Codes
This variable is not available for any of the currently selected samples.
Description
SAFESEXOTHERMN (MV755X) indicates whether the man stated, in response to an open-ended question, that "safe sex" has some other meaning. The meaning of "other" must be interpreted relative to the specific categories included in a particular sample.
Comparability
Apart from universe differences and slight differences in question wording, SAFESEXOTHERMN (MV755X) is largely comparable across samples. Most commonly, the man was first asked about things that can be done to avoid contracting AIDS. If he stated "safe sex" in response to this open-ended question, he was then asked what "safe sex" meant to him.
Comparability - Standard DHS
SAFESEXOTHERMN (MV755X) is included in Phase III of the standard DHS men's recode.