Coding framework based on the conceptual health promotion model
| Coding category | Description |
| Cognitive component | Texts were coded into this category when statements described lifestyle modifications, medications and symptom management. |
| Supportive components | Texts were coded into this category when statements assessed the patient’s or partner’s need of support, partner’s caregiver burden, modifying caregiver behaviour, strengthening self-care behaviour. |
| Behavioural components | Texts were coded into this category when statements described barriers to lifestyle modifications, strategies to improve or maintain self-care behaviour, intentions, abilities and self-efficacy regarding self-care, planning for the future. |