Concept analysis of "Insufficient health literacy" in older adults and refinement of a diagnosis proposal.

Purpose: This study aims to conduct a thorough analysis of the concept of insufficient health literacy (IHL) in older adults and to refine a nursing diagnosis proposal while considering the specific characteristics of this demographic.

Methods: A comprehensive concept analysis was undertaken using Walker & Avant's method as a framework.

Findings: A systematic search across seventeen databases yielded 29 relevant studies for inclusion.