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. 2021 Mar 15;16(3):e0248495. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0248495

Table 3. Indicators and responses to practices of preventive measures, OSZSF, 2020 (n = 384).

Variables Responses of the study participants
No Yes
n % n %
Practicing preventive measures of COVID-19 265 69 119 31
    Practices 1: Hygiene practices 72 70.6 30 29.4
Hand-wash regularly with soap or water 16 66.7 8 33.3
Avoid touching (eyes, nose, mouth with hands not washed) 20 69 9 31
Use a facemask and cover the mouth or nose while sneezing/coughing 19 73.1 7 26.9
Disinfect the frequently touched objects 17 73.9 6 26.1
    Practices 2: Keeping physical [social] distance 67 70.5 28 29.5
Avoid large gatherings 17 70.8 7 29.2
Avoid close contact with individuals who is sick with flu cold 23 71.9 9 28.1
Avoid shaking hands with others 27 69.2 12 30.8
    Practices 3: Movement restrictions 55 67.9 26 32.1
Restrict travels or movements 34 70.8 14 29.2
Stay at home if felt sick or illness 21 63.6 12 36.4
    Practices 4: Seeking self-help/support 71 67 35 33
Visit the nearest hospital or health facility when getting sick 21 61.8 13 38.2
Purchase medicines from a drug store or pharmacy 24 75 8 25
Use traditional treatment 26 65 14 35