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Shared decision-making: the perspectives of young adults with type 1 diabetes mellitus
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Shared decision-making (SDM) is at the core of patient-centered care. We examined whether young adults with type 1 diabetes perceived the clinician groups they consulted as practicing SDM. METHODS: In a web-based survey, 150 Australians aged 18-35 years and with type 1 diabetes rated seven aspects of SDM in their interactions with endocrinologists, diabetes educators, dieticians, and general practitioners. Additionally, 33 participants in seven focus groups discussed these aspects of SDM. RESULTS: Of the 150 respondents, 90% consulted endocrinologists, 60% diabetes educators, 33% dieticians, and 37% general practitioners. The majority of participants rated all professions as oriented toward all aspects of SDM, but there were professional differences. These ranged from 94.4% to 82.2% for
Type | Journal |
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ISBN | 1177-889X (Electronic) 1177-889X (Linking) |
Authors | Wiley, J. ; Westbrook, M. ; Greenfield, J. R. ; Day, R. O. ; Braithwaite, J.; |
Publisher Name | Patient Preference and Adherence |
Published Date | 2014-01-01 |
Published Volume | 8 |
Published Pages | 423-35 |
Status | Published in-print |
OpenAccess link to author's accepted manuscript version | https://publications.gimr.garvan.org.au/open-access/12486 |