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Advancing a More Health-Literate Approach to Patient Safety

Sanders LM. Advancing a More Health-Literate Approach to Patient Safety. J Pediatr. 2019;214:10-11. doi:10.1016/j.jpeds.2019.07.003.

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October 9, 2019
Sanders LM. J Pediatr. 2019;214:10-11.
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Health literacy is the capacity of patients and their families to process and understand health information including educational materials and patient instructions. This editorial discusses the importance of heath literacy in promoting patient safety, particularly around discharge and medication instructions. 

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Sanders LM. Advancing a More Health-Literate Approach to Patient Safety. J Pediatr. 2019;214:10-11. doi:10.1016/j.jpeds.2019.07.003.