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A generic tool for development of decision aids based on clinical practice guidelines
C J Ilse Raats1, Haske van Veenendaal, Martine M Versluijs
1Dutch Institute for Healthcare Improvement CBO, Utrecht, The Netherlands. i.raats@cbo.nl
Patient Education and Counseling
|September 5, 2008
Summary
A new generic format efficiently develops patient decision aids using evidence-based guidelines. This approach, involving patient input and parallel development, ensures high-quality information is produced quickly.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Patient Decision Making
- Evidence-Based Practice
Background:
- Patient involvement enhances satisfaction and outcomes in medical decision-making.
- Decision aids are crucial for preference-sensitive choices.
- Up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines are essential for effective decision aids.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a standardized, generic format for creating and maintaining patient decision aids.
- To ensure decision aids are based on current evidence-based guidelines.
Main Methods:
- A generic format was developed using decision aids, evidence-based guidelines, and International Patient Decision Aids Standards (IPDAS).
- Patient focus groups were conducted to understand information needs, values, and preferences.
- The format guided the creation of specific decision aids.
Main Results:
- A generic format for decision aid development was successfully created.
- Six specific decision aids were derived from evidence-based guidelines.
- The decision aids were published on a national healthcare portal, with agreements on maintenance established within 12 months.
Conclusions:
- The generic format streamlined the efficient production of evidence-based decision aids.
- Parallel development of guidelines and decision aids, with patient involvement and maintenance strategies, enables rapid production of high-quality patient information.
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