Definition of terms
Information sheets for healthcare professionals
This evidence-based information for healthcare professionals is grounded in scientific research. Healthcare professionals can use it to explain the benefits and harms of treatment options to their patients.
Tool to use in consultation
Tools to use in consultation support healthcare professionals during their discussions with patients, facilitating shared decision-making. The tools make it easier for professionals to provide key information patients need to make informed choices about their diagnostic and treatment options
Decision aids for patients
These decision aids comprise resources and tools that provide patients with structured information that will help them make informed and personally appropriate healthcare decisions.
Additional information, reports, and studies