scholarly journals KNOWLEDGE REGARDINGBREAST CANCER AND BREAST SELF EXAMINATION AMONG FEMALES

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ms. Leena Mathew Ms. Leena Mathew ◽  
Dr. Bimla Rani rani
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Medical Facilities ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Knowledge ◽  
The One ◽  
Self Examination

Background: Breast cancer is one of the most frequent cancers among the women. It can be detected earlier and survival rate can be improved by screening every year. Breast Self-Examination (BSE) is the one of the best method s for identifying breast cancer. Rural population has less access to medical facilities and their knowledge is low. Therefore, it is essential to educate them about breast cancer, its prevention and early detection. This study was aimed to assess the knowledge level of females regarding breast cancer and breast self-examination. Materials & Methods: Non experimental descriptive design was adopted for this study. 80 samples were selected through non probability sampling technique and the setting of the study was a rural community of Idukki district, Kerala. A structured knowledge questionnaire was used for data collection. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyse the data. Results: Majority, 57.5% of samples were having an average level of knowledge, 27.5% of samples had good level of knowledge and 8.7% of samples had poor knowledge and 7.5% was found havingexcellent level of knowledge. A significant association was observed between the knowledge and education (X2=14.061, P 0.05=12.54), knowledge and income (X2 =14.42, P 0.05=12.59) of women. But there was no association found between knowledge and other demographic variables.

scholarly journals Assess the Knowledge Regarding Effect and Pilot Indication of Depression among Rural Women at Selected Village, Tamil Nadu

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 142-148
Author(s):  
Kumudhavlli D ◽  
Karthi R ◽  
M Porselvi
Keyword(s):  
Rural Women ◽  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Adequate Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Inadequate Knowledge ◽  
Questionnaire Result ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Knowledge

Aim: To assess the level of knowledge regarding pilot indication and effects of depression among rural women at selected village,”. Objectives: (i) To assess the existing level of knowledge regarding effect and pilot indication of depression among rural women. (ii) To find out the association between the level of knowledge regarding effect and pilot indication of depression among rural women with their selected demographic variables. Methodology: Under the non experimental descriptive design will be adopted for this study. 50 samples were selected by using purposive sampling technique. The effectiveness of knowledge was assessed by the structured knowledge questionnaire. Result: mean is 10.48 with standard deviation of 3.765 among the 50 samples represent that 6(12%) of women have adequate knowledge, 20(40%) were moderate and 24(48%) belongs to inadequate knowledge. Conclusion: The study conclude that most of women having inadequate knowledge regarding pilot indication and effects of depression. Keywords: Pilot indication, Depression, Rural Women.

scholarly journals Knowledge about Breast Cancer and Breast Self Examination Practices among Medical, Dental and B.Sc Nursing Students of BPKIHS

1970 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 166-168
Author(s):  
Puspa Parajuli ◽  
GN Mandal
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
Cancer Breast ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
Self Examination

The aim of this descriptive cross sectional study was to assess knowledge about breast cancer and breast self examination practices among medical, dental and B.Sc nursing students and to identify the associated factors which influence towards the breast self examination (BSE). The survey was conducted among 220 graduate levels female students by using non probability convenience sampling technique. Mean knowledge about the breast cancer, as indicated by the results were 63.67±16.22, 71 ±18.16 and 76 07 ±18.60 among BDS, B.SC nursing and MBBS students respectively. Similarly mean practices regarding BSE were found to be 34.67 ± 15. 41, 47.85 ±14.08 and 46.76 ±14.77 among BDS, B.Sc nursing and MBBS respectively. Knowledge was less among BDS students whereas, it was found quite higher in MBBS and B.Sc nursing students. Similarly, mean practice in relation to BSE was found to be low in BDS, high in B.Sc nursing, and higher in MBBS students. Overall level of knowledge was found to be mordantly adequate among all disciplines, however practices among them were found to be inadequate. Keywords: knowledge; practices; breast cancer; breast self examination; medical; dental and B.Sc Nursing students. DOI: 10.3126/hren.v8i3.4209Health Renaissance, September-December 2010; Vol 8 (No.3);166-168

scholarly journals A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE REGARDING ILL EFFECTS OF CARBONATED DRINKS AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN A SELECTED SCHOOL OF, ALAPPPUZHA DISTRICT.

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-2
Author(s):  
Josini. T. Chacko
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Educational Status ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Knowledge ◽  
Carbonated Drinks ◽  
Quota Sampling ◽  
Carbonated Drink

A non experimental descriptive study was conducted to assess the knowledge regarding ill effects of carbonated drinks among adolescents. The study was conducted in Govt. High school, Nooranadu in Alappuzha district. The objectives of the study were to assess the level of knowledge regarding ill effects of carbonated drinks among adolescents and to find out the association between the levels of knowledge regarding ill effects of carbonated drinks among adolescents with selected socio-demographic variables. Quota sampling technique was adopted to select desired samples. The samples obtained were 60 adolescents in between the age group of 13-18 yrs studying in 8th 9th and 10 standards. The data were collected by means of structured knowledge questionnaire. The result showed that out of 60 samples majority (85%) of them having average knowledge ,minor proportion (10%)of them having good knowledge and tiny proportion (5%) of them having poor knowledge regarding ill effects of carbonated drink. The association between level of knowledge and selected demographic variables showed that only educational status of father had association with level of knowledge( p <0.05)

scholarly journals PENGARUH PENDIDIKAN KESEHATAN “SADARI” TERHADAP PENGETAHUANDETEKSI DINI KANKER PAYUDARA PADA REMAJA PUTRI DI SMK KESEHATAN IMELDA MEDAN

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-12
Author(s):  
Griselli Saragih
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Self Examination

ABSTRAK Kanker  payudara merupakan salah satu jenis kanker yang umum pada wanita. Kanker payudara merupakan tumor ganas yang tumbuh  didalam  jaringan payudara.Setiap tahun lebih dari 185.000 wanita di diagnosa menderita kanker payudara. Insiden penyakit ini semakin meningkat di negara-negara maju. Sekitar 43.500 kematian akibat kanker payudara setiap tahunnya yang menjadikan penyakit ini sebagai penyebab kematian terbesar kedua setelah kanker paru pada wanita. Diketahuinya pengaruh pelaksanaan pemeriksaan payudara sendiri (SADARI) terhadap pengetahuan siswi dalam upaya deteksi dini kanker payudara. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kuantitatif dengan desain penelitian menggunakan Quasi- Experimental. Instrument yang digunakan untuk pengetahuan adalah kuesioner sedangkan untuk kemampuan menggunakan lembar observasi. Teknik pengambilan sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan Porposive Sampling dengan jumlah sampel 68 orang. Pengolahan data menggunakan uji statistik Wilcoxon. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar responden setelah di beri penkes memiliki tingkat pengetahuan tentang SADARI yang baik yaitu 62 orang (91,2%). Sedangkan tingkat pengetahuan tentang SADARI yang cukup yaitu 6 orang (8,8%). Dari hasil uji statistik pengetahuan dan kemampuan sebelum dan setelah pendidikan kesehatan diperoleh nilai p= 0.000 (p <0.05).Dapat disimpulkan bahwa ada pengaruh pendidikan kesehatan tentang pemeriksaan payudara sendiri (SADARI) terhadap pengetahuan siswi dalam upaya deteksi dini kanker payudara di SMK Kesehatan Imelda Medan. Diharapkan agar pihak sekolah selalu melakukan sosialisasi tentang kesehatan pada wanita dan bekerjasama dengan petugas kesehatan terutama tentang pemeriksaan SADARI.     ABSTRACT Breast cancer is a type of cancer that is common in women. Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that grows in the breast tissue. Every year more than 185,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. The incidence of this disease is increasing in developed countries. Around 43,500 deaths from breast cancer each year make this disease the second largest cause of death after lung cancer in women. Knowing the effect of the implementation of breast self-examination (BSE) on the knowledge of students in the early detection of breast cancer. This type of research is quantitative research with a research design using Quasi-Experimental. The instrument used for knowledge was a questionnaire while for the ability to use observation sheets. The sampling technique in this study used Porposive Sampling with a total sample of 68 people. Data processing using Wilcoxon statistical tests. The results of this study indicate that the majority of respondents after being given a penkes have a good level of knowledge about BSE that is 62 people (91.2%). While the sufficient level of knowledge about BSE is 6 people (8.8%). From the results of statistical tests of knowledge and ability before and after health education, the value of p = 0,000 (p <0.05) can be concluded that there is an effect of health education about breast self-examination (BSE) on students' knowledge in efforts to detect breast cancer at the Imelda Health Vocational School Field. It is hoped that schools will always disseminate information about health to women and work closely with health workers, especially about BSE examination.    

scholarly journals KNOWLEDGE OF BREAST SELF-EXAMINATION AMONG WOMEN WITH TEENAGE DAUGHTERS

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dewi Andriani ◽  
Restuning Widiasih ◽  
Citra Windani Mambang S
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
Self Examination ◽  
Women's Knowledge ◽  
Women’S Knowledge

Background, the incidence of breast cancer in women increases every year worldwide including Indonesia. Breast Self-Examination (BSE) is an early detection method for detecting breast cancer that can be done by all women. However, research in Indonesia that examines women's knowledge about BSE, especially in women who have teenage daughters is limited. The purpose of this study was to identify women's knowledge about BSE, especially women with teenage daughters. Method, This study was quantitative descriptive research. The samples were selected using the total sampling technique. The number of samples was 138 women who have teenage daughters. This study was conducted in Sarijadi Village, Bandung. The research instrument was a knowledge questionnaire about BSE. Data were analyzed using frequency distribution. The results of the study, women had a moderate level of knowledge about BSE (51.4%) Women's knowledge was good in the component of purposes and benefits of the BSE (79.7%), and they had poor understanding related to identifying sources to conduct BSE to their daughters (73.2%), Conclusions and recommendation, women have good knowledge about the purposes and benefits of BSE, however they had lack of knowledge about the role of women in supporting girls to conduct BSE.  Women need information from health workers relates to their roles in conducting BSE to their daughters. Further research is needed to examine the knowledge and role of fathers in women’s health especially daughters including early detection of cancer as supporting and maintaining daughters' health in the family are parents’ responsibilities including father.  Keywords: BSE, breast cancer, health knowledge, mothers, teenage women.

scholarly journals Knowledge and Awareness of Breast Self-Examination among Secondary School Girls in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 39-43
Author(s):  
Nur Anis Izzati Che Mut ◽  
Noor Hidayah Abu Bakar ◽  
Izdihar Kamal ◽  
Siti Aisyah Abdullah Suhaimi ◽  
Nurul Mawaddah Mohammad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
School Girls ◽  
Self Examination

Objective: Breast Self-Examination (BSE) is an early detection method of breast cancer. It is able to develop responsibility for breast health among women to always aware of any changes in the breast. Thus, secondary school girls age is the perfect age to start practice the BSE. The purpose of this study is to determine the level of knowledge and awareness on BSE among secondary school girls in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 502 secondary school girls using self-administered questionnaire covering socio-demographic data, knowledge and awareness of breast cancer and knowledge and awareness of BSE. Results: The mean age of the participants is 14.9 ± 0.06 years. The majority of the participants were Malays (86.5%). A total of 6.1% of the participants had a family history of breast cancer. Nine percent of participants had a good knowledge and 91.0% had poor knowledge regarding BSE. There is a significant difference between the age of participants with the level of knowledge and awareness (p = 0.014). Conclusion: The knowledge and awareness of BSE were poor among secondary school girls in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan.

scholarly journals Breast Self-Examination Practice Among Female Secondary School Students In Osogbo, Western Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
I. N. Usman ◽  
S. O. Olanrewaju ◽  
Saheed Opeyemi Usman
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Secondary School Students ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
Breast Cancer Death ◽  
Self Examination

Background: Breast cancer is the most common invasive cancer affecting women worldwide. It comprises 22.9% of invasive cancers in women and 16% of all female cancers.   It affects about 12% of the women population worldwide. In Nigeria, about one breast cancer death is reported in every 25 cases identified and the practice of breast self-examination has been reported to range from 19% to 43.2%. This cross sectional study assessed the knowledge, attitude and practice of breast self-examination (BSE) among female secondary school students in Osogbo Metropolis. Methods: A total of 400 respondents were selected using multistage sampling technique. Data were collected using pre-tested self-administered semi structured questionnaire, analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences and presented using appropriate tables and charts. Level of significance set at < 0.05. Results: The mean age ± SD is 14.77 ± 1.46 years.  390 (97.5%) respondents reported that they have heard of breast cancer while 235 (58.8%) respondents stated that they have heard of breast self-examination (BSE). 15 (3.8%) respondents said the procedures is time wasting while 82 (20.5%) respondents said the procedures were strenuous. 199 (49.8%)  strongly disagree that performing breast self-examination may expose them to breast cancer. Individuals with poor knowledge are one time less likely to do breast self-examination (OR = 1.245, CI = 0.647 - 2.394) while in terms of attitude, those with unfavorable attitude are one time less likely to do breast self-examination (OR = 1.025 CI = 0.949 -1.107). Conclusion: This study revealed a larger proportion of respondents have heard about breast cancer and breast self-examination but with inadequate knowledge of the correct procedures of breast self-examination (BSE) thereby resulting into poor attitude & practice of breast self-examination (BSE). This challenge therefore indicates an urgent need for continuous awareness and sensitization programs in the communities.

scholarly journals Hubungan antara Pengetahuan dan Dukungan Tenaga Kesehatan dengan Perilaku Pemeriksaan Payudara Sendiri (SADARI) pada Wanita Pasangan Usia Subur (PUS)

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Puspita Sari ◽  
Solihin Sayuti ◽  
M. Ridwan ◽  
La Ode Rekiaddin ◽  
Anisa Anisa
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Stratified Random Sampling ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Self Examination

ABSTRAKLatar Belakang. Data WHO tahun 2018 menunjukkan kasus kanker yang paling banyak terjadi di Indonesia adalah kasus kanker payudara, yakni 58.256 kasus dari total 348.809 kasus kanker. Kanker payudara sebagai penyakit yang berisiko diderita perempuan. Perlu dilakukan upaya deteksi dini dengan SADARI.Tujuan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan pengetahuan dan dukungan tenaga kesehatan dengan perilaku pemeriksaan payudara sendiri (SADARI) pada wanita PUS di Kelurahan Bram Itam Kiri Kecamatan Bram Itam Kabupaten Tanjung Jabung Barat.Metode.Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan desain cross-sectional. Penelitian ini melibatkan 93 responden yang dipilih dengan teknik Proporsionate Stratified Random Sampling untuk diwawancarai. Analisis data menggunakan chi-square.Hasil. Sebanyak 34,4% responden memiliki perilaku SADARI tidak baik. Ada hubungan bermakna antara pengetahuan dengan perilaku SADARI. Dukungan petugas kesehatan tidak memiliki hubungan yang bermakna dengan perilaku SADARI.Kesimpulan. Pemahaman responden tentang SADARI masih rendah dan  ada hubungan pengetahuan dengan perilaku pemeriksan payudara sendiri (SADARI). ABSTRACTBackground. According to WHO in 2018, most cancer cases in Indonesia are breast cancer cases, with 58,256 cases out of a total of 348,809 cancer cases. Breast cancer is a disease that is at risk for women. Early detection efforts with BSE should be initiated.Objective. This study aims to determine the relationship between knowledge and support of health workers with breast self-examination behavior (BSE) on women with PUS in Bram Itam Kiri Village, Bram Itam District, Tanjung Jabung Barat Regency.Method. This research was a quantitative study with a cross-sectional design. This study involved 93 respondents who were selected using a proportional stratified random sampling technique to be interviewed. Data analysis using chi-square.Results. As many as 34.4% of respondents had bad BSE behavior. There is a significant relationship between knowledge and BSE behavior. Support from health workers did not have a significant relationship with BSE behavior.Conclusion. Respondents' understanding of BSE is still low and there is a relationship between knowledge and breast self-examination behavior (BSE).

scholarly journals A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE REGARDING MENSTRUAL BLOOD BANKING AMONG NURSING STUDENTS AT JODHPUR

2021 ◽  
pp. 328-332
Author(s):  
Geeta Dhaka
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Healthy Woman ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Menstrual Blood ◽  
Blood Banking ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Knowledge ◽  
Nursing College

Introduction: Menstruation is a periodic cycle which occurs after every 28-30 days in every healthy woman after menarche till menopause. In recent years, this blood is considered as best out of waste as pluripotent stem cells can be collected from it. In addition to this, it could be saved for future benefits. In this study, an attempt has been made to rule out nursing student’s cognizance regarding menstrual blood banking. Aim of the study: To assess the knowledge regarding menstrual blood banking among nursing students at Jodhpur. Material and Method: A descriptive study was carried out on 180 nursing students of Government Nursing College, Jodhpur. Non-probability purposive sampling method was used to select samples. Study was conducted from 17th September to 17th October’2020 using structured knowledge questionnaire. Moreover, study was analysed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Result: The findings of the study reveals that majority (58.03%) of the nursing students had moderate knowledge regarding menstrual blood banking. Furthermore, the study illustrated a significant association between level of knowledge and selected socio- demographic variables. Conclusion: It can be reiterated that nursing students have an average knowledge regarding menstrual blood banking. KEY WORDS: Knowledge, menstrual blood banking, menstruation.

GAMBARAN PENGETAHUAN TENTANG SADARI PADA SISWI SMA DI KABUPATEN MUSI BANYUASIN TAHUN 2016

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Chica Kusmawati Chica Kusmawati
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Death Rate ◽  
Univariate Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
Early Stages ◽  
Self Examination ◽  
Girl Students

ABSTRAC BSE is Breast Self-Examination conducted as early detection breast cancer its very easy to do every woman to seek lumps suspected or other abnormality, conducted in woman 7-10 day after menstruation. Early detection can press death rate as big as 25-30%. Proven 95% woman undiagnosed in the early stages breast cancer can survive life more than 5 year after undiagnosed. The purpose this research is to knowing description knowledge about BSE girl students of SMA in regency Musi Banyuasin on 2016. Several factors that influence BSE are knowledge, education, attitude, advice from healt workers, the median, peers and approach. This research used andescriptive survey. The population of this research was all the grade XII in 8 SMA regency Musi Banyuasin on 2016 with 613 respondents. This research was conducted on March 2016. The sample of this research was girl students the grade XII in 8 SMA regency Musi Banyuasin on 2016 with 185 respondents. The sample of this research was taken by using non random with Accidental Sampling technique. The results of this univariate analysis research showed respondents its good knowledge as much as 45 respondents (24,3%) and respondents its not good knowledge as much as 140 respondents (75,7%). The suggestions for 8 SMA in regency Musi Banyuasin expected results of this research can be used as information and inspiration in promote the development of Breast Self-Examination (BSE).     ABSTRAK SADARI adalah pemeriksaan yang dilakukan sebagai deteksi dini kanker payudara yang sangat mudah dilakukan oleh setiap wanita untuk mencari benjolan yang dicurigai atau kelainan lainnya, dilakukan pada wanita 7-10 hari sesudah menstruasi. Deteksi dini dapat menekan angka kematian sebesar 25-30%. Terbukti 95% wanita yang terdiagnosis pada tahap awal kanker payudara dapat bertahan hidup lebih dari 5 tahun setelah terdiagnosis. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui gambaran pengetahuan tentang SADARI pada siswi SMA di Kabupaten Musi Banyuasin tahun 2016. Beberapa faktor yang mempengaruhi SADARI yaitu pengetahuan, pendidikan, sikap, saran dari petugas kesehatan, media massa, teman sebaya dan lingkungan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survey deskriptif. Populasi pada penelitian ini adalah semua kelas XII di 8 SMA Kabupaten Musi Banyuasin tahun 2016 berjumlah 613 responden. Penelitian ini dilakukan di bulan Maret 2016. Sampel yang digunakan yaitu siswi kelas XII di 8 SMA Kabupaten Musi Banyuasin tahun 2016 yaitu 185 responden. Sampel penelitian diambil secara non random dengan teknik Accidental Sampling. Hasil penelitian analisis univariat ini menunjukkan responden yang pengetahuan baik sebanyak 45 responden (24,3%) dan responden yang pengetahuan kurang baik sebanyak 140 responden (75,7%). Saran bagi 8 SMA di Kabupaten Musi Banyuasin diharapkan hasil penelitian ini dapat dijadikan informasi dan dapat menjadi inspirasi dalam mengupayakan pengembangan tentang Pemeriksaan Payudara Sendiri (SADARI).  

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