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FPMETHPM (FPMETHPM)
Used family planning method in past month
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Description

FPMETHPM indicates whether the female respondent used a contraceptive method in the past month.

Comparability

FPMETHPM has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

FPMETHPM is a country-specific response and is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.

Universe

  • Sri Lanka 1987: Ever married women age 15-49 who have ever used a modern method of contraception, who are not pregnant or are unsure if they are pregnant, and who are not currently using a modern method of contraception.
  • Sri Lanka: 1987-W, 1987-C, 1987-B