A nurse tells a patient, "This PM you are going for an abdominal A&P, an H&H, as well as an IV pyelogram. Please sign these consent forms." What may this use of medical jargon cause?
a. Understanding
b. Speed in communication
c. Misinterpretation
d. Clarity in the message
ANS: C
Jargon is terminology unique to people in a special type of work and is not understood by everyone. Although jargon does speed communication and is clear to those who know it, it may be misinterpreted and not understood by all people.
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