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Development and validation of a Japanese version of the TRANSITION-Q.
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Pediatrics international : official journal of the Japan Pediatric Society [Pediatr Int] 2021 Mar; Vol. 63 (3), pp. 270-278. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Mar 11. - Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- Background: The evaluation of transition readiness is indispensable for long-term follow-ups of adolescent patients with childhood-onset chronic diseases (CCD). We developed a Japanese version of the TRANSITION-Q (TRANSITION-Q-J) and used it to assess Japanese patients with CCD.<br />Methods: The TRANSITION-Q-J was developed through forward and backward translations followed by cognitive interviews with five adolescent patients. The field test was conducted with 125 adolescent patients, and a retest was conducted with 113 adolescent patients.<br />Results: Confirmatory factor analysis supported the two-factor analysis model including F1 (communication and self-management) and F2 (examination behavior). Sufficient internal consistency and test-retest reliability were demonstrated among the total 14 items, F1, and F2 (Cronbach's α > 0.80, intraclass correlation coefficient > 0.85). Convergent and discriminant validity for the 14 items and F1 were acceptable; however, F2 did not correlate significantly with the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and Independent Consciousness Scale. Regarding known-groups validity, the older group had a significantly higher mean TRANSITION-Q-J score (50.05) than the younger group (43.28; P = 0.04). The same results were found for both F1 and F2.<br />Conclusions: The TRANSITION-Q-J for adolescent patients with CCD was developed and its reliability and validity were verified. This scale is easy to administer. In addition to being a tool for transition period support, it could be used to verify effective factors and in program outcome evaluation, including intervention studies.<br /> (© 2020 Japan Pediatric Society.)
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- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1442-200X
- Volume :
- 63
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Pediatrics international : official journal of the Japan Pediatric Society
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 32687648
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/ped.14398