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Utilizing A Decision Aid In Acute Inpatients To Increase Patient Satisfaction In Communication With The Provider, Elizabeth Fiedler

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Introduction. If communication between patients and providers is improved, patients have better outcomes because of adhering to medications and treatments. Evidence Summary. Poor communication can lead to unnecessary readmissions and decreased quality of care. Decision aid tools assist patients in compiling thoughts and questions for providers, lead to a higher understanding of the plan of care, and can help patients to clarify confusing components of the treatment plan. Tools that improve communication between patients and providers lead to an increase in patient satisfaction. The HCAHPS survey is a measurement of patient satisfaction. Gaps in Literature. There were no articles found …