Table 1. Correlation between end-of-life discussion questions and Templer's DAS.
Question | Pearson Correlation (r) with Tempter's Death Anxiety Score | P |
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1. I am comfortable with my physician bringing up conversations about how to make my transition to the end of life easier. | −0.08 | 0.4 |
2. I am comfortable discussing end-of-life issues with my family members, such as DNR orders and how to handle my affairs once I am gone. | −0.23 | 0.008 |
3. I am comfortable with my physician discussing end-of-life issues such as DNR orders. | −0.13 | 0.14 |
4. I openly talk with my family about end-of-life issues (eg, DNR orders, handling my affairs) | −0.29 | 0.001 |
Bold values indicate statistical significance (P < 0.05).