Table 2 Theme and subthemes
Theme | Subtheme |
|---|---|
Fluctuating between hope and Despair | Emotional distress A dying loved one Caregiver’s burden Lack of preparation and support |
Wandering Dilemma | Patient is a unique individual Desire to do the right thing Futile care Euthanasia |
Ethical decision making | Keeping patient safe Maintaining human dignity Having a peaceful death Patients’ best interests Nondisclosure of diagnosis Adherence to tradition and religion |