Exploring Jordanian women's experience of first pelvic examination

- The key finding is that “Jordanian women have a very negative experience of Pelvic Examination.”
- The cultural perceptions about the private nature of the procedure can cause a negative experience.
- Jordanian women wish to be more involved in decisions about the care that is provided.
- This study found that Jordanian women's experience of pelvic examination was influenced by cultural perspectives.
- Jordanian women's negative experience might impact their future decisions to attend reproductive screening exams when needed.