Sox, Harold C., Jr. (Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, USA
Medical Decision Making
- ISBN 13:
- 9781119627807
- author:
- Sox, Harold C., Jr. (Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, USA
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wiley-Blackwell
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 27.3 x 21.5 x 1.7 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Science, Medical, Diagnosis,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Medical Decision Making provides a framework for making informed decisions in clinical practice. By incorporating published evidence and patient preferences, clinicians can tailor treatment plans to achieve the best outcomes. The book explores key concepts such as considering possible causes of illness, measuring diagnostic test accuracy, and constructing decision trees. It also addresses how to help patients express their concerns about treatment options and uncertainty about future changes. Written by four experienced authors, this third edition has been revised and updated to provide a comprehensive resource for clinicians and healthcare professionals.