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Sample characteristics of interviewees (n = 16).
| Nurse characteristics | n (%) | Mean (SD) |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Male | 2 (12) | |
| Female | 14 (88) | |
| Nurse type | ||
| Practice nurse | 11 (69) | |
| Diabetes nurse | 5 (31) | |
| Patient population | ||
| Diabetes type 1 and/or 2 | 5 (31) | |
| Chronic patientsa | 11 (69) | |
| Age | 44.9 (9.7) | |
| Years of working as a nurse | 9.4 (6.4) | |
| Weekly consultation hours | 24.3 (6.7) | |
SD: standard deviation.
Including patients with diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, and cardiovascular risk management.
