Validation of pediatric sleep questionnaire translated in Urdu language | [Pakistan Orthodontic Journal • 2021]

Author(s):

1. Zainab Hayyat Raja: Department of Orthodontics, Margalla Institute of Health Sciences., Rawalpindi, Pakistan

2. Kausar Ilyas: Department of Orthodontics, Margalla Institute of Health Sciences, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

3. Mehwish Shaheed: Department of Orthodontics, Margalla Institute of Health Sciences, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Abstract:

Introduction: Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) is an intrinsic sleep disturbance which can have serious health consequences if left untreated. Pediatric Sleep Questionnairesleep related breathing disorder (PSQ-SRBD) scale is a valid and reliable tool for screening of patients with a predisposition towards this condition. This study aimed to translate and validate the questionnaire to Urdu language; so that it may be used in clinical settings by pediatricians, orthodontists, general dentists and general physicians alike. Material and methods: Established guidelines by Beaton et al were used for translation of the questionnaire. Pearson correlation and interclass correlation coefficient were applied to determine test-retest reproducibility. Cronbach alpha and exploratory factor analysis were used to determine the internal consistency and construct validity of the translated questionnaire. Results: The results showed good test-retest reproducibility. Cronbach alpha was 0.651 indicating high internal consistency. Conclusions: PSQ-SRBD has been successfully translated and cross-culturally adapted to Urdu language; and has been found to be valid and reliable statistically.

Page(s): 59-66

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Published: Journal: Pakistan Orthodontic Journal, Volume: 13, Issue: 2, Year: 2021

Keywords:

orthodontists , Obstructive sleep apnea , Questionnaire

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