Document Type
Final Project
Graduation Date
Spring 5-10-2025
Degree Name
Doctor of Nursing Practice
First Advisor
Jennifer Cera
Abstract
Objectives: The goal of this research study was to provide scientific evidence supporting the importance and effectiveness of implementing a women’s health and wellness education course and its effect on (1) adolescent knowledge of sexual health and hygiene, (2) self-efficacy in menstrual management, and (3) self-empowerment in managing their own reproductive health.
Design: This was a mixed methods pilot study utilizing a pre/post-test single intervention efficacy trial. Quantitative and qualitative data were obtained.
Setting: The setting included two different sites including one outpatient ambulatory obstetrics/gynecology clinic and one community outreach center. Both sites were located within a midwestern metropolitan city.
Participants: The study included a convenience sample of 11 adolescent women, ages 13 to 18, who attended the women’s health and wellness education program. Participants ranged from 13 to 18 years old, with a median age of 14, and the majority were between 13 and 15 years old. Seven participants were recruited from the outpatient obstetrics/gynecology clinic in the Midwest, and four were recruited from the community outreach center.
Measurements: Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and paired t-tests. Correlational and chi-square analyses were conducted to explore relationships between demographic variables, groups, and outcomes. Three different instruments were used to evaluate the study's aims of knowledge, self-efficacy, and self-empowerment. Additionally, a qualitative tool was utilized to gather participant feedback on the educational content and course.
Results: The relationship between the adolescent women’s health and wellness education course and the measurable outcomes of knowledge (Aim 1), self-efficacy (Aim 2), and self-empowerment (Aim 2) were evaluated.
Conclusions: The findings support the initiation of an adolescent women’s health and wellness education course to help increase knowledge, self-efficacy, and self-empowerment. More standardized, evidence-based education programs are necessary to enhance the knowledge and over-all wellbeing of adolescent females.
Recommended Citation
Acker, Lauren; Conner, Laynee; and Cera, Jennifer, "Implementation of an Adolescent Women’s Health and Wellness Education Program" (2025). Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects: College of Nursing. 45.
https://digitalcommons.unmc.edu/con_dnp/45
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Community Health and Preventive Medicine Commons, Nursing Commons, Obstetrics and Gynecology Commons, Women's Health Commons
