Why the Pap Test? Awareness and Use of the Pap Test Among Women in the United States

Hawkins, Nikki A.; Cooper, Crystale Purvis; Saraiya, Mona; Gelb, Cynthia A.; Polonec, Lindsey

doi:10.1089/jwh.2011.2730

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“…The studies indicate that women have lack of knowledge regarding the scanning tests, the frequency of having tests and the purpose of having the tests (Abothchie ve Shokar, 2009;Al-Sairafi, 2009;Nakaluvu, 2009;Phongsavan et al, 2010;Chigbu ve Aniebue, 2011;Cooper et al, 2011;Hawkins et al, 2011;Mbamara et al, 2011;Minchev et al, 2011;Paolino et al, 2011). More than half of the women in our study think that they should take pap smear test only when they have gynecological disorders.…”

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confidence: 71%

“…scanning tests being unnecessary, women do not take the advantage of early diagnosis (Abothchie ve Shokar, 2009;Al Sairafi, 2009;Lockwood-Rayermann et al, 2009;Nakalevu, 2009;Şahin, 2009;Ali et al, 2010;Fallowfield et al, 2010;Gil et al, 2010;Jones et al, 2010;Phongsavan et al, 2010;Rama et al, 2010;Chigbu and Aniebue, 2011;Cooper et al, 2011;Hawkins et al, 2011;Kebede, 2011;Mbamara et al, 2011;Minchew, 2011;Paolino and Arossi, 2011;Trivers et al, 2011).…”

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confidence: 99%

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Determining the Knowledge of Women and Their Attitudes Regarding Gynecological Cancer Prevention

Bekar¹,

Güler²,

Evcılı³

et al. 2013

Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

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confidence: 71%

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confidence: 99%

Determining the Knowledge of Women and Their Attitudes Regarding Gynecological Cancer Prevention

Bekar¹,

Güler²,

Evcılı³

et al. 2013

Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

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“…It should be noted that only implementation of a long-term nationwide and population survey system of screening tests can decrease the incidence of cancer in women [21][22][23]. In many countries, as a result of a well-functioning screening programme, morbidity and mortality rates of women with cervical cancer have been radically reduced [2,9,10,16,[23][24][25]. However, in many countries where due to numerous obstacles and restrictions women rarely or never participate in prophylaxis, the factors mentioned above remain at a high level [1,7].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…It is important to conduct a sustained information campaign and various forms of health education [1,2,[7][8][9]26]. The aim of these actions is to increase the participation of women in prophylaxis and to prevent the morbidity and mortality caused by cervical cancer.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…To understand the behaviour of women and their lack of recommended attitudes in the scope of cervical cancer prevention is a valuable source of information which should be taken into consideration in making some revision to the programme in the future. It is believed that an important factor in increasing women's participation in prevention programmes can be achieved by improving their health awareness [7][8][9][10].…”

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Behaviour among women in the scope of cervical cancer prevention

Słopiecka¹

2013

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Introduction: Cytological examination is a simple and inexpensive method used in the prevention of cervical cancer. In Poland, too low proportions of women still have the test. Aim of the research: To analyse the attitudes towards cervical cancer prevention. Material and methods: Two hundred and ten hospitalized women were invited to take part in the investigation. The research used the diagnostic poll method, using the author's original questionnaire form. The research was carried out in four gynaecological wards. Results: Of the women who participated in the research, 16.2% by the time of diagnosis had never received a Pap test. In the analysed group, 88.2% of women were not referred to a specialist for a Pap test. Among all respondents, only 35.7% underwent cervix cytology regularly, i.e. once a year or once every 2 years. Conclusions:The effort made by the women towards the attitudes of cervical cancer prevention was insufficient; still too many women had not reported to the specialist for taking material from the cervix, or did not do so regularly. A significant relation in the behaviour of women was found depending on their level of education and place of residence. Greater activity of nurses, midwives and family physicians in stimulating Polish women to participate in prevention programmes for cervical cancer is advisable. To increase the health awareness of girls and women, it is important to include in the curriculum, especially in secondary schools, the issues of prevention of female reproductive system cancer.

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A Pap test does not screen for everything: Nurse practitioner knowledge of ovarian cancer

Loerzel

Hunt

Rash

2015

Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

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Purpose Nurse practitioners (NPs) are in a prime position to educate women about initial signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer (OC) and perform appropriate screening tests. However, little is known about NPs knowledge regarding OC. This article's purpose is to present the outcomes of a focused OC awareness program for NP students. Data sources NP students (N = 104) participated in this longitudinal one group pre–post study. Knowledge was calculated based on the number of correct answers for a total knowledge score and subscales related to OC incidence, risk, screening, symptoms, and treatment. An item related to the effectiveness of the Pap test to screen for OC was evaluated separately. Conclusion Knowledge deficits continue to exist related to OC, emphasizing the need for NPs to be aware of risk factors, symptoms, and early detection options for women with average risk. Many NP students erroneously believed a Pap test was an effective screening tool for OC. Implications for practice Many NPs are inadequately prepared to assess risk, detect early symptoms, and perform screening tests for OC. Continuing education and reinforcement about OC is essential if NPs are to provide appropriate education to clients and detect this deadly disease as early as possible.

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Why the Pap Test? Awareness and Use of the Pap Test Among Women in the United States

Cited by 32 publications

References 14 publications

Determining the Knowledge of Women and Their Attitudes Regarding Gynecological Cancer Prevention

Determining the Knowledge of Women and Their Attitudes Regarding Gynecological Cancer Prevention

Behaviour among women in the scope of cervical cancer prevention

A Pap test does not screen for everything: Nurse practitioner knowledge of ovarian cancer

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