Health Systems and Essential Services in Primary Health Care

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What is the key role of Village or Barangay Health Workers (V/BHWs) in the health system?

Developing technological support for health services

Providing advanced medical treatment to all community members

Leading and implementing essential services in PHC (correct)

Managing administrative tasks at the regional level

At which level of the health facility should a Two-Way Referral System be established?

Regional Level

National Level

Village or Barangay Level

Between each level of the health facility (correct)

Who is responsible for advocating and implementing essential services in Primary Health Care (PHC) at the Regional Level?

Rural Sanitary Inspectors

Public Health Nurses

General medical practitioners

PHC directors and coordinators (correct)

What is a key function of community participation in health according to the text?

Mobilizing local resources for essential health services Signup and view all the answers

Who is included in the category of Intermediate Level Health Workers mentioned in the text?

Public Health Nurses and Midwives Signup and view all the answers

Which group should establish a Two-Way Referral System according to the text?

Regional Level PHC directors and coordinators Signup and view all the answers

What does the World Health Organization define health as?

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT considered a determinant of health?

Personal hobbies Signup and view all the answers

How do employment and working conditions relate to health?

Having control over working conditions leads to better health Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a social determinant of health?

Culture Signup and view all the answers

How does social support networks impact health?

Greater support is linked to better health outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What role does genetics play in determining health outcomes?

Genetics play a part in lifespan and likelihood of developing illnesses Signup and view all the answers

What does the scope of technology in health care encompass?

Effectiveness, safety, appropriateness, and affordability Signup and view all the answers

Which sector contributes to the economic upliftment of the community according to the text?

Agricultural sector Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Intersectoral Linkages' refer to in the context of the text?

Connecting primary health care with other social and economic sectors Signup and view all the answers

How does the environment influence the health status of a community?

By affecting the socio-economic-physical conditions of the community Signup and view all the answers

What is the central role of Primary Health Care (PHC) according to the text?

Being a part of the health system and community development Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential aspect of technology mentioned in relation to health care in the text?

Compatibility with local conditions Signup and view all the answers

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