Table 6 General suggestions based on chest CT reports

Suggestion for a patient

Frequency

 Follow-up with doctors

100%

 Follow-up with recommended appointments

100%

 Quit smoking

98%

 Maintain a healthy lifestyle

92%

Suggestion for a healthcare provider

Frequency

 Communicate the findings clearly to the patient

100%

 Schedule follow-up appointments

100%

 Encourage smoking cessation

98%

 Encourage a healthy lifestyle

65%

 Consider referral to a specialist

40%

 Monitor the nodule as recommended

39%

 Document the results in the patient’s medical record

18%

 Review report thoroughly

10%