In the realm of nursing, reliability refers to the consistency and dependability of a measurement tool or method. If a particular instrument or procedure yields the same results under consistent conditions, it is considered reliable.
Types of Reliability
Test-Retest Reliability: This type evaluates the consistency of results when the same test is administered on two different occasions. Inter-Rater Reliability: This measures the level of agreement between different raters or observers assessing the same phenomenon. Internal Consistency: This assesses the extent to which items within a test measure the same construct.
