Problem Statement
A study to assess the knowledge regarding cervical cancer and its prevention among
adolescent girls in selected school, Kharar, Mohali, Punjab.
Objectives
1. To assess the pretest level of knowledge regarding cervical cancer and its
prevention among adolescent girls.
2. To provide the information booklet regarding cervical cancer and its
preventive measures.
3. To find out significant association between pretest knowledge score with
selected demographic variables.
TOOLS FOR DATA COLLECTION
Tools for data collection are divided into 3 sections
o Section A contains demographic data
o Section B contains structured knowledge questionnaires
o Section C contains Checklist
SECTION A: DEMOGRAPHIC DATA
General instruction: - All the participants are requested to read the Questions thoroughly and tick
mark the appropriate option. Your identity will be kept confidential.
1. Age (In years): .
2. Educational qualification
a) Middle school
b) High school
c) Secondary school
4. Type of family
a) Nuclear
b) Joint
c) Extended
5. Average monthly income of family
a) < Rs 5000
b) Rs 5001- Rs10000
c) Rs 10001-Rs 15000
d) More than Rs 15001
6. Previous knowledge related to cervical cancer
a) Yes
b) No
If yes, then Source of information
a) Mass media
b) Peer group
c) Journals/ Magazine
d) Health care professional
SECTION B: STRUCTURED KNOWLEDGE QUESTIONAIRES
General instructions: All the participants are requested to read the Questions thoroughly and tick
mark the appropriate option. Your identity will be kept confidential
1. What is cervical cancer?
a) Cancer that starts in the lungs
b) Cancer that starts in the cervix (the lower part of the uterus)
c) Cancer of the ovaries
d) Cancer of the uterus
2. Who should be eligible for cervical cancer?
a) Male only
b) Female only
c) Both male and female
d) None of the above
3. Which virus is most commonly associated with cervical cancer?
a) Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)
b) Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
c) Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
d) Influenza Virus
4. How is Human Papilloma virus transmitted?
a) Sexual contact
b) Air borne
c) Water borne
d) Skin
5. At what age should women start getting screened for cervical cancer (Pap smear or HPV
test)?
a) 10 to 20years
b) 21 to 30 years
c) 31 to 40 years
d) 41 to 50 years
6. Which of the following is a primary method for preventing cervical cancer?
a) Regular exercise
b) HPV vaccination
c) High intake of vitamin C
d) Avoiding alcohol
7. Which vaccine helps in the prevention of HPV infection, and thus cervical cancer?
a) MMR Vaccine
b) Hepatitis B Vaccine
c) HPV Vaccine
d) Influenza Vaccine
8. At what age is it recommended to receive the HPV vaccine?
a) 11-25 years old
b) 25-30 years old
c) 30-35 years old
d) 35-40 years old
9. How many doses of HPV vaccine are typically recommended?
a) 1 doses
b) 2 doses
c) 3 doses
d) 4 doses
10. Which of the following is a known risk factor for cervical cancer?
a) Early sexual activity
b) Multiple sexual partners
c) Unprotected sex
d) All of the above
11. What is the relationship between HPV and cervical cancer?
a) HPV is a precursor to cervical cancer
b) HPV is a symptom of cervical cancer
c) HPV is a treatment for cervical cancer
d) HPV is unrelated to cervical cancer
12. What are the common symptoms of cervical cancer?
a) Abnormal vaginal bleeding
b) Pelvic pain
c) Unusual vaginal discharge
d) All of the above
13. What is the most common test for cervical cancer?
a) Pap smear
b) HPV test
c) Colonoscopy
d) Biopsy
14. What is the importance of regular Pap smear in cervical cancer?
a) To detect abnormal cell changes
b) To diagnose cervical cancer
c) To monitor treatment effectiveness
d) To prevent HPV infection
15. Which of the following lifestyle modification will reduce the risk of cervical cancer?
a) Quitting smoking
b) Practising safe sex
c) Maintaining a healthy diet
d) Getting vaccinated against HPV
16. Cervical cancer spread to other parts of the body?
a) No, it only stays in the cervix
b) Yes, if not treated on time
c) Only if you don’t exercise
d) No, because it is a minor disease
17. What should a girl do if she notices unusual vaginal bleeding or pain?
a) Wait for it to go away
b) Take painkillers without consulting a doctor
c) Visit a doctor for a check-up
d) Ignore it and continue daily activities
18. Can women still get cervical cancer if they have taken the HPV vaccine?
a) No, the vaccine gives 100% protection
b) Yes, but the risk is much lower
c) Yes, it increases the risk
d) No, but they should never get tested again
19. Why is cervical cancer called a “silent disease” sometimes?
a) It has no symptoms in the early stages
b) It affects the vocal cords
c) It can be heard only through a special test
d) It causes loud breathing
20. What is the most effective way to reduce cervical cancer deaths worldwide?
a) Increasing access to HPV vaccination and regular screening
b) Promoting healthy diets and exercise
c) Encouraging women to avoid sexual activity
d) Focusing on advanced treatments for late-stage cancer
SCORING KEY FOR STRUCTURED QUESTIONAIRE
ITEM NUMBER CORRECT RESPONSE
01 B
02 B
03 C
04 A
05 B
06 B
07 C
08 A
09 B
10 D
11 A
12 D
13 A
14 A
15 D
16 B
17 C
18 B
19 A
20 A
Section C- Checklist
Participant Name: ___________________ Date: ____________
Instructions: Tick (✔) "Yes" or "No" based on your knowledge
S No. ITEMS YES NO
1. Have you ever heard about cervical cancer?
2. Does your family have a history of cervical
cancer?
3. Have you ever been educated about sexual
and reproductive health?
4. Have you ever been sexually active?
5. Is cervical cancer caused by a virus?
6. Have you heard about the Human
Papillomavirus (HPV)?
7. Can cervical cancer be prevented?
8. Is there a vaccine available to prevent
cervical cancer?
9. Should adolescent girls take the HPV vaccine
for prevention from cervical cancer?
10. Would you be interested in getting cervical
cancer vaccine in future?
11 Can regular screening (Pap smear test) help
detect cervical cancer early?
12. Do you think poor menstrual hygiene can
increase the risk of cervical cancer?
13. Can smoking increase the risk of cervical
cancer?
14. Do you think awareness programs in schools
can help prevent cervical cancer?
15. Would you be interested in learning more
about cervical cancer and its prevention?
16. Do you think more efforts should be made to
educate adolescents about cervical cancer?
17. Have you ever learned about HPV and
cervical cancer outside of school (e.g.,
YouTube, social media)?
18. Do you know that cervical cancer affects
young people, not just older adults?
19. Do you believe schools should provide free
HPV vaccines to eligible students?
20. Would you feel more comfortable learning
about HPV from a teacher rather social
media?
