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Table 1 Overview of themes and sub-themes that developed from the structural analysis of interviews with the high level decision-makers about ethical dilemmas.

From: Ethical challenges related to elder care. High level decision-makers' experiences

Themes

Sub-themes

Lack of good care

Vulnerable patients in inappropriate care settings

Poor and disrespectful interactions

Weaknesses in medical support

Lack of agreement concerning care

Abandoned ideals vs. budget realities

Dissimilar focuses between the caring system

Justness in the distribution of care and deficient information