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Table 1 Questionnaire content

From: Positive patient experiences in an Australian integrative oncology centre

Question

Measurement method

Previously identified theme

Q1. How do you feel immediately after a therapy session compared to when you first arrive?

9-point Likert scale

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Q2. In what ways do you feel better or worse?

Short answer response

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Q3. How important have complementary therapies been in gaining a sense of control over your own body/health?

Short answer response

Empowerment/sense of control

Q4. Would you recommend complementary therapies to other patients?

Yes or No

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Q5. If asked by another patient or medical professional what would you say was the best thing you have gained from the complementary therapies?

Short answer response

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Q6. What has been the biggest challenge?

Short answer response

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Q7. What impact, if any, do you think complementary therapy has had on your quality of life during or post treatment?

Short answer response

Wellbeing/quality of life

Q8. What other factors, positive or negative do you believe have contributed to your quality of life?

Short answer response

Wellbeing/quality of life

Q9. Will complementary therapies play a significant role in your future lifestyle?

Yes or No

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Q10. Before you started did you have any concerns/opinions/beliefs regarding complementary therapies?

Short answer response

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Q11. Do you get support from other individuals who participate in the SolarisCare services or from within the centre? (i.e. emotional, motivational, informational, social)

Short answer response

Support