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Module 2: Making Our Words Understandable (Reading ability (clues ("I…
Module 2: Making Our Words Understandable
Reading ability
correlates to health status
1 out of 5 American adults read at 5th grade level and below
health care materials written at 10th grade level; average American reads at 8th to 9th grade level
low health literacy = less likely to seek health care, comply w/ recommended treatment, maintain self-care
stigma; conceal illiteracy
clues
"I forgot my glasses"
"I'll take it home and read it"
Words that may confuse dental patients
words in new context
everyday words could be unfamiliar in dental context (Ex: pocket)
Unfamiliar words
health literacy- "the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate oral heal health decisions"
barier to diagnosis, treatment. and prevention of oral disease
Effective communication
clear, plain, and accurate
create shame-free environment
encourage question asking
check for successful communication by asking patients to explain interpretation
Embarrassment
patients afraid to ask what words mean
detrimental for treatment and self-care
Internet use
medical conditions
medications
communication techniques