Table 2 Meaning unit, codes and categories
From: Perspectives of paddy workers regarding the use of sunscreen: a theory-based qualitative research
Meaning Unit | Summarized meaning Unit | Code | Categories |
|---|---|---|---|
“I do not intend to use a sunscreen. I think using a wicker hat and long sleeve clothing will protect me well from sunlight.” | No intention to use sunscreen due to use other protectors | The tendency to use sun screen | Intention |
“I do not intend to use it, no one has ever taught us about the benefits of the cream. In this case, we may be able to use it in a proper way” | No intention to use sunscreen due to lake of knowledge | ||
“In the farming season, we are all busy and no one thinks about using sunscreen. Who has the time?” | Not using sunscreen due to lack of time | Time limitation | Perceived barriers |
“I know that not using sunscreen causes sunburn and rash, but I don’t have enough time to use it.” | |||
“I have never used sunscreen and I don’t think it is necessary for men to use it.” | Not using sunscreen due to gender | Gender limitation | |
“I have never used sunscreen because I think it is a kind of cosmetic.” | Not using sunscreen due to cosmetic nature | Cosmic limitation | |
“I have never used sunscreen. I use a straw hat instead and I think it has the same effect.” | Not using sunscreen due to using another protector | Using another shelter | |
“Being exposed to sunshine causes sunburn.” | Sunshine dangers | Hazards | Risk perception |
“Being exposed to sunshine causes rash and skin darkening.” | Sunshine dangers | ||
“I think, covering the skin against sunshine can be a prevent from skin cancer and I do not need additional planning method to use sunscreen” |  | Planning | Action planning |