Using Numerical Comparisons to Help Patients Make Choices

Ellen Peters; Nadine S. Jennings

doi:10.1001/jama.2026.0006

March 4, 2026JAMA

Using Numerical Comparisons to Help Patients Make Choices

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This research examines how numerical comparisons can enhance patient understanding and decision-making in clinical settings.
Analysis of patient-clinician interactions
Focus on the use of numerical data in discussions
Evaluation of patient comprehension and preference
Patients reported improved understanding of their health situations
Decision-making confidence increased with numerical comparisons
Higher satisfaction with clinician interactions noted when numbers were used

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Insights reveal that numerical comparisons aid decision-making in patient-clinician encounters, suggesting improved understanding.

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This JAMA Insights explores how using numerical comparisons during patient-clinician encounters can help patients better understand their clinical situation and inform their decision-making.

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