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Table 1 SMILE (UK) components evaluated

From: Implementation fidelity of a self-management course for epilepsy: method and assessment

Components evaluated

Description of module

Number of adherence items rated

Number of competence items rated

Module 3: Basic Knowledge

What causes seizures; how do seizures develop in the brain; what are different seizure types

6

3

Module 4: Diagnosis

What information is needed about seizures to help with diagnosis (observing, describing, documenting seizures); how to understand different methods for diagnosis

6

3

Module 6: Self-Control

What can trigger seizures and how to avoid them; what is an aura (i.e. signs occurring before seizures); developing abilities for self-control

5

3