Student Self-Efficacy in Pediatrics: Evaluation and Modification of the Pediatric Communication and Handling Self-Efficacy Scale. Issue 3 (25th July 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wolden, Mitch; Anderson, Brittany
• Is Part Of: Pediatric physical therapy. Volume 34:Issue 3(2022)
• Page Start: 382
• Page End: 389
• Publication Date: 2022-07-25
• Subjects: education -- reliability -- self-efficacy -- validity; Physical therapy for children -- Periodicals; 615.820832
• DOI: 10.1097/PEP.0000000000000919
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0898-5669

Abstract

Abstract : Our purpose was to examine the reliability and validity of the Pediatric Communication and Handling Self-Efficacy Scale and develop a shorter, modified version. Abstract : Purpose: Our purpose was to examine the reliability and validity of the Pediatric Communication and Handling Self-Efficacy Scale (PCHSES) and develop a shorter, modified PCHSES. Methods: With 92 students, the reliability of the PCHSES was assessed by determining the internal consistency of each construct (Communication; Patient Handling). Construct validity, responsiveness, and convergent validity were assessed to determine the validity. Results: Internal consistency was high for the Communication and Patient Handling constructs. Construct validity analysis produced 2 factors that explained 93% of the variance and a modified PCHSES that explained 96% of the variance in students' PCHSES scores. There were significant changes with large effect sizes over time for the Communication and the Patient Handling constructs. There were no-to-small relationships between PCHSES scores and clinical performance ratings. Conclusions: The PCHSES and modified PCHSES are reliable and valid instruments to assess students' self-efficacy with the pediatric population. What this adds to the evidence: The PCHSES or modified PCHSES should be used to assess students' self-efficacy and facilitate education research.