| What medical facilities are available in the state for treating ischemic stroke? | two tertiary care hospitals with neurologists | The state suffers from extreme climate conditions, as it is one of the thirteen mountainous States of India with 90% of its population living in villages. There are two tertiary care hospitals with neurologists. For treating ischemic stroke, the simplest and most effective method is thrombolysis. | 165 | definition | 1.000 | There are two tertiary care hospitals with neurologists. | 52 | page=52,ocr=1 | 0.850 | valid |
| What is the purpose of using social networking sites like WhatsApp in the context of neurologists? | used for transmitting CT-scan images to neurologists for consultation | Neurologists at the hub are available 24x7 via phone, WhatsApp, and Skype to guide doctors at the spoke centers. Social networking sites like WhatsApp are used for transmitting CT-scan images to neurologists for consultation. A mobile app has been developed to make the project IT-enabled for wider reach. | 155 | definition | 1.000 | Social networking sites like WhatsApp are used for transmitting CT-scan images to neurologists for consultation. | 53 | page=53,ocr=1 | 0.850 | valid |
| What is the purpose of essential diagnostic tests performed at regular intervals? | performed at regular intervals to provide comprehensive healthcare to the patients | Meanwhile, the district and state TB cell ensured rigorous monitoring of the entire process, conducting regular health condition assessments and maintaining the consistency of treatment regimens. Essential diagnostic tests were performed at regular intervals to provide comprehensive healthcare to the patients. | 228 | definition | 1.000 | Essential diagnostic tests were performed at regular intervals to provide comprehensive healthcare to the patients. | 104 | page=104,ocr=1 | 0.850 | valid |
| What system is now used to monitor tobacco use in the state? | carried out in the state till 2017 and now we have a digital monitoring system called E-Health card to monitor tobacco use | Further Free Panchyats' reward scheme has been announced by the Chief Minister where Rs 5 lakh rupees are to be awarded to a Panchayat on achieving Tobacco Free Status. Regular compliance assessments were carried out in the state till 2017 and now we have a digital monitoring system called E-Health card to monitor tobacco use. | 205 | definition | 1.000 | Regular compliance assessments were carried out in the state till 2017 and now we have a digital monitoring system called E-Health card to monitor tobacco use. | 150 | page=150,ocr=1 | 0.850 | valid |
| What is the purpose of extensive micro-planning in the Mass Drug Administration program? | it helps identify hotspots, at-risk areas, and low-coverage regions while incorporating demographic data, human resources, training, communication strategies, and logistical planning to ensure smooth execution. | PROBLEM STATEMENT Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) remains a major public health challenge in India, including Odisha, with elimination targets missed in both 2015 and 2021 and a new goal set for 2027. The success of the Elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis (ELF) program hinges on the effective implementation of Mass Drug Administration (MDA), which requires high compliance, ensuring eligible populations take the prescribed drugs. Extensive micro-planning is crucial for MDA implementation, as it helps identify hotspots, at-risk areas, and low-coverage regions while incorporating demographic data, human resources, training, communication strategies, and logistical planning to ensure smooth execution. | 490 | definition | 1.000 | Extensive micro-planning is crucial for MDA implementation, as it helps identify hotspots, at-risk areas, and low-coverage regions while incorporating demographic data, human resources, training, communication strategies, and logistical planning to ensure smooth execution. | 15 |
| How was the success of the training program evaluated? | in terms of improvements in the post test scores of CHOs after each round of training. | PROGRAM OUTCOME The effectiveness of training was measured in terms of improvements in the post test scores of CHOs after each round of training. The analysis of pre and post test scores shows the significant improvement in their learnings, with scores improving by approximately | 7% for the CHOs. This shows the effectiveness of training approach and design. On an average post test scores were improved by one third from the baseline FINANCIAL IMPLICATION This training activity and budget is approved under HSS section of NHM PIP The budget approved per CHO is Rs. 8,000/-. SHCR conducts the low-cost trainings and usually conduct trainings at government venues with lower expenses. The amount saved is again used for planning another round of CHO trainings. Since the initiative utilizes NHM resources, it incurs no additional costs and follows a sustainable, annually repeating training cycle. | 59 | definition | 1.000 | PROGRAM OUTCOME The effectiveness of training was measured in terms of improvements in the post test scores of CHOs after each round of training. The analysis of pre and post test scores shows the significant improvement in their learnings, with scores improving by approximately | 7% for the CHOs. |
| What features make the training model in Chhattisgarh both flexible and expandable? | simple and requires a one-time investment in terms of resources. | SCALABILITY The innovative training model in Chhattisgarh exhibits characteristics that make it adaptable and scalable. This | innovation is simple and requires a one-time investment in terms of resources. Once the training module and lecture video are ready, they can be easily scaled up to any state and Since STP training is an approved line item in the NHM-PIP of all states, it does not have any additional cost implications. | 141 | definition | 1.000 | This | innovation is simple and requires a one-time investment in terms of resources. Once the training module and lecture video are ready, they can be easily scaled up to any state and Since STP training is an approved line item in the NHM-PIP of all states, it does not have any additional cost implications. | 20 | page=20,ocr=1 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the role of the Andhra Pradesh Medical Recruitment Board? | recruiting personnel to health facilities | development is crucial for achieving universal health coverage and meeting global health goals. Addressing this issue requires strategic planning, education, and retention efforts to build a robust, responsive, and resilient healthcare workforce. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Government of AP has taken up a program to fill up all the vacancies in health facilities on mission mode since June 2020. Under this initiative, a dedicated body named the “Andhra Pradesh Medical Recruitment Board” was established exclusively for recruiting personnel to health facilities. The recruitment drive has been further extended by the way of conducting walk-in-interviews; delegation to district administration; and flexi pay to work in health facilities in remote and tribal areas. It includes additional allowance on basic pay to specialists and additional pay to general duty doctors working in tribal areas. | 515 | definition | 1.000 | Under this initiative, a dedicated body named the “Andhra Pradesh Medical Recruitment Board” was established exclusively for recruiting personnel to health facilities. | 22 | page=22,ocr=1 | 0.700 |
| What is the significance of the golden hour in neonatal care? | delays in intervention can result in complications, increased mortality, and financial burden for families | treatment and increased risks during transit. To bridge this gap, the scheme leverages the Emergency COVID Response Package (ECRP) fund, which has also been strategically allocated for paediatric care to strengthen neonatal interventions. The golden hour for neonatal care is crucial, and delays in intervention can result in complications, increased mortality, and financial burden for families, who may seek costly private healthcare options. To address these challenges, a Hub-and-Spoke model has been introduced, with the State Centre of Excellence for Newborns at Niloufer Hospital providing real-time guidance, training, and support to peripheral SNCUs. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The State Centre of Excellence for Newborns at Niloufer Hospital follows a Hub-and- Spoke model to strengthen neonatal care across peripheral Special Newborn Care Units (SNCUs) in Telangana. | 289 | definition | 1.000 | The golden hour for neonatal care is crucial, and delays in intervention can result in complications, increased mortality, and financial burden for families, who may seek costly private healthcare options. | 30 |
| What system allows for same-day viral load estimation and baseline investigations within 48 hours? | A single-window, single-venepuncture blood collection system | referred for treatment, while HBsAg- positive inmates were directly linked to care. To ensure continuity post-release, inmate contact details were shared with District Nodal Officers. To reduce delays in treatment initiation, Point-of-Care (PoC) Viral Load testing using Truenat PCR technology was introduced in select correctional homes from May 2024, eliminating delays in sample processing and reporting. A single-window, single-venepuncture blood collection system enabled same-day viral load estimation and baseline investigations within 48 hours at nearby medical colleges. Other key improvements included universal real-time screening, capacity-building for prison health staff, improved tracking of under-trial inmates, and enabling major correctional homes to continue in-house treatment. | 408 | definition | 1.000 | To reduce delays in treatment initiation, Point-of-Care (PoC) Viral Load testing using Truenat PCR technology was introduced in select correctional homes from May 2024, eliminating delays in sample processing and reporting. A single-window, single-venepuncture blood collection system enabled same-day viral load estimation and baseline investigations within 48 hours at nearby medical colleges. |