Journal mondial des études infirmières et médico-légales

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The Development of the Nursing Support Scale for Preterm Infant Mothers

Tom Williams

Many studies have maintained that nursing support is important and essential for mothers of preterm infants; but, the perceived nursing support for mothers of preterm infants has not been sufficiently measured. This study aimed to develop a perceived nursing support scale for mothers of preterm infants (PNSS-MP). The preliminary things of the PNSS-MP were developed through a literature review and in-depth interviews with mothers of preterm infants. Content and face validities were assessed by consultants and mothers of preterm infants. A pilot study was conducted to substantiate the feasibleness and comprehension of the size. To validate the PNSS-MP, 223 mothers of preterm infants were surveyed. Explorative issue analyses were performed to substantiate construct validity. Focused and discriminant validities were analyzed employing a multitrait-multimethod (MTMM) matrix. Responsibility was tested by conniving Cronbach’s α and performing arts split-half testing. The PNSS-MP adequately mirrored the baby medical aid unit (NICU) in Asian nation. In addition, the PNSS-MP established comparatively valid and reliable; so, it is accustomed live nursing support within the ICU.