Why It Matters
Communication breakdowns in healthcare have real consequences.
Missed symptoms, delayed treatment, misunderstandings, and preventable harm are common when communication barriers go1-6.
What Happens When Communication Isn’t Supported
Without effective supports, communication barriers can lead to...
patients:
Wrong or inappropriate care1
Delays in treatment and missed concerns2
Preventable harm and unnecessary suffering3
Feeling left out of conversations about their own health4
Hospitals & Facilities:
Higher readmission rates and longer lengths of stay1
Lower patient satisfaction scores5
Avoidable adverse medical events3
Increased stress and frustration for healthcare staff6
Better Communication, Better Care
With the right tools, care becomes safer, clearer, and easier to deliver.
For Patients
Safer, more appropriate care
Providers understand concerns accurately, so care is based on the right information.
Timely decisions and responses
Communication supports help reveal new issues quickly — reducing preventable delays.
Included in their own care conversations4
People can express concerns or preferences, ask questions, and participate in decisions about their care.
For Hospitals & Facilities
Less stress and uncertainty for staff6
Teams have practical tools to communicate successfully and with less frustration.
Reduced risk of preventable medical events3
Clearer symptom reporting and monitoring help avoid complications.
Efficient recovery and safer transitions
Fewer communication breakdowns support smoother care plans and discharges.
Frequently Asked Questions
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