Discrete choice experiments have also been used to assess patient preference for different treatment regimens[ 27] and for autonomy in decision-making in asthma management[ 28].
8– 10 An understanding of the relationship between complementary medicine use and preferences for autonomy in decision-making about care is also limited by a lack of representative data, but studies in selected populations suggest no relationship.
The importance of raising awareness of gender conflicts, promoting sexual and reproductive rights and discussing ethical issues relating to respect for autonomy in decision-making has been stressed [ 54, 55].
Moreover, other gender issues are involved, notable among which are the lack of social incentives for autonomy in decision-making, lack of support for child care, daily chores and limited access to healthcare services, education or a social support network [ 2, 5].
However, in rural areas where demand for therapy services outstripped supply, participants described client allocation and prioritization systems that undermined their capacity for autonomy in clinical decision making.
The aim was to address the ethics issues surrounding international debate over programme benefits and risks in order to refocus the information given to women onto greater respect for autonomy in their decision on whether or not to participate.
Cronbach's alpha for autonomy in domestic decisions was.89.89
