scholarly journals Knowledge and attitudes of nursing students concerning HPV vaccinationHemşirelik bölümü öğrencilerinin HPV aşısına yönelik bilgi ve tutumları

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Eda Cangöl ◽  
Seda Sögüt ◽  
Hatice Kahyaoğlu Süt ◽  
Burcu Küçükkaya
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Hpv Vaccination ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
English Summary ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes

 Aim: The present study aims to investigate the knowledge and attitudes of the nursing students concerning Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Method: This cross-sectional study was carried out over 810 undergraduate students studying in the departments of nursing at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University (n=404) and Trakya University (n=406) between November 2017 and March 2018.  The data were collected with an information form developed by the researchers based on the available literature. They were analyzed with descriptive statistics and Chi-square test by using SPSS 21.0, a statistical software program.Findings: The results concerning the knowledge of the nursing students on HPV vaccine showed that 65.8% heard of HPV vaccine, 51.6% had no prior knowledge on HPV vaccine, 93.7% wished to be informed about HPV vaccine, 40.4% thought that HPV vaccine should be administered to any person with an active sexual life, 68.6% and 73.1% thought that HPV vaccine was effective in the prevention of genital warts and cervical cancer, respectively. The results on the participants’ attitudes towards HPV vaccine revealed that 96.5% of the participants did not receive HPV vaccine while 60.1% wished to receive it.Conclusion: Most of the nursing students had no knowledge of HPV vaccine and very few received it. Extended English summary is in the end of Full Text PDF (TURKISH) file. ÖzetAmaç: Bu çalışmada, hemşirelik bölümü öğrencilerinin HPV aşısına yönelik bilgi ve tutumlarını incelemek amaçlanmıştır.Yöntem: Kesitsel tipteki bu çalışma, Kasım 2017-Mart 2018 tarihleri arasında Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart (n=404) ve Trakya (n=406) Üniversitesi hemşirelik bölümünde eğitim alan n=810 öğrenci ile yürütülmüştür. Araştırma verileri araştırmacılar tarafından literatür incelenerek hazırlanan bir bilgi formu ile toplanmıştır. Veriler tanımlayıcı istatistik ve Ki-kare testi yöntemleri ile SPSS 21.0 istatistiksel paket programı kullanılarak değerlendirilmiştir.Bulgular: Hemşirelik öğrencilerinin HPV aşısı ile ilgili bilgi durumlarına bakıldığında; %65.8’inin HPV aşısını duyduğu, %51.6’sının HPV aşısı hakkında daha önce bilgi almadığı, %93.7’sinin HPV aşısı hakkında bilgi almak istediği, %40.4’ü HPV aşısının cinsel aktif olan herkese yapılması gerektiğini düşündüğü, %68.6’sının HPV aşısının genital siğilleri ve %73.1’inin serviks kanserini önlemede etkili olduğunu düşündüğü belirlenmiştir. Öğrencilerin HPV aşısı ile ilgili tutumları incelendiğinde; %96.5’inin HPV aşısını yaptırmadığı, %60.1’inin HPV aşısı yaptırmak istediği saptanmıştır.Sonuç: Hemşirelik öğrencilerinin çoğunluğu HPV aşısı hakkında bilgi almamış olup çok az sayıda öğrenci HPV aşısını yaptırmıştır. 

scholarly journals Human Papillomavirus Infection and Vaccination: Knowledge and Attitudes among Nursing Students in Italy

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (10) ◽  
pp. 1770 ◽  
Author(s):  
Concetta Paola Pelullo ◽  
Maria Rosaria Esposito ◽  
Gabriella Di Giuseppe
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Human Papillomavirus ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Hpv Vaccination ◽  
Hpv Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Future Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes

This cross-sectional study assessed nursing students’ knowledge and attitudes about Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and vaccination in Italy. The survey was conducted among a sample of 556 nursing students. Almost all reported that they had heard about HPV infection, while only 36.5% knew the risk factors of HPV infection and that this could be prevented by the HPV vaccine. Those who had heard about HPV infection during their degree program were more likely to know risk factors of HPV infection and that this could be prevented by the HPV vaccine. The majority of students (65.3%) reported that they would be willing to receive the HPV vaccine. Moreover, 91.7% of participants reported that they were willing, as future health care operators, to recommend the HPV vaccine to others. Those who knew risk factors of HPV infection and that this could be prevented by the HPV vaccine, and those who knew that cervical cancer could be prevented by the HPV vaccine expressed this positive attitude about willingness to recommend the HPV vaccine. These results highlight the need to supplement nursing students’ specific education, to improve their knowledge and awareness of HPV vaccination.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding HPV and Vaccination Among Chinese Women Aged 20 to 35 Years in Fujian Province

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 107327481877535 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lihua Chen ◽  
Yiyi Song ◽  
Guanyu Ruan ◽  
Qiaoyu Zhang ◽  
Fen Lin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Women ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Chinese Women ◽  
Hpv Vaccination ◽  
Hpv Infection ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Detailed Knowledge ◽  
Fujian Province ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes

The use of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine was recently approved in Mainland China. This study determined the knowledge and attitudes of young women aged 20 to 35 years in Fujian Province, China, with regard to HPV and vaccination and explored the potential factors influencing their attitudes toward HPV vaccination. This was a cross-sectional study that collected data regarding the knowledge on and attitudes toward HPV and vaccination using questionnaires. Furthermore, the prevalence of HPV was determined from the sampled participants. A total of 1001 young women were included in the survey. This study demonstrated that the HPV prevalence rate was 15.7% (157/1001). Among all patients, 44.9% (n = 449) had heard of HPV; however, detailed knowledge about HPV was lacking. The majority (83.7%) expressed a willingness to be vaccinated. Specifically, knowledge of the dangers of HPV infection was significantly associated with the willingness to be vaccinated. In this study, women cited some concerns and expressed high expectations for the HPV vaccine, but the costs of vaccination reduced their willingness to be vaccinated. This study found that most patients did not have a detailed knowledge of HPV. Thus, there is a need for continued HPV promotion and education efforts, especially on the dangers of HPV infection, among young women aged 20 to 35 years in Fujian Province, China. Furthermore, it is important to subsidize the costs of vaccination for promoting vaccination campaigns in China.

scholarly journals Awareness, knowledge and attitudes of Guyanese undergraduate students towards the human papillomavirus (HPV) and its vaccine

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 115-124\5
Author(s):  
Audrey Thomas ◽  
Phillip N.B. Da Silva ◽  
Dharamdeo Singh
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Preliminary Investigation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sampling Procedure ◽  
Tertiary Institution ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Research Instrument ◽  
Knowledge And Attitudes ◽  
Significant Difference

Although cervical cancer is a leading cause of death among Guyanese women, there still appears to be a low uptake rate for the HPV vaccine. The objective of this study was to conduct a preliminary investigation of the knowledge, awareness and attitudes of undergraduate students towards HPV and the HPV vaccine. A cross sectional study was conducted, using a stratified random sampling procedure with a 25% (164 respondents) sample at a tertiary institution in Guyana. A 40-item questionnaire was used in this study. Cronbach’s alpha for reliability of the research instrument was 0.81. The research instrument addressed questions on demographic characteristics of respondents, awareness, knowledge and attitudes and source of information about HPV and the HPV vaccine. The majority of respondents were females. Although 83.5% of respondents had a prior awareness of either HPV or the HPV vaccine, none of the respondents had ever received the HPV vaccine. Respondents had a somewhat fair level of knowledge about HPV and the HPV vaccine. There was a statistically significant difference between male and female students in the mean HPV knowledge, attitudes and willingness to accept the HPV vaccine. Only 40.9% of respondents were willing to take the HPV vaccine. The decision to not want to take the HPV vaccine was influenced by several factors. The observed differences and gender influences can have implications for local HPV education and awareness programmes and strategies.

AWARENESS AND ATTITUDE TOWARDS HPV VACCINATION AMONG MEDICAL AND NURSING STUDENTS IN A TERTIARY CARE TEACHING HOSPITAL IN INDIA

2021 ◽  
pp. 44-46
Author(s):  
Nemani Srividya ◽  
P. Ramkumar ◽  
Yandra Ganga Sree Harika
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Hpv Vaccine ◽  
Hpv Vaccination ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Future Health ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background: The objective of the study was to determine the awareness and attitude towards HPV vaccination among medical and nursing students. Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study was done among nal MBBS part 2 and nal year BSC nursing students with a pretested questionnaire about HPV vaccine. Results: About 79.3% students were aware of the availability of HPV vaccine.69.8% knew the correct age of vaccination.25.8% of the students have been vaccinated with HPV vaccine. About 72.4% students were willing to advice or receive vaccine which was more among medical students compared to nursing students(p value<0.05). High cost and inadequate information were stated as the main obstacle preventing vaccination. Conclusion: Lack of awareness among medical and paramedical students can be detrimental to the health of society. So, there is need to increase awareness and improve vaccination status among future health care providers against Human papilloma virus

scholarly journals Oral Hygiene Practice And Perceived Oral Malodour Among Dental And Medical Undergraduate Students Of Bahria University Medical And Dental College

2018 ◽  
Vol 08 (04) ◽  
pp. 221-225
Author(s):  
Beenish Fatima Alam ◽  
Hira Raza ◽  
Shizma junejo ◽  
Marium Azfar ◽  
Tuba Saleem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical Undergraduate ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Medical Undergraduate Students

Objective: To determine the differences of self-perception of halitosis and oral hygiene practices among the medical and dental undergraduate students. Methodology: A cross-sectional study conducted over duration of 9 months amongst the medical and dental undergraduate students of Bahria University Medical and Dental College. The questionnaires were distributed to 298 students. Questionnaire employed for this study was adopted and modified from the study conducted by Khalid Almas et al. Descriptive statistics were checked by means of percentages and frequency for all variables. Chi-square test was applied to check significant difference among the responses given by the medical and dental undergraduate students. Results: The response rate for the survey was about 85%. 55% of dental and 17 % of medical students were able to smell their breath. About having examination by dentist about 73% of medical students agreed as compared to 53% of dental students. Both medical and dental students preferred having examination done by the dentist. For management of halitosis, dentist was preferred by 62% of the dental students, while 97% of the medical students did not agree. 62% of the dental students preferred using traditional medications, while 82% of the medical students preferred using self-medications for treatment. Conclusion: The results suggest that there is not a high level of agreement among dental and medical students concerning the detection and management of halitosis. Although large percent of the respondents claimed to be aware of dentistry, our findings revealed low level of knowledge and attitude to Dentistry by the medical undergraduate students. Efforts should be made towards closing this knowledge gap to attain effective oral health.

scholarly journals Salud sexual reproductiva en estudiantes universitarios: conocimientos y prácticas

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 58
Author(s):  
Ivett Adriana Herrera-Zuleta ◽  
Jonathan Fernando Reyes-Salazar ◽  
Katherine Patricia Rojas-Velasco ◽  
Magda Lizeth Tipán ◽  
Carlos Andrés Torres-López ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Unknown Variance ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Para Determinar ◽  
Quantitative Descriptive

Objetivo: Describir el conocimiento y las prácticas relacionadas con la Salud Sexual y Reproductiva en los estudiantes de una Universidad del Suroccidente Colombiano. Materiales y métodos: Investigación cuantitativa, descriptiva, prospectiva de corte transversal; se realizó con estudiantes matriculados en I y II semestre en el primer periodo académico 2016; el cálculo de la muestra se obtuvo utilizando la fórmula de varianza desconocida y población total conocida (3.489), obteniendo un tamaño de muestra de 415 estudiantes. Se utilizó un instrumento tipo encuesta estructurada elaborada a partir del formato de consejería del programa de salud sexual y reproductiva universitario.  Los datos se procesaron a través de Excel y el   paquete estadístico SPSS versión 22, para determinar la significación de la asociación se utilizó la prueba Chi cuadrado con una confiabilidad de 95%. Resultados: En la población estudiada se encontró un predominio masculino del 50,7%, la edad promedio fue de 19 años, encontrando que el 81% están en una etapa de adolescencia tardía, el 62% tiene un nivel de conocimientos deficientes sobre salud sexual y reproductiva, el 78% inicio vida sexual con edad promedio de 16 años, un gran porcentaje de estos estudiantes tienen entre 1 y 3 compañeros(as) sexuales al año. El 70% utilizó condón en su primera relación sexual y el 12,3% de la población utilizó la píldora de emergencia. Conclusiones: El nivel de conocimiento acerca de salud sexual y reproductiva es deficiente. La mayoría de los estudiantes encuestados utilizan al menos un método de planificación familiar en sus relaciones sexuales.Palabras clave: Sexualidad, Salud reproductiva, estudiantes, conocimientos y prácticas en salud.Sexual and reproductive health in university students: beyond knowledge andpractices AbstractObjective: To describe the knowledge and practices related to Sexual and Reproductive Health in the students of a University of the Suroccidente Colombiano. Materials and methods: Quantitative descriptive prospective cross-sectional study; was carried out in students enrolled in I and II semester in the first academic period 2016; the calculation of the sample was obtained using the formula of unknown variance and known total population (3,489), obtaining a sample size of 415 students. A structured survey-type instrument was developed based on the counseling format of the university's sexual and reproductive health program. Data were processed through Excel and the SPSS version 22 statistical package, to determine the significance of the association was used Chi square test with a reliability of 95%. Results: A male prevalence of 50.7% was found in the study population, the mean age was 19 years, and 81% were in the late teens, 62% had a poor level of knowledge about sexual health and reproductive, 78% start sexual life with average age of 16 years, a large percentage of these students have between 1 and 3 sexual partners a year. Seventy percent used a condom at their first sexual intercourse and 12.3% of the population used the emergency pill. Conclusions: The level of knowledge about sexual and reproductive health is deficient. Most students surveyed use at least one method of family planning in their sexual relationships.Saúde sexual reprodutiva em estudantes universitários: conhecimentos e práticasSumario Objetivos: Descrever os conhecimentos e práticas relacionados com a saúde sexual e reprodutiva em estudantes de uma Universidado sudoeste Colombiano. Materiais e Métodos: A pesquisa quantitativa transversal descritiva prospectiva; foi realizado em estudantes matriculados em I e II, semestre 2016; cálculo da amostra foi obtida utilizando a fórmula de variância desconhecida e a população total conhecido (3489), obtendo-se um tamanho de amostra de 415 estudantes. Foi utilizado um tipo de instrumento de pesquisa estruturada. Os dados foram processados pelo pacote estatístico Excel versão 2010 e SPSS versão 22, para determinar o significado do teste foram utilizados do qui-quadrado de associação com uma confiabilidade de 95%. Resultados: Na população estudada predominância do sexo masculino de 50,7%, a idade média dos alunos era de 19 anos, descobrindo que 81% estão em uma fase de adolescência tardia, 62% têm um nível de conhecimentos regulares saúde sexual e reprodutiva, 78% inicio vida sexual com uma idade média de 16 anos, uma grande porcentagem desses estudantes estão entre 1 e 3 parceiro (s) ano sexual. 70% usam preservativo em sua primeira relação sexual e 12,3% da população usava a pílula de emergência. Conclusões: O nível de conhecimento sobre a saúde sexual e reprodutiva é regular. A maioria dos estudantes pesquisados usar pelo menos um método de planejamento familiar em suas relações sexuais.Palavras-chave: Gestão de terapia de medicação, diagnóstico, enfermeiros, pediatria

scholarly journals Tuberculosis: knowledge among nursing undergraduate students

2019 ◽  
Vol 72 (5) ◽  
pp. 1279-1287
Author(s):  
Cleina de Fátima Carvalho ◽  
Maria Amélia Zanon Ponce ◽  
Reinaldo Antonio da Silva-Sobrinho ◽  
Roberto Della Rosa Mendez ◽  
Mariana Alvina dos Santos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Undergraduate Nursing ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Teaching Learning

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the knowledge about tuberculosis among nursing undergraduate students of a Federal Higher Education Institution. Method: Descriptive cross-sectional study, with quantitative approach. Data were collected through a questionnaire based on the WHO’s guide to developing evaluation instruments on knowledge, attitudes and practices related to TB. Students were classified as “with knowledge” and “with little knowledge” based on the mean percentage of correct responses to the variables analyzed. Descriptive statistics techniques were used. Results: 60 nursing students were interviewed. “with little knowledge” was observed among students who were studying at the university for less time and who had no previous contact with the subject, and “with knowledge” was observed among those whose knowledge about tuberculosis was acquired in the health services. Conclusion: Knowledge gaps among undergraduate nursing students were identified, suggesting the need to rethink teaching-learning strategies on the subject.

scholarly journals Assessment of the levels of caffeine consumption among Saudi Arabian university students

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 36-39
Author(s):  
Sami Abdulrahman Alhamidi ◽  
◽  
Seham Mansour Alyousef ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
University Students ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Saudi Arabian ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Caffeine Intake ◽  
Caffeine Consumption ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Undergraduate Nursing ◽  
Typical Day

This study aimed to assess the caffeine consumption of Saudi Arabian undergraduate students and to determine if the average amount consumed is within healthful parameters. Caffeine consumption in Saudi Arabia is a major cultural and social feature. Consumption of excessive amounts of caffeine can be deleterious to the health of university students. This is a cross-sectional study. A total of 145 male undergraduate nursing students were surveyed using the Caffeine Consumption Questionnaire to assess their caffeine intake on a typical day. Among this group, 34.5% of students exceeded the 400mg daily safe levels for caffeine consumption. The average consumption of the total group, those consuming below 400mg and those exceeding 400mg were 325.1, 201.2, and 570.1 mg, respectively. Tea and coffee were the major contributors to total caffeine intake ranging from 0-8 (240ml) servings per day. Health promotion aimed at illuminating health risks of caffeine consumption exceeding safe limits may assist in modification of intake to more healthful levels.

Attitudes of Portuguese nursing undergraduate students toward suicidal behaviour

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-49
Author(s):  
Kelly Graziani Giacchero Vedana ◽  
José Carlos dos Santos ◽  
Ana Carolina Guidorizzi Zanetti ◽  
Adriana Inocenti Miasso ◽  
Carla Aparecida Arena Ventura ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Extracurricular Activities ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Suicidal Behaviour ◽  
Professional Competence ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Suicide Behaviour

Background/Aims The attitudes toward suicidal behaviour and related factors are still not understood and may influence the quality of assistance. The attitudes of nursing students regarding suicide and associated factors was investigated in this study. Methods A cross-sectional study was carried out with 351 nursing students in a Portuguese higher education institution. Data were collected in 2017–2018, using a self-administered sociodemographic questionnaire and the Suicide Behaviour Attitude Questionnaire. Statistical analyses included Mann–Whitney's U-test, Student's t-test and Spearman's correlation. Results The students had more educational exposure to suicide during the undergraduate course than in extracurricular activities or interpersonal contact. Students nearing the end of the course and older students had more positive attitudes and greater perception of their professional competence. Negative attitudes were associated with condemnatory attitudes and a lower self-perception of professional competence. Condemnatory attitudes were associated with participation in scientific events. Suicidal thoughts were associated with reading about suicide and not attending a class about this subject. Conclusions This study promotes knowledge that may support future investigations and interventions regarding provisional education and support to nursing students.

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