Table 2.

Bicultural Efficacy in Health Management (BEFF-HM) Scale Items

Item
Maintaining Family and Social Relations in the U.S.
To have family closeness and interpersonal warmth in your daily life.
To maintain close ties and relationships in your family.
To deal with family expectations and obligations.
Utilizing Health Care System in the U.S.
To schedule an appointment with a doctor.
To receive the health care that you need.
To communicate your health concerns with your doctor.
To understand your doctor’s medical advice and health recommendations.
Dealing with New Language and Lifestyle in the U.S.
To deal with unfamiliar American foods.
To deal with a new lifestyle in America.
To cope with situations in which the English language is a barrier.

Note. All scale items begin with, “How sure are you that you can do what you need:”