Table 1 Examples of the analysis process
Unit of meaning | Condensed unit of meaning | Code | Subtheme | Theme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
A deviation from normal values was the pulse rate of 110 beats/minute; the patient was thus recommended for the see-and-treat approach | The RETTS colour was yellow, but the patient was recommended for the see-and-treat approach | Incorrect referral by the EMS clinician | RETTS colour | Guidelines |
Deficiencies in anamnesis and in the examination of patients, as well as lack of differential diagnoses, leading to premature closure | Unstructured interview technique and patient assessment | Lack of compliance to the advanced medical life-support system | Prehospital assessment of adult patients | Patient assessment |
Lack of teamwork and shared decision making, which were a possible contributing factor to the shortcomings in patient assessment | Lack of teamwork and shared decision making impacts patient assessment | Negative workplace culture | Workplace culture | Environment and organisation |