Patients' therapeutic preferences in an ambulatory care setting

G.J. Povar, M. Mantell and L.A. Morris

American Journal of Public Health, 1984, vol. 74, issue 12, 1395-1397

Abstract: One thousand two hundred-fifteen adult outpatients of an urban health maintenance organization completed questionnaires containing four hypothetical clinical situations. Of these patients, 72 per cent preferred a non-drug 'home remedy' when given a choice among that and two different drug options. Risk aversion and willingness to accept current discomfort were stronger than demographic variables in predicting this preference. We conclude that patients informed about the risks and benefits of drug and non-drug therapies will prefer the latter if that option is offered.

Date: 1984
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