Table 1.
External validity of eligible carers who consented to the trial compared with those who were not randomised
| Characteristics | No (%) of eligible carers | |
|---|---|---|
| Not randomised (n=190) | Randomised (n=260) | |
| Male carers | 56 (29) | 82 (32) |
| Male recipients of care | 75 (39) | 108 (42) |
| Carers relationship to recipient of care: | ||
| Spouse or partner | 65 (34) | 109 (42) |
| Child | 90 (47) | 113 (44) |
| Friend | 8 (4) | 6 (2) |
| Daughter’s or son’s partner | 4 (2) | 12 (5) |
| Nephew or niece | 8 (4) | 8 (3) |
| Grandchild | 4 (2) | 6 (2) |
| Sibling | 5 (3) | 4 (2) |
| Other | 6 (3) | 2 (1) |