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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.

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in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association

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

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in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association