Consider whether you need a specific test that has been used before with your population. Do you have flexibility in your choice, as there are many different tests that measure the same constructs such as stress, anxiety, pain and you may want to compare various factors of the test to make a selection.
Test Characteristics to Consider:
These characteristics would be addressed in a test review resource or in the literature describing the development of the test. For a overview, see the American Psychological Association's FAQ on "Finding Information about Psychological Tests."
As a researcher who may potentially publish your findings, you are responsible for ensuring that you have permission to use a test for your research. You will need to contact the author or publisher, identifying yourself and how you plan to use the test. While some tests may be used with permission at no charge, most psychological and educational tests must be purchased directly from the publisher -- in part this is so the publisher can first determine if the purchaser is qualified and competent to administer and interpret the test.
Intelligent Research Design: a guide for beginning researchers in the social sciences by 
Principles of Research Design in the Social Sciences by 
When to Use What Research Design by 
Adapting Educational and Psychological Tests for Cross-Cultural Assessment by 
Communication Research Measures II by 
Encyclopedia of Psychological Assessment by 
Handbook of Psychological Assessment by 
Learning to Use Statistical Skills in Psychology by 
Psychological Testing by
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