Table 3 Socio-demographic and reproductive health characteristics of the respondents according to birth preparedness and complication readiness
Elements of preparation | Number of respondents (N = 345) | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
Saved money for birth/complications | 287 | 83.2 |
Identified mode of transport | 197 | 57.1 |
Identified blood donors | 79 | 22.9 |
Identified health facility | 276 | 80.0 |
Identified skilled health worker | 23 | 6.3 |
Identified birth companion | 322 | 93.3 |
Identified decision maker | 328 | 95.1 |
Packed necessary items for birth | 245 | 71.0 |
Number of elements prepared | ||
1 | 1 | 0.3 |
2 | 11 | 3.2 |
3 | 24 | 7.0 |
4 | 80 | 23.2 |
5 | 85 | 24.6 |
6 | 79 | 22.9 |
7 | 46 | 13.3 |
8 | 19 | 5.5 |