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What is the general norm for the selection of ASHA per population?

One ASHA per 2000 population
One ASHA per 500 population
One ASHA per 1500 population
One ASHA per 1000 population (correct)

What is the education level required for an ASHA?

Formal education up to Fifth Class
Formal education up to Twelfth Class
Formal education up to Tenth Class
Formal education up to Eighth Class (correct)

What is the preferred age group for the selection of ASHA?

18 to 30 years
30 to 50 years
25 to 45 years (correct)
20 to 40 years

What percentage of ASHAs in a state should be selected and given induction training in the first year?

At least 40 percent (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of ASHA in the public health system?

To work as an interface between the community and the public health system (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the general norm for the selection of ASHA per population?

One ASHA per 1000 population (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred marital status for the selection of ASHA?

Married/Widow/Divorced (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred age group for the selection of ASHA?

25 to 45 years (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required education level for an ASHA?

Formal education up to Eighth Class (A) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of ASHAs in a state should be selected and given induction training in the first year?

At least 40 percent (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

ASHA selection norm

One ASHA is typically selected for every 1000 individuals in the population.

ASHA education level

Formal education up to the Eighth Class is required to become an ASHA worker.

ASHA age preference

The preferred age group for ASHA selection is between 25 and 45 years old.

ASHA training percentage

At least 40% of ASHAs in a state should receive their induction training in the first year.

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ASHA's role

An ASHA works to bridge the gap between the community and the public health system.

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ASHA marital status

The preferred marital status for ASHA selection is married, widowed, or divorced.

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Study Notes

ASHA Selection Norms

One ASHA is selected for a population of 1000
The required education level for an ASHA is 10th standard or equivalent
The preferred age group for the selection of ASHA is 25-45 years
The preferred marital status for the selection of ASHA is married or widowed or divorced

ASHA Training and Induction

25% of ASHAs in a state should be selected and given induction training in the first year

Role of ASHA

ASHA plays a crucial role in the public health system, acting as a bridge between the community and the public health system, and facilitating access to healthcare services