Table 2 Identifying key uncertainties to address in the process evaluation for each component of the sensory support intervention
Sensory support intervention component | Key uncertainty to address |
|---|---|
Correct visual/auditory impairment | Is vision/hearing impairment actually corrected? |
Training in correct use of hearing aid/glasses | How well are the devices used by the PwD? |
Communication training | Is the companion utilising the techniques? |
Home-based functional assessment | What are the types and extent of functional impairment identified by the sensory support therapist? |
Referral to health and social care services | What types of services are available at each site? How many referrals were made and actioned? |
Provision of supplementary sensory devices in the home environment | How many of these were supplied and how often and effectively were they used? |
Referral to social/hobby/interest activities | How many referrals were made and actioned? |
Individualised goal setting | What is the number and types of goals set with the participant? How many goals were achieved? What is the level of apathy present (ascertained only after final assessment data collected? |