Questions | Answers’ Mean Value (out of 5) |
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1. Do you know what to do if you are having a bad reaction to your medications | 2.5 ± 1.2 |
2. Do you take medications correctly and on your own? | 4,1 ± 1.1 |
3. Do you reorder medications before they run out? | 4.6 ± 0.8 |
4. Do you call the doctor’s office to make an appointment? | 3.2 ± 1.5 |
5. Do you follow-up on any referral for tests, check-ups or labs? | 4 ± 1.2 |
6. Do you arrange for your ride to medical appointments? | 2.2 ± 1.6 |
7. Do you call the doctor about unusual changes in your health (For example: Allergic reactions)? | 3.9 ± 1.3 |
8. Do you know what your health insurance covers? | 3.3 ± 1.1 |
9. Do you manage your money & budget household expenses (For example: use checking/debit card)? | 2.7 ± 1.4 |
10. Do you fill out the medical history form, including a list of your allergies? | 4.5 ± 0.7 |
11. Do you keep a calendar or list of medical and other appointments? | 1.8 ± 1.2 |
12. Do you make a list of questions before the doctor’s visit? | 1.9 ± 0.7 |
13. Do you tell the doctor or nurse what you are feeling? | 4.1 ± 1.2 |
14. Do you answer questions that are asked by the doctor, nurse, or clinic staff? | 4.8 ± 0.7 |
15. Do you help plan or prepare meals/food? | 3.3 ± 1.3 |
16. Do you keep home/room clean or clean-up after meals? | 3.1 ± 1.3 |
Total mean score | 3.4 ± 1.5 |