Description
This monograph focuses on health literacy in the context of nursing, whose importance and need for support are steadily increasing. It presents the characteristics, significance, model, dimensions, and determinants of health literacy, as well as assessment tools and specific aspects affecting different target groups. In relation to the nurse’s role in promoting health literacy, it examines education, communication, personal example, the influence of the environment, and the use of information and communication technologies. It also addresses health literacy as part of nursing education. The theoretical background is complemented by research findings on the level of health literacy among patients with arterial hypertension. This specialist publication is intended for nursing students at bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, practicing nurses, and professionals from other fields concerned with health literacy among the general public.
Information
Author: Magerčiaková Mariana
Language: Czech
Publication date: November 11, 2025
Manufacturer: GRADA Publishing, a. s.
Genres: Medicine and healthcare, Books, Specialized and technical literature
Type: Books - paperback
Pages: 151
ISBN/EAN: 9788027153626