If You Wanted to Determine If a Scale Is Relevant

question 106

Multiple Choice

If you wanted to determine if a scale is relevant to an outcome or behavior you would be interested in:

• A) construct validity.
• B) discriminate validity.
• C) criterion validity.
• D) predictive validity .

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Definitions:

Treatment Adherence

The extent to which a person's behavior corresponds with agreed recommendations from a healthcare provider concerning medications, therapies, and lifestyle changes.

Multiple Medications

The practice of taking several drugs concurrently, often to manage various conditions or diseases, which can raise considerations for interactions and side effects.

Discharged

The formal release of a patient from a hospital or healthcare facility after completing treatment.

Moderate-to-Vigorous-Intensity

A level of physical activity that elevates the heart rate and breathing, considered beneficial for cardiovascular health.