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Absolute risk

The actual likelihood or probability that an outcome will occur within a specified group and time period.

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Supporting informed decisions

Supporting informed decisions

What informed decision-making means in birth care Informed decision-making is a process in which a person receives relevant, understandable information and uses it to make a choice that fits their situation and values. In medicine, this process is closely related to informed consent and shared decision-making. The clinician contributes professional knowledge, including the evidence base, […]