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Table 3 Knowledge on the components of birth preparedness/complication readiness (BPCR)

From: Does knowledge of danger signs of pregnancy predict birth preparedness? A critique of the evidence from women admitted with pregnancy complications

Variables

Number

Percentage (%)

*Basic component of BPCR

  

Saving money for use in emergencies or during labor

544

67.2

Preparations for place of birth

194

11.6

Identifying transport in case of emergency and during labor

216

26.7

Identifying a birth companion

40

5.0

Identifying a blood donor

30

3.7

Knowledge of three basic components of BPCR

  

Yes

256

36.5

No

514

63.5

  1. *Multiple responses elicited.