Table 1.

Topic list

General

• Thoughts and opinions about medication use

• Medication decision-making

• Preventive and chronic medication in the last phase of life

• Medication deprescription

• Communication regarding medication

• Who were involved; their responsibilities and roles

Role of the nurse

• What is your opinion about the role of the nurse in decision-making about medication?

• In your opinion, which role can the nurse have in decision-making about medication?

• What is your experience regarding the collaboration of your physician and nurse relating to decision-making on the use of medication?

• Does the nurse have enough knowledge about the use of medication?

• Suppose the nurse would suggest your physician to … adjust/start/stop … what do you think about that?

• Suppose you/the patient would be at home/in hospital/in hospice? Who would be in charge of decision-making with respect to medication? What is the role of the nurse?