Week 1 Flashcards
Who is the person who decodes the message?
the reciever
What are the 5 Cs of communication?
complete, clear, concise, cohesive, courteous
What type of question is “Are you still taking your medication?”
closed ended question
Which of the following is the highest level of the hierarchy of needs?
self-actulization
When communicating, what percent of the message is actually communicated by the spoken word?
7%
Palliative care focuses on?
quality of life while relieving symptoms of pain and suffering of often requested alongside disease-focused treatment?
What is a major fear of patients with a life-threatening illness?
independence loss
In life-threatening illnesses, who is considered the secondary patient?
family and friends
What is the likely treatment for cancer?
radiation therapy
What are the causes of long-term stress?
negative events