The Development and Evaluation of a Scale to Measure Professional Values in Radiologic Technology

摘要

Purpose To develop an instrument to measure professional values in radiologic technology. Methods The original Professionalism in Physical Therapy Core Values Self-Assessment instrument was modified into the Radiologic Technologists' Perceptions of Professional Values Scale (RTPPVS), which had 61 items. Psychometric analysis was used to produce the final 34-item scale. Results The psychometric properties of the scale were examined using factor analysis and item analysis. The scale was refined using factor analysis to produce the final 34-item scale. Discussion A factor analysis was performed on the RTPPVS and the scale was revised from 61 items to 34 items and renamed as the Haynes Scale of Professionalism for Radiologic Technology. The results of this study provide psychometric support for a professionalism scale for radiologic technology, which can be used as an assessment instrument for radiologic science educational programs and technologists. Conclusion An instrument was created to measure professionalism in radiologic technology. Professional values encourage consistent patterns of behaviors, which are internal motivations to do the right thing. Adopting professional values stimulates the appropriate professional conduct, thereby supporting the legal, ethical, and regulatory standards.