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A semi-structured interview outline based on literature review was used to conduct face-to-face interview. Tape-recorded data with notes were transcribed, and the content analysis method was applied to analyse the data and distil themes.<\/jats:p>\n               <\/jats:sec>\n               <jats:sec>\n                  <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                  <jats:p>After integration and analysis of 16 interview transcripts (n=16), the thematic analysis resulted in four themes supporting the overall findings, including seeking collaborative decision-making in palliative care, demand for appropriate healthcare resources, search for emotional respite and support in hospice settings and desire for knowledge and information about hospice care and heart failure. 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