Table 2.

15 of the 28 initial values in the code list prior to the analysis of the empirical data

Perspectives	Initial codes
Paternalism	In the best interest of the patient
	Promoting and restoring health
	Providing relief and comfort
	Delivering good care
	Professional competence and integrity
Autonomy	Informing the patient
	Accepting the decisions of competent patients
	Respecting autonomy
	Respecting integrity
	Protecting human rights
Reciprocity	Participation
	Confidence
	Cooperation
	Consensus
	Involvement