Table 2 Summaries of differences between 1st and 2nd interview codes
Themes | 1st Interview | 2nd Interview |
|---|---|---|
Stress and changes | ||
  • Work | Reduced patient visits in the private sector | Workload back to normal Risk reduced when patients practiced standard operating procedures (SOPs) although some patients still needed to be reminded |
  • Home | Fear of transmitting the virus to family and friends The stigma of being a PHCW | More acceptance of PHCWs within the social circle Other activities were opening eg: school |
  • Leisure activities | Unable to go for a jog Switched to sedentary activity | Continue to observe SOPs Positive feeling about economy Usual activity was returning to normal |
Emotional changes | ||
  • Positive | Starting a new hobby and having more time for themselves Felt reassured with factual information relayed in daily press conference given by the Ministry of Health | Visited parents at hometown and more social interaction with neighbors Went for a holiday Family more receptive, less stressed about risk |
  • Negative | Stressed and sad because of movement restriction order, unable to meet a loved one Worried about infection risk or family members who were vulnerable | Fear of children getting COVID-19 as school reopened |
Modifying factors | ||
  • Social support | Supportive working colleagues Challenges at home from unsupportive family members | Could identify more support at home and at work |
  • Attitude/ Spirituality | Trust in God with the hope that he would ease everything | Felt content and happy Confident with the government and workplace leader |
  • Information | The need for more information Medical knowledge and training were sources of confidence | Information provided in a regular roll call was useful Relied only on trusted sources |