Briefly describe one community health problem from your community’s health improvement plan. What structure, process, and outcome standards would you use to evaluate a program addressing this problem?
Community health problem from your community’s health improvement plan
Sample Answer
Community Health Problem: High prevalence of Malaria in Kisumu County.
Malaria remains a significant public health burden in Kisumu County, leading to high morbidity and mortality, especially among young children and pregnant women. It strains the healthcare system and contributes to economic losses due to lost productivity.
To evaluate a program addressing this problem (e.g., a "Malaria Control and Prevention Program"), here's how we might define structure, process, and outcome standards:
Evaluation Standards for a Malaria Control and Prevention Program in Kisumu County
1. Structure Standards:
These standards focus on the resources and organizational setup required to deliver the program.
Availability of Resources:
Staffing: 100% of community health units (CHUs) in the target areas have at least 2 trained Community Health Volunteers (CHVs) focused on malaria prevention, as per national guidelines.