Health Literacy and Use of Preventative Care of Female Undergraduate Nursing vs. Non-Nursing Students

Abstract

Background: Health literacy and use of preventative care are important aspects of health care. Health literacy, or the ability to understand basic medical knowledge, affects a person's understanding and use of preventative health care. Aim: This study was designed to investigate the perception of health literacy and use of preventative care resources by female undergraduate college students. Method: This is a quantitative, non-experimental descriptive research study with a cross-sectional design. A 30-item demographic yes or no and a Likert-type scale was used to survey 62 female college students living in a dormitory. The goal was to discover if additional education is needed to obtain optimal utilization of health care resources for this population. Result: Surveying the undergraduate nursing and non-nursing students helped raise awareness of health literacy of the female students. Conclusion: Understanding the use of preventative care resources by this population may influence the way nursing interventions are formulated.

Association of digital health literacy, health lifestyles and psychological resilience among undergraduate nursing students in China: A cross-sectional study

“…32 This emphasizes the importance of not only individual health but also the broader societal impact of enhancing digital health literacy in nursing education. 33 Despite the observed moderate level of digital health literacy, the study indicates room for improvement. This opens avenues for educational interventions and targeted training programs speci cally designed for nursing students.…”