Patient public involvement
malnutrition
RECRUITMENT, MALNUTRITION
We aim to ensure that our study is patient-centered and addresses the needs and preferences of the target population. To foster active patient involvement, we have established a patient advisory group (PAG) consisting of caregivers and some other older adults caring for older adults with malnutrition and living in the same elderly care setting. The PAG provided valuable insights regarding the acceptability and feasibility of the oral nutritional supplement intervention. Their involvement included collaboration on participant recruitment strategies, considering their life experiences and recommendations for effective outreach. Further, their contribution involved reviewing and providing feedback on study materials including informed consent forms and questionnaires to ensure they were clear, comprehensive, and patient-friendly. The PAG members will meet regularly throughout the study to maintain ongoing engagement.