Table 3.
Items, factor loadings, Cronbach’s alpha, and observed variances *.
| Dimension | Item | Factor Loading |
|---|---|---|
| The acceptance of the rehabilitation center % of variance = 11.71 Cronbach’s alpha: 0.814 |
(1) I know that cardiac rehabilitation is beneficial for my health. | 0.263 |
| (2) My admission in the rehabilitation center was conducted harshly. | 0.448 | |
| (3) In my opinion, the environment of rehabilitation center is fun. | 0.71 | |
| (6) Staff of the rehabilitation center are experts and educated professionals. | 0.678 | |
| (7) Staff of the rehabilitation team can perfectly supervise me during the program. | 0.655 | |
| (8) The rehabilitation program provides me with adequate facilities and equipment. | 0.481 | |
| (15) Participating in the program has a positive effect on my mood. | 0.572 | |
| (18) I like other participants in the program, because we have similar problems and interests. | 0.41 | |
| (28) I was referred to the program quickly after being diagnosed with the heart disease. | 0.434 | |
| (32) Following instructions given by the cardiac rehabilitation team is the best way to stop my disease progression. | 0.523 | |
| (39) Communicating with the rehabilitation team creates a sense of ability in me. | 0.422 | |
| (41) My participation in the program makes other to feel that I am disabled. | 0.403 | |
| (43) I always pay attention to the recommendations of cardiac rehabilitation nurses. | 0.584 | |
| (50) In my opinion, the services provided in this rehabilitation center are adequate. | 0.385 | |
| (51) The schedule of classes in the rehabilitation center is not suitable for me. | 0.62 | |
| (57) The rehabilitation center always pays attention to my satisfaction. | 0.364 | |
| (59) My condition has been paid attention to in the offered program. | 0.431 | |
| (67) I believe that the heart disease cannot beat me. | 0.573 | |
| (70) I consider cardiac rehabilitation as a kind of fun. | 0.451 | |
| Being interested in health % of variance = 21.93 Cronbach’s alpha: 0.723 |
(12) I consider my condition appropriate to continue participation in the cardiac rehabilitation program. | 0.516 |
| (29) In my opinion, my heart condition can be improved by the program. | 0.502 | |
| (37) My family also participates in the program organized by the rehabilitation center. | 0.452 | |
| (40) My friends often encourage me to continue rehabilitation. | 0.591 | |
| (53) I am uninterested in participating in long-term programs. | 0.408 | |
| (55) Nobody notices my success in the program. | 0.388 | |
| (56) I think that relaxation training classes in the rehabilitation center is useful for me. | 0.473 | |
| (60) Recommendation of attendance to the program by the rehabilitation team increases my interest to the program. | 0.55 | |
| (63) I am sure that if I leave the program, my heart problems will return. | 0.548 | |
| (64) In my opinion, the program should be lifelong and permanent. | 0.484 | |
| (65) I have received enough information about medications through the program. | 0.635 | |
| (66) I will continue the program even if my heart condition is improved. | 0.445 | |
| (69) As required, I can have a medical visit in the rehabilitation center. | 0.486 | |
| Feeling a need % of variance = 30.69 Cronbach’s alpha: 0.802 |
(13) I do not have enough time to participate in rehabilitation. | 0.586 |
| (16) I do not like team sport. | 0.471 | |
| (17) I am sure that I can manage heart problems alone and I do not need cardiac rehabilitation. | 0.575 | |
| (20) I am not interested in exercise. | 0.517 | |
| (21) The physician did not tell me that I need to continue the program. | 0.555 | |
| (22) I have recovered and I do not need the program anymore. | 0.545 | |
| (24) I dislike attending training classes. | 0.67 | |
| (30) I am directly responsible for my disease problems and I do not need help from others. | 0.566 | |
| (33) I am not in the mood for adherence to a strict diet regimen. | 0.63 | |
| Personal control over the situation % of variance = 39.38 Cronbach’s alpha: 0.843 |
(10) The cost of cardiac rehabilitation is high for me. | 0.577 |
| (23) I cannot participate in the program because I suffer from other diseases. | 0.762 | |
| (25) In my opinion, I do not need to follow the program in an orderly and regular manner. | 0.713 | |
| (31) I do not need to continue the program because my heart problems are not serious. | 0.521 | |
| (35) I think the program can be implemented without the supervision of healthcare staff. | 0.708 | |
| (38) I prefer to follow the program in my own home rather than to go to a rehabilitation center. | 0.62 | |
| (42) The lack of coordination between the members of the cardiac rehabilitation team leads me to give up participation in the program. | 0.488 | |
| (44) The program is difficult for me. | 0.51 | |
| (47) The recommended diet regime is difficult for me in terms of performance (cost and access). | 0.442 | |
| (58) The cardiac program offered in this center is very complicated. | 0.513 | |
| (62) I am able to observe my program in all conditions. | 0.073 | |
| (68) I struggle to use drugs regularly. | 0.597 | |
| Encouragement and advice % of variance = 45.22 Cronbach’s alpha: 0.612 |
(26) The cardiac rehabilitation team encourages me to continue rehabilitation. | 0.466 |
| (46) I do not understand the various aspects of the program. | 0.681 | |
| (54) There is no adaptation between my culture and provided recommendations in the rehabilitation center. | 0.663 | |
| (49) It is difficult for me to access the cardiac rehabilitation center. | 0.505 |
* The permission to use the CRAT in future studies is granted by the authors ONLY with a full citation to this article.