18 Questions
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
What is palpation?
The technique of using touch to feel the body for abnormalities or changes
Why is professional appearance important?
To convey competence, trustworthiness, and respect for the patients
What considerations do we need to give to the visually impaired?
Offer assistance with mobility and orientation
What works best to communicate with the hearing impaired during an exam?
Using written instructions and visual aids
What instructions can you give a patient who only understands Spanish for a chest x-ray?
Use a professional medical interpreter to relay the instructions in Spanish
Who makes the decision to restrain a patient?
The healthcare provider in charge of the patient's care
What is cultural globalization?
'The spread of different cultural products and values around the world'
What are some US mainstream values?
'Individualism, equality, freedom, and diversity'
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?
3 years old
What are the biggest concerns for middle-aged individuals when poor health or a difficult diagnosis occurs?
Social isolation
What is the most basic need in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
Physiological needs
What are factors to consider with pediatric patients?
Taking into account their developmental stage
What works best to communicate with adolescents?
Respecting their autonomy and opinions
What are the 2 types of communication?
Oral and non-verbal
What age is considered a toddler?
2-4 years old
What age is considered School Age?
6-12 years old
What are some examples of non-verbal communication?
Nodding or shaking the head
This guided notes quiz covers the needs in Maslow's Hierarchy of needs and patient communication factors related to pediatric patients and infants. It includes sorting the needs in the hierarchy, understanding where patients usually stand in the hierarchy, factors to consider with pediatric patients, infant age definition, communication methods for infants, and soothing techniques during procedures.
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