professional communication with family members and colleagues

Question 1

what is “immediate family” via medical purposes?

Answer 1

genetic heredity of diseases and risk factors
biologically related relatives
- parents and grandparents
- siblings
- children and grandchildren

Question 2

“immediate family” via social purposes

Answer 2

non-biologically related individuals in the above categories
- spouse
- adopted children and step children
- in-laws

Question 3

what is “family” in psychosocial purposes

Answer 3

a person’s whole “family” may not necessarily be related by blood or marriage

Question 4

pyramid-like structure of control where there is a set “leader” and one or more successively lower tiers of authority and responsibility within the team structure

Answer 4

hierarchial control

Question 5

based on each member’s skill set and experience, where the “leadership” and authority over the group may shift based upon the situation at hand

Answer 5

relationship-centered team function

Question 6

facilitator leads the meeting with opportunities for whole group to comment

Answer 6

plenary discussion

Question 7

1+ rep provides info to the group; normally followed with a defined Q&A period

Answer 7

reports/presentations

Question 8

members may volunteer ideas at any time, which are displayed for the whole group to see; may set aside time to review ideas

Answer 8

brainstorm

Question 9

Each person gets to speak; may have time limit; usually no discussion until all have had a turn

Answer 9

go-round

Question 10

Participants offer a list of arguments for and against a proposal; a facilitator collectively reviews the “pro” or “con” side

Answer 10

pros and cons

Question 11

Participants provide anonymous feedback which is reviewed by the facilitator

Answer 11

anonymous cards

Question 12

Participants who are known to support a certain viewpoint “trade places” and argue the opposing viewpoint instead

Answer 12

switching places

Question 13

Small groups discuss an agenda item, with a summary of each group’s highlights

Answer 13

small groups

Question 14

Rotating small group discussions - moderator stays at a table while other participants switch tables and topics periodically

Answer 14

world cafe

Question 15

Central sub-group discusses the topic, while a larger outer group observes and offers silent support

Answer 15

fishbowl

Question 16

type of fishbowl with varied points of view on an issue are all represented in the center group

Answer 16

heterogenous fishbowl

Question 17

type of fishbowl where everyone in a particular class/point of view sits in the center group and states their points first, then the groups change out for each point of view

Answer 17

homogeneous fishbowl

Question 18

3 key elements of a successful team

Answer 18

1. Effective Communication
   - Conflict management
   - Delegation of responsibilities
   - Awareness of role within the team
2. Common Priorities
   - Understanding of and commitment to goal
   - Adaptation to challenges
3. Interpersonal Skills
   - Respect for other members of team
   - Admission of failure / No placing blame on others
   - Patience and empathy

Question 19

5 components that make up team dynamics

Answer 19

1. honesty
2. discipline
3. creativity
4. humility
5. curiosity