Ghana Health Service Council Quiz
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Who appoints the chairman of the Ghana Health Service Council?

  • The Health Workers Union of the T.U.C.
  • The Director-General of the Service
  • The Minister of Health
  • The President in consultation with the Council of State (correct)

    • The Council is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the health service.

    True

    How many years does a non-ex-officio member of the Council serve?

    four years

    The Council submits recommendations for health care delivery policies and programmes to the ________.

    <p>Minister</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these bodies is NOT represented on the Ghana Health Service Council?

    <p>The Ministry of Trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Chairman of the Council must be a Minister or a Deputy Minister.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following actions with the responsible entity:

    <p>Appointing Council members = President Ensuring the implementation of the functions of service = Council Recommending health policies = Council Advising on job qualifications = Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A Council member can be removed by the ________ in consultation with the Council of State.

    <p>President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Act, what is the primary purpose of the Ghana Health Service?

    <p>To manage and administer institutions within the health sector, including state-owned hospitals and health stations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ghana Health Service Act of 1996 also covers the administration of privately owned hospitals.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a Regional Health Committee?

    <p>To oversee health service matters at the regional level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The head of the Ghana Health Service is titled the ______.

    <p>Director-General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following committees with their primary functions within a Teaching Hospital:

    <p>Finance Committee = Responsible for the financial management of the Teaching Hospital Technical and Planning Committee = Deals with the technical aspects and planning of the hospital's operations Staff Development and Disciplinary Committee = Handles matters related to staff training and discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the Act defines the internal divisions of the service at the national level?

    <p>Section 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Medical Superintendent is responsible for the overall administration of the teaching hospitals.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Hospital Administrator as defined in the Act?

    <p>To manage the administrative aspects of a hospital within the Service.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Act, a District Director of Health services is appointed by the ______.

    <p>Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for giving directives to the Ghana Health Service?

    <p>The Minister</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following committees MUST the Council appoint, and whose chairmen must be members of the Council?

    <p>Appointments and Promotion Committee and Disciplinary Committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Council needs approval from the Minister to create divisions within the Service at the national level.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the chief executive of the Service, and how are they appointed?

    <p>The Director-General is the chief executive of the Service, and they are appointed by the President, following advice from the Council in consultation with the Public Services Commission.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Director-General must be a person in the health profession with considerable knowledge and experience in planning, organization, and management of the delivery of ______ services.

    <p>health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following divisions with their main focus:

    <p>Public Health Division = Community health initiatives and disease prevention Institutional Care Division = Services within healthcare facilities Policy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Division = Strategy, development and assessment Health Administration and Support Services Division = Administrative and operational support of the health service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, which of the following is the responsibility of the Director-General?

    <p>Providing technical advice to the Minister.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Council has the sole authority to determine the functions of the Divisions without any other approval.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Teaching Hospital?

    <p>The Chief Administrator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Director-General responsible for regarding the decisions of the Council?

    <p>The Director-General is responsible for ensuring the implementation of the Council's decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Chief Administrator is relieved of responsibility when delegating functions to a senior employee.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appoints the Secretary to the Board?

    <p>The Teaching Hospital Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Teaching Hospital Board may engage the services of such ______ as may be necessary.

    <p>consultants and advisers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following committees with their primary purpose:

    <p>Finance and Administration Committee = Oversees financial matters and administrative functions Technical and Planning Committee = Deals with technical and planning aspects Human Resource Management Committee = Manages staff related issues Disciplinary Committee = Addresses disciplinary matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appoints the heads of units within the Teaching Hospital?

    <p>The Board of the Teaching Hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Secretary to the Board performs functions as assigned by the Chief Administrator only.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who chairs the committees appointed by the Teaching Hospital Board?

    <p>A member of the Board of the Teaching Hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appoints the chairman of the District Health Committee?

    <p>The Council on the advice of the District Chief Executive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All members of the District Health Committee hold office for a period of three years.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To whom is the District Director of Health Service answerable on matters relating to administration?

    <p>The District Chief Executive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The quorum at a meeting of a District Health Committee shall be the ______ of the total membership.

    <p>majority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following roles with their respective responsibilities in the District Health Service:

    <p>District Director of Health Service = Implementation of Council policies in the district District Health Committee = Advising the District Director and performing Council functions in the district Regional Director = Overseeing health matters in the region and to whom the District Director reports to District Chief Executive = Responsible for overseeing administrative matters in the district related to health.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a division of the Service established by the Council in each district?

    <p>Administrative division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A District Director of Health Service must have a qualification in public health.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who designates the secretary to the District Health Committee?

    <p>The District Director of Health Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which committee is responsible for advising the Board on the quality of medical care?

    <p>Technical and Planning Committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Finance and Administration Committee is responsible for investigating disciplinary matters.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which committee advises the Board on investment opportunities?

    <p>Finance and Administration Committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Human Resource and Management Committee advises the Board on measures to motivate staff and promote ______.

    <p>efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the committee with its primary responsibility:

    <p>Finance and Administration Committee = Submitting budget proposals Technical and Planning Committee = Advising on medical equipment Human Resource and Management Committee = Proposing staff training plans Disciplinary Committee = Investigating disciplinary matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Finance and Administration Committee?

    <p>Proposing manpower structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The House Committee includes the Director of Pharmacy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the document, what is the composition of the House Committee?

    <p>The Chief Administrator, the Director of Administration, the Medical Director, the Director of nursing services, the Director of general services, the Director of pharmacy, four clinical staff representatives, and three Health Service Workers Union representatives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ghana Health Service and Teaching Hospitals Act, 1996

    • The Act establishes the Ghana Health Service
    • The Service is responsible for health matters in Ghana, including the administration of institutions like health stations and hospitals.
    • The Act continues the existence of Teaching Hospitals.

    Part I: Establishment of the Ghana Health Service

    • Sub-Part 1: The Service at the National Level
      • Establishes the Ghana Health Service
      • Defines membership of the service
      • Outlines the service's objectives and functions
      • Details the roles of the governing council, including terms of office, meetings, and allowances.
      • Covers committees within the council.
      • Organizational structure at the national level, including roles of the Director-General, deputies, and other directors.
      • Includes the appointment of staff and delegation of appointment powers.
    • Sub-Part II: The Service at the Regional Level
      • Describes regional health committees and their membership
      • Outlines functions of the regional health committees
      • Defines roles of the Regional Director of Health Services
      • Structures divisions at the regional level
    • Sub-Part III: The Service at the District Level
      • Details district health committees and their functions
      • Defines roles of District Directors of Health Services
      • Structures divisions at the district level

    Part II: Teaching Hospitals

    • Teaching Hospitals Boards continued in existence
    • Other Teaching Hospitals
    • Objects and functions of a Teaching Hospital
    • Limitations on functions of a Teaching Hospital Board
    • Membership of a Teaching Hospital Board
    • Meetings of a Teaching Hospital Board
    • Chief Administrator of a Teaching Hospital
    • Secretary of a Teaching Hospital Board
    • Other staff of a Teaching Hospital Board
    • Committees of a Teaching Hospital Board
    • Functions of a Finance Committee of a Teaching Hospital Board
    • Functions of a Technical and Planning Committee of a Teaching Hospital Board
    • Functions of a Staff Development and Disciplinary Committee of a Teaching Hospital Board
    • Disciplinary Committee of a Teaching Hospital
    • House Committee of a Teaching Hospital
    • Functions of the House Committee of a Teaching Hospital

    Part III: Financial and Miscellaneous Provisions

    • Funds of the Service and a Teaching Hospital
    • Annual estimates
    • Accounts and audits
    • Annual reports and other reports
    • Regulations
    • Scope of the Service
    • Transfer of assets and liabilities
    • Interpretation
    • Repeal

    Additional Information

    • Objects and functions of the service: The Act outlines the service's objectives, including implementing national health policies, improving health service access, and managing resources.
    • Governing body: The Ghana Health Service Council (the Council) governs the service.
    • Staff: The Act outlines the appointment and roles of staff at different levels.
    • Committees: Various committees are mentioned within the council and regional/district aspects of the service for different roles.

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    Test your knowledge on the Ghana Health Service Council and its operations. This quiz covers key aspects such as appointments, member roles, and the functions of various committees. Challenge yourself to see how much you know about health policy in Ghana!

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