Table 2 Operational definitions, types of data, and data sources for each construct in the modified conceptual framework
Construct | Operational definition | Type of data | Data source |
|---|---|---|---|
Adherence | |||
 Content | The core component of the aPS intervention was partner tracing defined as contact with male sex partners through phone call or physical tracing | Quantitative | Facility reports |
 Coverage | The number of individuals reached by aPS i.e., number of mentioned MSPs traced and notified | Quantitative | Facility reports |
 Frequency | The number of times providers attempted to contact partners by phone or physical tracing attempts | Quantitative | Facility reports |
 Duration | Time taken for the six tracing attempts as defined in the aPS protocol | Quantitative | Facility reports |
Moderators | |||
 Provider responsiveness | The extent to which HTS providers respond to, or are engaged by the aPS intervention | Qualitative | In-depth interviews |
 Facilitation strategies | Approaches to standardize and optimize fidelity to aPS, e.g., training, provision of manuals, monitoring, evaluation | Qualitative | In-depth interviews |
 Intervention complexity | Perceived clarity of the aPS protocol to the HTS providers | Qualitative | In-depth interviews |
 Quality of delivery | Degree to which aPS was delivered to achieve its intended purpose as assessed through direct observation | Not assessed due to COVID-19 social distancing restrictions | Not assessed |