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Table 2 Pattern matrix of the principal components analysis (promax rotation)

From: Assessing basic life support skills without an instructor: is it possible?

Item

Variable

Component

1 Organisation

2 Usability

12

The instruction was clear and plain.

0.83

0.02

3

The instructions of the test were sufficiently clear.

0.78

0.01

4

During the application of the automated testing station I always knew what to do.

0.78

0.05

14

The computer support was relevant.

0.77

−0.03

15

The organisation of the test was effective.

0.76

−0.06

5

I was prompted to start the test at the right moment.

0.75

0.01

2

The goals of the test were sufficiently clear.

0.71

−0.03

6

During the session, I knew clearly what I was doing.

0.71

0.09

1

The automated testing station was easy to use.

0.71

−0.04

16

The organisation of the test was convenient.

0.69

0.05

11

During the test procedure I was sufficiently guided.

0.61

0.10

13

The accompanying text was very helpful.

0.57

−0.09

10

The test was relevant to assess the goals of the course.

−0.18

0.88

17

To me, the automated testing station is a good way to assess my skills.

−0.03

0.85

18

I prefer the automated testing station to an instructor-led test.

−0.16

0.77

20

The testing of my performance connected to what I had learned.

−0.02

0.76

19

The aids used (computer, video, manikin) were appropriate.

0.33

0.52

7

The skills that were tested correspond to what I had learned.

0.22

0.48

8

The test lasted long enough to evaluate my abilities.

0.10

0.45

9

The test was too long and was causing fatigue in the end (R).

0.23

−0.10

  1. Note: Values >0.40 are highlighted for ease of interpretation. Item 9 was reversed (R) for the principal components analysis.