37
Participants
Start Date
October 25, 2020
Primary Completion Date
July 25, 2022
Study Completion Date
January 19, 2023
Oncolo-GIST
"Behavioral: Oncolo-GIST Oncolo-GIST is a brief, manualized communication intervention that guides oncologists in gist communication by itemizing 4 key steps in the process of imparting prognostic information.~Topics covered include:~Principles of introducing prognosis in the setting of worsened scan results Coupling communicating realistic prognoses with psychological support (e.g., saying average life-expectancy is months… with emphasizing that the oncology team will always provide care for you) Addressing informational needs and psychological reactions Applying proven techniques for supporting patients who are reluctant to discuss prognosis.~The 4-step guide will include brief video-clips of demonstrating each talking point with a standardized patient, including ideal scenarios, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to respond to patient reactions that are particularly challenging, such as responding to optimism, death anxiety, and reliance on faith."
Usual Care Arm
Oncologists will provide care in non-specific manner.
Weill Cornell Medical Center, New York
National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR)
NIH
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
OTHER