The goal of this HPV vaccine continuing education program is to provide nurses with information about HPV vaccines to prevent cervical cancer and HPV-related diseases. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to —
- Describe the criteria for which these vaccines have been approved for use in the United States.
- Discuss the manifestations of HPV infection in males and females.
- Discuss nursing education and support resources for patients and parent/guardians about HPV and its sequelae.