How the proxy makes the decision | |
Whether the proxy decision-maker: | |
Makes a decision that fits with the person’s own values, wishes, and preferences (values congruence) | |
Is able to determine the person’s own values, wishes and preferences about the choices | |
Is clear about which risks/side-effects of the study would matter most to the person | |
Is clear about which benefits from the study would matter most to the person | |
Is clear about which benefits or risks/side-effects from the study would be more important to the person (balancing benefits and risks) | |
Experiences of decision-making in this context | |
Whether the proxy decision-maker: | |
Feels it was the right decision | |
Feels satisfied with the decision | |
Feels that they had enough time to make a decision | |
Feels that the decision process was good (regardless of the outcome) | |
Is comfortable with the decision | |
Feels that the decision was a wise one | |
Feels that they have enough support from others to make a decision | |
Personal characteristics that influence the decision | |
Whether the proxy decision-maker: | |
Recognises that a decision needs to be made (choice awareness) | |
Has been informed about the purpose of the study, procedures, risks and benefits | |
Has been informed about their role in making the decision | |
Understands that the person’s own values, wishes, and preferences affect the decision | |
Understands the information needed to make the decision (objective understanding) | |
Feels that they understand the information well enough to make the decision (subjective understanding) | |
Recognises they do not have enough information about the views of the person to represent their views | |
Feels confident in their knowledge to make a decision | |
Feels confident to make a decision | |
Feels able and has the opportunity to ask questions | |
Feels able to express their opinion about each choice | |
Feels as involved in the decision as they want to be | |
Feels prepared to make the decision | |
Is ready to make a decision | |
Feels that they can delay their decision if they feel that they need more time |