Table 2 Methods used to assess process of the intervention
Process aspects | Methods used |
|---|---|
Sampling quality | Procedure of recruitment, informed consent, and allocation; recruitment barriers and facilitators; reach (proportion participants/institutions) |
Intervention quality (rated by coach) | |
Protocol deviations; amount and intensity of contact with participant | Registration form (Additional file 2) |
Relevance for caregivers and professional coaches; usability in daily practice | 5-point rating scalea |
Advantages of the program; disadvantages/suggestions for improvement; recommendation to other professionals | Open-ended questions |
Intervention quality (rated by participant) | |
Number of online visits and time spent per module | Online system usage datab |
Compliance to the program | Ratio number of modules chosen/completed |
Clarity of the content; website ease of use; satisfaction with online aspect combined with face-to-face contact; satisfaction with personal coach and feedback; advantages of the program; disadvantages/suggestions for improvement; impact on understanding and knowledge; impact on caregiver self-esteem; recommendation to other caregivers | Semi-structured interview |