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Table 5 Factors that influence the grounds for FPs to rely on DNs

From: Family physicians' experiences when collaborating with district nurses in home care-based medical treatment. A grounded theory study

Satisfactory grounds for relying on the DN

Unsatisfactory grounds for relying on the DN

• Working conditions: DNs' working conditions are good enough

• Working conditions: DNs' working conditions are problematic

• Attitude: DNs have a positive attitude towards collaborating with FP

• Attitude: DNs do not have a positive attitude towards collaborating

• Disease: Type of disease that DNs can manage

• Disease: Type of disease that DNs have problems handling