Don't ask, don't tell (DADT): under-recognition of breathlessness in clinical care-a national survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The recognition of breathlessness in clinical practice appears suboptimal, despite its prevalence and impact. This study aimed to explore the content of clinical conversations about breathlessness and patients' level of self-reported openness when discussing their breathlessness.

Methods

A cross-sectional, online survey of Australian adults (≥18 years) stratified to the 2016 National Census for age, sex, state/territory of residence and rurality. Assessments based on self-report included demographics, breathlessness (modified Medical Research Council (mMRC) breathlessness scale), breathlessness duration (months/years) and underlying condition (multiple-choice question), breathlessness-related topics discussed (multiple-choice q

SUBMITTER: Kochovska S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12636879 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature