AWARENESS AND ATTITUDE OF ADOLESCENT GIRLS ABOUT SELF-EXAMINATION OF THE BREAST

Y TAHIRA; K NAZAR; T PARVEEN

doi:10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.351

Authors

Y TAHIRA College of Nursing, Nishter Medical University, and Hospital (NMU & H) Multan, Pakistan
K NAZAR College of Nursing, Nishter Medical University, and Hospital (NMU & H) Multan, Pakistan
T PARVEEN College of Nursing, Nishter Medical University, and Hospital (NMU & H) Multan, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54112/bcsrj.v2023i1.351

Keywords:

Breast cancer, breast self-examination, women, awareness.

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the attitudes and knowledge of BSN nurses regarding breast self-examination. A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Nursing Department of Nishtar Medical Hospital, Multan, from March 2018 to May 2018. A total of 100 BSN nursing students were included in the study. The participants were asked to fill out a questionnaire consisting of 40 questions about demographic information, knowledge about breast self-exam, their attitude regarding such practices, and practice of self-exam, which could be answered by selecting yes or no. The average mean score of knowledge regarding the BSE among the BScN students was 60.12±18.3. 40% were correct about the steps of BSE, and 60% were unclear. Only 20 participants reported that they practiced a self-exam, while 80 respondents did not perform it. A positive attitude towards self-exam was seen as all the participants agreed that all women should perform the exam. Women have poor knowledge and practice about breast self-exam; however, awareness through digital media can improve and promote this practice.

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