Reliability and Validity of the Rhinitis Control Assessment Test (Thai Version) in Patients with Rhinitis

2021 ◽  
Vol 104 (7) ◽  
pp. 1199-1203
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Nasal Symptom ◽  
Coefficient Alpha ◽  
Skin Tests ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Non Allergic Rhinitis

Objective: To assess the reliability and validity of the Rhinitis Control Assessment Test (RCAT) (Thai version) in patients with rhinitis. Materials and Methods: This is a questionnaire-based research, cross-sectional study. The researchers had asked permission from the developer to translate the RCAT into Thai language based on the international standard of translation method. Validity test was evaluated by the expert looking at the items in the questionnaire and agreeing that the test is a valid measure of the concept. Fifty patients with allergic and non-allergic rhinitis were recruited into the present study and completed the RCAT, total nasal symptom scores (TNSS) and skin tests were measured at the same time. Cronbach’s coefficient alpha and Pearson correlation were evaluated for its reliability. Results: The RCAT (Thai version) have a good reliability and validity with Cronbach’s coefficient alpha 0.73 and Pearson correlation 0.74 in correlation analysis with TNSS (p<0.01). The aspect of content validity was evaluated by three specialists, and they agreed to all six questions of RCAT (Thai version). Conclusion: The researchers have demonstrated that the RCAT (Thai version) have a good reliability and validity and is suitable for clinical application to evaluate the rhinitis symptoms. Keywords: Rhinitis; Allergic rhinitis; Non-allergic rhinitis; RCAT

scholarly journals Reliability and validity of the Indonesian version of the aging males’ symptoms

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 211-4
Author(s):  
Dyandra Parikesit ◽  
Miftah Adityagama ◽  
Widi Atmoko ◽  
Ponco Birowo ◽  
Akmal Taher ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Cronbach’S Alpha ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Pearson Correlation Test ◽  
Aging Males Symptoms

BACKGROUND Aging males’ symptoms (AMS) scale was developed to study the problems of aging males, especially related to the quality of life. Currently, there is no valid and reliable Indonesian version of the AMS scale. This study was aimed to translate and evaluate the validity and reliability of the Indonesian version of the AMS scale. METHODS This cross-sectional study translated the existing AMS scale into Indonesian, which was tested in 40 years old males from May to August 2020. Cross-cultural validation of the AMS scale was conducted by translating the questionnaire from English to Indonesian by two independent-certified translators. The validity of the Indonesian version of the AMS scale was measured by conducting a Pearson correlation (r) analysis. The reliability of this questionnaire was tested and retested in 118 participants with a 2-week interval. In addition, Cronbach’s alpha value was measured and used as a reference. The first test was conducted in a corporate blood donor event in Matraman, East Jakarta, and the retest was conducted in Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital. RESULTS The Indonesian version of the AMS scale was valid and had a good internal consistency with a Cronbach’s alpha value of 0.74. The test-retest reliability showed good reliability with an r-value of 0.981. Pearson correlation test showed that all questions in the questionnaire were valid (p<0.05) and correlated positively. CONCLUSIONS The Indonesian version of the AMS scale derived from this study is valid and has good reliability.

scholarly journals Diseño y validación de encuesta sobre motivación de docentes frente a procesos de educación para la sexualidad

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 46
Author(s):  
María Constanza Hakspiel Plata ◽  
Lucila Niño Bautista ◽  
Claudia Milena Velazco Rangel ◽  
Darlen Aragón Borré ◽  
Liliana Patricia Pineda-Rodríguez
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Sexuality Education ◽  
Basic Education ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Rasch Model ◽  
Made In ◽  
External Motivation

ResumenObjetivo: Diseñar y validar encuesta, mediante el modelo de Rasch, para identificar motivaciones internas, externas o desmotivación en docentes de educación básica y media convocados a capacitación en educación para la sexualidad. Materiales y métodos: Estudio de corte transversal cuantitativo con enfoque empírico analítico no experimental para evaluar la encuesta y establecer calidad de los ítems, confiabilidad y validez; la encuesta fue elaborada a partir de la teoría de Deci y Ryan. Participaron 155 docentes de 12 colegios públicos de los municipios de Piedecuesta y El Socorro del departamento de Santander, Colombia. Resultados: Se aplicaron 51 encuestas iniciales y 104 finales. En la prueba inicial solo se logró analizar el componente de motivación externa y se observó un buen ajuste, unidimensionalidad, buena confiabilidad y separación para ítems de 0.97 y 5.76 respectivamente; En la segunda prueba los tres componentes (motivación interna, externa y desmotivación) mostraron ajuste a Rasch con unidimensionalidad, confiabilidad de ítems de 0.80, 0.97 y 0.89 y separación de 2.01, 5.78 y 2.83 respectivamente; no hubo ítems con funcionamiento diferencial por sexo. Conclusiones: Se dispone de encuesta validada y confiable para evaluar motivación docente frente a procesos de capacitación en educación para la sexualidad. AbstractObjective: To design and validate a survey using the Rasch model with the aim of identifying internal and external motivation or discouragement in teachers of basic education and media invited to training in sexuality education. Materials and methods: A quantitative cross-sectional study with  non-experimental analytical empirical approach was made in order to evaluate the survey and establish quality items, reliability and validity. The survey was  developed from the theory of Deci and Ryan. 155 teachers of 12 public schools from the municipalities of Piedecuesta and El Socorro from the department of Santander, Colombia participated. Results: 51 initial surveys and 104 final ones were applied. In the initial test, it was only possible to analyze the component of external motivation and a good fit, unidimensionality, good reliability and separation for items of 0.97 and 5.76 respectively were observed. In the second test the three components (internal, external and  discouragement) showed Rasch fit in terms of unidimensionality, reliability of items of 0.80, 0.97 and 0.89 and separation of 2.01, 5.78 and 2.83 respectively. There were no items with differential performance by sex. Conclusions: There is a validated and reliable survey to evaluate teachers’ motivation in front of training processes for sexuality education.

scholarly journals Reliability and validity of the Medication Adherence Rating Scale in a cohort of patients with schizophrenia from Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 85-92 ◽  
Author(s):  
Godspower O. Owie ◽  
Sunday O. Olotu ◽  
Bawo O. James
Keyword(s):  
Medication Adherence ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Adherence Behavior ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Negative Side Effects ◽  
Sub Saharan

Abstract Introduction Assessing adherence in schizophrenia facilitates interventions that optimize outcomes. Adherence rating questionnaires are feasible and non-intrusive; however, no validated measure exists in sub-Saharan Africa. We aimed to assess the psychometric properties of the 10-item Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS). Methods This was a cross-sectional study of a cohort of patients with schizophrenia (n=230). A sociodemographic questionnaire, the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI), Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS), Scale for the Unawareness of Mental Disorder (SUMD) and the MARS were all administered by an interviewer. Results The MARS demonstrated good reliability (Cronbach’s alpha: 0.76). The scale was reducible to a 3-factor construct (1 – medication adherence behavior, 2 – attitude to taking medications, and 3 – negative side effects and attitude to psychotropics), with significant though weak external validity in relation to psychopathology (p<0.001) and insight (p<0.001). The first factor showed good internal consistency (α=0.80), comprising six items that could serve as a reliable proxy measure of adherence in place of the MARS Conclusion The MARS demonstrated fair psychometric characteristics in assessing adherence in patients with schizophrenia in this cohort. The scale may be useful in the dimensional assessment of medication adherence for schizophrenia in sub-Saharan African settings.

scholarly journals Resumption of sexual intercourse post partum and the utilisation of contraceptive methods in China: a cross-sectional study

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. e026132
Author(s):  
Caixia Zhuang ◽  
Ting Li ◽  
Lei Li
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Influencing Factors ◽  
Post Partum ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tertiary Teaching

ObjectiveThis is a cross-sectional study that aimed to examine the resumption of sexual intercourse post partum, the utilisation of contraceptive methods and the influencing factors among Chinese women at a tertiary teaching hospital.DesignThis is a questionnaire survey by written and online interview for participants.ParticipantsBased on medical records, we sent online questionnaires about postpartum sexual intercourse and contraception plans to 550 eligible women.Main outcome measuresPotential factors affecting postpartum sexual intercourse and utilisation of contraception were determined by analysis of epidemiological and clinical factors and sexual experiences during and after pregnancy.ResultsOf 550 eligible participants, 406 women (73.8%) with a postpartum period of 8.5 months (range 6–10) completed the questionnaires; 146 of 406 (36.0%) resumed sexual intercourse within 3 months, and 259 of 279 (92.8%) used contraceptive methods. In univariate and multivariate analyses, sexual intercourse during pregnancy (adjusted OR 4.4, 95% CI 2.8 to 6.9) and resumption of menstruation (adjusted OR 2.5, 95% CI 1.5 to 4.3) were significant influencing factors in resumption of sexual intercourse within 3 months after childbirth. No factor was found to be associated with using contraceptive methods or the general resumption of sexual intercourse post partum. The questionnaire had good reliability and validity.ConclusionsHaving sexual intercourse during pregnancy and resuming menstruation earlier were independent factors for resumption of sexual intercourse within 3 months after delivery. Almost all women who had postpartum sexual intercourse used various contraceptive methods.

scholarly journals The Psychometric Properties of the Persian Version of the Child and Youth Resilience Measure (CYRM-12)

2021 ◽  
Vol In Press (In Press) ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan Ghahremani ◽  
Fahimeh Fathali Lavasani ◽  
Mahdieh Moinalghorabaei ◽  
Mahmood Dehghani ◽  
Hojjatollah Farahani
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Persian Version ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Youth Resilience

Background: Resilience is a dynamic system for successful adjustment with various circumstances, particularly adverse living conditions. In this respect, the Child and Youth Resilience Measure (CYRM-12) can simultaneously assess the individual, relational, contextual, and cultural resources of resilience. Objectives: The present study aimed to investigate the psychometric properties of the Persian version of CYRM-12 in Iranian youth. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, a total number of 440 students aged 14 - 18 years were enrolled. The students were studying in middle and high schools (the academic year of 2019 - 2020) in the city of Islamshahr, Iran, and were selected using random cluster sampling. Data collection questionnaires included the CYRM-12, CYRM-28, Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS), and Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21). Results: Our results supported the one-factor structure and showed that the given measure had a good fit (χ2/DF = 2.63, RMSEA = 0.06, CFI = 0.95, and GFI = 0.95). The internal consistency measured by Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was also satisfactory (0.79). As well, the test-retest reliability determined by Pearson’s correlation coefficient (with a two-week interval) was obtained 0.70. Moreover, this scale had acceptable convergent and divergent validities. Conclusions: The Persian version of the CYRM-12 delivered good reliability and validity to assess resilience in Iranian youth.

scholarly journals Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior to Predict Drug Abuse-Related Behaviors among Adolescents

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seyed Saeed Mazloomy Mahmoodabad ◽  
Saeedeh Sadeghi ◽  
Mohammad Saeed Jadgal ◽  
Nooshin Yooshany ◽  
Rabee Agh Atabay ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Drug Abuse ◽  
Theory Of Planned Behavior ◽  
Planned Behavior ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Maternal Education ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
History Of

Introduction:  Drug abuse is one of the important challenges in the field of mental health and adolescence health promotion. Due to the social and medical costs of drug abuse and its consequences among the youth, it is necessary to deal with this issue effectively. Therefore, in this theoretical study, the predictability of the Theory of Planned Behavior on drug abuse related behaviors was explained among adolescents. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Chabahar City in 2015 among 300 male adolescents, recruited randomly. All data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire with confirmed reliability and validity. The data were analyzed by independent t- test and pearson correlation.  Results: we found that 77% of the participants had no history of parental drug abuse. Furthermore, 72% of participants reported a history of using industrial drugs in their friends. The Chi-square test showed that adolescent's smoking had a significant relationship with father's education, family size, history of using industrial drugs in parents , history of using industrial drugs in friends, and the participants' business o (P˃0.000). However, the level of maternal education (P = 682) and living with parents (P = 729) had no significant relationship with the adolescents' smoking rate. Conclusions: since knowledge and attitude had the highest correlation and predictability with industrial drug abuse among the adolescents, theory of planned behavior can be used properly and effectively to plan and implement  prevention programs among the adolescents.

The association between the reflux symptoms index and nasal symptoms among patients with non-allergic rhinitis

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
A W Hamizan ◽  
Y Y Choo ◽  
P V Loh ◽  
N F Abd Talib ◽  
M F Mohd Ramli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Laryngopharyngeal Reflux ◽  
Nasal Symptom ◽  
Reflux Symptom ◽  
Reflux Symptom Index ◽  
Symptom Index ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nasal Symptoms ◽  
Reflux Symptoms ◽  
Non Allergic Rhinitis

Abstract Background Laryngopharyngeal reflux symptoms assessed with the reflux symptom index can overlap with non-allergic rhinitis symptoms. This study aims to explore the association between the reflux symptom index and nasal symptoms in non-allergic rhinitis patients. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on consecutive adults with non-allergic rhinitis. The reflux symptom index (score of more than 13 = laryngopharyngeal reflux) and nasal symptoms (categorised as mild (total score of 0–3), moderate (4–7) or severe (8–12)) were assessed. Results The study included 227 participants (aged 58.64 ± 12.39 years, 59.5 per cent female). The reflux symptom index scores increased with total nasal symptom scores (mild vs moderate vs severe, 8.61 ± 6.27 vs 12.94 ± 7.4 vs 16.40 ± 8.10; p < 0.01). Logistic regression indicated that laryngopharyngeal reflux is more likely in patients with severe nose block (odds ratio 5.47 (95 per cent confidence interval = 2.16–13.87); p < 0.01). Conclusion Laryngopharyngeal reflux symptoms are associated with nasal symptom severity, and nasal symptoms should be primarily treated. Those with predominant nose block and laryngopharyngeal reflux symptoms are more likely to have laryngopharyngeal reflux.

Validation of the Arabic version of the Bergen Facebook Addiction Scale in Tunisian adolescents

2019 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hela Ghali ◽  
Rim Ghammem ◽  
Nawel Zammit ◽  
Sihem Ben Fredj ◽  
Faten Ammari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Arabic Version ◽  
Alpha Coefficient ◽  
Cronbach’S Alpha ◽  
School Students ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Cronbach's Alpha ◽  
Facebook Addiction

Abstract Background Facebook is by far the most popular social network. Thus, it is important to use a valid measuring tool. This study aimed to validate an Arabic version of the Bergen Facebook Addiction Scale (BFAS). Methods It was a cross-sectional study conducted among public secondary schools, within the city of Sousse, Eastern Tunisia over 2 months. Students completed self-administrated questionnaires. The revised test-retest version of the scale was given to a sample of ten pilot students in order to check the readability of the translation. Internal consistency was measured using Cronbach’s alpha coefficient in order to assess the extent to which the BFAS items were interrelated. Results A total of 1399 participants took part in the study (60.5% females). Among 1353 students who are using Facebook, 71.8% had non-problematic use. The median score of addiction was 13 ranging from 6 to 30. The median time spent each day on Facebook was 3 h. The Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was 0.87. Students with higher Facebook addiction scores were significantly more addicted to video games (p = 0.001), and more depressed (p < 0.0001). Conclusion The Arabic-BFAS is consistent as a screening test for Facebook addiction among secondary school students due to having good reliability and validity.

scholarly journals Running Readiness Scale as an assessment of kinematics related to knee injury in female novice runners

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathryn Harrison ◽  
D.S. Blaise Williams ◽  
Benjamin J. Darter ◽  
Adam Sima ◽  
Ron Zernicke ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Internal Rotation ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Intraclass Correlation ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Transverse Plane ◽  
Joint Angles ◽  
Good Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Peak Knee ◽  
Knee Abduction

Abstract CONTEXT Frontal and transverse plane kinematics were prospectively identified as risk factors for running-related injuries in females. The Running Readiness Scale (RRS) may allow for clinical evaluation of these kinematics. OBJECTIVES To assess reliability and validity of the RRS as an assessment of frontal and transverse plane running kinematics. DESIGN Cross-sectional SETTING University research laboratory. PATIENTS OR OTHER PARTICIPANTS 56 female novice runners. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES 3D kinematics were collected during running and RRS tasks: hopping, plank, step-ups, single-leg squats, and wall-sit. RRS performances were assessed by 5 assessors, 3 times each. Inter- and intra-rater reliabilities of total RRS score and individual tasks were calculated using intraclass correlation coefficient and Fleiss kappa, respectively. Pearson correlation coefficients between peak joint angles measured during running and the same angles measured during RRS tasks were calculated. Peak joint angles of high vs. low scoring participants were compared. RESULTS Inter- and intra-rater reliabilities of assessment of the total RRS scores were good. Reliability of the assessment of individual tasks were moderate to almost perfect. Peak hip adduction, pelvic drop, and knee abduction during running were correlated with the same angles measured during hopping, step-ups, and single-leg squats (r=0.537–0.939). Peak knee internal rotation during running was correlated with peak knee internal rotation during step-ups (r=0.831). Runners who scored high on the RRS demonstrated less knee abduction during running. CONCLUSIONS The RRS may be an effective evaluation of knee abduction in novice runners, but evaluation criteria or tasks may need to be modified for effective assessment of pelvis and transverse plane knee kinematics.

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