Validity and reliability of the Arabic version of knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward COVID-19 preventative behaviors (KAP COVID-19).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Even though the innovation of COVID-19 vaccination effectively protects against the virus, practicing preventative behaviors is still essential. However, public adherence to preventive behaviors relies mainly on the individuals' knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) toward COVID-19 preventative behaviors. Therefore, it is crucial to evaluate these aspects. Nevertheless, there is no validated scale that assesses KAP toward COVID-19 preventative behaviors. To evaluate the psychometric properties of the Arabic version of knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) preventative behaviors.

Methods

A quantitative descriptive cross-sectional design was used to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of KAP through specific

SUBMITTER: Bajamal E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10752940 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature