Teaching patients how to improve communication with their health care providers: a unique workshop experience.
作者信息
Fisch Michael, Zichi Cohen Marlene, Rutledge Cheryl, Cripe Larry D
机构信息
Department of Palliative Care and Rehabilitation Medicine, The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas 77030-4009, USA.
出版信息
J Cancer Educ. 2003 Winter;18(4):188-93. doi: 10.1207/s15430154jce1804_5.
BACKGROUND
A one-day workshop was held to educate cancer patients about improving communication with their cancer care providers.
METHODS
The workshop included three sessions: 1) Getting through the Diagnosis/Prognosis Phase, 2) Exploring Treatment Options, and 3) Asking Difficult Questions (when medicines no longer work).
RESULTS
Qualitative and survey data revealed that many participated in order to share their experiences with others rather than to be taught effective communication skills. Humor, spirituality, and the association between cancer and death were prevalent issues.
CONCLUSION
This workshop represented an enjoyable and informative venue for approaching communication issues from patients' and family members' perspective.
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