A Study To Assess Breast Cancer Awareness Among Young Nurses In Tertiary Care Hospitals Of Lahore

Abstract

Background: The inadequate awareness of breast cancer among nurses poses a significant challenge in healthcare settings, potentially compromising patient care and outcomes. Nursing education often focuses on a broad array of medical conditions, and breast cancer education may not always receive adequate emphasis. Objectives: The study aims to assess baseline knowledge, identify specific knowledge gaps, and implement evidence-based educational programs. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out with n=130 from young nurses of tertiary care hospitals. The questionnaire consisted of 31 items that defined 5 domains was used. Analysis was performed using SPSS version 25.0. Results: The contributors showed a largely adequate understanding of breast cancer. They were moderately educated about risk factors, signs and symptoms, and breast cancer examination. Conclusion: it was accomplished that the members had satisfactory information about breast cancer and there's no affiliation between the information of members and home whereas age and capability had critical affiliation with information of members almost breast cancer.

Keywords: Cancer, knowledge, Breast Cancer; Young nurses, Awareness of Breast Cancer.