Development and validity of an educational folder for pulmonary tuberculosis sputum collection

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Infectious Diseases
• Diagnostic Tools

Background:

• Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis relies heavily on sputum collection quality.
• Effective patient education is crucial for obtaining high-quality sputum samples.
• Existing educational materials may lack comprehensive content or user-friendly design.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and validate an educational folder for pulmonary tuberculosis sputum collection.
• To ensure the material is accurate, clear, and easy to understand for patients.
• To improve the quality of sputum samples for TB diagnosis.

Main Methods:

• A methodological study involving four phases: project design, literature review, material development, and validity assessment.
• Content and appearance validity were assessed using the Content Validity Index (CVI), Kappa Coefficient, and Suitability Assessment of Materials (SAM).
• Expert judges evaluated the educational folder for accuracy, clarity, and suitability.

Main Results:

• An educational folder detailing recommended steps for quality sputum collection was successfully developed.
• The folder achieved an overall Content Validity Index (CVI) of 0.90, indicating strong expert agreement.
• High inter-rater reliability was demonstrated with a total Kappa of 0.83, and the material showed superior suitability.

Conclusions:

• The developed educational folder is valid, reliable, and suitable for its intended purpose.
• Its simple, attractive language, illustrations, and layout enhance user comprehension and engagement.
• The material has significant potential to improve sputum collection accuracy, thereby aiding correct tuberculosis diagnosis.