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. 2011 May 30;15(3):295–326. doi: 10.1111/j.1369-7625.2011.00683.x
Box 1 Long’s definition of a patient‐centred outcome measure
It identifies outcomes that are desired and valued by individuals (patients).
It is developed to reflect patient priorities.
Measurement is undertaken at appropriate times and points within routine clinical care.
The resultant information is used to inform the health‐care professional/patient decision‐making process, service evaluation, audit and planning.