Question 1
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Which of the following best describes assertiveness?
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putting needs or wants of the people above their own
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speaking up for yourself always
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initiate communication in a way that conveys their concern and respect for others
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beneficial effects for short term
Question 2
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Standing up for oneself and solving interpersonal problems that doesn't damage relationships is considered which type of behavior?
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collaborative
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assertive
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aggressive
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passive
Question 3
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Which of the following is NOT a skill needed for assertive communication?
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expressing appreciation to criticism
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encouraging assertiveness in others
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expressing opinions and feelings appropriately
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putting needs or wants of the people above their own
Question 4
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Which of the following is NOT an assertiveness technique?
Question 5
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What is the MOST important assertive skill in relating to patients?
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willingness to initiate communications
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encourage patients to be more assertive
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establish a common ground
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assuring that your rights are respected
Question 6
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What is one way of responding to being criticized?
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fogging
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delaying a response
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walk away
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a and b
Question 7
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T/F: Problem solving process focuses on the physician's goal of helping the patient.
Question 8
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How is aggressive different from passive behavior?
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aggressive is being selfish and greedy.
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humiliate and dominate others
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discount own needs and values
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conveying respect for others
Question 9
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Which of the following is an outcome of aggressive behavior?
Question 10
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Which of the following is appropriate body language?
Question 11
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How do you control your emotions?
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push emotions deep down
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maintain neutral composure
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keep your voice even and firm
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avoid discussing emotional topics
Question 12
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Which of the following is NOT a way to encourage patient assertiveness?
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train staff to be attentive to patients
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give patients a list of common questions
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initiate conversations with patients
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thank patient when they bring a perceived problem to your attention
Question 13
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T/F: Physicians tend to decline pharmacist's therapeutic recommendations, because pharmacists don't have all the information.
Question 14
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What was the mean cost avoidance due to interventions in the VA center by pharmacists?
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1000 per month
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1 million per year
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700 per recommendation
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5 million per year
Question 15
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How does the pharmacist propose a solution?
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suggest a plan for implementing change
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provide alternative ways of resolving the problem
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avoid calling without suggestions or plans
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all of the above are correct
Question 16
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Which of the following is NOT tip in communicating with physicians?
Question 17
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Which of the following is CORRECT about being assertive?
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all you have control of is your own behavior
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communicate in the most reasonable, respectful way
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optimizes your chance that others with communicate with you in a similar way
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all of the above are correct