Changing Patients ’ Treatment Preferences and Values with a Decision Aid for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Results from the Treatment Arm of a Randomized Controlled Trial

ConclusionThe values-focused PDA for T2DM medication intensification prepared patients to make a shared decision with their clinician and changed patients ’ values regarding what was important in making that decision. Helping patients understand their options and underlying values can promote shared decision-making and may reduce clinical inertia delaying treatment intensification.FundingJanssen Scientific Affairs, LLC.
Source: Diabetes Therapy - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research