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What is one common reaction from families of patients facing terminal illness?
What is one common reaction from families of patients facing terminal illness?
- Seeking alternative treatments
- Acceptance of the situation
- Denial of reality (correct)
- Immediate emotional support
Which skill is important for understanding patients' emotional states?
Which skill is important for understanding patients' emotional states?
- Assertive questioning
- Providing unsolicited advice
- Active listening (correct)
- Technical jargon
How should communication be structured when speaking to patients?
How should communication be structured when speaking to patients?
- Complex and detailed
- Casual and informal
- Highly technical and specific
- Clear, simple and understandable (correct)
What role does nonverbal communication play in understanding a patient?
What role does nonverbal communication play in understanding a patient?
Which factor influences a patient's overall well-being?
Which factor influences a patient's overall well-being?
Flashcards
Denial of Reality
Denial of Reality
A coping mechanism used by families and friends of patients facing terminal illness, involving avoidance of the situation.
Conflict Resolution
Conflict Resolution
A reaction to patients facing terminal illness where families and friends acknowledge the situation and accept the reality.
Active Listening
Active Listening
Paying close attention to what the patient is saying, including nonverbal cues like silences. It also means recognizing and managing silences.
Empathy
Empathy
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Appropriate Language
Appropriate Language
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