Table 3 Reasons for choosing/non-choosing self-collection (multiple answers)
Reasons | % |
|---|---|
For choosing self-collectiona | |
Gain time | 57.5 |
Have other responsibilities | 47.9 |
Avoid getting appointments | 44.1 |
Embarrassment at being examined by a health professional | 22.7 |
Large distances to the health center | 12.9 |
Bad experiences with health centers | 5.1 |
Transport problems | 4.4 |
Lack of sample takers or lack of tests | 3.2 |
Other reasons | 12.1 |
For not choosing self-collectionb | |
Trust in the physician | 56.6 |
Fear of hurting herself | 38.4 |
Accustomed to the health centers | 20.1 |
Greater effectiveness of tests at health centers | 8.5 |
Do not have a comfortable place to do it | 7.8 |
Embarrassment | 7.3 |
Other reasons | 14.4 |