Author Question: Why is it important for the nurse to be cautious when using medical jargon with an older adult ... (Read 43 times)

tsand2 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Why is it important for the nurse to be cautious when using medical jargon with an older adult patient?

a. It could become an opportunity to instruct the patient.
b. It could become an effective abbreviated communication shortcut.
c. It could become an indicator of formal communication.
d. It could become a communication barrier.

Question 2

What can the nurse do to improve communication with an older adult patient who has a hearing impairment?

a. Speak in a higher tone, standing directly in front of the patient.
b. Speak more loudly from several feet away.
c. Speak normally with exaggerated hand gestures.
d. Speak in a low tone, bending close to the patient.

meow1234 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The use of jargon can become a barrier because the patient may not understand and would be unwilling to disclose ignorance of terms. Habitual use makes health professionals less sensitive to persons who may not be familiar with the terms.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Speaking in a low tone and bending near the patient is a more effective way to communicate with the hearing-impaired.