Those who were interested received an information sheet, introductory letter, reply slip, and envelope.
Packs included an introductory letter, information sheet, reply slip, and stamped addressed envelope; those wanting to know more about the study contacted the research team.
Potential participants contacted the Research Associate by phone or email if they wished to participate in the study, she described the study to them and, if they were still interested, they were sent an introductory letter, information sheet and consent form.
Three types of questionnaires were developed: an introductory survey, a feedback sheet for each case and a final survey with an added 15 question multiple choice test.
Participants' next of kin were provided with a study pack which contained an introductory letter, an information sheet, two consent forms, the Informant Questionnaire on Cognitive Decline in the Elderly (IQCODE), the two SSQ's for dementia and delirium and an envelope to return the completed consent form, IQCODE and SSQ's.
Following exclusion of those living in assisted accommodation or living in the same household as a previously selected elector, individuals remaining in the sample (n = 25,511) were mailed an introductory letter, an information sheet outlining the study, a short eligibility questionnaire (EQ) and a pre-paid return envelope.
Formal introductory meetings and information sheets were used.
Eligible women were identified from the clinic list 14 days prior to their appointment and were posted an introductory letter and an information sheet.
Patient study packs included a patient introductory letter, a study information sheet, a copy of the survey instrument, a consent form, and a stamped addressed envelope (SAE).
Physiotherapist study packs included a full copy of the patient study pack, an introductory letter and study information sheet including the patient recruitment guidelines protocol, and a clinic owner's consent form with SAE.
Patients were given an introductory pack which included an information sheet and contact details, requesting that they respond directly to the research team.
