Knowledge and Practices on Breast Self Examination of Ateneo De Davao University Employees

Abstract

This study is focused on the knowledge and practices on breast self examination of the employees of Ateneo de Davao University. It deals particularly with the Level of Knowledge and practices of the Employees on Breast Self Examination and their relationship.The researchers used a descriptive correlational method of research which is used to describe and correlate the area of interest. Using the Slovin's Formula, the researchers gathered the total number of employees of Ateneo de Davao University as our respondents. Finally, the researchers used the fishbowl method to identify the names of respondents per division.A self-administered questionnaire by Dolor Doshi with a 5-point Likert scale was used. The questionnaire was modified and validated by a physician, a midwife and a clinical instructor to ensure its reliability.However the study showed that there is no significant relationship between the level of knowledge when grouped according to age and civil status. This means that age and civil status is not barrier to their level of knowledge. The findings also revealed that there is a significant relationship between the knowledge and practices on BSE of the Employees of Ateneo de Davao University. This means that the respondents have knowledge about BSE nevertheless, they practice it poorly.The researchers recommend some concrete actions such as giving of pamphlets, showing proper BSE videos to promote further knowledge about the importance of practicing BSE in the community.