Unit 4- IPSB

Question 1

Inappropriate Px Sexual Behavior

Answer 1

verbal or physical acct of an expllicit or perceived sexual nature, which is unacceptable within the social context in which it is carried out

Question 2

Spectrum of behaviors

Answer 2

staring, gestures, romantic gifts, suggestive remarks, propositions, genital exposure, unnecessary touching or physical proximity, sexual assault, threats, rape

Question 3

IPSB stem from:

Answer 3

unmet emotional needs of px, advocate exploring px feelings and providing affection, view behavior as sexual harassment and px as adversary

Question 4

Usual response to IPSB

Answer 4

passive: ignore or joke about behavior, blame themselves
aggressive: belittled, punished or withheld health care from px.

Question 5

Empathy and professional commitment

Answer 5

• professional duty
• altruism
• compassion/caring

Question 6

Intentional vs. unintentional

Answer 6

intentional: realize what they are doing is inappropriate

unintentional- do not know what they are doing is wrong

Question 7

affiliative vs distancing

Answer 7

Affiliative: intended to increase intimacy between px and client
Distancing: intended to damage relationship

Question 8

Assertive approach

Answer 8

• require discussion of incident w/px
• setting boundaries
• responses are respectful and firm
• are best if they are: clear, precise, directive, calm