Aydoğdu, Ana Luiza Ferreira2026-07-162026-07-162026Aydoğdu, A. L. F. (2026). Development and initial validation of the perceived professional appreciation scale for nurses. Journal of Nursing Measurement, https://doi.org/10.1891/JNM-2025-01371061-37491945-7049https://doi.org/10.1891/JNM-2025-0137https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.13055/1543Background and Purpose: Despite the fundamental role nurses play in society, they often face a lack of appreciation. This study aimed to develop and validate an instrument to assess the perception of professional appreciation among nurses. Methods: The study followed a scale development design, which was conducted in three main phases. The psychometric testing was carried out with a sample of 338 nurses. Results: The scale proved to be a valid and reliable instrument, composed of 16 items grouped into two subdimensions: working conditions and institutional support; recognition and professional image. Conclusions: The scale exhibits solid psychometric attributes and can be used to evaluate the perception of professional appreciation among nurses.eninfo:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccessArticle10.1891/JNM-2025-0137Q4PMID: 42457363Q3