Table 1 Health literacy competency domains related to consumer protection
Competency domain | On a 6-Likert scale from very easy to very difficult, |
1. = very easy | |
2. = fairly easy | |
3. = fairly difficult | |
4. = very difficult | |
5. = unable to perform | |
6. = confident in performing but never had a chance to perform how easy is it for you to … | |
Accessing | Find reliable information about medicine, cosmetic products, herbal products and food supplements. |
Understanding | Understand information on labels of medicine products, cosmetic products, herbal products, medical devices, and hazardous chemical products. |
Communicating | Inquire healthcare providers about health-related products |
Making decisions | Make decisions about what food supplements or herbal products are suitable for you. |