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Recommendations for clinicians
| Prepare for visits (get to know the individual) |
| Give thorough explanations possibly through use of decision aids |
| Be patient |
| Personalize as much as possible |
| Have a good attitude |
| Address quality of life |
One participant suggested giving patients a multiple choice or true/false quiz before treatment to ensure they know the risks and benefits
