Health literacy in palliative care: a comparative analysis of structural and cultural challenges in Brazil in relation to the global scenario and ordinance GM/MS nº. 3,681/2024
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https://doi.org/10.55892/jrg.v9i20.2983Keywords:
Palliative Care, Health Literacy, Brazil, BioethicsAbstract
Health literacy (HL) is a critical determinant for patient autonomy in palliative care (PC). This article analyzes the barriers to HL in Brazil compared to international standards. Ordinance 3,681/2024 represents a historical advancement for the Unified Health System (SUS), but its success depends on Plain Language training.
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