For this discussion, find an example in the media (standard news or academic paper) of a malpractice situation in which wrong terms are used, or communication in general is misunderstood.

In the first week, you learned about how medical terms are formed; i.e., their morphology, which has foundations in etymology (word origins). You also learned how it can be dangerous to confuse medical homonyms and why communicating clearly, whether between medical professionals or doctor and patient, is crucial to avoid perilous errors.

For this discussion, find an example in the media (standard news or academic paper) of a malpractice situation in which wrong terms are used, or communication in general is misunderstood. (Emphasize the need to communicate clearly and accurately in this setting.)

Identify why you chose these terms.

Explain the importance of this information for a health administration professional.

Share any personal experience(s) you may have had with using the terms.

In your replies to peers, consider the following ideas for responses, but feel free to be creative and come up with your own:

Do any of the terms have specific meaning or relevance to you?

Share any similar experiences you or someone you know may have had with your peers’ initial response.

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