Can follow-up study questions about correct and consistent condom use reduce respondent over-reporting among groups at high risk? An analysis of datasets from six countries
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Abstract Purpose This study sought to determine whether including two types of questions in surveys administered via face-toface interview can contribute to more accurate measures of correct and consistent condom use among populations at risk for HIV. The study compared initial rates of selfreported condom use to rates found when respondents were asked to provide confirmation of correct and consistent use via follow-up questions.
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