The CO-PARTNER tool – Translation, cultural adaption and content validation of the Norwegian version

Purpose of research: The aim of this project was to translate and culturally adapt the CO-PARTNER tool in a Norwegian setting by exploring how it was perceived by nurses and parents in neonatal intensive care units. The participants’ assessment of the utility of the tool, particularly regarding language and content, in everyday clinical practice was also explored. The principal results: The CO-PARTNER tool was translated following Wild's 10-step process. Cognitive debriefing was conducted through three focus group interviews with parents and nurses. These interviews revealed how to adapt the Norwegian version in terms of item order and wording and emphasised the importance of timing when introducing the tool to parents. Conclusion: The CO-PARTNER tool was positively perceived as a valuable contribution to fostering parental involvement in infant care. The tool may also be useful in promoting nurse–parent collaboration in everyday clinics and neonatal intensive care units.