About The Study: In this qualitative study of serious illness conversations among patients with hematologic malignant neoplasms, their caregivers, and clinicians, clinicians’ attentiveness to patients’ and caregivers’ oscillating readiness enabled prognostic dialogue. Prognostic uncertainty served as a constructive element and resource rather than a barrier, supporting patients’ preparation for the end of life while continuing to live meaningfully.
Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Cæcilie Borregaard Myrhøj, RN, MScN, PhD, email caecilie.borregaard.myrhoej@regionh.dk .
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