Professional Communication in Rehabilitation Lecture 9
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What should you prioritize when facing uncertainty in patient care?

  • Avoid asking to prevent interruptions
  • Always ask a question if you are unsure (correct)
  • Make assumptions based on past experiences
  • Discuss your confusion with co-workers

How is it best to approach your supervisor when you have questions?

  • Interrupt them immediately to ask all your questions
  • Pass a note to them during their meetings
  • Wait until you have multiple questions before approaching them (correct)
  • Schedule a formal meeting without pre-context

What conveys effective professional communication practices to your supervisor?

  • Waiting for the supervisor to ask you about concerns
  • Frequent interruptions with single questions
  • Complimenting them on their leadership
  • Consolidating questions to minimize disruptions (correct)

What action shows initiative at your workplace?

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What is the consequence of not asking questions when unsure?

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What should a healthcare provider do if they feel threatened by a patient's anger?

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Which strategy is effective in managing anxious patients?

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What should a healthcare provider do to encourage a patient to express their feelings about anger?

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How can healthcare providers help a patient feel understood regarding their anxiety?

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What is a common cause of anxiety known as 'white coat syndrome'?

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Which approach fosters a positive environment for anxious patients?

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What is the role of nonverbal communication when managing anxious patients?

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Why is it important to assess a patient's support system during anxiety management?

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What is the most important aspect to maintain when communicating with patients who are anxious?

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Which of the following is NOT recommended when working to resolve a dispute with a co-worker?

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What attitude should you maintain when communicating with your colleagues?

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Which channel of communication is most commonly used among healthcare team members?

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When is it appropriate to involve a supervisor in a dispute with a co-worker?

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What quality should you exhibit to ensure good communication with your colleagues?

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How should you approach patient anxiety in your communication?

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What is a preferred method of communication when personal matters arise between colleagues?

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What is the main cause of most workplace conflicts?

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When is it appropriate to communicate important matters with a co-worker?

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Why is it crucial to keep your supervisor informed about issues concerning patient care?

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What does displacement involve in therapeutic communication?

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What should you do if you are unsure about how to proceed with a task?

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Which statement best describes dissociation in a therapeutic context?

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How can effectively communicating with supervisors affect your job satisfaction?

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Why should you schedule an appointment to talk to a co-worker about an important matter?

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Identification in the context of therapeutic communication is characterized by what behavior?

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How does projection manifest in a patient's behavior?

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What can be a consequence of repeatedly asking supervisors questions that should already be known?

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In the example of the father experiencing grief, what roadblock is demonstrated?

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What is a key benefit of informing your supervisor about office-related issues?

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What is the primary aim of identification in a therapeutic setting?

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Which of the following is NOT indicative of dissociation?

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What is a common outcome of projection in therapeutic communication?

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What behavior is a patient demonstrating when they use false reasoning to justify their inappropriate actions?

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Which statement best describes regression in a patient?

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Which of the following is an example of repression?

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What is one potential cause of anger in patients?

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In managing an angry patient, which approach is recommended?

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What may trigger a patient’s anger according to the context provided?

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Which defense mechanism involves avoiding considerations of difficult options?

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Which behavior is least likely associated with an angry patient?

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Displacement

Unconsciously attributing one's own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or needs to someone or something else.

Dissociation

Disconnecting the emotional impact of a painful event or memory from the actual experience.

Identification

Copying the behavior of someone else to hide one's own emotions or reactions.

Projection

Attributing one's own feelings or thoughts to someone else.

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What is displacement?

The inability to accept ownership of certain thoughts, feelings, needs, or desires. These feelings are then attributed to someone or something outside of oneself.

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What is dissociation?

A mental process where someone detaches from the emotional significance of a painful or traumatic event.

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What is identification?

When someone mimics the behavior of another to conceal their own feelings or thoughts, often because they believe their own behavior is inadequate.

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What is projection?

When someone projects their own emotions onto another person or object, believing the other person is experiencing those feelings.

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What is rationalization?

A patient unconsciously uses false reasoning to justify unacceptable behavior, often to make it seem tolerable.

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What is regression?

A patient unconsciously reverts to immature or childlike behaviors, usually triggered by stress or difficult situations.

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What is repression?

A patient pushes painful thoughts, feelings, or experiences out of their conscious mind, often leading to avoidance or denial.

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What causes anger in patients?

Patients may become angry due to various reasons, including inadequate care, unfair treatment, loss of control, or frustration with their illness.

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How to manage an angry patient?

Recognize anger, stay calm and respectful, remain focused on the patient's needs, and resist the urge to defend yourself.

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Why is recognizing anger important?

It is important to identify and understand the various reasons behind a patient's anger.

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How can communication affect a patient's anger?

Patients may be angry due to feeling mistreated or unheard, which can be caused by ineffective communication.

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What is therapeutic communication?

Therapeutic communication aims to understand and address the patient's emotional and psychological needs.

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Help patients articulate their anger

When a patient expresses anger, it's important to help them articulate the specific reasons behind their anger and their thoughts about these reasons.

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Safety first: Leaving the room

If you feel threatened by a patient's anger, leave the room immediately and seek help from other healthcare professionals.

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Recognizing anxiety

When a patient is anxious, quickly identify the signs of anxiety and acknowledge it to them.

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Communicating with anxious patients

Maintain appropriate nonverbal communication, like using an open posture and maintaining a safe distance.

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Listen and paraphrase

Listen attentively and empathetically, making sure to effectively paraphrase what the patient tells you.

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Pinpointing anxiety source

Try to understand the source of the patient's anxiety by figuring out possible factors like upcoming procedures or test results.

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Patient comfort first

Ensure the patient's physical comfort to help them feel better and more open to communication.

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Support network

Identify and discuss the patient's support network, such as family members or friends, to connect them with valuable resources.

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Show Initiative

Instead of asking questions, you should be proactive in finding solutions by observing and suggesting improvements to your supervisor.

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Minimize interruptions

Before interrupting your supervisor, ensure they have time to talk. If you have a bunch of questions, save them for later to avoid repeatedly interrupting.

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Prioritize patient safety

In healthcare, patient safety comes first. Always ask questions if you are unsure about something. The risk of appearing uninformed is better than making a mistake that could harm a patient.

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Professional communication

Communicate with your supervisor in a manner that reflects your conscientiousness and desire to improve patient care.

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Suggest improvements

If you discover a more effective or efficient way to complete a task, inform your supervisor. They will appreciate your initiative and dedication to improving patient care.

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Respecting Colleagues' Time

When communicating with colleagues, always consider their time and schedule. If you need to discuss a significant matter, request an appointment to ensure they can dedicate sufficient time to the conversation.

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Keeping Supervisor Informed

Informing your supervisor about issues, even minor ones, demonstrates responsibility, trust, and your commitment to maintaining high standards.

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Asking Supervisor for Guidance

Supervisors are valuable resources. Don't be afraid to ask questions if you're unsure about a task or procedure.

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Communication with Supervisor - Importance

Effective communication with your supervisor is crucial for your job satisfaction and career advancement.

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Patient Care - Priority

Always prioritize patients' well-being. If you have any concerns about patient care, immediately inform your supervisor.

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Choosing the Right Time and Place

Choosing the right time and place is essential for effective communication, especially when discussing crucial matters.

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Effective Communication with Colleagues

Communicate with your colleagues in a considerate manner, respecting their time and focusing on the desired outcome.

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Effective Communication with Supervisor

Always be mindful of your communication with your supervisor, conveying information accurately and respectfully.

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Managing Patient Anxiety

Treat patient anxiety with honesty and empathy, explaining the source of anxiety and reassuring them. It's crucial to stay genuine and never minimize their feelings.

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Communication with Colleagues

When communicating with colleagues, practice the same principles used with patients: tact, courtesy, respect, empathy, and assertiveness. These qualities promote a harmonious work environment.

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Resolving Disputes

When facing a work-related dispute with a colleague, try to resolve it directly first. If the issue is serious (like harassment), involve a supervisor immediately.

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Communication Methods

In most medical settings, face-to-face communication is the primary method. However, email or paper-based communication might be necessary for specific circumstances.

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Assertive Communication

Assertiveness in communication is crucial for effective teamwork. It demonstrates confidence and commitment to your work, showing colleagues you're reliable and dedicated to patient care.

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Respecting Patient Feelings

Avoid minimizing or belittling a patient's anxiety, feelings, or thoughts. Always take their concerns seriously and notify the physician if necessary.

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Choosing the Right Communication

Always use an appropriate means of communication with co-workers. Face-to-face is often the best, but email or paper-based communication might be necessary in some situations.

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Effective Communication Skills

Effective communication in healthcare requires tact, courtesy, respect, empathy, and assertiveness. These qualities are essential for building trust and fostering positive relationships with colleagues and patients.

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Study Notes

Professional Communication and Behaviour

  • The presentation is about professional communication and behavior, delivered by Dr/ Sara Said Youssef Ali, an assistant professor at Aqaba University of Technology.

Communication Skills in Rehabilitation

  • This lecture is part of a series on professional communication and behaviour in rehabilitation.
  • It's Lecture 9, Part 3.

Roadblocks to Therapeutic Communication (Patients)

  • Certain patient behaviors can impede communication.
  • Ineffective coping mechanisms, like compensation, are often unconscious defense mechanisms. For example, an obese patient might overemphasize taking medication instead of exercising or eating healthier.
  • Anger or anxiety can also affect communication; patients may not understand what they are expressing.

Ineffective Coping Behaviors (Examples)

  • Compensation: Overemphasizing a positive trait to mask a perceived deficiency in another area. (e.g., the obese patient focusing on taking medication rather than healthy choices.)
  • Denial: Unconsciously rejecting the existence of feelings, needs, thoughts, desires, or facts. (e.g., a cancer patient denying the diagnosis, even when confirmed by tests.)
  • Displacement: Attributing feelings, needs, or thoughts to someone or something else outside of oneself. (e.g., a grieving father expressing hostility toward the child's doctor.)
  • Dissociation: Separating the emotional significance of an idea or event from the event itself. (e.g., a patient relating childhood abuse without acknowledging the pain.)
  • Identification: Mimicking the behavior of another person to conceal one's own inadequacy. (e.g., a teenager mimicking a stoic father's reaction to bad news.)
  • Projection: Attributing one's own feelings to another person or object. (e.g., a patient angry about care accusing the healthcare professional of being angry.)
  • Rationalization: Using false reasoning to justify inappropriate or unacceptable behavior. (e.g., a patient not showing up to an appointment, blaming the staff for not asking about availability.)
  • Regression: Returning to immature behaviors or thoughts due to stressful circumstances. (e.g., a patient avoiding decision-making about a procedure.)
  • Repression: Unconsciously pushing painful thoughts, feelings, ideas, or events out of awareness.

Angry Patients

  • Patients may become angry for various reasons, including inadequate care, unfair treatment, or personal insults.
  • This can stem from the illness itself or frustration with the medical care or behavior of another person.
  • Effective communication with angry patients requires managing anger in a safe, supportive, and empathetic way.

Dealing with Angry Patients

  • Key steps include recognizing anger, remaining calm and respectful, focusing on the patient's needs, resisting the urge to defend, and encouraging specific expression of anger.
  • If a patient is feeling threatened, seek help from a supervisor or colleague.

Anxious Patients

  • Anxiety can stem from a variety of factors—physical health concerns, the "white coat syndrome," worrying about a family member, etc.
  • It is important to recognize anxious patients in a similar, empathetic manner to that of angry patients.

Managing Anxious Patients

  • Quickly identify signs of anxiety.
  • Acknowledge the anxiety, and use non-verbal communication with appropriate posture and eye contact.
  • Listen attentively and paraphrase the patient's concerns.
  • Identify potential anxieties (e.g., procedure, results).
  • Make the patient physically comfortable and determine what support they already have in place.
  • Avoid minimizing their feelings, be truthful and genuine.
  • Keep the physician/supervisor informed of the patient's concerns.

Communication with Colleagues

  • Effective workplace communication is crucial for the quality of work.
  • Healthcare teams should use tact, courtesy, respect, empathy, genuineness, and assertiveness when communicating.
  • Use appropriate methods (face-to-face, email, etc.) for different types of communication.
  • Assertiveness is key for resolving issues, while keeping a friendly manner.
  • Choose appropriate times and places for important communication, being considerate of colleagues' time.

Communication with Supervisors

  • Keep supervisors informed about concerns, especially issues related to patient care. This includes both serious concerns and minor issues.
  • Prompt and effective communication builds trust and ensures the practice meets expectations.
  • Keep communication with supervisors concise and to the point, while being detailed enough to offer context.
  • Minimize interruptions of supervisor's time; respectfully request appropriate times to discuss matters. A brief opening statement (e.g., "Do you have a few minutes to talk?") builds respect and ensures time awareness.
  • Demonstrate initiative (willingness to go above and beyond in the workplace).

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This quiz covers Lecture 9, Part 3 on professional communication and behavior focusing on rehabilitation. It discusses roadblocks to therapeutic communication with patients and explores ineffective coping mechanisms. Understand the unconscious defense mechanisms that can impair patient communication.

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