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Chapter 4 health sci
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| acceptance of criticism | actively listening without becoming defensive, pausing to process the feedback, and viewing it as an opportunity for growth rather than a personal attack. |
| autocratic leader | this individual maintains total rule makes all the decisions and has difficulty delegating or sharing duties. |
| communication | the fundamental, dynamic process of exchanging information, ideas, emotions, and meaning between individuals or groups through verbal, nonverbal, and written channels. |
| competence | he ability to do something successfully or efficiently. |
| cultural diversity | the existence of a wide range of distinct, varied human cultures, beliefs, and identities within a society, organization, or the world. |
| democratic leader | encourages the participation of all individuals in decisions that have to be made or problems that have to be solved. |
| dependability | the core trait of being reliable, trustworthy, and accountable, consistently fulfilling commitments and producing quality work on time. |
| discretion | the power of individuals, particularly officials like judges or police, to make decisions based on their own judgment and conscience rather than rigid rules. |
| empathy | the ability to understand, share, and feel the emotions and perspectives of others |
| enthusiasm | an intense, eager enjoyment, interest, or approval often characterized by high energy, passion, and optimism. |
| feedback | information about reactions to a product, a person's performance of a task, etc. which is used as a basis for improvement. |
| goal | the intention of an activity or a plan. |
| honesty | the fundamental, ethical, and moral practice of being truthful in words, actions, and thoughts, encompassing integrity, sincerity, and reliability. |
| initiative | the ability to assess and initiate things independently. |
| laissez- faire leader | this leader believes in noninterference in the affairs of others. |
| leader | an individual who inspires, influences, and guides people, teams, or organizations toward common goals. |
| leadership | the art of motivating, influencing, and guiding individuals or teams toward a common, often transformative, goal. |
| listening | the active process of receiving, interpreting, and responding to verbal and non-verbal messages, |
| nonverbal communication | the transfer of information, emotions, and attitudes through non-spoken signals such as body language, facial expressions, eye contact, tone of voice, and physical distance. I |
| parliamentary procedure | a set of rules for conducting orderly, democratic meetings, ensuring minority rights and majority rule. |
| Patience | the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset. |
| Personal hygiene | daily habits to keep the body clean, such as showering, brushing teeth, and washing hands with soap for at least 20 seconds |
| Professionalism | the competence or skill expected of a professional. |
| Responsibility | the state of being accountable, reliable, and answerable for actions, duties, or obligations. |
| Self motivation | the internal drive to pursue goals, overcome obstacles, and take action without needing external prodding. |
| Stress | the body and brain's automatic, physical, and emotional response to challenges or demands, |
| Tact | adroitness and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues |
| Team player | an individual who prioritizes collective success over personal recognition, actively contributing to group goals through collaboration, reliability, and positive communication. |
| Teamwork | the collaborative effort of individuals working together to achieve a common goal, combining diverse skills for greater efficiency and innovation. |
| Time management | the process of planning and controlling how to divide time between specific activities to increase efficiency, productivity, and focus. |
| Willingness to learn | an eagerness to acquire new knowledge, skills, and experiences, driving both personal and professional growth. |