Which of the following is an obstacle to effective communication between a nurse and a patient during preoperative teaching?

Which of the following is an obstacle to

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AEncouraging patients to ask open-ended questions
BUsing medical jargon to explain the surgical process
CProviding pamphlets written at a 5th-grade reading level
DEmploying a language interpreter for non-English speaking patients

✓ Correct answer: B. Using medical jargon to explain the surgical process Using medical jargon can create confusion and hinder understanding, making it a barrier to effective communication. Preoperative teaching should be simplified and accessible to ensure comprehension. Providing materials at a 5th-grade reading level, using interpreters, and encouraging open-ended questions are all strategies to enhance communication.

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