Table 1 The study period according to SPIRIT figure
Description | Study period | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
T0 (3 months) | T1 (3 months) | T2 (3 months) | T3 (3 months) | |
Phase 1: Define baseline practice (interviews/ focus groups). | ✓ | |||
Phase 1: Define baseline practice (audit of patients’ medical records). | ✓ | |||
Phase 2: Design the training program and finalise the care plan for low grip strength. | ✓ | |||
Phase 2: Train staff on measuring grip strength and on the use of the care plan. | ✓ | |||
Phase 2: Routine implementation of grip strength measurement. | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Phase 3: Assess outcomes of routine grip strength implementation (coverage). | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Phase 3: Assess outcomes of routine grip strength implementation (Patients’ acceptability). | ✓ | |||
Phase 3: Assess outcomes of routine grip strength implementation (staff acceptability and adoption). | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Data analysis and dissemination. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |