Patient Interaction: Maslow's Hierarchy and Age Factors in Communication
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Why is it important to avoid crossing our arms when talking to a patient?

  • It creates a barrier and may convey a lack of openness (correct)
  • It is considered rude in most cultures
  • It can lead to misunderstandings during communication
  • It may cause the patient to feel intimidated

    • What is palpation?

  • The process of examining a patient's skin for abnormalities
  • The act of listening to the patient's heart rate
  • The technique of using touch to feel the body for abnormalities or changes (correct)
  • The method of observing a patient's body language

    • Why is professional appearance important?

  • To impress the patients and their families
  • To convey competence, trustworthiness, and respect for the patients (correct)
  • To intimidate the patients into obedience
  • To show off wealth and status

    • What considerations do we need to give to the visually impaired?

    <p>Offer assistance with mobility and orientation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What works best to communicate with the hearing impaired during an exam?

    <p>Using written instructions and visual aids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What instructions can you give a patient who only understands Spanish for a chest x-ray?

    <p>Use a professional medical interpreter to relay the instructions in Spanish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who makes the decision to restrain a patient?

    <p>The healthcare provider in charge of the patient's care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cultural globalization?

    <p>'The spread of different cultural products and values around the world'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some US mainstream values?

    <p>'Individualism, equality, freedom, and diversity'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age do infants start to develop memories that might bring about bad feelings of something like an x-ray room or lab coats?

    <p>3 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the biggest concerns for middle-aged individuals when poor health or a difficult diagnosis occurs?

    <p>Social isolation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most basic need in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

    <p>Physiological needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are factors to consider with pediatric patients?

    <p>Taking into account their developmental stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What works best to communicate with adolescents?

    <p>Respecting their autonomy and opinions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 2 types of communication?

    <p>Oral and non-verbal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age is considered a toddler?

    <p>2-4 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age is considered School Age?

    <p>6-12 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of non-verbal communication?

    <p>Nodding or shaking the head</p> Signup and view all the answers

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