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Health Information Literacy and Its Impact on Reducing Patient Anxiety in Tertiary Care Settings: A Cross-Sectional Study

Author(s) Nourah M. Alorainy, Faisal E. Aljwuaied, Ali A. Alshehri, Aateka H. Alaali, Wafa I. Alotaibi
Country Saudi Arabia
Abstract Health literacy, which refers to the ability to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services, is a vital determinant of effective healthcare engagement (Nutbeam, 2000). Low health literacy has been consistently linked to poor health outcomes, including difficulty managing chronic conditions, higher rates of hospital readmissions, and greater healthcare costs (Berkman et al., 2011). In tertiary care settings, where medical information is often dense and complex, patients with limited health literacy are at an increased risk of experiencing heightened anxiety and stress (Rudd, 2010).
Anxiety stemming from low health literacy can exacerbate the psychological burden of illness, further complicating treatment adherence and healthcare utilization (Schillinger et al., 2002). Conversely, interventions to enhance health literacy have demonstrated significant potential in reducing anxiety and improving patient outcomes. For example, simplified communication strategies, teach-back methods, and tailored educational materials have shown to improve patients’ understanding of their care plans, leading to increased confidence and reduced stress (Sudore & Schillinger, 2009).
Given the unique challenges posed by tertiary care settings, understanding the relationship between health literacy and patient anxiety is critical for developing targeted interventions that improve patient education and support. This study seeks to examine how health literacy impacts anxiety levels in patients receiving care in a tertiary hospital, with the aim of identifying actionable strategies to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
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Field Sociology > Health
Published In Volume 6, Issue 3, July-September 2015
Published On 2015-07-07
Cite This Health Information Literacy and Its Impact on Reducing Patient Anxiety in Tertiary Care Settings: A Cross-Sectional Study - Nourah M. Alorainy, Faisal E. Aljwuaied, Ali A. Alshehri, Aateka H. Alaali, Wafa I. Alotaibi - IJSAT Volume 6, Issue 3, July-September 2015. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.14500474
DOI https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14500474
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