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The Design and Validation of a Compassion Fatigue Scale in Peruvian Nurses
Renzo Felipe Carranza Esteban1, Oscar Mamani-Benito2, Josué E Turpo Chaparro3
1Grupo de Investigación Avances en Investigación Psicológica, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, Lima 15088, Peru.
Summary
A new scale, the Compassion Fatigue Scale (EFat-Com), was validated for Peruvian nurses. It demonstrates good psychometric properties for measuring compassion fatigue in healthcare research and practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Psychometrics
- Healthcare Research
Background:
- Compassion fatigue is a significant concern in nursing.
- Validating measurement tools is crucial for accurate assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and validate the Compassion Fatigue Scale (EFat-Com) for Peruvian nurses.
- To assess the psychometric properties of the EFat-Com.
Main Methods:
- A 13-item scale was developed using qualitative methods and expert review.
- The scale was administered to 201 nurses, along with depression and life satisfaction measures.
- Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were conducted.
Main Results:
- Factor analysis supported a two-factor model.
- The EFat-Com showed a positive correlation with depression but not life satisfaction.
- Internal consistency was high (total scale: 0.807).
Conclusions:
- The EFat-Com possesses adequate psychometric properties for use in research and clinical settings.
- The scale is reliable and valid for measuring compassion fatigue in Peruvian nurses.
- Further validation in diverse contexts is recommended.
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