What strategies can be used to assess patient understanding?
To assess patient understanding, nurses can: - Ask Open-Ended Questions: Encourage patients to explain their understanding of the information. - Use Visual Aids: Diagrams and charts can help clarify complex information. - Conduct Follow-Up Calls: Check in with patients after they have had time to process the information. - Evaluate Health Literacy: Use tools to assess the patient’s ability to understand and use health information.
