scholarly journals Developing an Instrument to Measure Maternal Knowledge and Attitude of Oral Health on Children Under 3 Years

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Netty Suryanti ◽  
Arlette Suzy Setiawan
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Measurement Instrument ◽  
Parental Knowledge ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Maternal Knowledge ◽  
Calibration Samples ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Children’S Oral Health

Abstract Objective Parental knowledge, belief, and attitude about oral health affect children’s dental cleaning behavior. Further research on maternal knowledge and attitude about early-age children’s oral health has been suggested to identify factors related to pediatric dental and oral health. For that purpose, a measurement instrument is needed. The research aimed to develop an instrument to measure maternal knowledge and attitude about under 3-year-old children’s oral health. Materials and Methods Using a validity-based approach, we held a series of basic consultation (workshops and interviews) to identify the conceptually different domains. Instrument items were derived from relevant theories. Cognitive interviews were conducted to ensure that the items were properly understood. The items were first tested among the population calibration samples (n = 150). All instrument items were analyzed for reliability and validity. Results In total, 15 items were derived from Bloom’s theory of learning and were developed for the knowledge instrument, while 10 others were developed for the attitude instrument. The reliability analysis yielded Cronbach’s α scores of 0.620 for the knowledge instrument and 0.565 for the attitude instrument. All items were considered valid based on Pearson’s correlation test results. Conclusion The instruments on maternal knowledge and attitude about under 3-year-old children’s oral health consisted of three dimensions, respectively. Both instruments have been tested and analyzed and therefore are applicable for use.

scholarly journals Measuring Sustainable Marketing Orientation—Scale Development Process

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 1734
Author(s):  
Andrea Lučić
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Model ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Measurement Instrument ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Measurement Tool ◽  
Strategic Integration ◽  
Marketing Orientation ◽  
Sustainable Marketing ◽  
Orientation Scale ◽  
Depth Interviews

The purpose of this paper is to explore how sustainable marketing orientation (SMO) should be properly implemented in an organization built on the theoretical model of market-oriented sustainability. The aim of the paper is to explore and confirm the elements of sustainable marketing orientation and to develop a measurement tool with a mixed method approach. First, the construct was conceptualized through a literature review and qualitative research of in-depth interviews on a purposive sample of 20 experts, who generated items. The next stage included collection of data from 112 respondents that resulted the item purification and exploratory factor analysis, which confirmed the three dimensions of SMO: strategic integration, societal engagement and ethical capabilities. The main study consisted of 174 respondents and confirmed the measurement instrument, which contains three subscales proposed by the theoretical model, each containing six, five and four items, respectively, with high degrees of proven reliability and validity. The paper confirmed and further explored the framework of multidimensional SMO; the measurement tool captured the actual implementation of the construct in practice, allowing it to be investigated across industries.

scholarly journals Oral Health Related Knowledge, Attitude And Behavior Among Group of Mothers In Relation To Their Primary School Children’s Oral Health, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eman A. El Ashiry ◽  
Najlaa M. Alamoudi ◽  
Nada Bamashmous ◽  
Rana A. Alamoudi ◽  
Duha K. Qahtan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Caries Experience ◽  
Mother Education ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Attitudes And Behavior ◽  
Children’S Oral Health

Abstract Aim: To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and behavior of a group of mothers with their children aged 6-12 years regarding their own and their children’s oral health and to evaluate its impact on their children oral health status in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A validated, and reliable Arabic questionnaire comprised four sections (demographic characteristics and socioeconomic status, Hiroshima University– Dental Behavioral Inventory; HU-DBI; for mother’ attitudes and behavior pertaining their own oral health, mothers’ knowledge, and mothers’ attitudes regarding oral health of their children) was used for this study. The questionnaire was completed by the mothers. A clinical oral examination was performed for the children, attending primary schools in Jeddah city, to detect the caries experience and Simplified Oral Hygiene Index (OHI-S). Results: A total of 1496 mother-child pairs completed the study. The mean values of dmft were 4.08 ± 3.47; DMFT was 1.82 ± 2.07; total dmft and DMFT was 5.65 ± 4.05; and the OHI-S was 1.17 ± 0.94. According to the questionnaire results, mothers in private schools had a more favorable attitude and behavior toward their own oral health, as well as a more favorable knowledge and attitude toward their children's oral health. The multiple linear regression model revealed that the children's dmft/DMFT scores were significantly related to mother education, mother questionnaire scores, and the OHI-S. Conclusion: Mother education, knowledge, and attitude all play a role in the development of dental caries. Overall, mothers need to improve their oral health attitudes and behaviors, as well as increase their level of oral health knowledge.

scholarly journals Maternal knowledge on early childhood caries and barriers to seek dental treatment in Jordan

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. BaniHani ◽  
J. Tahmassebi ◽  
F. Zawaideh
Keyword(s):  
Health Status ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Early Childhood Caries ◽  
Dental Treatment ◽  
Oral Health Status ◽  
Attitudes And Beliefs ◽  
Maternal Knowledge ◽  
Poor Knowledge ◽  
Dmft Index ◽  
Children’S Oral Health

Abstract Purpose To assess maternal knowledge, attitudes and beliefs of Early Childhood Caries (ECC) risk factors and to determine barriers in seeking dental treatment among children with ECC. Methods A total of 600 mothers of healthy children, aged 3–5 years, with ECC attending maternity and child health centres in Jordan completed a questionnaire using face-to-face interviews. ECC was diagnosed clinically by the chief investigator, based on the diagnostic criteria suggested by American Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (AAPD), and caries was recorded using dmft index. Results The majority of the children had poor oral health status (99.2%) with a dmft index of 6.04 (± 1.2). Less than third (25.7%) of the mothers believed that their child had poor oral health with more than half (53.3%) not being aware that their child had dental caries. Most of the mothers had poor knowledge, attitudes and beliefs regarding their children’s oral health (82%). Participants` oral health knowledge was significantly associated with mothers` level of education and profession (p < 0.05). In addition, there was delay in seeking dental treatment for their children by the majority (65.9%) of mothers. Maternal profession, family income and time needed to reach a nearby health centre were found to be significant barriers in seeking dental treatment (p < 0.05). Conclusion The majority of the mothers of children in Jordan with ECC had poor knowledge about their children’s oral health status. Moreover, seeking dental treatment was delayed by a large number of mothers of children with ECC.

scholarly journals Professionalism of Information Management in Health Care: Development and Validation of the Construct and Its Measurement

2020 ◽  
Vol 59 (S 01) ◽  
pp. e1-e12
Author(s):  
Johannes Thye ◽  
Moritz Esdar ◽  
Jan-David Liebe ◽  
Franziska Jahn ◽  
Alfred Winter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Information Systems ◽  
Information Management ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Measurement Instrument ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analyses ◽  
Validity Testing ◽  
Professional Information

Abstract Background Against the background of a steadily increasing degree of digitalization in health care, a professional information management (IM) is required to successfully plan, implement, and evaluate information technology (IT). At its core, IM has to ensure a high quality of health data and health information systems to support patient care. Objectives The goal of the present study was to define what constitutes professional IM as a construct as well as to propose a reliable and valid measurement instrument. Methods To develop and validate the construct of professionalism of information management (PIM) and its measurement, a stepwise approach followed an established procedure from information systems and behavioral research. The procedure included an analysis of the pertaining literature and expert rounds on the construct and the instrument, two consecutive and comprehensive surveys at the national and international level, exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses as well as reliability and validity testing. Results Professionalism of information management was developed as a construct consisting of the three dimensions of strategic, tactical, and operational IM as well as of the regularity and cyclical phases of IM procedures as the two elements of professionalism. The PIM instrument operationalized the construct providing items that incorporated IM procedures along the three dimensions and cyclical phases. These procedures had to be evaluated against their degree of regularity in the instrument. The instrument proved to be reliable and valid in two consecutive measurement phases and across three countries. Conclusion It can be concluded that professionalism of information management is a meaningful construct that can be operationalized in a scientifically rigorous manner. Both science and practice can benefit from these developments in terms of improved self-assessment, benchmarking capabilities, and eventually, obtaining a better understanding of health IT maturity.

Reliability and Validity of the PedsQLTM Oral Health Scale

2006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael M. Steele ◽  
Ric G. Steele ◽  
James W. Varni ◽  
Kisha Steineger ◽  
Kim Harrington
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Reliability And Validity
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