Health beliefs regarding breast cancer and breast self-examination of rural North Carolina women

Author

Mary A. Blackwood

Date of Award

8-1987

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Nursing

Major Professor

Johnie N. Mozingo

Committee Members

Margaret Pierce, Dava H. Shoffner

Abstract

This descriptive study of 71 women was designed to assess their knowledge and beliefs about breast cancer and their practice of breast self-examination.

The study revealed many deficits in knowledge of breast cancer; however, the overall belief in the value of breast self-exam was very high. Approximately half of the 71 subjects who returned a questionnaire said they practiced breast self-examination, but of these, very few did so monthly and many stated they were not confident they were using the correct method. The study suggests a need for community educational programs on breast cancer and breast self-examination which are thorough and allow adequate time for women to practice under supervision.

Recommended Citation

Blackwood, Mary A., "Health beliefs regarding breast cancer and breast self-examination of rural North Carolina women. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1987.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/13413