Preventing

Questions or Concerns

Colorectal
Cancer
How lifestyle changes, diet, and
early detection can keep you safe
and healthy.
Schedule a screening today with The
University of Kansas Cancer Center.

Call 913-588-1227
Resources
Or Visit
National Cancer Institute: The
U.S. governments principal www.kucancercenter.org
agency for cancer research.
Cancer.gov
1-800-4-CANCER

American Cancer Society: A

nationwide, community-based
health organization dedicated
to eliminating cancer.

Cancer.org
Cancer Helpline:
800-227-2345
What is colorectal cancer? What is a colonoscopy?
Physical activity and dietary
It is a cancer that starts in the colon practices prevent 70% of It is a procedure in which a doctor
or the rectum, often beginning as colorectal cancer cases. uses a scope, to look inside the
polyps. Most are not cancerous, but -National Cancer Institute rectum and colon. Colonoscopy can
some may turn into cancer over show irritated and swollen tissue,
time. Removing polyps can help ulcers, polyps, and cancer.
prevent colorectal cancer.

Prevention
Risk Factors
Age 50 and over Colonoscopy if 50 or older

Presence of colorectal polyps Early screening tests

History of breast, uterine or Maintaining proper body weight

colorectal cancer Increased physical activity levels
History of inflammatory bowel Diet high in fruits, vegetables, and
disease whole grains
Family history of colorectal cancer Limiting levels of red and processed
Smoking meat

Diet high in fat, red meat, or Avoiding excess alcohol intake

processed meat Not smoking
How to prepare for a colonoscopy?
Obesity, decreased physical
activity, excess alcohol Talk with your doctor

African American or Ashkenazi Change your diet for a couple of

Jew days
Clean out your bowel
Colorectal Cancer Risk Test: Arrange for a ride home after
http://healthlibrary.kucancercenter.o procedure
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Drew Coleman & Elliot Conklin

SMART Goal
Specific: Create a 2-sided, easy-to-read pamphlet that answers the question: How can I prevent or decrease the risks of
acquiring colorectal cancer? Information comes from evidence-based research. Give a 4-6 minute presentation on handout to
audience on 11/30/17.

Measurable: Pamphlet meets the CDCs Clear Communication index/ guidelines for low to moderate literacy level.

Attainable: Scope of project reasonable within timeframe.

Relevant: Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Screenings such as a colonoscopy
are associated with a 90% cure rate if abnormalities are found.

Timely: Project will be completed and presented to audience by 11/30/17.

Domains
Cognitive: The patient recognizes the potential risk factors of colorectal cancer such as excess red meat intake.
Affective: The patient feels comfortable or less nervous about colon cancer screening such as a colonoscopy and is willing to
receive one.
Psychomotor: The patient makes lifestyle changes that involve increased physical activity as well as diet changes such as
increased fruit and vegetable intake.

References

https://www.cancer.gov/types/colorectal/screening-fact-sheet#q4

https://www.cancer.org/cancer/colon-rectal-cancer/causes-risks-prevention/prevention.html

http://www.kucancercenter.org/cancer-information/specialties-and-treatment/colorectal-cancer/awareness