Table 1 An example of data analysis
Meaning units | Primary codes | Subcategories | Categories |
|---|---|---|---|
I feared patients with schizophrenia, specifically those who were tall and giant. They look at you in a different way (P. 23). We are not secure in this ward. Occupational stress and fear are very great. Of course, outsiders may not feel so (P. 18). | Fear over patients with schizophrenia Occupational stress due to feeling insecure | Fear over patient assault | Concerns over patients |
In the first days, I had fear over patient assault due to my limited knowledge about them and their conditions (P. 21). I had not adequately experienced psychiatric wards during my studentship. Hence, I felt great stress in the first days of my work in this ward even when I wanted to establish effective communication with patients (P. 20). | Fear over being injured by patients due to having little knowledge about them, their conditions, and how to establish effective communication with them | Fear due to unfamiliarity with patients and their conditions |