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S Fischbeck1, S Zimmer, R Laufenberg-Feldmann
1Klinik und Poliklinik für Psychosomatische Medizin und Psychotherapie, Schwerpunkt Medizinische Psychologie und Medizinische Soziologie, Universitätsmedizin der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität, Saarstr. 21, 55099, Mainz, Deutschland, fischbec@uni-mainz.de.
Der Anaesthesist
|October 17, 2014
Summary
A new questionnaire, the question prompt list anesthesiology (QPL-A), effectively captures patient information needs regarding anesthesia. This tool enhances communication and patient orientation during the crucial anesthesia premedication consultation.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Patient Communication
- Health Psychology
Context:
- Anesthesia premedication consultations are mandatory before surgery.
- Patients often have unaddressed questions about anesthesia.
- Effective information transfer is vital for patient understanding and consent.
Purpose:
- To develop a structured questionnaire (QPL-A) to identify patient information needs concerning anesthesia.
- To create a tool with good psychometric properties for assessing these needs.
- To improve information exchange between anesthesiologists and patients.
Summary:
- The question prompt list anesthesiology (QPL-A) was developed and validated in 202 patients.
- Four reliable scales emerged: anesthesia procedure/effects, safety, preanesthesia behavior, and anesthetist actions.
- Patient interest varied, with procedure/effects and safety being paramount; older patients and women showed distinct needs.
Impact:
- The QPL-A is a valuable tool for addressing subjective patient information needs in anesthesia.
- It can enhance patient-centered care during the premedication consultation.
- Improved patient understanding may lead to better surgical outcomes and reduced anxiety.
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