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| Communication displayed through play, visual images, and even clothing. |
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| The use of books related to topics and events the child is experiencing or will experience. |
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| Movement of body parts, including gestures and posture, used during communication. |
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| Emotional investment in the child and family by the nurse or other healthcare providers. |
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| The exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings. |
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| To translate the meaning of the message. |
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| The ability to perceive another individual's experience and to understand the perception of that individual's view of the situation. |
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| Language that is verbalized. |
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| The technical language associated with health care. |
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| The use of body language, facial expressions, touch, and other forms of gestures to express thoughts and feelings. |
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| The tone and pitch of the voice; speed, pace, volume, and inflection of the conversation, as well as other vocalizations. |
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| The words a young child is able to understand; usually greater than the number of words spoken (expressive speech). |
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| The use of language, spoken or written or vocalizations, such as laughter or crying to convey messages. |
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