Table 2 Partial matrix of change objectives for CHWs in Communities in Dangme West District
Performance Objectives for CHWs CHWs will: | Determinants (Specific targets of the communication) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Outcome Expectation | Subjective Norm | Perceived Control/skills Self-efficacy | Perceived severity knowledge | knowledge | Reinforcement | |
Greet and congratulate mother for coming immediately | Expect that caregiver will come to CHW if they are friendly in their approach | Â | Describe how to greet and welcome the caregiver and specifically mention that she responded quickly | Â | Explain that the first important task of the CHW is to make the caregiver feel welcome | Caregivers and community respect CHW |
Assess child under 5 (and siblings who are presented at the same visit) and treat for fever | Describe how new treatment & responding early will keep child from dying | Expect their role in the community to be one of respect | Shows confidence in assessing child | Understand that child can die if action is not taken promptly for fever | Describe their role in the community as one that can help the children stay healthy and survive | Caregivers and community respect CHW |