Patient Preferences Decision Making

Patient Preferences and Decision Making
The health care setting exposes the medical professionals to individuals from all walks of life. A patient was presented in the emergency department complaining of chest pain, headache, buzzing in the ears, and fatigue. The nurse involved him in the assessment as well as formulation of the treatment or care plan. Moreover, the nurse discussed with him the diagnostic results, and together they created the care plan. Incorporation of the patient’s preferences and values significantly assisted the care provider to design the intervention for the condition. Because the patient was diagnosed with hypertension, the patient and the nurse agreed on a 30-mintute daily physical activity and healthy eating that consists of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. Engagement of the patient in the care plan increased his satisfaction towards the treatment and nurse.
Patient Preferences Decision Making
The patient’s preferences and values substantially affected the course of the above scenario. Firstly, incorporating the values and preferences enhanced the quality of clinical intervention (Jolles, Richmond