Keywords

college-aged males, HPV, HPV vaccine, human papillomavirus, sexually transmitted infections, STI, vaccination rates

Authors

1. McCutcheon, Tonna DNP, APRN-BC
2. Schaar, Gina DNP
3. Herline, Alan MD
4. Hayes, Rachel BSN, PhD

Abstract

Abstract: College-aged males are at high risk for human papillomavirus (HPV); however, vaccination rates remain low, suggesting minimal HPV knowledge. Therefore, an educational intervention was developed and implemented to determine if an increase in HPV knowledge, perceived HPV risk, intention and perceived self-efficacy to obtain the vaccine, and vaccination rates were observed.