1. How long have you been having difficulty reading?
2. Do you have any pain when you read?
3. Do you experience any dizziness or headache?
4. Do you have any trouble seeing the words on the page?
5. Do you have any difficulty comprehending what you read?
6. Do you have any trouble remember what you read?
7. Do you have to read slowly?
8. Do you have to read aloud to yourself?
9. Do you have to read more than once to understand what you read?
10. Do you avoid reading because it is difficult?
Other related questions:
Which measure would the nurse take when communicating with a visually impaired patient?
Some ways to communicate with a visually impaired patient include using Braille, large print, or audio recordings. The nurse should also speak clearly and slowly, and be patient when communicating with the patient.
How do you assess health literacy of a patient?
There is no single answer to this question as the best way to assess health literacy may vary depending on the individual patient’s needs and abilities. However, some general tips that may be useful include:
-Asking the patient if they have any questions or concerns about their health or medications
-Asking the patient to explain how they would take their medication if they were to forget or were unable to read the instructions
-Asking the patient to explain what they understand about their condition and how it may be treated
-Asking the patient to describe their understanding of healthy lifestyle choices, such as diet and exercise
-Asking the patient to explain what they would do if they had a health emergency
-Providing written materials in clear, simple language and making sure the patient understands them
-Encouraging the patient to seek help from a health literacy program or other resources if they need more help understanding their health
How can you effectively communicate with a patient with low health literacy?
There are a few things you can do to effectively communicate with a patient with low health literacy:
– Use clear and concise language
– Use simple words and short sentences
– Avoid medical jargon
– Repeat information as needed
– Use visual aids to help explain things
– Encourage questions and make sure the patient understands everything before moving on
Bibliography
- Assessing and Addressing Health Literacy | OJIN
- 2.3 Communicating with Patients – Nursing Fundamentals
- Assessing learning needs – Euromed Info
- 5 Strategies for Providing Effective Patient Education
- Nurse Communication Challenges with Health Literacy Support
- Information Needed to Support Knowing the Patient – PMC