PTHA 1225 · Communications · Exam 3
Collaboration skills, barriers, and application
Learning · 14 cards · Priority A: 12 / B: 2
Say or write your answer before opening the card. A is the first pass; B remains fair course material. Source notes appear with each answer.
E3-0015 · Priority A
How does competence support collaboration?
Confidence in your own skills makes it easier to explore and value others' contributions rather than become defensive.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 5; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0016 · Priority A
What does trust mean as an individual collaboration skill?
Approaching others with the expectation that they are competent and can contribute to care.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 5; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0017 · Priority A
What does commitment to team goals and values look like?
Understand the shared goals, support teammates, and ask how your work can help with their difficulties.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 5; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0018 · Priority A
How can a PTA demonstrate flexibility when a teammate suggests a different approach?
Keep an open mind and ask about the teammate's reasoning before rejecting the idea.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 5; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0019 · Priority A
What does acceptance contribute to collaboration?
Different perspectives and abilities broaden the team's understanding of the patient.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 5; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0020 · Priority A
How do time constraints interfere with collaboration, and what can help?
They reduce updates to rushed exchanges; planned times to communicate can support real coordination.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 6; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0021 · Priority A
What is a lack of shared structures in team communication?
No common framework or questions for discussing the patient; a consistent structure can help align the team.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 6; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0022 · Priority A
How can uncertainty and traditional hierarchy block collaboration?
Unclear roles, turnover, or deference to one profession may keep members from contributing their expertise.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 6; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0023 · Priority A
How can gender and generational stereotypes interfere with collaboration?
They may determine whose opinion is valued instead of judging each person's relevant knowledge and contribution.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 6; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0024 · Priority A
Why is geography a collaboration barrier?
People communicate more easily with nearby colleagues; separated work areas require deliberate communication.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 6; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0025 · Priority A
Why is a shared medical record alone not true collaboration?
Others may not read the notes. The team also needs conversation and joint planning.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 6; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0026 · Priority A
An OTA cannot progress shoe-donning because the patient loses sitting balance. What collaborative response did Carlson teach?
Communicate the obstacle and ask PT to work on sitting balance/reaching to support the shared functional goal.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 8; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0027 · Priority B
During co-treatment, must the PT always lead?
No. Leadership can follow the task and goal; the disciplines contribute what the patient currently needs.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 8; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14
E3-0028 · Priority B
What did the ICU co-treatment example illustrate?
PT and OT coordinated support and task goals, while nursing helped manage equipment concerns; teamwork enabled care difficult to perform alone.
Purtilo Ch 8-9 2026.pptx slide 8; T02 00:00–09:01; 22:38–24:24; 29:54–32:14