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Psychometric Testing of the Filipino Version of the Clients' Perceptions of Providers' Cultural Competency Instrument
Ryan Q de Torres1, Dula F Pacquiao2, Peijia Zha3
1College of Nursing, University of the Philippines Manila, Philippines.
Abstract:
Background and Purpose: Cultural competence is significant in addressing the health needs of vulnerable populations. This study conducted psychometric testing of a cultural competency instrument in the Philippines. Methods: Brislin's translation and a cross-sectional online design were used. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) with varimax rotation examined construct validity of the 23-item scale among 157 adult LGBTQ+ residents. The scale revealed overall reliability (α = .85) including two subscales (α = .87, α = .81, and α = .61). The EFA yielded three theoretical factorial solutions. Conclusion: The Filipino version of the instrument demonstrated reliability and validity. Measuring clients' perceptions of provider and organizational cultural competency can improve the utilization of healthcare in Filipino LGBTQ+ communities. Future research will examine the dimensional structures of the instrument among expanded LGBTQ+ communities.
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