1

T o have friends nearby for support

75

86.6

2

To feel there is hope

56.7

98.3

3

To know the expected outcome

56.7

96.7

4

To be assured it is all right to leave the hospital for a while

56.7

95

5

To know specific facts concerning patient’s progress

51.7

95

6

To have questions answered honestly

51.7

98.3

7

To be assured the best possible care is being given

55

96.7

8

To feel that hospital personnel care about patient

50

96.7

9

To be told about transfer plans while they are being made

50

92.6