Table 1 Perception scores on the functioning of DHS governance structures
Item (N = 93) | Min | Max | Mean (SD) |
|---|---|---|---|
Overall perception score for functioning | 2.2 | 5.7 | 4.5 (0.7) |
Schedule of meetings received for the year | 1 | 7 | 5.6 (1.7) |
Agenda for meetings clear | 1 | 7 | 5.3 (1.5) |
Meetings start on time | 1 | 7 | 4.4 (1.8) |
Receive documents for meeting timeously | 1 | 7 | 4.7 (1.8) |
Decisions are taken at every meeting | 1 | 7 | 5.0 (1.5) |
Council/Committee decisions are transparent | 1 | 7 | 5.4 (1.3) |
Council/Committee follows up on recommendations made in previous meetings | 1 | 7 | 5.0 (1.6) |
Clear on role on the council/committee | 1 | 7 | 5.9 (1.0) |
Clear on role of sub-committees | 1 | 7 | 5.0 (1.3) |
Received orientation on DHS | 1 | 7 | 3.8 (2.1) |
Personally understand discussions about DHS | 1 | 7 | 6.0 (1.0) |
Participate actively in meetings | 1 | 7 | 5.9 (0.9) |
Have access to facts that guide decision making at every meeting | 1 | 7 | 5.1 (1.5) |
Regularly review data on DHS performance | 1 | 7 | 4.7 (1.9) |
Health outcomes for the district discussed at council/committee meetings | 1 | 7 | 5.1 (1.6) |
Member perceives hospital boards are important to the DHS | 1 | 7 | 5.7 (1.1) |