The Effect of Education Given at Different Times Before a Breast Biopsy

Launched by SAGLIK BILIMLERI UNIVERSITESI · Dec 12, 2022

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INTRODUCTION Breast cancer has the highest incidence among women worldwide. Of the three methods (physical examination, imaging, and biopsy) in the diagnosis of breast lesions and breast cancer, the biopsy is a frequently used standard. A breast biopsy is a safe and effective diagnostic method, but it causes pain and anxiety, especially for those who will have a biopsy for the first time. Considering the clinically significant anxiety levels experienced by women before a biopsy, it is necessary to develop strategies to help them manage their anxiety better. Various studies have shown that u...

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FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Women who were older than 18 years of age, had a breast biopsy for the first time, had no communication problems, and volunteered to participate in the study were included in the study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Women who had major hearing, vision, or speech impairments or those who used antidepressants or anxiolytic drugs were not included in the study.