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Table 1 Implementation support by study arm

From: Lessons learned about the effective operationalization of champions as an implementation strategy: results from a qualitative process evaluation of a pragmatic trial

Expert recommendations for implementing change (ERIC) implementation strategy

Arm 1

Arm 2

Arm 3

Low-intensity support (n = 9 clinics)

Medium-intensity support (n = 11 clinics)

High-intensity support (n = 9 clinics)

Identify and prepare champions

- One or more study implementers to lead implementation activities and liaise with the study team

x

x

x

Develop and distribute educational materials

- Implementation toolkit covering how to use CVD bundle components and tips on practice change

x

x

x

Conduct ongoing trainings

- Annual webinars on the CVD bundle

x

x

x

Conduct educational meetings/use train the trainer strategies

- 2-day, in-person training focused on the use of the CVD bundle and implementation toolkit

 

x

x

Conduct ongoing trainings

- Quarterly webinars with content based on training needs

 

x

x

Facilitation

- Ongoing practice facilitation from an implementation specialist

  

x