Management Process & Health Sector Reform

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Which of the following phases does the action of achieving end goals in FOURmula ONE for Health fall into?

Controlling

Organizing

Planning (correct)

Directing

Which of the following is NOT a goal of FOURmula ONE for Health?

More responsive health systems

Better health outcomes

Higher healthcare costs (correct)

Equitable health care financing

What type of supervisory skill must Nurse Kaye possess to foster harmonious relationships?

Technical skills

Human relations skills (correct)

Administrative skills

Decision making skills

To analyze information and make decisions effectively, which supervisory skill should Nurse Kaye develop?

Analytical skills Signup and view all the answers

The devolution of health services to Local Government Units (LGUs) is emphasized in which of the following?

RA 7160 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key ingredient for successful community-based health initiatives according to Nurse Shape?

Sufficient funding Signup and view all the answers

Which skill does Nurse Joei depend on to understand how to align health services with community needs?

Analytical skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of FOURmula ONE for Health?

Achieving better health outcomes Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the management process does forecasting and projecting likely future occurrences fall under?

Planning Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Department of Health (DOH)?

National Objectives for Health Signup and view all the answers

What tool does Nurse Kaye utilize to evaluate actual performance against desired outcomes?

Performance appraisal Signup and view all the answers

What framework does the Health Sector Reform Agenda (HSRA) implement through a sector-wide approach?

Primary Health Care Signup and view all the answers

What managerial function is primarily focused on guiding and supervising a team in a health unit?

Directing Signup and view all the answers

In which management phase does Nurse Kaye assess whether she is on track to achieve objectives?

Controlling Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of planning within the management process?

Resource allocation Signup and view all the answers

How does the Health Sector Reform Agenda ensure sustainability in health care?

Through sector-wide collaboration Signup and view all the answers

Which principle of organization is being applied when Nurse Kaye assembles a team for health programs?

Coordination Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is essential for organizational effectiveness in health programs?

Strong support and guidance from local governments Signup and view all the answers

What role does Nurse Joei perform in the control of communicable diseases?

Enabler and Capacity Builder Signup and view all the answers

Which role does Nurse Shape perform when focused on preventing and controlling non-communicable diseases?

Health Advocate Signup and view all the answers

In a health program, what is the primary purpose of involving community leaders?

To gain community trust and participation Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical element for effective decision-making in health program management?

Incorporating evidence-based practices Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT a key component of multi-sectoral collaboration in health programs?

Focus on a single health issue Signup and view all the answers

When dealing with an epidemic, what is a vital action for the Department of Health (DOH)?

To provide emergency health response services Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Management Process and Skills

The management process involves planning, organizing, directing, and controlling.
Planning involves forecasting and projecting future events.
Directing involves motivating and guiding teams.
Controlling involves evaluating performance compared to desired output.
Technical skills are essential for analyzing information and making decisions.
Human relations skills are important for building harmonious relationships and fostering teamwork.
Administrative skills are needed for coordinating and managing organizational resources.
Decision making skills involve problem-solving and critical thinking.

Health Sector Reform Agenda

The Health Sector Reform Agenda (HSRA) is the overriding goal of the Department of Health (DOH).
The HSRA's framework is based on a sector-wide approach implementing critical interventions.
FOURmula ONE for Health is the overarching philosophy of HSRA and focuses on achieving the following goals:
- Better health outcomes
- More responsive health systems
- Equitable health care financing
- Good governance
The Inter Local Health System (ILHS) is a framework for implementing the HSRA.
The devolution of health services from the national level to LGUs is emphasized in the Local Government Code (RA 7160).
EO 102 focuses on community-based health initiatives.

Community Based Approach

Key ingredients for successful community-based initiatives include:
- Active community participation
- Multi-sectoral collaboration
- Strong support from local governments and technical experts
- Involvement of community leaders, committees, and other groups

Roles of a Public Health Nurse

Public health nurses have various roles in preventing and controlling non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Health Advocate: Promoting health and reducing behavior-induced disease
Health Educator: Providing information and education about healthy behaviors
Enabler and Capacity Builder: Empowering communities to improve their health
Community Organizer: Mobilizing community members to address health issues
Administrator of Specific Services: Managing and delivering health services
Health Trainer: Providing training and education to health workers
Leader in Health: Guiding and leading health initiatives

Department of Health Roles

The Department of Health (DOH) plays a vital role in health emergency response services.
The DOH is involved in controlling communicable diseases and responding to epidemic and widespread public danger.

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Description

This quiz covers key concepts related to the management process, including planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. It also explores the Health Sector Reform Agenda and its significance in the healthcare framework. Test your knowledge on essential management skills and health sector strategies.