Why should a dietitian assess a patient’s health literacy?
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Correct answer: So advice can match the patient’s understanding
Health literacy affects how well a patient can find, understand, judge, and use health information. Assessing it helps the dietitian choose suitable language, examples, written materials, and instructions. The professional can then confirm understanding without blaming the patient and improve safe adherence.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
So advice can match the patient’s understanding
Why is this the correct answer?
Health literacy affects how well a patient can find, understand, judge, and use health information. Assessing it helps the dietitian choose suitable language, examples, written materials, and instructions. The professional can then confirm understanding without blaming the patient and improve safe adherence.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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