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. 2017 Aug 11;3(2):e12. doi: 10.2196/cancer.7345

Table 1.

Outcome variable questions and responses.

Question Correct response Knowledge outcome
Vaccine leads to long-lasting immunity. True HPVavaccination
Vaccine does not cause adverse side effects. True HPV vaccination
Vaccine protects against genital warts in addition to cervical cancer. True HPV vaccination
Condom use in patients does not decrease after vaccination. True HPV vaccination
Offering vaccination provides an opportunity to discuss sexuality issues with patients. True HPV vaccination
The likelihood of patients having sex does not increase after vaccination. True HPV vaccination
HPV vaccination is highly effective at preventing cervical cancer precursors. True HPV vaccination
Almost all cervical cancers are caused by HPV infection. True HPV vaccination
Women who have been diagnosed with HPV should not be given HPV vaccine. False HPV vaccination
The incidence of HPV in women is highest among women in their 30s. False HPV vaccination
Genital warts are caused by the same HPV types that cause cervical cancer. False HPV vaccination
A pregnancy test should be performed prior to giving HPV vaccine. False HPV vaccination
When is HPV vaccination recommended? Before the beginning of sexual activity HPV vaccine guideline
The recommended age for HPV vaccination in adolescent girls is? Subjects aged 11-12 years HPV vaccine guideline
The recommended age for HPV vaccination in adolescent boys is? Subjects aged 11-12 years HPV vaccine guideline

aHPV: human papillomavirus.