Abstract
ABSTRACT
 Objective:To perform an appearance, content and semantics validation of a procedures manual for the management of totally implanted vascular access device in cancer patients. Materials and Method:This is methodological research that used item response theory originated from the Psychometrics Theory in its validation process. This study was carried out in two steps: validation of appearance and content by expert nurses, and semantic validation by nurses who handle the catheter. The Concordance Index was considered valid with at least 80% of agreement among the assessors. Results:In the validation of appearance and content, only the item regarding to procedure in case of complications about the catheter reached concordance index of less than 80% and was rewrited according to the literature recommendations. In the semantic validation all items had a 100% of agreement. Conclusion:The manual was considered validated in terms of appearance, content and semantics, and it can be used as a teaching strategy for professional training of nurses who deal with cancer patients.
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