Development of the Arabic language readiness to Stop Smoking Questionnaire A-RSSQ.
OBJECTIVE
To develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of an Arabic language version of the "Smoking and Women Questionnaire" (SWQ) for men and women.


METHODS
The core elements of the SWQ were translated into Arabic, back-translated, and pilot tested to ascertain cultural sensitivity and appropriateness for both men and women in the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR). A convenience sample (N = 260) of smoking and nonsmoking adults completed a demographic sheet and the Arabic Readiness to Stop Smoking Questionnaire (A-RSSQ). Pre- and post tests were conducted on a smaller sample.


METHODS
Researchers used methods to assure accuracy of content and understanding of concepts across cultures. Cronbach's alpha and Pearson's correlation coefficients were calculated to evaluate instrument development.


RESULTS
The scale showed internal consistency. Pre- and post test stability was supportive of respondents' consistent attitudes over 2 weeks at both the item and scale level. Construct validity was shown for both men and women in that scores for smokers were significantly lower than for nonsmokers. The alpha reliability coefficient was .78 for the total scale.


CONCLUSIONS
The A-RSSQ showed initial reliability and validity for men and women. It is useful as a cost-effective means for identifying people in the EMR who are ready to stop smoking.
Haddad
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Faculty of Nursing, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan.
Hoeman
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SP
D000328:Adult; D018912:Arabs; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007597:Jordan; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D015203:Reproducibility of Results; D016540:Smoking Cessation / Q000523:psychology*; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D014175:Translating