Table 2 Topics taught during antenatal care
Adequate n (%) | Not adequate n (%) | Not provided n (%) | No idea (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Process of pregnancy and its 152 (39.6) complication | 124 (32.3) | 102 (26.5) | 6 (1.6) |
Diet and nutrition 250 (65.1) | 113 (29.4) | 21 (5.5) | |
Rest and exercise in pregnancy 160 (41.6) | 117 (30.5) | 102 (26.6) | 5 (1.4) |
Personal hygiene 254 (66.1) | 126 (32.8) | 1 (0.3) | 3 (0.8) |
Danger signs in pregnancy 268 (69.8) | 102 (26.5) | 6 (1.6) | 8 (2.1) |
Use of drugs in pregnancy 211 (55) | 149 (38.8) | 17 (4.4) | 7 (1.8) |
Effects of STIs/HIV 262 (68.2) | 119 (31) | 3 (0.8) | |
Exclusive breastfeeding 247 (64.3) | 116 (30.2) | 10 (2.6) | 11 (2.9) |
Symptoms/signs of labour 271 (70.6) | 103 (26.8) | 4 (1.0) | 6 (1.6) |
Importance of colostrum, early 233 (60.7) initiation | 132 (34.3) | 13 (3.4) | 6 (1.6) |
Plans for delivery (birth 266 (69.3) preparedness) | 110 (28.6) | 8 (2.1) | |
Plans for postpartum care 215 (56) | 132 (34.4) | 31 (8) | 6 (1.6) |
Family planning 174 (45.3) | 122 (31.8) | 81 (21.1) | 7 (1.8) |
Harmful habits (e.g., smoking, 142 (37) drug abuse, alcoholism) | 97 (25.3) | 121 (31.5) | 24 (6.2) |