Asked by
Laurel Tilton-Liebl
on Oct 25, 2024
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A medical assistant who does not intrude on a patient's personal space is ____.
A) being rude and inconsiderate
B) showing respect for the patient's feelings
C) avoiding dealing with the situation
D) feeling uncomfortable with the patient
E) unlikely to get true answers from the patient
Personal Space
The physical area surrounding someone, which they regard as psychologically theirs; intrusion into this space can result in discomfort, anger, or anxiety.
Rude
Displaying a lack of courtesy or respect for others; impolite behavior.
Considerate
Showing careful thought, especially towards the feelings and needs of others.
- Discern body language signals and correctly evaluate them in the context of providing patient care.
- Appreciate the necessity of empathy, respect, and openness in engagements in both professional and therapeutic environments.
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MA
Learning Objectives
- Discern body language signals and correctly evaluate them in the context of providing patient care.
- Appreciate the necessity of empathy, respect, and openness in engagements in both professional and therapeutic environments.