Survivors from Cervical Cancer: Impact of an Educational Program on Self-Knowledge and Body-Image
Journal Title: Public Health Open Access - Year 2021, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Background: Body image relates to how one mentally perceives and subjectively experiences his or her body. Cervical cancer affects all aspects of a patient’s life, including body image. Aim: The current study is conducted to evaluate the impact of an educational program on self-knowledge and body-image among survivors from cervical cancer. Methods and Design: A quasi-experimental design. Setting: out-patient clinic in the oncology unit at Beni-Suef University Hospital. Subjects: A purposive sample of 70 women. Tools: Structured interviewing questionnaire sheet, a scoring system for women’s knowledge about cervical cancer, Body Image Scale, and supportive educational booklet. Results: The results of the study revealed improvements in women’s self-body-image and self-knowledge regarding cervical cancer post-program compared to pre-one. Conclusion: The teaching program was very effective in improving knowledge and body image for women with cervical cancer. Recommendations: Women’s counseling activities for women regarding cervical cancer need to be popularized and facilities and decision-making aids are made available to those who need them.
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Elzeblawy HH , Kamal H , Abd El-Salam S and Ali R
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