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The ORTO-15 is a commonly used screening instrument for symptoms of Orthorexia Nervosa (ON), an obsessive overconcern with healthy eating. However, its limitations have been evidenced in several published factorial models. We analyzed the psychometric properties of seven different ORTO-15 factorial models using data from Brazilian adult participants (n = 1455; 71.4% women; M age = 29.5, SD = 8.9 years) from the country's five macro-regions who answered online questions for sample characterization and completed the Portuguese version of the ORTO-15 containing 15 items. We tested the fit of each model separately, analyzing data for men and women with separate confirmatory factor analysis, and using the Weighted Least Squares Mean and Variance Adjusted estimation method and goodness-of-fit indices. We also calculated the average variance extracted and the alpha ordinal and omega coefficients to analyze the convergent validity and reliability of the factors. None of the models tested presented adequate properties of validity and reliability. Although we found some acceptable reliability coefficients, they do not guarantee the validity of the data. Future investigators should be cautious when choosing the ORTO-15 for ON screening. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The purpose of this study was to develop a workplace breastfeeding support scale for working mothers and examine their psychometric properties. This methodological research was conducted between February and April 2022. This study included 325 mothers who continued breastfeeding while working. The tool development stages included item generation, expert review for content validity testing, and psychometric testing. The data were collected through face-to-face interviews between February and April 2022. In data analysis, for explanatory factor analysis, the direct oblimin technique and scree plot test were performed. Structural equation modeling was performed for confirmatory factor analysis. Two sub-dimensions (manager support, environmental support) and a nine-item workplace breastfeeding support scale showed good validity and reliability. The Cronbach's alpha value of the total scale and sub-dimensions of the scale were greater than 0.70. Confirmatory factor analysis showed that the model fit indices were acceptable (χ2 = 68.658, χ2/df = 2.64, CFI = 0.94, GFI = 0.96, AGFI = 0.92, and RMSEA = 0.07). The total variance explained by the scale was 54.32 percent. This newly developed 9-item and 2-dimensional version is a valid and reliable tool for measuring the working mothers' perception of workplace breastfeeding support. This tool is recommended to be verified in other low, middle, and high-income countries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Quantifying the professional ethical challenges that nurses encounter is crucial for both theoretical insights and practical outcomes. The objective of this research is to assess the psychometric properties of the Chinese adaptation of the Moral Distress Scale for Healthcare Professionals (MD-APPS). Methods: In 2024, a survey approach was utilized to engage with several tertiary-level healthcare institutions throughout China. A cohort of 448 nursing professionals who satisfied the specified selection benchmarks was consequently incorporated into the study. To evaluate the scale's reliability and validity, methods including the Content Validity Index (CVI), Factor Analysis—both Exploratory (EFA) and Confirmatory (CFA)—alongside assessments of internal consistency and test-retest reliability were employed. Results: Expert evaluations yielded an I-CVI of 0.90, suggesting good content validity for the MD-APPS's Chinese adaptation. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) revealed a bi-dimensional framework with 7 components, explaining 56.34% of the cumulative variance. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) outcomes displayed a χ-square/df ratio of 1.542. The estimate for Robust RMSEA was 0.054, and the SRMR was ascertained to be 0.041. Indices for both Robust TLI and Robust CFI surpassed the 0.9 threshold, indicating an acceptable fit; this aspect was supported by a P-value (Chi-square) of 0.094. The internal consistency, measured by Cronbach's α, was found to be 0.74, while the test-retest reliability over a two-week period reached 0.964. These findings provide initial evidence for the psychometric properties of the Chinese MD-APPS. Conclusion: The Chinese adaptation of the MD-APPS demonstrates promising initial psychometric properties, suggesting its potential suitability for exploring nurses' professional ethical challenges within the Chinese cultural context. This scale may facilitate the identification of diverse elements influencing nurses' professional ethics and the assessment of the ethical climate in nursing practices. However, further validation studies are needed to fully establish its psychometric robustness across various healthcare settings in China. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background The disabilities of arm, shoulder, and hand (DASH) questionnaire addresses the patient's disabilities and symptoms to evaluate the extent and the impact of injuries in the patient's daily-life activities. This study aims to develop a valid and reliable adaptation of DASH into the Kurdish language and culture (DASH-KU). Methods American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons Outcomes Committee guideline was used for the cross-cultural adaptation of DASH to the Kurdish version. This study was conducted at the Shahid Saifaddin consultation clinic in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq between April and October 2022. A total of 300 participants, who were included in the study using an available sampling method, completed the self-report DASH-KU questionnaire during two consecutive assessments with a 24-hour interval. Results The DASH-KU questionnaire demonstrated excellent internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.99) and test–retest reliability (intraclass correlation = 0.99). A strong correlation between DASH-KU scores and the patient-rated wrist/hand evaluation tool (r = 0.792) supported its construct validity. Bland–Altman plots showed good agreement between assessments with no floor (3%) or ceiling (0%) effects. Factor analysis found the scale had high adequacy (0.700) and significant sphericity (p < 0.001). The major factor explained 40% of variance with an eigenvalue of 13.14. Additionally, a five-item model explained 81.23% of DASH-KU variance, though responsiveness was suboptimal, possibly due to the short 24-hour interval between measurements. Conclusion Our results demonstrate that DASH-KU has excellent reliability and validity in identifying upper limb injuries, and the psychometric properties of DASH-KU were similar to its original version. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Nurses make decision for patients and the quality of nurses' decision making can affect patient outcomes. For some reason, nurses are experiencing impaired decision making and it can negatively impact patient care. A valid and reliable instrument to assess decision fatigue may let people know about the concept and guide the development of new policies or interventions for Korean nurses' decision fatigue. This study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Korean version of the decision fatigue scale. The design was a cross-sectional descriptive study and convenience sampling was used to recruit participants. A total of 247 nurses from across South Korea participated in an online survey. The survey consisted of demographic questionnaires, decision fatigue scale, nursing practice environment scale, and compassion fatigue scale. It was validated through confirmatory factor analysis that the Korean version of the decision fatigue scale was a single factor with the same structure as the original scale. The Korean version of the decision fatigue scale showed significant correlations with compassion fatigue, and the scale showed appropriate internal consistency. This study established well enough the psychometric characteristics of the Korean version of decision fatigue. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background and Purpose: Electronic health record systems (EHRSs) are widely used to record patients' data and should be compatible with nurses' workflow. The purpose of this study was to adapt the Workflow Integration Survey (WIS) to the Turkish language and examine the reliability and validity measures of the Turkish version of the scale. Methods: In this methodological study, data were collected between December 2019 and February 2020 from 120 nurses. This study included the following phases: translation and evaluation of the content validity; explanatory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and reliability analysis. The intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was used for the test–retest reliability with 30 nurses. Results: The results of CFA revealed a two factors' structure, and these two factors explained 50.57% of the total variance. This was confirmed (χ2/ df = 1.673, goodness-of-fit index = 0.948, incremental fit index = 0.923, comparative fit index = 0.918, root mean square error of approximation = 0.075, and standardized root mean square residual = 0.0604) using structural equation modeling. The total Cronbach's alpha value was found to be.702,.636, and.649 for the subscales. The ICC was calculated for test–retest reliability and was found to be 0.871. Conclusions: The validity and reliability of the WIS have been found to be sufficient. It is recommended that the validity and reliability studies on the WIS be conducted in different hospitals with a larger number of participants. Furthermore, the use of the scale in cross-cultural studies to evaluate the compatibility of EHRSs with nurses' workflow in different cultures is also suggested. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Patient satisfaction is a crucial measure of the quality of healthcare, especially with regard to nursing services in hospital settings. Understanding and increasing patient satisfaction with nursing care is critical to improving overall healthcare and ensuring positive patient experiences during their hospital stay. The aim of this research was to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Croatian version of the Satisfaction with Nursing Care Quality Questionnaire (PSNCQQ), test the reliability and validity of the tool after translation, and investigate differences in patient satisfaction based on demographic variables, as well as their contribution to satisfaction with the quality of nursing care. After translation and adaptation, the Croatian version of the PSNCQQ was applied to 350 hospitalized patients (average age 51.19 years (range: 18–87)), of whom 194 (55.4%) were men and 156 (44.6%) were women. The results showed high internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.977) and confirmed the one-factor structure of the questionnaire, explaining 70.64% of the total variance. Confirmatory factor analysis supported the unidimensional model, showing strong fit indices (χ2 = 583.047, df = 149, p < 0.001, GFI = 0.861, AGFI = 0.818, NFI = 0.936, TLI = 0.946, CFI = 0.955, RMSEA = 0.080, PCLOSE < 0.001). In conclusion, the validation of the PSNCQQ in the Croatian language increases resources for evaluating and improving the quality of nursing care. This research lays the foundation for future studies and practical applications aimed at improving patient satisfaction and nursing care outcomes in Croatia, but there are also limitations to this study, including its one-institution scope, the possible influence of factors outside the current treatment on satisfaction, and the lack of comparison with objective clinical indicators. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: With the rapid rise of the Internet, it has become an indispensable part of adolescents’ learning and lives. To promote sustainable development of the Internet, fostering good Internet moral literacy among adolescents is particularly important. Given the current absence of a Chinese version of the Internet Moral Literacy Scale suitable for adolescents, this study translated and conducted two studies on the scale developed by Lau and Yuen. Methods: In Study 1, item analysis and factor validity analysis of the scale were conducted with 343 adolescents from China. In Study 2, a large‑scale cross‑sectional survey was conducted to analyze descriptive statistics, factor validity, measurement invariance across genders, difference analysis, and concurrent validity of the scale. The study 2 involved 7837 Chinese adolescents. Results: The results from study 1 showed that most items met the specified criteria. However, one item exhibited higher internal consistency than the overall Cronbach’s alpha value when removed. Exploratory factor analysis indicated a more suitable two‑dimensional model, with one item showing cross‑loading issues. Study 2 revealed that the Internet Moral Literacy Scale had good internal reliability, and the two‑factor structure exhibited excellent factor validity. In addition, significant gender differences in Internet moral literacy levels were identified, with males scoring lower than females. A significant negative correlation was found between Internet moral literacy and both cyberbullying (r = −0.87, P < 0.001) and moral disengagement (r = −0.75, P < 0.001). Conclusion: Chinese version of the Internet Moral Literacy Scale has good psychometric properties. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective To develop a Negative Cognitive Processing Bias Scale for Adolescents and examine its reliability and validity, and apply it to explore the status quo of negative cognitive processing bias in adolescents. Methods Based on Negative Cognitive Processing Bias Questionnaire for Adults, a theoretical model was constructed according to the results of literature analysis and expert interviews, and then a Negative Cognitive Processing Bias Scale suitable for adolescents was developed with reference to the opinions of primary and secondary school teachers. A total of 5 794 adolescents were subjected and randomly allocated into Sample 1 (n=2 897) and Sample 2 (n=2 897). The data in Sample 1 were analyzed by item analysis and exploratory factor analysis, and the data of Sample 2 were analyzed by confirmatory factor analysis. Finally, the overall data of 5 794 participants were used to test the reliability of the scale. Descriptive statistics, independent sample t-test and one-way ANOVA were used to analyze the negative cognitive processing bias of the participants. Results ① Our developed scale had 14 items and mainly 3 factors, that is, negative attention bias, negative memory bias and negative interpretation bias. ② The 3-factor model was fit for the data well (RMSEA=0.052, SRMR=0.028, CFI=0.957, TLI=0.947). The Cronbach's α coefficient was 0.883, the McDonald's ω coefficient was 0.884, the split half reliability coefficient was 0.849, and the criterion validity with the score of Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS) was 0.494 (P < 0.01). The dimension scores were positively correlated with total score of the scale (r=0.707~0.941, P < 0.01). ③ The negative cognitive processing bias of adolescents was quite higher, and there were significant difference in demographic variables. Conclusion Our developed Negative Cognitive Processing Bias Scale for Adolescents has good validity and reliability, and can be used for measuring negative cognitive processing bias in adolescents.

PurposeMethodsResultsConclusionThis study aimed to translate the 20-item Jaw Functional Limitation Scale (JFLS-20) into Turkish (JFLS-20-TR) and investigate the psychometric properties of the JFLS-20-TR.This study included 232 patients with temporomandibular disorder (TMD) and 130 individuals without TMD. Structural (with confirmatory factor analysis [CFA]), convergent (with pain intensity, Fonseca Anamnestic Index [FAI], and Oral Health Impact Profile [OHIP-14]), discriminant (with maximum mouth opening [MMO]) and known-group validity were investigated to assess the construct validity. Cronbach’s alpha for internal consistency and the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC2,1) for test-retest reliability were calculated. Additionally, content and face validity, smallest detectable change (SDC95), and floor/ceiling effects were evaluated.According to CFA, the model fit indices were acceptable for JFLS-20-TR, confirming structural validity. Strong correlations were found between the global and subdomain scores of the JFLS-20-TR and pain intensity (r ≥ 0.80), FAI (r ≥ 0.83), OHIP-14 (r ≥ 0.76), and MMO (r ≥ −0.79) scores, confirmed the convergent and discriminant validity of the JFLS-20-TR. In addition, JFLS-20-TR differentiated between patients with TMD and individuals without TMD (p < .05). Internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha values: 0.91–0.93) was excellent, and test-retest reliability (ICC2,1 values: 0.91–0.95) was high. Content and face validity were satisfactory. The SDC95 values ranged from 0.79 to 1.43. No floor or ceiling effects were observed.The JFLS-20-TR is a valid, reliable, and useful tool for assessing jaw functional limitations in Turkish-speaking patients with TMD. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction:This study aimed to develop a scale to assess attitudes toward the use of telemedicine services, to study the reliability and validity of the developed scale, and to determine the characteristics that may be associated with the scores obtained from the scale. Methods:This study, which was conducted with 600 people older than 18 years, who applied to Family Health Centers in Meram district of Konya province, was designed in a methodological type. The sociodemographic characteristics form and the candidate scale form designed in a 5-point Likert structure were used to collect data in the study. The data collection forms were applied to the participants under observation. SPSS and R programs were used for data analysis. Statistically, cases with p < 0.05 were considered significant. Results:Two hundred fifty people (n = 250) for reliability and explanatory factor analysis and 350 people for confirmatory factor analysis, 600 people in total, were included in the study. The results of all reliability and validity analyses of the candidate scale were found to be sufficient. The explained variance of the one-dimensional 18-item scale was 53.8% and the Cronbach's alpha coefficient was 0.947. There was a significant difference between the score obtained from the scale and work status and presence of chronic disease (p < 0.05). Conclusion:As a result of the research, a new measurement tool called "Attitude Scale Towards the Use of Telemedicine Services" consisting of 18 questions was developed, reliability and validity analyses were performed, and it was shown that it is suitable for use in individuals older than 18 years. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background and Purpose: The Resilience ScaleTM (RS) RS-25 and shortened RS-14 have measured resilience but not with nurses. Our purpose was to investigate both for nurses. Methods: A random sample of 345 registered nurses from the North Carolina Board of Nursing completed an online questionnaire. Parallel analysis, factor analysis, and receiver operating characteristic analysis were performed. Results: Previous RS factor models had poor confirmatory factor analysis fit. Exploratory factor analysis and item analyses suggested removing items. Good fit was found for an "RS-13" using a bifactor approach. Adequate internal consistency was demonstrated (omega = 0.77–0.90). The RS-13 general factor gave similar accuracy for bullying, physical and mental quality of life, stress, and intent to leave. Conclusions: A shortened RS is comparable in reliability, construct, and convergent validity. It measures nurse resilience well. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objectives: Post-COVID syndrome (PCS) is defined as persistent or emerging symptoms after infection with the virus. The COVID-19 Yorkshire Rehabilitation Scale was developed to identify and measure the severity of PCS symptoms and was later modified. This study aimed to evaluate the validity and reliability of the modified COVID-19 Yorkshire Rehabilitation Scale. Methods: Language validity, content validity, exploratory factor analysis, and confirmatory factor analysis were performed for construct validity of the scale. Guttman split-half coefficients obtained by the split-half method, Cronbach alpha values, and intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC) examined the reliability of the fit. Results: The study included 202 patients with a mean age of 57.6±13.4 years. Construct validity results showed that factorial findings demonstrated the factorable structure (Bartlett's test of sphericity (χ2=1554.8; p<0.001) and good model fit (NFI=0.88, GFI=0.85, root mean square error of approximation=0.10, root mean square residual= 0.03) for the present data. For criterion validity, correlation coefficients were found to range from -0.22 to 0.57 (p<0.05, for all), indicating moderate relationships between sub-dimensions. In addition, a high level of reliability was found for the adaptation, as suggested by Guttman's split-half coefficients (0.90, 0.83, and 0.88 for symptom severity, functional ability, and the full scale, respectively), Cronbach's alpha (0.89, 0.83, 0.92), and ICC coefficients (0.88, 0.81, 0.90). Conclusion: The Turkish version of C19-YRSm has 2 sub-dimensions such as symptom severity and functional ability and is a valid and reliable instrument for measuring patient assessment and monitoring in PCS in Turks. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: The objective of this study to translate the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia for Temporomandibular Disorders (TSK-TMD) and to examine its reliability and validity. Material and Methods: The TSK-TMD was translated into Turkish as per international standards. The study included 111 patients with Temporomandibular Joint Disorder and aged 18-61 years. The research questionnaire collected demographic information, the Turkish version of TSK-TMD and Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS). Using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) and Cronbach's alpha coefficient, respectively, internal consistency and test-retest reliability were examined. Construct validity was assessed using exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). Results: The total Cronbach's alpha coefficient was found to be 0.876. The item total correlation of was found to be between 0.410 and 0.706. The ICC coefficient was found to be 0.951. The correlation coefficient by PCS, measured in terms of parallel from reliability, was discovered to be 0.520. According to the findings of EFA and CFA, the 12-item scale had the same two-factor structure as the original. Conclusions: These results demonstrate the Turkish version of the TSK-TMD item questionnaire to be a valid and reliable instrument. It can be applied to patients with TMJ problems to assess kinesiophobia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: The 12-item Örebro Musculoskeletal Screening Questionnaire (ÖMSQ-12) is a multidimensional questionnaire assessing general musculoskeletal problems. This study aimed to investigate its construct validity and reliability. Materials and methods: Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed for construct validity. The Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK) and the SF-12 and Pain Numerical Rating Scale (P-NRS) were used for convergent validity. Reliability (ICC), internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha), reproducibility, and known-group validity were assessed. The cut-off value was measured. Results: A total of n=378 individuals (aged 35.7 ± 12.4 years, female = 73.3%) with a musculoskeletal problem participated in the study. P-NRS score of the individuals was 5. Results showed that a 3-factor model did fit well under CFA (χ²/df = 2.76<3). The questionnaire had good reliability (ICC = 0.865) and internal consistency (α=0.810). There were no floor or ceiling effects (<%15). Total ÖMSQ-12-TR scores had a correlation with the TSK, SF-12 and P-NRS (r=0.303-0.609). The AUC for the risk of absenteeism from work was obtained as 0.738 (p<0.001). The risk of absenteeism was high in individuals with an ÖMSQ-12-TR score of >57.5. Conclusions: The ÖMSQ-12-TR is a valid and reliable questionnaire that can be used in determining the risk of absenteeism in musculoskeletal disorders and is convenient for online use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aim: To describe psychometric validation of the newly developed Advanced Practice Nurse Task Questionnaire. Design: Cross‐sectional quantitative study. Methods: The development of the questionnaire followed an adapted version of the seven steps described in the guide by the Association for Medical Education in Europe. A nationwide online survey tested the construct and structural validity and internal consistency using an exploratory factor analysis, Cronbach's alpha coefficient and a Kruskal–Wallis test to compare the hypotheses. Results: We received 222 questionnaires between January and September 2020. The factor analysis produced a seven‐factor solution as suggested in Hamric's model. However, not all item loadings aligned with the framework's competencies. Cronbach's alpha of factors ranged between.795 and.879. The analysis confirmed the construct validity of the Advanced Practice Nurse Task Questionnaire. The tool was able to discriminate the competencies of guidance and coaching, direct clinical practice and leadership across the three advanced practice nurse roles clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner or blended role. Conclusion: A precise assessment of advanced practice nurse tasks is crucial in clinical practice and in research as it may be a basis for further refinement, implementation and evaluation of roles. Impact: The Advanced Practice Nurse Task Questionnaire is the first valid tool to assess tasks according to Hamric's model of competencies independently of the role or the setting. Additionally, it distinguishes the most common advanced practice nurse roles according to the degree of tasks in direct clinical practice and leadership. The tool may be applied in various countries, independent of the degree of implementation and understanding of advanced nursing practice. Reporting Method: The STARD 2015 guideline was used to report the study. Patient or Public Contribution: No patient or public contribution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Background: The number of Indonesian care staff working in hospitals and long‐term care facilities caring for persons with dementia in Japan is increasing; however, there is no instrument available in the Indonesian language to assess their dementia care practice. Objectives: This study aimed to translate the Person‐centered Care Assessment Tool (P‐CAT) and evaluate its psychometric properties in a sample of Indonesian care staff working in dementia care and long‐term care facilities in Japan. Methods: This is a descriptive, methodological, and cross‐sectional study. The P‐CAT was translated into the Indonesian language. The draft was administered to Indonesian care staff (n = 218) working at long‐term care facilities in Japan. Data were analysed using exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), known‐group validity, internal consistency, and test–retest reliability. Results: EFA showed three‐factor and CFA of the three‐factor indicated that the model had an acceptable fit (chi‐squared statistics/degree of freedom = 1.78, comparative fit index = 0.94, root mean square error of approximation = 0.06) with a slightly different structure compared to the original P‐CAT. Regarding known‐group validity, the P‐CAT total score was significantly higher for those who had training in dementia, who knew about person‐centred care, and who showed satisfaction in the job. Internal consistency (Cronbach's α) of the total scale was 0.68 which is considered acceptable, and the test–retest reliability intraclass correlation coefficient was 0.61 which is considered moderate. Conclusion: The Indonesian P‐CAT indicated sound validity and reliability to measure person‐centred care among Indonesian care staff working in dementia care and long‐term care facilities in Japan. Implication for Practice: The development of Indonesian P‐CAT allows the evaluation of dementia care, promotes and further improves person‐centred care for persons with dementia provided by Indonesian care staff working in long‐term care facilities in Japan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: This study was designed to explore the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the Interpersonal Mindfulness in Parenting Scale (IMP-S). Method: This cross-sectional and psychometric study was performed on a sample of 491 parents in Iran who had at least one child in their home and were selected using the convenient sampling method. The Interpersonal Mindfulness in Parenting Scale (IMP-S), Mindful Attention Awareness Scale, Parental Authority Questionnaire, and the Forms of Self- Criticizing/Attacking & Self-Reassuring Scale were conducted on the sample. The validity of the IMP-S was assessed by factor analysis and Pearson correlation coefficients, while reliability was calculated by Cronbach's alpha. Results: At first, the whole data was analyzed using confirmatory factor analysis based on the original English version of the IMP-S. The proposed hypothesized factor solution was not good enough (CMIN/DF = 7.06. RSMEA = 0.081, CFI = 0.732, SRMR = 0.0860). Exploratory factor analysis and parallel analysis led to a three-factor structure for the 28 items, which included mindfulness toward the child, mindfulness about oneself and emotional awareness of parenting. The results of confirmatory factor analysis showed that the data was more fitted with this new three-factor solution (CMIN/DF = 2.06, CFI = 0.82, NFI = 0.715, RMSEA = 0.065, SRMR = 0.0795). The IMP-S was found to have a positive correlation with trait mindfulness, reassured self, and authoritative parenting style, whereas this association for the IMP-S and hatred self, inadequate self, and authoritarian parenting style was negative. The reliability of the whole scale was 0.84 and it was 0.77, 0.83, and 0.68 for the first, second, and third subscales, respectively. Conclusion: It seems that the Persian version of the IMP-S with three factors can better evaluate mindful parenting among the Iranian population. In contrast to people from other countries, Iranian people perceive mindfulness toward themselves and their children during parenting practice as two distinct issues. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The objective of this study was to translate the Ferrans and Powers Quality of Life Index (QLI) into the Indonesian language, considering its cultural and functional appropriateness, and to evaluate its psychometric properties by testing the reliability and validity. A committee approach was conducted to create the Indonesian version of the QLI (QLI‐Id) and cognitive interviewing with 15 patients with cancer was conducted to identify potential problems or errors in answering the QLI‐Id. A cross‐sectional descriptive study was carried out using 236 responses to the QLI‐Id questionnaire from patients with cancer; 62 of whom completed the same questionnaire twice within a 3‐week interval to verify stability reliability. Confirmatory factor analysis results supported construct validity with model fit statistics for the original single‐factor and four‐factor structure of the QLI (corresponding to the QLI's total score and four subscale scores, respectively) with some rearrangement of the items within each subscale. Reliability for the total QLI‐Id scale was supported by McDonald's Omega of 0.92 and the intraclass/intrasubject correlation coefficient at two time points of 0.86. The strong correlation between the QLI‐Id total and the Satisfaction with Life Scale scores and the overall health/QOL domain of the EORTC QLQ‐C30 (both r = 0.73) supported its construct validity. This study provides evidence for the reliability and validity of the QLI‐Id as an instrument to measure the impact of cancer on the overall QOL of Indonesian patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Students' academic self-efficacy is greatly associated with their academic performance. An effective instrument is needed to assess academic self-efficacy in the Saudi context. This study assessed the psychometric properties of the Academic Nurse Self-Efficacy Scale-Arabic version (ANSE-A) given to student nurses and the associations between the students' demographics and overall ANSE-A scores. Methods: Quantitative and descriptive methods were applied. The study was conducted from January to July 2022 at Shaqra University with 200 nursing students as the convenience sample. For content validity, the item-level content and scale-level content validity indices were utilized following the averaging method. We used Cronbach's alpha (a) to measure the reliability. Meanwhile, for construct validity, we performed an analysis of the principal component with varimax rotation and applied a t-test and ANOVA for the tests of the association of variables. Results: Four distinct factors were revealed in the factor analysis, and they explained 64.86% of the variance. The 14-item ANSEA's overall Cronbach's alpha was 0.87, with four factors ranging from 0.74 to 0.76. The academic self-efficacy of the students was found to be associated with their gender and GPA. A weak positive correlation existed between the students' GPA and academic self-efficacy (r = 0.17, p = 0.017). Conclusions: The ANSE-A is a valid and reliable instrument that can be utilized to assess the academic self-efficacy of student nurses in Saudi Arabia. The results of the assessment may be used to help boost nursing students' achievement and emotional health and serve as a valid predictor of motivation and learning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: This study was planned for the development, validity and reliability of the parent skill assessment scale (aged 1-3) (PASKAS 1-3) in order to evaluate the skills of parents with children aged 1-3 in nurturing. Methods: This study was carried out with a total of 400 parents with children aged 1-3 between September-October in 2022. The validity of the parent skill assessment scale (aged 1-3) (PASKAS 1-3) was tested with content validity and construct validity. Testretest, Cronbach Alpha reliability coefficient and Item Total Score Correlation coefficient were examined to determine the scale reliability. Results: The content validity index of the data was between 0.81 and Explanatory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) fit indexes of the scale, which consisted of 3 factors with a total of 30 items, were found as χ²/df: 1.687, RMSEA: 0.041, comparative fit index: 0.87, incremental fit index: 0.87, GFI: 0.90 and Tucker-Lewis index: 0.86. The Cronbach alpha reliability value was 0.82, the test-retest correlation coefficient was 0.74, and the item-total score correlation coefficient was above 0.20. Conclusion: The scale is a valid and reliable measurement tool that can be used to evaluate child nurturing skills of parents with children aged 1-3 from physical, cognitive, language development and social-emotional aspects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

For decades, scholars have studied leader–member exchange (LMX) relationships to understand and explain the effects of leadership on follower attitudes and performance outcomes within work settings. One available instrument to measure these aspects is the LMX-7 scale. This measurement has been widely used in empirical studies, but its psychometric properties have been poorly explored. The aim of this study was to test the psychometric characteristics (content, structural and construct validity, and reliability) of the Italian version of the LMX-7 scale and to support its cultural adaptation. We used a cross-sectional multi-center design. The forward–backward translation process was used to develop the Italian version of the scale. The scale was administered through an online survey to 837 nurses and nurse managers working in different settings. The factorial structure was tested using both exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses (EFA and CFA), and reliability was evaluated using Cronbach's alpha. For the construct validity, we used hypothesis testing and differentiation by known groups. The Italian version of the LMX-7 scale presented one dimension. All the psychometric tests performed confirmed its validity and suggested its usefulness for future research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract Background Infertility stigma is a hidden burden that overshadows the dimensions of reproductive and sexual health in infertile women. The aim of this study was to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Female Infertility Stigma Instrument (ISI-F). Methods This mixed method study with sequential exploratory design was conducted in qualitative and quantitative phases. In the first phase, the initial item pool of the Female Infertility Stigma Instrument (ISI-F) was generated using in-depth interviews. In the quantitative phase, psychometric properties of the ISI-f including content, face and construct validity, as well as reliability (internal consistency and stability) were assessed. Exploratory factor analysis was performed on the collected data from 300 infertile women for evaluation of construct validity. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20. This study has followed the Mixed Methods Article Reporting Standards checklist. Results The final version of ISI-F had 20 items. Total CVI and CVR were 0.94 and 0.87, respectively. Explanatory factor analysis identified 3 main factors that explained 54.013% of the variance. These factors consisted of stigma profile (7 items), self-stigma (6 items) and escaping from stigma (7 items). Internal consistency and stability of the ISI-F has been approved by Cronbach’s alpha, McDonald's Omega (0.909, 0.916) and Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC = 0.878). Conclusion The Female Infertility Stigma Instrument (ISI-F) is a valid and reliable tool for evaluation of the perceived female infertility stigma, that was developed in this study.

Background and Purpose: The negative attitude towards vaccines for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has motivated the adaptation of instruments for this specific purpose. However, details of the reliability and validity of these scales are unknown. The study aimed to evaluate some indicators of the reliability and validity of the Spanish version of the Attitude towards COVID-19 Vaccines Scale. Methods: A validation study was carried out with 1,136 students of emerging age (18 and 29 years) from a Colombian university; 65.5% were female. Cronbach's alpha and McDonald's omega were calculated for reliability, and exploratory and confirmatory factor analyzes for validity. Additionally, the gender differential item functioning (DIF) was estimated with Kendall's tau b. Results: The Spanish version of Attitude towards COVID-19 Vaccines Scale showed high internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha of.94 and McDonald's omega of.95), a one-dimensional structure with acceptable goodness-of-fit indicators (CFI =.94, TLI =.91, and SRMR =.04), and non-gender DIF (Kendall's tau b between.02 and.06). Conclusions: The Spanish version of the Attitude towards COVID-19 Vaccines Scale presents some appropriate reliability and validity indicators among university emerging adults. These findings should be explored in samples with other characteristics. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Objective: Hidden hunger remains a severe public health problem that affects millions of people worldwide. In China, challenges related to dietary imbalance and hidden hunger persist. Micronutrient inadequacy deserves more attention among adolescents, given its vital role in their growth and development; however, this problem appears to have been largely ignored. High school students, in particular, are often at a high risk of hidden hunger but have limited assessment tools available. Therefore, this study aims to revise the hidden hunger assessment scale for high school students (HHAS-HSS) in China and assess its reliability and validity. Methods: Based on a literature review, expert consultation, pre-experiment, and formal survey, a hidden hunger assessment scale was revised for high school students. The formal survey involved 9 336 high school students in 11 of the 16 cities in Anhui Province, China, and 9 038 valid questionnaires were collected and included in the analysis. The item analysis, internal consistency reliability, test-retest reliability, content validity, exploratory factor analysis, and confirmatory factor analysis of the HHAS-HSS were examined. Results: The HHAS-HSS included a total of 4 dimensions and 12 items: "vegetables and food diversity" (three items), "fruits and dairy products" (three items), "micronutrient-dense foods" (four items), and "health condition and eating habits" (two items). The results showed a Cronbach's alpha of 0.758, a split-half reliability of 0.829, and a test-retest reliability of 0.793, indicating good internal consistency. Using the Bartlett's test and Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin test (KMO) to test the exploratory factor analysis presented a four-factor model of the HHAS-HSS, the KMO value was 0.820 (P < 0.001), which indicated the possibility for factor confirmatory factor analysis. Using the maximum variance rotation method, four factors were obtained, and the cumulative variance explained rate was 57.974%. Confirmatory factor analysis also supported the division of the scale into four dimensions, and the fitting indices were 𝜒² = 1417.656, 𝜒²/df = 29.534, goodness-of-fit index = 0.974, adjusted goodnessof-fit index = 0.958, parsimonious goodness-of-fit index = 0.600, normed fit index = 0.938, incremental fit index = 0.940, Tucker-Lewis index = 0.917, comparative fit index = 0.939, and root mean square error of approximation = 0.056. Except for 𝜒²/df, all the indices reached the fitting standard, and the above results showed that the construct validity of the scale reached an acceptable level. Conclusions: The HHAS-HSS has good validity and reliability for Chinese high school students. It is a convenient self-report measure of hidden hunger risk. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Objective: Sleep problems are one of the most common non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD). To better manage sleep problems, they must first be identified and evaluated. The study aimed to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Parkinson Disease Sleep Scale-2 (PDSS-2). Materials and Methods: The study was conducted with 135 individuals with PD, between April 2019 and January 2021. The data were collected using the patient information form and the PDSS-2. The confirmatory factor analysis, psycholinguistic evaluation, and content validity testing were conducted to test the construct validity of the scale. Item total score correlation, Cronbach's alpha coefficient, and test-retest analyses were performed to test the reliability of the scale. Results: The content validity ratio of the scale was calculated as 0.875 and 1. When the model related to the scale was examined with the confirmatory factor analysis, it was observed that the fit indices were at a good level. The Cronbach's alpha was found to be 0.90 for the scale and between 0.71-0.81 for the sub-dimensions, indicating high reliability. The item-total correlations were found to be sufficient (between 0.31 and 0.78). The test-retest reliability coefficient was 0.91, indicating high consistency. Conclusion: It has been determined that the Turkish version of the PDSS-2 is a valid and reliable measurement tool. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Background: Most consumers face difficulties when choosing and navigating health insurance plans. Health insurance literacy (HIL) has been discussed as a critical lever to ensure efficient choices and navigation in choice-based health insurance systems. Still, existing evidence about HIL mainly comes from the US, and the only validated scale, the Health Insurance Literacy Measure (HILM), may not be adequate to measure HIL outside US samples. This paper describes the measurement properties of the Swiss Health Insurance Literacy Measure (HILM-CH), the first scale to measure HIL in Switzerland. Methods: The items of the HILM-CH were adapted from the HILM in German, French, and Italian. A panel of experts refined it to ensure its suitability for the Swiss context. The final version of the HILM-CH contains 21 items, and other relevant measures were administered in the Swiss Health Insurance Literacy Survey to a sample of 6036 insurees. Measurement properties were investigated overall and per linguistic group. Internal reliability was determined using Cronbach's alphas. Criterion validity was examined through convergent and concurrent validity of the HILM-CH. The construct validity was assessed using factor analysis. Measurement invariance of the HILM-CH between linguistic regions was further evaluated using multiple-group confirmatory factor analyses. Results: The HILM-CH had acceptable to good reliability (alphas between 0.70 and 0.91). Concurrent and convergent validity showed that HILM-CH is a good measurement of HIL. Factor analysis revealed a four-factor model and showed an acceptable fit to the data (CFI= 0.977; TLI = 0.974; RMSEA = 0.061; SRMR = 0.032). Using the established four-factor model, measurement invariance was established across Switzerland's German, French, and Italian-speaking regions. Conclusions: The HILM-CH is a reliable and valid measure of HIL across Switzerland's German, French, and Italian-speaking regions. It can be used in future research to find associations between HIL and individual characteristics. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Occupational balance is a crucial concept in occupational therapy, accepted as a key component of health and well-being. The Occupational Balance-Questionnaire (OB-Quest) is designed as a standardized instrument to assess occupational balance. This study investigated the validity and reliability of the OB-Quest Turkish, which consisted of translation, cross-cultural adaptation, and analysis psychometric properties phases. The factor structure of the OB-Quest indicated a good model fit. The criterion-related validity showed a positive correlation with Beck Depression Inventory and a negative correlation with the 12-item Short Form Survey. The OB-Quest-Turkish showed questionable internal consistency and an excellent correlation between test-retest. Supplemental data for this article is available online at https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2021.2010160. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Changing market expectations and the increasing prevalence of the new technological trend in the world force businesses for digital transformation. However, the late realization of transformation opportunities may have devastating effects on businesses. As the first step of digital transformation, it is necessary to determine the status and deficiencies of businesses. Therefore, businesses need to make a comprehensive assessment with the digital maturity model. This study was conducted to provide businesses with an idea about the relevant digital transformation processes, to direct them toward the processes, and to support these activities when they are initiated. In the study, seven scales were developed, and the dimensions of the digital maturity model were formed. The dimensions of model were determined as strategy, customers, employees, process management, technology and data management, organizational culture, and innovation. This study aimed to examine the reliability and validity of the dimensions of the digital maturity model developed. In this context, the developed scales were applied to businesses in Turkey, and explanatory factor analysis (EFA) and validity analysis were performed. The scales were updated according to the analysis results. Moreover, the analysis results of the study were also used to specify the criteria of the model. The findings indicated that the developed scales were usable. It was purposed to provide researchers and businesses with significant opportunities since the model had a wide area of application and included environmental elements. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Objective This study aimed to develop and verify an endometriosis self-assessment tool (ESAT). Methods A non-experimental, descriptive, correlational study design was used. Candidate items were developed based on a conceptual framework constructed using the results of in-depth interviews and an integrative literature review. The construct validity of the developed tool was also examined. One-hundred and forty-two participants (117 patients with endometriosis and 25 patients without endometriosis) were included in the validity and reliability tests. The data were collected between August and December 2018. Nomological validity was verified based on significant correlations between the ESAT and the quality-of-life scores. Results A 21-item ESAT was developed, and its construct validity was supported. Exploratory factor analysis indicated that the tool consisted of four components (gastrointestinal symptoms, dysmenorrhea, usual symptoms, and the amount and characteristics of menstrual bleeding) with a variance of 61.6%. The variance in quality-of-life scores, as explained by the ESAT scores, was relatively high. Receiver operator characteristics curve analysis indicated that ESAT scores significantly differentiated endometriosis from non-endometriosis with fair discriminatory power at a cut-off score of 50 (sensitivity, 0.76; specificity, 0.72; area under the curve, >0.75; P50 points were more likely to have endometriosis. Thus, the reliability of the ESAT was confirmed. Conclusion The devised tool appears valid and reliable. This tool may allow women to determine their risk of endometriosis by distinguishing between normal and pathological menstruation-related symptoms.

Abstract Background Epilepsy is one of the most common chronic neurological diseases that adversely impact the quality of life of patients and their families. The “Quality of Life of Childhood Epilepsy Questionnaire” (hereinafter referred to as “QOLCE-16”) is a 16-item measure that was designed to assess health-related quality of life (HRQOL) among children with epilepsy. The purpose of the study was to translate and evaluate the psychometric properties of the QOLCE-16. Methods The 10 steps of Principles of Good Practices for translation and cultural adaptation of measures were adopted to translate the QOLCE-16 into Chinese. After that, item analysis, floor effect and ceiling effect, internal consistency, test–retest reliabilities, content validity and construct validity were conducted to test its applicability in children with epilepsy in China. A total of 435 native Chinese-speaking parents with children who had epilepsy from one children’s hospital were invited to take part in the study, including a cognitive interview sample of 5 and a validation sample of 430. Results A total of 414 objects were enrolled in our study for psychometric testing. The results of the item analysis revealed QOLCE-16-C to have good discrimination, the floor effect and ceiling effect were 0.2% and 1.0% respectively, and each item was significantly related to the total scale (P

Background: Infertility stigma is a hidden burden that overshadows the dimensions of reproductive and sexual health in infertile women. The aim of this study was to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Female Infertility Stigma Instrument (ISI-F). Methods: This mixed method study with sequential exploratory design was conducted in qualitative and quantitative phases. In the first phase, the initial item pool of the Female Infertility Stigma Instrument (ISI-F) was generated using in-depth interviews. In the quantitative phase, psychometric properties of the ISI-f including content, face and construct validity, as well as reliability (internal consistency and stability) were assessed. Exploratory factor analysis was performed on the collected data from 300 infertile women for evaluation of construct validity. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20. This study has followed the Mixed Methods Article Reporting Standards checklist. Results: The final version of ISI-F had 20 items. Total CVI and CVR were 0.94 and 0.87, respectively. Explanatory factor analysis identified 3 main factors that explained 54.013% of the variance. These factors consisted of stigma profile (7 items), self-stigma (6 items) and escaping from stigma (7 items). Internal consistency and stability of the ISI-F has been approved by Cronbach's alpha, McDonald's Omega (0.909, 0.916) and Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC = 0.878). Conclusion: The Female Infertility Stigma Instrument (ISI-F) is a valid and reliable tool for evaluation of the perceived female infertility stigma, that was developed in this study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the validity and reliability of the revised Korean version of the Chronic Hepatitis B Self-Management Scale-K16 (CHBSMS-K16). Methods: Using the convenience sampling method, the data of chronic hepatitis B patients (N=200) were collected from August to October 2021. The participants were recruited from two hospitals in D metropolitan city and 3 internet cafes for hepatitis patients. The data were analyzed using SPSS 26.0 and AMOS programs. The content, structure, item-convergent/discriminant, and convergent validities and internal consistency were evaluated. Results: Based on the statistical analysis, 9 items from the original version were excluded-resulting in 4 subscales with a total of 16 items. The confirmatory factor analysis demonstrated adequate model fit indices. The items convergence and discrimination validity were verified using extracted mean variance (.46~.65) and composition reliability (.81~.88). The convergent validity was satisfactory, as demonstrated by its correlation with the New General Self Efficacy scale (r=.63, p<.001). The Cronbach's α for the overall scale was .88, and that of the four subscales ranged from .63 to .74. Conclusion: The CHBSMS-K16 is a valid and reliable instrument. Therefore, this tool can be used to measure the level of self-management of Korean patients with chronic hepatitis B. Additionally, this scale can be used in clinical settings as well as in educational and research settings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The purpose of this study was to validate and determine the sensitivity and specificity of the risk assessment tool for unplanned endotracheal extubation. Unplanned endotracheal extubation is a common adverse event. The rate of unplanned endotracheal extubation is an indicator to measure patient safety and medical quality. This study was conducted in five intensive care units in a tertiary-A hospital. A total of 227 samples encounters were obtained from 147 unique patients. The content validity was 0.91, and the item content validity ranged from 0.80 to 1.00. Cronbach's α was.58, the interrater reliability was.93. The area under the curve was 0.89 (95% CI [0.84, 0.94], p < 0.01), the sensitivity was 87.80%, and the specificity was 74.20%. This tool presented good reliability and validity and can be used to assess the risk of unplanned endotracheal extubation in patients with artificial airways. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aim: The fact that a great majority of undergraduate nursing students do not prefer to work in the field of community health after graduation is an important issue in terms of community care. This study evaluated the validity and reliability of Turkish adaptation of the Scale on Community Care Perception (SCOPE) for nursing students. Design: This study is a methodological study. Methods: The study was conducted in two phases. The sample of the study was composed of 601 undergraduate nursing students studying in a university located in the Central Anatolia region of Turkey. The data were collected using the Descriptive Information Form and "Scale on Community Care Perception for Nursing Students." Results and Discussion: The content validity index of the Turkish version of the scale was 0.91. The scale consisted of 28 items and 6 subscales and these 6 subscales accounted for 60.297% of the total variance. The Turkish adaptation of the SCOPE is demonstrated validity and reliability and can be used in measuring the community care perception of Turkish nursing students. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: Instruments to measure quality of patient‐centred care (PCC) for the rapidly growing population of patients treated with oral anticancer drugs (OACD) are lacking. The aim of this study was to develop a valid and reliable instrument to assess PCC in the context of OACD. Methods: The CONTACT–Patient‐Centred Care Questionnaire (CONTACT‐PCCQ) was developed based on a validated set of key elements (KEs) for patient‐centred education and counselling in patients taking OACD, and face validity was evaluated by means of cognitive interviews. In 16 Belgian hospitals, adult patients treated with OACD were asked to complete the questionnaire. Construct validity was investigated through exploratory factor analyses (EFAs) and internal consistency of the subscales was examined using Cronbach's alpha. Results: The initial 86‐item instrument was completed by 464 patients. Each EFA confirmed the a priori PCC‐based structure of the subscales. However, EFA revealed more than one factor for two of the subscales. Therefore, multiple subsections within these subscales were created. Based on factor loadings and item content, six items were removed. This resulted in a final 80‐item instrument with seven subscales and five subsections. Cronbach's alpha for the subscales and subsections ranged between 0.732 and 0.918, which implies adequate internal consistency. Conclusion: A final instrument with 80 items divided into seven subscales, covering all six dimensions of PCC, was obtained. The CONTACT‐PCCQ has acceptable psychometric properties, supporting its use as a measure to assess care experiences of patients treated with OACD. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aims: The aim was to develop and psychometrically test the burn inpatient nursing dependency assessment scale (BINDAS). Design: This was a scale development study. Methods: This study was conducted in four phases from November 2019 to November 2021. Items were generated and the initial scale was constructed in phase 1. The preliminary evaluation of items was conducted through expert reviews and a pilot study in phase 2. The scale, including item quality, reliability and validity, was validated with 420 individuals in phase 3. The translation of the scale from Chinese to English was performed in phase 4. Results: Content validity was satisfactory. Thirteen items were retained after item analysis, and three factors accounting for 73% of the total item variance were extracted through exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses. Predictive validity with nursing time spent with patients during 24 h was also estimated, with r =.66 (p <.01). Receiver operating characteristic analysis was conducted, and an area under the curve of the scale of 0.94 was obtained. Concurrent validity with Barthel index was estimated, with r = −.71 (p <.01). Cronbach's alpha coefficient for scale was.93, and the correlation between raters for total scores was.95. Conclusion: Burn inpatient nursing dependency assessment scale is a psychometrically valid and reliable measurement instrument as well as objective other‐rating scale with 12 items for scoring on a four‐point scale (0, 1, 2 or 3) and 1 item for scoring on a two‐point scale (0 or 2). BINDAS with 13 items was developed in this study. Nurses can give each patient a total score of 0–38. A high score indicates high nursing dependency. The 13‐item scale consists of three factors: basic care need, physiological index, and psychology and adaptation. Impact This scale demonstrated satisfactory psychometric properties and can be used to evaluate patient dependency on nurses in burn units and optimize an individual's care plan to achieve efficient staff allocation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) is a neuropsychological cognitive tool developed and adapted widely in various languages for screening mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Objectives: The present study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Tamil (India) Version of MoCA (T-MoCA) and further examine the construct validity of the tool. Method: The authors conducted internal consistency, test-retest, sensitivity-specificity, and construct validity using 233 Tamil-speaking elderly participants. The inclusion criteria of the study participants were 0.5 or less than 0.5 scores in the Clinical Dementia Rating scale (CDRs). Further, T-MoCA was used to screen MCI. Results: The result showed that the T-MoCA had high internal consistency (0.83) and high test-retest reliability (0.92). Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analyses showed an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.91 (95% CI 0.87-0.94) for detecting MCI. Furthermore, the optimal cut-off score to detect MCI was 24, accommodated a sensitivity and specificity of 88.4% and 77.9%, respectively. Conclusions: The Tamil (India) version of the MoCA maintained its core diagnostic properties, furnishing it a valid and reliable tool for the screening of MCI. Also, its latent dimensions help to understand the elders' cognitive function in a better way. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: The study's objective was to validate a Malay language translated questionnaire on end-of-life care to be used among nurses practicing in critical care areas. Methods: The English language questionnaire underwent forward and backward translations by four experts. The translated Malay language questionnaire was pilot tested on 30 subjects and revised accordingly. The validation of the revised questionnaire was carried out on 250 nurses. The reliability of the translated questionnaire was checked. Cronbach alpha value of at least 0.70 suggests adequate internal consistency. The validity of the questionnaire was explored using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and model fit tests were run to achieve fit test specific cut off values. The CFAs were run repeatedly with iterative item reductions until acceptable goodness of fit for the model was achieved. Results: All domains of the translated questionnaire showed reasonable to excellent reliability (Cronbach Alpha 0.687 to 0.922). Multiple CFAs were run and 13 out of 46 items were excluded, and the final model fit improved substantially with the indices were within the acceptable threshold of good or reasonably fit, cut off values are in brackets [Chi-Square statistics 1.635 (≤ 2.0), Root Mean Square Error of Approximation 0.050 (< 0.05), Standardised Root Mean Square Residual 0.059 (≤ 0.08), Comparative Fit Index 0.911 (0.90-0.94), Tucker Lewis Index 0.900 (0.90-0.94), Akaike Information Criteria 13024, Bayesian Information Criteria 13334]. Conclusion: The psychometric properties of the final model indicated the Malay language translated questionnaire is reliable and valid to investigate nurses' perspective and involvement in end-of-life care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

BACKGROUND The short version of the new brief job stress questionnaire (SV-NBJSQ) that is originally in Japanese could evaluate work-related stress in Indonesian office workers. However, it has not been validated in Indonesian. Thus, this study aimed to test the validity and reliability of the Indonesian version of the SV-NBJSQ. METHODS This study was conducted by linguistic and cultural adaptation of the original Japanese questionnaire into Indonesian and continued with exploratory factor analysis, internal consistency, and reliability test of Cronbach's alpha. Electronic and paper-based data were collected using total sampling from office workers at two companies in Jakarta from December 2017 to August 2018. RESULTS A total of 438 respondents filled the questionnaire. The final version of the questionnaire consisted of 63 items, screened based on a loading factor of >0.4 and 13 factors (dimensions). Each factor had a Cronbach's alpha of 0.628-0.887, while the entire 63 had 0.904 with a total documented cumulative variation of 64.97%. CONCLUSIONS The Indonesian version of the SV-NBJSQ is valid and reliable. Thus, we may use it as a more suitable, updated, and comprehensive tool to evaluate workrelated stress among office workers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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(1) Background: End-of-life care (EoL care) for cancer patients is stressful for nurses and can easily lead to burnout. Newly graduated nurses (NGNs) have a particularly difficult time, but no scale or inventory has been designed to evaluate their difficulties. This study developed and tested the reliability and validity of a scale to measure NGNs' difficulties with EoL care for cancer patients (NDEC scale). (2) Methods: This study population consisted of 1000 NGNs and 1000 nurses with at least five years of clinical experience (GNs) that were working in hospitals in Japan. The initial scale consisted of six factors and 28 items. The reliability and validity of the scale were tested. (3) Results: A total of 171 NGNs and 194 GNs responded to the survey. The scale consisted of five factors and 25 items with the factors including "Feeling painful", "Can't deal with patients and their families", "Don't know the answer", "Cannot afford", and "Being afraid of death". The criteria validity, known population validity, and internal consistency were confirmed. (4) Conclusions: The scale was validated to have a certain level of reliability and validity. The NDEC scale is expected to be used for self-care for NGNs and as an effectiveness indicator for educational programs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aim: The purpose of this study was to translate the Stoma‐quality of life into Chinese and evaluate its psychometric properties in Chinese patients. Background: Quality of life is an important issue for patients with colostomy, and its appropriate and precise measurement is beneficial to promoting better care. The Stoma‐quality of life questionnaire has been widely used; however, the validity and reliability of its Chinese version has not been determined. Design A cross‐sectional validation study was conducted. Methods: We translated the Stoma‐quality of life into Chinese using standardized methods. Then it was psychometrically tested on a convenience sample of 513 patients with colostomy. Construct validity was evaluated via exploratory factor analysis and confirmatory factor analysis. Reliability was measured with Cronbach's alpha and the split‐half Spearman–Brown coefficient. Results: The content validity, the Cronbach's α coefficient and the Spearman–Brown split‐half reliability coefficient indicated adequate validity and reliability. The exploratory factor analysis yielded four common factors, and the cumulative variance contribution rate was 67.5%. Moreover, the confirmatory factor analysis showed a good model fit. Conclusion: This study confirmed that the Chinese version of Stoma‐quality of life is an effective and reliable measurement for evaluating the quality of life of patients with colostomy. Summary statement: What is already known about this topic? Quality of life (QOL) is an important issue for patients with colostomy, and it is conducive to evaluate the effect of specific treatment and nursing interventions. However, a tailored instrument measuring QOL in Chinese patients with colostomy is lacking.The Stoma‐QOL is a widely used stoma‐specific instrument based on Hunt and McKennal's basic QOL demand model and has shown acceptable psychometric properties. What this paper adds? This study provides evidence of the construct validity and internal consistency reliability of the Stoma‐QOL‐C.The four‐factor structure of the scale shows the aspects and complexity of QOL of patients with colostomy.The study proves the Stoma‐QOL‐C a valid and reliable measure of assessing QOL of patients with colostomy. The implication of this paper: The Stoma‐QOL‐C could be used as a disease‐specific scale to evaluate the QOL of patients with colostomy.This study adds the knowledge of the psychometric properties regarding the inventory in diverse cultural backgrounds. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]