Table 2

Domains and their items used to construct the health post service availability and readiness

DomainItems
Basic amenitiesCommunication equipment
Access to adequate sanitation facilities for clients
Improved water source
Power supply
Basic equipmentInfant scale
Thermometer
Functional stethoscope
Mid-upper arm circumference tape measure
Standard precautionsSharps container
Chlorine bleach
Bucket for decontamination solution
Contaminated waste container
Soap and towel or hand rub
Alcohol-based hand rub
Clean gloves
DiagnosticsMalaria rapid diagnostic test
Essential medicinesVitamin A
Gentamycin
Amoxicillin susp/tab
Oral rehydration solution
Zinc
Coartem (artemether/lumefantrine)
Ready-to-use therapeutic food