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In which phase of illness would a patient typically experience 'awaiting treatment'?
In which phase of illness would a patient typically experience 'awaiting treatment'?
- After being informed about the diagnosis (correct)
- Finding a suspicious symptom
- Failure of treatment
- Surviving cancer
When does the role of a psycho-oncologist in advanced care planning become crucial?
When does the role of a psycho-oncologist in advanced care planning become crucial?
- Recurrence or progression of disease
- Approaching the end of life (correct)
- Discharge from hospital
- Change or end of treatment
In which treatment setting would the role of a psycho-oncologist be most significant?
In which treatment setting would the role of a psycho-oncologist be most significant?
- Children
- Surviving cancer
- Geriatric group
- Advanced phase of illness (correct)
What is the primary focus of psycho-oncology?
What is the primary focus of psycho-oncology?
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What is the significance of clinical practice guidelines for psychosocial cancer care?
What is the significance of clinical practice guidelines for psychosocial cancer care?
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Why is meeting the psychosocial needs of persons with cancer essential?
Why is meeting the psychosocial needs of persons with cancer essential?
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