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Anxiety and the colposcopy experience

L S Nugent, K Tamlyn-Leaman, N Isa

    Clinical Nursing Research
    |August 1, 1993
    PubMed
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    Women undergoing colposcopy after an abnormal Papanicolaou (Pap) test experience significant anxiety. Younger women with fewer resources and more life stressors reported higher anxiety levels.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gynecologic Oncology
    • Patient Psychology

    Background:

    • Abnormal Papanicolaou (Pap) smear results often necessitate further investigation, including colposcopy.
    • The colposcopy procedure can be a source of significant patient anxiety.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the anxiety associated with abnormal Pap results.
    • To investigate the need for colposcopy and the patient experience during the examination.
    • To identify factors influencing anxiety in first-time colposcopy clients.

    Main Methods:

    • A study involving 149 women undergoing their first colposcopy.
    • Administration of Spielberger's State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI).
    • Utilized a Woman's Profile questionnaire to gather demographic and contextual information.

    Main Results:

    • The colposcopy experience confirms a significant level of evoked anxiety in patients.
    • Younger women, those with less knowledge, and individuals facing concurrent life stressors reported heightened anxiety.
    • Patient-reported factors influencing anxiety were identified.

    Conclusions:

    • Healthcare professionals can alleviate patient anxiety by providing more information.
    • Enhancing personal contact between healthcare providers and patients is crucial for anxiety reduction.
    • Addressing patient concerns and knowledge gaps can improve the colposcopy experience.

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