Psychometric Evaluation of the D-Catch,an Instrument to Measure the Accuracy of Nursing Documentation

Abstract

Purpose

To evaluate the psychometric properties of the D-Catch instrument.

Methods

A cross-sectional methodological study. Validity and reliability were estimated with confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and internal consistency and inter-rater reliability, respectively.

Findings

A sample of 250 nursing documentations was selected. CFA showed the adequacy of a 1-factor model (chronologically descriptive accuracy) with an outlier item (nursing diagnosis accuracy). Internal consistency and inter-rater reliability were adequate.

Conclusions

The D-Catch is a valid and reliable instrument for measuring the accuracy of nursing documentation. Caution is needed when measuring diagnostic accuracy since only one item measures this dimension.

Implications for Nursing Practice

The D-Catch can be used as an indicator of the accuracy of nursing documentation and the quality of nursing care.

Keywords

D-Catch instrument factor analysis nursing documentation nursing documentation accuracy psychometrics

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