At anytime during your recent labor or birth did you DECLINE care offered to you or your baby? What did you decline? Why did you decline?

Source for Original Item

GVTM-US Survey 2019

Item as Adapted for RESPCCT Study

Why did you decline tests, medications or procedures?
I thought the test, procedure or medication was unnecessary.
I considered the test, procedure or medication unsafe.
The test, procedure or medication did not align with my values.
I preferred a different treatment.
I had access to information or had reviewed research that did not support use of the test, medication or intervention.
I felt that one or more healthcare providers were being rude or incompetent.
I declined/refused tests, medications or procedures for health reasons.
I declined/refused tests, medications or procedures because I felt uncomfortable.
I thought the test, procedure or medication was too inconvenient.
Other, please specify: ________________