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Email and texting etiquette for nurses

Dot Those I’s

No matter how brilliant your proposal to change patient care may be, hitting “send” without pausing for a proofread is a surefire way to kill your credibility. Sure, computer spell checks will catch glaring mistakes, but some are bound to fly under the radar. Sloppy speech can be avoided if you take the time to double-check your work. Read for accuracy of names, medical titles and dates. Also, ease up on the medical jargon if your intended recipients aren’t all in the health care industry. A flurry of clarification emails clogs inboxes.

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