Development and preliminary validation of a scale to measure patient uncertainty: The "Uncertainty Scale".
Publication/Presentation Date
8-1-2020
Abstract
Research suggests that patient uncertainty related to experiencing symptoms may drive decisions to seek care. The only validated measure of patient uncertainty assesses uncertainty related to defined illness. In prior work, we engaged patients to describe uncertainty related to symptoms and used findings to develop the 'U-Scale' scale. In this work, we present results from preliminary scale reliability and validity testing. Psychometric testing demonstrated content validity, high internal consistency, and evidence for concurrent validity. Next steps include administration in diverse populations for continued refinement and validation, and exploration of the potential contribution of uncertainty to healthcare utilization.
Volume
25
Issue
9
First Page
1248
Last Page
1258
ISSN
1461-7277
Published In/Presented At
LaNoue, M. D., Gerolamo, A. M., Powell, R., Nord, G., Doty, A. M., & Rising, K. L. (2020). Development and preliminary validation of a scale to measure patient uncertainty: The "Uncertainty Scale". Journal of health psychology, 25(9), 1248–1258. https://doi.org/10.1177/1359105317752827
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
29376420
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article