TABLE 1.

Topic guide

A. Introduction to the research/interview by researcher

Short explanation of the goal of the interview

Explanation of confidentiality and anonymity

Permission for audio taping

B. Substantive part of the interview

Case of an incurable patient who had to decide on treatment with a life‐prolonging yet non‐curative intent (given by nurse)

Current role and ideal role for involvement in treatment decision‐making

Types of treatment decisions

Points during treatment trajectory at which nurse is involved

Position with respect to other healthcare professionals

Tools/interventions supporting involvement in life‐prolonging decision‐making

Goals within conversations with patients

Stimulating and restraining factors for fulfilling his/her role

Examples: work culture, organization, knowledge and expertise, type of patient, cooperation with other departments/healthcare professionals, workflows, communication

Requirements for fulfilling his/her role

Different levels: manager/organization, colleagues, individual

C. Conclusion of the interview

Issues that were not addressed