Table 1 Criteria developed to measure self-reported guideline adherence

Exercise guideline adherence

Full adherence when:

a. Clinician checklist explicitly references a discussion about current physical activity levels

b. Specific needs and barriers to physical activity are identified

c. Treatments/strategies recommended are clinically indicated based on needs/barriers

d. A written treatment plan for physical activity or exercise is provided to the person with dementia

Occupational therapy guideline adherence

Full adherence when:

a. Home environment assessment has occurred (where applicable)

b. Clinician checklist explicitly references identification of primary concern/s of a person with dementia and care partner

c. A written treatment plan to address the needs of a person with dementia and care partner or give specific advice about suitable activities (that are tailored, of interest, and match capabilities) is provided

Care partner support guideline adherence

Full adherence when:

a. Clinician checklist explicitly references that the needs of the care partner have been discussed during the consultation

b. Clinician checklist explicitly references clinically indicated provision of information about programmes providing respite for the care partner and/or other care partner support services

c. A written treatment plan detailing key care partner concerns and strategies to manage these is provided