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Gov. M. Cuenco Ave, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines

College of Nursing
Telephone No: (032) 231- 8631
NCM 106 – Pharmacology
Course Outputs / Assessment of Learning for CILO # 1

Written Outputs (Mental Models, Group Activity and Reflection Journal)
The article discusses the ongoing campaign of WHO in administering COVID-19

vaccines to people all over the world. This campaign is to prevent the continuous spread of the
virus, thus avoiding further casualties and financial losses sustained from the start of the
pandemic. However, the public has to note that vaccines are not shields and do not prevent us
from getting the virus. Immunity will help our bodies have an extra boost of antibodies that will
fight the virus if it tries to enter our system. Everybody should still be wearing masks, observing
proper hygiene, and proper social distancing since we still haven’t reached the level of herd
immunity. In connection with this, research regarding the protection capacity of vaccines is still
under development and observation. If one wants to be aware of the daily movement in vaccines,
a dashboard is updated in real-time how much percentage of the world’s population has already
been vaccinated. WHO accounts in the last paragraph that vaccination is the catalyst that will
stop the pandemic; thus, administering it to every country, especially to the most vulnerable to
the virus, is their current primary objective.
Ensuring fair and equitable access to vaccines is the main idea of the article. It conveys
that no matter who you are and what country you are in, vaccination must be guaranteed for
everybody. It furthermore discerns why it is of great importance that adequate and equal access
to safe vaccines can make a huge difference in stopping the pandemic, regardless, one should not
be too complacent even if vaccinated, continuing in performing the preventive measures still
matters. Overall, the main idea in the article was relatively clear and so it is easy for the readers
to understand the message of the article as well.
During this time of the pandemic, it is undeniable that our life is at stake. We are faced
with this crisis wherein we are hopelessly fighting for our lives against an enemy that cannot be
seen by our naked eyes - unaware of how deadly this virus can be. We have gone through the
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darkest times witnessing countless death and misery every single day slowly accepting that this
might be the end of humanity. But even though hope is a blur, we still strive for survival. With
the provision of DOH and its constituents, they constructed health and safety protocols with the
goal of optimizing protection and control over this deadly virus. Not only that, the creation of
safe and effective vaccines is now making its way to the mass. Furthermore, in this article, it
presented a myriad of information in relation to COVID-19 vaccines. We will use the
information that we obtained from the article to educate others about the importance of getting
vaccines. Having information and facts about COVID-19 vaccines will help diminish people’s
fears and anxieties about the disease and support their ability to cope with any secondary impacts
in their lives. Education can encourage people to become advocates for disease prevention and
control at home, in school, and in their community by talking to others about how to prevent the
spread of viruses. Sharing updated information about coronavirus disease (COVID-19),
including its symptoms, complications, how it is transmitted and how to prevent transmission is
crucial to ending the COVID-19 pandemic. We will utilize the information acquired by
rectifying other people’s misconceptions and myths about the said vaccines. People are easily
swayed by fake rumors spreading on different social media platforms. Additionally, we will
advocate people to administer vaccines by integrating our learning from the fundamentals of
pharmacology, by educating them how the vaccine works, what it does in our body, how the
body reacts and what compromises a vaccine.
Stating the purpose and importance of vaccines gives a plausible idea but the part that
made it interesting is claiming that it is not the cure nor the way to save yourself against COVID-
19. The statement serves as a neutral zone between those who want and don’t want to be
vaccinated. It makes us wonder and ask ourselves whether our decision regarding vaccines will
be right or wrong. Questions such as “How effective will it be?”, “Will it be safe at all”, “Is it
okay for me to take it?”, or “ Is it okay not to take it?” are some of the queries that we want to be
answered. Some speculations circulating online such that vaccines would cause disease due to
unethical methods and this would likely create a lot of confusion to everyone, especially those

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unvaccinated people, which leads them to doubt and hesitation. It tends that these kinds of issues
would become more important as COVID-19 continues to grow and evolve as far as the
preservation of the betterment is concerned. However, the choice we made will always be up to
us, as we all know, the vaccine that was being produced IS NOT A CURE but PROTECTION.
Throughout, the COVID-19 vaccine has been thoroughly investigated, with the conclusion that it
is essential in reducing potential danger. It is still continually developing, evaluating the
research, and adjusting our procedures even though we're uncertain on how long does the
protection lasts. Therefore, in the coming days, the vaccine would seem to be one of the most
efficient and helpful methods.
References:
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/covid-19-vaccines
Prepared by:
GROUP B BSN-2A
Leah Intis
Kyle Jalalon
Cyrel Kate Truz
Trisha Faye Pasay
Hara Isabel Lesmes
Franze Jessie Sabang
Khylamarie Villaluna
Sarah Nicole Hermoso
Naome Thea Caparida
Alyssa Marie Hortezuela
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Lemuel C. Candelasa, EdD(c) ,MAN,RN

Professor – Pharmacology

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Gov. M. Cuenco Ave, Cebu City, 6000 Philippines

NCM 106 – Pharmacology

Course Outputs / Assessment of Learning for CILO # 1

The article discusses the ongoing campaign of WHO in administering COVID-19

Pharmacology Module 1 st Semester S.Y. 2021- 2022 UCBC Page 1

Pharmacology Module 1 st Semester S.Y. 2021- 2022 UCBC Page 2

Lemuel C. Candelasa, EdD(c) ,MAN,RN

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