Personal Characteristics and Self-Management Quiz

Personal Characteristics Overview

• Empathy: Ability to understand and identify with others' feelings, motives, and situations.
• Honesty: Embraces truthfulness and integrity in actions and communication.
• Dependability: Commitment to performing tasks accurately and on time, including responsibility for attendance and punctuality.

Adaptability and Attitude

• Willingness to Learn: Openness to learning and adapting to new circumstances and changes.
• Patience: Capacity for tolerance and understanding, effectively managing frustration.
• Acceptance of Criticism: Readiness to receive feedback and utilize it as a learning opportunity.
• Enthusiasm: Displaying a positive attitude and enjoyment in one's work.

Self-Management Skills

• Self-Motivation: Initiative to identify and complete tasks independently without ongoing supervision.
• Tact: Skill in responding with kindness and appropriateness in difficult situations.
• Competence: Capability and qualification to perform tasks with a constant pursuit of accuracy.

Accountability and Discretion

• Responsibility: Willingness to be held accountable for one’s actions and decisions.
• Discretion: Employing sound judgment in communications, particularly regarding confidential information in healthcare settings.

Interpersonal Skills

• Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Commitment: Dedication to one's role and responsibilities.
• Communication: Vital exchange of information, emotions, and ideas through various forms.

Modes of Communication

• Verbal: Involves spoken words and written communications to convey messages.
• Nonverbal: Incorporates body language, facial expressions, and physical touch to communicate feelings and reactions.
• Listening: Actively concentrating and making an effort to understand the speaker’s message.

Cultural Awareness

• Cultural Diversity: Acknowledges and respects differences in cultural backgrounds and practices.
• Culture: Encompasses shared values, beliefs, attitudes, and customs of a community passed through generations.

Collaborative Work

• Teamwork: Professionals cooperating for the patient's benefit, enhancing care quality.
• Leadership: Guiding and motivating a group towards common objectives.

Leadership Styles

• Democratic Leader: Encourages group participation in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Laissez-faire Leader: Creates an environment with minimal guidelines, promoting team independence.
• Autocratic Leader: Maintains strict control, making unilateral decisions for the group.

Stress Management

• Stress: Body's response to perceived threats or challenges, influencing health and productivity.
• Stressors: Triggers that demand behavioral changes or adaptations to new situations.

Problem Solving and Time Management

• Problem Solving Method: Systematic steps to address issues include identification, solution listing, planning, action, evaluation, and adjustment.
• Time Management: Skills that optimize the effective use of time, enhancing productivity and goal attainment.

Goal Setting

• Goal: A specific desired outcome that one strives to achieve.

Leadership Definition

• Leader: An individual who guides or influences a group toward achieving its goals.