Evaluation of Laboratory Logistics Management Information System in HIV/AIDS Comprehensive Health Facilities in Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Journal Title: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
This study was a facility based cross-sectional descriptive study to assess the status of laboratory logistics management information system for HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities in HIV/AIDS comprehensive health facilities in Bayelsa state. Quantitative data collection methods were employed with interviews for persons responsible for managing laboratory commodities at the study facilities using structured questionnaire. There was also review of stock keeping records and observation of physical inventory of HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities available at the time of visit to the facilities. This study found the existence of a well-designed and effective LMIS for HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities in the 17 facilities assessed, with established inventory control procedures and standard LMIS forms for managing and reporting of commodities. The identified constraints of LMIS implementation for HIV/AIDS commodities include lack of standard operating procedure to guide implementation of LMIS, deterioration of commodities due to poor power supply, lack of computers and internet for electronic LMIS implementation. The factors that constrain implementation of LMIS of HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities in the facilities assessed include lack of training for some laboratory personnel involved in LMIS, inadequate supply from SCMS during resupply cycle, long lead time and inadequate space for laboratory store. Even though the use of stock cards was in practice in all the facilities assessed, there was poor documentation in some. There was a high amount of expired laboratory commodities in the facilities while some key HIV/AIDS monitoring laboratory commodities were stock out at some facilities. Based on findings, the supply of standard operating procedure on LMIS to all health facilities is recommended. There also the need to put in place effective and efficient mechanisms for redistribution of surplus commodities from facilities that have large quantities to those with low stock to prevent large expiries.
Authors and Affiliations
Ughweroghene Kingston Omo-Emmanuel1*, Ochei Kingsley Chinedum2 , Obeagu Emmanuel I. 3 , Odo Michael 2 and Olubunmi Negedu-Momoh2
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- DOI 10.22192/ijcrms.2017.03.01.004
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