Qualitative Data Analysis Approach Research Articles

Social Media English in Nigeria and the New Crime Wave

This study explores the social media English in Nigeria and the new crime wave. Utilizing the theoretical frameworks of systemic functional linguistics and forensic linguistics, the study adopts a qualitative data analysis approach to examine the linguistic devices used in the portrayal of criminal activities. The research delves into the language of crime, reviewing related literature and analyzing selected posts for their use of specific linguistic devices. These devices include slang and code words, metaphors and euphemisms, sensational headlines, and biased language. The study reveals that these linguistic devices play a crucial role in the construction and perception of criminal activities on social media platforms. Slang and code words, for instance, often serve as a form of coded communication among criminals, while metaphors and euphemisms are used to downplay the severity of criminal acts or to disguise illegal activities. Sensational headlines and biased language, on the other hand, can influence public opinion and perpetuate stereotypes about crime and criminals. This study contributes to the understanding of how language is used in the context of crime on social media platforms, offering valuable insights for law enforcement agencies, policy makers, and researchers in the fields of linguistics and criminology. It underscores the need for further research in this area, particularly in the era of digital communication where language plays a pivotal role in shaping societal narratives about crime.

Metaphors and masculine language as breaking female stereotypes in dangdut songs lyrics with vulgar content

Masculine refers to a specific construction of masculinity that is targeted towards men. Men do not inherently possess masculine traits; instead, masculinity is moulded by cultural influences. The association of masculinity with gender stereotypes in Indonesia arises from a subjective misunderstanding of the qualities of a particular group. Song lyrics containing explicit content, particularly those portraying women in derogatory or overly sexualised ways, might contribute to the establishment and perpetuation of detrimental gender stereotypes. The objective of this study is to examine the manifestation of masculinity in the explicit lyrics of dangdut songs and explore their potential to challenge gender stereotypes associated with women. This study uses a content analysis methodology to deconstruct the symbolic significance of masculine language in music lyrics. Data is collected with songs picked based on three factors (kind of music, song words, and song aspect). The music included are dangdut songs, specifically the three most widely circulated songs in 2023. The selected song lyrics consist of words, phrases, and sentences employed in a vulgar manner. The utilised aspects pertain to masculine attributes, gender-based archetypes, explicit content in song lyrics, and metaphoric expressions. Data analysis procedures carried out using qualitative data analysis approaches might include flexibility. Dangdut employs explicit content as a means of challenging gender norms using a qualitative descriptive method. The research findings indicate that the filthy dangdut songs titled "Ngidam Pentol," "Becekin Adek Bang," and "Jagung Rebus" exhibit different expressions of feminine masculinity. These expressions can be observed through the symbolic significance of the song lyrics, specifically in the form of sulking due to unfulfilled ambitions. Women engage in sexual activity with males, therefore challenging the idea that women are meek, courteous, and well-behaved.

Investigating pre-service teachers’ perceptions on readability tools: a case study in Indonesia

<span lang="EN-US">The readability tools allow us to measure the readability of a text. The previous studies have elaborated the use of readability tools to analyze reading materials, but it is relatively sparse regarding the teaching of readability tools especially involving the second language teaching education (SLTE) program as a context. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the acceptance of pre-service English as a foreign language (EFL) teacher upon readability text tools. It covers their acceptance towards the tools, the extent to how the pre-service teachers accept the Web-FX and Readability Analyzer as readability tools and seeks for participants’ concerns using the tools. The study was conducted at one English Language Education Study Program at in East Java, Indonesia, involving 33 third-year undergraduate students taking pre-teaching program. Having incorporated a qualitative data analysis approach on the students’ text analysis reports and interviews, the study revealed that the participants have positive acceptance of the tools for several reasons. Some final concerns from pre-service teachers after readability tools teachings are presented, including suggestions for future research related to readability tools.</span>

Curricular Reform in Serious Illness Communication and Palliative Care: Using Medical Students' Voices to Guide Change.

To gather and leverage the voices of students to drive creation of required, integrated palliative care curricula within undergraduate medical education in Massachusetts, which is lacking in a majority of U.S. medical schools. The study was conducted by the Massachusetts Medical Schools' Collaborative, a working group committed to ensuring all medical students in Massachusetts receive foundational training in serious illness communication (SIC) and palliative care. Eight focus groups (2 per participating medical school) were conducted during January-May 2021 and included a total of 50 students from Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Tufts University School of Medicine, and the UMass Chan Medical School. Data collected from focus groups were discussed and coded. Themes were identified using the immersion/crystallization qualitative data analysis approach. Six key themes emerged. Students viewed SIC as essential to high-quality medical practice regardless of specialty, and believed training in SIC skills and palliative care should be required in medical school curricula. Students preferred to learn and practice these skills using frameworks, particularly in real-world situations. Students recognized the expertise of palliative care specialists and described them as a scarce, often misunderstood resource in health care. Students reported it was mostly "luck" if they were included in family meetings and observed good role models. Finally, students desired practice in debriefing after difficult and emotional situations. This study confirms long-standing themes on students' experiences with SIC and palliative care topics, including feeling inadequately prepared to care for seriously ill patients as future physicians. Our study collected students' perspectives as actionable data to develop recommendations for curricular change. Collaborative faculty also created recommendations based on the focus group data for immediate and ongoing SIC and palliative care curricular change in Massachusetts, which can apply to medical schools nationwide.

A Quasi-experimental study on the effectiveness of primary caregiver social support capacity on self-management practices of clients living with type II diabetes in Machakos county, Kenya

Background: Diabetes is a fast-growing public health emergency, projected to affect 643 million people by 2045. While primary caregiver social support can influence the self-management practices of Type 2 diabetes (T2D) clients, there's often limited capacity to provide it. The study determined the effectiveness of enhanced caregivers' social support capacity on self-management practices of T2D clients in Machakos. Methods: A six-month quasi-experimental study design that adopted quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis approaches. Primary caregivers at the Matungulu intervention site were trained on T2D self-management and types of social support, with no intervention conducted at the Masinga control site. Results: Over 90% of the 227 primary caregivers were female, with a mean age of 43.28, supporting approximately three T2D clients each. Post-intervention, a 27.2% change in capacity to identify all T2D self-management practices was noted compared to a 7.6% change in the control group. The greatest contribution was in the primary caregivers' ability to provide tangible, followed by emotional and informational social support, resulting in a statistically significant improvement in the self-management practices in the intervention site, B=0.140 (95% CI: 0.072, 0.208), t=4.046, p<0.001. Consequently, the difference in blood glucose levels was statistically significant, crude OR=3.213 [95% CI: 2.039, 5.063], p<0.001. Conclusions: Enhanced capacity to provide social support positively correlates with the T2D clients' self-management practices. Further investigation of factors that hinder the full realization of primary caregiver social support capacity benefits in improving self-management capacities among T2D clients is recommended.

UK flockdown: A survey of smallscale poultry keepers and their understanding of governmental guidance on highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI)

The scale of the current outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) due to the A/H5N1 virus in the United Kingdom is unprecedented. In addition to its economic impact on the commercial poultry sector, the disease has devastated wild bird colonies and represents a potential public health concern on account of its zoonotic potential. Although the implementation of biosecurity measures is paramount to reducing the spread of HPAI in domestic and commercial settings, little is known about the attitudes and perspectives of backyard poultry keepers, who often keep their flocks in close proximity to the public. A large nationwide survey of backyard poultry keepers was undertaken in December 2021–March 2022, contemporaneous with the enforcement of an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) and additional housing measures in England, Scotland and Wales. The survey explored keepers’ understanding of the clinical manifestations of HPAI, compliance with housing and biosecurity measures, attitudes towards obligatory culling on confirmation of HPAI in their flocks, and the potential use of vaccination to control HPAI. Summary statistical analysis of the closed question responses was supplemented with qualitative data analysis and corpus linguistic approaches to draw out key themes and salient patterns in responses to open text questions. Survey responses were received from 1559 small-scale poultry keepers across the United Kingdom. Awareness of the HPAI outbreak was very high (99.0%). The majority of respondents learned of it via social media (53%), with Defra (49.7%), British Hen Welfare Trust (33.8%) and the APHA (22.0%) identified as the principal sources of information. Analysis revealed that backyard keepers lacked knowledge of the clinical signs of avian influenza and legal requirements relating to compliance with biosecurity measures. Some respondents dismissed the seriousness of HPAI and were unwilling to comply with the measures in force. The issue of obligatory culling proved highly emotive, and some expressed a lack of trust in authorities. Most respondents (93.1%) indicated a willingness to pay for vaccination if the option was available. Communications on biosecurity measures that are relevant to large-scale industrial setups are inappropriate for backyard contexts. Understanding the barriers that backyard keepers face is essential if official agencies are to communicate biosecurity information effectively to such groups. Lack of trust in authorities is likely to make elimination of the virus in the UK difficult. We make recommendations for tailoring HPAI-related information for backyard contexts, to aid future HPAI control measures in the UK.

ESG themes of the restaurant industry: a comparison between full-service and limited-service restaurants

ABSTRACT Considering the increasing significance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) in the corporate world, an exploration of ESG reporting in the hospitality context has received limited attention. Accordingly, based on the stakeholder and institutional theories, this study proposes to reveal the overall and contemporary status of the restaurant industry’s ESG practices and further compare the ESG engagements of full-service restaurants and limited-service restaurants. This study collects data from publicly traded restaurant companies’ ESG reports and employs automated content analysis based on a computer-assisted qualitative data analysis approach. The findings of this study provide value to the ESG literature and practical implications

Rapid Group Analysis Process (Rap-GAP): A Novel Approach to Expedite Qualitative Health Research Data Analysis

To contribute to healthcare improvements, qualitative health research must adapt to the demanding pace of constantly changing healthcare practices and policies. To meet this challenge, researchers need methods for rigorous and rapid data analysis. This article introduces the Rapid Group Analysis Process (Rap-GAP), a new approach for rapid qualitative data analysis. This method is more efficient than other rapid qualitative analysis methods. It allows for the direct involvement of diverse participants in the analysis process, including patients or healthcare decision-makers with limited qualitative research experience, while keeping the analysis grounded in the primary data (e.g., transcripts). These attributes make Rap-GAP a unique and valuable alternative to traditional qualitative analysis. This article describes the 5-step Rap-GAP process and 3 case studies that demonstrate how to use the method and adapt it for different analytical goals. Future research will evaluate and describe the outcomes of Rap-GAP compared to traditional qualitative analysis.

Documenting the implementation processes and effects of the data use initiatives in primary health care settings in Tanzania: A before-after mixed methods study protocol.

The use of data in decision making and planning in primary health care settings is critical for improving efficiency and health outcomes for patients and communities. Implementation research can be used to fully understand the effects, context, challenges, and facilitators of data use, as well as how to scale up data use interventions. However, in the context of low resource settings, little is known about how implementation research can be employed to assess the implementation and impact of data use interventions. We will conduct a hybrid type 2 effectiveness-implementation study employing a mixed method controlled before and after design to measure the effects of data use interventions while simultaneously understanding the implementation of those initiatives. The controlled before and after entails measurement of the effects of the interventions at baseline and end line in a matched intervention and control health facilities using structured questionnaire to health workers (n = 440) and existing patients (n = 422) while also extracting selected health outcome variable from routine data in all participating health facilities (n = 80). The mixed methods component entails measuring the implementation outcomes (adoption, acceptability, fidelity and maintenance) and their moderators entails the integration of both quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis, and interpretation (i.e. mixed methods) approach by using a structured questionnaire to implementers (health workers and managers) (n = 400). Experiential dimensions of implementation processes and moderators will be explored using qualitative interviews. Guided by implementation research theories and frameworks, a theory of change (TOC) is developed first to guide the evaluation of implementation processes and effects of the interventions. Descriptive and inferential statistics will be employed to analyze quantitative data whereas thematic analysis approach will be employed for qualitative data. This study is one of the first to test the simultaneous measurement of effects and implementation processes of data use interventions in the primary health care settings. Findings will support efforts to improve quality of services by optimizing scale up and sustainability of the data use initiatives in primary health care settings.

Decoding AI readiness: An in-depth analysis of key dimensions in multinational corporations

Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands ready to impact all aspects of business, from optimizing operations to personalizing services and enhancing customer value. However, many organizations grapple with implementing AI solutions due to a lack of necessary infrastructure and mechanisms. In short, many companies are not adequately prepared to adopt AI. To make matters worse, the literature does not offer sufficient insights into this issue. To help address this issue, in this article, the authors explore what it means to become ‘AI-ready.’ Specifically, this study identifies the various dimensions of AI readiness through in-depth semi-structured interviews with top- and middle-level managers from 52 multinational corporations in Southeast Asia, primarily in India. This study employed a qualitative data analysis approach to construct a grounded theory model focusing on AI readiness. The methodology involved systematic examination and coding of data to identify key themes and patterns, enabling the development of a comprehensive theoretical framework. The findings suggest that AI readiness can be categorized into eight dimensions: informational, environmental, infrastructural, participants, process, customers, data, and technological readiness. This study makes a significant contribution to marketing, management, and information systems by conceptualizing the AI readiness construct and identifying its key dimensions.

Practical Qualitative Data Analysis for Public Health Research: A Guide to a Team-Based Approach With Flexible Coding

Qualitative research is important to advance health equity as it offers nuanced insights into structural determinants of health inequities, amplifies the voices of communities directly affected by health inequities, and informs community-based interventions. The scale and frequency of public health crises have accelerated in recent years (e.g., pandemic, environmental disasters, climate change). The field of public health research and practice would benefit from timely and time-sensitive qualitative inquiries for which a practical approach to qualitative data analysis (QDA) is needed. One useful QDA approach stemming from sociology is flexible coding. We discuss our practical experience with a team-based approach using flexible coding for qualitative data analysis in public health, illustrating how this process can be applied to address multiple research questions simultaneously or asynchronously. We share lessons from this case study, while acknowledging that flexible coding has broader applicability across disciplines. Flexible coding provides an approachable step-by-step process that enables collaboration among coders of varying levels of experience to analyze large datasets. It also serves as a valuable training tool for novice coders, something urgently needed in public health. The structuring enabled through flexible coding allows for prioritizing urgent research questions, while preparing large datasets to be revisited many times, facilitating secondary analysis. We further discuss the benefit of flexible coding for increasing the reliability of results through active engagement with the data and the production of multiple analytical outputs.

Local wisdom-based tourism and creative economy development strategies in Cisantana Village

The objective of this research is to perform an analysis aimed at identifying tourism development strategies for Cisantana village in the Cigugur district of Kuningan regency, as no tourism development model has been previously studied in this area. Semi-structured interviews with 100 respondents, including village authorities, company owners, tourist object managers, and Kuningan district office officials, were conducted throughout the research's six-month period from February to August 2023. It employs descriptive qualitative analysis. Literature, FGDs, interviews, and observation are used to acquire data. Using Nvivo 12 software, qualitative data analysis approaches were used. The findings indicated that the tourism and creative economy development model based on local wisdom in Cisantana village can be developed through strategies including a) prioritizing local tourism businesses, b) contributions from all parties, c) community empowerment, d) cooperation, collaboration, and synergy across sectors, e) strengthening partnerships so they don't become competitors, f) sustainability and continuity, g) infrastructure improvement, h) research studies and development applications. The benefits of tourist development and creative companies include great tourism potential, boosting local economies, enhancing local knowledge, and chances to build businesses and jobs for nearby areas. The marginalization of farmer groups, the decrease of cultural culture, the appearance of trash, waste, and pollution in tourist regions, as well as the loss of local knowledge, are the negative effects. The public sector, the government, and other relevant parties can benefit from this study. The research's overall goal is to improve public awareness of the value of fostering a creative economy and tourism based on local knowledge.

Tambourine Art as a Da'wah Strategy in the Actualization of Islamic Values in Islamic Religious Education Learning

Purpose of the study: The purpose of this research is to determine the art of tambourine as a da'wah strategy in the actualization of Islamic values in Islamic religious education learning.
 Methodology: This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. The instrument used in data collection was an interview sheet. This research data analysis will use a qualitative data analysis approach by Miles and Huberman which includes data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions.
 Main Findings: The results of this research are the integration of local wisdom values, especially through Tambourine Art, in Islamic Religious Education learning which has a positive impact in strengthening students' understanding of local religious and cultural values. Learning that is contextual and relevant to students' lives can make a significant contribution to the formation of strong character rooted in noble religious values.
 Novelty/Originality of this study: The use of Tambourine Art as a Da'wah Strategy in Islamic Religious Education learning provides a holistic learning approach, combining aspects of art, culture and religion in one container. This can enrich students' learning experience and help them to better understand Islamic teachings as a whole.

English Proficiency Aspirations among Nepalese EFL Students

English is regarded as a key to different opportunities and a language of high status in Nepal. Whether by desire or compulsion, English fascination of a large number of students in Nepal is increasing. This study investigated the factors that motivated Nepalese learners of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) to attain a higher level of English proficiency. The participants consisted of 24 master’s level EFL students from four constituent campuses of Tribhuvan University. The researcher used purposive sampling to select the participants. The study employed interview as data collection technique. The data was analyzed using thematic approach of qualitative data analysis. The study revealed that Nepalese EFL students aspired to achieve English proficiency for five reasons, such as to meet their educational expectations access, to pursue better career opportunities and global competitiveness, to improve their economic and social status and to access technology and innovation. The study contributes to the understanding of the evolving dynamics of language proficiency in a globalized world, urging educators and policymakers to consider the diverse factors that influence language acquisition for a holistic approach to language education.

Peran Pendidikan Agama Islam dalam Membangun Moralitas Siswa di Era Digital (Studi di SMP IT Mutiara Aulia Sei Mencirim)

This study aims to examine the role of Islamic religious education in building student morality in the digital era, focusing on a case study at SMP IT Mutiara Aulia Sei Mencirim. The digital age has a significant impact on student behavior, especially in the context of morality. This study aims to determine the role of Islamic religious education in building student morality in the digital era. The research method used is qualitative with a case study approach. The subjects of the study were selected by purposive sampling. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and document studies at SMP IT Mutiara Aulia Sei Mencirim. Data analysis is carried out with a qualitative data analysis approach, namely data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions. The results of data analysis show that Islamic religious education at SMP IT Mutiara Aulia Sei Mencirim has an important role in guiding students to face this challenge. Islamic teachers act as facilitators of moral learning who integrate Islamic religious values in students' daily lives. The research formulated several strategies that can be applied by SMP IT Mutiara Aulia Sei Mencirim to strengthen the role of Islamic religious education in the digital era, including responsive curriculum development, Islamic teacher training, and integration of religious values in school activities.

Impact of Socio-Cultural Factors on Female Education in Suleman Khel Tribe of District South Waziristan, Pakistan

This research endeavors to investigate the intricate interplay of socio-cultural and economic factors that serve as impediments to female education within the Suleman Khan tribe. Echoing Napoleon's assertion about the indispensable role of educated mothers in national progress, this study aims to uncover the multifaceted challenges hindering the educational pursuits of women in the Suleman Khel tribe. The socio-cultural barriers prevalent in this community have significantly curtailed females' access to education, representing a formidable impediment to their aspirations and dreams. The dearth of opportunities and the prevalence of numerous social obstacles create a complex landscape for females striving to fulfill their educational ambitions. With the primary objective of identifying and understanding the socio-cultural and economic factors obstructing female education in the Suleman Khel tribe, this research employs a qualitative and subjective approach for data collection and analysis. Utilizing the purposeful sampling method within the framework of non-probability sampling, a total of 15 respondents from various villages were selected to provide primary data. Contrary to prevailing assumptions, the findings of this study reveal a nuanced perspective, highlighting that a majority of respondents express support for female education. Furthermore, the study challenges the conventional belief that both male and female education in the Suleman Khel tribe is uniformly low, thereby introducing a novel perspective to the discourse on educational disparities within the community.

Perancangan Kampung Tematik River Tubing Mayangsari Menjadi Destinasi Wisata Kota Semarang

Thematic villages have a big role in reducing the poverty rate in Semarang City. The existence of tourism-oriented development will encourage thematic villages to have more impact on the people's economy. The River Tubing Mayangsari thematic village has the potential to be developed, therefore there is a need for planning and design recommendations for tourist destinations. The method used is a quantitative and qualitative descriptive analysis approach in data analysis and data collection techniques using field techniques and literature/document studies. The results obtained in this service are recommendations for socio-economic planning and infrastructure design for the Mayangsari River Tubing. This community service is expected to become a consideration and recommendation for the Regional Development Planning Agency for the City of Semarang in bringing the Mayangsari River Tubing Thematic Village to a Tourist Destination in the City of Semarang.

Language planning in the process of linguistic landscape transformation of the Republic of Kazakhstan

The objective of this research is to reflect on the relationship between language policy and planning and the transformational nature of the linguistic landscape of Kazakhstan. The study focusing on primary data resources (globalization, Latinization, localization, hybridization, westernization), resulted in the rise in visibility, prestige, and everyday use of the Kazakh language and the growing influence of English in the city’s linguistic landscape. It argues that the so-called language fashion promotes a positive view of language in everyday communication. Considering language choices in the linguistic landscape emanating from the «top-down» (centralized policies) and «bottom-up» (grass-roots and local initiatives), the article presents examples found in Astana’s linguistic landscape that give visibility to the multilingual and bilingual nature of the signs. The research not only employs a qualitative approach for data collection and analysis but also incorporates visual research methods, highlighting the multidimensional nature of the study and its comprehensive exploration of the subject matter.

Management and Development of Productive Waqf for Islamic Boarding Schools in Kampar Regency

This research aims to explore the management and development of productive waqf and its strategies in Islamic boarding schools in Kampar Regency, Riau Province. Waqf is an integral part of the dynamics of Islamic boarding schools. This study is a field research conducted using a qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection with observation, interviews, and Focus Group Discussion. The data were analyzed using the Qualitative Data Analysis approach with NVivo 12 Plus software. In managing its waqf assets, the Foundation relies on strengthening the organizational system by improving the quality of the nazhir, management of administrative tasks and waqf asset inventory, as well as organizational management. The Waqf Foundation of Al-Ihsan Riau manages waqf through money and cash waqf and develops productive waqf by establishing business units, including Ahsanta Mart, Ahsanta Cafe, Ahsanta Agro, IBS Business Center, Sharia microfinance, and LPG gas stations. To maintain the existence of waqf assets and the sustainability of their benefits, the foundation uses the following strategies: first, building transparency and accountability. Second, optimizing waqf through money is an instrument for accelerating infrastructure and facility development. Third, optimizing cash waqf as an instrument for business development and the independence of the Islamic boarding school. Fourth, optimizing zakat and donation programs for scholarships and human resource development. Fifth, building a waqf ecosystem and partnerships with economic protection policies. The foundation’s assets are charitable waqf aimed at implementing religious education based on Islamic boarding school principles. The benefits of waqf include organizing education based on Islamic boarding schools as the main core competence. This includes nurturing more than 30 mosques and prayer rooms around the Islamic boarding school, providing scholarships to 289 students, collaborating with preachers, utilizing waqf infrastructure for various religious, social, and community activities, providing healthcare services to the Islamic boarding school, and empowering the economy through partnerships and consignment patterns with the surrounding community.

Understanding Prescribing Practices and Patient Experiences with Renin Angiotensin System Inhibitors Use in Chronic Kidney Disease: A Qualitative Study

Introduction: Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) improve outcomes but are underutilized in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Little is known about reasons for discontinuation and lack of reinitiating these medications. We aimed to explore clinicians’ and patients’ experiences and perceptions of ACEI/ARB use in CKD. Methods: A multi-profession sample of health care clinicians and patients with documented ACEI/ARB-associated side effects in the past 6 months. Participants were recruited from 2 Veterans Affairs healthcare systems in Texas and Tennessee. A total of 15 clinicians and 10 patients completed interviews. We used inductive and deductive qualitative data analysis approaches to identify themes related to clinician and patient experiences with ACEI/ARB. Thematic analysis focused on prescribing decisions and practices, clinical guidelines, and perception of side effects. Data were analyzed as they amassed, and recruitment was stopped at the point of thematic saturation. Results: Clinicians prescribe ACEI/ARB for blood pressure control and kidney protection and underscored the importance of these medications in patients with diabetes. While clinicians described providing comprehensive patient education about ACEI/ARB in CKD, patient interviews revealed significant knowledge gaps about CKD and ACEI/ARB use. Many patients were unaware of their CKD status, and some did not know why they were prescribed ACEI/ARB. Clinicians’ drug management strategies varied widely, as did their understanding of prescribing guidelines. They identified structural and patient-level barriers to prescribing and many endorsed the development of a decision support tool to facilitate ACEI/ARB prescribing and management. Discussion/Conclusion: Our qualitative study of clinicians and providers identified key target areas for improvement to increase ACEI/ARB utilization in patients with CKD with the goal to improve long-term outcomes in high-risk patients. These findings will also inform the development of a decision support tool to assist with prescribing ACEI/ARBs for patients with CKD.