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Table 2 Largest estimated services gaps in Chibombo

From: Pilot-testing service-based planning for health care in rural Zambia

Service

Estimated number of times service is required/week

Estimated number of times service can be provided/week

Estimated gap

Interpret the results of history, physical exam, chest x-ray, and lab tests, leading to a diagnosis

4 732

81

-4 651

Screen for eligibility for antiretroviral treatment/prophylaxis

4 732

111

-4 621

Perform a physical examination

4 732

132

-4 600

Obtain consent for antiretroviral treatment/prophylaxis

4 732

132

-4 600

Take a screening history of the chief complaint and relevant aspects of past medical history, current medications, etc.

4 732

152

-4 580