D406 HLTH 3350 Health Literacy for the Client & Family FA READINESS EXAM Q & S 2025/2026
1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key
component of health literacy?
 a) Ability to play sports
 b) Ability to understand health information
 c) Ability to drive a car
 d) Ability to cook
 Correct Answer: b) Ability to understand health
information
 Rationale: Health literacy involves the capacity to obtain,
process, and understand basic health information needed to
make appropriate health decisions.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The term "_________" refers to the
degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain,
process, and understand basic health information and
services needed to make appropriate health decisions.
 Correct Answer: Health literacy
 Rationale: This definition is widely accepted and used by
organizations such as the CDC to describe health literacy.
3. True/False: Health literacy only includes the ability to
read medication labels.
 Correct Answer: False
 Rationale: Health literacy is a broader concept that
encompasses a range of skills, including reading,
numeracy, and communication, applicable to the health
context.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are barriers to health literacy?
 a) Complex medical terminology
 b) Clear communication from healthcare providers