Being able to receive and pro
vide information during medical
visits affects patient satisfaction
with care more than any socio-
demographic characteristic of
patients. However, studies reveal
little patient participation in
information exchange during
medical interactions, as well as
a perception that little informa
tion is provided by practitioners.
The research in this field is
reviewed, and efforts to increase
patients' information-seeking
skills are discussed.
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