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An Instructional Module for Functional Dissociative Seizures (FDS) in Hindi: Enhancing Communication and Management
Manjari Tripathi1, Sandhya Sharma1, Avinash Ganapule1
1Department of Neurology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology
|October 22, 2024
Summary
A new Hindi instructional module for functional dissociative seizures (FDS) was developed to improve diagnosis communication and management for clinicians, patients, and caregivers in India. This resource aims to bridge the care gap for FDS.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
- Medical Education
Background:
- Functional dissociative seizures (FDS) are prevalent in neurology clinics, presenting a diagnostic and management challenge due to limited resources in India.
- A significant gap exists in care for FDS, impacting clinicians, patients, and caregivers.
- There is a need for culturally and linguistically appropriate educational tools to address these challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an instructional module on functional dissociative seizures (FDS) in Hindi.
- To enhance the communication of FDS diagnosis and management strategies.
- To provide a tailored resource for clinicians, patients, and caregivers in the Indian context.
Main Methods:
- The module was developed based on clinical insights and expert consensus.
- Standard translation processes ensured linguistic and cultural accuracy.
- A panel of 15 validators (13 neurologists, 2 psychiatrists) assessed the module's content validity using a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire.
Main Results:
- The instructional module demonstrated high content validity, with an item level-content validity index (I-CVI) of 0.98 and a scale-level content validity index (S-CVI) of 0.97.
- Validators showed strong agreement on the module's completeness, understandability, legibility, clarity, and usefulness.
- High inter-rater reliability was confirmed through content validity ratio and modified kappa statistics.
Conclusions:
- The Hindi instructional module for FDS is a validated and valuable tool for improving diagnostic communication and dispelling misconceptions.
- It serves as a comprehensive resource for clinicians, patients, and caregivers, addressing a critical need in India.
- The module has the potential to significantly improve the care and management of functional dissociative seizures.
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