I am missing why the patient needs to be labelled at all--everyone of us in some situation has problems understanding because of our capacity (variable over time and situation) and the demands placed on us.  These situations are too common to even need to label the person.  

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Rima,

Depending on the situation, I have used other terms such as  "undereducated adults."  By the way, we once had a governor here in Michigan who shared the sentiment you refer to [you had your chance] - and he promptly made cuts to many adult education programs.

Ilene




In a message dated 11/2/2009 1:58:44 PM Eastern Standard Time, rrudd at hsph.harvard.edu writes:
Ilene,
Yes, that is true but illiteracy is such a loaded word -- it has become a label shaded by blame [you had your chance] and filled with shame and a sense of disgrace.  I would not use it as a metaphor.
Rima....

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>>> <IHABRAMSON at aol.com> 11/1/2009 11:45 AM >>>

Thank you for your response, Rima.  A lot depends on how one defines illiteracy.

Ilene

 In a message dated 11/1/2009 11:40:32 AM Eastern Standard Time, rrudd at hsph.harvard.edu writes:
Please keep in mind that while many people may struggle with the written word, very few people in the US are illiterate.
Rima

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Harvard School of Public Health
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Boston MA 02115
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>>> <IHABRAMSON at aol.com> 10/30/2009 2:13 PM >>>

Hello Everyone.

I am in the process of preparing a curriculum involving simulated hospital patients, particularly those who might be illiterate, and was wondering if anyone had sample material to share. Given all our tight schedules, it's never great to re-invent the wheel. Thank you in advance.


Ilene

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