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Authors :
Foley, Gen
Copeland, Donna R.
Davis, Anne Benner
Merchant, Thomas E.
Source :
Cancer Practice. May98, Vol. 6 Issue 3, p137-137. 1p.
Publication Year :
1998

Abstract

Comments on the importance of disclosing cancer diagnosis to patients. Significance of cultural values in transmitting information; Changes in the attitudes of healthcare professionals in disclosing diagnosis; Association of non-disclosure with unrecognized need for self-protection and lack of communication skills.

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Subjects :
*DISCLOSURE
*CANCER diagnosis
*PATIENTS
*CARING

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Language :
English
ISSN :
10654704
Volume :
6
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Cancer Practice
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
5988247
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1046/j.1523-5394.1998.006003137.x
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