SPIKES Protocol — SCE Medical Oncology MCQ

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A researcher describes the SPIKES protocol. What are the six steps?

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Correct answer: C — S=Setting, P=Perception, I=Invitation, K=Knowledge, E=Emotions, S=Strategy/Summary — structured approach for breaking bad news

SPIKES (Baile et al Oncologist 2000): Setting up → Perception → Invitation → Knowledge → Emotions → Strategy. Most widely taught bad-news framework in oncology.

Reference: SPIKES Baile et al Oncologist 2000; ESMO Communication