Question

a nurse is collecting data about a clients health literacy prior to reinforcing education. which of the following actions should the nurse take? (select all that apply.)
ask questions regarding the clients health care needs and concerns
obtain a health history
collect data about the clients education level
assist with performing a physical assessment
use medical terminology when educating the client

Explanation:

• Asking questions about health care needs and concerns helps understand the client's perspective on health - related matters, which is relevant to health literacy as it shows their engagement and knowledge application in their own care.
• Obtaining a health history can reveal past experiences with health - related information, how they managed health issues before (which may involve understanding and using health information), thus relevant to health literacy.
• Education level is often correlated with health literacy. Higher education levels may be associated with better ability to understand and use health information (though not always the case, it is a factor to consider).
• Performing a physical assessment is more about assessing physical health status (like vital signs, body systems) rather than health literacy.
• Using medical terminology when educating a client with low health literacy can be a barrier. Health literacy - appropriate communication uses plain language.

Answer:

Ask questions regarding the client's health care needs and concerns, Obtain a health history, Collect data about the client's education level.