When communicating with persons who have speech impairment, allow for long silences while they formulate responses to answers. It is best not to ask questions of patients with speech impairments.
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19. Identify the connective tissue. 20. Name a function of this tissue.
15. What phase of the cell life cycle do cells spend the mos…
15. What phase of the cell life cycle do cells spend the most time in? 16. What phase of mitosis do the chromosomes seperate and move toward opposite ends of the cell?
Which is NOT a construct of the Process of Cultural Competen…
Which is NOT a construct of the Process of Cultural Competence in the Delivery of Healthcare Services Model?
What are the six steps in the cultural competency continuum?
What are the six steps in the cultural competency continuum?
The dental hygiene patient is informative that scaling and r…
The dental hygiene patient is informative that scaling and root planing is required. The patient is knowledgeable regarding the need for treatment but declines the care. Which legal term describes the patient’s decision?
Each of the following is an example of respectful language t…
Each of the following is an example of respectful language to promote positive communication EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION?
The statement, “You’re very determined, even in the face of…
The statement, “You’re very determined, even in the face of discouragement. This change must really be important to you.” is an example of ________.
The acquired or innate tendency for health professionals to…
The acquired or innate tendency for health professionals to “fix” a patient’s problem by offering prescriptive advise is referred to as __________.
When does preventative counseling take place?
When does preventative counseling take place?