Factors associated with the intention to recommend human papillomavirus vaccination among Korean school health teachers. Issue 4 (25th June 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Choi, Keum Bong; Mo, Hyun Suk; Kim, Jin Sun
• Is Part Of: Journal for specialists in pediatric nursing. Volume 18:Issue 4(2013)
• Page Start: 297
• Page End: 310
• Publication Date: 2013-06-25
• Subjects: Attitude -- HPV -- knowledge -- school health teacher -- vaccine; Pediatric nursing -- Periodicals; Evidence-based nursing -- Periodicals; Evidence-based pediatrics -- Periodicals; 618.9200231
• DOI: 10.1111/jspn.12041
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1539-0136

Abstract

Abstract: Purpose: The purposes were to examine Korean school health teachers' knowledge and attitudes toward human papillomavirus (HPV) and HPV vaccination, identify factors associated with their intention to recommend the HPV vaccine, and characterize school health teachers' communication with students or parents regarding the HPV vaccine. Design and Methods: The online survey involved 119 school health teachers in Korea. Results: Factors associated with an intention to recommend the HPV vaccine were perceived benefits, desiring more education regarding HPV and the HPV vaccine, and age of school health teachers. Practice Implications: Findings suggest a need for more education to promote a greater understanding of HPV and HPV vaccination among Korean school health teachers.