1 Obtain a copy of a health service specification. Review it with the following points in mind: How adequate is the description of services? Does it link to the strategic objectives of the...

1 Obtain a copy of a health service specification. Review it with the following points in mind: How adequate is the description of services? Does it link to the strategic objectives of the commissioning body? Is the service’s activity described in relation to inputs, outputs or outcomes? Will data be available with which to monitor whether the service is being delivered? Generally, do you feel this specification provides a satisfactory basis for a contract?