Communication Health Literacy Health Outcomes 
American Nurse
AUGUST 1, 2024
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.
American Nurse
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Introduction LOW HEALTH LITERACY, when not identified, is associated with poor health outcomes such as unsatisfactory medication compliance, poor disease management, and increased healthcare costs. RM, 2000) Currently, there are several validated modalities to assess health literacy (e.g., Chew et al.,
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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
MAY 20, 2024
To be a successful healthcare provider, clinical nurse or nurse leader, you need exceptional communication skills—and you need to be able to use them during high-stress situations. Why Is Communication Important in Nursing? Below, we explore 10 communication skills that are important for nurses.
Diversity Nursing
APRIL 17, 2024
Social determinants of health (SDOH) are the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age, and the broader array of influences and structures impacting everyday living. These determinants are the key drivers of health disparities, leading to unjust and preventable health outcomes.
Diversity Nursing
MAY 3, 2023
For example, some people may live in rural areas where they cannot easily access routine health exams. Others may need help understanding health recommendations due to language barriers. Whatever the disadvantage, health disparities can lead to poor health outcomes that negatively contribute to health equity.
Carlow Today & Tomorrow
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
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.
Every Nurse
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Limited Access to Healthcare Underserved populations often face barriers to accessing healthcare services, including geographic isolation, lack of transportation, and limited healthcare facilities in their communities. They strive to provide care that is respectful, inclusive, and aligned with the cultural context of the community.
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