Adolescent patient involvement in discussions about relapsed or refractory cancer with oncology clinicians.

Adolescent patient involvement in conversations about relapsed or refractory cancer is limited and often focused on responding to questions and participating in the history questioning and physical examination. Adolescents play a more active role in conversations about their cancer care when clinicians direct communication toward them. This study highlights opportunities for clinicians to actively engage adolescents in discussions about their medical care.