Table 2 Frequency of code usage
Code name | Times code used | Code definition [15] | Illustrative quotation |
|---|---|---|---|
Relative advantage (benefit) | 67 | Degree to which an innovation is perceived as better than the idea it supersedes. | “You either determine to do this kind of screening and you would have your own system to make sure this follow-up or basically this is not something high priority in your practice”. |
Complexity | 26 | Degree to which an innovation is perceived as difficult to understand and use. | “After you try it a few times you find it’s difficult; it’s just not worthwhile.” |
Compatibility | 22 | Degree to which an innovation is perceived as being consistent with the existing values, past experiences, and needs of potential adopters. | “It’s odd if you go see a doctor and then you mention you thought of cervical screening. Will she think I’m trying to get more money from her? |
Trialability | 5 | Degree to which an innovation may be experimented with on a limited basis. | “Actually I signed up but never used it.” |
Observability | 8 | Degree to which the results of an innovation are visible to others. | “If someone was already using the system and they are very excited about it and they are telling me how the system has been able to help their patient care.” |