Table 4.
Communication Characteristics by Whether Conflict/Disagreement Occurred in Encounter
| Visits with Conflict | Visits without Conflict | p-value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| n=12 | n=36 | ||
| Provider expresses concern, n (%) | 9 (75.0%) | 13 (36.1%) | 0.019 |
| Provider suggests alternative therapy, n (%) | 10 (83.3%) | 13 (36.1%) | 0.005 |
| Provider acknowledges pain, n (%) | 6 (50.0%) | 14 (38.9%) | 0.499 |
| Provider changes topic, n (%) | 10 (83.3%) | 26 (72.2%) | 0.537 |