Table 5.
The Effect of the Intervention on the Frequency of Counseling1 During Standardized Patient Examinations
| Topic | Crude OR (95% CI) | Adjusted OR (95% CI)2 | Score test P Value From the Adjusted Model |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diet | 1.49 (1.04, 2.12) | 1.49 (1.01, 2.19) | .04 |
| Exercise | 1.65 (1.16, 2.35) | 1.56 (1.04, 2.34) | .03 |
| Tobacco | 1.05 (0.54, 1.42) | 1.10 (0.77, 1.56) | .6 |
| Alcohol | 0.52 (0.32, 0.85) | 0.47 (0.27, 0.82) | .006 |
1
Results are presented as the odds of extensive vs minimal or no counseling on the topic in the intervention group compared to the odds in the control group;
2
Adjusted for gender, intended specialty, and agreement (at baseline) with the statement that physicians have a responsibility to promote prevention