Translation, validation and cultural adaptation of the Arabic version of the HIV knowledge questionnaire (HIV-Kq-18)

Terra, Mohamed; Baklola, Mohamed; Hasabo, Elfatih A.; Shaheen, Dina Gamal; El‐Gilany, Abdel‐Hady

doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0284542

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“…HIV knowledge was measured by an HIV knowledge questionnaire (HIV-KQ-18), which has been validated among various population [ 51 , 52 ]. This scale consists of 18 judgment questions, with the answer options for questions on HIV knowledge being “true”, “false” or “don’t know”.…”

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Willingness to use long-acting injectable PrEP among HIV-negative/unknown men who have sex with men in mainland China: A cross-sectional online survey

Fu,

Dai,

Wang

et al. 2023

PLoS ONE

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Background Men who have sex with men (MSM) are at high risk of HIV acquisition. Long-acting injectable-pre-exposure prophylaxis (LAI-PrEP), requiring less frequent dosing, is being studied as an alternative method to daily oral HIV PrEP. With the addition of this potential new prevention method, it expands the scope for a wider user choice and is expected to increase the acceptability and uptake of HIV prevention measures. The aim of our study was to explore the willingness to use LAI-PrEP and associated influential factors. Methods Participants were recruited from December 2020 to March 2021 through banner advertisements on web- and mobile app-based platforms on Blued, a large gay Chinese social media platform. MSM in our cross-sectional study was HIV-negative and currently lived in mainland China. Participants were asked about their willingness to use LAI-PrEP and reasons why they might be or not be willing to use LAI-PrEP. Multivariable logistic regression was used to analyze the factors associated with the willingness to use LAI-PrEP. Results In total, 969 participants met the inclusion criteria and finished the survey. Nearly twenty percent (19.5%) of participants had never tested for HIV; 66.8% of MSM had multiple male partners; and 51.6% of MSM engaged in condomless sex with their partner. About three-fifths (66.3%) of MSM were aware of PrEP, and only 3.9% of MSM had used PrEP before. The willingness to use LAI-PrEP among MSM was 74.0% (95% CI: 71.4%-76.6%). MSM with higher education levels were less likely to show a willingness to use LAI-PrEP (AOR = 0.56, 95%CI: 0.38–0.84). Participants who had a history of HIV test (AOR = 1.68, 95%CI: 1.11–2.55), were willing to use daily oral PrEP (AOR = 10.64, 95%CI:7.43–15.21), had multiple male sexual partners (AOR = 1.33, 95%CI:0.93–1.90), who used rush popper(AOR = 1.49, 95%CI:1.05–2.13), and who were aware of PEP (AOR = 1.66, 95%CI: 1.02–2.70) were more likely to show willingness to use LAI-PrEP. Conclusions In our study, MSM had quite high awareness but low uptake of PrEP. As LAI-PrEP is expected to be approved for use in China in the future, our study of MSM highlights the need for key population-focused education programs about PrEP and healthy sexual behavior. This study also provides some evidence for LAI-PrEP use among the Chinese MSM population in the future.

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Willingness to use long-acting injectable PrEP among HIV-negative/unknown men who have sex with men in mainland China: A cross-sectional online survey

Fu,

Dai,

Wang

et al. 2023

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“…This instrument is stable, internally consistent, sensitive to change resulting from intervention, and suitable for the low-literacy community [20,21]. The HIV-KQ-18 instrument has been validated in several languages, including Indonesian [20], Arabic [22], South Africa [23], and Portugal [24].…”

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The knowledge mapping of HIV/AIDS in Indonesians living on six major islands using the Indonesian version of the HIV-KQ-18 instrument

Arifin,

Rokhman,

Zulkarnain

et al. 2023

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Indonesia’s total number of HIV/AIDS cases is still high. Inadequate knowledge about the risk of HIV infection will influence HIV prevention and therapy. This study aimed to map the level of HIV-related knowledge among Indonesians living on six major islands in Indonesia and investigate the relationship between socio-demographic characteristics and HIV/AIDS knowledge. This cross-sectional study used the Bahasa Indonesia version of the HIV Knowledge Questionnaire-18 items (HIV-KQ-18) Instrument. Data collection was done online through the Google form application. A total of 5,364 participants were recruited. The participants from Java had the highest degree of HIV/AIDS knowledge, which was 12.5% higher than participants from Sumatra, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Papua, and Maluku. Linear regression showed that region, educational level, monthly expenditure, occupation, background in health sciences, and workshop attendance were significantly correlated with HIV knowledge. Participants typically understand that "HIV/AIDS transmission" only happens when sex partners are changed. Additionally, the government still needs improvement in HIV/AIDS education, particularly in the HIV incubation period, HIV transmission from pregnant women to the fetus, and condom use as one method of protection. There are disparities in HIV/AIDS knowledge levels among the major islands of Indonesia. Based on these findings, the government’s health promotion program to increase public awareness of HIV/AIDS must be implemented vigorously. Additionally, in line with our research findings, it is essential to broaden the scope of HIV/AIDS education and promotion materials.

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Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the 2021 Louisiana Needs Assessment Questionnaire for Arabic-speaking people living with HIV

Sultan,

Elweshahi,

Mohamed

et al. 2024

J. Egypt. Public. Health. Assoc.

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Background Despite the global decline in HIV infections and mortality worldwide, the HIV epidemic is still growing in the MENA region. In the region, People Living with HIV (PLWH) are facing many challenges related to cultural values, norms, and provided services which create significant obstacles to HIV prevention and control efforts. This study aimed to translate, culturally adapt, and validate the “2021 Louisiana Needs Assessment Questionnaire” for use among Egyptians and Arabic-speaking population. Methods Arabic translation and cultural adaptation of the questionnaire passed through five stages. The questionnaire was translated forward and backward then an expert committee reviewed the translated version. Another expert committee reviewed the developed version after modification to assess the content validity using the Content Validity Index (CVI). The last step included a cognitive interview of a convenient sample of 50 adult PLWH in five consecutive rounds to assess subjects’ understanding of questions and response items and their meanings. Results Modifications were carried out all through the translation and adaptation process of the questionnaire including used words, nomenclature of services, adding or omitting response items, and ordering of questions and response items. The synthesized Arabic-adapted questionnaire has adequate content validity and all questions are clearly understood by the studied subjects. The calculated Content Validity Index of all questionnaire items ranged from 0.82 to 1. Conclusion The developed culturally adapted questionnaire has adequate content validity/semantic appropriateness. It can be used to assess the needs of PLWH in the MENA region with minor adaptations to fit each country. It can also be used to follow the outcome and impact of implemented programs and services. Further research is recommended to assess its psychometric properties.

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Translation, validation and cultural adaptation of the Arabic version of the HIV knowledge questionnaire (HIV-Kq-18)

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References 16 publications

Willingness to use long-acting injectable PrEP among HIV-negative/unknown men who have sex with men in mainland China: A cross-sectional online survey

Willingness to use long-acting injectable PrEP among HIV-negative/unknown men who have sex with men in mainland China: A cross-sectional online survey

The knowledge mapping of HIV/AIDS in Indonesians living on six major islands using the Indonesian version of the HIV-KQ-18 instrument

Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the 2021 Louisiana Needs Assessment Questionnaire for Arabic-speaking people living with HIV

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