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Foundations of Nursing
Communication chapter 3
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Nursing
Professional
08/28/2011

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Connotative meaning

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reflects the individual’s perception or interpretation of a given word.

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Denotative meaning

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the commonly accepted definition of a particular word.

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Expressive aphasia

 

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a physiologic condition in which an individual is unable to communicate a desired message.

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Focusing

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a communication technique used when more specific information is needed to accurately understand the patient’s message.

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Gestures

Definition

movements used to emphasize the idea being communicated.

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Jargon

Definition

 common place language or terminology unique to people in a work setting.

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Minimal encouragement

Definition

a subtle communication technique that communicates to the patient that the nurse is interested and wants to hear more.

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Nontherapeutic communication

Definition

communication techniques, both verbal and nonverbal, that hinder the nurse-patient relationship.

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Nonverbal communication

Definition

 the transmission of messages without the use of words.

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One-way communication 

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a structured form of communication in which the sender is in control.

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Open-ended communication

Definition

a question that does not require a specific response and allows the individual to elaborate freely on a subject.

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Open posture

Definition

a relaxed stance with uncrossed arms and legs while facing another individual.

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Paraphrasing

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a communication technique that involves restating the patients message in the nurses own words to verify that the nurses interpretation of the message is correct.

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Passive listening

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receiving a message without any response or indication of understanding.

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Receive, receiver

Definition

the individual or individuals to whom a message is conveyed.

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Receptive aphasia

Definition

a physiological condition in which an individual cannot recognize or interpret the message being received.

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Reflecting

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a communication technique that assists the patient to reflect on inner feelings and thoughts rather than seeking answers or advice from someone else.

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Restating

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a communication technique that involves the nurse repeating to the patient what the nurse believes to be the main point that the patient is trying to convey.

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Send, sender

Definition

the person conveying a message.

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Therapeutic communication

Definition

a form of communication that facilitates the formation of a positive nurse-patient relationship.

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Two-way communication

Definition

a form of communication that requires that both the sender and the receiver participate equally in the interaction.

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Unassertive communication

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a style of communication in which the sender sacrifices legitimate personal rights to meet the needs of the receiver, often resulting in feelings of resentment.

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Verbal communication

Definition

a form of communication that involves the use of spoken or written words or symbols.

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