Decision Aids

When faced with a healthcare decision such as cancer screening, or a new medication or treatment, patients are often required to assess often complex information in short time frames (McDonnell, Strayer, et al, 2018).1

Decision aids (pamphlets, booklets, Web-based tools, or mobile apps)  are designed to prepare patients for conversations with healthcare providers by explaining the potential benefits and risks of certain medical decisions.

Below are evidence-based decision aids and other educational resources designed to facilitate effective communication between patients and providers.

Lung Cancer Screening Decision Aid

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Download the Lung Cancer Screening Decision Aid or request mailed copies.

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Video Overview

Chapters:

  1. Overview of Shared Decision Making for Lung Cancer Screening: 00:00​ 
  2. Shared Decision Making Exemplar: 03:08​ 
  3. Billing for Lung Cancer Screening: 08:21​ 
  4. Template for Documenting a Shared Decision Making Discussion: 9:29​ 
  5. Credits: 9:58

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1McDonnell, K. K., Strayer, S. M., Sercy, E., Campbell, C., Friedman, D. B., Cartmell, K. B., & Eberth, J. M. (2018). Developing and testing a brief clinic-based lung cancer screening decision aid for primary care settings. Health Expectations. Advance online publication. doi:10.1111/hex.12675.