intervention fidelity

Intervention fidelity refers to how accurately and consistently a program or treatment is delivered as planned. It ensures that the intervention is implemented according to its designed procedures and standards. Maintaining high fidelity is important because it helps determine whether the intervention itself is effective, by making sure variations in implementation don’t influence the results. Essentially, it’s about sticking to the original plan to make sure the outcomes are truly due to the intervention and not other factors. Regular monitoring and assessment are used to ensure fidelity, which helps in drawing valid conclusions about the intervention’s effectiveness.