HSC avoidance of jargon

• What is avoidance of jargon?

  Avoidance of Jargon is when a Professional avoids using complex words or phrases when talking to a individual
• What is an advantage of using avoiding jargon in a 1:1 interaction?

  It allows the patient to understand what is going to happen and both the patient and nurse walk away from the conversation feeling confident
• What is a disadvantage of using avoiding jargon in a 1:1 interaction?

  Is its not as easy to understand what each other are saying
• What is a advantage of using avoiding jargon in a group

  Everyone in the group are able to understand the message that is being put across
• What is a disadvantage of using avoiding jargon in a group

  it would be easier to use jargon as it could get help to someone quicker and save their life