Exam 1 Unit 4: Communication Flashcards
What is intrapersonal communication
Self-talk; inner thoughts
communication that occurs between two or more people with a goal to exchange messages
Interpersonal communications
communication that occurs when nurses interact with two or more people.
Small-group
communication that occurs when people and groups within an organization communicate to achieve established goals.
Organizational
the form of touch used to convey emotional support for the client
Kinesthetic
a broad term for non-verbal communication that allows the nurse to observe uncommunicated behaviors of the client and can include several behaviors including: touch, eye contact, facial expressions, posture, gait, gestures, general physical appearance, grooming, sound, and silence
body language
occurs when the nurse knows the right thing to do but either personal or institutional factors make it difficult to follow the correct course of action.
Ethical Disstress
arise when attempted adherence to basic ethical principles results in two conflicting courses of action
Ethical Dilemmas