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We sought to Describe the properties of Autonomy Preference Index (API) instrument in ESRD population.
Autonomy preference index scale of Ende et al. [ 24] has been used in this study.
Describe the properties of Autonomy Preference Index (API) instrument in ESRD population.
Need for information was assessed with a subscale of the Autonomy Preference Index (API) [ 23].
The Autonomy Preference Index was used to study patient preferences for information-seeking and decision-making.
Healthcare decision making was self-reported using the Autonomy Preference Index [ 33] and the Krantz Health Opinion Survey [ 34].
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In addition, in the original API there are eight items corresponding to three clinical vignettes representing increasing disease severity to assess if symptom severity plays a role in patient autonomy preferences.
At the level of individual characteristics, we hypothesized that younger cohorts and those with a higher level of education would be more likely to develop autonomy preferences, thus making it more likely for them to take an active role in the union formation process and as a result, choose a second-generation or native partner.
The following instruments were used to assess the constructs: The Autonomy-Preference-Index measures patients' preferences regarding information and involvement in treatment decision-making [ 21, 25].
In Western populations, the reasons for the use of TCM include experiencing failure of standard health care, the need for autonomy, and preference for natural therapies [ 6- 8].
The motives for the use of CAM include perceived failure of standard health care, the need of a patient for autonomy, and preference for holistic or natural therapy in Western populations [ 4- 6].
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