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Improving hypertension using virtual modalities

American Nurse

This preventable illness demands innovative strategies to improve health outcomes. When performed correctly, patient education can help improve patient health literacy and save costs for the patient and the health system. Julie Thompson is a consulting associate in the Duke University School of Nursing.

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The Importance of Effective Communication in Nursing

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

It’s also important to know your audience and speak appropriately according to the person’s age, culture, and level of health literacy. This includes informing patients and family members of health conditions, diagnoses, treatment plans, and medication protocols. Nurses may also need to overcome their own psychological barriers.

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Cultural Competency in Neonatal Nursing: Strategies and Resources

Every Nurse

Factors such as language barriers, health literacy, and cultural misunderstandings can all interfere with effective communication and care processes. Cultural competence, therefore, is critical in ensuring the best outcomes for both infants and their families.