Healthcare Communication Techniques
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What is the purpose of using open-ended questions in a clinical interview?

  • To intimidate the patient
  • To allow patients to provide more genuine responses (correct)
  • To limit the amount of information shared
  • To gather specific information

What is an example of a nonverbal communication technique used in a clinical interview?

  • Paraphrasing
  • Empathy
  • Functional silence (correct)
  • Confrontation

What is the goal of the exploratory phase in a clinical interview?

  • To diagnose the patient's condition
  • To provide a treatment plan
  • To establish a rapport with the patient (correct)
  • To gather specific information

What is an example of a semistructured interview technique?

<p>Using parallelisms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common mistake to avoid in a clinical interview?

<p>Impersonal greeting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of clinical interview is often used in psychology and psychiatry?

<p>Free/Non-formal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of patient-centered approach in clinical interviews?

<p>Empathizing with the patient's emotions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'enrolling' in patient-centered approach?

<p>To involve the patient in the decision-making process (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of non-verbal communication in patient consultations?

<p>Using open and relaxed body language (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of active listening in patient consultations?

<p>To understand the patient's expectations and beliefs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the negotiation stage in a clinical interview?

<p>To reach a compromise between the patient and the therapist (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common mistake to avoid during the informative stage of a clinical interview?

<p>Interrupting the patient during their response (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of verifying information during the informative stage?

<p>To ensure the patient understands the diagnosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential aspect of active listening in a clinical interview?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a patient's medical records?

<p>To provide a chronological account of the patient's treatment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using charts in clinical assessments?

<p>To associate obtained values with specific applications (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum speed for preset speed in isokinetic exercises?

<p>500 degrees/second (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using a clinical interview in obtaining a patient's data?

<p>It brings an accurate diagnosis in 75% of cases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of allowing both concentric and eccentric exercising in isokinetic foundations?

<p>It allows for a more comprehensive assessment of muscle function (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using comparative assessments in treatment effectiveness?

<p>To compare the affected side with the healthy side (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When performing a manual muscle test, what should the tester's hands be aligned with?

<p>The traction force of the tested muscle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of decreasing the temperature when preparing for muscular testing?

<p>To maintain increased tone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of the 'make test' in muscular testing?

<p>To apply progressive resistance to the tested muscle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a 'break test' in muscular testing?

<p>It allows for assessment of muscle strength at the end of ROM (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of manual muscle testing?

<p>Minimum friction and firm support (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During muscle testing, what can influence Real muscle strength?

<p>Both patient and examiner influences (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential for an examiner to have technical skills during muscle testing?

<p>To ensure accuracy and reliability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should an examiner avoid during muscle testing?

<p>Touching or holding the muscle belly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can affect the patient's performance during muscle testing?

<p>Comprehension skills and discomfort (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should an expert clinician never do during muscle testing?

<p>Ignore patient's comments (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for an examiner to have knowledge of anatomic features during muscle testing?

<p>To identify muscle location and fibers direction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can affect the reliability of muscle testing results?

<p>Joint laxity and deformity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for an examiner to have during muscle testing?

<p>Both technical and palpation skills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can influence a patient's muscle strength during testing?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should an examiner consider during muscle testing?

<p>Patient's comments and technical skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does AROM assessment provide information about?

<p>Articular surfaces, muscles, nerves, tendons, coordination, and cerebellum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between AROM and PROM assessments?

<p>PROM is slightly greater than AROM (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor influencing ROM in women?

<p>Increased connective tissue laxity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age do children have a higher ROM than adults?

<p>Under 2 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a commonly recognized factor influencing ROM?

<p>Evidence-based practice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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