The human papilloma vaccine: A time for NP leadership. Issue 7 (July 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hardwicke, Robin L.; Benjamins, Laura J.; Grimes, Richard M.
• Is Part Of: Nurse practitioner. Volume 43:Issue 7(2018:Jul.)
• Publication Date: 2018-07
• Subjects: HPV -- human papilloma virus -- patient counseling -- vaccine; Nursing -- Periodicals; Nurse practitioners -- Periodicals; 610.73
• DOI: 10.1097/01.NPR.0000534943.29252.6f
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0361-1817

Abstract

Abstract : Abstract: The human papilloma virus (HPV) causes approximately 30, 700 annual cancer cases of the cervix, vulva, vagina, penis, oral cavity, and anus. Nurse practitioners can use their unique relationships with patients to advocate for the HPV vaccine. The purpose of this article is to update NPs on current knowledge regarding the HPV vaccine while providing appropriate information necessary for counseling patients and parents. Abstract : The human papilloma virus (HPV) causes approximately 30, 700 annual cancer cases of the cervix, vulva, vagina, penis, oral cavity, and anus. Nurse practitioners can use their unique relationships with patients to advocate for the HPV vaccine. The purpose of this article is to update NPs on current knowledge regarding the HPV vaccine while providing appropriate information necessary for counseling patients and parents.