Table 1 SSE practice at pre- and post-diagnosis
SSE Items | % (n) | |
|---|---|---|
PRE | POST | |
1. Did you ever self-examine your skin for suspicious changes? | ||
YES | 39.02 (16) | 87.80 (36) |
NO | 61.00 (25) | 12.20 (5) |
2. Did you ever use a melanoma picture to help with the skin exam? | ||
YES | 9.76 (4) | 24.39 (10) |
NO | 90.24 (37) | 75.61 (31) |
3. Did you ever have someone else help you examine your skin? | ||
YES | 28.57 (12) | 57.14 (24) |
NO | 71.41 (30) | 42.86 (18) |
4. Have you ever been advised by a doctor or nurse to self-examine your skin? | ||
YES | 36.59 (15) | 70.73 (29) |
NO | 63.41 (26) | 29.27 (12) |