Table 1 Thematic coding table
Theme | Sub-theme | Family Members (n = 12) | Age 60 + Group (n = 12) | Total (n = 24) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Perception of Death | Influence of religion on acceptance of death | 10 | 7 | 17 |
Heaven and Hell | 8 | 10 | 18 | |
Death as a natural and inevitable event | 6 | 12 | 18 | |
Fear of death | 12 | 3 | 15 | |
Personal Preferences | Quality of life takes precedence over longevity | 12 | 11 | 23 |
Fear of suffering and being a burden on others | 8 | 6 | 14 | |
Desire to die at home surrounded by family | 12 | 12 | 24 | |
Difficulty Discussing Death | Difficulty talking about death | 11 | 5 | 16 |
Fear of distressing and harming the other party | 11 | 4 | 15 | |
Lack of awareness regarding decision-making tools | 12 | 11 | 23 |