Table 1 Sample sizes for the study and background characteristics of respondents
From: The feasibility of introducing rapid diagnostic tests for malaria in drug shops in Uganda
Type of Sample | Sampling technique | Sample size |
|---|---|---|
Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) | Purposively selected; males and females with children aged< 5 years. | 10 FGDs |
In-depth Interviews (IDIs) | Purposively selected; targeting civic leaders, local council officials, drug shops sellers and health workers | 18 KIs |
Socio-demographic characteristics | ||
Age range (FGDs-females) | (18-52 years) | |
Age range (FGDs-males) | (24-64 years) | |
Average number of children < 5 years (FGD participants) | 2 (minimum = 1, maximum = 4) |