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Promoting health literacy

American Nurse

Evidence-based patient education guidelines Takeaways Health literacy relates to an individual’s ability to find, understand, and use healthcare information and services. Only one in ten people have proficient health literacy. However, White found that only one in ten people have proficient health literacy.

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How Nurses Improve Patient Education

Carlow Today & Tomorrow

Nurses today are taking on the increasingly important responsibility of improving patient engagement and health outcomes through education. Importance of Patient Education The health care industry has become more patient-centric. Health literacy is now a major area of focus within health care.