Pasientinformert

Pasientinformert is a term used in Norwegian healthcare to describe materials and digital resources that aim to inform patients about health conditions, treatment options, procedures, medications, and other aspects of care. It encompasses printed leaflets, websites, videos, and interactive tools intended to help patients understand their health and participate in decisions about their care.

The primary purpose is to support informed decision-making, improve health literacy, and promote patient safety. Typical content covers explanations of conditions, possible treatments and their risks and benefits, instructions for medications or self-care, potential side effects, warning signs requiring medical attention, and questions patients might ask clinicians. Information is often designed to aid shared decision-making between patients and health professionals.

Formats and accessibility are central to pasientinformert. Materials are produced in plain language, with consideration for readability, translations, and cultural adaptation. Accessible design may include large print, audio versions, captions, and compatibility with assistive technologies, ensuring that information is usable by people with varying needs and on different devices.

Development and quality assurance involve collaboration among health authorities, hospitals, professional associations, and patient organizations. Content is typically evidence-based, regularly reviewed, and updated to reflect new evidence. Editorial oversight, medical review, and user testing help maintain impartiality and accuracy, while adherence to privacy and ethical standards supports informed consent and patient autonomy.

Related concepts include informed consent and health literacy, which underpin the use and evaluation of pasientinformert in clinical practice.