Considering health literacy in communication about medications between nurses and patients with heart failure: A cross sectional observational study.

Objectives: To explore the content, style, and initiation of medication-related discussions between nurses and patients to understand how nurses support patients with heart failure, especially those with inadequate health literacy.

Methods: A cross-sectional design was conducted to observe medication-related conversations between nurses and patients with heart failure in four Dutch outpatient clinics. Conversations were audio-recorded and analyzed using MEDICODE, focusing on content, communication style (monologue or a dialogue), and initiation of the content themes.

The impact of textual elements on the comprehensibility of drug label instructions (DLIs): A systematic review.

Introduction: Correct interpretation of drug labels instructions (DLIs) is needed for safe use and better adherence to prescribed drugs. DLIs are often too difficult for patients, especially for those with limited health literacy. What is yet unknown, is how specific textual elements in DLIs (e.

Development of Comprehensible Prescription Label Instructions: A Study Protocol for a Mixed-Methods Approach.

Introduction: Patients receive information about their medication from different sources, including prescription labels. These labels are physically attached to each package dispensed to patients and contain the most important instructions on how to use the medication correctly. However, many patients experience difficulties in understanding and applying the instructions on these labels correctly, especially patients with limited health literacy.