Factor 1 - Information Sharing (9 items) Cronbach's alpha = 0.920 |
3 |
I was given adequate information about prenatal tests and procedures |
0.743 |
2.805 |
-0.292 |
6 |
I was always given honest answers to my questions |
0.628 |
1.800 |
-0.691 |
11 |
Everyone involved in my prenatal care received the important information about me |
0.796 |
3.179 |
0.717 |
17 |
I was screened adequately for potential problems with my pregnancy |
0.762 |
3.006 |
0.022 |
22 |
The results of tests were explained to me in a way I could understand |
0.723 |
2.509 |
1.447 |
33 |
My prenatal care provider(s) gave straightforward answers to my questions |
0.798 |
3.603 |
-0.412 |
39 |
My prenatal care provider(s) gave me enough information to make decisions for myself |
0.703 |
2.540 |
1.534 |
43 |
My prenatal care provider(s) kept my information confidential |
0.549 |
1.453 |
-0.179 |
45 |
I fully understood the reasons for blood work and other tests my prenatal care provider(s) ordered for me |
0.703 |
2.449 |
-0.289 |
Factor 2 - Anticipatory Guidance (11 items) Cronbach's alpha = 0.876 |
2 |
My prenatal care provider(s) gave me options for my birth experience |
0.832 |
4.109 |
-0.612 |
4 |
I was given enough information to meet my needs about breastfeeding |
0.475 |
1.307 |
0.606 |
10 |
My prenatal care provider(s) prepared me for my birth experience |
0.806 |
4.627 |
0.393 |
13 |
My prenatal care provider(s) spent time talking with me about my expectations for labor and delivery |
0.774 |
2.783 |
-1.086 |
16 |
I was given enough information about the safety of moderate exercise during pregnancy |
0.723 |
2.176 |
-0.628 |
20 |
I received adequate information about my diet during pregnancy |
0.445 |
1.108 |
0.863 |
24 |
My prenatal care provider(s) was interested in how my pregnancy was affecting my life |
0.740 |
3.119 |
0.596 |
27 |
I was linked to programs in the community that were helpful to me |
0.375 |
0.737 |
-1.879 |
31 |
I received adequate information about alcohol use during pregnancy |
0.401 |
0.944 |
1.581 |
42 |
I was given adequate information about depression in pregnancy |
0.468 |
1.065 |
-2.408 |
46 |
My prenatal care provider(s) took time to ask about things that were important to me |
0.726 |
2.585 |
-1.180 |
Factor 3 - Sufficient Time (5 items) Cronbach's alpha = 0.863 |
1 |
I had as much time with my prenatal care provider(s) as I needed |
0.678 |
1.922 |
-0.827 |
8 |
My prenatal care provider(s) was rushed |
0.619 |
1.627 |
0.408 |
18 |
My prenatal care provider(s) always had time to answer my questions |
0.808 |
3.126 |
-2.378 |
30 |
My prenatal care provider(s) made time for me to talk |
0.747 |
2.298 |
-0.661 |
44 |
My prenatal care provider(s) took time to listen |
0.714 |
2.228 |
-0.465 |
Factor 4 - Approachability (4 items) Cronbach's alpha = 0.778 |
15 |
My prenatal care provider(s) was abrupt with me |
0.444 |
1.158 |
2.153 |
23 |
I was rushed during my prenatal care visits |
0.692 |
2.201 |
-0.089 |
28 |
My prenatal care provider(s) made me feel like I was wasting their time |
0.583 |
1.383 |
-0.103 |
40 |
I was afraid to ask my prenatal care provider(s) questions |
0.645 |
1.678 |
2.006 |
Factor 5 - Availability (5 items) Cronbach's alpha = 0.843 |
9 |
I knew how to get in touch with my prenatal care provider(s) |
0.613 |
1.413 |
-0.728 |
12 |
Someone in my prenatal care provider(s)'s office always returned my calls |
0.587 |
1.374 |
-2.666 |
32 |
My prenatal care provider(s) was available when I had questions or concerns |
0.692 |
1.935 |
0.175 |
35 |
I could always reach someone in the office/clinic if I needed something |
0.576 |
1.272 |
-0.476 |
38 |
I could reach my prenatal care provider(s) by phone when necessary |
0.618 |
1.540 |
-1.646 |
Factor 6 - Support and Respect (12 items) Cronbach's alpha = 0.938 |
5 |
My prenatal care provider(s) respected me |
0.402 |
1.063 |
0.892 |
7 |
My prenatal care provider(s) respected my knowledge and experience |
0.746 |
3.097 |
0.534 |
14 |
My decisions were respected by my prenatal care provider(s) |
0.843 |
4.786 |
1.915 |
19 |
My prenatal care provider(s) was patient |
0.601 |
1.575 |
-0.198 |
21 |
I was supported by my prenatal care provider(s) in doing what I felt was right for me |
0.825 |
4.742 |
-2.214 |
25 |
My prenatal care provider(s) supported me |
0.753 |
3.191 |
-0.567 |
26 |
My prenatal care provider(s) paid close attention when I was speaking |
0.750 |
2.316 |
0.203 |
29 |
My concerns were taken seriously |
0.736 |
2.647 |
1.018 |
34 |
I was in control of the decisions being made about my prenatal care |
0.788 |
3.630 |
-1.887 |
36 |
My prenatal care provider(s) supported my decisions |
0.808 |
3.938 |
-0.106 |
37 |
I was at ease with my prenatal care provider(s) |
0.716 |
2.485 |
1.042 |
41 |
My values and beliefs were respected by my prenatal care provider(s) |
0.727 |
2.804 |
-0.476 |