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Review
. 2024 Oct 1;3(4):13-15.
doi: 10.56305/001c.122787. eCollection 2024.

Shared Decision-Making in Patient Care: Advantages, Barriers and Potential Solutions

Farzana Hoque  1
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Review

Shared Decision-Making in Patient Care: Advantages, Barriers and Potential Solutions

Farzana Hoque. J Brown Hosp Med. .

Abstract

Shared Decision-Making (SDM) is a collaborative process where physicians integrate scientific evidence with patients' goals, preferences, and values to make healthcare decisions. This approach contrasts with traditional methods, enhancing patient involvement and understanding. The BRAN questions (Benefits, Risks, Alternatives, Nothing) effectively facilitate SDM across various clinical settings, promoting patient safety. While time constraints and low health literacy pose barriers, strategies like visual aids, extended appointments, and cognitive assessments can mitigate these challenges. Training for physicians in SDM skills has been shown to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction, underscoring the importance of personalized care in outpatient and inpatient contexts.

Keywords: Clinical practice; Patient experience.; Patient satisfaction; Patient-centered care; SDM; Shared decision-making.

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