Which statement best defines palliative care in oncology according to the National Cancer Institute?
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Correct answer: Care to improve quality of life at any stage, alongside curative treatment
The NCI defines palliative care as care to improve quality of life for patients with serious illness, applicable at any stage and not limited to end-of-life or hospice.
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