Chinese version of Yoon Critical Thinking Disposition Instrument: validation using classical test theory and Rasch analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite the availability of a wide range of critical thinking instruments, there was no original design for nurses that has been translated into Chinese. However, only instruments designed specifically for the nursing discipline would be reliable. This study aimed to translate, culturally adapt, and validate the Yoon Critical Thinking Disposition Instrument in the Chinese context.

Methods

A four-step translation process was implemented according to Word Health Organization guidelines, which included forward translation, expert panel review, backward translation, and pre-testing. Experts and nursing students participated in testing the validity and reliability of the Chinese version.

Results

The translation of the instrument went smoothly. According to a con

SUBMITTER: Au ML 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10559418 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature