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Table 2 Frequency and percentage distribution table on the scores of responses of HCP on specific issues during preparation of injectable artesunate (n = 377)

From: Level of knowledge among health care providers on preparation of injectable artesunate for treatment of severe malaria in public health facilities in Tanzania

Variables

Frequency

Percent (%)

The flow pattern to follow when mixing artesunate

 Incorrect

168

44.6

 Correct

209

55.4

The step taken when the mixture did not mix up correctly

 Incorrect

297

78.8

 Correct

80

21.2

When to discard the preparation if not used

 Incorrect

278

73.7

 Correct

99

26.3

Difference in the preparation of IM and IV artesunate

 Incorrect

173

45.9

 Correct

204

54.1

Difference in dose according to body weight (n = 307)

 Incorrect

20

6.5

 Correct

287

93.5

Dose calculation based on body weight of patient (n = 355)

 Incorrect

178

50.1

 Correct

177

49.9