06 - The target users are defined
The target users of the guideline are clearly defined.
User’s Manual Description:
The target users should be clearly defined in the guideline, so the reader can immediately determine if the guideline is relevant to them. For example, the target users for a guideline on low back pain may include general practitioners, neurologists, orthopaedic surgeons, rheumatologists, and physiotherapists.
Where to Look:
Examine the opening paragraphs/chapters for a description of the target users of the guideline. Examples of commonly labeled sections or chapters in a guideline where this information can be found include: target user and intended user.
How to Rate:
Item content includes the following CRITERIA:
- clear description of intended guideline audience (e.g. specialists, family physicians, patients, clinical or institutional leaders/administrators)
- description of how the guideline may be used by its target audience (e.g., to inform clinical decisions, to inform policy, to inform standards of care)
Additional CONSIDERATIONS:
- Is the item well written? Are the descriptions clear and concise?
- Is the item content easy to find in the guideline?
- Are the target users appropriate for the scope of the guideline?
Last modified by Gerritjan Koekkoek on 2024/04/17 13:07
Created by Gerritjan Koekkoek on 2024/04/17 13:07
