Chapter 3: The Interview Flashcards
Communication
Is ALL behavior including, conscious and unconscious, verbal and nonverbal
Verbal Communication
The words you speak, vocalizations, the tone of voice.
Nonverbal communication
Body language - posture, gestures, facial expression, eye contact, foot tapping, touch, even where you place your chair
Because nonverbal communication is under less conscious control than verbal communication, it may be
More reflective of true feelings
What are the Internal Factors?
- Liking others
- Empathy
- Ability to Listen
- Self-awareness
Internal Factor: Liking Others
Having a generally optimistic view of people. Genuine or sincerity of people.
Internal Factor: Empathy
Viewing the world from the other person’s inner frame of reference while remaining yourself
Internal Factor: Ability to Listen
Active listening. Complete and focused attention.
Internal Factor: Self-Awareness
Understanding your personal views, biases, stereotypes, etc.
What are the External Factors?
- Privacy
- Interruptions
- Physical Environment: comfort/room temp.
- Sufficient Lighting
- Seating: Space (Socail Distance: 4-5 ft away from patient), Eye level
- Note taking: limit note taking
- Electronic Health Record
Communication Techniques
A. Introduction
B. Working Phase
Communication Technique: Introduction
- Introduce self, title and give direction or plan.
- Avoid use of first name during interview. (Exception with children and adolescents)
Communication Technique: Working Phase
Ability to form and utilize various types of questions and techniques to facilitate communication and a health interview.
Open-ended questions
- Questions that ask for narrative information.
- unbiased and leaves the person free to answer in any way.
Closed or direct questions
Ask for specific information, usually 1-2 word answers.