Study Women’s Knowledge, Pain, Discomfort, and Satisfaction during First Gynecological Examination

Research Abstract

Background: women are often apprehensive about undergoing a pelvic examination. A previous examination that was not a good experience contributes to even more anxiety. Aim: This study was conducted to assess pre-gynecological women’s pain, discomfort and satisfaction as well. Setting: The study was conducted at the gynecological clinic at Beni-Suef University Hospital. Subjects and methods: design: Α descriptive study design. Sampling: 60 women who have attended the previously mentioned study setting for the first time. Sample type: Α purposive sample. Tools: Five tools were used. (I): Interviewing questionnaire; (II): Comfort and pain scale; (III): Visual analog scale to assess pain level; (IV): Patients’ satisfaction questionnaire; (V) Self-reported barriers. Results: The majority of the studied sample had incorrect knowledge regarding studied items, 68.3% of the studied sample were discomfort related their total discomfort scale, 70% of the studied sample were unsatisfied related their total satisfaction during a gynecological examination, 80% of the barriers that facing studied sample during the gynecological examination were the presence of too much medical and nursing student. There was a statistically significant relationship between the total knowledge of the studied sample about the gynecological examination and their age and education. Conclusion: women's knowledge about pre-gynecological-examination procedures was incorrect. They had discomfort, pain, dissatisfaction, and faced barriers regarding the gynecological examination. Recommendation: An awareness program must be designed and implemented at the gynecological clinic to enhance patient knowledge and correct their miss concept related to the gynecological examination.

Research Keywords

knowledge, pain, discomfort, satisfaction, Gynecological Examination