Table 1 Colorectal cancer awareness, knowledge, and behavioral intentions items
Category | Survey question |
|---|---|
Awareness items | Do you know what colorectal cancer is? |
| Â | Do you know what a colon polyp is? |
| Â | Do you know what a cancer screening test is? |
| Â | Do you know the different types of screening tests available for colorectal cancer? |
| Â | Do you know what the following tests are: |
| Â | Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT)/ Stool Blood Test? |
| Â | Colonoscopy? |
| Â | Sigmoidoscopy? |
| Â | Do you know where you can obtain screening tests for colorectal cancer? |
Knowledge items | Do you think a diet low in fat and high in fiber helps decrease the risk for developing colorectal cancer? |
| Â | Do you think physical activity decreases the risk of developing colorectal cancer? |
| Â | Do you think the risks for developing colorectal cancer increases after the age of 50? |
| Â | Do you think most patients survive colorectal cancer if it is found early and removed? |
| Â | Do you think you ONLY need colorectal cancer screening if you are having any symptoms? |
Behavioral intention to obtain colorectal cancer screening | Do you plan on talking to your doctor about cancer of the colon and rectum in the future? |
| Â | Do you plan on getting screened for cancer of the colon and rectum in the future? |
Behavioral intentions to promote colorectal cancer education | How likely are you to talk about colorectal cancer with your: |
| Â | Parents |
| Â | Grandparents |
| Â | Relatives (aunts, uncles, cousins) |
| Â | Peers (friends, colleagues, etc.) |
| Â | Community members |
| Â | Individuals at risk (50+ years of age, family history, etc.) |