Chapter 8: Therapeutic Communication Flashcards
density
the number of people within a given environmental space
distance
the means by which various cultures use space to communicate.
intimate distance
the closest distance that individuals will allow between themselves and others.
0 to 18 inches
paralanguage
the gestural component of the spoken word
personal distance
reserved for interactions that are personal in nature
18 to 40 inches
public distance
Examples include speaking in public or yelling to someone some distance away.
exceeds 12 feet
social distance
Interactions at this distance include conversations with strangers or acquaintances, such as at a cocktail party or in a public building
4 to 12 feet
Functional-Professional touch
This type of touch is impersonal and businesslike. It is used to accomplish a task.
Therapeutic interpersonal relationship
the process by which nurses provide care for clients in need of psychosocial intervention
Friendship-Warmth touch
Touch at this level indicates a strong liking for the other person, a feeling that he is a friend.
interpersonal communication
a transaction be- tween the sender and the receiver
Sexual Arousal touch
Touch at this level is an expression of physical attraction only
Nostril flare
Anger; arousal
Wrinkling up nose
Dislike; disgust
Grin; smile
Happiness; contentment
Grimace
Fear; pain
Compressed lips
Anger; frustration
Compressed lips
Anger; frustration
Canine-type snarl
Disgust
Pouted; frown
Unhappiness; discontented; disapproval
Pursing
Disagreement
Sneer
Contempt; disdain
Frown eyebrows
Anger; unhappiness; concentration
Raised eyebrows
Surprise; enthusiasm