Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University

South La Union Campus

INSTITUTE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH AND ALLIED MEDICAL SCIENCES
Agoo, La Union, Philippines

RESEARCH
MANUAL

2014
 ICHAMS Research Manual 2014

DMMMSU ICHAMS RESEARCH MANUAL

Published by:
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University
South La Union Campus
Institute of Community Health and Allied Medical Sciences
Agoo, La Union, Philippines

First Year of Publication,2014

ISBN (print): 978-971-0174-66-9
ISBN (Online): 978-971-0174-67-6

All rights reserved

No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by
any means, except for brief quotations for a review, without
the permission in writing from DMMMSU-ICHAMS.

Research Manual Committee

Chairman
Holly Lou M. Santos,RN,MAN

Vice Chairman
Janna M. Boado,RN,RM,MAN

Members
ICHAMS Faculty and Staff

Consultants
Dr. Inocencio D. Mangaoang, Jr.
Dr. Milagros R. Baldemor
Dr. Eligio B. Sacayanan
Prof. Ofelia O. Valdehueza

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DMMMSU Philosophy
Total human development with appro-
priate competencies.
DMMMSU Vision
A premier and globally competitive
university.
DMMMSU Mission
Provides relevant quality instruction,
research and extension.
DMMMSU Goal
To lead in transforming human re-
sources into productive self-
reliant citizens and responsible leaders.
ICHAMS Goals
1. To produce quality graduates in the
medical and health allied fields.
2. To provide effective community
health care services in the field of ICHAMS Research and Extension Ob-
medical and health allied courses.
3. To offer course relevant to the health
needs and situation of the times.
4. To reach out to the less privileged but
deserving high school graduates
who cannot afford to enroll in the
private schools in the region.
BSN Program Outcomes
1. Apply knowledge of physical, so-
cial, natural and health sciences and
humanities in the practice of nurs-
ing.
2. Provide safe, appropriate and holis-
tic care to individuals, families, pop-
ulation group and community utiliz-
ing the nursing process.
3. Apply guidelines and principles of
evidence-based practice in the deliv-
ery of care.
4. Practice nursing in accordance with
existing laws, legal, ethical and
moral principles.
5. Communicate effectively in speak-
ing, writing and presenting using
culturally-appropriate language.
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6. Document to include reporting up-to-
date client care accurately and
comprehensively.
7. Work effectively in collaboration
with inter-, intra- and multi-
disciplinary and multi-cultural
teams.
8. Practice beginning management and
leadership skills in the delivery of
client care using a systems ap-
proach.
9. Conduct research with an experi-
enced researcher.
10. Engage in lifelong learning with a
passion to keep current with na-
tional and global developments in
general, and nursing and health
developments in particular.
11. Demonstrate responsible citizenship
and pride of being a Filipino.
jective
To generate and disseminate appropri-
ate technologies and information n re-
sponse to the needs of its clientele and
contribute to the welfare and develop-
ment of communities in the province in
particular, and to the nation in general.
Strategies
1. Establish linkages with other agen-
cies (international, national and lo-
cal) for possible research and exten-
sion project and program collabora-
tion and for funding.
2. Develop and strengthen research and
extension income generating pro-
grams and project.
3. Adopt interdisciplinary approach in
research and extension program de-
velopment and implementation.
4. Maximize possible resources for the
development of the unit.
5. Develop the unit’s work force
through continuous capability build-
ing and reinforcements.
 FOREWORD

This Research Manual is intended to guide the

ICHAMS faculty members and students who are pre-
paring their thesis and/or research studies It pre-
scribes the format and other specifications of the re-
search studies in order to ensure the orderly presen-
tation of a scholarly work.
Researchers are requested to be guided ac-
cordingly by the style and format suggested by this
manual for consistency and uniformity in their re-
search outputs.

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 CONTENTS
Page
Chapter

1 Introduction……………………………………………………... 5
2 Format and Style……………………………………………….. 7
3 Arrangement of Contents of
Undergraduate Thesis…..…………………………………….. 11
4 Arrangement of Contents of COPAR……………………….. 16
5 Implementation and Monitoring of the Conduct
of Research………………………………………………………. 22

References…………………………………………………………. 25

Appendices
26
A. Sample Cover Page..………………………………………….
B. Sample Spine………………………………………………….. 27

C. Sample Approval Sheet……………………………………… 28

D. Sample Abstract……………………...……………………… 29

E. Sample Table…………………………………………………. 30

F. Sample Plate………………………………………………….. 31

G. Sample Figure………………………………………………... 32

H. Format for Heading……………………………………….… 33

ICHAMS Research Agenda 2014-2018 and

Pool of Experts……………………………………………………. 34
35
Organizational Chart (Research Unit)……………………..

University Hymn……………………………………………………. 36

ICHAMS Loyalty Song……………………………………………… 37

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Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION

In both baccalaureate and master’s degrees, students

undergo scholarly research projects. These researches follow a
series of steps and a rigid standard protocol. The undergradu-
ate and master’s theses must be systematic and must undergo
planning. Its contents must be written with a critical eye and
just like ay formal paper, research is the key to create strong
thesis.
This manual was designed to assist the nursing re-
searchers in thinking through the many aspects of crafting,
implementing and defending a research study. It also includes
a list of rules and guidelines for students to follow in thesis
writing.

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 Chapter 2

FORMAT AND STYLE

This chapter presents the format and style to be used

for the research manuscript. In this way, all research out-
puts will be uniformed and well-organized.

A. Manuscript Paper
 White in color
 Substance 20
 Paper Size: Letter size (8.5 x 11 inches)

B. Cover Page
 The color is Maroon and the text is gold
 Line Spacing– single-spaced, parts evenly spaced

Sequence:
 Title– All capital letters, centered, inverted pyramid,
not to exceed three (3) lines
 Author(s)- For group research, the name of the lead
researcher will appear first then the names of the other
members will follow to be arranged alphabetically
(Maximum of 5 students in a group).
All capital letters, centered.
First Name, Middle Initial, Family Name
 Name of the University, Campus, College, Address–
-All capital letters, centered
 Degree– All Capital Letters, Centered
 Date of Completion– Month and Year

(See Appendix A for Sample)

C. Spine
Author(s)- For group research:
Lead Author, et.al, Title, Year

(See Appendix B for Sample)

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D. Preparation of the Manuscript

1. Margin: Top-1.3 inches, Right– 1 inch, Left side is 1.5 inch-
es , Bottom-1 inch
2. Font: size 12, Times New Roman
3. Spacing: In general it must be double spaced, except for
titles, table texts and bibliography which are single spaced.
4. Set an automatic TAB stop of 0.5” for paragraph indenta-
tion.
5. Set four spaces between Chapter Title and First entry head-
ing.
6. Place four spaces between main side headings (Parts of Re-
search).

E. Title Page– The title page will be the same as the cover page.

F. Pagination
 Title page– no page
 Preliminary pages are numbered in the lower center part of
the page in Roman numerals (i,ii,iii,…)
 The rest of the pages are numbered in upper right part of
the page in Hindu Arabic numbers.
 Start of chapter– included in the pagination but page
number is hidden/omitted

G. Acknowledgment
 Use formal language, narrative format, use the third per-
son, no picture, no graphics
 Initials of Author(s); no punctuation mark shall be placed
at the end.
 No limit as to the number of pages, no boldface fonts in the
body.

H. Dedication
 This must be brief, centered on one page with no heading.
 This is an optional part of the Preliminary.

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I. Table of Contents
 Preliminaries, Contents/Text, Literature Cited, Appendices
 Preliminaries and Chapter Title shall be CAPITALIZED.
 Items in every chapter shall be in Title Case.
 Chapter Title shall be numbered using the Hindu-Arabic
Numeral.
 List of Tables, List of Figures, and List of Plates shall only
reflect those that appear in the text. (Screen Prints shall be
included in the List of Plates)
 Paging for the preliminaries shall use the Roman Numeral
small case. Flush right for the page numbers.
 Paging for the main parts shall use the Hindu-Arabic Nu-
merals. Flush right for the page numbers.
 Dots shall be used as leaders. (no space between dots
……….)
 The item “Table of Contents” shall not be included in the
Table of Contents.

J. List of Tables
 Include only the tables that appear in the text
 There should be continuous numbering (Hindu Arabic) of
tables in the text.

K. List of Figures
 Include only the figures (graphs, chart and other illustra-
tive materials) that appear in the text.
 There should be continuous numbering (Hindu Arabic) of
figures in the text.

L. List of Plates
 Include only the plates (pictures) that appear in the text.
 There should be continuous numbering (Hindu Arabic) of
plates in the text.

Note: Tables, Figures, Plates which are in support to basic/

primary data in the text will be placed in the Appendices.

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M. Abstract
 Abridged version of the most important results of the study
 Should be placed before Chapter 1.
 One page only, maximum of 150 words which includes one
sentence of the situation/background of the study, the ob-
jectives/problems of the study, methodology and the salient
findings. Conclusions and recommendations shall not be
included in the abstract.
 Single spaced, italics.
 The name of the adviser shall be in bold Title Case.
 Keywords indented, arranged alphabetically.

N. Curriculum Vitae
 Itemized list of information about the researcher(s); single
spaced per item but double spaced for every entry
 It should contain a passport-size picture with plain colored
background (green), blouse/shirt with collar, placed on up-
per right corner of the page.
 No limit as to the number of pages per researcher.
Contents: Name, Address (home and email), Contact
Number, Date of Birth, Civil Status, Parents/Guardian,
Spouse and Children (if applicable) Schools Attended, Train-
ings and Seminars Attended, Awards received, Extra Curric-
ular Activities
 It should be placed on the last part of the Appendices

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 Chapter 3

ARRANGEMENT OF CONTENTS OF
UNDERGRADUATE THESIS
The arrangement of the contents of Undergraduate Thesis
should follow this arrangement.

A. Preliminaries
1.Cover Page 6. Table of Contents
2.Title Page 7. List of Tables
3.Approval Sheet 8. List of Figures
4.Acknowledgments 9. List of Plates
5. Dedication (Optional) 10. Abstract

B. Contents

Technical Research Social Research

Chapter INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION
1 Situation Analysis Situation Analysis
Statement of Objectives Framework of the Study
Time and Place of the Statement of the Problem
Study Definition of Terms
Definition of Terms

Chapter METHODOLOGY METHODOLOGY

2 Research Design
Materials and Procedures
Data Analysis
Research Design
Sources of Data
(include scope and content)
Instrumentation and Data
Collection
Analysis of Data
Statistical Tool
Categorization of Data

Note: In Case of Qualitative

Research, Statistical Tool and
Categorization of Data are
deleted as parts
Chapter RESULTS AND DISCUSSION RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
3

Chapter SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND

4 AND RECOMMENDATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS

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B. CONTENTS

Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION
A. Situation Analysis. This part describes the problem situa-
tion which should be macro to micro analysis or vice ver-
sa; that is considering statistical data on global, national
and local scenarios pertaining to the study based from au-
thoritative sources. This part discusses the what and why
and significance of the study.
Set-off quotations shall not use quotation marks; single
spaced; with 10 space margins from left margin and 5
space margins from the right margin.
B. Framework of the Study. The study should be linked with
existing theories particularly nursing theories like Environ-
mental theory of Nightingale, Orem’s Self-Care Theory, etc.
which will serve as the guide of the study. This part should
also present specific constructs and assumptions that sup-
ports the study. Moreover, it should present the research
paradigm that will serve as a guide in the conduct of the
study. The research paradigm should illustrate the rela-
tionship of the variables that are used and this may be in
the form of input-process-output (IPO), flow chart system,
true system approach and many more.
C. Statement of the Problem/Statement of Objectives. The
general problem should present a situation or phenomenon
that challenges a solution or a felt need which will also
contribute to existing knowledge. The specific problems
should be presented in a logical way from factual to analyt-
ical and should be expressed in interrogative form. State-
ment of objectives both general and specific shall be stated
in declarative sentence.
D. Time and Place of the Study. Researchers should present
the period of which the research was done as well as the
locale of the study.
E. Definition of Terms. The important terms used in the
study should be defined in combination of lexical and oper-
ational way. The terms which are defined must be ar-
ranged alphabetically and proper citation of lexical defini-
tion is necessary. Format for the Definition of Terms: The
term should be Indented; italicized; followed by a period
then definition.

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Chapter 2. METHODOLOGY
A. Research Design. The researcher/s should describe the
appropriate research mode appropriate to the study
(experimental, descriptive, qualitative etc. )
B. Sources of Data. Researcher/s should describe the char-
acteristics of the respondents or participants of the study.
Tabular presentation may be used. Furthermore, if appli-
cable, there should be a description of the specific sam-
pling frame and sampling technique.
C Materials and Procedures. The tools utilized in gathering
the data should be described and the researcher should
explain logically how the data was gathered.
D. Instrumentation and Data Collection. This part de-
scribes the instrument (questionnaire) that will be used in
the study. It should present how the instrument was for-
mulated, cite sources if applicable. The parts of the ques-
tionnaire should also be discussed. The researcher/s
should also present the test of validity and reliability of the
tool. Furthermore, this area describes and explains logical-
ly how the data was gathered. It describes in sequence how
the tool was administered.
E. Analysis of Data/ Data Analysis. Identify the statistical
tools that will be used per specific problem. The re-
searcher/s should also present the scales of values that
will be used and the descriptive equivalent rating if appli-
cable. For qualitative studies, this area presents the meth-
od as to how the data will be analyzed by the researcher/s.

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Chapter 3. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

 The presentation of this chapter should be based on
the sequence of the statement of the objectives/ prob-
lems.
 Introduce the tables, figures, plates first; as much as
possible, these are not suppose to be placed in between
paragraphs.
 In case of long tables and there is a need to cut the ta-
ble, the first part should always be longer than the oth-
er part. If the remaining part of a cut table consists of 2
to 3 lines only, the font size may be reduced (up to font
size 10) so that the table will be accommodated in just
one page .
 For table interpretation, it should include trends and
patters, it should be linked with related literatures, and
implications.

Chapter 4. SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND

RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Summary. This area presents in narrative form the
introductory statement followed by the statement of the
problems, methodology, and salient findings for each
specific problems (numbered) and in paragraph form.
B. Conclusions. These are brief generalized statements
in answer to the general and specific problems/
objectives used in the study. There should be an intro-
ductory statement followed by the conclusions which
are numbered and in list form. There should be no nu-
merical or statistical presentations
C. Recommendations. These should be based on the
findings and conclusions of the study. They should be
workable and feasible. There should be an introducto-
ry statement followed by the recommendations which
are numbered and in list form.

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C. BACK MATTERS
LITERATURE CITED
 References shall be alphabetically arranged with no
categorization (double spaced; hanging indention).
 For electronic sources, include date and time of re-
trieval.
 Follow APA format (6th edition)
 Minimum number of literature to be reviewed and
cited is 20, within 5 years while for theories/
principles/seminal works, there shall be no re-
striction as to the date of publication.
 Secondary citations shall be limited to two only.
 Reviews from Wikipedia are not acceptable.
 References shall be 50% published materials and
50% unpublished materials,
APPENDICES
 By category
 To be exhibited in continuous sequence following the
sequence categories listed above
 The alphabet should be used for coding; no use of
alphanumeric or decimal coding.

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Chapter 4

ARRANGEMENT OF CONTENTS OF COMMUNITY

ORGANIZING PARTICIPATORY ACTION
RESEARCH (COPAR)

The arrangement of the contents of COPAR should follow

this arrangement.

A. Preliminaries
1.Cover Page 6. Table of Contents
2.Title Page 7. List of Tables
3.Approval Sheet 8. List of Figures
4.Acknowledgments 9. List of Plates
5. Dedication (Optional) 10. Abstract

B. Contents

Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION
Situation Analysis
Framework of the Study
Statement of the Problem
Definition of Terms

Chapter 2.METHODOLOGY
Research Design
Sources of Data (Include scope and content)
Instrumentation and Data Collection
Analysis of Data

Chapter 3 RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

Chapter 4.SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS

AND RECOMMENDATIONS

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B. CONTENTS

Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION

A. Situation analysis. This part describes the problem situ-

ation which should be macro to micro analysis or vice
versa that is considering statistical data on global, nation-
al and local scenarios pertaining to the study based from
authoritative sources. Researchers should present why is
there a need to conduct the COPAR in the selected com-
munity.

B. Framework of the Study. The study should be linked with

existing theories particularly theories like Environmental
theory of Nightingale, Orem’s Self-Care Theory, etc. which
will serve as the guide of the study. This part should also
present specific constructs and assumptions that supports
the study.

C. Statement of the Problem. The general problem should

present a situation or phenomenon that challenges a solu-
tion or a felt need which will also contribute to existing
knowledge. The specific problems should be presented in a
logical way from factual to analytical and should be ex-
pressed in interrogative form.

Sample:

The study aimed to identify the community problems of

Barangay Pangpang, Bacnotan, La Union.
Specifically, the researchers sought to answer the follow-
ing questions:

1. What is the demographic profile of Barangay

Pangpang, Bacnotan, La Union in terms of
A. age
B. sex
C. civil status
D. religion
E. educational attainment
F. sources of income?

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2. What is the physical home characteristics of Barangay

Pangpang, Bacnotan, La Union in terms of
A. lot ownership
B. status of occupancy
C. energy source
D. water supply
E. toilet facilities
E. drainage system?
3. What is the health status of Barangay Pangpang, Bacno-
tan, La Union in terms of
A. immunization
B. family planning methods used
C. present health problems
D. past health problems
E. health care facilities utilized?
4. What are the identified problems in the community?
5. What strategies can be formulated and implemented based
from the results of the study?

D. Definition of Terms. The important terms used in the

study should be defined in combination of lexical and op-
erational way. The terms which are defined must be ar-
ranged alphabetically and proper citation of lexical defini-
tion is necessary. Format for the Definition of Terms: The
term should be Indented; italicized; followed by a period
then definition.

Chapter 2. METHODOLOGY
A. Research Design. The researcher/s should describe the
appropriate research mode used in the study which is in
this case, it is COPAR.
B. Sources of Data. Researchers should describe the charac-
teristics of the respondents or participants of the study.
Furthermore, if applicable, there should be a description of
the specific sampling frame and sampling technique. The
community should be briefly described in this part. Fur-
ther discussion of the community features will be placed
under Appendices.

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 C. Instrumentation and Data Collection. This part de-
scribes the instrument (questionnaire) that was used
in the study. Furthermore, this area describes and
explains logically how the data were gathered. It de-
scribes in sequence how the tool was administered.
D. Analysis of Data. Identify the statistical tools used.
The researcher/s should also present the scales of
values that will be used and the descriptive equivalent
rating if applicable. The researchers should also place
here the method used to prioritize the identified com-
munity problems.

Chapter 3. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

 The presentation of this chapter should be based on
the sequence of the statement of the objectives/ prob-
lems.
 Introduce the tables, figures, plates first; and as
much as possible, these are not suppose to be placed
in between paragraphs.
 In case of long tables and there is a need to cut the
table, the first part should always be longer than the
other part. If the remaining part of a cut table con-
sists of 2 to 3 lines only, the font size may be reduced
(up to font size 10) so that the table will be accommo-
dated in just one page .
 For table interpretation, it should include trends and
patters, it should be linked with related literatures,
and implications.

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Chapter 4. SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND

RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Summary. This area presents in narrative form the
introductory statement followed by the statement of
the problems, methodology, and salient findings for
each specific problems (numbered) and in para-
graph form.
B. Conclusions. These are brief generalized state-
ments in answer to the general and specific prob-
lems/objectives used in the study. There should be
an introductory statement followed by the conclu-
sions which are numbered and in list form. There
should be no numerical or statistical presentations
C. Recommendations. These should be based on the
findings and conclusions of the study. They should
be workable and feasible. There should be an in-
troductory statement followed by the recommenda-
tions which are numbered and in list form.

C. BACK MATTER2S
LITERATURE CITED
 References shall be alphabetically arranged with no
categorization (double spaced; hanging indention).
 For electronic sources, include date and time of re-
trieval.
 Follow APA format (6th edition)
 Minimum number of literature to be reviewed and
cited is 20, within 5 years while for theories/
principles/seminal works, there shall be no re-
striction as to the date of publication.
 Secondary citations shall be limited to two only.
 Reviews from Wikipedia are not acceptable.
 References shall be 50% published materials and
50% unpublished materials

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APPENDICES (Sequence)
 By category
 To be exhibited in continuous sequence following the
sequence categories listed above
 The alphabet should be used for coding; no use of
alphanumeric or decimal coding.

Appendix A. Communications (Template)

Appendix B. Instruments (Questionnaire)
Appendix C. Tables (Computation of identified
problems)
Appendix D. Figures
Appendix E. Plates
Appendix F. Background of the Barangay (History,
Geographic characteristics, facilities,
etc.)
Appendix G. Documentation of COPAR Activities espe-
cially during Implementation Stage
(include Registration forms, programme,
certificates, pictures with caption, etc.)

Note:
The last Appendix should be the Curriculum Vitae.

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Chapter 5

IMPLEMENTATION & MONITORING OF THE

CONDUCT OF RESEARCH

Researchers should follow and complete the phases of the

research process which are: 1.) Conceptual Phase, 2.) Planning
and Design Phase, 3.) Empirical Phase,4.) Analytic Phase and
5.) Dissemination & Utilization Phase/
Researchers should also take into consideration the ethical
conduct of research specially the principles of beneficence, re-
spect for human dignity (right to self-determination and full
disclosure) and justice (right to fair treatment and privacy).
The researcher is obliged to inform the potential subject of
all of the usual elements of consent (e.g., disclosure of the pur-
pose of the study, obligations of the participant, and voluntary
nature of participation) in a cover letter or in some other iden-
tified fashion, even when a written signed consent is not re-
quired. In addition, the disclaimer statement "Completion of
this questionnaire serves as consent to participate in the
study" should be included on questionnaires.
In some studies, the nature of the study requires incom-
plete disclosure of information about the study when informed
consent is obtained. After the study is completed, the subjects
must be debriefed and provided with complete disclosure of
information about the study that was omitted during the con-
sent process.
In addition, researchers who intend to use animals in a
study should also take the necessary steps to secure an ani-
mal permit from the Department of Agriculture and should im-
plement the ethical principles of animal use and care.
Researchers should avoid scientific misconduct which in-
volves with the conducting, reporting and publication of
fraudulent research.. Examples of which are fabrication or
falsification, selective retaining and manipulation of data, irre-
sponsible collaboration and plagiarism. University and insti-
tute policies shall be implemented once scientific misconduct
is determined by respective authorities.

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Thesis Committee Membership (Baccalaureate)
 The Thesis Committee members will serve as evaluators and
consultants for the proper conduct of the thesis. There will
be four members composed of the adviser, technical/external
evaluator, and two members to be identified by the Chair-
man/Director.
 The students will recommend their adviser in consultation
with the department chair and with the approval of the
Dean/Director. The adviser should be expert in the field.

COPAR Committee Membership

 The COPAR Committee members will serve as evaluators and
consultants for the proper conduct of the COPAR. There will
be four members composed of the adviser, technical/external
evaluator, and two members to be identified by the Chair-
man/Dean/Director.
 The adviser should be expert in the field.

On-going and Completed Faculty R & D Projects (During Im-

plementation)
DMMMSU employ five mechanisms for monitoring pro-
gress of ongoing and completed projects: a) field evaluation; b)
agency in-house review (AIHR); c) commodity R & D review
(CRDR); d) regional symposium on R & D highlights (RSRDH)/
Zonal Commodity R and D Program (ZCRDPR); and e) national
symposium on regional agriculture and resources R & D high-
lights (NSARRD).
These mechanisms, while having their own specific objec-
tives, are generally aimed at:
1. monitoring the status of projects to ensure that progress
and outputs are in accordance with the plans;
2. monitoring project resources to determine if these are being
used efficiently and are available at the right time and in
the required amounts;
3. promoting coordination among participating agencies by
disseminating information on the scope, schedule, budgets,
and other aspects of ongoing projects;
4. providing necessary feedback on project control so that
prompt corrective measures can be instituted;
5. providing feedback necessary in planning and evaluating
projects; and
6. evaluating completed projects to identify status of technolo-
gies generated or verified.

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Agency In-house Review (AIHR) of On-Going and Completed

Faculty Researches
The agency in-house review shall be conducted to assess
the implementation of on-going and completed R & D projects
particularly with regards to the attainment of objectives and ad-
herence to the approved program of activities and budget alloca-
tion. It helps to identify problems met during project implemen-
tation, and recommend specific course of action like continua-
tion, extension modification and planned activities and method-
ology, suspension, termination, etc. in accordance with the rec-
ommendation of the technical review panel consisting of the Uni-
versity pool of experts.
The researcher shall prepare the NARRDS Form 1a (Basic
Information) and Form b (Technical Description) of the on-going
and completed researches giving emphasis on the complete parts
of a technical report indicating the Introduction, Materials and
Methods Results and Discussion, Literature Cited and Problems
Met.

Report Requirements
The researcher shall submit five copies of the following
technical reports to research unit of the operating unit and the
UREO:
 Quarterly monitoring reports DMMMSU R & E Form No. 2,
signed by the researcher, Chairman/Dean/Director, Direc-
tor for Research and the Vice President for Research and
Extension
 Annual progress report (DOST-PCARRD Form No. 3) that
will be submitted during the agency-in-house review.
 Terminal report (DOST-PCARRD Form No. 5A submitted
within two months after completion of the project.
 Financial Reports- Externally funded researches require
the submission of the financial report. The financial report
shall be signed by the budget officer, project leader, head of
the agency or the authorized representative and the COA
auditor.
 Income generated from the research- Incidental income
generated from the conduct of research shall be deposited
in Fund 161. The utilization of the incidental income shall
be stated and thus can be revolved for the conduct of the
funded research.

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APPENDIX A

SAMPLE COVER PAGE

NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCES OF PATIENTS DIAGNOSED WITH CARDIO-

VASCULAR DISEASES, RESPIRATORY DISEASES AND VEHICULAR
ACCIDENTS OF SELECTED AREAS IN LA UNION

ROBERT Q. CABILATAZAN
RUBY M. CALONGE
HAYDEE B.DEL ROSARIO
GIRLIE LIEZEL O. LAROYA
RHODESSA V. LAROYA

DON MARIANO MARCOS MEMORIAL STATE UNIVERSITY

SOUTH LA UNION CAMPUS
INSTITUTE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH AND ALLIED MEDICAL SCIENCES
AGOO, LA UNION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

OCTOBER 2013

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IN LA UNION: A PROTOTYPE 2010
APPENDIX B

SAMPLE SPINE
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APPENDIX C

APPROVAL SHEET

This thesis entitled “Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency:

A Rocky Road Experience of Mothers “, prepared and submitted by SALVA-

DOR P. LLAVORE, ROCHELLE B. ABENOJAR, INA STEPHANIE M. FRI-

JAS, JALYNE JOY M. OLIDAN, LOURDES A. ROJAS, in partial fulfillment

of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing is hereby ac-

cepted by the Oral Examination Committee (OREC) composed of:

ROLANDO P. RONCAL JR. JOEL C. ESTACIO

Member Adviser

JANNA M. BOADO HOLLY LOU M. SANTOS

Member Member

FRANCIS A. UYAAN
Chair

Accepted and approved in partial fulfillment of requirements for the de-

gree, Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

OFELIA O. VALDEHUEZA INOCENCIO D. MANGAOANG,JR.

Director, ICHAMS Chancellor
DMMMSU-SLUC DMMMSU-SLUC
Agoo, La Union Agoo, La Union

Date: ____________ Date: ____________

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SAMPLE ABSTRACT

Llavore, Salvador P., et.al. (2014) . Glucose-6-Phosphate De-

hydrogenase Deficiency: A Rocky Road Experience of Mothers. Bach-
elor of Science in Nursing. Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State Univer-
sity South La Union Campus, Institute of Community Health and Allied
Medical Sciences, Agoo, La Union.

Adviser: Joel C. Estacio,MAN,RN,RM

G6PD is the most prevalent illness in children tested in Newborn

Screening that can lead to life-threatening hemolytic crisis and can have
immense impact to mothers. This paper aimed to explore the lived experi-
ences of mothers with G6PD-diagnosed children. The study is a phenome-
nological design using in-depth interview which was conducted from No-
vember,2013-September,2014. Participants were mothers residing in
Agoo, La Union with G6PD-toddlers who were chosen purposively. Co-
laizzi’s method was used to analyze data.

The mothers perceived that G6PD is caused by lack of enzymes and

hereditary aggravated by certain foods, drugs, and chemicals. They felt
fear, anxiety, shock, guilt and hurt initially. Later, they accepted G6PD
wholeheartedly as a part of God’s plan, after determining their children’s
positive future and with their trust to health care providers. The mothers
sought for professional and God’s help and focused on rearing their chil-
dren in order to cope with their situation.

Keywords: Children, Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase

Deficiency (G6PD), lived experiences, mothers

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APPENDIX E

2 Spaces SAMPLE TABLE

Table 1. Level of Care Satisfaction of Post Partum Clients in Selected

Health Care Institutions in La Union
Double line

Level of Care Satisfaction M Interpretation

Consent is informed clear. 3.33 VS Single line

Staff informed rights and obligation. 3.08 S

Treatment option is well explained. 3.12 S
Privacy is assured. 3.11 S
Abilities of health professionals. 3.38 VS
Services provided meet objectives. 3.08 S
Nurses maintain safety and comfort. 3.29 VS
Nurses ensure continuity of care. 3.27 VS
Staff helpfulness. 3.13 S
Staff friendliness. 3.19 S
Speed of service. 3.00 S
Availability of staff. 3.13 S
Nurses answer questions promptly. 3.32 VS
Professionalism of the nurse is applied. 3.41 VS
Satisfaction with the environment/ward. 2.60 S

Double line
Line weight: 1 1/2 (all)
Note:
 The table shall be drawn from margin to margin
 *Single line to separate the grand mean
 *Use single space if there are more than 10 entries in the table.
 *Use double space if there are less than 10 entries in a table.
 Font size may be reduced up to font size 10 (Times New Roman)
 Single space separates the Table Title and table.
 Double space separates the Table Header and the first entry line.
 Use the symbol M to refer to Mean and WM to refer to Weighted Mean.
 Use the symbol (%) in the table and when enclosed in parentheses; in
words in the discussion part (percent).
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SAMPLE PLATE

Plate 1. Sample Cage of the Test Animals

Note:
 The size of the plate is preferably half page of the pa-
per.
 The plate should be drawn from margin to margin.
 Two (2) plates in one page may be allowed.
 Number and title shall be placed below the enclosed
plate.

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APPENDIX G

SAMPLE FIGURE

1 week Take initial CBG Aspirate 0.03 ml of Administer Dexame-

Dexamethasone thasone on the thigh
acclimatization of test animals

Put the 100 ml Express the juice Wash and dry the Check CBG
express juice on a using blender and
beaker squeeze it on a clean
before
cloth

Aspirate the juice on the Administer the After giving the treat- Observe the test animals
syringe ments, check the CBG after treatment administra-
treatments via oral tion

Fig.1. Preparation of Test Animals and Treatment Administration

Note:
 Figures shall be enclosed, drawn from margin to margin
 Needed data such as percentages/frequencies shall be
evident.
 The Notation Fig.1. Title (Title of the figure) shall be
placed below the figure.

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FORMAT FOR HEADING

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ICHAMS RESEARCH AGENDA 2014-2018

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 ICHAMS RESEARCH UNIT
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
2014

INOCENCIO D. MANGAOANG JR.

Chancellor

MILAGROS B. BALDEMOR
Campus Research Head

CORE STAFF OFELIA O. VALDEHUEZA

ICHAMS Director

JANNA M. BOADO
Research Facilitator
ICHAMS

SUBJECT MATTER SPECIALIST/

PROGRAM/ PROJECT LEADER

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