Clyde requires an anticoagulant. He tells the nurse about his medications. He neglects to mention he's taking an herbal supplement.
Claude is booked for bowel surgery. His doctor explains about the colostomy. Later, Claude tells his wife that he really doesn't know what the doctor meant by colostomy.
Sarah is a new parent who finds that nurses on the children's unit are very helpful. She is eager to accept all suggestions, including those that she does not understand.
George keeps a list of all medications, including OTC and natural remedies. Before every appointment, he makes a list of questions to bring and asks for clarification when he has conflicting information.