Uncertainty in Illness: An Integrative Review

The purpose of this article is to report an integrative review of uncertainty in the illness experience, describe the uncertainty in illness theory, and to discuss the importance of assessing the appraisal of uncertainty experienced in illness with individuals and families faced with illness.

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