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Table 2 Description of the analysis process

From: Ethical competence in DNR decisions –a qualitative study of Swedish physicians and nurses working in hematology and oncology care

Interview transcript

Initial coding framework

Final coding framework

  

Subcategory

Category

Theme

“Sometimes I think the information requirement is a little too rigid. I know that in practice, it isn’t followed. And I can therefore find it unnecessary, because it places blame on health professionals for not discussing, when they have actually tried to be humane and compassionate in the situation.”

The request for information is perceived as rigid and can produce unnecessary guilt if not followed.

Obstacle

The role of guidelines

Ethics in relation to DNR decisions