scholarly journals ‘One also needs a bit of trust in the doctor … ’: a qualitative interview study with pancreatic cancer patients about their perceptions and views on information and treatment decision-making

2013 ◽  
Vol 24 (9) ◽  
pp. 2444-2449 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Schildmann ◽  
P. Ritter ◽  
S. Salloch ◽  
W. Uhl ◽  
J. Vollmann
Keyword(s):  
Pancreatic Cancer ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Treatment Decision ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Treatment Decision Making ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study

Information behaviour and decision-making in patients during their cancer journey

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 494-506 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shih-Chuan Chen
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Information Source ◽  
Alternative Therapy ◽  
Treatment Decision ◽  
Treatment Method ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Information Behaviour ◽  
Treatment Decision Making

Purpose This paper aims to investigate the effect of cancer patients’ information behaviour on their decision-making at the diagnosis and treatment stages of their cancer journey. Patients’ information sources and their decision-making approaches were analyzed. Design/methodology/approach Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 participants. Findings The cancer patients sought information from various sources in choosing a hospital, physician, treatment method, diet and alternative therapy. Physicians were the primary information source. The patients’ approaches to treatment decision-making were diverse. An informed approach was adopted by nine patients, a paternalistic approach by four and a shared decision-making approach by only two. Practical implications In practice, the findings may assist hospitals and medical professionals in fostering pertinent interactions with patients. Originality/value The findings can enhance researcher understanding regarding the effect of cancer patients’ information behaviour on their decision-making.

Breast cancer patients' personality style, age, and treatment decision making

1996 ◽  
Vol 63 (3) ◽  
pp. 183-186 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julie D. Johnson ◽  
Cleora S. Roberts ◽  
Charles E. Cox ◽  
Douglas S. Reintgen ◽  
Judi S. Levine ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Treatment Decision ◽  
Breast Cancer Patients ◽  
Personality Style ◽  
Treatment Decision Making

Treatment decision-making for older adults with cancer: A qualitative study

2020 ◽  
pp. 096973302094575
Author(s):  
Ni Gong ◽  
Qianqian Du ◽  
Hongyu Lou ◽  
Yiheng Zhang ◽  
Hengying Fang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Family Members ◽  
Treatment Decision ◽  
Chinese Society ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Treatment Decision Making ◽  
The Family ◽  
Older Cancer Patients

Background: Independent decision-making is one of the basic rights of patients. However, in clinical practice, most older cancer patients’ treatment decisions are made by family members. Objective: This study attempted to analyze the treatment decision-making process and formation mechanism for older cancer patients within the special cultural context of Chinese medical practice. Method: A qualitative study was conducted. With the sample saturation principle, data collected by in-depth interviews with 17 family members and 12 patients were subjected to thematic analysis. Ethical considerations: The study was approved by the ethics committees of Sun Yat-sen University. All participants provided verbal informed consent after being told their rights of confidentiality, anonymity, and voluntary participation. They had the right to refuse to answer questions and could withdraw at any time. Results: Three themes emerged: (1) complex process; (2) transformation of family decision-making power; and (3) individual compromise. Family members inevitably had different opinions during the long process of treatment decision-making for older cancer patients. The direction of this process could be regarded as an extension of the family power relationship. The patient usually compromised the decision to survive, which was made by family members. Conclusion: This study describes the treatment decision-making process of older cancer patients in the context of Chinese culture. The reasons underlying this process are related to the views on life and death and family values. An individual is a part of the family, which is often seen as the minimal interpersonal unit in Chinese society. It is significant that while emphasizing patient autonomy in the decision-making process, health professionals should also pay attention to the important roles of culture and family.

scholarly journals Parents and GPs’ understandings and beliefs about food allergy testing in children with eczema: qualitative interview study within the Trial of Eczema allergy Screening Tests (TEST) feasibility trial

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (11) ◽  
pp. e041229
Author(s):  
Clare Clement ◽  
Matthew J Ridd ◽  
Kirsty Roberts ◽  
Miriam Santer ◽  
Robert Boyle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Food Allergy ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Screening Tests ◽  
Feasibility Trial ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Allergy Testing ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study ◽  
Severe Eczema

AimTo explore parent and general practitioner (GP) understanding and beliefs about food allergy testing for children with eczema.Design and settingQualitative interview study in UK primary care within the Trial of Eczema allergy Screening Tests feasibility trial.ParticipantsSemi-structured interviews with parents of children with eczema taking part in the feasibility study and GPs at practices hosting the study.Results21 parents and 11 GPs were interviewed. Parents discussed a range of potential causes for eczema, including a role for food allergy. They believed allergy testing to be beneficial as it could potentially identify a cure or help reduce symptoms and they found negative tests reassuring, suggesting to them that no dietary changes were needed. GPs reported limited experience and uncertainty regarding food allergy in children with eczema. While some GPs believed referral for allergy testing could be appropriate, most were unclear about its utility. They thought it should be reserved for children with severe eczema or complex problems but wanted more information to advise parents and help guide decision making.ConclusionsParents’ motivations for allergy testing are driven by the desire to improve their child’s condition and exclude food allergy as a possible cause of symptoms. GPs are uncertain about the role of allergy testing and want more information about its usefulness to support parents and help inform decision making.Trial registration numberISRCTN15397185.

scholarly journals The role of hospital nurses in shared decision‐making about life‐prolonging treatment: A qualitative interview study

2020 ◽  
Vol 77 (1) ◽  
pp. 296-307
Author(s):  
Danique W. Bos‐van den Hoek ◽  
Maureen Thodé ◽  
Irene P. Jongerden ◽  
Hanneke W. M. Van Laarhoven ◽  
Ellen M. A. Smets ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Shared Decision Making ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Hospital Nurses ◽  
Shared Decision ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study
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