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Research results show that health literacy is an important concept in nursing. It has a positive effect on the health of individuals as well as on the costs of the healthcare system. The results of a comprehensive literature search (1980 - March 2009) revealed that the concept of health literacy is being increasingly discussed; however, the concept is barely addressed in literature specific to nursing. ⋯ The specific terms relevant to health literacy were identified. Moreover, an operational definition for health literacy was developed for the professional nursing setting. Possibilities for nursing practice, due to the conceptualization of health literacy, are discussed.
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Pain and fear of falling (FOF) are modifiable factors that might play an important role in functional performance of nursing homes residents (NHR). Both factors are characterised by deficits in research and provision of long-term care services. The purpose of this study was to examine the functional performance of NHR with and without pain or FOF. ⋯ There was a statistically significant association between Pain or FOF und lower functional mobility. With respect to NHR able to walk, there was statistically significant association between Pain or FOF und lower performance in activities of daily living. Possibilities for interventions which might have positive effects on functional performance of NHR are an improved pain treatment and interventions to reduce FOF.