Consider the benefits of numbers being spelled out versus written as a number. For example, both provide better accuracy in certain situations.

Consider the benefits of numbers being spelled out versus written as a number. For example, both provide better accuracy in certain situations. Writing numbers as digits is a universal way to communicate a value, but a typo could easily be introduced. There is less likely to be a typo if a number is written out (and even if there is a typo, it most likely would not hinder understanding); however, language barriers could prevent understanding of the value. Also consider spacing (how much each takes up) and timing (timing is of the essence in the medical field, so what takes longer to write?).

For reasons this is important to learn in a medical career, consider how important good communication is when it comes to the medical field.