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Malaysian nurses' knowledge and attitudes regarding BRCA genetic testing.

Kien Ting LiuWan Rosilawati Wan RosliAzlina YusufSoon Lean Keng
Published in: Belitung nursing journal (2021)
The results show that most nurses have adequate knowledge of BRCA genetic testing. However, their attitude could be termed negative. Therefore, targeted education programs on BRCA genetic testing and risk are needed to improve the knowledge and attitude of nurses and, ultimately, can educate the women and increase health-seeking behaviour among eligible women.
Keyphrases
  • healthcare
  • breast cancer risk
  • mental health
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • public health
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • type diabetes
  • health information
  • risk assessment
  • insulin resistance
  • metabolic syndrome
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