Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jul 19, 2026
07:28
Auricular Point Acupressure Therapy: A Safe and Effective Treatment for Postsurgical Abortion Recovery
Published on: February 3, 2026
Development and evaluation of the abortion attributes questionnaire.
S Marie Harvey1, Mark D Nichols
1Center for the Study of Women in Society, 1201 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-1201, USA. mharvey@oregon.uoregon.edu
The Journal of Social Issues
|November 1, 2006
Summary
The Abortion Attributes Questionnaire (AAQ) effectively measures women's priorities when choosing between medical and surgical abortions. Findings support its use in understanding patient preferences for abortion methods.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Medical Sociology
- Psychometrics
Background:
- Understanding patient preferences is crucial for informed decision-making in reproductive healthcare.
- Existing instruments may not fully capture the nuances of factors influencing abortion method choice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate the Abortion Attributes Questionnaire (AAQ).
- To assess the perceived importance of specific characteristics influencing the choice between medical and surgical abortion.
Main Methods:
- Development of the AAQ with 21 characteristics.
- Administration to women undergoing medical abortions (n=186) and surgical abortions (n=118).
- Factor analysis for construct validity and reliability; discriminant function analysis to predict choice.
Main Results:
- The AAQ demonstrated good internal reliability across its four factors.
- Three of the four identified factors significantly predicted participants' abortion method choice.
- Discriminant function analysis confirmed the validity of the AAQ constructs.
Conclusions:
- The AAQ is a reliable and valid instrument for assessing patient priorities in abortion method selection.
- Empirical support for the AAQ's constructs enhances its utility in clinical and research settings.
- Findings can inform counseling and patient-centered care for abortion services.
Related Concept Videos
01:15Nursing Evaluation
The evaluation stage signals the end of the nursing process. The nurse gathers evaluative data to assess whether or not the patient has attained the expected results. Whereas the nurse collects data in the nursing assessment to identify the patient's health concerns, the evaluation stage data determines if the indicated health issues are resolved. Evaluative data collection includes two sections: the data acquired to evaluate patient outcomes and the time criteria for data collection.
Section...
Section...
01:29Self-Evaluation Maintenance Model
The Self-Evaluation Maintenance (SEM) model offers a psychological framework to understand how individuals’ self-esteem is influenced by the achievements of others, particularly those with whom they share close personal bonds. The SEM model operates when personal rather than social identity guides individuals. Central to this model is the notion that individuals have an inherent desire to preserve a favorable self-image, which is continuously shaped by interpersonal comparisons and...
01:25Assessment of the Rectum and Anus
Evaluating the rectum and anus plays a crucial role in conducting a thorough physical examination of the gastrointestinal system. Although it may be uncomfortable and often embarrassing for the patient, it holds immense diagnostic value, particularly in detecting gastrointestinal diseases and abnormalities. This guide will explain how to perform this assessment using inspection and palpation methods.
Rectal Inspection
Begin by inspecting the perianal and anal areas for color, texture, rashes,...
Rectal Inspection
Begin by inspecting the perianal and anal areas for color, texture, rashes,...