Date of Completion

2025

Document Type

Research Project

Degree Name

Grade 12

Keywords

College students, Emotional preparedness, Gender sensitivity, LGBTQIA+, Nursing Students, Patient Care, Sexual Orientation

Abstract

This study investigated the emotional preparedness of college students of De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute (DLSMHSI) towards caring for members of the LGBTQIA+ community in clinical settings. The research focused on assessing the students’ clinical exposure, knowledge, and attitude towards LGBTQIA+ patients to determine their level of preparedness in providing inclusive and empathetic healthcare services. By analyzing the data collected, the study found that college students demonstrated a high level of emotional preparedness, demonstrating a high level of acceptance and readiness of college students towards LGBTQIA+ patients. The data were collected from 179 respondents, from the fourth-year students of the College of Nursing in DLSMHSI, using a 15-item adapted questionnaire disseminated through Google Forms. The questionnaire assessed the college students’ clinical exposure, their knowledge about the LGBTQIA+ community, and their attitude towards LGBTQIA+ patients. The results indicated that the college students expressed and showed a positive attitude and willingness to provide inclusive and equitable care for patients who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. However, the findings also revealed that their clinical exposure remains limited, suggesting the need for additional clinical experience to strengthen overall preparedness.

First Advisor

Nikka Mae R. Mojica

Download

Share

COinS