Psychometric qualities of the rand 36-item health survey 1.0: A multidimensional measure of general health status

Developments in patient activation of people with chronic illness and the impact of changes in self-reported health: results of a nationwide longitudinal study in The Netherlands

“…Self-rated health was assessed by the validated Dutch version of the SF-36 general health scale [19][20][21]. The scale consists of five items, each scored on a five-point response format (1)(2)(3)(4)(5).…”

About Cats and Dogs … Reconsidering the Relationship Between Pet Ownership and Health Related Outcomes in Community-Dwelling Elderly

“…Perceived general health was assessed by one item of the RAND-36 Short-form Health Status Survey (Ware and Sherbourne 1992; Dutch validated version of van der Zee et al 1996). This item is: 'In general, would you say your health is …?…”

Tailored Therapist-Guided Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Psoriasis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

“…The primary outcome was the impact of psoriasis on daily life, measured on three domains, for which total scores were computed (composite scores: the overall average of normalized (z-)scores of the questionnaires included in each domain): (1) psychological functioning, consisting of negative mood (ISDL) [40], anxiety (ISDL) [40], and depressive symptoms (Beck Depression Inventory) [46,47]; (2) physical functioning, consisting of itch (ISDL) [40] and fatigue (Checklist Individual Strength) [48]; and (3) impact on daily activities, consisting of role limitations due to physical health problems and role limitations due to emotional problems (RAND-36 Health Status Inventory) [49,50]. Secondary outcomes consisted of clinician-rated (Psoriasis Area and Severity Index, PASI) [51] and self-reported disease severity (self-administered PASI) [52], and dermatological treatment compliance.…”