Table 2.

Health responsibility responses

BEHAVIOUR	MEAN	MODE
How often do you report signs, or symptoms, to a doctor, or other health professional? (Report Signs)	2.27	3
How often do you read, or watch TV programmes about improving health? (TV)	2.86	3
How often do you ask health professionals, so that you can understand instructions? (Instruct)	3.33	4
How often do you get a second opinion, when unsure about your health care provider's advice? (sec. opinion)	3.07	3
How often do you discuss your health concerns with health professionals? (Concerns A)	2.88	3
How often do you check your body, at least monthly, for physical changes/danger signs? (Inspect)	2.73	3
How often do you ask for information from health professionals about how to take good care of yourself? (Ask)	2.90	3
How often do you attend programmes to learn about health care?(Ed Programmes)	2.65	3
How often do you ask for advice, or counselling when you need it? (Guidance)	3.09	3
TOTAL		3

Notes: HPLP-II has 52 items, with responses including 1 = never, 2 = Sometimes, 3 = Often, and 4 = Routinely.