Table 2 Percentages of correct responses to bca knowledge test, pre- and post-exposure to the PERSPECTIVE e-platform (N = 156)
From: Women’s perceptions of PERSPECTIVE: a breast cancer risk stratification e-platform
Item | Breast Cancer Risk Knowledge Test (n = 156) | Correct response | % Correct Pre | % Correct Post | Difference in correct responses | Paired sample t-test | Repeated measures ANCOVA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | All women over the age of 50 have the same bca risk. | F | 85% | 86% | 1% | ||
2 | Obesity increases the risk of developing bca after menopause. | T | 63% | 99% | 36% | *** | *** |
3 | Genetic mutations in genes BRCA1 and BRCA2 are common in women. | F | 36% | 62% | 25% | *** | |
4 | Drinking alcohol increases the risk of developing bca. | T | 51% | 99% | 48% | *** | *** |
5 | In general, one risk factor has little influence on overall bca risk. | T | 39% | 65% | 26% | *** | |
6 | Regular physical exercise increases the risk of developing bca. | F | 99% | 96% | -3% | ||
7 | A mammogram is recommended every 2 years for women between 50 to 69 years old. | T | 92% | 94% | 2% | ||
8 | A woman can figure out her breast density using a breast self-exam. | F | 53% | 77% | 24% | *** | ** |
9 | Age at first period can affect bca risk. | T | 39% | 85% | 46% | *** | *** |
10 | Doctors can estimate a woman’s bca risk level. | T | 71% | 90% | 19% | *** | *** |