Search for dissertations about: "Test and measurement predictive validity"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 swedish dissertations containing the words Test and measurement predictive validity.

  2. 1. A perfect score : Validity arguments for college admission tests

    Author : Per-Erik Lyrén; Christina Stage; Marie Wiberg; Simon Wolming; Stephen G. Sireci; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : college admission tests; SweSAT; validity; interpretive arguments; predictive validity; equating; item revisions; subscores;

    Abstract : College admission tests are of great importance for admissions systems in general and for candidates in particular. The SweSAT (Högskoleprovet in Swedish) has been used for college admission in Sweden for more than 30 years, and today it is alongside with the upper-secondary school GPA the most widely used instrument for selection of college applicants. READ MORE

  4. 2. Distal radioulnar joint: arthroplasty and strength assessments

    Author : Peter Axelsson; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Distal Radioulnar joint arthroplasty; Forearm torque and lifting strength measurements; Normative data; Reliability; Validity; Responsiveness;

    Abstract : The growing interest in distal radioulnar (DRUJ) disorders underlines the need for further improved evaluations of treatment outcome. Load-bearing and optimising torque are important features of the DRUJ, but they are rarely measured when assessing DRUJ interventions. READ MORE

  5. 3. Measurements in Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus : Computerized neuropsychological test battery and intracranial pulse waves

    Author : Anders Behrens; Jan Malm; Anders Eklund; Eva Elgh; Niklas Lenfeldt; Marianne Juhler; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Hydrocephalus; Normal Pressure; Neuropsychological tests; Neuropsychology; Reliability and validity; Software; Dementia; intracranial pressure; spinal puncture; cerebrospinal fluid pressure; pulse pressure waves; Blood flow velocity; Middle cerebral artery; Pulsatility index; Neurology; neurologi;

    Abstract : Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (INPH) is a condition affecting gait, cognition and continence. Radiological examination reveals enlarged ventricles of the brain. A shunt that drains CSF from the ventricles to the abdomen often improves the symptoms. READ MORE

  6. 4. Measurement and prediction of outcome. Application in fusion surgery for chronic low backpain. The Swedish lumbar spine study

    Author : Olle Hägg; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : Chronic low back pain; clinical outcome; global assessment; measurement; ; minimal clinically important difference; pain drawing; physical disability; predictors.;

    Abstract : Background: Outcome of surgery for chronic low back pain should be documented ina standardised and reproducible fashion to establish evidence of its benefit. Measurement of outcome requires validated instruments, which have the ability to detect functionalchanges perceived as beneficial by the patient. READ MORE

  7. 5. Assessment of balance control in relation to fall risk among older people

    Author : Ellinor Nordin; Lillemor Lundin-Olsson; Anna Ramnemark; Gun-Britt Jarnlo; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; older people; falls; interactive gait; TUG; GUG; balance confidence; likelihood ratio; validity; reliability; risk factors; assessment; balance; gait; mobility; physical function; dual-task costs; step width; Physiotherapy; Sjukgymnastik fysioterapi;

    Abstract : Falls and their consequences among older people are a serious medical and public health problem. Identifying individuals at risk of falling is therefore a major concern. READ MORE