scholarly journals Simplified Chinese Version of the Spinal Instability Neoplastic Score in Evaluating Patients with Spinal Metastatic Tumor: A Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Validation

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiajia Chen ◽  
Mengchen Yin ◽  
Ningdao Li ◽  
Xiangyu Wang ◽  
Guanhua Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Metastatic Tumor ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Spinal Instability ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Simplified Chinese ◽  
Culturally Adapted ◽  
Ceiling Effects ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Abstract Background: The Spinal Instability Neoplastic Score (SINS) in simplified Chinese has not been developed so far. This study aimed to translate the SINS into simplified Chinese, adapt it cross-culturally and to validate its psychometric properties in measuring spinal instability in patients with spinal metastatic tumors in the Chinese mainland. Methods: The original version of SINS (in English) was translated and cross-culturally adapted into simplified Chinese according to the internationally recognized guidelines. Internal consistency was evaluated with Cronbach’s alpha. Test-retest reliability was examined among the patients with a 4-week interval. The validity of the Chinese version of SINS (SC-SINS) was assessed by examining its relationship with Kostuik classification. In addition, floor and ceiling effects were considered present if more than 15% of respondents achieved the lowest or highest possible total score. Principal component analysis was conducted to confirm the factor structure of each subscale.Results: No major problems occurred in the forward and back translations of SINS. The internal consistency of SC-SINS was excellent (Cronbach’s a =0.857, ranging from 0.68 to 0.85). Test-retest reliability was also excellent with a value of 0.89, ranging from 0.86 to 0.95. Validity analyses indicated that the SC-SINS was positively and significantly correlated with Kostuik classification. All items showed principal component coefficients of over 0.4. No floor or ceiling effects was found in the SC-SINS.Conclusion: The results indicate that the SC-SINS is reliable and valid in measuring the spinal stability in patients with spinal metastatic tumor.

scholarly journals Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Validation of the Chinese Version of the Brace Questionnaire

2022 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Honglei Yi ◽  
Hu Chen ◽  
Xinhui Wang ◽  
Hong Xia
Keyword(s):  
Correlation Coefficient ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Life Assessment ◽  
Patient Questionnaire ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Ceiling Effects ◽  
Good Internal Consistency ◽  
Brace Questionnaire ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Objective: To adapt the questionnaire cross-culturally and to analyze the adaptation and validation of the Chinese version of the Brace Questionnaire (C-BrQ).Methods: The adaptation was based on the International Quality of Life Assessment Project guidelines. A total of 79 patients with AIS were included to examine the psychometric properties of the C-BrQ. The reliability was assessed using internal consistency (the Cronbach's alpha coefficient) and test–retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient ICC2.1, 95% CI). Floor and ceiling effects were calculated. Lin's concordance correlation coefficient (CCC, 95% CI) was used to compare the agreement between the Scoliosis Research Society-22 patient questionnaire (SRS-22) and C-BrQ.Results: There were strong correlations between each item and its corresponding domain significantly. The correlations between the C-BrQ domains and their related questions vary from moderate to strong (r = 0.311–0.933, P < 0.05). The Cronbach's was 0.891, showing good internal consistency of each domain of the BrQ, and the ICC in test–retest was 0.860 (0.8776, 0.912), which means an excellent test–retest reliability. The Lin's CCC between SRS-22 and C-BrQ was 0.773 (0.669, 0.848), showing great agreement. However, no significant floor and ceiling effects in C-BrQ was observed except the ceiling effect in school activity and bodily pain.Conclusion: BrQ was translated and cross-culturally adapted for use in China with good internal consistency and excellent test–retest reliability.

scholarly journals Psychometric properties of instruments to measure parenting practices and children’s movement behaviors in low-income families from Brazil

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Widjane Sheila Ferreira Goncalves ◽  
Rebecca Byrne ◽  
Pedro Israel Cabral de Lira ◽  
Marcelo Tavares Viana ◽  
Stewart G. Trost
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Screen Time ◽  
Parenting Practices ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Culturally Adapted ◽  
Total Movement ◽  
Objectively Measured ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Abstract Background Childhood obesity has increased remarkably in low and middle-income (LMIC) countries. Movement behaviors (physical activity, screen time, and sleep) are crucial in the development of overweight and obesity in young children. Yet, few studies have investigated the relationship between children’s movement behaviors and parenting practices because validated measures for use among families from LMIC are lacking. This study evaluated the psychometric properties of previously validated measures of young children’s physical activity, screen time, and sleep and parenting practices, translated and culturally adapted to Brazilian families. Methods A total of 78 parent-child dyads completed an interviewer-administered survey twice within 7 days. Child physical activity, sedentary time and sleep were concurrently measured using a wrist-worn accelerometer. Internal consistency and test-retest reliability was assessed using McDonald’s Omega and Intraclass Correlation Coefficients (ICC’s). Concurrent validity was evaluated by calculating Spearman correlations between parent reported child behaviors and accelerometer measured behaviors. Results Seventeen of the 19 parenting practices scales exhibited acceptable internal consistency reliability (Ω ≥ 0.70). Test-retest reliability ICC’s were acceptable and ranged from 0.82 - 0.99. Parent reported child physical activity was positively correlated with objectively measured total movement (rho= 0.29 - 0.46, p < .05) and energetic play (rho= 0.29 – 0.40, p < .05). Parent reported child screen time was positively correlated with objectively measured sedentary time; (rho = 0.26, p < .05), and inversely correlated with total movement (rho = - 0.39 – - 0.41, p < .05) and energetic play (rho = - 0.37 – - 0.41, p < .05). Parent reported night-time sleep duration was significantly correlated with accelerometer measured sleep duration on weekdays (rho = 0.29, p < .05), but not weekends. Conclusions Measurement tools to assess children’s movement behaviors and parenting practices, translated and culturally adapted for use in Brazilian families, exhibited acceptable evidence of concurrent validity, internal consistency, and test-retest reliability.

scholarly journals Translation and Cross-Cultural Adaptation of the Aphasia Check List (ACL) for Farsi-Speaking Persons with Aphasia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmad Reza Khatoonabadi ◽  
◽  
Amin Modarres Zadeh ◽  
Azar Mehri ◽  
Elke Kalbe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Check List ◽  
Time Saving ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Ceiling Effects ◽  
Language And Cognition ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

The Aphasia Check List (ACL) test is a comprehensive, time-saving tool for language evaluation in aphasia, including a cognitive assessment part. This cross-sectional study aimed to translate this test into Farsi and analyze the psychometric features of the translated version. The original version of the ACL was translated and adapted from German; its psychometric features were then determined. Twenty participants with aphasia (PWA) and 50 age- and education-matched, cognitively healthy controls participated. Possible floor and ceiling effects, discriminant validity, test-retest reliability, and internal consistency were analyzed in addition to the evaluation of internal correlations between the test parts (Language and Cognition). Regarding the performance of PWAs in the language section and the cognitive subtests assessing attention, memory, and reasoning, there were no floor and ceiling effects. Adequate discriminant validities for the language section of the test (i.e., total score: [Mann-Whitney U= 6.000, p<0.001]; diagnostic subtests scores: [U=3.000, p<0.001]; and each subtest individually) and for the attention subtest of the cognition section [U=16.500, p<0.001] were observed. There was no difference between the control group and the patient group in the subtests of memory [U=497.500, p=0.973] and reasoning [U=3.000, p=308]. The test-retest reliability was acceptable in all subtests (ICCagreement =0.573-0.984). The ACL-P test showed appropriate internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha=0.761 for test and retest scores). There were also significant correlations between language and cognition in the control and patient groups. The ACL-P test showed sufficient reliability and validity for the evaluation of Farsi-speaking PWAs and used in studies on this population

scholarly journals A study of the reliability and validity of the Chinese version of the Nociception Coma Scale–Revised

2020 ◽  
Vol 34 (8) ◽  
pp. 1112-1121
Author(s):  
Jing Wang ◽  
Haibo Di ◽  
Wen Hua ◽  
Liwen Cheng ◽  
Zhigang Xia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Disorders Of Consciousness ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Rater Reliability ◽  
Validity Data ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Coma Scale ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Objective: The aim of the study was to check on the reliability and validity of the translated version of Nociception Coma Scale–Revised. Design: Prospective psychometric study. Setting: Rehabilitation and neurology unit in hospital. Subjects: Patients with prolonged disorders of consciousness. Interventions: None. Main measures: The original English version of the Nociception Coma Scale–Revised was translated into Chinese. The reliability and validity were undertaken by trained raters. Intraclass correlation coefficients were used to assess inter-rater reliability and test–retest reliability. Cronbach’s alpha test was used to investigate internal consistency. Spearman’s correlation was used to calculate concurrent validity. The Coma Recovery Scale–revised was used to assess the consciousness of patients. Results: Eighty-four patients were enrolled in the study. Inter-rater reliability of the Chinese version of Nociception Coma Scale–Revised was high for total scores and motor and verbal subscores and good for facial subscores. Test–retest reliability was high for total score and for all subscores. Analysis revealed a moderate internal consistency for subscores. For the concurrent validity, a strong correlation was found between the Nociception Coma Scale–Revised and the Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, and Consolability behavioral scale for all patients. A moderate correlation was found between the Nociception Coma Scale–Revised and the Coma Recovery Scale–revised scores for all patients. Conclusion: The Chinese version of Nociception Coma Scale–Revised has good reliability and validity data for assessing responses to pain in patients with prolonged disorders of consciousness.

scholarly journals Measuring the occupational balance of people with insomnia in a Chinese population: Preliminary psychometric evidence on the Chinese version of the Occupational Balance Questionnaire

2020 ◽  
pp. 156918612094453
Author(s):  
Eris CM Ho ◽  
Mona Dür ◽  
Tanja Stamm ◽  
Andrew MH Siu
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Living Environment ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Insomnia Severity

Background Occupational balance, a fundamental concept in occupational therapy, is the arrangement of right amount and variety of occupations contributes to a person’s health and well-being. This study was aimed to investigate the reliability and validity of the Chinese version of the Occupational Balance Questionnaire (OB-Quest) for people with insomnia. Methods The OB-Quest was translated into traditional Chinese and reviewed by an expert panel for content validity, cultural relevance and translation accuracy. Internal consistency, factor analysis and convergent validity, as well as test–retest reliability, were explored. Results The participants (n = 205), 115 adults with insomnia and 90 adults without insomnia, completed a survey of demographic background, the Chinese version of OB-Quest and the Chinese Insomnia Severity Index (C-ISI). The Chinese version of OB-Quest demonstrated excellent test–retest reliability (ICC= 0.98) and good internal consistency (Cronbach’s α  =  0.80). Factor analysis indicated that a single-factor solution explained 42% of the variance, and 9 out of 10 items had a factor loading of 0.4 or above. The Chinese version of OB-Quest had significant correlations with C-ISI (r = –0.88; p < 0.001). A significant difference was found in occupational balance between groups with different levels of insomnia severity and without insomnia (F = 169.72; p < 0.001). As in a previous study, age, living environment and life role had no significant relationship with occupational balance. Conclusion The Chinese version of OB-Quest is a short, easy to understand and culturally relevant assessment for Chinese. It demonstrates satisfactory psychometric properties and had significant correlations with insomnia.

scholarly journals Understanding the Fertility Desires and Intentions among HIV-Positive Men Living in Ontario: Survey Instrument Development and Validation

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. 232595821983101 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph Nguemo Djiometio ◽  
Tony Antoniou ◽  
Vicki Kristman ◽  
Rebecca Schiff ◽  
Molly Gamble ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Construct Validity ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Survey Instrument ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Spearman Correlation ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Fertility Desires ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Hiv Positive Men

Men with HIV have highlighted the importance of understanding their fertility desires. However, most research has focused on women. We aimed (1) to develop a survey instrument to assess fertility desires and intentions among HIV-positive men and (2) to assess its face, content, and construct validity, as well as test–retest reliability and internal consistency. Principal component analysis was used for construct validity analysis in a sample of 60 men with HIV. The test–retest reliability and internal consistency were assessed using Spearman correlation and Cronbach α, respectively. The initial and the final version of the questionnaire consisted of 10 domains and 14 constructs. We found a one-component model for the 3 constructs analyzed and Cronbach α values were ≥.70. Test–retest statistic was stable with Spearman correlation >0.70. In conclusion, a reliable and valid questionnaire was developed for determining the fertility desires and intentions of men with HIV.

Psychometric Evaluation of the Modified CARE-Q Among Chinese Nurses in Taiwan

2006 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 8-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mei-Hua Lee, ◽  
Patricia J. Larson, ◽  
William L. Holzemer,
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Psychometric Evaluation ◽  
Likert Scale ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Coefficient Alpha ◽  
English Version ◽  
Original English Version ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Caring Behaviors ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

The purpose of this study was to modify the CARE-Q into a 7-point Likert scale to measure the perceived frequency of caring behaviors from the nurse’s perspective. Potential participants were asked to self-administer a Chinese version of the questionnaire. The agreement for the equivalence of meaning between the Chinese version and the original English version was rated as 96% accurate for the 50 items. Test-retest reliability was 0.803 for the modified CARE-Q tested at a 2-week interval. The internal consistency for an overall coefficient alpha was 0.97 for the total scale of the modified CARE-Q and ranged from 0.82 to 0.92 for the subscales. Study findings suggest further research to delete overlapping items. Testing with different samples is also warranted.education are discussed.

Validation of Chinese version of Exercise Dependence Scale-Revised (EDS-R)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
peiying yang ◽  
Qian Yu ◽  
Christian Montag ◽  
Benjamin Becker ◽  
Boris Cheval ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Construct Validity ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Screening Tool ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Exercise Dependence ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Eating Disorder Symptoms ◽  
Good Internal Consistency ◽  
Dependence Scale ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

The Exercise Dependence Scale-Revised (EDS-R) has been suggested as screening tool for exercise dependence (ED), however, a validated Chinese version of this instrument is currently lacking. To this end, the present study translated and evaluated the psychometric properties of a Chinese version of the scale. Following a forward-backward translation of the EDS-R, the Chinese version (EDS-C) as well as validated scales assessing associated constructs were administered to a large sample of habitual exercisers (N=1447, 52.4% male) in universities and communities. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was employed and invariance test across gender was carried out. Additionally, internal consistency and test-retest reliability were determined. Furthermore, construct validity was tested by investigating associations of ED with exercise variables and related constructs. We observed that the EDS-C confirmed the original seven-factor structure (TLI = .94, CFI = .95, RMSEA = .068, SRMR = .032) and showed invariance across genders. Moreover, we observed good internal consistency, with Cronbach alpha ranging from 0.73 to 0.93 for sub-scales and a moderate test-retest reliability (r: 0.45-0.82). The construct validity was additionally supported given that higher levels in EDS-C associated with a higher frequency of exercise and higher levels of eating disorder symptoms, body image inflexibility and generalized anxiety symptoms. In summary, EDS-C is a reliable and valid screening tool for ED in Chinese universities as well as communities.

scholarly journals Reliability and validity of the Chinese version of the Nutritional Form For the Elderly

2015 ◽  
Vol 18 (14) ◽  
pp. 2559-2564 ◽  
Author(s):  
Han Gao ◽  
Ulrika Söderhamn ◽  
Lin Zhang ◽  
Hui-Xia Cui ◽  
Kun Liu
Keyword(s):  
Construct Validity ◽  
Content Validity ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Chinese Version ◽  
Sufficient Evidence ◽  
English Version ◽  
Intra Class Correlation ◽  
Retest Reliability ◽  
Simplified Chinese ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

AbstractObjectiveThe present study aimed to translate the English version of the Nutritional Form For the Elderly into Simplified Chinese, as well as to test the reliability (homogeneity and stability) and validity (content and construct validity) of the Chinese version of the Nutritional Form For the Elderly (NUFFE-CHI).DesignThe study adopted a cross-sectional design. The English version of the NUFFE was translated into Simplified Chinese and a questionnaire survey was conducted. The data were analysed with statistical methods to estimate the homogeneity, stability, content and construct validity.SettingJinzhou City, China.SubjectsA total number of 701 community-dwelling older adults answered the questionnaire, including background variables and the NUFFE-CHI. A small group of the participants (n 50) completed the NUFFE-CHI twice for test–retest reliability.ResultsCronbach’s α was 0·65 and the split-half reliability was 0·67. Item-to-total correlation analyses showed that the scale has sufficient internal consistency. The test–retest reliability regarding the total scores of NUFFE-CHI was reflected in an intra-class correlation coefficient of 0·88. The intra-class correlation coefficients between the test and retest of the NUFFE-CHI items varied between 0·43 and 0·98. A content validity index of 0·83 explained good content validity. Construct validity was demonstrated in an exploratory factor analysis with a six-factor solution, explaining 57·65 % of the variance.ConclusionsThis first testing of the NUFFE-CHI indicates sufficient evidence for reliability, content and construct validity. Further testing studies regarding homogeneity, concurrent validity, sensitivity and specificity are required before the NUFFE-CHI can be used as a screening instrument in clinical settings and in research.

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