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FPKNOSRCPLT (FPKNOSRCPLT)
Know source for information for medicinal plants: Yes or no
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Description

FPKNOSRCPLT indicates whether the woman knew of a source where she could obtain medicinal plants/herbs and/or information about using this method, if she wanted to use it to delay or prevent pregnancy.

While FPKNOSRCPLT is a "Yes/No" variable, the complementary variable FPSRCINPLT reports the specific source where the woman would go to obtain this method.

Comparability

FPKNOSRCPLT has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

Although questions on whether the woman knows a source where she could obtain a given contraceptive method and/or information about using that method is included in the standard DHS questionnaire for Phases I and II, FPKNOSRCPLT is a country-specific response category that is not included in any of the standard DHS modules.

Universe

  • Mali 1987: Women age 15-49 who have heard of medicinal plants for family planning.
  • Mali: 1987-W, 1987-C, 1987-B