ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Conducting a research study is a labour of love -- an act of endurance and persistence. A major project like this is never the work of anyone alone. The contributions of several different people, in their different ways, have made this undergraduate thesis possible. Expressions of warmest gratitude and appreciation are extended to the following individuals who have contributed to the realization of this study:
To Ma. Almira P. Nebres, MAN, RN, Thesis Adviser, for the untiring assistance and constant encouragement throughout the course of this project;
To Danilo R. Ecarma, MATCS, Panelist, for his detailed and constructive comments and suggestions for the enrichment of the study;
To Junge B. Guillena, MS, Statistician, whose statistical expertise was invaluable during the analysis and interpretation of the data that has been collected;
To Shirley M. Bacus, MAN, MPH, RN, Vice President for Nursing Services, for allowing the researchers to conduct the study in the OPD (Out-Patient Department) of Mindanao Sanitarium and Hospital;
To the respondents, who extended their immense help by providing the required information, which in turn helped in achieving the objective of this study;
To the researchers’ parents, for their continued belief and steadfast financial support that made rough ways easier to reach this end;
Above all, to the Almighty God whose infinite wisdom gave us the capability to surmount difficulties in making the study successful. Glory be to Him, the Most Gracious!