The attitudes of cancer patients and their families toward the disclosure of terminal illness

摘要: Purpose To ascertain the attitude of cancer patients and their families toward disclosure terminal illness to patient. Patients Methods We constructed a questionnaire that included demographic clinical information delivered it 758 consecutive individuals (433 325 have relative with cancer) at seven university hospitals one national center in Korea. Results 380 member from each 281 completed questionnaire. Cancer were more likely than family members believe should be informed (96.1% v 76.9%; P < .001). Fifty percent 78.3% thought doctor charge who informs Additionally, 71.7% 43.6% immediately after diagnosis. Stepwise multiple logistic regression in...