Tough choices: the experience of family members of critically ill patients participating in ECMO treatment decision-making: a descriptive qualitative study

Table 1 The interview guide

1. Talk a little about the patient’s condition.
2. What was your first reaction after the doctor recommended ECMO?
3. What did you consider after the doctor recommended ECMO?
4. Talk a little about your psychological feelings during the decision-making process.
5. How do you feel about this decision that you made now?
6. What do you think healthcare providers should do to help you in the decision-making process?

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