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Table 1 Main categories and subcategories of experiences of EMS personnel in EDM

From: Experiences of pre-hospital emergency medical personnel in ethical decision-making: a qualitative study

Main categories

Subcategories

Respecting client’s values

Protecting privacy/confidentiality

Respecting client’s opinions and beliefs

Respecting client’s wishes.

performing tasks within the professional manner

Professional commitment

Maintaining the professional dignity

Performing the tasks within the framework of the regulation

Personal characteristic

Inner values and beliefs

Professional experiences