrimination based on cultural or other
hosting public screenings to respect the rights of content protected characteristics.
creators. - Ethical: Be culturally sensitive to the diverse backgrounds
7. DISCRIMINATION AND ACCESSIBILITY: of visitors, ensuring an inclusive and respectful environment.
8. CONSENT FOR OBSERVATION OR EDUCATION:
- Legal: Avoid discrimination in the loan of films based on
factors such as race, gender, or other protected characteristics. - Legal: Obtain appropriate consent if visitors are observing
- Ethical: Strive for inclusivity, making films accessible to a procedures or participating in educational activities.
diverse audience and accommodating special needs when - Ethical: Respect the rights and autonomy of patients by
possible. ensuring that any observation or educational involvement is
conducted with the necessary permissions.
VISITORS IN THE RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
OTHER LAWS RELATED TO ALLIED HEALTH
1.PATIENT PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY: MEDICAL PRACTICE
- Legal: Protect patient privacy as mandated by laws such as 1.PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION (PRC)
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) REGULATIONS:
or other relevant data protection regulations.
- Ethical: Safeguard patient confidentiality by limiting - Legal: Compliance with PRC regulations is mandatory for
access to patient information and ensuring that visitors do not allied medical professionals, including licensing requirements
inadvertently breach privacy. and continuing education obligations.
2. INFORMED CONSENT: - Ethical: Uphold the standards set by the PRC to maintain
professional competence and integrity.
- Legal: Ensure that visitors are aware of and agree to any
relevant policies and procedures in the radiology department. 1.REPUBLIC ACT NO. 2382 (MEDICAL ACT OF 1959):
- Ethical: Clearly communicate the expectations and
limitations for visitors, obtaining their informed consent when - Legal: Defines and regulates medical practice in the
required. Philippines, including allied medical professions. Compliance
3. RADIATION SAFETY: is essential for practitioners.
- Ethical: Adhere to the ethical standards outlined in the
- Legal: Adhere to radiation safety regulations and Medical Act to ensure patient welfare and professional
guidelines to protect visitors from unnecessary exposure. conduct.
- Ethical: Prioritize the safety of visitors by providing 3. REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10586 (PHILIPPINE RADIOLOGIC
necessary protective measures and information on radiation TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 2013)
risks.
4. PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT: - Legal: Regulates the practice of radiologic technology,
outlining licensing requirements and professional standards.
- Ethical: Radiologic technologists should prioritize patient barriers to accessing healthcare that individuals from lower
safety, adhere to radiation safety guidelines, and maintain socioeconomic backgrounds may face. It's important to be
confidentiality. attentive to these factors and offer appropriate support and
4. REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10912 (CONTINUING resources to ensure equitable and accessible healthcare for all
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 2016): patients.
- Legal: Ensures that patients have the right to informed 2. GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
consent, privacy, and other fundamental rights during Acts that target individuals based on their gender,
healthcare delivery. such as domestic violence, sexual harassment, and human
- Ethical: Healthcare providers must uphold these rights, trafficking.
fostering a patient-centered approach to care. 3. GENDER PAY GAP
Differences in earnings between men and women,
often reflecting systemic inequalities in the workplace.
CULTURAL SENSITIVITY
4. GENDER STEREOTYPES
Awareness and appreciation of the values, norms, and beliefs, Preconceived notions and expectations about the
characteristic of a cultural, ethnic, racial, or other group that is roles, behaviors, and characteristics associated with men and
not one’s own, accompanied by a willingness to adapt one’s women.
behavior accordingly. 5. LGBTQ+ RIGHTS
SOCIOECONOMIC Advocacy for equal rights and acceptance regardless
of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.
SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS
6. REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS
Socioeconomic status (SES) refers to an individual's or a
Issues surrounding access to reproductive healthcare,
family's social and economic position in society.
family planning, and women's autonomy over their bodies.
It includes factors such as income, education level,
7. GENDER DISCRIMINATION
occupation, and access to resources. Understanding SES is
Unfair treatment based on gender, affecting various
crucial in healthcare because it greatly influences access to
aspects of life, including education, employment, and social
healthcare, health behaviors, and health outcomes.
interactions.
When providing care, healthcare professionals must consider
the financial constraints, limited resources, and potential SEXUAL ORIENTATION
Sexual orientation refers to an individual's enduring
emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to people of the same
and/or opposite sex. Common categories include heterosexual
(attraction to the opposite sex), homosexual (attraction to the
same sex), and bisexual (attraction to both sexes). It is an
intrinsic aspect of a person's identity and is not a choice.
1. CHOICE
Believing that sexual orientation can be changed MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED
through therapy is a harmful misconception. Professional
health organizations widely condemn such practices. Disabled persons are those suffering from restriction or
5. STEREOTYPES different abilities, as a result of a mental, physical or sensory
impairment, to perform an activity in the manner or within the
Assuming that all individuals with a specific sexual range considered normal for a human being. Terms to further
orientation conform to stereotypes is misleading. Sexual understand Disabled Persons:
orientation is just one aspect of a person's identity. 1. Impairment is any loss, diminution or aberration of
psychological, physiological, or anatomical structure or
FAMILY STRUCTURE function.
The family is a basic unit of society in many medical and 2. Disability- A physical or mental impairment that
social science disciplines. Definitions of family have varied substantially limits one or more psychological, physiological
from country to country, and also within country. Because of or anatomical function of an individual or activities of
this and the changing realities of the current times, there is a individual record of an impairment
felt need for redefining the family and the common family Being regarded as having such an impairment
structure types. 3. Handicap refers to a disadvantage for a given individual,
resulting from an impairment or a disability, that limits or
prevents the function or activity, that is considered normal
given the age and sex of the individual
Republic Act No. 7277 or “Magna Carta for Disabled Persons,
1992”
“Disabled persons have the same rights as other people to take
their proper place in society.”
A collection of abilities that enable you to comprehend and Ethnicity describes the culture of people in a given geographic
gain knowledge about individuals whose cultural backgrounds region, including their language, heritage, religion and
diverge from your own. customs.
The Value of Cultural Sensitivity 1. Ilocano
Numerous facets of our lives are influenced by our culture. It 2. Ifugao
affects how we communicate with one another and the outside 3. Bisaya
world. 4. Muslim
Individuals who are sensitive to different cultures can live and GENDER
work there. They respect and value diversity and are receptive
to understanding things from different perspectives. What is Gender?
FAMILY STRUCTURE