Shared Decision Making Leads to Improved Patient Outcomes

Speaker:
Crystal Hastings, MBA, BSN, RN - Manager Cardiac Services, Eisenhower Health 

Description:
Patient accessibility to information on treatment options for aortic valve replacement is greater than ever; however medical choices are now determined simply on patient’s preference between minimally invasive or open heart procedures. 

• Demonstrate an understanding of what shared decision making is.
• Identify where to find, and how to use, shared decision making tools.
• Recognize the importance shared decision making has on patient outcomes.