scholarly journals Psychometric Evaluation of the Persian eHealth Literacy Scale (eHEALS) Among Elder Iranians With Heart Failure

2019 ◽  
Vol 43 (4) ◽  
pp. 222-229 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chung-Ying Lin ◽  
Anders Broström ◽  
Mark D. Griffiths ◽  
Amir H. Pakpour
Keyword(s):  
Heart Failure ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Rasch Analysis ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Classical Test Theory ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Test Theory ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Ehealth Literacy ◽  
Classical Test

The purpose of the present study was to examine the psychometric properties of the eHealth Literacy Scale (eHEALS) using classical test theory and modern test theory among elderly Iranian individuals with heart failure (HF). Individuals with objectively verified HF ( n = 388, 234 males, mean age = 68.9 ± 3.4) completed the (i) eHEALS, (ii) Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, (iii) Short Form 12, (iv) 9-item European Heart Failure Self-Care Behavior Scale, and (v) 5-item Medication Adherence Report Scale. Two types of analyses were carried out to evaluate the factorial structure of the eHEALS: (i) confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) in classical test theory and (ii) Rasch analysis in modern test theory. A regression model was constructed to examine the associations between eHEALS and other instruments. CFA supported the one-factor structure of the eHEALS with significant factor loadings for all items. Rasch analysis also supported the unidimensionality of the eHEALS with item fit statistics ranging between 0.5 and 1.5. The eHEALS was significantly associated with all the external criteria. The eHEALS is suitable for health-care providers to assess eHealth literacy for individuals with HF.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Malnutrition and Depression in Elderly People: An Epidemiological Study in Turkey

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
S Aydoğan ◽  
A Ünsal ◽  
D Arslantaş
Keyword(s):  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Nutritional Assessment ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Geriatric Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Mini Nutritional Assessment ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Cross Sectional

Abstract Background Malnutrition is an important cause of morbidity and mortality. Malnutrition increases the number of hospitalizations and prolongs the length of hospitalization by disrupting organ functions, increasing the number and severity of infections and delaying wound healing. The aim of this study was to determine the frequency of suspected malnutrition in the elderly, to examine some related variables and to evaluate the depression. Methods The study is a cross-sectional study conducted between March-April 2019 in individuals aged 60 years and older living in Sivrihisar. Sample size was calculated as 579. Cluster sampling method used. Data was collected by door to door in 4 neighborhoods determined by randomly. Mini Nutritional Assessment Test-Short Form (for malnutrition), Katz Daily Living Activities Scale (for dependency) and Geriatric Depression Scale-Short Form (for depression) were used. Chi-square test, Mann Whitney U test and logistic regression analysis were used for the analyzes. Results The study group consisted of 220 (38%) women and 359 (62%) men. The mean age was 68.9±6.4 (ranged 60-93). Frequency of suspected malnutrition was 25% (n = 145). Being 80 years of age or older (OR:3.24, CI:1.53-6.85), having a primary and lower education level (OR:2.54, CI:1.32-4.90), history of chronic illness (OR:2.34, CI:1.33-4.03), using dentures (OR:1.62, CI:1.03-2.55) and suspected depression (OR:4.97, CI:3.17-7.78) are important risk factors for malnutrition. Those with suspicion of malnutrition had lower scores on DLA (z = 8.982;p=0.001). Conclusions Malnutrition was found to be an important health problem for the elderly. The frequency of suspected malnutrition is higher in individuals with depression. Those with suspected malnutrition have higher level of dependency. In order to reduce the frequency of malnutrition, it may be beneficial to increase the awareness of the elderly and caregivers and to give importance to the elderly nutrition of primary health care providers. Key messages Depression is an important risk factor for malnutrition. Malnutrition increases the dependence of the individual on daily activities.

Psychometric properties of the Mastery Scale-Chinese version: Applying classical test theory and Rasch analysis

2013 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
pp. 404-411 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yun-Ling Chen ◽  
Ping-Chuan Hsiung ◽  
Lyinn Chung ◽  
Shing-Chia Chen ◽  
Ay-Woan Pan
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Rasch Analysis ◽  
Classical Test Theory ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Test Theory ◽  
Classical Test

The Validation Study of Both the Modified Barthel and Barthel Index, and Their Comparison Based on Rasch Analysis in the Hospitalized Acute Stroke Elderly

2020 ◽  
pp. 009141502098177
Author(s):  
Reyhaneh Aminalroaya ◽  
Fatemeh Sadat Mirzadeh ◽  
Kazem Heidari ◽  
Mahtab Alizadeh-Khoei ◽  
Farshad Sharifi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Acute Stroke ◽  
Validation Study ◽  
Barthel Index ◽  
Rasch Analysis ◽  
Item Difficulty ◽  
Classical Test Theory ◽  
Test Theory ◽  
Stair Climbing ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Classical Test

A validation study the Iranian Modified Barthel Index (MBI) in hospitalized acute stroke elderly by classical test theory approach and investigate Rasch analysis for both Iranian version MBI and BI and compare the hierarchical item difficulty of them. Face-to-face interview with 100 geriatric stroke inpatients 60+ or their caregivers was done in a cross-sectional study. First, construct validity of MBI analyzed by the classical test theory, then Rasch analysis were done for BI and MBI. The reliability of the Iranian MBI was significant at 0.955. One factor achieved by the variance of 83.2%. In Rasch analysis for MBI, the most difficult item was stair climbing, whereas the simplest items were bowel and bladder control. In BI, the most difficult items were toilet use and ambulation. The Iranian MBI is very accurate and reliable; therefore the use of MBI to measure better outcomes in stroke elderly inpatients is recommended comparing with BI.

Psychometric properties of QuickDASH – A classical test theory and Rasch analysis study

2011 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 177-182 ◽  
Author(s):  
Franco Franchignoni ◽  
Giorgio Ferriero ◽  
Andrea Giordano ◽  
Francesco Sartorio ◽  
Stefano Vercelli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Rasch Analysis ◽  
Classical Test Theory ◽  
Test Theory ◽  
Analysis Study ◽  
Classical Test

Classical Test Theory and Rasch Analysis Validation of the Upper Limb Functional Index in Subjects With Upper Limb Musculoskeletal Disorders

2015 ◽  
Vol 96 (1) ◽  
pp. 98-104
Author(s):  
Elisabetta Bravini ◽  
Franco Franchignoni ◽  
Andrea Giordano ◽  
Francesco Sartorio ◽  
Giorgio Ferriero ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Rasch Analysis ◽  
Classical Test Theory ◽  
Test Theory ◽  
Functional Index ◽  
Classical Test

Classical test theory and Rasch analysis validation of the Recent-Onset Arthritis Disability questionnaire in rheumatoid arthritis patients

2012 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 211-217 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fausto Salaffi ◽  
◽  
Franco Franchignoni ◽  
Andrea Giordano ◽  
Alessandro Ciapetti ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Rasch Analysis ◽  
Classical Test Theory ◽  
Test Theory ◽  
Recent Onset ◽  
Classical Test ◽  
Disability Questionnaire

scholarly journals Does the Brief-BESTest Meet Classical Test Theory and Rasch Analysis Requirements for Balance Assessment in People With Neurological Disorders?

2016 ◽  
Vol 96 (10) ◽  
pp. 1610-1619 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elisabetta Bravini ◽  
Antonio Nardone ◽  
Marco Godi ◽  
Simone Guglielmetti ◽  
Franco Franchignoni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Confidence Level ◽  
Interrater Reliability ◽  
Rasch Analysis ◽  
Classical Test Theory ◽  
Test Theory ◽  
Detectable Change ◽  
Balance Disorders ◽  
Minimum Detectable Change ◽  
Classical Test ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Abstract Background The Brief Balance Evaluation Systems Test (Brief-BESTest) was recently proposed as a clinical tool for quickly measuring balance disorders, but its measurement properties warrant investigation. Objective The study objective was to perform a detailed analysis of the psychometric properties of the Brief-BESTest by means of Classical Test Theory and Rasch analysis. Design This was an observational measurement study. Methods Brief-BESTest data were collected from a sample of 244 participants. Internal consistency was analyzed with the Cronbach α and item-to-total correlations. Test-retest reliability and interrater reliability were investigated in a subgroup of 21 participants. The minimum detectable change at the 95% confidence level was calculated. Scale dimensionality was examined through Horn parallel analysis; this step was followed by exploratory factor analysis for ordinal data. Finally, data were examined using Rasch analysis (rating scale model). Results The Cronbach α was .89, and all item-to-total correlations were greater than .40. Test-retest reliability had an intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) (2,1) of .94, and interrater reliability had an ICC (2,1) of .90. The minimum detectable change at the 95% confidence level was 4.30 points. The unidimensionality of the test was confirmed, but 1 item showed low communality. Rasch analysis revealed the inadequacy of response categories, 5 misfitting items, minor mistargeting, moderate person reliability (.80), and 2 pairs of locally dependent items. Limitations The sample was a cross-section of people who had balance disorders from different neurological etiologies and were recruited consecutively at a single rehabilitation facility. Conclusions The Brief-BESTest was confirmed to have some acceptable-to-good reliability indexes when calculated according to Classical Test Theory, but the scale showed fairly limited sensitivity to change. Rasch analysis indicated that item selection should be improved from a psychometric point of view. Item redundancy needs to be reduced, and the metric coverage of the measured construct needs to be improved with new items.

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