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According to WHO (2004), what is the purpose of a Health Management Information System (HMIS)?
According to WHO (2004), what is the purpose of a Health Management Information System (HMIS)?
What does the term 'Health' refer to in the context of a HMIS?
What does the term 'Health' refer to in the context of a HMIS?
What does the term 'Management' refer to in the context of a HMIS?
What does the term 'Management' refer to in the context of a HMIS?
What does the term 'Information System' refer to in the context of a HMIS?
What does the term 'Information System' refer to in the context of a HMIS?
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What is a HMIS specifically designed to support?
What is a HMIS specifically designed to support?
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Study Notes
Health Management Information System (HMIS)
- Purpose of HMIS: to coordinate and manage health care services
- 'Health' in HMIS: refers to the well-being of individuals and populations, encompassing physical, mental, and social aspects
- 'Management' in HMIS: refers to the process of planning, organizing, and supervising healthcare activities
- 'Information System' in HMIS: refers to the collection, analysis, and dissemination of health-related data to support decision-making
- HMIS specifically designed to support: healthcare policymakers, managers, and healthcare providers in making informed decisions, improving healthcare services, and enhancing health outcomes
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Test your knowledge on Health Management Information Systems with this quiz! Learn about the definition and purpose of HMIS, as well as its role in healthcare program management.