Using LQAS Methodology to measure stunting in a non-emergency setting

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  • July 23, 2015 at 8:04 am #1544

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    This is a non-SMART question but hoping someone will be able to help.
    We are wanting to assess the prevalence of stunting in a non-emergency setting. Only stunting (height and age) and no other variables. Does anyone know if it is possible to use the LQAS methodology (19×5=95) to do this and if the results will be statistically representative of the sampling frame? Or has anyone used this method before for such? Any thoughts on the adapted LQAS of 33×6 or 67×3? Alternatively what methodology would you recommend for such which might be quicker and cheaper than the original SMART two-stage cluster surveys? Thanks

    July 23, 2015 at 6:18 pm #1545

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    Conducting a SMART survey will ensure a statistically representative sample. Stunting can be used as the main indicator when determining the sample size calculation. Since the prevalence of stunting is usually quite high (will depended on your sampling frame context), the level of precision can be reduced. This will result in a lower sample size for your survey.

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