Table 5 Sample characteristics (n=134)
Professional group | Gender female | Age | Years in profession | Working full time | Other work tasks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
% | Mean (range) | Mean (range) | % | % | |
Midwives (n=30) | 100 | 52 (32–63) | 15 (2–37) | 44 | 22 |
Child health nurses (n=60) | 97 | 52 (36–65) | 14 (0–33) | 52 | 93 |
Dental hygienists/dental nurses (n=20) | 100 | 44 (23–60) | 19 (2–40) | 75 | * |
Open pre-school teachers (n=24) | 100 | 49 (24–60) | 8 (1–25) | 50 | * |