Table 1 Interview Questions

For Patients

• When you hear the term KSC^a, what do you think this means?

• If KSC is implemented in the clinic for elderly patients with kidney disease, what effect do you think it will have ?

• Under what circumstances do you think you would choose KSC?

• What do you think is your family’s attitude towards your acceptance of KSC?

• Do you have any concerns or concerns about using KSC?

For Healthcare professionals

(nephrologists and dialysis nurses)

• Combined with the current clinical practice in China, what is your opinion and attitude towards the implementation of KSC for end-stage elderly patients with kidney disease?

• What obstacles do you think would exist if KSC were implemented for elderly patients with advanced kidney disease in China?

• What factors do you think can promote the implementation of KSC in elderly patients with kidney disease in China?