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What is the main purpose of communication in physiotherapy?
To influence others and solve problems
Why is communication important in health sciences?
To identify the required model and have necessary skills for communication
What are the positive variables in the relationship between a physical therapist and a patient?
Affectionate behavior, understanding the patient's perceptions and cognitions, giving information in an understandable way, generating hope, generating confidence
What is essential for healthcare professionals in terms of communication?
To have necessary skills for communication and identify the model required
What does quality communication between a physical therapist and a patient lead to?
Adherence and patient's self-confidence
What does effective communication in physiotherapy help to generate?
Hope and confidence
What is the primary function of gaze in non-verbal communication?
Regulating the flow of communication
When is a smile considered inappropriate in non-verbal communication?
When delivering bad news
What does posture convey in non-verbal communication?
Relative position of a person in relation to the interlocutor
What does physical contact regulation predominantly involve in non-verbal communication?
Type of relationship and degree of acceptance
What aspect of personal appearance contributes to non-verbal communication?
Adornment to generate impressions
What do self-manipulations and nervous moments represent in non-verbal communication?
Nervousness or involuntary gestures
What is the primary purpose of paraverbal communication?
Help form judgments about people
In what way does voice volume influence non-verbal communication?
Indicates nervousness
What aspect of speech reflects the quality of the message in paraverbal communication?
Clarity
What is an essential part of communication according to paraverbal components?
Pauses and silences
What indicates concrete signs of interest in verbal communication?
A forward posture with open gestures and affirmative head movements
What do open questions allow for in verbal communication?
A broader response from the interlocutor
Which of the following best defines communication?
An interpersonal process in which participants express something of themselves through verbal and non-verbal signs with the intention of influencing each other
What is the 'FRISBEE' approach to communication focused on?
Interpersonal communication emphasizing confirmation and mutual understanding
What does the term 'context' refer to in communication?
The specific situation in which communication takes place
What is the role of 'filters' in communication?
To act as mental barriers based on values, experiences, and prejudices
What is the main characteristic of non-verbal communication?
It includes gestures, facial expressions, and tone of voice
What does 'decoding' refer to in communication?
The internal process to interpret the message by the receiver
What is 'feedback' in communication?
The information given back to the sender by the receiver about his own communication
What does 'noise' represent in communication?
Disturbances during message transmission not related to sound
What does 'channel' refer to in communication?
The medium through which the message is sent
What are the key components of communication?
'Sender', 'Receiver', 'Channel', 'Code'
How can a good communicator be identified?
By making the interlocutor feel listened to, communicating without attacking anyone, and conveying a dialogue-favoring attitude
What do filters represent in communication?
Mental barriers from values, experiences, expectations, prejudices of sender and receiver
Why is communication essential for healthcare professionals?
To identify the communication model required and have necessary skills
What does quality communication between a physical therapist and a patient lead to?
Patient's self-confidence and feeling of control
What is the primary function of gaze in non-verbal communication?
To convey interest and attentiveness
What does effective communication in physiotherapy help to generate?
Patient's satisfaction and compliance
What is 'feedback' in communication?
The receiver's response to the sender's message
What does 'context' refer to in communication?
The physical environment of the interaction
What are the 4 functions of non-verbal communication related to gaze?
Regulation of the flow of communication, feedback, expression of emotions, communication of the nature of personal relationship
What is the main function of physical contact in non-verbal communication?
To welcome and show understanding
What is the purpose of self-manipulations in non-verbal communication?
To express nervousness and repetitive involuntary movements
What does paraverbal communication primarily involve?
Volume, tone, speed, fluency, and clarity in speech
What does personal attention in verbal communication indicate?
Interest in the speaker's ideas and feelings
What is the difference between open and closed questions in verbal communication?
Open questions allow for a broader response while closed questions mark limited possibilities of response.
What does communication in physiotherapy primarily aim to achieve?
Generating trust and building rapport with patients
What is the role of voice volume in non-verbal communication?
To emphasize and capture attention
'Teach-Back for Quality Education And Patient Safety' is associated with which aspect of verbal communication?
'Explaining' using simple language
'Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Patient-Centered Care: Mastering the Competencies' is a reference for which aspect of communication?
'Verbal components' and 'paraverbal components'
What is 'feedback' in communication?
Monitoring interlocutor reactions
What is the primary function of non-verbal communication?
Expressing emotions and defining relationships between interlocutors
What does the 'FRISBEE' approach to communication focus on?
Flexibility, planning, and interaction
What is the main role of filters in communication?
Mental barriers from values, experiences, and prejudices of sender and receiver
What is the purpose of 'decoding' in communication?
The process of interpreting the message based on personal experience
What indicates concrete signs of interest in verbal communication?
Voice volume and tone
Why is communication important in health sciences?
To reduce unnecessary uncertainty during information exchange
What are the key components of communication?
Message, channel, code, context
What does 'context' refer to in communication?
The specific situation in which communication takes place
'Feedback' in communication refers to:
The information sent from sender to receiver about their own communication
What does 'noise' represent in communication?
Disturbances during message transmission not related to sound
What is essential for healthcare professionals in terms of communication?
To reduce unnecessary uncertainty during information exchange
What is an essential part of communication according to paraverbal components?
Voice volume and tone inflections
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