Functions of MOH - PPPHC

Question 1

What is Primary Health Care (PHC)?

Answer 1

PHC is essential health care based on scientifically sound methods and made universally accessible at an affordable cost.

Question 2

What are the key principles of PHC?

Answer 2

Community participation, accessibility, intersectoral collaboration, appropriate technology, and equity.

Question 3

What is Universal Health Coverage (UHC)?

Answer 3

UHC ensures all people can access quality health services without financial hardship.

Question 4

When was the National Basic Health Services Scheme (NBHSS) introduced in Nigeria?

Answer 4

1975–1980.

Question 5

Who was the Nigerian Minister of Health that expanded PHC across local governments?

Answer 5

Prof. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti.

Question 6

What was the significance of the Alma Ata Declaration of 1978?

Answer 6

It set the foundation for PHC as the core of global health policies.

Question 7

When was the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) established?

Answer 7

1992

Question 8

What is the role of the Medical Officer of Health (MOH)?

Answer 8

A medical doctor with a Masters in Public Health who oversees PHC implementation at the local government level.

Question 9

What are the two main functions of the Medical Officer of Health?

Answer 9

Technical functions and administrative functions.

Question 10

Name three technical functions of the Medical Officer of Health.

Answer 10

Disease control, environmental health assessment, public health emergency leadership.

Question 11

Name three administrative functions of the Medical Officer of Health.

Answer 11

Staff welfare, program planning, budget management.

Question 12

What is the Local Government Health Authority (LGHA)?

Answer 12

The governing body that oversees PHC at the local level.

Question 13

Who chairs the Local Government Health Authority (LGHA)?

Answer 13

A qualified medical/health practitioner with at least 10 years of experience.

Question 14

What is the role of the Ward Health Committee?

Answer 14

To involve the community in PHC decision-making.

Question 15

What is the role of the Facility Management Committee in PHC?

Answer 15

Oversees operational management of PHC facilities.

Question 16

What are the funding sources for the Primary Health Care system?

Answer 16

Government funding, donor funding, health insurance, private funding, internally generated revenue.

Question 17

What is the purpose of the PHC accounting system?

Answer 17

To maintain systematic financial records for PHC facilities.

Question 18

What are the two main components of PHC accounting?

Answer 18

Financial accounting and managerial accounting.

Question 19

What is the role of pre-payment inspection in PHC financial management?

Answer 19

Ensures proper fund utilization before implementation.

Question 20

What are the key steps in PHC financial management?

Answer 20

Proposal writing, approval, pre-payment inspection, implementation, auditing.

Question 21

What are the challenges in implementing PHC at the grassroots level?

Answer 21

Lack of funding, policy inconsistencies, weak community involvement.

Question 22

How does PHC contribute to achieving Universal Health Coverage?

Answer 22

By ensuring essential health services reach all communities.

Question 23

What was one major achievement of Prof. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti in PHC development?

Answer 23

Expanded PHC to all local governments and introduced universal child immunization.

Question 24

What is the significance of immunization in PHC?

Answer 24

Prevents major infectious diseases and promotes child survival.

Question 25

How does community participation strengthen PHC?

Answer 25

Encourages ownership, sustainability, and accountability in PHC programs.