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. 2019 Jan;109(Suppl 1):S94–S101. doi: 10.2105/AJPH.2018.304915
Criterion Definition Examples
Acceptability Compatibility of EBI content, approach, and theoretical model with culture, language, beliefs, and ecological context of population Is the EBI suitable for the population in terms of culture, language, literacy level, and content?
Is the EBI sensitive to the values and illness or wellness experiences of the population?
Practicality Appropriateness of EBI in terms of participant effort required and convenience; fit with participants’ life demands Is the effort required to participate reasonable?
What core EBI elements are important to retain?
Can any EBI elements be shortened or omitted?
Feasibility Appropriateness of EBI in terms of practitioner effort and skills required to deliver program; feasibility of delivery modes and formats Can the EBI be delivered by community health workers or other peer professionals instead of health care professionals?
Is a group or individual format more feasible?
Are in-person, electronic, or written formats most appropriate or can they be combined?
Is the cost to deliver the program reasonable?
Integrability Congruence of EBI with organization or system philosophy, mission, culture, and practices Does the EBI help advance the mission of the organization?
Does the EBI provide added value to the system’s programmatic efforts?
Is the EBI compatible with the organizational culture of the setting?
Can the EBI be combined with or embedded within other services or programs?