Attitudes towards a PPP (N=1135)
| Attitudes | N (%)* | Missing n (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Question #1 General attitude toward PPP | 155 (13.7) | |
| Definitely good idea | 144 (14.7) | |
| Probably good idea | 397 (40.5) | |
| Probably bad idea | 269 (27.5) | |
| Definitely bad idea | 170 (17.4) | |
| Question #2 If PPP reduces stress on DPA [family] | 166 (14.6) | |
| Provide DPA [family] PPP prediction for consideration | 468 (48.3) | |
| Do not use PPP | 149 (15.4) | |
| Use approach more likely to reduce stress | 137 (14.1) | |
| Use approach DPA [family] prefers | 205 (21.2) | |
| No DPA [family] | (1.0) | |
| Question #3 If PPP increases chances treated consistent with preferences | 174 (15.3) | |
| Provide DPA [family] PPP prediction for consideration | 529 (55.1) | |
| Do not use PPP | 132 (13.7) | |
| Use approach more likely to increase accuracy | 128 (13.3) | |
| Use approach DPA [family] prefers | 165 (17.2) | |
| No DPA [family] | 7 (0.7) | |
| Question #4 How use PPP in own case | 188 (16.6) | |
| Provide DPA [family] PPP prediction for consideration | 512 (54.1) | |
| Treat according to PPP unless DPA [family] objects | 168 (17.7) | |
| Treat according to PPP even if DPA [family] objects | 67 (7.1) | |
| Do not use PPP | 144 (15.2) | |
| Some other approach | 56 (5.9) | |
*Totals may not sum to 100% due to rounding.
DPA, durable power of attorney; PPP, patient preference predictor.