Communication techniques for patients with low health literacy: a survey of physicians, nurses, and pharmacists.

Joanne G Schwartzberg; Allison Cowett; Jonathan VanGeest; Michael S Wolf

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Communication techniques for patients with low health literacy: a survey of physicians, nurses, and pharmacists.

October 24, 2007

Schwartzberg JG, Cowett A, VanGeest J, et al. Am J Health Behav. 2007;31 Suppl 1:S96-104.

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This study discovered that using simple language, handing out printed materials, and speaking more slowly were the most common strategies used to enhance communication with patients with low health literacy.

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