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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/05%3A_Ethical_Decision_Making/5.03%3A_Ethical_Patient_EducationThe section focuses on ethical patient education within nursing, emphasizing the importance of providing unbiased, evidence-based education irrespective of personal beliefs or patient demographics. It...The section focuses on ethical patient education within nursing, emphasizing the importance of providing unbiased, evidence-based education irrespective of personal beliefs or patient demographics. It highlights methods for effective patient education, such as using simple language, multimodal approaches, and considering health literacy and cultural factors.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/02%3A_Culturally_Competent_Care/2.03%3A_Health_Equity_and_DisparitiesThe document outlines the critical role of health equity and the impact of social determinants on health outcomes. It highlights how disparities in health arise due to differences in access to healthc...The document outlines the critical role of health equity and the impact of social determinants on health outcomes. It highlights how disparities in health arise due to differences in access to healthcare and social conditions. Nurses play a pivotal role in reducing these disparities by providing culturally competent care, advocating for policy changes, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Chabot_College/Introduction_to_Health/13%3A_Health_Care_Choices/13.01%3A_Understanding_your_Health_Care_ChoicesThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) defines health literacy as "The degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and ser...The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) defines health literacy as "The degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions." In a recent report by the HHS, improved consumer health literacy was determined to be an important component of health communication, medical product safety, and oral health.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/06%3A_Comprehensive_Health_Assessment_and_Physical_Examination/6.02%3A_Effective_Communication_in_the_Nurse-Patient_RelationshipThe page outlines essential aspects of the nurse-patient relationship and communication strategies in medical-surgical nursing. It emphasizes maintaining professional boundaries, effective communicati...The page outlines essential aspects of the nurse-patient relationship and communication strategies in medical-surgical nursing. It emphasizes maintaining professional boundaries, effective communication methods, and cultural competence, particularly with Muslim patients. It also discusses managing communication barriers with patients who have language or auditory impairments.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/06%3A_Comprehensive_Health_Assessment_and_Physical_Examination/6.03%3A_Health_HistoryThis section outlines the process of obtaining a comprehensive health history, emphasizing its importance for patient care. It distinguishes between focused and comprehensive health histories and disc...This section outlines the process of obtaining a comprehensive health history, emphasizing its importance for patient care. It distinguishes between focused and comprehensive health histories and discusses best practices for conducting patient interviews. A comprehensive health history includes assessing the chief complaint, history of the present illness, past medical and surgical history, medications, allergies, family and social history, and a review of systems.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Health_Education_(Rienk_and_Lundin)/14%3A_Health_Care_Choices/14.01%3A_Understanding_your_Health_Care_ChoicesThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) defines health literacy as "The degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and ser...The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) defines health literacy as "The degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions." In a recent report by the HHS, improved consumer health literacy was determined to be an important component of health communication, medical product safety, and oral health.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/03%3A_Health_Promotion_and_Patient_Education/3.04%3A_Purpose_of_Health_Education_and_Patient_TeachingThe text outlines the objectives of health teaching, the role of nurses in patient education, and the importance of medication and discharge education. It discusses barriers to education such as healt...The text outlines the objectives of health teaching, the role of nurses in patient education, and the importance of medication and discharge education. It discusses barriers to education such as health literacy and suggests solutions like proper communication and use of credible educational resources. Nurses are also highlighted as part of an interdisciplinary team ensuring comprehensive patient care.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/03%3A_Health_Promotion_and_Patient_Education/3.03%3A_Challenges_Throughout_the_LifespanThe page outlines health challenges and promotion strategies tailored for young, middle-aged, and older adult populations. Young adults (18-35) face challenges like accidents and financial constraints...The page outlines health challenges and promotion strategies tailored for young, middle-aged, and older adult populations. Young adults (18-35) face challenges like accidents and financial constraints, focusing on foundational health education. Middle-aged adults (35-65) juggle family and personal health issues, with lifestyle changes being key. Older adults (65+) deal with fall prevention, cognitive health, and chronic diseases, needing resources like Meals on Wheels for support.
