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Table 1 The five-stage implementation model of Grol and Wensing (18)

From: Implementation of motivational interviewing in the general practice setting: a qualitative study

Stage

Description, adjusted to MI and the General Practice setting

(1) Orientation

GPs/PNs hear about MI and they become interested in learning more about it

(2) Insight

GPs/PNs gain an understanding of what MI entails, how it can affect their way of working and they get prepared by learning MI (e.g. attending a training)

(3) Acceptance

GPs/PNs develop a positive attitude towards MI. They consider MI to be useful and feasible, and they have the intention to apply the acquired MI skills in practice

(4) Change

GPs/PNs start to apply MI in their daily practice and experience its value

(5) Consolidating change

GPs/PNs integrate MI into their daily work and skills are consolidated. MI is embedded within their organisation