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Health Literacy Tips: Speak Plainly, Teach Often

Nurse.com

The patient’s condition, treatment plan, prognosis, discharge instructions, lab reports, and more are a lot to digest. Health literacy is key to helping everyone understand what is happening and make informed, shared decisions about health care. America’s health literacy challenge. Shalla Newton, RN.

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The Power of Words

Penn Nursing

Sugerman Alumni Notes Class Notes, Spring 2025 In Memoriam, 2025 Spring Download Spring 2025 issue Menu Button The Power of Words When communication barriers impede care, nurses often play a role in bridging language and cultural gaps. They reduce longer lengths of stay and readmissions and increase patient satisfaction.