Document Type : Original Article
Authors
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Medical surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Helwan University, Egypt
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Medical Surgical Nursing , Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University, Egypt
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Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Suez-Canal University & New Mansoura University, Egypt
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College of Nursing, Nursing department, Riyadh Elm University
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Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Helwan University, Egypt
10.21608/ejnsr.2025.378289.1446
Abstract
Background: Prostate cancer (PC) remains the leading cause of cancer-related mortality among males
globally, necessitating accessible and comprehensive health education to improve diagnostic awareness, preventive
measures, and overall patient perception as health outcomes. Aim: To evaluate the effect of a prostatic cancer
educational program on patients' health outcomes. Method: A quasi-experimental design was employed, involving a
purposively selected one group of 60 patients, assigned through a simple random sampling technique. The study
employed three tools to collect data; Tools: I) Structured interview questionnaire, capturing demographic and clinical
profiles alongside Prostate Cancer Knowledge (PCK); Tool: II): Prostate Cancer Preventive Practices Questionnaire
(PCPPQ) – evaluating adherence to preventive strategies. Tool: III): Prostate Cancer Perception Questionnaire –
measuring attitudinal shifts and disease-related understanding. The study was conducted within the urology
departments of Suez Canal and Ain Shams University Hospitals, Egypt. Results: A statistically significant
improvement was observed in patients' knowledge base, adherence to preventive measures, and overall perception
regarding prostate cancer management among pre (8.83±2.58, 18.53±2.40, 24.68±4.55) immediately post
(19.20±2.16, 30.25±4.94, 37.38±4.58) and one month (14.06±2.15, 23.5±5.04, 32.64±3.08) following the educational
program implementation respectively. Conclusion: The integration of structured educational interventions presents a
transformative impact on the health outcomes of prostate cancer patients; with enhanced disease comprehension,
strengthened commitment to preventive practices, and improved perception of management strategies emphasize the
pivotal role of targeted health education. Recommendations: Development of accessible education frameworks
tailored to diverse patient populations is imperative to fostering long-term positive health outcomes.
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