Uso da adaptação transcultural nos cursos de pós-graduação em Enfermagem / Use of cross-cultural adaptation in Postgraduate Nursing courses / Uso de la adaptación transcultural en las carreras de grado en Enfermería

Objetivo: analisar a produção científica brasileira, na Pós-Graduação em Enfermagem, que utilizou o método de adaptação transcultural. Método: estudo documental, com busca realizada na Biblioteca Digital de Teses e Dissertações, que resultou em 140 dissertações e 72 teses para análise, oriundas de Programas de Pós-Graduação da região Sudeste, seguida das regiões Nordeste, Sul e Centro-Oeste, sem representação da região Norte. Resultados: os instrumentos adaptados foram, em sua maioria, procedentes do idioma inglês. Prevaleceram as pesquisas na área/campo Assistencial, destacando-se a linha de pesquisa Processo de Cuidar em Saúde e Enfermagem. Identificou-se descompasso entre o que é produzido na área e o que é recomendado internacionalmente. Conclusão: verificou-se aumento na utilização da adaptação transcultural como método de pesquisa, com persistência das assimetrias acadêmicas regionais e sem consenso sobre o referencial metodológico.

Objective: to analyze the Brazilian scientific production in Postgraduate Nursing education using the cross-cultural adaptation method. Method: documentary study with searches carried out in the Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations resulting in 140 Master's theses and 72 Doctoral dissertations for analysis originated from Postgraduate Programs carried out in the Southeast region of Brazil, followed by the Northeast, South and Midwest regions ­ there was no representation of the North region. Results: the adapted instruments were, mostly, originally written in English. Research in the Care area/field prevailed, highlighting the line of research called Health and Nursing Care Process. A gap between what is produced in the area and what is recommended internationally was identified. Conclusion: an increase in the use of cross-cultural adaptation as a research method was noticed, with the persistence of regional academic asymmetries and lack of consensus on the methodological framework.

Objetivo: analizar la producción científica brasileña, en el Postgrado en Enfermería, que utilizó el método de adaptación transcultural. Método: estudio documental, la búsqueda se realizó en la Biblioteca Digital de Tesis y Disertaciones, se obtuvieron 140 tesis de maestría y 72 tesis de doctorado para análisis, provenientes de Programas de Posgrado de la región Sudeste, seguida de las regiones Nordeste, Sur y Centro-Oeste, no se encontraron documentos de la región Norte. Resultados: los instrumentos adaptados fueron, en su mayoría, del idioma inglés. Predominaron las investigaciones en el área/campo Asistencial, se destacó la línea de investigación Proceso de Atención en Salud y Enfermería. Se identificó que lo que se produce en el área no coincide con lo que se recomienda a nivel internacional. Conclusión: se comprobó que aumentó el uso de la adaptación transcultural como método de investigación, que persisten las disparidades académicas regionales y que no hay consenso sobre el marco metodológico.

Certification exams evaluated with serial case reports: theoretical and problematic approach.

The objective of this issue is a theoretical approach to the disadvantages involved in taking the certification exams of medical specializations through serial case reports and analyzing them with the Classical Test Theory (TCT). The certification exams of medical specializations correspond to criterial summative exams with high consequences. Therefore, it is imperative to maintain the highest quality standards in all the processes involved in preparing the exam. At present, it has been detected that some councils of medical specialties conduct the certification exams with tests that contain serial case reports and the psychometric analysis that they conduct is supported by the TCT; however, the structure of this type of test violates the fundamental assumptions of the TCT. The violation of the fundamental assumptions of the TCT in the tests constructed through serial case reports can lead to biases or misinterpretations of the results. Due to the above, it is advisable to use other psychometric models for the analysis of this type of test, or to avoid the use of serial case reports in the certification exams of medical specialties.

Se presenta un planteamiento teórico de las desventajas de realizar los exámenes de certificación de las especializaciones médicas mediante casos clínicos seriados y analizarlos con la Teoría Clásica del Test (TCT). Los exámenes de certificación de las especializaciones médicas corresponden a exámenes sumativos criteriales de altas consecuencias, por lo tanto, es imperativo mantener los máximos estándares de calidad en todos los procesos implicados en su elaboración. Actualmente, se ha detectado que algunos consejos de especialidades médicas realizan los exámenes de certificación con pruebas que incluyen casos clínicos seriados y que el análisis psicométrico está sustentado en la TCT; sin embargo, la estructura de este tipo de pruebas infringe los supuestos fundamentales de dicha teoría. La violación de los supuestos fundamentales de la TCT en las pruebas construidas mediante casos clínicos seriados puede conducir a sesgos o interpretación errónea de los resultados. Por lo anterior, es recomendable utilizar otros modelos psicométricos para el análisis de este tipo de pruebas, o evitar el uso de los casos clínicos seriados en los exámenes de certificación de las especialidades médicas.

Development and Validation of a questionnaire on human dignity in nursing cares: an exploratory sequential mixed study / Desarrollo y validación de un cuestionario sobre dignidad humana en los cuidados de enfermería. Un estudio exploratorio secuencial mixto / Desenvolvimento e validação de um questionário sobre a dignidade humana nos cuidados de enfermagem. Um estudo exploratório misto sequencial exploratório

Objective.The current study aimed to develop and validate of human dignity questionnaire in nursing care. Methods. The present research is a sequential exploratory mixed method study. The questionnaire was developed and validated in three phases: (1) the concept of human dignity was defined through conventional content analysis qualitative approach, (2) early items of questionnaire was generated according to findings of the first phase, (3) validation of the questionnaire was evaluated using face, content and construct validity as well as reliability. The study was conducted with the participation of 13 nurses in the qualitative section and 203 nurses in the quantitative section in teaching hospitals affiliated to Jahrom University of Medical Sciences (Iran). Results. In the qualitative section, the definition and dimensions of the concept of human dignity in nursing care were discovered. In the quantitative section, the initial pool of items for the questionnaire of human dignity in nursing care was formed using the results of the qualitative section of the study and review of texts and related questionnaires. In factor analysis, four subscales including: respectful communication, equality of patient human value, preservation of privacy and patient-centered care were extracted by Eigen value above one. Internal consistency and stability of the questionnaire were calculated as 0.85 and 0.80, respectively, indicating an excellent reliability. Conclusions. The 20-item developed questionnaire is valid and reliable for measurement of human dignity questionnaire in nursing cares.

Objetivo. Elaborar y validar un cuestionario sobre la dignidad humana en los cuidados de enfermería. Métodos. Estudio exploratorio secuencial de método mixto. El cuestionario se desarrolló y validó en tres fases: (1) se definió el concepto de dignidad humana mediante un enfoque cualitativo de análisis de contenido convencional, (2) se generaron los primeros ítems del cuestionario de acuerdo con los resultados de la primera fase, (3) se evaluó la validación del cuestionario mediante la validez facial, de contenido y de constructo, así como la fiabilidad. El estudio se llevó a cabo con la participación de 13 enfermeras en la sección cualitativa y 203 enfermeras en la sección cuantitativa en hospitales docentes afiliados a la Universidad de Ciencias Médicas de Jahrom (Irán). Resultados. En la fase cualitativa emergieron las dimensiones del concepto de dignidad humana en los cuidados de enfermería. En la sección cuantitativa, el grupo inicial de ítems para el cuestionario de dignidad humana en los cuidados de enfermería se formó utilizando los resultados de la sección cualitativa y de la revisión instrumentos relacionados. En el análisis factorial, se extrajeron cuatro subescalas con un valor Eigen superior a uno: comunicación respetuosa, igualdad del valor humano del paciente, preservación de la intimidad y cuidados centrados en el paciente, consistencia interna y la estabilidad del cuestionario se calcularon en 0.85 y 0.80, respectivamente, lo que indica una excelente fiabilidad. Conclusión.El cuestionario de 20 ítems desarrollado es válido y fiable para medir la dignidad humana en los cuidados de enfermería.

Objectivo. Desenvolver e validar um questionário sobre a dignidade humana nos cuidados de enfermagem. Métodos. Estudo exploratório sequencial misto de métodos exploratórios. O questionário foi desenvolvido e validado em três fases: (1) o conceito de dignidade humana foi definido utilizando uma abordagem de análise de conteúdo qualitativa convencional, (2) os primeiros itens do questionário foram gerados com base nos resultados da primeira fase, (3) a validação do questionário foi avaliada através da validade de face, de conteúdo e de construção, bem como da fiabilidade. O estudo foi realizado com a participação de 13 enfermeiros na secção qualitativa e 203 enfermeiros na secção quantitativa em hospitais universitários filiados na Universidade de Ciências Médicas de Jahrom (Irão). Resultados. Na fase qualitativa, emergiram as dimensões do conceito de dignidade humana nos cuidados de enfermagem. Na secção quantitativa, o conjunto inicial de itens para o questionário sobre a dignidade humana nos cuidados de enfermagem foi formado utilizando os resultados da secção qualitativa e a revisão de instrumentos relacionados. Na análise fatorial, foram extraídas quatro subescalas com um valor Eigen superior a 1: comunicação respeitosa, igual valor humano do doente, preservação da privacidade e cuidados centrados no doente. A consistência interna e a estabilidade do questionário foram calculadas em 0.85 e 0.80, respetivamente, indicando uma excelente fiabilidade. Conclusão. O questionário de 20 itens desenvolvido é válido e fiável para medir a dignidade humana nos cuidados de enfermagem.

Adaptación y validación del Voice Handicap Index y su versión abreviada al español rioplatense de Argentina

Objetivo: Este estudio tuvo como objetivo principal validar el Voice Handicap Index (VHI) y su versión abreviada (VHI-10) adaptados al español rioplatense de Argentina, con objetivos específicos centrados en evaluar su fiabilidad y validez. Metodología: La adaptación cultural incluyó técnicas de traducción directa, síntesis y retrotraducción, evaluación de la equivalencia semántica y aplicación a un grupo piloto. Para la validación se evaluó la fiabilidad de ambos índices adaptados mediante la consistencia interna (coeficiente alfa de Cronbach) y la estabilidad test-retest (prueba de Bland-Altman, CCI y r de Spearman). Además, se examinó la validez de criterio y de constructo. 213 sujetos participaron en la validación del índice adaptado de 30 ítems (123 disfónicos; 90 de control); 113, en la del índice abreviado (63 disfónicos; 50 de control). Resultados: Se constituyó el Índice de Desventaja Vocal (IDV) como la versión adaptada del VHI al español rioplatense de Argentina. Ambos índices demostraron excelente consistencia interna (IDV-30 α = 0,96; IDV-10 α = 0,92) y estabilidad y concordancia (IDV-30 CCI = 0,95; IDV-10 CCI = 0,96). Se halló alta correlación entre los puntajes de ambos índices y la autoevaluación de la severidad de la disfonía de los participantes (r = 0,85). Ambos índices demostraron capacidad de diferenciar entre individuos con disfonía y sujetos sanos (p< 0,001). El análisis factorial reveló tres factores para el IDV-30 y un factor para el IDV-10. Conclusiones: El IDV-30 e IDV-10 presentan grados adecuados de fiabilidad y validez. Ambos pueden ser incluidos en protocolos de valoración de la función vocal por profesionales de Argentina.

Aim: This study aimed to validate the Voice Handicap Index (VHI) and its abbreviated version (VHI-10) adapted into Rioplatense Spanish from Argentina, with specific goals centered on assessing their reliability and validity. Methods: Cultural adaptation involved direct translation, synthesis and back-translation techniques, followed by an assessment of semantic equivalence and application to a pilot group. For the validation process, the reliability of both adapted indices was assessed through measures of internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha coefficient) and test-retest stability (Bland-Altman test, ICC and Spearman's correlation coefficient). Additionally, we conducted analyses to asses criterion and construct validity. 213 subjects participated in the validation of the adapted 30-items index, (123 with dysphonia; 90 from control group); 113, in the abbreviated version (63 with dysphonia; 50 from control group). Results: The "Índice de Desventaja Vocal" (IDV) was established as the adapted version of the VHI into Rioplatense Spanish from Argentina. Both indeces exhibited excellent internal consistency (IDV-30 α = 0,96; IDV-10 α = 0,92) and satisfactory stability and agreement (IDV-30 CCI = 0,95; IDV-10 CCI = 0,96). Regarding validity, a strong correlation was observed between the scores of both indeces and the participant's self-assessment of dysphonia degree (r = 0,85). Both indices effectively differentiated between individuals with dysphonia and healthy subjects (p< 0,001). Factor analysis revealed three factors for the IDV-30 and one factor for the IDV-10. Conclusion: The IDV-30 and IDV-10 demonstrate satisfactory levels of reliability and validity. Both indices can be incorporated into the assessment protocols for evaluating the vocal function by professionals in Argentina.

[Convergent and discriminative validity of the Frail-VIG index with the Pfeiffer test in people cared for in home care]. / Validez convergente y discriminativa del índice Frágil-VIG con el test de Pfeiffer en personas atendidas en atención domiciliaria.

INTRODUCTION: The Frail-VIG index-and the Pfeiffer test are measurements used in Primary Care for assessment frailty and the cognitive impairment screening. The Frail-VIG index is a multidimensional instrument that allows a rapid assessment of the degree of frailty in the context of clinical practice. OBJECTIVE: Our aim was to investigate the convergent and discriminative validity of the Frail-VIG index with regard to Pfeiffer test value. DESIGN: A cross-sectional study. SITE: Two urban Primary Health Care centres of the Catalan Institute of Health, Barcelona (Spain). PARTICIPANTS: All people included under a home care programme during the year 2018. No exclusion criteria were applied. MAIN MEASUREMENTS: We used the Frail-VIG index to measure frailty and the Pfeiffer test to cognitive impairment screening. Trained nurses administered both instruments during face-to-face assessments in a participant's home during usual care. The relationships between both instruments were examined using Pearson's correlation coefficient. RESULTS: A total of 412 participants were included. Frail-VIG score and Pfeiffer test value were moderately correlated (r=0.564; P<0.001). Non-frail people had a lower risk of developing cognitive impairment than moderate to severe frail people. The value of the Pfeiffer test increased significantly as the Frail-VIG index score also increased. CONCLUSIONS: Frail-VIG index demonstrated a convergent validity with the Pfeiffer test. Its discriminative validity was optimal, as their scores showed an excellent capacity to differentiate between people with a higher and lower risk of developing cognitive impairment. These findings provide additional pieces of evidence for construct validity of the Frail-VIG index.

Psychometric Properties of the Personality Inventory for DSM-5 faceted Brief Form in a Brazilian Community Sample.

OBJECTIVE: The aim of the present study was to verify the psychometric qualities of the PID-5-FBF in a community sample of Brazilian adults. The internal consistency of the facets and the internal structure of the dimensions were checked. In addition, we verified the correlations between the PID-5-FBF facets and domains with a five-factor model measure. METHODS: The sample of this study consists of the 774 Brazilian adults aged 18 to 73 years (mean 28.9±11.58) who answered the PID-5-FBF and BFI-2S. RESULTS: The alpha values were adequate. The internal structure was similar to the PID-5 original form. All the factors and dimensions of the PID-5-FBF have a negative association with agreeableness, while, on the other hand, all correlations with neuroticism were positive. Neuroticism was the factor with the highest correlation with the PID-5-FBF, and openness was the one with the lowest number of correlations. CONCLUSIONS: This research contributes to adding evidence of validity to the PID-5-FBF in the Brazilian community sample. Our results are important because it is the first study with the PID-FBF in a Brazilian sample.

[Psychometric properties of performance outcome tools to assess sensitivity in subjects with stroke sequela: A systematic review]. / Propiedades psicométricas de herramientas de resultados de desempeño para evaluar la sensibilidad en sujetos con secuela de accidente cerebrovascular: revisión sistemática.

The objective was to perform a systematic review of those performance outcomes (HRD) tools that assess sensitivity in post-stroke subjects, as well as to know which of all is the most reliable and viable. The design was a systematic review. The following were included: HRD, developed in post-stroke subjects, of any etiology and period of evolution; 18 years of age or older and testing for sensitivity; results on psychometric properties. Excluded: self-reported results, the report of cross-cultural adaptation, designed through computerized means. 19 HRD were acquired. The psychometric properties analyzed were reliability, internal consistency, measurement error, construct validity, content validity, and sensitivity to change, the first being the most studied. Psychometric properties were identified, assessed, compared, and summarized. Of all of them, we recommend the use of the modified Erasmus Nottingham Sensory Assessment, as it presents the best degree of confidence in the evidence.

Construction and validation of an Entrepreneurship Measurement Instrument for nursing students / Construcción y validación de un Instrumento de Medición Emprendedora para estudiantes de enfermería / Construção e validação de Instrumento de Medição Empreendedora para estudantes de enfermagem

Objective. To develop a valid and reliable scale to measure entrepreneurship competences of nursing students, by assessing the level of development of diverse entrepreneurship dimensions. Methods. An Entrepreneurship Measurement Instrument, Catalonia (IME.Cat) was constructed, by adapting two existing instruments, and a psychometric study was performed to address the validity of the content and the construct, and the reliability. The internal consistency and the discrimination capacity of the instrument's items were examined. Results. The IME.Cat scale showed a high reliability (α=0.89) for the complete set of items. The Cronbach's α value of the individual dimensions were: Problem management=0.78; Creativity=0.76; Personal confidence =0.64; and Risk acceptance =0.46. The corrected homogeneity indices for each of the item in the instrument were high (>0.40). The Confirmatory Factorial Analysis validated the proposed structure of the items according to dimension. Conclusion. The IME.Cat scale showed solid psychometric values for assessing the entrepreneurship competences of nursing students within its dimensions, which are fundamental for the professional development of nursing.

Objetivo. Desarrollar una escala válida y fiable para medir competencias emprendedoras para estudiantes de enfermería, evaluando el nivel de desarrollo en diversas dimensiones del emprendimiento. Métodos. Se construyó el Instrumento de Medición Emprendedora Cataluña (IME.Cat) adaptando dos instrumentos existentes y se llevó a cabo un estudio psicométrico que abordó la validez de contenido, de constructo y la fiabilidad. Se examinaron la consistencia interna y la capacidad de discriminación de los ítems del instrumento. Resultados. La escala IME.Cat mostró una alta fiabilidad (α=0.89) para el conjunto completo de 25 ítems. Los valores del α de Cronbach de las dimensiones individuales fueron: Manejo de problemas=0.78; Creatividad=0.76; Seguridad personal=0.64; y Aceptación del riesgo=0.46. Los índices de homogeneidad corregidos para cada ítem del instrumento fueron elevados (>0.40). El Análisis Factorial Confirmatorio validó la estructura propuesta de ítems por dimensión. Conclusión. La escala IME.Cat mostró valores psicométricos sólidos para evaluar competencias emprendedoras en estudiantes de enfermería en sus dimensiones, las cuales son fundamentales en el desarrollo profesional de la enfermería.

Objetivo. Desenvolver uma escala válida e confiável para medir as competências empreendedoras dos alunos de enfermagem, avaliando o nível de desenvolvimento em várias dimensões do empreendedorismo. Métodos. O Instrumento de Medição de Empreendedorismo da Catalunha (IME.Cat) foi construído com a adaptação de dois instrumentos existentes, e um estudo psicométrico foi realizado para abordar a validade de conteúdo, a validade de construção e a confiabilidade. A consistência interna e a capacidade discriminatória dos itens do instrumento foram examinadas. Resultados. A escala IME.cat apresentou alta confiabilidade (α=0.89) para o conjunto completo de 25 itens. Os valores de α de Cronbach para as dimensões individuais foram: Tratamento de problemas=0.78; Criatividade=0.76; Segurança pessoal=0.64; e Aceitação de riscos=0.46. Os índices de homogeneidade corrigidos para cada item do instrumento foram altos (>0.40). A análise fatorial confirmatória validou a estrutura de itens proposta por dimensão. Conclusões. A escala IME.Cat apresentou bons valores psicométricos para avaliar as competências empreendedoras dos estudantes de enfermagem em suas dimensões, que são fundamentais para o desenvolvimento profissional da enfermagem.

Dyadic Analysis of the Inventory of Family Integration in Fathers and Mothers in the city of Arequipa

The present study analyzes the psychometric properties of the Inventory of Family Integration (IFI) by means of a dyadic analysis based on the responses of fathers and mothers in families from the city of Arequipa, southern Peru. For this purpose, 264 married couples living with their families were non-probabilistically selected and administered the 52-item IFI. An analysis of dimensionality and reliability was carried out, and a factorial invariance analysis was applied under a dyadic approach and, finally, a comparative analysis using Cohen's d was performed. The results reported moderate correlations between the values of fathers and mothers in each family holon: personal, spousal, parental, sibling and familial. Likewise, the dimensionality fit of each holon in fathers and mothers was adequate with acceptable magnitudes, and the reliability indices calculated with Cronbach's alpha and McDonald's Omega tests were high. The five-factor internal structure and internal consistency in both fathers and mothers were corroborated.

El presente estudio analiza las propiedades psicométricas del Inventario de Integración Familiar (IIF) mediante un análisis diádico en función de las respuestas de padres y madres de conforman una familia procedente de la ciudad de Arequipa, al sur de Perú. Para ello, se seleccionó de manera no probabilística a 264 parejas casadas que viven con sus familias, a quienes se les aplicó el IIF que consta de 52 ítems. Se realizó un análisis de la dimensionalidad y la confiabilidad, y se aplicó un análisis de invarianza factorial bajo un enfoque diádico y finalmente un análisis comparativo mediante la d de Cohen. Los resultados reportaron correlaciones moderadas entre los valores de los padres y madres en cada holón familiar: personal, conyugal, parental, fraternal y familiar. Asimismo, el ajuste de dimensionalidad de cada holón en padres y en madres fue adecuado con magnitudes aceptables, y los índices de confiabilidad calculados con las pruebas alfa de Cronbach y Omega de McDonald fueron elevados. Se corrobora la estructura interna de cinco factores y la consistencia interna tanto en padres como en madres.

Adaptación cultural al español del Perú y validación psicométrica de un instrumento para medir el alfabetismo científico en estudiantes de medicina / Cultural adaptation to Peruvian Spanish and psychometric validation of an instrument to measure scientific literacy in medical students

RESUMEN Introducción. El alfabetismo científico comprende habilidades para explicar los fenómenos científicamente, evaluar la ciencia e interpretar sus resultados. Para asegurar su correcta medición es necesario disponer de herramientas validadas en diversos idiomas. Objetivo. Adaptar y validar, al español del Perú, un instrumento para medir las habilidades en alfabetismo científico en estudiantes de medicina. Métodos. La adaptación cultural del Test of Scientific Literacy Skills (TOSLS) tuvo seis pasos. Primero, una traducción independiente y simultánea del inglés al español. Luego, síntesis de ambas traducciones y traducción inversa, seguida de la comparación con la versión original y su retrotraducción. Luego, se realizó una prueba piloto y un estudio transversal con estudiantes de medicina en Lima, Perú. El último paso comprendió la evaluación psicométrica utilizando el modelo de Rasch. El instrumento tuvo 28 preguntas de opción múltiple con una única respuesta correcta. Resultados. Enrolamos 300 estudiantes. El coeficiente Kuder-Richadson fue 0,742. Los ítems mostraron unidimensionalidad e independencia local (MADaQ3 = 0,054). El ítem 12 fue el más difícil, el 5 resultó el más fácil. Los estadísticos infit y outfit de los ítems estuvieron en el rango de 0,7 a 1,3 logits. La curva de función de información brindó información con mayor precisión en el nivel de habilidad ubicado entre -1 y 0 logits. Hubo correspondencia entre la dificultad de los ítems y la habilidad en alfabetismo científico. Conclusión. La versión en español mantuvo los 28 ítems del TOSLS original y tuvo aceptable consistencia interna. Los ítems tuvieron propiedades aceptables, independientemente de la habilidad en alfabetismo científico de los estudiantes.

ABSTRACT Introduction. Scientific literacy comprises skills to explain phenomena scientifically, evaluate science and interpret its results. Validated tools in different languages are needed to ensure their correct measurement. Objective. To adapt and validate, to Peruvian Spanish, an instrument to measure scientific literacy skills in medical students. Methods. The cultural adaptation of the Test of Scientific Literacy Skills (TOSLS) into Spanish had six steps. First, an independent, simultaneous translation from English into Spanish was performed. Then, both translations were synthesised and back-translated, followed by comparison with the original version and back-translation. This was followed by a pilot test and a cross-sectional study with medical students in Lima, Peru. The last step involved psychometric evaluation using the Rasch model. The instrument consisted of 28 multiple-choice questions with only one correct answer. Results. 300 students were enrolled. The Kuder-Richadson coefficient was 0.742. The items showed unidimensionality and local independence (MADaQ3 = 0.054). Item 12 was the most difficult, while item 5 was the easiest. The infit and outfit statistics of the items were in the range of 0.7 to 1.3 logits. The test information function provided information with greater precision at skill levels between -1 and 0 logits. There was a correspondence between item difficulty and scientific literacy ability. Conclusion. The Spanish version retained the 28 items of the original TOSLS and had acceptable internal consistency. The items had acceptable properties, independently of students' scientific literacy ability.

Análisis del éxito de las números uno en la prueba MIR de 2022 y 2023. El impacto de la preparación y el efecto del azar / Analysis of the success of the highest scoring candidates in Spain’s Resident Medical Intern (MIR) examinations of 2022 and 2023. The impact of preparation and the effect of serendipity

Introducción: El examen de médico interno residente (examen MIR) es la prueba que permite el acceso a la formación médica especializada en España. Su objetivo es distribuir las plazas disponibles para las diferentes especialidades médicas entre los graduados en Medicina, teniendo en cuenta para ello tanto su expediente como los resultados de la prueba. La realización de un examen de test tiene un cierto componente de aleatoriedad.Objetivos: Analizar el rendimiento de las números uno de las convocatorias de 2021-2022 y 2022-2023 a lo largo de su preparación, así como conocer qué resultados podrían obtener en caso de que repitieran el mismo examen un millón de veces. Material y métodos: Se hizo uso de la información relativa al rendimiento de los estudiantes que prepararon las pruebas con cursos intensivos MIR Asturias, así como de los principios de la teoría de respuesta al ítem.Resultados. En 11 (33,3%) y 14 (42,4%) de las 33 pruebas realizadas a lo largo de la preparación, las números uno se clasificaron entre los 10 primeros. A partir de las simulaciones de las pruebas MIR de 2022 y 2023, se obtuvo que la primera clasificada de 2022 quedaría entre los 185 primeros de la prueba, y la de 2023, entre los 92 primeros.Conclusiones: Para obtener un número de orden entre los primeros clasificados es necesario disponer de un ability elevado, el cual se consigue a través de una preparación sólida. Además, el azar tiene un cierto nivel de influencia sobre los resultados de los opositores presentados a la prueba.(AU)

Introduction: The MIR exam is the test that allows access to specialized medical training in Spain. Its objective is to distribute the available places for the different medical specialties among Medicine graduates, taking into account both their record and the results of the test. Taking a test exam has a certain element of randomness.Objectives: Analyze the performance of the number ones of the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 calls throughout their preparation, as well as know what results they could obtain if they repeated the same exam one million times. Material and methods: Information related to the performance of the students who prepared the tests with MIR Asturias Intensive Courses was used, as well as the principles of item response theory.Results. In 11 (33.3%) and 14 (42.4%) of the 33 tests carried out throughout the preparation, number one was classified among the top 10. From the simulations of the 2022 and 2023 MIR tests, it was obtained that the first classified in 2022 would be among the top 185 in the test and in 2023 among the top 92. Conclusions: To obtain an order number among the first classified it is necessary to have a high ability, which is achieved through solid preparation. In addition, randomness has a certain level of influence on the results of the opponents presented to the test.(AU)

Revisión psicométrica de la Escala de autorregulación de hábitos alimentarios en adultos mexicanos: ¿Es factible una versión breve? / Psychometric review of the Self-regulation scale of eating habits in Mexican adults: Is a short version feasible?

Introducción: De acuerdo con cifras oficiales, 75.0% de las mujeres y 69.6% de los hombres mexicanos presentan obesidad o sobrepeso, estas condiciones pueden desencadenar enfermedades crónicas. En ese sentido, los hábitos son factores determinantes para dicha prevalencia, y entre los que influyen de forma significativa sobre la salud están los hábitos alimentarios. Entonces, el objetivo de este trabajo fue analizar las propiedades psicométricas de la Escala de Autorregulación de Hábitos Alimentarios, y derivar una versión breve. Material y método: Se realizó un estudio instrumental en el que participaron 442 adultos mexicanos (60% mujeres; Medad = 32.486 años). Además de la Escala de Autorregulación de Hábitos Alimentarios, se incluyó una ficha de datos sociodemográficos. Las evidencias de validez se analizaron desde un enfoque analítico-factorial mediante un modelamiento exploratorio de ecuaciones estructurales (ESEM, por sus siglas en inglés); mientras que la fiabilidad se estimó a nivel de puntuaciones (coeficiente alfa) y de constructo (coeficiente omega). Resultados: La escala responde a una estructura esencialmente unidimensional, de la cual se derivó una versión breve de 8 ítems que evidenció adecuados índices de ajuste, cargas factoriales elevadas, excelente fiabilidad, y es invariante entre hombres y mujeres. Conclusiones: La Escala de Autorregulación de Hábitos Alimentarios presenta una estructura unidimensional sólida, su adecuada fiabilidad permite su uso a nivel de investigación básica y aplicada, y evalúa de forma equivalente la autorregulación en hombres y mujeres (AU)

Introduction: According to official records, 75.0% of Mexican women and 69.6% of Mexican men are obese or overweight, conditions that can develop chronic diseases. In that sense, habits are determinate factors for this prevalence, among those that significantly influence health are eating habits. Therefore, the aim of this work was to analyze the psychometric properties of the Self-Regulation Scale of Eating Habits to obtain a brief version. Materials and methods: An instrumental study was carried out with 442 Mexican adults (60% women; Mage= 32.486 years). In addition to the Self-Regulation of Eating Habits Scale, a sociodemographic data sheet was included. The evidence of validity was analyzed with an analytical-factorial approach by an exploratory structural equation modeling (ESEM); as well reliability was estimated at the level of scores (alpha coefficient) and construct (omega coefficient). Results: The scale responds to an essentially one-dimensional structure, a short version of 8 items was obtained, which showed an adequate adjustment index, high factor loads, excellent reliability, and being invariant between men and women. Conclusions: The Self-Regulation of Eating Habits Scale presents a solid one-dimensional structure; its adequate reliability allows it’s to use at the level of basic and applied research. Also evaluates self-regulation in men and women in an equivalent way (AU)

Traducción y validación de la Escala de Autoeficacia en Lactancia Materna BSES-SF en población colombiana / Translation and Validation of the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale bses-sfin a Colombian Population / Tradução e validação da Escala de Autoeficácia em Amamentação bses-sfna população colombiana

La autoeficacia en la lactancia materna es la confian-za de la madre en su capacidad para amamantar a su hijo(a), la cual se evalúa mediante el cuestionario Breastfeeding Self Efficacy Scale (bses). Diversos estu-dios han explorado las propiedades psicométricas del instrumento con resultados adecuados en diferentes países. Este estudio presenta el proceso de traducción y validación de la escala en su versión breve, de 14 ítems, en una muestra de mujeres colombianas. En total, se evaluaron 243 mujeres lactantes con hijos alrededor de los cuatro meses de edad. Se analizó la consistencia y estructura interna de la escala, así como su relación con otras variables. La escala evidenció adecuados indicios respecto a su consistencia interna (α = .91), se identificó una estructura factorial de dos dimensiones que explican un 48 % de la varianza, la relación con otras variables como la autoestima (ρ = .28) y el estrés percibido (ρ = .30) fueron débiles o moderadas, y las diferencias en las puntuaciones respecto a la historia obstétrica y las variables sociodemográficas fueron analizadas. Las evidencias psicométricas apoyan la utilización de la escala, tanto en el ámbito clínico como en el investigativo para evaluar la autoeficacia en mu-jeres lactantes colombianas

2Adriana Trujillo, Rubby Castro-Osorio, Natalia Maldonado-AvendañoAvances en Psicología Latinoamericana / Bogotá (Colombia) / Vol. 42(1) / pp. 1-20 / 2024 / ISSNe2145-4515obstétrica y las variables sociodemográficas fueron analizadas. Las evidencias psicométricas apoyan la utilización de la escala, tanto en el ámbito clínico como en el investigativo para evaluar la autoeficacia en mu-jeres lactantes colombianas.Palabras clave: autoeficacia; lactancia materna; bses-sf; psicometría.AbstractBreastfeeding self-efficacy is the mother's confidence in her ability to breastfeed her child and is assessed using the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale (bses). Several studies have explored the psychometric properties of the questionnaire with adequate results in different countries. The present study presents the translation and validation process of the 14-item brief version of the scale in a sample of Colombian women. In to-tal, 243 lactating women with children around four months of age were evaluated. The consistency and internal structure of the scale was analysed, as well as its relationship with other variables. The scale evidenced adequate internal consistency (α = .91), a factorial structure of two dimensions explaining 48 % of the variance was identified, the relationship with other variables such as self-esteem (ρ = .28) and perceived stress (ρ = .30) was weak or moderate, and the differences in scores regarding the obstetric history and sociodemographic variables were analyzed. The psychometric evidence supports the use of the scale in both clinical and research settings to assess self-efficacy in Colombian lactating women.

A autoeficácia na amamentação é a confiança da mãe em sua capacidade de amamentar seu filho e é avaliada por meio do questionário Breastfeeding Self Efficacy Scale(bses). Vários estudos exploraram as propriedades psi-cométricas do instrumento com resultados adequados em diferentes países. O presente estudo apresenta o processo de tradução e validação da escala em sua versão breve de 14 itens em uma amostra de mulheres colombianas. No total, foram avaliadas 243 lactantes com filhos em torno de quatro meses de idade. Foram analisadas a consistência e a estrutura interna da escala, bem como sua relação com outras variáveis. A escala apresentou indicações adequadas quanto à sua consistência interna (α = 0,91), foi identifi-cada uma estrutura fatorial bidimensional que explicou 48% da variância. A relação com outras variáveis como a autoestima (ρ = 0,28) e percepção ao estresse (ρ = 0,30) foi fraca ou moderada, e, foram analisadas diferenças nos escores referentes ao histórico obstétrico e às variáveis sociodemográficas. Evidências psicométricas apoiam o uso da escala tanto em ambientes clínicos como de pesquisa para avaliar a autoeficácia na amamentação em mulheres lactantes colombianas.

Validación de la versión autoaplicable de la Subescala de Resiliencia del inventario BESSI-45 en adolescentes peruanos de 12 a 17 años de edad / Validation of the self-applicable version of the Resilience Subscale of the BESSI-45 Inventory in Peruvian adolescents aged 12 to 17 years

RESUMEN La resiliencia emocional implica capacidades de regulación de estrés, ansiedad, miedo, cólera e irritabilidad, así como la resistencia intencional a los impulsos y el mantenimiento de una actitud positiva frente a circunstancias difíciles y hacia uno mismo. Evaluar las propiedades psicométricas de una versión en español de la subescala de resiliencia del BESSI-45. Se aplicó el BESSI-45 a 625 adolescentes de tres zonas diferentes del Perú. Se evaluó la consistencia interna, la estructura factorial, la invarianza factorial y las características basadas en la teoría de respuesta al ítem (TRI) de la subescala y se determinaron sus baremos. La consistencia interna fue adecuada (omega = 0,8243). El análisis factorial mostró una estructura unidimensional con buenos indicadores de ajuste, así como una invarianza factorial en cuanto a sexo y región geográfica. La capacidad de discriminación de acuerdo a la TRI fue satisfactoria para todos los ítems. Los ítems más importantes fueron tres relacionados con el control de la cólera y la impulsividad. En los adolescentes peruanos evaluados, la subescala de resiliencia del BESSI-45 muestra características psicométricas adecuadas con base en su estructura factorial, consistencia interna y en la TRI.

ABSTRACT Emotional resilience skills involve the regulation of stress, anxiety, fear, anger, and irritability; intentional impulse resistance; and the maintenance of a positive attitude towards oneself and difficult surrounding circumstances. The aim of this study is to assess the psychometric properties of a Spanish version of the resilience subscale of the BESSI-45. The BESSI-45 was administered to 625 adolescents from three different regions of Peru. The resilience subscale was evaluated in terms of norms, internal consistency, factorial structure, factorial invariance, and Item Response Theory (IRT)-based characteristics. Internal consistency was adequate (omega = 0.8243), the factor analysis showed a unidimensional structure with good fit indices, and factorial invariance was demonstrated across gender and geographic region. The discrimination ability according to IRT was satisfactory for all items. The most important items were three related to anger control and impulsivity. In the study sample of Peruvian adolescents, the resilience subscale of the BESSI-45 shows adequate psychometric characteristics based on its factorial structure, internal consistency and IRT.

Spanish Adaptation of the Mentalization Questionnaire (MZQ) in Community Adolescents and Adults / Adaptación Española del Cuestionario de Mentalización (MentalizationQuestionnaire; MZQ) para Adolescentes y Adultos de Población General

Background: Despite the role of mentalization in mental health outcomes and prevention, psychometrically-evaluated screening measures for mentalization remain sparse. One widely-used mentalization questionnaire is the Mentalization Questionnaire (MZQ; Hausberg et al., 2012), which we aimed to adapt and validate for use in Spanish. Method: We adapted the MZQ to European Spanish and evaluated its psychometric properties in both adolescent (n = 389, ages 12-19, M = 14.5) and adult community samples (n = 382, M = 48). Results: Confirmatory factor analysis resulted in a unidimensional structure including all items. This model had better goodness of fit than the original and other adaptations. Invariance analysis showed the same structure in adolescents compared by sex and age, and additionally in the adult versus adolescent samples. Evidence for convergent and discriminant validity was found. Internal consistency values in both adolescents and parents were fair and in the adolescent sample the MZQ scores remained moderately stable after re-test. Conclusions: The Spanish adaptation of the MZQ presents similar evidence of reliability and validity in the adolescent and adult samples. The results support this being a suitable version for evaluating mentalization in the general population.(AU)

Antecedentes: A pesar del creciente reconocimiento de la mentalización como factor en el desarrollo de la salud mental y la prevención, las medidas de cribado validadas psicométricamente siguen siendo escasas. El Cuestionario de Mentalización (MZQ; Hausberg et al., 2012) es uno de los más utilizados. El objetivo es adaptar y validar su uso al español. Método: Adaptamos el MZQ al español europeo en muestras comunitarias de adolescentes (n = 389, edades 12-19, M = 14,5) y de adultos (n = 382, M = 48). Resultados: Se realizó un análisis factorial confirmatorio que expuso una estructura unifactorial para ambas muestras. Este modelo presentó mejores índices de ajuste que los modelos presentados en la versión original y en las adaptaciones. El estudio de invariancia mostró la misma estructura en la muestra de adolescentes cuando se compararon por sexo y edad, y también en la muestra de adultos comparada con la muestra de adolescentes. Se encontraron evidencias de validez convergente y discriminante. Conclusiones: La adaptación del MZQ al español presenta evidencias de validez y fiabilidad similares en la muestra de adolescentes y en la de adultos. Los resultados apoyan que se trata de una versión apta para evaluar la mentalización en población general.(AU)

Cultural adaptation and validity evidence of the Student Nurse Stressor-15 (SNS-15) Scale for Brazil / Adaptación cultural y evidencia de validez de la Student Nurse Stressor-15 (SNS-15) Scale para Brasil / Adaptação cultural e evidências de validade da Student Nurse Stressor-15 (SNS-15) Scale para o Brasil

ABSTRACT Objectives: to carry out the cultural adaptation and evaluation of validity evidence of the Student Nurse Stressor-15 (SNS-15) Scale for use in Brazil. Methods: psychometric study, conducted from the stages of translation, synthesis, back-translation, review by a committee of seven experts, pre-test and evaluation of measurement properties with 32 and 238 nursing students, respectively. Descriptive statistics, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were performed. The reliability of the instrument was estimated using McDonald's Omega (ω). Results: EFA subsidized the distribution of the fifteen SNS-15 items into four factors. Using AFC, satisfactory fit indices were achieved (Comparative Fit Index = 0.94; Tucker-Lewis Index = 0.93; Root Mean Square Error of Approximation = 0.06; Standardized Root Mean Square Residual = 0.16) and ω = 0.86. Conclusions: the Brazilian version of the SNS-15 presents evidence that confirms its validity and reliability.

RESUMEN Objetivos: realizar adaptación cultural y evaluación de evidencia de validez de la Student Nurse Stressor-15 (SNS-15) Scale para su uso en Brasil. Métodos: estudio psicométrico, realizado desde las etapas de traducción, síntesis, retrotraducción, revisión por un comité de siete expertos, pretest y evaluación de propiedades de medición con 32 y 238 estudiantes de enfermería, respectivamente. Se realizó estadística descriptiva, Análisis Factorial Exploratorio (AFE), Análisis Factorial Confirmatorio (AFC). La confiabilidad del instrumento se estimó mediante el Omega de McDonald (ω). Resultados: AFE subvencionó la distribución de los quince ítems del SNS-15 en cuatro factores. A través de la AFC se lograron índices de ajuste satisfactorios (Comparative Fit Index = 0,94; Tucker-Lewis Index = 0,93; Root Mean Square Error of Approximation = 0,06; Standardized Root Mean Square Residual = 0,16) y ω = 0,86. Conclusiones: la versión brasileña del SNS-15 presenta evidencias que confirman su validez y confiabilidad.

RESUMO Objetivos: realizar a adaptação cultural e a avaliação das evidências de validade da Student Nurse Stressor-15 (SNS-15) Scale para uso no Brasil. Métodos: estudo psicométrico, conduzido a partir das etapas de tradução, síntese, retrotradução, revisão por um comitê de sete especialistas, pré-teste e avaliação das propriedades de medida com 32 e 238 estudantes de enfermagem, respectivamente. Realizou-se estatística descritiva, Análise Fatorial Exploratória (AFE), Análise Fatorial Confirmatória (AFC). Estimou-se a confiabilidade do instrumento através do Ômega de McDonald's (ω). Resultados: a AFE subsidiou a distribuição dos quinze itens da SNS-15 em quatro fatores. Mediante AFC, alcançou-se índices satisfatórios de ajuste (Comparative Fit Index = 0,94; Tucker-Lewis Index = 0,93; Root Mean Square Error of Approximation = 0,06; Standardized Root Mean Square Residual = 0,16) e ω = 0,86. Conclusões: a versão brasileira da SNS-15 apresenta evidências que confirmam sua validade e confiabilidade.

Evidências de validade de critério concorrente e preditiva do Instrumento de Rastreio da Comunicação de Crianças de 0 a 36 meses (IRC-36) / Evidence of concurrent and predictive criterion validity of the Child Communication Screening Instrument from 0 to 36 months (IRC-36)

RESUMO Objetivo Determinar evidências de validade de critério concorrente e preditiva do Instrumento de Rastreio da Comunicação de crianças de 0 a 36 meses (IRC-36). Método Participaram da pesquisa 78 pais/responsáveis de crianças que frequentam o serviço de puericultura das Unidades de Saúde da Família, além de 33 crianças com idades entre 0 e 36 meses, convidadas para segunda etapa do estudo. Na primeira etapa do estudo, 13 profissionais de saúde foram treinados para realizar a aplicação do IRC-36 nos pais/responsáveis das crianças. No segundo momento, os pais responderam a uma nova aplicação do IRC-36 e as crianças foram avaliadas com o Denver II. Resultados O IRC-36 apresentou correlação com o Denver II em mais da metade dos casos, confirmando a validade de critério concorrente do instrumento. Os resultados do IRC-36 da primeira etapa quando correlacionados com o Denver II, não apresentaram valores significativos. O valor de ponto de corte do instrumento foi 12, sendo este o valor de referência entre crianças em risco e sem risco para alteração da comunicação. O instrumento apresentou valor de acurácia dentro dos níveis preconizados e alta sensibilidade. A ocorrência de risco para alteração da comunicação apresentou-se maior na segunda aplicação do IRC-36. Conclusão O estudo apresentou evidências de validade de critério concorrente, indicando que o instrumento possui evidências de medidas de acurácia e de validade para o rastreio da comunicação de crianças de 0 a 36 meses sendo capaz de identificar risco para as alterações da comunicação.

ABSTRACT Purpose To determine evidence of concurrent and predictive criterion validity of the Communication Screening Instrument for children aged 0 to 36 months (IRC-36). Methods 78 parents/guardians of children who attend the childcare service of the Family Health Centers participated in the research, in addition to 33 children aged between 0 and 36 months, invited to the second stage of the study. In its first stage, 13 health professionals were trained to apply the IRC-36 to the children's parents/guardians. In the second moment, the parents responded to a new IRC-36 application, and the children were evaluated with Denver II. Results IRC-36 correlated with Denver II in more than half of the cases, confirming the instrument's concurrent criterion validity. IRC-36 results in the first stage did not significantly correlate with Denver II. The instrument's cutoff value was 12, which is the reference value between children at risk and not at risk of communication disorders. The instrument had high sensitivity and an accuracy value within the recommended levels. The occurrence of risk of communication changes was higher in the second IRC-36 application. Conclusion The study presented evidence of concurrent criterion validity, indicating that the instrument has evidence of accuracy and validity measures to screen communication in children aged 0 to 36 months, being able to identify the risk for communication disorders.

Tabla de la normalidad de las pruebas psicométricas para el diagnóstico de encefalopatía hepática subclínica en la población Dominicana / Score of normality psychometric tests for the diagnosis of subclinical hepatic encephalopathy in the Dominican Population

Introducción: La encefalopatía hepática mínima (EHM), es una enfermedad definida por la existencia de varias alteraciones neurofisiológicas, indetectables a la exploración neurológica y el examen clínico. Dentro de las estrategias diagnosticas para la EHM se contemplan las pruebas psicométricas (PHE), pero para su aplicación es indispensable la estandarización previamente en la población de estudio. Objetivo: El estudio se propuso determinar la tabla de la normalidad de las PHE para diagnosticar la encefalopatía hepática subclínica en una muestra de la población dominicana. Método: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo, prospectivo y transversal en un hospital de referencia nacional. Se analizaron 134 personas clasificados por grupos de edades (18-70 años de edad) y años de escolaridad. Se diseñó una tabla de 5x5. Se estudió la influencia de la edad, sexo, uso de espejuelo y de los años de escolarización en el rendimiento de cada uno de las PHE, para lo cual se utilizaron las siguientes pruebas estadísticas: análisis de varianza (ANOVA), prueba t de Student y regresión lineal. Resultado: La escolaridad y la edad fueron variables determinantes en el desempeño de las 5 pruebas psicométricas. Pero, la correlación univariable de la edad con el desempeño de la prueba TMS no hubo diferencias intra e inter grupos estadísticamente significativas (p>0.171). Conclusión: se confecciono la fórmula de predicción de resultados de los test psicométricos. Ninguno sobrepasó el punto de corte de la puntuación que oscila entre los -4 y los +2 puntos.

Introduction: Minimal hepatic encephalopathy (MHE) is a disease defined by the existence of several neurophysiological alterations, undetectable by neurological examination and clinical examination. Among the diagnostic strategies for EHM, psychometric tests (PHE) are contemplated, but for their application, prior standardization in the study population is essential. Objective: The study will need to determine the normality table of PHE to detect subclinical hepatic encephalopathy in a sample of the Dominican population. Method: A descriptive, prospective and cross-sectional study was carried out in a national reference hospital. 134 people classified by age groups (18-70 years of age) and years of schooling were analyzed. A 5x5 board is recommended. The influence of age, sex, use of glasses and years of schooling on the performance of each one of the PHEs was studied, for which the following statistical tests were used: analysis of variance (ANOVA), Student's t test and linear regression. Result: Schooling and age were determining variables in the performance of the 5 psychometric tests. But, the univariate coincidence of age with the performance of the TMS test, there were no statistically significant intra and inter group differences (p>0.171). Conclusion: the formula for predicting the results of the psychometric tests was made. None exceeded the cut-off point of the score that oscillates between -4 and +2 points.

Psychometric evaluation of the Functional Health Pattern Assessment Screening Tool - Modified Brazilian Version / Evaluación psicométrica del instrumento Functional Health Pattern Assessment Screening Tool - Versión modificada para Brasil / Avaliação psicométrica do Functional Health Pattern Assessment Screening Tool - Versão Brasileira Modificada

Objective: to test the factorial structure, reliability and convergent validity of the Functional Health Pattern Assessment Screening Tool - Modified Brazilian Version. Method: this was a psychometric evaluation of the Functional Health Pattern Assessment Screening Tool - Modified Brazilian Version. Seven hundred and seventeen participants answered the data collection instrument consisting of two parts. Part I included a structured questionnaire to collect sociodemographic data and the participants' perceptions and satisfaction with their current health status. Part II consisted of the tool being tested. The internal structure was assessed using Confirmatory Factor Analysis. Convergent validity was evaluated by the correlation of the tool scores with the rates corresponding to self-perception and satisfaction with current health status. Reliability was assessed using Cronbach's alpha. Results: the Confirmatory Factor Analysis confirmed a three-factor solution. The factor loadings were significant and varied from 0.16 to 0.75; the fit indices suggested moderate fit of the model. Internal consistency for all three components varied between 0.779 and 0.919. Conclusion: the findings suggest that the tool is valid and reliable to be used in the Brazilian population, although caution is recommended when interpreting the results due to the moderate fit of the model.

Objetivo: someter a prueba la estructura factorial, confiabilidad y validez convergente del instrumento Functional Health Pattern Assessment Screening Tool - Versión modificada para Brasil. Método: evaluación psicométrica del instrumento Functional Health Pattern Assessment Screening Tool - Versión modificada para Brasil. Setecientos diecisiete participantes respondieron el instrumento de recolección de datos, compuesto por dos partes. La Parte I incluyó un cuestionario estructurado para recopilar datos sociodemográficos y las percepciones y el nivel de satisfacción de los participantes con respecto a su estado de salud actual. La Parte II consistió en la herramienta sometida a prueba. La estructura interna se evaluó empleando Análisis Factorial Confirmatorio. La validez interna se evaluó por medio de la correlación entre las puntuaciones obtenidas en la herramienta y los índices correspondientes a los niveles de autopercepción y satisfacción con respecto al estado de salud actual. La confiabilidad se evaluó utilizando el coeficiente alfa de Cronbach. Resultados: el Análisis Factorial Confirmatorio confirmó una solución con tres factores. Las cargas factoriales fueron significativas y variaron entre 0,16 y 0.75; los índices de ajuste sugirieron ajuste moderado del modelo. La consistencia interna correspondiente a los tres componentes varió entre 0,779 y 0,919. Conclusión: los hallazgos sugieren que la herramienta es válida y confiable para ser usada en la población de Brasil, aunque se recomienda interpretar los resultados con precaución debido al moderado ajuste del modelo.

Objetivo: testar a estrutura fatorial, a confiabilidade e a validade convergente do Functional Health Pattern Assessment Screening Tool - Versão Brasileira Modificada. Método: avaliação psicométrica do Functional Health Pattern Assessment Screening Tool - Versão Brasileira Modificada. Setecentos e dezessete participantes responderam os itens do instrumento de coleta de dados composto por duas partes. A Parte I incluiu um questionário estruturado contendo dados sociodemográficos e a percepção e satisfação dos participantes com seu estado de saúde atual. A Parte II consistiu no instrumento testado. A estrutura interna foi avaliada por meio de Análise Fatorial Confirmatória. A validade convergente foi avaliada pela correlação dos escores do instrumento com os índices correspondentes à autopercepção e à satisfação com o estado de saúde atual. A confiabilidade foi avaliada pelo alfa de Cronbach. Resultados: a Análise Fatorial Confirmatória confirmou uma solução de três fatores. As cargas fatoriais foram significativas e variaram de 0,16 a 0,75; os índices de ajuste sugeriram ajuste moderado do modelo. A consistência interna dos três componentes variou entre 0,779 e 0,919. Conclusión: os achados sugerem que o instrumento é válido e confiável para ser utilizado na população brasileira, embora seja recomendada cautela na interpretação dos resultados devido ao ajuste moderado do modelo.

Adaptation and Psychometric Evidence of the Work Volition Scale - Student Version to Brazil / Adaptação e Evidências Psicométricas da Work Volition Scale - Student no Brasil / Adaptación y Evidencia Psicométrica de la Work Volition Scale - Student en Brasil

Abstract The Psychology of Working Theory has achieved notable prominence in career studies for its focus on how various - both individual and contextual - influence careers and job outcomes. "Volition" stands out as one of the key elements of this theory, representing the individuals' ability to make career choices despite obstacles. This study aimed to adapt and validate both internal and external structures of the Work Volition Scale - Student Version (WVS-SV) to Brazil. A total of 590 university students from public and private institutions of varied courses and semesters, mostly women (59%), took part in the study. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses indicated that the scale effectively measured two dimensions: volition and constraints. External evidence, including satisfaction with life and career, supported the theoretical aspects of this construct. The results indicated good psychometric properties of the scale to the Brazilian setting, contributing to a better understanding of career choices among university students.

Resumo O modelo da Psicologia do Trabalhar tem se destacado nos estudos de carreira, abordando como variáveis contextuais e individuais influenciam a trajetória profissional. Um conceito-chave é a volição, que representa a capacidade de fazer escolhas de carreira diante de obstáculos. O objetivo desse estudo é adaptar e apresentar evidências de validade de estrutura interna e externa para o Brasil da Work Volition Scale - Student Version. Participaram 590 estudantes universitários de diferentes cursos e semestres, de instituições públicas e privadas, com uma predominância de mulheres (59%). As análises fatoriais exploratórias e confirmatórias mostraram uma estrutura adequada, composta por duas dimensões: restrições e volição. Além disso, identificaram-se evidências externas ao relacionar com a satisfação com a vida e a carreira. Os resultados indicam boas qualidades psicométricas da Work Volition Scale - Student Version no contexto brasileiro, contribuindo para melhorar a compreensão das escolhas de carreira entre os estudantes universitários.

Resumen El modelo de Psicología del Trabajo se ha destacado en estudios de carrera, explorando cómo las variables contextuales e individuales influyen en la trayectoria profesional. Un concepto clave es la volición, que representa la capacidad de la toma de decisiones de carrera frente a obstáculos. Este estudio buscó adaptar y presentar evidencias de validez de la estructura interna y externa para Brasil de la Work Volition Scale - Student Version. Participaron 590 estudiantes universitarios de diversos cursos y semestres, tanto de instituciones públicas como privadas, con predominio de mujeres (59%). Los análisis factoriales exploratorios y confirmatorios demostraron una estructura adecuada con dos dimensiones: restricciones y volición. Además, se identificaron evidencias externas al relacionarlas con la satisfacción en la vida y la carrera. Los resultados indican buenas cualidades psicométricas de la Work Volition Scale - Student Version en el contexto brasileño, contribuyendo a una mejor comprensión de las elecciones de carrera entre los estudiantes universitarios.