On January 26, my partner and I got tested for HIV. Here are few things you need to know about HIV and the test: A. What is HIV? HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. If left untreated, HIV can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Unlike some other viruses, the human body can’t get rid … Continue reading Know your status.
Author: renz tamayo
Be with someone who…
Be with someone who is proud of you and your achievements no matter how big or small they are. Someone who will insist in celebrating these achievements even by just eating a cup of ice cream. Be with someone who is always eager to be with you. Someone who is willing to spend hours stuck in … Continue reading Be with someone who…
Thematic Analysis: Brief Psychotic Disorder
INTRODUCTION Mental disorder, as well as mental health, is a broad concept that is difficult to precisely define. However, for the purposes of academic discussion, we shall utilize the definition of renowned associations in the world. Mental disorder, as defined by the American Psychological Association (APA, 2000), is “a clinically significant behavioral or psychological syndrome … Continue reading Thematic Analysis: Brief Psychotic Disorder
Happy New Year!
As we launch into a new year, we are thinking of you with love and prayer that we will all welcome 2017 with renewed hope and confidence for us to do better, to be kinder, to forgive more, to pray more, and to love more. Have a blessed 2017 filled with God's presence and abounding … Continue reading Happy New Year!
2016 Year in Review: Life, Career, Love
The year 2016 isn't the best year. So many things happened this year that most of us end up cursing. Maybe it's time that we leave all the negative behind and start looking forward to a better year that's yet to come. Despite all the (political) drama, I can say that, personally, 2016 has been … Continue reading 2016 Year in Review: Life, Career, Love
Merry Christmas!
The Christian attitude which best compliments the virtues of joy, peace, and love is humility. We remember that Jesus was born in the most humbling condition, yet this Christian virtue is least celebrated. Hence, this is our Christmas prayer - may our celebration of Christmas be Christ-centered, humble and our merriment be expressed meekly. Merry … Continue reading Merry Christmas!
RSA: 1 of 2
December 18 marks the end of the first year of my Return Service. Amazing how time flies! During the past year, I've been able to do three things: (1) work as a research assistant, establish an organization of researchers, (2) teach nursing topics, (3) work as a hospital staff nurse. In the final year of … Continue reading RSA: 1 of 2
Pen Point 10
You do not necessarily have to "fit in" in order to "belong"
November 2016 PNLE
Tips daw para magtop sa board exam: 1) Yakapin ang batch / preboard exam topnotchers. 2) Hingin ang pencils nila. 3) Kausapin at hintaying sabihan ka ng "good luck" o "galingan mo" ni crush. 😀 Good luck, UP College of Nursing Class of 2016. 🙂 #OneTakeSince1948
First 50 Duty Days
I am the newest staff nurse in the Department of Neurosciences, Philippine General Hospital. I thought I came well-prepared owing to the fact that I've had my clinical rotations in the same hospital and even in the same department. But a beginning nurse like me would know that there's so much to learn - knowledge, … Continue reading First 50 Duty Days
Pens & Needles 