scholarly journals Development of the Woman-Centred Care Scale- Midwife Self Report (WCCS-MSR)

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deborah L. Davis ◽  
Debra K. Creedy ◽  
Zoe Bradfield ◽  
Elizabeth Newnham ◽  
Marjorie Atchan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Professional Networks ◽  
Five Factors ◽  
Oblimin Rotation ◽  
Staged Approach ◽  
Components Analysis

Abstract Background Woman-centred care is recognised as a fundamental construct of midwifery practice yet to date, there has been no validated tool available to measure it. This study aims to develop and test a self-report tool to measure woman-centred care in midwives. Methods A staged approach was used for tool development including deductive methods to generate items, testing content validity with a group of experts, and psychometrically testing the instrument with a sample drawn from the target audience. The draft 58 item tool was distributed in an online survey using professional networks in Australia and New Zealand. Testing included item analysis, principal components analysis with direct oblimin rotation and subscale analysis, and internal consistency reliability. Results In total, 319 surveys were returned. Analysis revealed five factors explaining 47.6% of variance. Items were reduced to 40. Internal consistency (.92) was high but varied across factors. Factors reflected the extent to which a midwife meets the woman’s unique needs; balances the woman’s needs within the context of the maternity service; ensures midwifery philosophy underpins practice; uses evidence to inform collaborative practice; and works in partnership with the woman. Conclusion The Woman-Centred Care Scale-Midwife Self Report is the first step in developing a valid and reliable tool to enable midwives to self-assess their woman-centredness. Further research in alternate populations and refinement is warranted.

Some Psychometric Properties of the Spanish Version of the Clarity of Auditory Imagery Scale

2011 ◽  
Vol 109 (1) ◽  
pp. 139-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alfredo Campos ◽  
María José Pérez-Fabello
Keyword(s):  
Mental Imagery ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Visual Imagery ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Spanish Version ◽  
Auditory Imagery ◽  
Orthogonal Rotation ◽  
Five Factors ◽  
Components Analysis

Few tests have been designed to measure auditory imagery. This study assessed the factor structure and internal consistency of the Spanish version of the Clarity of Auditory Imagery Scale (CAIS). Participants were 234 undergraduate students ( M age = 19.6 yr.). Internal consistency reliability estimated by Cronbach's alpha was .82. In a principal components analysis followed by varimax orthogonal rotation, five factors were identified. Scores correlated moderately and positively with ratings on the Vividness of Visual Imagery Questionnaire–2 and negatively on the auditory scale of Betts' Questionnaire Upon Mental Imagery, but weakly and negatively with scores on the Measure of the Ability to Form Spatial Mental Imagery.

Relation of the Revised Repression-Sensitization Scale to Measures of Self-Description

1963 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 323-334 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donn Byrne ◽  
James Barry ◽  
Don Nelson
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Consistent Finding ◽  
Two Samples ◽  
Ideal Discrepancy ◽  
Reliability Coefficients

An internal-consistency item-analysis was carried out for the 182-item Repression-Sensitization Scale. Responses to each question were correlated with Total R-S score for two samples consisting of 370 undergraduates each. A revised scoring key was made, consisting of 127 cross-validated items. Using a new sample, reliability coefficients of .94 (split-half) and .82 (test-retest) were found. In subsequent investigations, R-S scores were found to be positively related to self-ideal discrepancy and negative self-description on Worchel's SAI. On a measure of Hostility Incongruency, R-S scores were positively related to each of three types of incongruency. There were only minimal differences between the two scoring keys in the relationships found. The consistent finding that self-report measures are related to the R-S Scale was discussed and alternate hypotheses were advanced to account for these relationships.

The Modified Interpersonal Relationship Scale: Reliability and Validity,

1993 ◽  
Vol 73 (3_part_1) ◽  
pp. 995-1004
Author(s):  
Jane L. Garthoeffner ◽  
Carolyn S. Henry ◽  
Linda C. Robinson
Keyword(s):  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Interpersonal Relationship ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Varimax Rotation ◽  
Scale Reliability

This study was designed to evaluate a modification of the Interpersonal Relationship Scale and to establish subscales representing dimensions of intimacy (N = 356). The initial self-report scale was tested for internal consistency reliability. Next, subscales were identified using principal components factoring with varimax rotation. Internal consistency reliability and concurrent validity of the modified over-all scale and subscales were examined. The modified scale and subscales provided reliable and valid measures of the quality of interpersonal relationships in young adults.

Development and Validation of the Avoidance of Environmental Tobacco Smoke Scale

1998 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela M. Martinelli
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Environmental Tobacco Smoke ◽  
Tobacco Smoke ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Psychometric Analysis ◽  
Development And Validation ◽  
Item Scale ◽  
Report Measure

The Avoidance of Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) scale is a self-report measure of the avoidance of ETS by young adults. Initial use of the scale with 30 undergraduate students showed an internal consistency of .84 across 40 items and .90 in a refined 28-item instrument. In a sample of 241 students, a 20-item scale had an internal consistency reliability of .94 and a refined 10-item scale had an internal consistency of .86. In a sample of 95 mothers with a mean age of 36, the 10-item scale had an internal consistency of .81. In three distinct samples, significant known groups’ discrimination was found between smokers and nonsmokers. Psychometric analysis indicates that the scale merits further testing using a more heterogeneous sample from community and clinical populations to ensure its usefulness by clinicians and researchers interested in explaining, predicting, and preventing exposure to ETS.

The Caring Behaviors Inventory for Elders: Development and Psychometric Characteristics

2006 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-59 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zane Robinson Wolf
Keyword(s):  
Construct Validity ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Spiritual Beliefs ◽  
Psychometric Characteristics ◽  
Caring Behaviors ◽  
Five Dimensions ◽  
Components Analysis ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Human Caring

The purpose of this study was to develop the Caring Behaviors Inventory for Elders (CBI-E) and to establish its psychometric characteristics further. The 28-item CBI-E was framed by Watson’s theory of human caring. Aconvenience sample (N = 215) of elders and their caregivers (N = 138) completed the instrument. Psychometric analysis included item analysis, test-retest reliability, internal consistency reliability with Cronbach’s alpha coefficients, contrasted groups construct validity, and factorial validity, using principal components analysis with varimax rotation. Preliminary construct validity was established. Five dimensions of the CBI-E were identified: attending to individual needs, showing respect, practicing knowledgeably and skillfully, respecting autonomy, and supporting religious/spiritual beliefs. Additional testing is warranted.

scholarly journals Modification and Psychometric Evaluation of the Peterson War Scale

2007 ◽  
Vol 101 (2) ◽  
pp. 519-524 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Gabrielle Jones-Wiley ◽  
Alberto F. Restori ◽  
Howard B. Lee
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Longitudinal Research ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Psychometric Evaluation ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Point Scale ◽  
Attitudes Toward War

A measure on attitudes toward war was administered to 125 student participants at a California university to assess psychometric properties for this scale for possible use in current research. A 5-point scale was substituted for the 2-point one originally. Item analysis indicated 23 of 32 items were viable. Using Cronbach reliability coefficient α and factor analysis, the shortened measure had an internal consistency reliability of .85. Factor analysis yielded a 4-factor structure: (1) War is Bad, (2) War is Necessary, (3) Positive Aspects of War, and (4) No Justification. These results indicate this seemingly outdated measure of war attitudes remains useful for current research purposes involving measuring attitudes toward war. However, longitudinal research is necessary.

Sahlgrenska Academy Self-reported Cognitive Impairment Questionnaire (SASCI-Q) – a research tool discriminating between subjectively cognitively impaired patients and healthy controls

2012 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 420-430 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marie Eckerström ◽  
Johanna Skoogh ◽  
Sindre Rolstad ◽  
Mattias Göthlin ◽  
Gunnar Steineck ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Impairment ◽  
Cognitive Decline ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Cognitively Impaired ◽  
Healthy Controls ◽  
Memory Functioning ◽  
Α Level

ABSTRACTBackground: Subjective cognitive impairment (SCI) is a potential early marker for actual cognitive decline. The cognitive manifestation of the SCI stage is, however, largely unknown. Self-report instruments developed especially for use in the SCI population are lacking, and many SCI studies have not excluded mild cognitive impairment and dementia. We developed and tested a patient-based questionnaire on everyday cognitive function aiming to discriminate between patients with subjective, but not objective, cognitive impairment and healthy controls.Methods: Individuals experiencing cognitive impairment were interviewed to generate a pool of items. After condensing to 97 items, we tested the questionnaire in 93 SCI patients seeking care at a memory clinic (age M = 64.5 years, Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) M = 29.0) and 50 healthy controls (age M = 69.6 years, MMSE M = 29.3). Further item reduction was conducted to maximize that remaining items would discriminate between SCI patients and controls, using a conservative α level and requiring medium to high effect sizes. Internal consistency reliability and convergent validity was subsequently examined.Results: Forty-five items discriminated between the groups, resulting in the Sahlgrenska Academy Self-reported Cognitive Impairment Questionnaire (SASCI-Q). Internal consistency was high and correlations to a single question on memory functioning were of medium to large sizes. Most remaining items were related to the memory domain.Conclusion: The SASCI-Q discriminates between SCI patients and healthy controls and demonstrates satisfying psychometric properties. The instrument provides a research method for examining SCI and forms a foundation for future examining which SCI symptoms predict objective cognitive decline. The cognitive manifestation of the SCI stage is mostly related to experiences of memory deficits.

scholarly journals Development and validation of a multi-lingual online questionnaire for surveying the COVID-19 prevention and control measures used in global workplaces

2022 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn Ingram ◽  
Yanbing Chen ◽  
Conor Buggy ◽  
Vicky Downey ◽  
Mary Archibald ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Construct Validity ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Content Validity ◽  
Prevention And Control ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Criterion Validity ◽  
And Control ◽  
Occupational Settings

Abstract Background Despite widespread COVID-19 vaccination programs, there is an ongoing need for targeted disease prevention and control efforts in high-risk occupational settings. This study aimed to develop, pilot, and validate an instrument for surveying occupational COVID-19 infection prevention and control (IPC) measures available to workers in diverse geographic and occupational settings. Methods A 44-item online survey was developed in English and validated for face and content validity according to literature review, expert consultation, and pre-testing. The survey was translated and piloted with 890 workers from diverse industries in Canada, Ireland, Argentina, Poland, Nigeria, China, the US, and the UK. Odds ratios generated from univariable, and multivariable logistic regression assessed differences in ‘feeling protected at work’ according to gender, age, occupation, country of residence, professional role, and vaccination status. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was conducted, and internal consistency reliability verified with Cronbach’s alpha. Hypothesis testing using two-sample t-tests verified construct validity (i.e., discriminant validity, known-groups technique), and criterion validity. Results After adjustment for occupational sector, characteristics associated with feeling protected at work included being male (AOR = 1.88; 95% CI = 1.18,2.99), being over 55 (AOR = 2.17; 95% CI = 1.25,3.77) and working in a managerial position (AOR = 3.1; 95% CI = 1.99,4.83). EFA revealed nine key IPC domains relating to: environmental adjustments, testing and surveillance, education, costs incurred, restricted movements, physical distancing, masking, isolation strategies, and areas for improvement. Each domain showed sufficient internal consistency reliability (Cronbach’s alpha ≥0.60). Hypothesis testing revealed differences in survey responses by country and occupational sector, confirming construct validity (p < 0.001), criterion validity (p = 0.04), and discriminant validity (p < 0.001). Conclusions The online survey, developed in English to identify the COVID-19 protective measures used in diverse workplace settings, showed strong face validity, content validity, internal consistency, criterion validity, and construct validity. Translations in Chinese, Spanish, French, Polish, and Hindi demonstrated adaptability of the survey for use in international working environments. The multi-lingual tool can be used by decision makers in the distribution of IPC resources, and to guide occupational safety and health (OSH) recommendations for preventing COVID-19 and future infectious disease outbreaks.

scholarly journals Validity and reliability of Korean version of the Grit Scale for Korean nursing students

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 322-331
Author(s):  
Hyo-Suk Song ◽  
So-Hee Lim
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽  
Exploratory Factor Analysis ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Korean Version ◽  
Confirmatory Factor

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the validity and reliability of the Korean Version of the Grit (Grit-K) scale for nursing students in Korea.Methods: The participants in the study were 277 nursing students. Their grit was verified by using self-reports and the results of a questionnaire. Grit was translated into Korean and its content validity was verified by five experts. The validity of the instrument was verified through item analysis, exploratory factor analysis, and confirmatory factor analysis. Reliability verification was analyzed by using internal consistency reliability.Results: Two factors were identified through exploratory factor analysis and six items of the original instrument were found to be valid. In the confirmatory factor analysis, the validity of the instrument was verified as the model. The internal consistency reliability was also acceptable and Grit was found to be an applicable instrument.Conclusion: This study shows that the Korean Version of the Grit Questionnaire is a valid and reliable instrument to assess nursing students in Korea.

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