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Chapter 4 Research Method
Table 4.11: Example of initial codes, pattern codes, initial and outcome
proposition statements and subsequent themes for the interview and
observation data analysis
Code from
coding
guide/start
list
developed
from
concept
analysis
Resident
capacity
Initial
proposition
statement
Resident
capacity is a
factor in
experiencing
autonomy and
is enhanced
when it is
encouraged and
maintained.
Pattern codes Outcome
proposition
statement
1) Independence
versus dependence
Pattern Code 1(a):
Dependent on staff
not own ability.
Pattern Code 1(b):
Staff taking control.
Pattern Code 1(c):
Don’t presume
dependence.
2) Knowing the
residents’ abilities.
Pattern Code 2(a):
Encouragement.
Pattern Code 2(b):
Resident apathy.
Resident
capacity is a
factor in
experiencing
autonomy and
is enhanced
when it is
encouraged and
maintained. It
is about
knowing the
residents’
abilities and
about staff
sharing control.
Theme Sub-theme
Theme 1: The
Personal
Sub-theme
1a: The
Person:
“You are
being so
hands on
for them
and there
was no
need”.