Table V.

Patients’ preferences concerning their relationships with their doctors

Model description	Model name	Patient’s role	n (%)
The doctor manages my entire treatment, takes care of me, does not shift the responsibility to take the decision on to me, takes the full responsibility for the decision and limits our conversations on my condition to the minimum.	Paternalistic	Passive	16 (5.1)
The doctor is sure that what he or she is doing is right. In our direct contact, he or she focuses on facts and does not reveal his or her feelings. When asked a question, he or she gives a matter-of-fact and comprehensive answer, while remaining reserved and professional.	Informative	Active	59 (18.8)
The doctor talks me through the phases of the treatment, prognosis, the need to do more tests, and have more consultations in detail. He or she allows me to participate in the decision about my further treatment and asks for my opinion.	Based on partnership	Collective	187 (59.6)
The doctor takes my feelings into account, adjusts the communication to my mood and expectations. He or she frequently shows support, offers consolation, and does not limit our conversation to medical subjects. I feel that the doctor cares about me.	Based on dialogue and empathy	Emotive	52 (16.6)