Learning ObjectivesAfter completing this course, the reader will be able to:1. Appreciate the impact of humor in the interaction between patients and caregivers.2. Understand the literature and evidence base for the positive and negative roles of humor in oncology. PresentationTwo speakers presented their views on the use of humor in the medical setting and discussed its use when communicating with patients and between health care providers.They highlighted both the positive and negative aspects of a variety of humorous interactions. Staff and patients' personal and clinical details have been changed to protect their anonymity.Access and take the CME test online and receive 1 hour of AMA PRA category 1 credit at CME.TheOncologist.com CME CME This material is protected by U.S.

LEARNING OBJECTIVESAfter completing this course, the reader will be able to:1. Describe the fears that patients experience regarding death and the dying process.2. List the most successful methods caregivers can use to empathize with the dying patient.3. Discuss the benefits to physicians who share the emotional journey with patients during end-of-life care.Access and take the CME test online and receive 1 hour of AMA PRA category 1 credit at CME.TheOncologist.com CME CME This material is protected by U.S.