Assessing the strength and integrity of an intervention

Oncology Nursing Forum
Patricia A BrandtSusan Casey

Abstract

To evaluate the strength and integrity of a pilot behavioral intervention designed to assist mothers with breast cancer and their children. A single-group analysis of the strength and integrity characteristics of an intervention developed for a pilot research study. Homes of study participants in an urban area. Seven households with a mother and father and one household with a single mother. Observer-reported checklists, audiorecorded intervention session data, and structured interview data obtained from study participants. Strength of the intervention included dimensions such as the theoretical foundation, competence of the interventionist, and specificity to the breast cancer experience in the family. Intervention integrity consisted of adherence by the interventionist and participants to the intervention plan. The strength of the intervention was determined to be an asset. Careful planning had included a framework, a defined set of scripted sessions, a competent interventionist, and content specific to the breast cancer experience. In regard to integrity, the protocol content was delivered as scripted. Improvements in the dosage and purity dimensions were found to be needed. Homework assignments and in-session skill-building...Continue Reading

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