Table 2.
Respondents' knowledge of sexual and reproductive health.
| Variables(N = 386) | Yes (%) | No (%) | Don't know (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signs of sexual maturity in males | |||
| Development of beards | 304(78.76) | 53(13.73) | 29(7.51) |
| Development of pubic hairs | 337(87.31) | 20(5.18) | 29(7.51) |
| Change in voice | 327(84.72) | 33(8.55) | 26(6.74) |
| Increase in testes size | 241(62.44) | 37(9.59) | 108(27.98) |
| About pregnancy and conception | |||
| A girl can be pregnant after one sexual act | 290(75.13) | 42(10.88) | 54(13.99) |
| Pregnancy most likely to occur at mid-menstrual cycle | 132(34.20) | 50(12.95) | 204(52.85) |
| Males can be mature to impregnate a girl during puberty | 285(73.83) | 36(9.33) | 65(16.84) |
| Signs/Symptoms of Sexually Transmitted Infections | |||
| Abnormal discharge from the vagina | 240(62.18) | 28(7.25) | 118(30.57) |
| Abnormal discharge from the penis | 236(61.14) | 44(11.40) | 106(27.46) |
| Pain during urination | 267(69.17) | 51(13.21) | 68(17.62) |
| Pain during sexual intercourse | 218(56.48) | 53(13.73) | 115(29.79) |
| Ulcers/sores in the genital region | 154(39.90) | 71(18.39) | 161(41.71) |
| STIs can be asymptomatic | 148(38.34) | 109(28.24) | 129(33.42 |
| Knowledge of methods of contraception | |||
| Use of condom | 346(89.64) | 18(4.66) | 22(5.70) |
| Vasectomy | 131(33.94) | 33(8.55) | 222(57.51) |
| Intrauterine contraceptive device | 134(34.72) | 26(6.74) | 226(58.55) |
| Implants | 156(40.41) | 31(8.03) | 199(51.55) |
| Oral contraceptive pills | 269(69.69) | 21(5.44) | 96(24.87) |
| Injectable contraceptives | 210(54.40) | 37(9.59) | 139(36.01) |
| Withdrawal method | 203(52.59) | 73(18.91) | 110(28.50) |
| Rhythm method/Periodic abstinence method | 129(33.42) | 60(15.54) | 197(51.04) |
| Tubal ligation | 83(21.50) | 31(8.03) | 272(70.47) |
| HCT detects if one has HIV infection or not | 290(75.13) | 38(9.84) | 58(15.03) |
| About prevention of HIV/STIs | |||
| Consistent and proper use of condom | 334(86.53) | 14(3.63) | 38(9.84) |
| Sexual Abstinence | 315(81.61) | 29(7.51) | 42(10.88) |
| Faithfulness to one uninfected partner | 282(73.06) | 59(15.28) | 45(11.66) |
| Avoid sharing sharp objects with people | 336(87.05) | 16(4.15) | 34(8.81) |
| SRH=Sexual and reproductive health, STIs = Sexually Transmitted Infections | |||