A nurse is working with an individual who has a low literacy level. Which of the following barri-ers to learning should the nurse anticipate?
a. Asking for additional clarification of ma-terials
b. Requesting to read the information later
c. Having a high level of anxiety
d. Being overly dependent on others
ANS: B
Individuals with a limited literacy may have a limited vocabulary and general knowledge and do not ask for clarification. They may focus on details and deal in literal or concrete concepts versus abstract concepts. They may select responses on a survey without necessarily understanding them and may be unable to understand math. They may have a low motivation to engage in learning or may drop subtle clues that they cannot read by stating they will look at information later or take it home. The level of anxiety may vary among these individuals; it is more common for these in-dividuals to request to read it later.
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