ISSN: 2782-893X
eISSN: 2799-0664
ISSN: 2782- 893X
— This study sought to determine the variation in the level of faith and the pattern in the tendency to refuse medical interventions among individuals from diverse religions within three barangays of Dagupan, specifically Barangay II, Lucao, and Tapuac. The study employed a Sequential Explanatory Mixed-Method Design, with a sample size of 390 determined through Slovin’s Formula. Quantitative data were collected via stratified random sampling and analyzed using statistical methods including Frequency and Percentage, Four-point Likert Scale, Average Weighted Mean, Chi-square, and Pearson’s R. Qualitative data, obtained through stratified purposive random sampling, underwent thematic analysis. The instruments used were validated by a panel of experts, with reliability confirmed using Cronbach’s Alpha. Results show all five religions exhibited high faith levels, with IVF, DNR, and Contraceptives having the highest refusal tendency scores. A significant relationship exists between religion and refusal tendencies, supported by a chi-square value of 109.076 and p-value < 0.05. Pearson correlation coefficients indicated varying strengths of the relationship between faith levels and refusal tendencies within each religious group. Overall, a moderate positive correlation (0.519) was observed, with Jehovah’s Witnesses showing the strongest positive correlation (0.923). This indicates that as faith levels increase, refusal of specific medical interventions also increase. This study also generated two themes with seven sub themes in the qualitative phase; for the participants' reason for refusal, it can be seen that Holy Scriptures and Faith in God were vital foundations in the decision-making. For the alternatives used , the participants conducted devotional prayers, anointing of the sick, use of medicine, supplements, a healthy lifestyle, natural contraceptives, and legal certification. It is recommended to further expand the demographic profile of the participants in order to have a wider perception and results and to integrate nursing care strategies to improve care. Keywords — Level Of Faith; Medical Refusals; Religion; Alternatives; God