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What is the purpose of therapeutic communication in a healthcare setting?
What is the purpose of therapeutic communication in a healthcare setting?
- To express empathy with body language
- To conduct medical, dental, and social history collection
- To apply effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills
- To reveal patient needs and provide support in meeting patient health goals (correct)
What is the foundation for the patient-healthcare provider relationship?
What is the foundation for the patient-healthcare provider relationship?
- Empathy
- Honest responses without bias
- Trust (correct)
- Effective verbal and nonverbal communication
What type of questions should be asked during the patient-centered interview in a dental hygiene process of care?
What type of questions should be asked during the patient-centered interview in a dental hygiene process of care?
- Rhetorical questions for emphasis
- Closed-ended questions for concise responses
- Open-ended questions to get clarification and more info (correct)
- Leading questions to direct the conversation
What is the role of empathy in therapeutic communication?
What is the role of empathy in therapeutic communication?
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What is considered ideal for medical/dental/social history collection during the assessment phase of the dental hygiene process of care?
What is considered ideal for medical/dental/social history collection during the assessment phase of the dental hygiene process of care?
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Purpose of Therapeutic Communication
- Enhances patient understanding and participation in care decisions.
- Builds trust and rapport between patients and healthcare providers.
- Promotes emotional support and addresses patient concerns and fears.
Foundation for Patient-Healthcare Provider Relationship
- Trust is the cornerstone; it enables open communication and collaboration.
- Respecting patient autonomy and privacy fosters a supportive environment.
- Effective listening and non-verbal communication strengthen the connection.
Questions for Patient-Centered Interview in Dental Hygiene Care
- Open-ended questions encourage patients to express their concerns and experiences.
- Inquire about oral health habits, previous dental experiences, and expectations.
- Assess nutritional habits and how they may affect oral health status.
Role of Empathy in Therapeutic Communication
- Empathy helps healthcare providers understand patients’ feelings and perspectives.
- It facilitates a supportive environment, making patients feel valued and heard.
- Empathetic interactions can lead to improved patient satisfaction and compliance.
Ideal Practices for History Collection in Dental Hygiene Assessment
- Comprehensive collection of medical, dental, and social histories is vital.
- Focus on current medications, allergies, and systemic health conditions.
- Understand patient demographics, behaviors, and lifestyle factors impacting oral health.
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