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Table 1 Questions for patients to consider in cardio-oncology SDM discussions

From: Rationale and proposed framework for shared decision making in cardio-oncology

Are you more worried about your cancer or your heart condition?

Which is most important to you: longevity and survival, functional status and quality of life, or comfort and avoidance of pain/suffering?

Do you prefer a “less is more” approach or rather a “make sure all bases covered” approach – or do you fall somewhere in between?

Do you favor lifestyle interventions to minimize medications, or is it easier for you just to take medications because of other challenging circumstances?