Table 2.
Assessment of knowledge on COVID-19 transmission and prevention
| Question | # of correct answers | % (n = 221) |
|---|---|---|
| Do you get COVID-19 from… | ||
| Touching others | 114 | 52 |
| Being around others who cough | 114 | 52 |
| Being around others who sneeze | 186 | 84 |
| Sharing meals | 10 | 4.5 |
| What will help prevent COVID-19 transmission? | ||
| Hand washing only with water (Reverse coded) | 218 | 98.6 |
| Hand washing with water and soap | 209 | 94.6 |
| Covering your mouth when coughing/sneezing | 107 | 48.4 |
| Staying home | 147 | 66.5 |
| Drinking water (Reverse coded) | 186 | 84.2 |
| Wearing a face mask | 52 | 23.5 |
| Disinfecting surfaces | 59 | 26.7 |
| Social distancing | 75 | 33.9 |