Filipino Nurses and U.S. Immigration

The video explores the paradox of the nursing shortage in the Philippines despite a high number of nursing graduates. It traces the historical roots of this issue back to the US colonization of the Philippines, which established a Western-style nursing education system. This inadvertently prepared Filipino nurses for work in the US, leading to significant migration, especially post-WWII. Changes in US immigration policy in the 1960s further facilitated this migration. Economic and political instability in the Philippines, including the labor export policy under Ferdinand Marcos, also pushed nurses to seek opportunities abroad. The video highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Filipino nurses, both in the US and the Philippines, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

What historical event led to the establishment of American-style nursing education in the Philippines?

• The Philippine Revolution

• World War I

• The U.S. colonization of the Philippines

• The Spanish-American War

Why did the U.S. recruit Filipino nurses during World War II?

• They were cheaper to employ

• They had Americanized nursing training

• They were fluent in multiple languages

• They were already in the U.S.

What was a significant change in U.S. immigration policy in the 1960s that affected Filipino nurses?

• The introduction of the Green Card

• The start of the Visa Waiver Program

• The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965

• The end of the Bracero Program

What was one of the reasons Filipino nurses faced discrimination in the U.S.?

• They were not fluent in English

• They lacked formal training

• Licensing requirements were added to limit their entry

• They demanded higher wages

Under Ferdinand Marcos, what strategy did the Philippine government use to address economic issues?

• Promoted labor export

• Increased domestic job creation

• Implemented strict immigration policies

• Nationalized healthcare

Which country has the largest number of foreign-born nurses from the Philippines?

• Saudi Arabia

• Australia

• United States

• United Kingdom

What was the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Filipino nurses?

• They received substantial pay increases

• They were less affected than other groups

• They faced significant risks on the front lines

• They were mostly working from home

What action did the Philippine government take during the COVID-19 pandemic regarding healthcare workers?

• Provided free healthcare

• Increased their salaries

• Banned them from leaving to work abroad

• Offered them citizenship in other countries

What is a long-standing phenomenon actively promoted by the Philippine government?

• Domestic job creation

• Overseas nurse migration

• Importing foreign nurses

• Reducing healthcare costs

What is a significant challenge faced by Filipino nurses in the U.S. healthcare system?

• Lack of job opportunities

• Language barriers

• Concentration in bedside and critical care roles

• Limited access to education