Table 1 Preferences for precautionary measures during future visits to the countryside following the factor analysis
From: Experience of Lyme disease and preferences for precautions: a cross-sectional survey of UK patients
Factor | Items loading on each factor | Reliability of the factor | Mean (SD) |
|---|---|---|---|
Precautions during-visit to the countryside | Keep to the main paths M = 2.62, SD = 1.38, n = 113 | α = . 73 | M = 3.26, SD = 1.14 |
Cover exposed skin with clothing M = 3.76, SD = 1.29, n = 124 | |||
Use insect repellent M = 3.15, SD = 1.35, n = 111 | |||
Precautions after-visit to the countryside | Check dogs for ticks M = 3.25, SD = 1.37, n = 95 | r = . 43 | M = 4.04, SD = 0.98 |
Check exposed skin for ticks M = 4.45, SD = 0.88, n = 128 |