Development and validation of scales measuring self-efficacy and behavioral capability in managing common medical emergencies in dental clinics.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Managing medical emergencies is a critical skill for dental professionals, yet many dental practitioners and trainees face challenges in developing the competence required for effective management. This study aimed to develop and validate scales that measures self-efficacy (i.e., perceived confidence in performing a behavior) and behavioral capability (i.e., knowing what and how to do a behavior) in handling common medical emergencies in dental clinics and to identify factors influencing these outcomes.

Methods

Two newly created 13-item self-efficacy and 19-item behavioral capability were validated for their construct validity and psychometric properties. Univariate linear regression analyses were used to identify factors associated with self-efficacy and behavior

SUBMITTER: Alawaji YN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12265249 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature