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Table 2 Examples of preliminary patient performance objectives

From: Using intervention mapping to develop an occupational advice intervention to aid return to work following hip and knee replacement in the United Kingdom

Patient performance objective

Stage in pathway

Unresolved questions from Step 1

Patient is provided with advice and information about recovery and RTW

Following first clinic appointment/listing

What information is important? How and when will the information be delivered?

Patient identifies and prioritises potential barriers and solutions to a safe and appropriate RTW

Prior to surgery

How will patients do this? Will they do this with their employer? What skills will we need to equip them with?

Patient seeks help and support regarding RTW as required postoperatively

Following surgery

How do we facilitate this? What is the mechanism for support?