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Healthcare Decision Making and Patient Outcomes

by Emily Smith 1,*
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DSSC  2021 3(2):25; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.dssc.20211221
Received: 22 October 2021 / Accepted: 26 November 2021 / Published Online: 21 December 2021
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Abstract

Healthcare decision making is a complex process that involves the consideration of various factors, including patient preferences, clinical evidence, and resource constraints. This paper explores the dynamics of healthcare decision making and its impact on patient outcomes. It begins by outlining the key components of decision-making in healthcare, such as diagnosis, treatment planning, and end-of-life care. The paper then examines the challenges that healthcare providers face when making decisions, including the reliability and validity of medical evidence, the influence of biases, and the need for ethical considerations. The role of patient-centered care in improving outcomes is also discussed, highlighting the importance of shared decision-making and patient empowerment. Through a critical analysis of existing literature, the paper concludes that effective healthcare decision making can lead to better patient outcomes, but requires a multifaceted approach that integrates evidence-based medicine, patient values, and ethical guidelines.

Keywords: Healthcare Decision Making; Patient Outcomes; Shared Decision Making; Patient-Centered Care; Ethical Considerations.;
Copyright: © 2021 by Smith. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Smith, E. (2021). Healthcare Decision Making and Patient Outcomes. Decision Sciences and Social Change, 3(2), 25. doi:10.69610/j.dssc.20211221
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Smith, E. Healthcare Decision Making and Patient Outcomes. Decision Sciences and Social Change, 2021, 3, 25. doi:10.69610/j.dssc.20211221
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Smith, E. (2021). Healthcare Decision Making and Patient Outcomes. Decision Sciences and Social Change, 3(2), 25. doi:10.69610/j.dssc.20211221

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