This paper reports the findings of a prospective convenience sample cohort study investigating self-reported purpose of pap smears and worry interference associated with having abnormal pap smear results in women attending a public colposcopy service between 05 April and 19 December 2003. Intrusive thoughts about cancer have been postulated to be associated with dysfunction in women at increased risk of developing breast or ovarian cancer. A study designed questionnaire and the Multidimensional Health Locus of Control was completed by the women whilst waiting to have colposcopy. This study shows that Asian women need to have information about abnormal pap smear results explained well in order to avoid intrusive thoughts and anxiety. It also demonstrates that nurses provide a key role in providing information that leads to less concern and better understanding of the concepts.
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