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Available
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Publication
Philadelphia : J.B. Lippincott, 2nd edition
ISBN
9780397551613
Description
This practical text guides the reader in developing the necessary tools for teaching those patients with limited literacy skills. Nurses will learn proven strategies for evaluating comprehension and teaching patients using written materials, tapes, video, computer aided instruction, visuals, and graphics. An abundance of case studies helps to demonstrate the application of teaching/learning theory to actual practice. Readers will also explore literacy issues in health care as well as the cultural impact on comprehension.
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CONTENTS:
The literacy problem -- Applying theory in practice -- Testing literacy skills of patients -- Assessing suitability of materials -- The comprehension process -- Writing the message -- Visuals and how to use them -- Teaching with technology -- Tips on teaching -- Learner verification and revision of materials -- Appendix A: Literacy data and measures -- Appendix B: REALM -- Appendix C: Tips for low-cost production -- Appendix D: Learner verification and revision.
The literacy problem -- Applying theory in practice -- Testing literacy skills of patients -- Assessing suitability of materials -- The comprehension process -- Writing the message -- Visuals and how to use them -- Teaching with technology -- Tips on teaching -- Learner verification and revision of materials -- Appendix A: Literacy data and measures -- Appendix B: REALM -- Appendix C: Tips for low-cost production -- Appendix D: Learner verification and revision.