Table 1 Components of the ABCC Tool in consultation sessions
Component | Explanation | Illustrative description |
|---|---|---|
Assessment | Utilizes a short scale to assess the burden of disease due to one or more chronic conditions | Questionnaire |
Visualization (balloon diagram) | Self-assessment results are visualized using balloons of varying colors and heights to represent scores for items or domains. Green for good scores, red for areas of difficulty, and gray for previous scores to indicate change | Imagine a balloon for each health domain: green balloons rise high for areas of well-being, while red balloons hover low for challenges |
Shared decision-making discussion | A discussion between the patient and healthcare provider, supported by treatment recommendations integrated into the tool | Guided conversation on treatment options based on assessment results |
Agreement with personalized care targets | Setting individualized care goals based on the patient’s self-assessment and shared decision-making discussions | A section within the tool where patients and providers document agreed-upon health goals |