Erschienen in:
01.12.2010
Oncology Residents’ Perspectives on Communication Skills and Shared Decision Making
verfasst von:
Rajiv Samant, Inge Aivas, Jean-Marc Bourque, Tara Tucker
Erschienen in:
Journal of Cancer Education
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Ausgabe 4/2010
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Abstract
Shared decision making (SDM) and effective communication are essential components of cancer care. Residents in oncology-related specialties were surveyed about communication skills and SDM. The response rate was 77% (17/22), and 93% stated that communication skills were very important for their specialty. Most (76%) thought their communication skills were adequate, but areas of difficulty included discussing end-of-life issues, giving hope when the prognosis was bleak and dealing with hostile patients. Only 58% of respondents had heard the term SDM, and 29% were aware of its meaning. More SDM and communication training are required for future oncology physicians.