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Psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the Readiness for Hospital Discharge Scale-Parent Form (Ped-RHDS)

Meral Bayram1, Burcu Aykanat Girgin2

  • 1Sancaktepe Şehit Dr. İlhan Varank Research and Training Hospital Sancaktepe, Istanbul, Turkey.

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
|March 13, 2024
PubMed

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This study validated the Turkish Readiness for Hospital Discharge Scale-Parent Form (Ped-RHDS) for assessing parental readiness for pediatric hospital discharge. The validated scale aids in preventing readmissions by ensuring preparedness.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric healthcare
  • Nursing research
  • Health outcomes

Background:

  • Objective evaluation of parental readiness for pediatric hospital discharge is crucial for preventing readmissions.
  • This study focused on validating the Turkish version of the Readiness for Hospital Discharge Scale-Parent Form (Ped-RHDS).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the validity and reliability of the Turkish Ped-RHDS for assessing parental discharge readiness in pediatric patients in Turkey.
  • To establish an objective measure for parental preparedness before child hospital discharge.

Main Methods:

  • The study included 160 parents of children from pediatric surgery and pediatric departments.
  • Analyses included Cronbach's alpha, exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses, item-total correlation, and criterion validity.
  • The Turkish Ped-RHDS was assessed for its psychometric properties.

Main Results:

  • The Turkish Ped-RHDS, comprising 26 items across 5 factors, explained 52.212% of the total variance.
  • The scale demonstrated good reliability (Cronbach's alpha = 0.842) and validity.
  • Factor loadings and fit indices supported the scale's structure, with weak correlation to post-discharge coping.

Conclusions:

  • The Turkish Ped-RHDS is a valid and reliable tool for assessing parental readiness for pediatric hospital discharge.
  • Healthcare professionals can utilize this scale to improve discharge planning and patient outcomes.
  • Integration of the Turkish Ped-RHDS into standard practice is recommended for pediatric discharge assessments.
Abstract

Keywords:
AssessmentDischargeParentsReadinessValidity

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