Added value of public involvement | Prior to study commencing | Validating ideas |
---|---|---|
 |  | Input in regard to appropriate terminology |
 |  | Developing interventions |
 |  | Ensuring clarity/user friendliness of written information |
 |  | Ensuring appropriate outcomes |
 |  | Acceptability of data collection methods/tools |
 |  | Alerting to potential ethical/patient safety issues |
 |  | Advice regarding research processes such as recruitment/drop out/follow up |
 | During study | Ensuring research conducted with sensitivity/empathy |
 |  | Sharing experiences/emphasising value of individual experiences in study |
Planning/designing public involvement | Prior to study commencing | Recruitment to public involvement event |
 |  | Timing |
 |  | Venue |
 |  | Training/support |
 |  | Payment |
 |  | Format of sessions |
 |  | Facilitation skills |
 | During study | Training/support |
 |  | Recruitment to study advisory groups |
 |  | Payment |
 |  | Contacting members |
 |  | Commitment/burden |
 | After study | Feedback to members on outcome/findings |
Role of public members | Prior to study commencing | Proposal development |
 |  | Co-applicant |
 |  | Feedback on accessibility of language |
 | Intended during study | Advice |
 |  | Public panel |
 |  | Project steering group/management panel |
 |  | Scrutinise conduct of research |
 |  | As patient interviewers |
 |  | Involvement in analysis and interpretation |
 |  | Review of documentation to be used |
 |  | Assist with ethical approval documentation |
 |  | Consult regarding any issues regarding recruitment/involvement |
 |  | Help with any developing or evolving issues |
 | Intended after study | Assist with dissemination |
 |  | Assisting with writing up findings |
 |  | Assist with translation into practice |
Valuing public member contributions | Recognising expertise of members | Â |
 | Feeding back |  |
 | Value for public members |  |