Official websites use .gov
A
.gov website belongs to an official
government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock (
) or https:// means you've safely
connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive
information only on official, secure websites.
Respondents knowledge of PMTCT of HIV/AIDS (n = 350).
| Variables | Correct response (%) | Wrong response (%) |
|---|---|---|
| HIV Prevalence in general population | 170 (48.6) | 180 (51.4) |
| HIV Prevalence in women | 144 (41.1) | 206 (58.9) |
| Full meaning of acronyms of PMTCT | 153 (43.7) | 197 (56.3) |
| Vertical transmission risk | 226 (64.6) | 124 (35.4) |
| Transmission risk with breastfeeding | 256 (73.1) | 94 (26.9) |
| Awareness of guidelines on PMTCT | 100 (28.6) | 250 (71.4) |
| When to initiate PMTCT drugs | 123 (35.1) | 227 (68.9) |
