Table 2 Distribution and reliability of the scale variables
From: The propensity to adopt evidence-based practice among physical therapists
| Â | n of items | M | SD | M of items | Coefficient Alpha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dependent Variable | Â | Â | Â | Â | Â |
Propensity to adopt EBP using the evidence vs. experience scale | 8 | 31.9 | 6.1 | 4.0 | .83 |
Personal Characteristics | Â | Â | Â | Â | Â |
Self-management | 10 | 44.7 | 6.9 | 4.5 | .87 |
Desire for learning | 6 | 30.9 | 3.9 | 5.2 | .85 |
Self-control | 6 | 31.9 | 3.2 | 5.3 | .80 |
Nonconformity | 6 | 23.7 | 3.7 | 4.0 | .56 |
Practicality | 4 | 14.1 | 3.8 | 3.7 | .66 |
Characteristics of the Social System | Â | Â | Â | Â | Â |
Continuous learning | 3 | 12.9 | 3.4 | 4.3 | .79 |
Dialogue & inquiry | 3 | 13.6 | 3.2 | 4.5 | .87 |
Team learning | 3 | 12.5 | 3.3 | 4.3 | .81 |
Embedded systems | 3 | 10.7 | 3.5 | 3.6 | .79 |
Empowerment | 3 | 11.5 | 3.4 | 3.8 | .81 |
System connection | 3 | 12.3 | 3.3 | 4.1 | .80 |
Provide leadership | 3 | 12.8 | 3.7 | 4.2 | .89 |