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17 Cards in this Set

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Sender
person conveying the message
Receiver
individual message is conveyed to
One-way communication
a structured form of communication in which the sender is in control
Two-way communication
requires that both the sender and the receiver participate equally in the interaction
Connotative meaning
reflects the individuals perception or interception of a given word
Denotative meaning
commonly accepted definition of a particular word
Jargon
commonplace language or terminology unique to people in a particular work setting
Empathy
ability to recognize and, to some extent, share the emotions and states of mind of another and to understand the meaning and significance of that person's behavior
Non-Verbal Communication
1. Voice
2. Eye Contact
3. Physical Appearance
4. Posture
Styles of Communication
1. Assertive
2. Aggressive
3. Unassertive
Therapeutic communication
facilitates the formation of a positive nurse-patient relationship
Non-therapeutic communication
techniques, both verbal and non verbal
Assertive Communication
interaction that takes into account the feelings and needs of the patient, yet honors the right os a patient
Aggressive Communication
interact with another in an overpowering and forceful manner to meet your own personal needs at the expense of another
Unassertive Communication
agrees to do what the patient requests, even though doing so will create additional problems for the nurse
Subjective Tests
Opinion
Objective Tests
Information you can see with your own eyes