Table 3 Quality Assessment Matrix, Qualitative Studies [29]

Question/objective sufficiently described?

Yes

Yes

Study design evident and appropriate?

Partial

Yes

Context for the study clear

Yes

Yes

Connection to a theoretical framework/wider body of knowledge

Partial

Yes

Sampling strategy described relevant and justified

Partial

Yes

Data collection methods clearly described and systematic

Partial

Yes

Data analysis clearly described and systematic

No

Yes

Use of verification procedures to establish credibility

No

Partial

Conclusions supported by the results?

No

Yes

Reflexivity of the account

No

Partial