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Reasons given for not obtaining treatment at a hospital following an injury during the previous 2 weeks
| Reasons | Number | Weighted proportion (%) (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| Injury perceived as too minor to need treatment | 7 | 56.9% (39.2%, 74.5%) |
| Economic limitations to travel to a hospital and receive treatment | 4 | 36.4% (21.8%, 50.9%) |
| Having no time to travel to a hospital and receive treatment | 2 | 6.3% (0.0%, 21.8%) |
| Long waiting time to see a doctor | 1 | 0.4% (0.0%, 1.4%) |
CI, confidence interval.
