2. Methods
2.1. Design
In this qualitative study, data were collected through semistructured and indepth interviews. This technique gives participants to express their opinions and perceptions freely about all the topics on the guide [29], and to ensure the researchers obtain a more in-depth understanding of healthcare providers’ perceptions of barriers in implementing home telecare. This research was approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) of a Medical Center in Southern Taiwan (IRB Serial No.: 10204-C01).