R3 “I think it’s really useful that it says just wait and see
(for four weeks). That you know that you can wait and don’t have to run
to the GP right away. ”
Respondents mentioned they would not expect the decision aid to
substitute a consult with a GP (with a few exceptions), especially with
severe complaints, but it would rather help them think about their
symptoms and possible treatment options before going into a consult.
This was expected to positively influence their consult with the GP as
they would stand stronger: be more informed and aware of their possible
diagnosis and treatment options. The tool has potential to speed up the
process as well as bring more uniformity with regard to GP treatments.