Highest and lowest MPP ratings
Highest ratings MPP Mean (SD)
My doctor describing all of my treatment options in detail 4.35 (0.81)
My doctor telling me the best treatment option 4.35 (0.75)
My doctor being up to date on research on my type of cancer 4.34 (0.69)
Having my doctor take the time to answer all of my questions completely 4.32 (0.77)
Having my doctor give me his/her full attention 4.25 (0.83)
Being given enough time to ask all of my questions about my cancer and the available treatments 4.24 (0.74)
My doctor letting me know all of the different treatment options 4.21 (0.77)
Having the doctor be honest with me about the severity of my condition 4.19 (0.92)
Waiting until all test results are in and he/she is certain about the news before telling me 4.17 (0.85)
Being given detailed information about the results of medical tests 4.14 (0.80)
Lowest ratings MPP  
My doctor telling me about support services that are available to me 3.82 (0.88)
Being told in person rather than over the phone 3.71 (1.11)
Being told in a private, quiet setting 3.69 (1.07)
Telling me it’s ok if I become upset 3.66 (0.95)
Having the doctor tell me about resources in the community 3.57 (0.96)
Having the doctor inform my family members about my prognosis 3.52 (1.14)
Having another health care provider present to offer support and information 3.51 (1.08)
Having the doctor inform my family members about my diagnosis 3.49 (1.17)
Having my doctor maintain eye contact during the meeting 3.39 (1.12)
My doctor helps me to figure out how to tell my family and friends about the cancer 3.38 (1.17)