NUR 661 Exam 2 – Maryville Study Guide from Bremer Review

NUR 661 Exam 2 – Maryville Study Guide from Bremer Review. BLOCKING - ANSWER -(Being able to intervene effectively, without attacking anyone, when members engage in counterproductive behaviors). Intervening to stop counter productive group behavior EMPATHIZING - ANSWER -(Intuitively sensing the subjective world of others in a group, being able to adopt the frame of reference of others, and communicating this understanding to clients so they feel understood). The aim is to foster trust in the therapeutic relationship; to communicate understanding; to encourage deeper levels of self-exploration. EVALUATING - ANSWER -(Appraising the ongoing group process and the individual and group dynamics). The aim is to promote better self-awareness and understanding of group movement and direction FACILITATING - ANSWER -(Helping members clarify their own goals and take steps to reach them). Opening up clear and direct communication within the group; helping members assume increasing responsibility for the group's direction GIVING FEEDBACK - ANSWER -(Providing information to members in such a way that they can use it to make constructive behavior changes). Expression of concrete and honest reactions based on observation of members' behaviors GOAL SETTING - ANSWER -(Being able to work cooperatively with members so that there is an alignment between members goals and leader goals, being able to assist members in establishing concrete goals). Planning specific goals for the group process and helping participants define concrete and meaningful goals INITIATING - ANSWER -(Demonstrating an active stance in intervening in a group at appropriate times). Promoting participation and introducing new directions in the group