Development of symptom assessments utilising item response theory and computer-adaptive testing—A practical method based on a systematic review

Walker, Jochen; Böhnke, Jan R.; Cerny, Thomas; Strasser, Florian

doi:10.1016/j.critrevonc.2009.03.007

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“…Approaches such as item response theory (IRT) modelling allow for survey respondents to receive differing sets of calibrated question items when measuring a common underlying construct (like health-related quality of life) [13]. Combined with technological advances, this allows for efficient individualised patient surveys though the use of computerised adaptive testing [14]. In clinical populations, CAT may reduce response burden, increase sensitivity to clinically important changes and provide greater precision (reducing sample size requirements) [13].…”

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Applying an extended theoretical framework for data collection mode to health services research

Robling

Ingledew

Greene

et al. 2010

BMC Health Serv Res

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BackgroundOver the last 30 years options for collecting self-reported data in health surveys and questionnaires have increased with technological advances. However, mode of data collection such as face-to-face interview or telephone interview can affect how individuals respond to questionnaires. This paper adapts a framework for understanding mode effects on response quality and applies it to a health research context.DiscussionData collection modes are distinguished by key features (whether the survey is self- or interviewer-administered, whether or not it is conducted by telephone, whether or not it is computerised, whether it is presented visually or aurally). Psychological appraisal of the survey request will initially entail factors such as the cognitive burden upon the respondent as well as more general considerations about participation. Subsequent psychological response processes will further determine how features of the data collection mode impact upon the quality of response provided. Additional antecedent factors which may further interact with the response generation process are also discussed. These include features of the construct being measured such as sensitivity, and of the respondent themselves (e.g. their socio-demographic characteristics). How features of this framework relate to health research is illustrated by example.SummaryMode features can affect response quality. Much existing evidence has a broad social sciences research base but is of importance to health research. Approaches to managing mode feature effects are discussed. Greater consideration must be given to how features of different data collection approaches affect response from participants in studies. Study reports should better clarify such features rather than rely upon global descriptions of data collection mode.

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Applying an extended theoretical framework for data collection mode to health services research

Robling

Ingledew

Greene

et al. 2010

BMC Health Serv Res

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“…However, these fixed-length short-form instruments have drawbacks (e.g., the reduction of questions brings a risk of losing important information that can result in a decline of measurement precision). 6,7 Additionally, because some items are not tailored to patients, the precision of the QoL measure is not maximized, and patients may feel a lack of interest in the QoL measure and stop completing the questionnaire.…”

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A Multidimensional Computerized Adaptive Short-Form Quality of Life Questionnaire Developed and Validated for Multiple Sclerosis

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“…23 Combined with technological advances, this allows for efficient individualised patient surveys through the use of computerised adaptive testing. 24 In clinical populations, CAT may reduce response burden, increase sensitivity to clinically important changes and provide greater precision (reducing sample size requirements). 23 Although IRT-driven CAT may be less beneficial where symptoms are being assessed by single survey items, more general computer-aided testing that mimics the normal clinical interview may be successfully used in combination with IRT-based CAT.…”

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Mode of data elicitation, acquisition and response to surveys: a systematic review.

Hood

Robling²,

Ingledew³

et al. 2012

Health Technol Assess

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Development of symptom assessments utilising item response theory and computer-adaptive testing—A practical method based on a systematic review

Cited by 27 publications

References 61 publications

Applying an extended theoretical framework for data collection mode to health services research

Applying an extended theoretical framework for data collection mode to health services research

A Multidimensional Computerized Adaptive Short-Form Quality of Life Questionnaire Developed and Validated for Multiple Sclerosis

Mode of data elicitation, acquisition and response to surveys: a systematic review.

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