Publications by authors named "Hsiu-Chin Chao"

Background: Improvements in medical science and technology have increased the average number of years that older adults survive with impaired quality of life. Understanding behavioral intentions and related factors affecting advance decision (AD) decision-making can help medical professionals improve the decision-making ability of patients, allowing patients and their family members to make better medical decisions that reduce ineffective medical treatments, improve quality of life, and facilitate a good death.

Purpose: This study was developed to explore behavioral intentions and related factors during the process of AD decision-making among community adults.

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