Lecture 2

Question 1

List the data collection challenges

Answer 1

•missing patient data
•incomplete patient data
•incomplete patient files
•loss of patient files
•not up to date HMIS
•poor quality data overall
•non-coverage of some equally important public health indicators

Question 2

What are the causes of data collection challenges?

Answer 2

•context of data collection
•not core to business function
•complexity
•lack of training
•lack of quality assurance processes
•economic and IT restrictions

Question 3

What is the other name for tally sheet?

Answer 3

Check Sheet

Question 4

What does the principle of decentralization focus on?

Answer 4

Focuses on adapting health information systems to local needs.