Journal article

Introduction of a novel, mobile, nurse-led prostate cancer education and testing service

Helen Crowe, Patricia Bugeja, Addie Wootten, Nicholas Howard, Declan Murphy, Ben Challacombe, Anthony Costello

AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING | AUSTRALIAN NURSING FEDERATION | Published : 2014

Abstract

Testing for prostate cancer (PCa) remains a controversial issue with conflicting professional recommendations resulting in wide variation in general practitioner's opinions, and advice to patients. As a result some men may not receive information about their risk of developing PCa, and are therefore unable to make a decision about undergoing testing. A nurse-led program was established for delivery of information about PCa, and providing convenient testing opportunities in the workplace. The program was evaluated and found to be an efficient and well-received model for delivery of this health related initiative. Objective The aim of this paper is to describe the development and evaluation of..

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