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The simulated client method: evaluating client-provider interactions in family planning clinics

D Huntington1, S R Schuler

  • 1Empowerment of Women Program, JSI Research and Training Institute, Arlington, VA 22209.

Studies in Family Planning
|May 1, 1993
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The simulated client method assesses family planning services by having women pose as clients. This technique evaluates client-provider interactions and quality of care in family planning programs.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • The simulated client method was introduced in 1985 for family planning research.
  • This methodology has seen limited coverage in recent literature.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the simulated client method for studying family planning programs.
  • To review theoretical, ethical, and methodological considerations.
  • To highlight its utility in assessing quality of care.

Main Methods:

  • Involves training women to act as "simulated clients" visiting service providers.
  • Participants request information from providers without disclosing their study role.
  • Post-encounter interviews gather detailed interaction data.

Main Results:

Keywords:
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  • The method provides direct insights into client-provider dynamics.
  • It effectively identifies areas for quality improvement in services.
  • Ethical and methodological challenges were discussed.

Conclusions:

  • The simulated client method is a valuable tool for evaluating family planning services.
  • It offers a unique perspective on the quality of care delivered.
  • Further application can enhance program effectiveness and client satisfaction.