Table 2 Factor structure of the core POSM questions

Since getting my smear result I have been worried that I may have cervical cancer.

0.846

Since getting my smear result I have been worried about my general health.

0.819

Since getting my smear result I have been worried that my next smear will show changes to the cells.

0.814

Since getting my smear result I have been worried about having sex.

0.581

In general I feel well enough informed about what my smear result means.

0.778

Since getting my smear result I have been satisfied with the support I have had from other people.

0.767

Since getting my smear result the way I feel about myself has changed.

0.445