communication Flashcards

(16 cards)

1
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Communication can be

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verbal and nonverbal

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Verbal communication is relaying a message to another person by

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songs
shouting
various speaking tones

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3
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Nonverbal communication is physical movement that distributes a message by

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sign language
eyerolling
shoulder shrugging

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4
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For accurate verbal communication, what shouldn’t be used?

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Jargon

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5
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Jargon refers to words or expressions that may be

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difficult for others to understand.

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6
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Formal Communication
is used in the workplace and discourages the use of

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slang and nicknames

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7
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Formal communication can include

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employee scheduling, specific meeting dates, presentations, and more.

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8
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Informal Communication
is the type of communication you would use with friends and family that could include

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slang

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9
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A casual conversation with a coworker is also considered

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informal communication

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10
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what are two types of informal communication?

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gossiping and rumors

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11
Q

Avoid speaking in a ______ about coworkers

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derogatory manner

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12
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ineffective methods of communication and can contribute to errors within the work environment that could potentially even lead to patient harm.

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gossiping and rumors

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13
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Effective communication means

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refraining from gossip or rumors, speaking in a non-abrasive tone, and actively listening while others speak.

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14
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If an issue arises that can’t be resolved by the sterile processing technicians, it should be raised with the

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supervisor or manager

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15
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An effective leader may have to coach the department to provide

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positive reinforcement

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