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Table 1 Definition and measurement of variables used in multi linear regression model

From: A facility-based study of women’ satisfaction and perceived quality of reproductive and maternal health services in the Kenya output-based approach voucher program

Variable definition

Measurement

Outcome variable

 Factors related to perceived quality of reproductive care

Staff conduct and practice, Healthcare delivery, Physical facilities, adequacy of resources, Accessibility of care, Perceived quality (Total Score)

Independent variables

 Level of education

1 = No education, 2 = Primary level, 3 = Secondary level, 4 = Tertiary level

 Attendance to ANC clinic

1 = Two or less, 2 = Three times or more

 Marital Status

1 = Never Married, 2 = Married, 3 = Separated/Divorced, 4 = Other

 Age

1 = 24 and below, 2 = 25–34 years, 3 = 35–44 years, 4 = 45 years and above

 County of residence

1 = Nairobi, 2 = Kiambu, 3 = Kilifi, 4 = Kisumu, 5 = Kitui