Dependability concerns how researchers address inconsistencies in data collection that may occur over time. To avoid inconsistencies, the interview guide was followed. However, evolving insights are expected in qualitative research as new questions arise based on responses to the interview questions, and topics and ideas generated in the
groups were brought forth to subsequent groups for discussion (Graneheim & Lundman, 2004). Transferability is a judgment made by readers who decide if findings are applicable beyond the participants (Graneheim & Lundman, 2004). The authenticity of participants’ experiences as expressed in their own words and demographic information provided evidence for readers to gage transferability.