COPY: Historical Perspective of Primary Health Care in Nigeria
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In what year was the Basic Health Services Scheme introduced in Nigeria?

  • 1978
  • 1986
  • 1992
  • 1975 (correct)

    • What was the estimated population served by mobile clinics in each LGA?

  • 150,000 (correct)
  • 100,000
  • 250,000
  • 200,000

    • What was the goal of the second attempt at implementing PHC in Nigeria led by Professor Olukoye Rasome Kuti?

  • To establish the National Primary Health Care Development Agency
  • To implement the 8 components of PHC in 20 LGAs
  • To achieve 80% fully immunization coverage for under-five children (correct)
  • To develop model PHC in 100 LGAs

    • What was the status of PHC in the National Health Policy of 1988?

    <p>It was adopted as the cornerstone of the Nigerian health system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In how many LGAs was the model PHC implemented during the second attempt led by Professor Olukoye Rasome Kuti?

    <p>52 LGAs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the National Primary Health Care Development Agency established in Nigeria?

    <p>1992</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of health care facilities in Nigeria were PHC facilities in 2005?

    <p>85%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the Ward Minimum Health Care Package (WMHcp)?

    <p>To reduce morbidity and mortality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the philosophy of primary health care, what is the essence of productive life?

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

    What is the underlying principle of primary health care?

    <p>Health is a fundamental human right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of establishing primary health care?

    <p>To bring health closer to the people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis of the National Health Policy in Nigeria?

    <p>The World Health Assembly's resolution in 1978</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the first level of health care?

    <p>Meeting the needs and priorities of individuals, families and communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why primary health care units require support from referral services?

    <p>To cope with problems that are beyond the scope of peripheral units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of primary health care that ensures its availability to the whole community?

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

    What is the primary goal of primary health care?

    <p>To ensure that people receive at least the basic minimum health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concept that primary health care is developed with?

    <p>The concept of self-reliance and self-determination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the Alma Ata declaration made?

    <p>1978</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Federal Government in the healthcare system of Nigeria?

    <p>Coordinating the affairs of University Teaching hospitals and Federal Medical Centers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Local Government in the provision of health services in Nigeria?

    <p>Providing healthcare services at the grass root level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a role of the healthcare system in Nigeria?

    <p>Generating revenue for the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency?

    <p>Coordinating the Primary Health Care Centres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the three levels of healthcare system in Nigeria?

    <p>Primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate goal of a good healthcare system in Nigeria?

    <p>Delivering quality services to all people when and where they need them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following members must have at least a four-level certificate of education?

    <p>All members of HFDC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the District Development Committee?

    <p>Organize fundraising activities and liaise with government agencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who serves as the secretary of the LGA PHC Development Committee?

    <p>LGD/PHC Coordinator of health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the HFDC preparing work plans based on estimated expenditures?

    <p>To supervise and control the administration of funds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which committee is responsible for co-ordinating and supervising the activities of the village health committee?

    <p>District Development Committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of account must the HFDC open and operate at an approved bank?

    <p>Bank account</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of public health nursing?

    <p>Promoting and protecting the health of populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of public health nursing in terms of disease prevention?

    <p>Preventing disease and disability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of a public health nurse in terms of health promotion?

    <p>Promoting healthy lifestyles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main determinant of health status in public health nursing?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main era characterized by the use of traditional medicine in Nigeria?

    <p>Pre-colonial era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of public health nursing in terms of community health needs?

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

    What is the main focus of nurses in the past?

    <p>Sick people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who introduced the concept of essential drugs and expanded programme on Immunization in 300 hundred LGA?

    <p>Not specified in the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first Public Health nurse Tutor?

    <p>Ann Adeguroye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of public health nursing?

    <p>To prevent and control disease and disabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the concept of public health nursing start in Nigeria?

    <p>Early 1980s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was responsible for the first planned home visiting caring for the neglected children and visits to persons?

    <p>Sister Marie of the Assumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial role of nurses in PHC?

    <p>Recording patients' medical history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can dehydration in a child with diarrhea be combated in a community setting?

    <p>By preparing a sugar-salt solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential aspect of patient care in PHC?

    <p>Empowering and supporting patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of public health nursing?

    <p>Protecting and improving the health of communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of effective healthcare in PHC?

    <p>Inter-professional communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of assessing community health needs in PHC?

    <p>To secure health services relevant to the community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Primary Health Care in Nigeria

    • The Basic Health Services Scheme was introduced in Nigeria in 1985.
    • Each LGA served an estimated population of 500,000 with mobile clinics.
    • The second attempt at implementing PHC in Nigeria, led by Professor Olukoye Rasome Kuti, aimed to ensure access to essential healthcare services for all Nigerians.
    • In the National Health Policy of 1988, PHC was recognized as a crucial component of the healthcare system.
    • During the second attempt, the model PHC was implemented in 176 LGAs.
    • The National Primary Health Care Development Agency was established in Nigeria in 1992.

    Primary Health Care Philosophy and Goals

    • The primary goal of the Ward Minimum Health Care Package (WMHCP) is to provide essential healthcare services to the community.
    • According to the philosophy of primary health care, the essence of productive life is the highest attainable standard of health.
    • The underlying principle of primary health care is equity, ensuring access to healthcare for all.
    • The primary purpose of establishing primary health care is to provide essential healthcare services to the community.
    • The basis of the National Health Policy in Nigeria is the Alma Ata declaration of 1978.

    Healthcare System in Nigeria

    • The primary focus of the first level of health care is promotion of health, prevention of diseases, and provision of curative services.
    • Primary health care units require support from referral services to ensure continuity of care.
    • The key characteristic of primary health care is its availability to the whole community.
    • The primary goal of primary health care is to provide essential healthcare services to the community.
    • Primary health care is developed with the concept of comprehensive healthcare.
    • The Federal Government's primary role in the healthcare system is policy formulation and coordination.
    • The main focus of the Local Government in the provision of health services is implementation of PHC.
    • The primary function of the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency is to support the implementation of PHC.

    Healthcare Providers and Services

    • The District Development Committee is responsible for planning and coordination of healthcare services at the district level.
    • The LGA PHC Development Committee's secretary is usually the LGA Health Officer.
    • The HFDC prepares work plans based on estimated expenditures to ensure effective budgeting and resource allocation.
    • The LGA PHC Development Committee is responsible for coordinating and supervising the activities of the village health committee.
    • The HFDC must open and operate a special account at an approved bank for PHC activities.

    Public Health Nursing

    • The primary focus of public health nursing is disease prevention, health promotion, and community health needs assessment.
    • The goal of public health nursing is to prevent diseases, promote health, and improve community health outcomes.
    • Public health nurses play a crucial role in health promotion through education, advocacy, and community mobilization.
    • The main determinant of health status in public health nursing is the social and environmental factors.
    • The primary goal of public health nursing is to address community health needs and improve health outcomes.

    Historical Context of PHC in Nigeria

    • The concept of essential drugs and expanded programme on Immunization was introduced in 300 LGAs by Professor Olukoye Rasome Kuti.
    • Mrs. Awoyemi was the first Public Health nurse Tutor.
    • Public health nursing started in Nigeria in the 1950s.
    • Florence Nightingale was responsible for introducing the concept of public health nursing, including planned home visiting and caring for neglected children and persons.

    PHC in Communities

    • Nurses play a crucial role in PHC, focusing on health education, community mobilization, and disease prevention.
    • Dehydration in a child with diarrhea can be combated in a community setting through oral rehydration therapy.
    • An essential aspect of patient care in PHC is the provision of essential medicines and healthcare services.
    • The focus of public health nursing is community health needs assessment, disease prevention, and health promotion.
    • Effective healthcare in PHC requires collaboration between healthcare providers and the community.
    • The goal of assessing community health needs in PHC is to identify and address health priorities.

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    Learn about the origins of Primary Health Care (PHC) in Nigeria, from its international conference in Alma Alta, Russia to its implementation in the country. Discover the major attempts at creating a community-oriented health system in Nigeria.

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