Abstract

This quality improvement (QI) project evaluated the effectiveness of a six-week educational intervention designed to enhance sun safety knowledge among adolescents and young adults (AYAs) in a private dermatology clinic in South Florida. Excessive ultraviolet (UV) exposure remains the primary risk factor for skin cancer, and knowledge deficits persist despite public health efforts. A quasi-experimental pretest–posttest design was used. Participants completed a modified 10-item Skin Cancer and Sun Knowledge (SCSK) Scale before and after the intervention. The intervention included brief provider-led education, printed materials, QR-coded resources, and reminders.

Results showed a slight increase in median knowledge scores; however, statistical significance was not achieved (p = 0.46), likely due to small sample size and attrition. Despite this, the intervention demonstrated feasibility and potential for improving knowledge in clinical settings

Description

The project was presented in the form of a poster. See attached.

Author Details

Manali Patel, DNP(c), BSN, RN - 6 years as a registered nurse: medical/surgical and progressive care unit. Currently working as a dermatology registered nurse.

Faculty Advisor: Ezela Agolli, DNP APRN, CPNP-PC

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

DNP Capstone Project

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Quality Improvement

Research Approach

Quantitative Research

Keywords:

Sun Safety, Sun Protective Behavior, Skin Cancer, Skin Neoplasms, Pediatrics, Adolescence, Young Adult

Advisor

Ezela Agolli

Degree

DNP

Degree Grantor

Nova Southeastern University

Degree Year

2026

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2026-05-19

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