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Table 6 Results of mixed-model logistic regression analyses

From: Structured implementation of the Supportive and Palliative Care Indicators Tool in general practice – A prospective interventional study with follow-up

Patient-centred PC measures

Number of general indicators1

Number of clinical indicators1

OR; CI

p

OR; CI

p

Review current treatment and medication to ensure optimal care; minimise polypharmacy

1.213;

1.015–1.451

0.034*

1.172;

1.026–1.339

0.019*

Consider specialist assessment or referral to specialist PC team if symptoms or problems are complex and difficult to manage

1.865;

1.523–2.283

< 0.001*

1.134;

1.004–1.280

0.042*

Agree a current and future care plan with the patient and their family

1.393;

1.198–1.619

< 0.001*

1.100;

0.997–1.214

0.058

Clarify the need for support of family carers

1.525;

1.302–1.786

< 0.001*

1.034;

0.938–1.141

0.501

Early initiation of advance care planning if loss of decision-making capacity likely

1.604;

1.341–1.918

< 0.001*

1.079;

0.967–1.204

0.175

Record, communicate and coordinate the care plan

1.395;

1.198–1.624

< 0.001*

1.038;

0.942–1.144

0.455