Clinical Assurance Scorecard Family Planning (FP) Post-Abortion Care (PAC)
Overview
Organization | Save the Children |
Methodology | Assessment Tool (observation and interview) |
Description | This scorecard is used to measure the quality of clinical care in the area of family planning/post- abortion care. The tool utilizes the quality measurements in the following categories:
It utilizes a basic scoring technique that gives an overall score and ultimately allows facilities to identify areas for improvement. When the rating is made in the specific categories, the assessment score is automatically calculated for the user, making this assessment tool easy to use. |
Appropriate use | To be used in health facilities where family planning and post-abortion care services are being offered. |
Preparations | Limited preparation |
Key outputs/ outcomes | Identification of gaps and areas for improvement, resulting in safer, more effective, caring, responsive and well-led quality services in the area of family planning and post abortion care. |
Technical Requirements | High: The observations require an assessor with a high level of technical knowledge in the area of family planning and post-abortion care. Medical staff required (nurse, midwife, doctor). |
Resource Requirements (budget) | Human resources |
Electronic Equipment Required | This Excel tool utilizes dropdown menus for multiple choice questions and requires a laptop or tablet to administer. |
Training requirements | Limited training is required. The assessor will need to be familiar with the tool. |
Languages | English |
Format | Excel |