Table 2 Major Themes and Corresponding Sub-themes.

From: Experiences of healthcare professionals returning to work post breast cancer diagnosis in China: A descriptive qualitative study

Major themes

Sub-themes

1. Return to Work: Willingness and Conflicts

 

2. Cancer Progression Anxiety

 

3. Physical and Mental Re-Awareness

(1) Decreased Physical Ability

(2) Frustration and Diminished Self-Esteem

4. Reflection and Re-planning

(1) Past Self-Questioning

(2) Active Life Re-planning

(3) Revitalizing Life’s Value,

(4) Career Changes: Coping and Adapting

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