Table 3 Birth preparedness and complication readiness practice of women of reproductive age group, Wolaita Sodo town, Wolaita zone, Ethiopia; 2018 (n = 495)
Component of Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness Items | Frequency (n) | Percent (%) |
|---|---|---|
Plan for place of birth | ||
No | 149 | 30.1 |
Yes | 346 | 69.9 |
Identified SBA to assist at birth | ||
No | 284 | 57.4 |
Yes | 211 | 42.6 |
Arranging transportation | ||
No | 305 | 61.6 |
Yes | 190 | 38.4 |
Preparing blood donors | ||
No | 487 | 98.4 |
Yes | 8 | 1.6 |
Saved Funds | ||
No | 65 | 13.1 |
Yes | 430 | 86.9 |
Number of steps taken | Frequency (n) | Percent (%) |
Unable to mention any component | 10 | 2.0 |
Mention at least one component | 485 | 98.0 |
Mention at least two component | 408 | 82.4 |
Mention at least three component | 240 | 48.5 |
Mention at least four component | 52 | 10.5 |
Mention all five components | None | |