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Table 1 Interpretation of PCAT-AE Domains

From: The quality of primary care in community health centers: comparison among urban, suburban and rural users in Shanghai, China

Domain

Number of items

Interpretation

1. First contact-utilization

3

General routine examination, first diagnosis of new health problems, etc.

2.First contact-accessibility

10

Business hours, receiving medical treatment in one day, telephone consultation, evening home visit, appointment for general physical examination, waiting time, difficulty obtaining medical treatment, expectation value, etc.

3.Ongoing care

14

Receiving care from the same physician/nurse, communication with medical staff, understanding of living and health conditions, etc.

4.Coordination (Referral system)

8

Referral service between primary care and specialists

5.Coordination (Information system)

3

Previous medical records

6.Comprehensiveness (Services available)

32

Available medical services in the CHC

7.Comprehensiveness (Services provided)

6

Some of the services involved in the process

8.Family-centeredness

4

Family involvement in medical procedures, family history

9.Community orientation

5

Family visit, understanding of regional health issues, listening to others

10.Cultural competence

2

Recommended to relatives and friends