Data Analysis
Summary statistics (frequencies, percentages) were computed to describe
participant characteristics and their contacts with the TN during the
intervention. Pre/post scores on measures of transition readiness, SCD
knowledge, confidence in managing SCD, medication adherence and pain
management were compared using paired t-tests and the associations of
patient-TN contacts with post-test measures were analyzed using
correlations. Pre/post ratings of participant’s experience of
interaction with their healthcare provider regarding transition were
compared using McNemar tests for paired analysis. Intake assessments
were completed on paper by the TN; insurance/SSI status and items
related to education and career goals were hand-coded from this
assessment by two members of the research team. Barriers to transition
were identified through patient self-report and TN observation, and
separately documented on the barriers checklist (see supplement 1);
responses by participants and TN were compared using McNemar tests.