Chapter 6 - Professional Attitudes and Communications Flashcards
Key Terms - Age-Specific Communication
A discriminatory attitude toward the elderly that includes a belief that all elderly are ill, disabled, worthless, and unattractive
AGEISM
Key Terms - Communication Skills
type of communication trait involving anger or hostility
AGGRESSIVENESS
Key Terms - Special Circumstances that Affect Communication
a defect or loss of language function in which comprehension or expression of words is impaired
APHASIA
Key Terms - Communication Skills
the calm, firm expression of feelings or opinions
ASSERTIVENESS
Key Terms - Communication with Patients
sense of self-determination
AUTONOMY
Key Terms - Age-Specific Communication
persistent or lasting condition
CHRONIC
Key Terms - Communication with Patients’ Families
the identification of a condition
DIAGNOSIS
Key Terms - Special Circumstances that Affect Communication
a handheld device that is placed on the external throat wall which amplifies vibrations and produces metallic toned speech
ELECTROLARYNX
Key Terms - Issues of Cultural Diversity
national characteristics of individuals
ETHNIC
Key Terms - Dealing with Death and Loss
“a place of shelter” - service that involves care in the home of terminally ill patients that focuses on comfort rather than intensive treatment
HOSPICE
Key Terms - Dealing with Death and Loss
department that is involved with cancer treatment
ONCOLOGY
Key Terms - Dealing with Death and Loss
care that provides relief, but is not intended to cure
PALLIATIVE
Key Terms - Communication with Patients’ Families
a prediction of outcome
PROGNOSIS
Key Terms - Issues of Cultural Diversity
a system of routines designed to provide benefit
REGIMEN
Key Terms - Issues of Cultural Diversity
discrimination against someone based on their size
SIZEISM
Key Terms - Communication with Patients
a process in which the health care professional consciously influences a client or helps them to a better understanding through verbal/nonverbal communication
THERAPEUTIC COMMUNICATION
Key Terms - Communication with Patients
an acceptable alternative that helps patients to feel competent and involved in their care
VALID CHOICE