Table 1 An example of coding and development of categories and themes
From: Management of COVID-19-related challenges faced by EMS personnel: a qualitative study
Meaning units | Coding | Category | Theme |
|---|---|---|---|
Sometimes, we do not even have a pair of gloves, a simple mask or a special gown and go on missions in great fear. The severe shortage of PPE in pre-hospital emergency care prevents the personnel from providing quality care to COVID-19 patients (Participant 21) | Shortage of personal protective equipment | Provision and distribution of adequate PPE for the personnel | Provision of medical equipment |