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Table 4 Codes, subcategories and categories describing perceptions of quality of care

From: Perception of quality of care among residents of public nursing-homes in Spain: a grounded theory study

Codes

Subcategories

Categories

Description

Good will

Emotional competences

Aspects related to the persons providing care

Professional competences in nursing homes

Affection

Kindness

Cheerfulness

Humor

Warm care

Good manners and respect

Individualized care

Technical competences

  

Listening

Support

Calm and patience

No anonymity

Tact

Empathy

Suitable information

Specific training in Geriatrics

Round-the-clock care

Health care

Institutional aspects of the care’s process

Aspects related to the institutional quality standards

Specialized centers

Job stability

Work routines

  

No strict rules

Family participation in care

Cleaning

Facilities and services

Recreational activities