What Are Patient Values

Patient values are indi- vidual characteristics, such as gender, race/ ethnicity, affectional status and socioeconomic. status that may influence a patient’s health, age and wellness.

What does patient value mean?

Patient values are defined in the ODSF as the “desirability or personal importance of outcomes of options” [20].

What are examples of patient values?

• As a home care patient, you have the right to:
• High-quality care.
• Be a partner in making decisions about your care.
• Be respected.
• Have the information you need.
• Just as you have rights as a patient and caregiver getting care, you also have responsibilities. …
• Being a partner in your care.