Table 3 Relationship between categories and subcategories
Category | Subcategories |
|---|---|
Feelings evoked by the LD-letter | The LD-letter does not induce pressure to donate. The LD-letter does not affect the relationship between the potential donor and the patient. The LD-letter makes the receiver feel important in the transplant process. |
The LD-letter creates clarification and trust | The LD-letter clarifies that the decision to volunteer as donor is the letter-receiver’s decision. |
The LD-letter clarifies the patient’s phase in the transplant process. | |
The LD-letter unburdens the patient from approaching and informing potential donors. | |
Opinions and suggestions about the LD-letter and further communication. | A letter is preferred as the first step for communication regarding LKDT. Opinions and suggestions regarding style and content of the LD-letter. |
Opinions and suggestions regarding follow-up of the LD-letter. | |
Need for meetings about LKDT. |