Table 4.

Number of tweets per modifiable dimension

Modifiable dimension of patient experience	Number of tweets	Examples of tweets
Physical symptoms	270	“I am having a temporary nephrostomy this morning... With a view to then getting the radiotherapy done then performing a stent exchange” – 15 June 2016
Psychological and cognitive symptoms	213	“I’m not sure I can do this.” – 3 April 2016
Social relationships and support	85	“Everybody being so lovely both in public & behind the scenes on Twitter. Thank you so much. Love our virtual family very much” – 8 May 2016
Economic demands and care giving needs	85	“After seeing my lovely palliative care nurse this a.m. we’ve decided hospice admission for symptom control best course of action.” – 8 July 2016
Hopes and expectations	51	“Perhaps I should just accept #deathbedlive is closer than I hoped it was & get my final preparations finished.” - 29 March 2016
Spiritual and existential beliefs	7	“A comfortable night, just one would be so appreciated if anyone is listening. Running on empty and a nonstop few days coming up.” – 3 March 2016