Abstract
BackgroundWe examined the validity and reliability of the previously developed criterion-referenced assessment checklist (AC) and global rating scale (GRS) to assess performance in ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia (UGRA). MethodsTwenty-one anaesthetists' single, real-time UGRA procedures (total: 21 blocks) were assessed using a 22-item AC and a 9-item GRS scored on 3-point and 5-point Likert scales, respectively. We used one-way analysis of variance to compare the assessment scores between three groups (Group 1: ≤30 blocks in the preceding year; Group 2: 31–100; and Group 3: >100). The concurrent validity was evaluated using Pearson's correlation (r). We calculated Type A intra-class correlation coefficient using an absolute-agreement definition in two-way random effects model, and inter-rater reliability using an absolute agreement between raters. The inter-item consistency was assessed by Cronbach's α. ResultsThe greater UGRA experience in the preceding year was associated with better AC [F (2, 18) 12.01; P<0.001] and GRS [F (2, 18) 7.44; P=0.004] scores. There was a strong correlation between the mean AC and GRS scores [r=0.73 (P<0.001)], and a strong inter-item consistency for AC (α=0.94) and GRS (α=0.83). The intra-class correlation coefficient (95% confidence interval) and inter-rater reliability (95% confidence interval) for AC were 0.96 (0.95–0.96) and 0.91 (0.88–0.95), respectively, and 0.93 (0.90–0.94) and 0.80 (0.74–0.86) for GRS. ConclusionsBoth assessments differentiated between individuals who had performed fewer (≤30) and many (>100) blocks in the preceding year, supporting construct validity. It also established concurrent validity and overall reliability. We recommend that both tools can be used in UGRA assessment.
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