When preparing patient education materials, the clinician will attempt to help the patient to understand the medical terminology associated with the patient's diagnosis.

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Health professionals need to act as if every patient has a low health literacy so anything that is taught or explained is understandable by all patients, but patients may not need or wish to understand all medical terminology associated with the patient's diagnosis. Patient education materials should substitute plain language for medical jargon as the real goal of patient education is to impart useful knowledge to the patient.

When Preparing Patient Education Materials, the Clinician Will Attempt to Help