Course

Shared decision-making for tests — how to decide if a test is worth it (Advanced)

Advanced course: framework for deciding on additional tests (yield, risks, alternatives, what it changes). Includes scripts to ask clinicians for probability and decision impact

FoundationsCaregiver, SurvivorAdvanced20 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — not medical advice.

What you'll learn

  • Use a framework to evaluate the value of a proposed test
  • Ask about yield and what decision the test will change
  • Compare risks and alternatives
  • Document the decision and follow-up plan

Practice check

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

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Question 1

1. A useful test is one that could change the treatment plan.

Question 2

2. A key yield question is…

Question 3

3. A documentation step is…