Table 3.

Suggestions for future SMS interventions

Suggestion	Times identified (% of participants)
More face-to-face sessions	8 (12.7)
Integration with online/app interface	5 (7.9)
Specialized dietary intervention (ie, meal plans)	5 (7.9)
Ongoing support	5 (7.9)
Sessions after renal appointments at hospital	3 (4.8)
Structured, non-individualized approach	2 (3.2)
Involving HCPs	1 (1.6)
Enforced tracking/“homework”	1 (1.6)
Checklist for phone calls	1 (1.6)
Shorter program (6 weeks)	1 (1.6)
No phone sessions	1 (1.6)

Abbreviations: SMS, self-management support; HCPs, healthcare professionals.