Which of the following best describes the operational definition of “h

Which of the following best describes the operational definition of “health literacy” in the United States?

a. Being able to read and write at the fifth-grade level
b. Being able to accurately complete a health self-assessment questionnaire
c. Knowing how to access and use information to make health decisions
d. Knowing one’s right to obtain health care services

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ANS: C
Literacy as a whole is typically defined as being able to read and write at the fifth-grade level. Health literacy, however, is defined as being able to access, understand, and use information to make health decisions. Only the latter type of literacy empowers clients to best act on their own behalf.