Attitude towards birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women attending the antenatal clinic at Itojo General Hospital, Ntungamo District. A cross-sectional study

Abstract Background: Attitude toward birth preparedness and complication readiness influences how pregnant women perceive and practice planning for safe delivery and possible complications. Therefore, this study aims to assess the attitude towards birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women attending the antenatal clinic at Itojo General Hospital, Ntungamo District. Methodology: The study employed a descriptive cross-sectional design, which enabled the collection of data from pregnant women attending the antenatal clinic at Itojo General Hospital within a relatively short period. Data were analyzed using SPSS v20 and presented as charts, tables, and graphs.