Exam 3 Flashcards
this is a collection of individuals whose association is founded on shared commonalities: Interests, values, norms, or purpose
Membership into this is generally by chance, by choice, or by circumstance
group
there are 8 \_\_\_ that groups serve for their members which are: socialization support task completion camaraderie information sharing normative influence empowerment governance
functions
this is one of the functions of a group
The teaching of social norms occurs through groups.
socialization
this is one of the functions of a group
Fellow members are available in time of need.
support
this is one of the functions of a group
Groups can assist in endeavors that are beyond the capacity of a single individual.
task completions
this is one of the functions of a group
Individuals receive joy and pleasure from interactions with significant others.
camaraderie
this is one of the functions of a group
Learning takes place when group members share their knowledge with others in the group.
informational
this is one of the functions of a group
this function relates to the ways in which Different groups enforce established norms in various ways.
normative influence
this is one of the functions of a group
Change can be made by groups at times when individuals alone are ineffective.
empowerment
this is one of the functions of a group
Large organizations often have leadership that is provided by groups rather than by a single individual.
governance
what are the 3 types of groups in which nurses most often participate
task
teaching
supportive/therapeutic
these types of groups are Formed to accomplish a specific outcome.
Focus on solving problems and making decisions
task groups
these types of groups Convey knowledge and information to a number of individuals.
teaching groups
these types of groups Prevent future upsets by teaching the participants ways of dealing with emotional stress arising from situational or developmental crises.
supportive therapeutic groups
is a form of psychosocial treatment in which several patients meet with a therapist for purposes of sharing, gaining personal insight, and improving interpersonal coping strategies.
group therapy
these are based on theory. Focus is on group relations, interactions between group members, and the consideration of a selected issue.
therapy groups
Clients talk about fears and relieve feelings of isolation, while receiving comfort and advice from others undergoing similar experiences.
Composed of individuals with a similar problem.
May or may not have a professional leader.
Run by members, and leadership often rotates from member to member.
Nurse may function as a referral agent, resource person, member of an advisory board, or leader of the group.
self-help groups
what is one of the main differences between group therapy and therapeutic groups
- leaders of group therapy have advanced degrees
- therapeutic groups are not designed for psychotherapy
A patient expresses a desire to begin attending the self-help group Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Which nursing response gives the patient pertinent information about this type of group?
A. “In this type of group, membership is always within a fixed time frame.”
B. “Group members receive comfort and advice from others undergoing similar experiences.”
C. “The purpose of this type of group is to convey information to a number of individuals.”
D. “The function of this type of group is to accomplish a specific outcome.”
B.
what are some physical conditions that influence group dynamics
seating
size
membership
when seating members and preparing the setting for a group there should be no ___ between the members; A circle of chairs is better than chairs set around a table.
Size
barrier
group __ does make a difference in the interaction among members.
The larger the group, the less time is available to devote to individual members.
Seven or eight members provide a favorable climate for optimal group interaction and relationship development
size
(conditions that influence dynamics of groups)
these groups are those in which members leave and others join at any time while the group is active.
The continuous movement of members in and out creates discomfort that encourages unsettled behaviors in individual members and fosters the exploration of feelings.
open-ended groups
(conditions that influence dynamics of groups)
All members join at the time the group is organized and terminate membership at the end of a designated time frame.
closed-ended groups