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Table 1 example of manifest content analysis

From: Nursing & parental perceptions of neonatal care in Central Vietnam: a longitudinal qualitative study

Code (meaning unit)

Condensed unit/category (frequency count at each time point)

Sub theme

Theme

“The relationship with the doctors and nurses is much better than before. Previously we have long distances and work under their command but after the training we become more intimate and interactive” (T2 N6)

Improved communication

T1:0%

T2:46%

T3:81%

professional role

Perception of nursing role

“Some of the parents have improper manners with me because they are too worried about their children” (T3 N3)

Challenges in parent relationships

T1:6%

T2:38%

T3:50%

Challenges to nursing role