Category: Everyday Science | Last updated: 2026-09-18

The teach-back method in patient education involves:

A) Reading medical texts to patients
B) Asking patients to explain information back in their own words to confirm understanding
C) Using medical jargon
D) Written instructions only

Explanation

Teach-back: health literacy tool. After explaining, ask patient to restate in own words. "Can you tell me what we discussed about your medication?" Identifies misunderstanding. Improves outcomes.

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