I know. I try to be as tactful, helpful, and gentle as possible.
Posted By: see inside on 2007-02-21
In Reply to: You don't have to believe, the truth is the truth. I, too, have seen with my own two eyes and ha - MT's work who had 20+ SM
I always give references and explain why something is incorrect. I try NOT to use the word wrong itself.
Some take it okay and are just shocked. For others it is as if I have personally wounded them.
One of the most common errors I see from the most experienced MTs (I am talking more than 10 years of experience, the been-doing-this-since-I-was-born kind): Using nitrates instead of nitrites in lab work. Using the term palpations instead of palpitations on a heart exam. Failing to use correct forms of mucus and mucous.
I would urge any MT, regardless of where they work or how long they have been in this business, to beg and plead for appropriate QA of their work. It is the only way discrepancies, untruths, poor habits, and a flat out incorrect terminology issue can be corrected.
If you value your work, value your QA feedback.
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