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Latino Adolescent Perspectives Toward Sexually Transmitted Infection Educational Programs
Young Me Lee1, Elizabeth Florez1, Karyn Holm2
1School of Nursing, DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois.
Purpose:
The study aims to identify knowledge about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among Latino adolescents, to explore programmatic components that are essential for an effective educational program, and to explore gender differences regarding STI knowledge and essential components.
Methods:
A naturalistic inquiry approach was used.
Findings:
Knowledge of specific STIs was minimal. Themes including humor, fear, empowered decision-making, peer educators, self-protection, knowledge and information on STIs, and consistency of the sexual health education were identified as essential components for STI educational programs.
Conclusion:
The findings of this study enhance the understanding of STIs, sexual behaviors, and essential components of an effective STI educational program as perceived by Latino adolescents.
Implications For Nursing Practice:
It is essential for nurses to provide accurate information about STIs and safe sex to help decrease the transmission of STIs.
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