Resources for Patient Health Literacy Skills: Information in Orientation and Continuing Professional Development Programs

Patients with low health literacy have difficulty using health resources, a poorer health status, and increased morbidity and mortality rates. Nurses are integral to providing health education according to their patients' needs and health literacy level. Professional development educators play a significant role in preparing nurses to develop patients' health literacy skills. There are multiple health literacy resources and tools available to assist nurses in delivering this customized education.