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What is one aspect of assertive communication mentioned in the text?
What is one aspect of assertive communication mentioned in the text?
- Yelling or bullying
- Focusing on the patient (correct)
- Being accusatory
- Being disrespectful of authority
In the context of assertive communication, what is NOT considered effective?
In the context of assertive communication, what is NOT considered effective?
- Engaging the supervisor
- Engaging another healthcare worker
- Yelling and bullying (correct)
- Restating concerns in a different way
What is a suggested step when assertiveness doesn't work as per the text?
What is a suggested step when assertiveness doesn't work as per the text?
- Persistently raise concerns again
- Engage your supervisor (correct)
- Avoid engaging other healthcare workers
- Disregard the concern
What should you do after suggesting a course of action in assertive communication?
What should you do after suggesting a course of action in assertive communication?
What is essential for real teamwork, as stated in the text?
What is essential for real teamwork, as stated in the text?
Which behavior is not considered assertive communication based on the text?
Which behavior is not considered assertive communication based on the text?
What is one of the steps to take if assertiveness doesn't work?
What is one of the steps to take if assertiveness doesn't work?
What should you do after stating your concern in assertive communication?
What should you do after stating your concern in assertive communication?
What action should you take if assertiveness fails and your supervisor is unavailable?
What action should you take if assertiveness fails and your supervisor is unavailable?
Which of the following is an incorrect mannerism during assertive communication?
Which of the following is an incorrect mannerism during assertive communication?