Shared Vision Among Acute Care Magnet® Hospital Nurses

Psychometric testing of the Shared Vision (SV) scale that measures team efforts toward common patient-centered goals was initially estimated among rural hospital nurse executives. The purpose of this study was to estimate the scale’s reliability (internal consistency), convergent validity (Pearson correlation with Practice Environment Scale), and structural validity (ordinal confirmatory factor analysis) among acute care Magnet® hospital nurses. The study sample included 289 nurses from 27 acute care Magnet® hospitals. The scale demonstrated acceptable estimates for internal consistency (Cronbach’s α = .902, 95% confidence interval [CI] = [0.883, 0.919]), convergent validity ( r = .720, p < .001), and structural validity with a one-factor structure. The findings of this study supported the reliability and validity of the SV scale as a unidimensional construct in measuring SV among nurses in acute care Magnet® hospitals. Further testing among different nursing providers and health care settings is needed to accumulate evidence and expand use of the instrument.

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Development and Psychometric Testing of the Mental Health Scale for Childrearing Fathers

Healthcare ◽

10.3390/healthcare9111587 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (11) ◽

pp. 1587

Author(s):

Aya Kondou ◽

Mari Haku ◽

Toshiyuki Yasui

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Pilot Study ◽

Internal Consistency ◽

Convergent Validity ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Psychometric Testing ◽

Internal Consistency Reliability ◽

Health Screening ◽

Mental Health Screening ◽

Mental Health Scale

The mental health of fathers influences the development of children and the functioning of families significantly. However, there is no useful scale for the mental health screening of childrearing fathers. This study developed a Mental Health Scale for Childrearing Fathers (MSCF) and determined its reliability and validity. Childrearing fathers are working fathers who co-parent with their spouses. This survey was conducted in two stages: a pilot study and a main survey. Data were obtained from 98 fathers raising preschoolers in the pilot study and 306 fathers in the main survey. The collected data were used to confirm the construct validity, criterion-related validity, convergent validity, and internal consistency reliability. The final MSCF consisted of 25 items comprising four factors: peaceful familial connection, healthy mind and body, satisfying paternal alliances, and leading a meaningful life as a parent. The internal consistency reliability estimated using Cronbach’s alpha coefficient for the total scale was 0.918. The validity of the MSCF was logically secured using a confirmatory factor analysis. The MSCF can be an effective tool for mental health screening among fathers in relation to the burden of childrearing during regular infant health checks.

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ESTABLISHING THE RELIABILITY AND VALIDITY OF THE DIAGNOSTICS MODEL OF PERFECTIONISM IN SPORT

Moscow University Psychology Bulletin ◽

10.11621/vsp.2021.01.10 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 241-264

Author(s):

Anastasia A. Yakushina ◽

Sergey V. Leonov ◽

Margarita S. Aslanova

Keyword(s):

Correlation Analysis ◽

Internal Consistency ◽

Convergent Validity ◽

Five Factor Model ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Emotional States ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Structural Validity ◽

Research Issues ◽

Sports Activities

Relevance: the problem of diagnosing perfectionism in sports activities is relevant for solving a large number of research issues related to the study of emotional states and factors of success in athletes, as well as practical tasks related to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of athletes. In this regard, seems to us the design of a method for diagnosing perfectionism in sports activities necessary and relevant.Objective: to test the method “Sport Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale”, and to check the reliability and structural validity of this method. Methods: testing was carried out on a sample (N = 323) of Russian athletes of different kinds of sports. In the process of adapting the questionnaire, a direct and reverse translation of the questionnaire was performed, the factor structure of the questionnaire was checked using exploratory factor analysis, the internal consistency of the questionnaire scales and convergent validity using correlation analysis. Results: a five-factor model of the method was identified. It include the following scales: “Organization and high personal standards“, “High parental expectations”, “Doubts about actions“, “ Concern over mistakes” and “High coaching expectations”. Analysis of the reliability of the scales showed significant internal consistency of each of them. To assess convergent validity, a correlation analysis of the scales of the tested method and the “Three-factor perfectionism questionnaire” by N. G. Garanyan and A. B. Kholmogorova was performed. The results of the analysis showed that the method “Multidimensional perfectionism scale in sports” has the high convergent validity, which indicates a fairly predictive value of this tool. Conclusions: for the first time in the field of Russian sports psychology, a tool for measuring perfectionism in athletes has been tested, which has shown high structural validity and reliability. In this regard, the method “Multidimensional perfectionism scale in sports” can be used for practical purposes to solve diagnostic and psychotherapeutic problems in the field of professional sports.

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Psychometric Testing of the Smoking Cessation Counseling Scale Among Magnet® Hospital Nurses

Western Journal of Nursing Research ◽

10.1177/0193945917698689 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 40 (4) ◽

pp. 562-581 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Wen Liu ◽

Meg Johantgen ◽

Robin Newhouse

Keyword(s):

Smoking Cessation ◽

Factor Structure ◽

Convergent Validity ◽

Psychometric Testing ◽

Shared Vision ◽

Hospital Nurses ◽

Evidence Based ◽

Smoking Cessation Counseling ◽

Health Care Settings ◽

Psychometric Evidence

Psychometrics of the Smoking Cessation Counseling Scale, which measures adherence to evidence-based smoking cessation counseling practice, were originally estimated among rural hospital nurses. The purpose of this study was to estimate the scale’s reliability, convergent validity, and factor structure among 289 nurses from 27 acute care Magnet® hospitals. The scale demonstrated acceptable estimates for internal consistency (Cronbach’s α = .95, 95% CI = [0.94, 0.96]). Convergent validity was supported by the association with comfort in conducting smoking cessation counseling (coefficient = 3.58, 95% CI = [2.80, 4.37]) and shared vision (coefficient = 0.72, 95% CI = [0.02, 1.42]). A four-factor structure (standard care, basic counseling, advanced counseling, and referral to services) was identified. Findings supported the scale’s reliability and convergent validity among Magnet® hospital nurses. Further testing is needed to confirm the four-factor structure and accumulate psychometric evidence among different nursing providers and health care settings to expand the use of the instrument.

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Validity and reliability of the Mandarin version of the Treatment Burden Questionnaire among stroke patients in Mainland China

Family Practice ◽

10.1093/fampra/cmab004 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Qi Zhang ◽

Ke Zhang ◽

Miao Li ◽

Jiaxin Gu ◽

Xintong Li ◽

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Keyword(s):

Internal Consistency ◽

Convergent Validity ◽

Intraclass Correlation ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Therapeutic Interventions ◽

Treatment Burden ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Stroke Patients ◽

Retest Reliability ◽

Test Retest Reliability

Abstract Objectives To examine the validity and reliability of the Mandarin version of the Treatment Burden Questionnaire (TBQ) among stroke patients. Background Stroke patients need long-term management of symptoms and life situation, and treatment burden has recently emerged as a new concept that can influence the health outcomes during the rehabilitation process. Methods The convenience sampling method was used to recruit 187 cases of stroke patients in a tertiary grade hospital in Tianjin for a formal investigation. Item analysis, reliability and validity tests were carried out. The reliability test included internal consistency and test–retest reliability. And as well as content, structure and convergent validity were performed for the validity test. Results Of the 187 completed questionnaires, only 180 (96.3%) were suitable for analysis. According to the experts’ evaluation, the I-CVI of each item was from 0.833 to 1.000, and the S-CVI was 0.967. The exploratory factor analysis yielded three-factor components with a cumulative variation of 53.054%. Convergent validity was demonstrated using measures of Morisky’s Medication Adherence Scale 8 (r = –0.450, P < 0.01). All correlations between items and global scores ranged from 0.403 to 0.638. Internal consistency reliability and test–retest reliability were found to be acceptable, as indicated by a Cronbach’s α of 0.824 and an intraclass correlation coefficient of 0.846, respectively. Conclusions The Mandarin TBQ had acceptable validity and reliability. The use of TBQ in the assessment of treatment burden of stroke survivor may benefit health resources allocation and provide tailor therapeutic interventions to construct minimally disruptive care.

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Psychometric Testing of the Spanish Modified Version of the Mini-Suffering State Examination

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18157821 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (15) ◽

pp. 7821

Author(s):

Daniel Gutiérrez-Sánchez ◽

Rafael Gómez-García ◽

Isabel María López-Medina ◽

Antonio I. Cuesta-Vargas

Keyword(s):

Internal Consistency ◽

Content Validity ◽

Convergent Validity ◽

Informal Caregivers ◽

Psychometric Testing ◽

Spanish Version ◽

Measurement Properties ◽

Quality Of Dying ◽

State Examination

Background: The mini-suffering state examination is a valid and reliable measure that have been used to assess suffering in patients with advanced cancer. The aim of this study was to carry out a psychometric analysis of the Spanish version of the mini-suffering state examination. Method: A validation study was conducted. Seventy-two informal caregivers of deceased patients in palliative care were included in this study. A psychometric testing of content validity, internal consistency, and convergent validity with the Spanish version of the quality of dying and death questionnaire was performed. Results: The original instrument was modified to be used by informal caregivers. The content validity was acceptable (0.96), and the internal consistency was moderate (α = 0.67). Convergent validity was demonstrated (r = −0.64). Conclusion: The Spanish modified version of the MSSE showed satisfactory measurement properties. The Spanish modified version of MSSE can be useful to facilitate screening, monitor progress, and guide treatment decisions in end-of-life cancer patients.

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The reliability and validity of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and PHQ-2 in patients with infertility

Reproductive Health ◽

10.1186/s12978-019-0802-x ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 16 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Saman Maroufizadeh ◽

Reza Omani-Samani ◽

Amir Almasi-Hashiani ◽

Payam Amini ◽

Mahdi Sepidarkish

Keyword(s):

Depressive Symptoms ◽

Internal Consistency ◽

Convergent Validity ◽

Univariate Analysis ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Well Being ◽

Patient Health Questionnaire ◽

Depression Symptoms ◽

Health Questionnaire ◽

Patient Health

Abstract Background Depression in patients with infertility often goes undiagnosed and untreated. The Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and its ultra-brief version (i.e. PHQ-2) are widely used measures of depressive symptoms. These scales have not been validated in patients with infertility. The aim of the present study was to examine the reliability and validity of the PHQ-9 and PHQ-2 in patients with infertility. Methods In this cross-sectional study, a total of 539 patients with infertility from a referral infertility clinic in Tehran, Iran completed the PHQ-9, along with other relevant scales: the WHO-five Well-being Index (WHO-5), the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), and the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7). Factor structure and internal consistency of PHQ-9 were examined via confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and Cronbach’s alpha, respectively. Convergent validity was evaluated by relationship with WHO-5, HADS and GAD-7. Results The mean total PHQ-9 and PHQ-2 scores were 8.47 ± 6.17 and 2.42 ± 1.86, respectively, and using a cut-off value of 10 (for PHQ-9) and 3 (for PHQ-2), the prevalence of depressive symptoms was 38.6 and 43.6%, respectively. The Cronbach’s alphas for PHQ-9 and PHQ-2 were, respectively, 0.851 and 0.767, indicating good internal consistency. The CFA results confirmed the one-factor model of the PHQ-9 (χ2/df = 4.29; CFI = 0.98; RMSEA = 0.078 and SRMR = 0.044). Both PHQ-9 and PHQ-2 showed moderate to strong correlation with the measures of WHO-5, HADS-depression, HADS-anxiety, and the GAD-7, confirming convergent validity. In univariate analysis, female sex, long infertility duration, and unsuccessful treatment were significantly associated with depression symptoms. Conclusion Both PHQ-9 and PHQ-2 are brief and easy to use measures of depressive symptoms with good psychometric properties that appear suitable for routine use in patients with infertility.

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Validation of the Core Beliefs Inventory (CBI) in Brazilian Portuguese

Trends in Psychiatry and Psychotherapy ◽

10.1590/2237-6089-2018-0038 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 41 (4) ◽

pp. 409-414

Author(s):

Tayse Conter de Moura ◽

Julia Candia Donat ◽

Thiago Loreto Garcia da Silva ◽

Adriane Xavier Arteche ◽

Carolina Saraiva de Macedo Lisboa ◽

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Keyword(s):

Psychometric Properties ◽

Posttraumatic Growth ◽

Internal Consistency ◽

Convergent Validity ◽

Pearson Correlation ◽

Brazilian Portuguese ◽

Core Beliefs ◽

Portuguese Version ◽

The Core ◽

Adequate Internal Consistency

Abstract Introduction Experiencing trauma may entail psychopathological consequences, but also changes considered to be positive (i.e., posttraumatic growth). For positive change to occur, an impact on the beliefs of individuals is required, which may be measured through the Core Beliefs Inventory (CBI). The objective of this study was to validate the Brazilian Portuguese version of the CBI. Methods A total of 248 university students (65.7% female) answered the following assessment instruments: sociodemographic data sheet, Posttraumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI), Posttraumatic Symptoms Checklist – Clinician Version (PCL-5) and the CBI. Psychometric properties of the CBI were assessed by conducting an exploratory factor analysis through a principal component analysis with varimax rotation. Internal consistency (Cronbach’s α) and convergent validity (Pearson correlation between instruments) were also investigated. Results The total scale showed adequate internal consistency (α = 0.83). A single factor solution explained 42.63% of the variance of the CBI. Significant correlations were found between CBI and PTGI, and between CBI and PCL-5. Conclusion The psychometric properties indicated adequate internal consistency and construct validity of the Brazilian Portuguese version of the CBI.

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Reliability and validity of A Quick Test of Cognitive Speed (AQT) in Iranian older adults

10.21203/rs.3.rs-80986/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Pouya Farokhnezhad Afshar ◽

Elisabeth H. Wiig ◽

Seyed Kazem Malakouti ◽

Behnam Shariati

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Sensitivity And Specificity ◽

Older Patients ◽

Convergent Validity ◽

Pearson Correlation ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Quick Test ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Cognitive Speed ◽

Color Form

Abstract Background: Cognitive disorders are one of the most important issues in old age. They may remain hidden in the early stages. There are many cognitive tests, but some variables affect their results (e.g., age and education.) This study aimed to evaluate the reliability and validity of A Quick Test of Cognitive Speed (AQT) in Iranian older adults.Methods: This study aimed to test the psychometric properties of AQT. 114 older adults participated in the study and were divided into three groups (46 with mild cognitive impairments (MCI), 24 with dementia, and 45 without MCI and dementia) based on the diagnosis of two geriatric psychiatrists. Participants were assessed by AQT and Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). Data were analyzed using Pearson correlation, independent t-test, and ROC curve by SPSS v.23.Results: There was no significant correlation between AQT subscales and age and no significant difference between the AQT subscales in male and female, educational levels, and marital status. The test-retest correlations (r) were significant for Color (C) 0.84, Form (F) 0.91 and Color-Form (CF) 0.94. Convergent validity was significant between MMSE and AQT. Its correlation was with Color -0.78, Form -0.71, and Color-Form -0.72. The cut-off point for Color was 43.50 s, Form 52 s, and Color-Form 89 s were based on sensitivity and specificity for differentiating older patients with MCI with controls. The cut-off point for Color was 62.50 s, for Form 111 s, and Color-Form 197.50 s based on sensitivity and specificity measures for differentiating older patients with dementia and MCI.Conclusion: The findings of this study showed that A Quick Test of Cognitive Speed (AQT) is a suitable tool for assessing cognitive function in older adults.

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Development and Psychometric Testing of Liver Transplant Therapeutic Adherence Questionnaire in a Triphasic Mixed-Method Study

Progress in Transplantation ◽

10.1177/1526924819835824 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 29 (2) ◽

pp. 122-128

Author(s):

Fariba Tohidinezhad ◽

Mohsen Aliakbarian ◽

Ameen Abu-Hanna ◽

Saeid Eslami

Keyword(s):

Liver Transplant ◽

Mixed Method ◽

Content Validity ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Psychometric Testing ◽

Transplant Recipients ◽

Patient Centered ◽

Therapeutic Adherence ◽

Adherence Assessment ◽

Liver Transplant Recipients

Introduction: Due to the high nonadherence rate to posttransplant regimen and medical indications among liver transplant recipients, systematic patient-centered interventions are needed to improve the medium- and long-term graft and patient survival outcomes. Objective: The aim of this study was to develop and test the psychometric properties of Liver Transplant Therapeutic Adherence Questionnaire. Design: A mixed-method instrument design was conducted in 3 phases: (1) initial item collection was generated by inductive content analysis on internationally available resources, (2) item screening was carried out by a 3-member committee and 25 domain experts including nurses and physicians aiming to establish content validity, and (3) data were collected from 247 liver transplant recipients in May 2016 for psychometric testing. Results: A total of 221 knowledge statements were extracted as potential adherence assessment items. The qualitative screening phase resulted in top 35 important items. The second screening phase was performed quantitatively by 25 experts (n = 14 nurses, n = 7 gastroenterologists and hepatologists, and n = 4 transplant surgeons). A total of 16 items were associated with statistically significant content validity ratio values (≥0.37) to be included in the final questionnaire. Exploratory factor analysis revealed a distinct 4-factor structure that was labeled as: daily activities (α = .93), immunization (α = .93), nutrition (α = .92), and major complications (α = .79). Discussion: Our results reveal evidence of acceptable reliability and validity for Liver Transplant Therapeutic Adherence Questionnaire. This instrument makes it possible to measure recipients’ therapeutic adherence in both domains of research and practice.

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Assessment of Reliability and Validity of the Turkish Version of Heartland Forgiveness Scale

Psychological Reports ◽

10.2466/08.21.pr0.111.5.575-584 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 111 (2) ◽

pp. 575-584 ◽

Cited By ~ 11

Author(s):

Asli Bugay ◽

Ayhan Demir ◽

Raquel Delevi

Keyword(s):

Internal Consistency ◽

Satisfaction With Life ◽

Pearson Correlation ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Internal Consistency Reliability ◽

Criterion Validity ◽

Satisfaction With Life Scale ◽

Turkish Version ◽

Response Scale ◽

Three Factor

The current study investigated the reliability and validity of the Turkish version of the Heartland Forgiveness Scale (HFS). The Turkish version of the HFS, the Ruminative Response Scale (RRS), and the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) were administered to 796 Turkish university students (430 women, 366 men) with a mean age of 20.6 yr. ( SD = 2.1). Internal consistency reliability was calculated and Cronbach alpha coefficients ranged between .71 and .82. Criterion validity (Pearson correlation) between the HFS and other scales ranged from −.09 to .34. Additionally, a confirmatory factor analysis was conducted to assess the fit of the standard three-factor solution of the HFS. The results suggested that the Turkish version of the HFS had adequate internal consistency, criterion validity, and reflected the standard three-factor structure, indicating that it can be reliably used to measure forgiveness among a Turkish sample.

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