FP1METHWHY
(FP1METHWHY)
Main reason for choosing first FP method
Codes and Frequencies
Description
FP1METHWHY reports the main reason why the woman chose the first method of family planning she used.
Comparability
FP1METHWHY has no comparability problems.
To simplify use of this variable, IPUMS-DHS imposes composite coding, with broad rationales indicated by the first digit (e.g., code "1" for "Method-related reasons") and the second digit providing additional detail (e.g., code "11" for "Easy to obtain").
Comparability - Standard DHS
FP1METHWHY is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.
Universe
- Nepal 1996: Ever-married women age 15-49 who have ever used a modern method of contraception.