The Legacy Continues! : PLM Nursing students take center stage in annual MVJ Grand Case Presentation

Creativity became the highlight of the Justo Albert Auditorium last December 11 as the senior Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students held their annual Mary Vita Jackson (MVJ) Grand Case Presentation where the students showcased an array of patient cases, featuring different intensive care diseases in an unconventional manner.  

As a requirement for their subject of Intensive Care Nursing, each block was assigned to different patient cases, such as Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Diabetic Keto-Acidosis, and others. Unlike the typical defense with blazers and suits, these cases must be presented through a series of plays and must be defended through an oral revalida conducted by a panel of judges. This serves not only as a test of the students' medical knowledge in terms of analysis and technicality but also as a pageant of passion and artistry.  

A wide range of titles were performed, with genres of romance, such as "My Lungs Will Go On" by BSN 4-3, a Titanic-inspired story morphed to present the case of Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Horror, with "Judgement Call" by BSN 4-5 featuring Adrenal Crisis and Drama, presenting Cardiogenic Shock Secondary to Dilated Cardiomyopathy with the story of "Ill-egally Dilated" by BSN 4-1. 

Old Classics were reimagined in "Law Pressure Area" by BSN 4-2 and "Atay Ko Po!" by BSN 4-4 exhibiting custom covers of popular hits from musicals such as "Mamma Mia!" and "Ang Huling El Bimbo".  Other productions rose to the occasion, matching the holiday spirit with "Jingle Bells and Healing Spells" by BSN 4-9 and an integration of the hit-movie "Wicked" through BSN 4-8's "Defying Gravity". 

Following all the performances, an awarding ceremony was held, recognizing the best actors, actresses, directors and many more. After the judges' thorough deliberation for best production, "Ill-egally Dilated" by BSN 4-1 proved victorious as the 2nd Runner up, "Atay Ko Po!" by BSN 4-4 as 1st Runner up and "Defying Gravity" by BSN 4-8 hailed as the MVJ Grand Champion.

As parting words, Prof. Aris S. Santos, the Faculty Chairperson of the event commended all of the students on their hard work and creative performances.

"Coming from someone who has been there on that stage of Justo Albert...It is really memorable to see my students doing it now.. that through this MVJ, PLM Nursing still holds true to its commitment to excellence," Prof. Santos said.

As mentioned in the event's opening, Mary Vita  Jackson or MVJ was the first dean of the PLM College of Nursing in 1969 and she believed that every student has potential. This event is a testament of that belief, it was a showcase of nurtured and uplifted potentials towards greatness. Creative teaching was the heart of her legacy, which bridged the complexity and conviviality of Nursing. This brought life to stories that were previously stuck in pages and now was able to live in the hearts and minds of the event's audience. The saying “Nursing is an Art” embodies a whole new meaning in PLM College of Nursing, taking it to a whole new level. 

To every CN alumna, MVJ serves as their stepping stone in becoming “out-of-the-box” world-class nurses who are always committed to excellence and service. From the start of this tradition over 20 years ago, indeed,  the performances prove that the legacy lives on.

Creativity became the highlight of the Justo Albert Auditorium last December 11 as the senior Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students held their annual Mary Vita Jackson (MVJ) Grand Case Presentation where the students showcased an array of patient cases, featuring different intensive care diseases in an unconventional manner.  

As a requirement for their subject of Intensive Care Nursing, each block was assigned to different patient cases, such as Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Diabetic Keto-Acidosis, and others. Unlike the typical defense with blazers and suits, these cases must be presented through a series of plays and must be defended through an oral revalida conducted by a panel of judges. This serves not only as a test of the students' medical knowledge in terms of analysis and technicality but also as a pageant of passion and artistry.  

A wide range of titles were performed, with genres of romance, such as "My Lungs Will Go On" by BSN 4-3, a Titanic-inspired story morphed to present the case of Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Horror, with "Judgement Call" by BSN 4-5 featuring Adrenal Crisis and Drama, presenting Cardiogenic Shock Secondary to Dilated Cardiomyopathy with the story of "Ill-egally Dilated" by BSN 4-1. 

Old Classics were reimagined in "Law Pressure Area" by BSN 4-2 and "Atay Ko Po!" by BSN 4-4 exhibiting custom covers of popular hits from musicals such as "Mamma Mia!" and "Ang Huling El Bimbo".  Other productions rose to the occasion, matching the holiday spirit with "Jingle Bells and Healing Spells" by BSN 4-9 and an integration of the hit-movie "Wicked" through BSN 4-8's "Defying Gravity". 

Following all the performances, an awarding ceremony was held, recognizing the best actors, actresses, directors and many more. After the judges' thorough deliberation for best production, "Ill-egally Dilated" by BSN 4-1 proved victorious as the 2nd Runner up, "Atay Ko Po!" by BSN 4-4 as 1st Runner up and "Defying Gravity" by BSN 4-8 hailed as the MVJ Grand Champion.

As parting words, Prof. Aris S. Santos, the Faculty Chairperson of the event commended all of the students on their hard work and creative performances.

"Coming from someone who has been there on that stage of Justo Albert...It is really memorable to see my students doing it now.. that through this MVJ, PLM Nursing still holds true to its commitment to excellence," Prof. Santos said.

As mentioned in the event's opening, Mary Vita  Jackson or MVJ was the first dean of the PLM College of Nursing in 1969 and she believed that every student has potential. This event is a testament of that belief, it was a showcase of nurtured and uplifted potentials towards greatness. Creative teaching was the heart of her legacy, which bridged the complexity and conviviality of Nursing. This brought life to stories that were previously stuck in pages and now was able to live in the hearts and minds of the event's audience. The saying “Nursing is an Art” embodies a whole new meaning in PLM College of Nursing, taking it to a whole new level. 

To every CN alumna, MVJ serves as their stepping stone in becoming “out-of-the-box” world-class nurses who are always committed to excellence and service. From the start of this tradition over 20 years ago, indeed,  the performances prove that the legacy lives on.