Table 2. Adherence to treatment categories and subcategories among patients with coronary artery disease during the COVID-19 pandemic .

Category	Subcategory
Improved self-care in the shadow of COVID-19	Improving self-care due to fear of COVID-19
	Utilization of alternative strategies
	Reinforcement of self-care beliefs
Redefinition of support systems	Need for a support system
	Seeking for alternative support systems
	Changes in social interactions
Barriers to treatment adherence	Shortage of financial resources
	Need to adjust with working conditions
	Mental conflicts