In your OWN WORDS, how would YOU define Health Literacy (1 p…
In your OWN WORDS, how would YOU define Health Literacy (1 pt.). What are two ways that low health literacy can affect a patient’s dental health/care etc. (2 pts) Discuss 2 ways that you could increase a patient’s health literacy level (2 pts)
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There are several models / theories of behavior change. Although they are all different theories, they all share some similar core principles. How does knowing about these theories influence you as you communicate with patients as a dental hygienist? Provide 1 similarity among the theories (1 pt.). Provide 2 ways that you might communicate with your patients keeping the theories in mind (2 pts). Provide a brief explanation as to why it is beneficial to understand health behavior theories (2 pts)
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Now that you’ve had a chance to experiment and practice with motivational interviewing, you should be familiar with the strategies to explore importance and build confidence. What are your favorite strategies to use and why? Be sure to describe the strategy in detail and discuss how it is beneficial. (You must name 2 strategies, 1 for exploring importance and 1 for building confidence)
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