Table 1 Dimensions and research questions assessed in the process evaluation of the intersec-CM study
Dimensions of the intervention | Research questions | Data source |
|---|---|---|
1. Outcomes | Which of the effects on primary and secondary outcomes were statistically significant? | Trial data |
2. Implementation/satisfaction | Which expectations and attitudes do patients and stakeholders have with respect to the trial? Which problems occurred during the intervention? Was the intervention delivered as intended to the patients? How is the intervention accepted? Are some intervention components more accepted than others? | Interviews |
3. Transfer into routine care/feasibility | In which way is a transfer of the intervention into routine care possible? What are the enablers and barriers to implement the performed Care Management in routine care? | Interviews |
4. Assignment of responsibilities and tasks; clinical intervention pathways | How is the intervention conducted? How are responsibilities and tasks distributed and assigned? Which actor fulfils which tasks? Are there typical pathways during the interventions? | Interviews, trial data |
5. Qualification and qualification requirements | What qualification is needed to conduct the intervention and to actively support the transition process? | Interviews, questionnaire |
6. Context factors | Are there any differences between the two centres? Are there contextual/environmental factors which have the potential to acceptability and/or influence the implementation? | Interviews, questionnaire |