Self & Awareness
This is the outer layer of the self that represents the public face
Persona
A family that encourages communication and supports members is called this
Healthy
Study of meanings of ethical terms.
Meta-ethics
Exchange of information, ideas, thoughts, feelings and emotions between individuals and groups
communication
Mental/emotional strain
stress
This part of the self helps get the job of living done and is influenced by expectations
Ego
In this type of family, children are “seen and not heard.”
Dysfunctional family
Application of ethics to healthcare.
Bioethics
This skill ensures understanding by asking questions or repeating back
clarification
Physical/mental exhaustion from long-term stress
burnout
Name one sign of growth in self-awareness.
Less defensive, open to change, accepts responsibility
A value is defined as this type of belief
operational belief
This concept binds healthcare professionals to high standards of care.
Ethics and the law
Why is communication important in OT groups?
Ensures understanding, participation, safety
Name one cause of burnout.
Work overload / unclear roles / unrealistic goals
This type of communication skill involves repeating or simplifying what someone says.
Clarification
This occurs when you must choose between conflicting values.
value conflict (moral dilemma)
This focuses on preserving the therapist-client relationship.
Ethics of care
Give one strategy for improving communication in a group.
Active listening / asking questions
Name one prevention strategy of burnout
Work-life balance / self-care
This type of listening helps an agitated person hear their own thoughts
Active listening
Give an example of value-based behavior vs. need-based behavio
Explains meaning vs automatic action (need bx is automatic- need a drink of water vs value bx -realize the importance of hydration not just getting a drink of water)
In OT practice, whose needs come first?
The client
What happens when communication breaks down in a group?
Misunderstanding / conflict / reduced participation
Why is burnout dangerous in OT practice?
Affects care quality and therapist well-being