Table 3 Overview of methods to assess feasibility, acceptability and perceived effectiveness of the EPHECT intervention
MEASURES | METHOD | INDICATORS |
|---|---|---|
Feasibility study procedures | Logbooks researcher & data nurse Electronic patient file | Inclusion procedure Drop out & time of death Questionnaires • Missings • Responses at baseline and follow-up |
Feasibility & acceptability intervention | Quantitative: • Logbooks Omega • Record of time spent on topics of the semi-structured guide in electronic patient file • Record of interprofessional contact in electronic patient file Qualitative: • Interviews with patients and family caregivers, GPs and oncologists • Focus group with PHC team | Quantitative: • Amount and content of visits • Time spent on topics of the semi-structured guide • Interprofessional contact Qualitative: • Acceptability of the intervention components • Suggestions for improvement |
Preliminary and perceived effectiveness | Quantitative: • Questionnaires filled in by patients and family caregivers at baseline and follow-up at 12, 18 and 24 weeks Qualitative: • Interviews with patients and family caregivers | Quantitative: • Patient o Quality of life (EORTC QLQ C-30) o Mood (HADS) o Disease insight • Family caregiver o Satisfaction with care (FAMCARE) o Mood (HADS) o Disease insight Qualitative: • Patients’ and family caregivers’ perceived effects of the EPHECT intervention |