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Table 1 Semi-structured interview questions for the focus group interviews

From: Emotional experiences of medical students during cadaver dissection and the role of memorial ceremonies: a qualitative study

1. Emotional experiences during cadaver dissection

 How did you feel about cadaver dissection before entering the course?

 How do you feel about it now?

 (If there is a change) What made you feel differently?

 How do you feel about your cadaver donor?

 Can you empathize with his/her intention or will regarding the donation?

2. Educational impact of memorial ceremonies

 How do you feel about the memorial ceremonies for cadaver donors?

 How did these ceremonies influence your emotion or attitude?

 Do you consider these ceremonies indispensable in the gross anatomy laboratory?