Which statement by the patient demonstrates health literacy?
a. "I speak and understand little English but will do what I am told."
b. "I will take my medications after I ask the nurse a few questions."
c. "I have not taken my prescribed antibiotics because I can't read the labels."
d. "I stopped my medications when I started feeling better."
ANS: B
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