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Table 4 Missing and new elements of facilitation in relation to facilitation as described in the literature

From: Following a natural experiment of guideline adaptation and early implementation: a mixed-methods study of facilitation

Activities for which no documented evidence was found in the case-audit data of being performed by recognized facilitators

New activities identified as performed by recognized facilitators

Interpreting baseline data and providing feedback/insight into performance gaps

Creating an open, supportive, and trusting environment conducive to change

Linking evidence implementation to patient outcomes

Acknowledging success, recognizing and celebrating achievements

Displaying and generating enthusiasm at the start of the project

Thinking ahead in the process

Taking on specific tasks

Being available as needed

Ensuring group remains on task and things are not missed