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040 _aFoundation University
_beng
_cFoundation University
_erda
050 _a(CoN-Nur) LG 221 D35 N87
_bA5 N87 2025 B33
100 _aBaco, Angelyn P.,
_eauthor.
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245 0 0 _aThe lived experiences of male public health nurses caring for community dwelling women /
_cby Angelyn P. Baco, Jennifer L. Casiano, Jasmine A. Gaudan, Kg Joy L. Inao, and [others.]
260 _aDumaguete City :
_bFoundation University ;
_c2025
264 _42025
300 _3volume
_axi, 161 leaves :
_bill. (some color.)
_c28 cm.
_fresources
336 _2rdacocntent
_atext
_btxt
337 _2rdamedia
_aunmediated
_bn
338 _3rdacarrier
_avolume
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500 _aTypescript.
500 _aTitle from title page.
500 _aA qualitative phenomenological research study.
500 _aFocuses on the lived experiences of male public health nurses providing care to community-dwelling women.
500 _aIncludes tables and thematic analysis of participant narratives.
502 _aUndergraduate thesis (BS in Nursing) -- Foundation University, 2025.
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references and appendices
520 _aABSTRACT This qualitative study explores the lived experiences of male public health nurses caring for community-dwelling women, partícularly ín maternal and child health services such as prenatal care, postpartum visits, breastfeeding support, and family planning. Anchored in Edmund Husserl's descriptíve phenomenological approach, the study utilized Colaizzi's method for data analysis. Ten male nurses from various municipalíties in Negros Oriental were purposefully selected and interviewed using open-ended, semi-structured questions. Verbatim transcripts were analyzed to extract significant statements, formulate meanings, and identify emergent themes. Seven major themes emerged: Challenges Faced by Male Nurses in Women's Health Settings, Respectful Communication and Professional Boundaries, Learning Through Team Support and Guidance, Promoting Equality and Inclusive Nursing Practice, Cultural Sensitivity and Community Engagement, and, Dealing with Bias While Staying Committed to Care. Participants recounted feelings of initial discomfort, societal stereotyping, and patient hesitance when performing traditionally female roles. Despite these challenges, they demonstrated professional resilience through consent-based practices, humor, team support, and culturally sensitive communication. Over time, these experiences fostered a sense of fulfillment, increased competence, and advocacy for gender inclusivity in nursing practice. The findings highlight the importance of reshaping gender perceptions in nursing and call for inclusive training, supportive policies, and broader acceptance of male nurses in all aspects of community health care. This study contributes to the growing discourse on gender equity in nursing and underscores the capacity of male nurses to deliver compassionate, competent, and culturally sensitive care beyond traditional gender norms. Keywords: male nurses, gender roles, community health nursing, descriptive phenomenology, Colaizzi's method, maternal and child health, gender equity.
650 _aPublic health nursing.
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650 _aMale nurses.
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650 _aCommunity health nursing.
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650 _aNurse-patient relations.
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650 _aWomen
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_xHealth and hygiene.
650 _aPhenomenology.
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650 _aQualitative research.
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658 _aNursing Research 2 :
_bNursing, Bachelor of Science in ;
_cNUR 107.
700 _aCasiano, Jennifer L.
_eauthor.
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700 _aGaudan, Jasmine A.
_eauthor.
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700 _aInao, Kg Joy L.
_eauthor.
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700 _aMaldo, Shannen L.
_eauthor.
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700 _a Rosalyn T. Omaba,
_eauthor.
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700 _aRubio, Aira Zabrina T.
_eauthor.
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700 _aSiman, Yvette
_eauthor.
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942 _2lcc
_cTH
_hLG 221 D35 N87
_iA5 N87 2025 B33
_k(CoN-Nur)
_n0
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