12. VERBAL COMMUNICATION OF DATA Flashcards
used to elicit the client’s feelings and perceptions. They typically begin with the words “how” or “what.”
OPEN-ENDED QUESTIONS
questions to obtain facts and to focus on specific information. The client can respond with one or two words. They typically begin with the words “when” or “did.”
CLOSE-ENDED QUESTIONS
to provide the client with a list of words to choose from in describing symptoms, conditions, or feelings.
LAUNDRY LIST
helps you to clarify information the client has stated; it also enables you and the client to reflect on what was said.
REPHRASING
encourage client verbalization
WELL-PLACED PHRASES
information from what the client tells you and what you observe in the client’s behavior may elicit more data or verify existing data.
INFERRING
Make sure that you answer every question as thoroughly as you can. If you do not know the answer, explain that you will find out.
PROVIDING INFORMATION