TABLE 5.
Reliability test and corrected item-total correlation of SCADS questionnaire based on the three-component solution obtained.
| Component | Item | Corrected item-total correlation | Cronbach’s alpha value (α) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha value of overall questionnaire = 0.707 | ||||
| Component 1 | Q4 | Verifying frequency of bDMARDs injection taken | 0.867 | 0.875 |
| Q3 | Claiming to inject bDMARDs according to prescribed frequency | 0.867 | ||
| Q2 | Verifying strength of bDMARDs taken | 0.628 | ||
| Component 2 | Q6 | Verifying the specific day or date of bDMARDs injection taken | 0.765 | 0.753 |
| Q5 | Claiming to inject bDMARDs according to specific day or date | 0.765 | ||
| Q7 | Forgetfulness in injecting bDMARDs | 0.405 | ||
| Q8 | Continue injecting bDMARDs even though feeling better with no joint pain | 0.342 | ||
| Component 3 | Q1 | Admitting injecting bDMARDs following the prescribed dose | -0.068 | 0.091 |
| Q9 | The commitment of having bDMARDs injection when traveling away from home | 0.076 | ||
| Q10 | Temporary discontinuation of bDMARDs when having an infection | 0.103 | ||