CHS Hosts 14th Nursing Research Conference

by Dani G. Ortega, CHS | Jun 11 2025

The College of Health Sciences (CHS) of Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (91社区) successfully held its 14th Nursing Research Conference on May 30, 2025, at the CHS Hall.

With the theme “Empowering Care: Bridging Knowledge, Compassion, and Innovation in Nursing Practice,” the one-day conference showcased the culmination of research efforts of senior nursing students. The morning session featured 13 oral presentations, while the afternoon included the Digital Poster Presentation, Parallel Sessions, and the Awarding Ceremony.

Keynote & Panel

The keynote address was delivered by Assistant Professor Lea Andreau S. Liwagon, MSN, CNN, RN, a respected figure in CHS. The research panel included:

Associate Professor Khandy Lorraine G. Apsay, MAN, RN

Precious U. Imam, RN, MD, DPDS, DPACS

Assoc. Prof. Jude D. Positos, PhD, MAN, RN

Awardees

Best Research Papers – Qualitative

Top 1: Voices from the Bedside: A Phenomenological Study of Patient Experience with Nurses’ Moral Competence in Iligan City

– Alyssa Mae Campos, Lynne Herrero, Chinee Jane Iniego | Adviser: Professor Roselyn M. Butalid, PhD, RN

Top 2: The Silent Struggle: Exploring the Lived Experiences of Mothers Post-Miscarriage in Iligan City

– Christine Budlao, Cheska Alessandra Bautista, Kurt Larubis | Adviser: Asst. Prof. Johanna Jiel P. Cortes, MAN, RN

Top 3: Unveiling the Unseen Struggles: Exploring the Healthcare Challenges Faced by LGBTQ+ Older Adults in Iligan City

– Kylene Lalican, Jazzmine Wynne Lu, Kyle Qadrei Siao | Adviser: Assoc. Prof. Mae-Lanie O. Poblete, DScN, RN

Best Research Papers – Quantitative

Top 1: A Comparative Analysis of the Impact of Three Educational Interventions on Knowledge, Attitude, and Practical Skills in Breast Self-Examination among Maranao Female Senior high School Students

– Aisha Mohammad Daud, Adrajie Dida-agun, Sittie Alliah Ali | Adviser: Assoc. Prof. Gloria Shiela Coyoca, PhD, RN

Top 2: Development of a Customizable Medicine Organizer to Improve Medication Efficiency in Hospital Settings

– Psalm Avery Pagarigan, Shernan Samson, Allyson Torrevillas | Adviser: Asst. Prof. Johanna Jiel P. Cortes, MAN, RN

Top 3 (tie):

First Aid Administration Preparedness of Fourth-Year Nursing Students in Iligan City

– Rohaina Dibaratun, JC Boie Fernandez | Adviser: Assoc. Prof. Art Brian Escabarte, PhD, MAN, RN

Silent Struggles, Hidden Risks: Sexual Health Knowledge of Hearing-Impaired Individuals

– Reyna Lou Jusay, Liane Kyla Dondoyano | Adviser: Assoc. Prof. Gloria Shiela Coyoca, PhD, RN

Best in Oral Presentation – Qualitative

Top 1: Alyssa Mae Campos

Top 2: Cheska Alessandra Bautista

Top 3: Jazzmine Wynne Lu

Best in Oral Presentation – Quantitative

Top 1: Liane Kyla Dondoyano

Top 2: JC Boie Fernandez

Top 3: Farhanisah Taher

Best in Oral Presentation – Innovation

Top 1: Adrajie Dida-agun

Top 2: Christine Silvosa

Top 3: Misty Cloma

Best in Digital Poster

Top 1: Faith on My Plate: A Narrative Inquiry into the Experiences of Halal Dietary Practice and Psychological Well-Being Among Constittuents at 91社区 – Francis Luyao, Baironica Mindalano, Charlea Jean G. Binghoy

Top 2: Prevalence, Awareness, and Self-Care Practices of College Students exhibiting Potential Signs and Symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) at 91社区 – Xyza Angela Ayco, Francheka Illana, Donna Balbuena

Top 3: From Struggle to Strength: Lived Experience of Single Mother Students – Noreen Gyle Cepeda, Nessy Nichole Saturion

Special Awards

Best in Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

Digitizing Care through Patient E-Record System for School Infirmary – Lucy Khrisca Amora, Misty Cloma

Outstanding Research in Methodology: Breast Self-Examination Study – Daud, Dida-agun, Ali

Impactful Societal Contribution Award:

The Effectiveness of Pressureleaf: An Electronic Health Research Tool for Enhancing Hypertension Management among Select Barangays in Iligan City – Andrea Endangan, Kyla Donque

Category-Based Oral Presentation Winners

Integrative Clinical Nursing & Health Promotion:

From Findings to Future Action: Recommending the Heart-MSU App to Address Lifestyle-Driven Hypertension among Students – Diane Doverte, Glyn Circulado, Edmark Baga

Nursing Education & Professional Development:

Exploring the Interplay of Emotional Intelligence, Stress Levels, and Clinical Experience Among Nursing Students Across Academic Levels – Audrey Furmentera, Denise Kyla Yu

Gender, Reproductive Health, & Psychological Well-being:

Sexed: Assesing the Impact of Sex Education Among Filipino Youth Vis-à-vis Kirkpatrick’s Evaluation Model – Genna Pacalangot, Ayesha Panganting, Nairah Batingolo

Innovation in Nursing:

The Effects of Instrumental Philippine Folk Music Therapy on the Biophysical Measurements and the Anxiety Level of ESRD Patients in Iligan City – Marchell Solana, Lou Viviene Basan, Riva Sanco

Vulnerable Populations & Ethical Nursing Practice (Co-winners):

Implications for Quality Care Management: A Comparative-Correlational Study of Nurses’ Attitudes, Perceptions, and Practices on Patient Safety Culture in Incident Reporting – Kevynne De Guzman, Frankie Maata, Shakira Rodrigora

Investigating the Prolonged Effects of Betel Nut Chewing on Oral Health Parameters Among Older Adults in Masiu, Lanao Del Sur – Faisah Khadija Mangandong, Bai Yhusra Maulana

Opening and Closing Highlights

The event commenced with a welcome address by Assistant Dean Art Brian S. Escabarte, PhD, MAN, RN, followed by the presentation of the Conference Rationale by Overall Chairperson Adrajie Dida-agun. An Inspirational Message from CHS Dean, Professor Abdullah Junior S. Mangarun, DScN, RN was then delivered on his behalf by Assoc. Prof. Neil M. Martin, PhD, MAN, MBE, RN.

The conference concluded with Closing Remarks from Assoc. Prof. Gloria Shiela E. Coyoca, PhD, MAN, RN. Hosting the event were Shenna Raper and Katrina Alcuizar.

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