The nurse suspects a client has low literacy. What did the nurse assess to come to this conclusion?

Question

1. Incorrect completion of previous hospitalizations form
2. Client refusing to sign forms because eyeglasses are at home
3. Client saying he forgot to report for laboratory testing
4. Score of 6 on the Newest Vital Sign assessment tool
5. Questioning the dosage pattern on a newly prescribed medication

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
Rationale 1: The nurse should suspect a literacy problem when a client incorrectly completes forms.
Rationale 2: The nurse should suspect a literacy problem when a client refuses to sign forms because of lack of eyeglasses.
Rationale 3: The nurse should suspect a literacy problem when appointments are missed.
Rationale 4: A score of 6 on the Newest Vital Sign assessment tool indicates adequate literacy.
Rationale 5: Questioning a medication would indicate that the client read the prescription, and would not suggest a literacy problem.