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Chapter 300. Medical Decision Making
Topics: Introduction | Sources of Information | Decisions About Medical Tests | Decisions About Treatment | Participating in Medical Decision Making | Realities of Decision Making
 
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Introduction

Making decisions about medical care is most effective when a doctor and a patient work together. The best and most appropriate decisions are reached when the doctor's experience and knowledge of medicine are combined with the person's knowledge, wishes, and values. However, there are many challenges that can interfere.

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