A researcher who is developing a new instrument to measure pain has been informed that the instrument has face validity. The researcher's next step should be to do what?
a. Use the instrument in a parent study.
b. Use the instrument in a pilot study.
c. Assess the reliability of the instrument.
d. Assess the content validity of the instrument.
ANS: D
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A The findings would be in question if this were the next step.
B Another step should be taken before testing is done.
C Reliability testing is not the next step; establishing greater validity should occur first.
D The next step is content validity established through literature and expert judges.
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