Comprehensive pre-dialysis discussions between providers and older adults over age 75 years are needed but often lacking. The aim of this study was to develop an instrument to assess behavioral determinants of nephrology provider use of comprehensive pre-dialysis discussions with older adults. Study design consisted of cross-sectional development of the instrument and preliminary psychometric evaluation. Items were based on an integrated literature review, expert clinician input, and the Theory of Planned Behavior. Nephrologists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants completed the instrument (n = 71). Baseline demographic data, exploratory factor analysis, and Cronbach’s alpha were analyzed. Initial factor analysis using principal components analysis and subsequent orthogonal rotation revealed loading on a four-factor model. Cronbach’s alphas for the instrument/items were 0.89/0.83 to 0.94. Variance explained by the four factors was 58%.

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Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate after you complete the evaluation.

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Editorial Board Disclosures:
Paula Dutka, MSN, RN, CNN, discloses that she is a consultant for Rockwell Medical.

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This article was reviewed and formatted for contact hour credit by Beth Ulrich, EdD, RN, FACHE, FAONL, FAAN, Nephrology Nursing Journal Editor-in-Chief, and Sally Russell, MN, CMSRN, CPP, ANNA Education Director.

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Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the learner, when participating in pre-dialysis discussions with adults over age 75 years, will apply study findings to inform future multidisciplinary shared decision-making discussions.

Norma Conner PhD, RN, FNAP

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