HPV_Evaluation_english

PASW Statistics_18The coding instructions can be found in the README.doc file

Comparison of OPTION and MAPPIN'SDM.

<p>Set of indicators of shared decision making of MAPPIN'SDM compared to that of the OPTION scale.</p

Inter-relations of MAPPIN'SDM foci.

<p>The table shows Pearson correlation coefficients of pairwise related judgements by MAPPIN'SDM different measurement foci. Abbreviations are explained in detail in <a href="http://www.plosone.org/article/info:doi/10.1371/journal.pone.0034849#pone-0034849-t001" target="_blank">table 1</a>.</p

Flow of participants through umbrella trial and nested cohort trial.

<p>Flow of participants through umbrella trial and nested cohort trial.</p

MAPPIN'SDM overview.

<p>The table illustrates the organization of the MAPPIN'SDM inventory by indicating the constituting elements for the seven foci of measurement. Each of which represents a separate view on the communication and is supposed to apply the identical set of 15 SDM indicators.</p

Consultation sample.

<p>MS = multiple sclerosis, GP = general practitioner.</p

Relationship of OPTION and DCS.

<p>Each point represents one consultation. Data are given separately for physicians 1 to 3 and for the whole sample (physician 1: n = 36, physician 2: n = 23, physician 3: n = 14, physician 4 n = 3). Correlations are indicated by Spearman's rho.</p

Observed communication competences and reliability.

<p>Item range 0–4: 0 = skill not observed, 4 = skill executed to a high standard; InterRR = inter-rater reliability, based on 26 consultations IntraRR  = intra-rater reliability, based on 15 consultations (Correlation coefficients are based on Spearman).</p

Relationship of OPTION and SDM-Q.

<p>Each point represents one consultation. Data are given separately for physicians 1 to 3 and for the whole sample (physician 1: n = 36, physician 2: n = 23, physician 3: n = 14, physician 4 n = 3). Correlations are indicated by Spearman's rho.</p

Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Multiple Sclerosis – Patients' Experiences, Information Interests and Responses to an Education Programme

<div><p><i>Background</i></p><p>Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a key diagnostic and monitoring tool in multiple sclerosis (MS) management. However, many scientific uncertainties, especially concerning correlates to impairment and prognosis remain. Little is known about MS patients' experiences, knowledge, attitudes, and unmet information needs concerning MRI.</p><p><i>Methods</i></p><p>We performed qualitative interviews (n = 5) and a survey (n = 104) with MS patients regarding MRI patient information, and basic MRI knowledge. Based on these findings an interactive training program of 2 hours was developed and piloted in n = 26 patients.</p><p><i>Results</i></p><p>Interview analyses showed that patients often feel lost in the MRI scanner and left alone with MRI results and images while 90% of patients in the survey expressed a high interest in MRI education. Knowledge on MRI issues was fair with some important knowledge gaps. Major information interests were relevance of lesions as well as the prognostic and diagnostic value of MRI results. The education program was highly appreciated and resulted in a substantial knowledge increase. Patients reported that, based on the program, they felt more competent to engage in encounters with their physicians.</p><p><i>Conclusion</i></p><p>This work strongly supports the further development of an evidence-based MRI education program for MS patients to enhance participation in health-care.</p></div