systems. These areas can be developed, tested and replicated in many other dispensaries
and health centres in the country.
Review questions
- Shortages of human resources for health are critical in health services provision.
However, the problem seems to be out of control. Discuss. - Employers of human resources in the health sector have a responsibility to
ensure that healthcare workers are motivated. Examine strategies that may be
used by employers to motivate staff in health service provision. - Some observers feel that human resource for healthcare should be decentralised
to local authorities. However, some others prefer centralisation. Comment.
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