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An innovative approach to the assessment of laypersons' knowledge of contraceptive methods, followed by an educational intervention.
Full Abstract
OBJECTIVES:
To assess the knowledge of laypersons about contraceptive methods and to pilot an educational strategy.
DESIGN:
Cross-sectional survey using an anonymous questionnaire followed by an educational intervention.
PARTICIPANTS:
A total of 167 respondents to 400 invitations.
METHOD:
A questionnaire with 10 questions about contraceptive methods was answered before a meeting between laypersons and health professionals. Small groups facilitated by a health professional discussed the answers. One representative from each group presented the conclusions. At the end of the discussion session, gynaecologists gave lectures about contraceptive methods.
RESULTS:
Of the 167 people who attended, only 65 (39%) individuals handed over their anonymous answers for analysis. Those who did knew about the existence of contraceptive methods, but most of them showed incorrect or little knowledge about mechanism of action or risks.
CONCLUSION:
Embarrassment led many participants not to hand in their questionnaires but the results were evidence of the need for educational interventions. Lessons learnt from this experience are discussed.
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Author information
Author/s: Yazlle, Marta Edna H D (ME); Mendes, Maria Célia (MC); Patta, Maristela C (MC); Berezowski, Aderson T (AT); Azevedo, George D (GD); Marcolin, Alessandra C (AC);
Affiliation: Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Falculty of Medicine of Ribeirão, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil.
Journal and publication information
Publication Type: Journal Article
Journal: The journal of family planning and reproductive health care / Faculty of Family Planning & Reproductive Health Care, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (J Fam Plann Reprod Health Care), published in England. (Language: eng)
Reference: 2003-Jan; vol 29 (issue 1) : pp 37-8
Dates: Created 2003/03/10; Completed 2003/03/27; Revised 2004/11/17;
PMID: 12626182, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 11/6/2008)
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