The Psychometric Properties of a Developmental Screening Tool Are Important

question 9

Multiple Choice

The psychometric properties of a developmental screening tool are important to review before you administer screening tools in your primary care practice. What are the components of assessing the reliability of an instrument?

• A) Sensitivity and specificity
• B) Internal consistency, usually shown as a Cronbach's alpha coefficient
• C) Concurrent validity
• D) Predictive validity

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Definitions:

12-15 Months

A developmental period in infants characterized by rapid growth in mobility, communication skills, and the emergence of a sense of autonomy.

Individualist Cultures

Societies that emphasize personal achievements, independence, and self-expression over group goals and cohesion.

Insecure-resistant Behavior

A type of attachment characterized by strong anxiety and uncertainty in relationships, leading to clinginess and difficulty in being comforted.

Collectivist Cultures

Societies that prioritize group goals over individual aims, emphasizing interdependence and community.