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Revision and Psychometric Testing of the Intercultural Competence Scale
Hsiu-Chin Chen1, Jamie Russell2, Candice L Brunger2
1Utah Valley University, Orem, Utah, USA chenhs@uvu.edu.
Journal of Nursing Measurement
|June 23, 2023
Summary
This study evaluated the Intercultural Competence Scale (ICS), finding it a reliable tool for assessing cultural competence in nursing students. The modified 21-item scale provides a foundation for future instrument development.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Cross-cultural Psychology
- Psychometrics
Background:
- Numerous instruments exist to measure cultural competence.
- There is a need to validate and refine existing tools for accurate assessment.
- Ensuring the psychometric properties of these instruments is crucial for their effective adaptation and use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a psychometric evaluation of the Intercultural Competence Scale (ICS).
- To ensure the validity and reliability of the ICS for measuring cultural competence.
- To adapt existing instruments for assessing cultural competence.
Main Methods:
- Psychometric evaluation encompassing scale selection, construction, testing, and validation.
- Data analysis included item analysis, internal consistency reliability, and exploratory factor analysis.
- Longitudinal study design with 215 nursing students.
Main Results:
- The Intercultural Competence Scale (ICS) was modified into a 21-item tool.
- The study confirmed the validity and reliability of the modified ICS.
- Psychometric testing supported the scale's utility.
Conclusions:
- The modified 21-item ICS is a psychometrically sound instrument.
- This study provides a foundation for further research and development of cultural competence measures.
- The findings support the use of the ICS in nursing education and practice.
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