HSC 3661
Therapeutic Communication
Skills
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Q&S
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,1. Which of the following is considered a foundational skill in
therapeutic communication?
a) Diagnostic reasoning
b) Emotional intelligence
c) Advanced pharmacology
d) Time management
ANS: b) Emotional intelligence
2. In therapeutic communication, active listening includes all of
the following EXCEPT:
a) Nodding appropriately
b) Preparing a counterargument
c) Summarizing patient statements
d) Asking open-ended questions
ANS: b) Preparing a counterargument
3. Which model of communication emphasizes the importance
of mutual influence between participants?
a) Linear model
b) Transactional model
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, c) Interactive model
d) Unidirectional model
ANS: b) Transactional model
4. What is the primary goal of therapeutic communication in a
healthcare setting?
a) To educate patients about medical conditions
b) To assert the healthcare provider’s authority
c) To build rapport and trust
d) To increase patient turnover rate
ANS: c) To build rapport and trust
5. Which aspect of communication is critical when dealing with
cross-cultural patients?
a) Noise levels in the setting
b) Use of medical jargon
c) Cultural competence
d) Technological proficiency
ANS: c) Cultural competence
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Therapeutic Communication
Skills
LATEST FINALS REVIEW
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. Which of the following is considered a foundational skill in
therapeutic communication?
a) Diagnostic reasoning
b) Emotional intelligence
c) Advanced pharmacology
d) Time management
ANS: b) Emotional intelligence
2. In therapeutic communication, active listening includes all of
the following EXCEPT:
a) Nodding appropriately
b) Preparing a counterargument
c) Summarizing patient statements
d) Asking open-ended questions
ANS: b) Preparing a counterargument
3. Which model of communication emphasizes the importance
of mutual influence between participants?
a) Linear model
b) Transactional model
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, c) Interactive model
d) Unidirectional model
ANS: b) Transactional model
4. What is the primary goal of therapeutic communication in a
healthcare setting?
a) To educate patients about medical conditions
b) To assert the healthcare provider’s authority
c) To build rapport and trust
d) To increase patient turnover rate
ANS: c) To build rapport and trust
5. Which aspect of communication is critical when dealing with
cross-cultural patients?
a) Noise levels in the setting
b) Use of medical jargon
c) Cultural competence
d) Technological proficiency
ANS: c) Cultural competence
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