Patient-provider agreement on guidelines for preparation for breast cancer treatment

Guidelines for breast cancer treatment were evaluated by groups of cancer patients, doctors, and nurses. Results of this study showed different groups had different priorities. Doctors gave some aspects of preparation lower priorities, while patients and nurses emphasized consistent information, patient assistance, and a medical team that prepares patients.
Guidelines for preparing cancer patients for threatening medical procedures were developed and refined and their perceived relevance and importance rated by three concerned groups--84 breast cancer patients, 64 doctors, and [...]