Development and validation of medication literacy scale for adults: MELSA version II

The 9-item MELSA version II is a web-based scale that is brief, valid, and easy to administer in person using an mobile device. It could be used in different countries and populations after conducting appropriate translation and cultural adaptation.

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BMC Public Health
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2025-03-13
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-22200-w
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Pharmaceutical Practices and Patient Outcomes
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Development and validation of medication literacy scale for adults: MELSA version II

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Development and validation of medication literacy scale for adults: MELSA version II

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Abstract

The 9-item MELSA version II is a web-based scale that is brief, valid, and easy to administer in person using an mobile device. It could be used in different countries and populations after conducting appropriate translation and cultural adaptation.

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Biruni University (TR), Marmara University (TR)
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