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ORSKNOWAMT (ORSKNOWAMT)
Knows to mix 1 packet of ORS powder with 1 liter of water
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Description

ORSKNOWAMT indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question about how to prepare ORS, the female respondent accurately said to mix one packet of the ORS powder with one liter of water.

Comparability

ORSKNOWAMT has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

ORSKNOWAMT is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.

Universe

  • Sri Lanka 1987: Ever-married women age 15-49 who gave birth in the 5 years before the survey and have ever given ORS to their children.
  • Sri Lanka: 1987-W, 1987-C, 1987-B