Shared Decision Making in Renal Replacement Therapy Choice: Current Practices and Associated Factors by Profession

Key Points

• This study aims to clarify the practices and factors associated with shared decision making in renal replacement therapy based on profession.
• Examined shared decision making in renal replacement therapy choices
• Compared practices among physicians and nurses
• Identified factors related to decision support
• Physicians report varying levels of involvement in shared decision making compared to nurses
• Factors such as communication skills and training influence decision-making practices
• Awareness of patient preferences impacts the decision support provided