Table 1 Patient-reported benefits of decision and communication aids
DVD | Total responses = 23 |
|---|---|
Provided information – detailed, overview and/or easy to understand | 7 (30%) |
Helped patients prepare and generate questions | 4 (17%) |
Showed the MD was making an effort | 1 (4%) |
Helped show the patient point of view | 1 (4%) |
Could not recall | 7 (30%) |
N/A | 3 (13%) |
Question-listing | Total responses = 21 |
Helped patients gain clarity of own thoughts/questions/concerns | 9 (43%) |
Felt prepared | 3 (14%) |
Provided information | 3 (14%) |
Felt informed | 1 (5%) |
Health coach was ally/good listener | 1 (5%) |
Could not recall | 2 (10%) |
N/A | 2 (10%) |
Written copy of dictated notes | Total responses = 15 |
Can review/access information from surgeon visit | 6 (40%) |
Can share information with others | 3 (20%) |
Can verify information discussed | 2 (13%) |
N/A | 4 (27%) |
CD recording of office visit discussion | Total responses = 12 |
Can review/access information from surgeon visit | 7 (58%) |
Can share information with others | 1 (8%) |
Provided detailed information | 1 (8%) |
N/A | 3 (25%) |