communication Flashcards

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communication

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-a lifelong learning process for nurses
-key to nurse-patient relationships
-impact on patient outcomes, safety, and patient satisfaction

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circular transactional model

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-referent
-sender
-receiver
-message
-channels
-context / environment
-feedback
-interpersonal variables

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3
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levels of communication

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-intrapersonal: self
-interpersonal: one on one
-small group: small number of people
-public: interact with an audience
-electronic

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4
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forms of communication

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verbal and nonverbal

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5
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verbal communication

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-vocabulary
-pace
-tone
-clarity and brevity
-timing

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nonverbal communication

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-personal appearance
-facial expression and eye contact
-body posture, movement, gestures
-sounds (sigh, moan, groan, sob)
-personal space

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elements of professional communication

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-courtesy
-use of names
-fostering trust
-assertiveness and advocacy

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8
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phases of a helping relationship

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-pre interaction
-orientation
-working
-termination

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9
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interdisciplinary communication

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-handoff report
-use of common language
-lateral violence

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10
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use of common language

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SBAR: situation, background, assessment, recommendation

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lateral violence

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-incivility
-bullying

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12
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communication strategies

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-motivational interviewing
-AIDET

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AIDET

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-A: acknowledge
-I: introduce
-D: duration
-E: explanation
-T: thank you

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14
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factors influencing communication assessment

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-developmental level
-sociocultural difference
-roles and responsibilities
-space and territoriality
-physical, mental, and emotional state
-values
-environment

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15
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planning and outcomes for communication

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-consider environment
-meet basic safety and comfort needs first
-timing
-make yourself available

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16
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overcoming barriers implementation

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-set the stage
-hearing and vision impairment
-interpreter if needed
-communication boards

17
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therapeutic communication techniques

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-active listening: SURETY
-sharing observations
-sharing empathy
-sharing hope
-sharing humor
-sharing feelings

18
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SURETY

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S: sit
U: uncross
R: relax
E: eye contact
T: touch
Y: your intuition

19
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communication techniques

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-using touch
-using silence
-providing information
-focusing
-asking questions
-clarifying
-summarizing
-offering self and self disclosure

20
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types of questions

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-open-ended vs closed-ended
-leading statements

21
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clarifying communication technique

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-restating
-reflecting
-paraphrasing
-exploring

22
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non therapeutic communication techniques

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-asking personal questions
-giving personal opinions, approval and disapproval
-changing the subject
-minimizing feelings
-false reassurance
-asking why questions
-being defensive
-stereotyping
-sympathy
-arguing

23
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pediatric considerations

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-simple language
-be aware of nonverbal
-position yourself at eye level
-incorporate play

24
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geriatric considerations

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-be aware of sensory alterations
-assistive devices if needed
-allow time for responses
-minimize distractions

25
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adaptive techniques using an interpreter

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-speak directly to the patient in 2nd person
-use a normal tone and voice
-speak a couple of sentences at a time, allowing for interruption
-document interpreter ID number in health record

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adaptive techniques in patients with speech alterations or cognitive impairment

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-listen attentively
-face the patient
-ask questions that require yes or no answers
-allow time for responses
-use visual cues and communication boards
-engage family if appropriate

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adaptive techniques in patients who are unresponsive

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-call patient by name
-use verbal and nonverbal
-speak as though patient can hear
-explain all procedures and sensations
-provide orientation

28
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evaluation

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-was the patient able to tell their story
-were therapeutic communication techniques used
-how many questions were asked
-did actions block or facilitate communication