Which of the following methods provides an organized, coordinated approach to cancer treatment?
a. Internet groups providing information on nontraditional treatment programs out of the country
b. survivors' group comparing information and disseminating it to others with cancer
c. the use of clinical trials and the resultant data to improve therapy and increase survival
d. specialized hospitals and cancer specialists providing training workshops
C
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A Incorrect. Internet groups, survivors' group comparisons, and workshops are not effective methodologies for providing an organized, coordinated approach to cancer treatment.
B Incorrect. Internet groups, survivors' group comparisons, and workshops are not effective methodologies for providing an organized, coordinated approach to cancer treatment.
C Correct. The use of clinical trials and their resultant data have provided health care practitioners with an organized, coordinated approach to cancer treatment. Clinical trials evolve into protocols or guidelines for use then treating a specific disease.
D Incorrect. Internet groups, survivors' group comparisons, and workshops are not effective methodologies for providing an organized, coordinated approach to cancer treatment.
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