Table 2 Initial framework of guideline implementability
From: How can we improve guideline use? A conceptual framework of implementability
Domain | Definition |
|---|---|
Adaptability | The guideline is available in a variety of versions for different users or purposes. |
Usability | Content is presented, organized, or formatted to enhance the ease with which the guideline can be employed. |
Validity | Evidence is summarized and presented such that its quantity and quality are apparent, and it can be easily reviewed, understood, and interpreted. |
Applicability | Contextual or supplementary clinical information is provided by which to interpret and apply the recommendations for individual patients. |
Communicability | Information is included to support discussions with patients, or patient involvement in decision making. |
Accommodation | Costs, resources, competencies and training, technical specifications, and anticipated impact required to accommodate use are identified. |
Implementation | Strategies for identifying barriers of use, and selecting, planning, and applying promotional strategies are described. |
Evaluation | Performance measures for audit or monitoring are included. |