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Table 5 Examples to demonstrate how coded data mapped into resulting attributes

From: Using Normalisation Process Theory (NPT) to develop an intervention to improve referral and uptake rates for self-management education for patients with type 2 diabetes in UK primary care

NPT constructs

Key influences on uptake of / referral to SSME programmes and/or key implementation processes

Attributes of an embedded SSME

Coherence

Stakeholders understand what the intervention is and are able to distinguish the intervention from other initiatives and from routine care

Practice staff awareness of what the intervention offers and does

Cognitive participation

Key individuals initiate and/or support the implementation

Employ clinical champions and community advocates

Collective Action

Sufficient resources and support are provided by the organisation in which the intervention is implemented

A strong commitment is needed from the practices and sites in terms of strategies, plans and processes to support and upskill staff

Reflexive Monitoring

Robust recording, auditing and evaluation processes are in place

Incorporates evaluation & auditing