Medical Jargon and Clear Communication: Do You Understand?

Healthcare is filled with technical terms that need their own dictionary. Clear and concise language can ensure that patients understand what a provider is telling them.  Natalie Salvatore, DNP, MBA, RN, a nurse in the Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute, talks about medical jargon, the importance of clear communication and the most important thing you can do as a patient.