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Abstract
OBJECTIVE
To provide a video tutorial on use of the Value Matrix in clinical practice.
ANIMALS
Any animal for which a preference-sensitive decision can be made regarding their care.
METHODS
The veterinary professional gathers a comprehensive history from the veterinary client and uses this information, in further discussion with the client, to develop 2 or more evidence-informed options for the veterinary patient’s care. With the use of the Value Matrix, options are captured on a whiteboard or piece of paper, and the advantages and disadvantages of each option as well as financial cost are visually presented and discussed.
RESULTS
The Value Matrix is a clinical-communication tool for supporting shared decision-making between veterinary professionals and clients and for delivering the Spectrum of Care.
CLINICAL RELEVANCE
The Value Matrix is a practical tool that can assist veterinary professionals in collaborating with clients on making preference-sensitive decisions, providing contextualized care, and achieving informed-client consent.
identification Only preference-sensitive decisions were considered for inclusion in the current study. The coders relied on verbal cues from the interactions to interpret which decisions could be analyzed as preference-sensitive decisions. While equipoise (ie