Effects of Literacy on Health Care of the Aged: Implications for Health Professionals.

Murphy, Peggy W.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ464994

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1993

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Effects of Literacy on Health Care of the Aged: Implications for Health Professionals.

Murphy, Peggy W.; And Others

Educational Gerontology, v19 n4 p311-16 Jun 1993

Patients must be able to understand oral and written instructions and health care materials. Patients with low literacy levels need educational programs and materials designed to teach them how to manage their health needs. (SK)

Descriptors: Adult Literacy, Educational Needs, Health Personnel, Illiteracy, Older Adults, Patient Education, Reading Diagnosis, Reading Materials

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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