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Kimberly McNally1, Amira Roess2, Ali Weinstein2
1George Mason University College of Health and Human Services, Fairfax, VA, USA.
School nurses play a key role in promoting human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination for cancer prevention. Understanding their experiences can help reduce vaccine disparities and improve HPV vaccine uptake.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Nursing Research
- Vaccinology
Background:
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination is crucial for cancer prevention, yet disparities in uptake exist.
- School nurses are vital in promoting HPV vaccination, but their experiences are not well understood.
- This study examines school nurses' knowledge, attitudes, experiences, and roles in HPV vaccine promotion within school settings.
Approach:
- A systematic literature search was performed to identify studies on school nurses and HPV vaccination.
- Thematic synthesis was employed, utilizing the socioecological model to analyze findings.
- The LEADS model was developed based on synthesized themes to inform practice.
Key Points:
- School nurses generally possess good knowledge and positive attitudes towards HPV vaccination.
- Challenges include complex workflow processes, competing demands, and communication barriers.
- Multilevel factors significantly influence school nurses' vaccine promotion practices.
Conclusions:
- Addressing identified challenges can optimize school nurses' role in HPV vaccine promotion.
- Supporting school nurses is essential for achieving the goal of eliminating cervical cancer.
- Understanding and improving the school nurse experience can help reduce HPV vaccine disparities.
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