Inappropriate Sexual Behavior Flashcards

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Define Inappropriate Sexual Behavior

A

Verbal or physical act of an explicit, or perceived sexual nature, which is unacceptable within the social contet in which it is carried out.

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What are some viewpoints as to the potential causes of IPSB?

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Unmet emotional needs of patient.
Advocate exploring patients’ feelings and providing affection.

View behaviors as sexual harassment and, at times, seem to define the patient as an adversary.

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What are 2 passive and 2 aggressive responses to unwanted sexual advances?

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Passive–
Ignored or joked about the behavior.
Blamed themselves.

Aggressive–
Belittled
Punished or withheld health care from patients.

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4
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When a patient is cognitively intact, what are the 2 types of “conceptual dimensions” that describe why they are making inappropriate remarks or advances?

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Intentional v unintentional.

Affiliative v distancing.

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5
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Responses to IPSB have 2 goals.

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Protect the professional.

Educate the patient.

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What are the 3 parts to an Assertive Approach?

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Requires discussion of the incident with patient.
Setting boundaries.
Responses are respectful and firm.

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7
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The best assertive statements are:

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Clear
Precise
Directive
Calm

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