Table 4 Percentage of postpartum mothers on responses regarding infection prevention methods
Variables | Frequency | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Hand washing before perineal hygiene | 17 | 6.8 |
Hand washing after perineal hygiene | 26 | 10.4 |
Hand washing after changing pads | 27 | 10.8 |
Changing pads frequently | 91 | 36.4 |
Changing pants frequently | 72 | 28.8 |
General body hygiene | 174 | 69.6 |
Wash with warm water and some salt | 175 | 70.0 |
Washing after defecation | 89 | 35.6 |
Washing after urination | 82 | 32.8 |