Author Question: A staff nurse has experienced disagreements with one of the medical residents about several issues. ... (Read 19 times)

acc299 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

A staff nurse has experienced disagreements with one of the medical residents about several issues. The resident reacts to this conflict by belittling the nurse in front of colleagues.

This behavior is most characteristic of which type of conflict? 1. Competitive
2. Role
3. Perceived
4. Disruptive

Question 2

A nurse is interested in the possibility of collective bargaining in the workplace. What will the nurse find when researching this possibility? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Most nurses do not work under collective bargaining agreements.
2. As the nurse is a manager, collective bargaining would be of no interest.
3. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has addressed collective bargaining in nursing.
4. The nurse works in a state hospital, where collective bargaining is not possible.
5. The cost of the dues or fees associated with collective bargaining is more than could be gained from joining.

meganlapinski · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Competitive conflict occurs when there is a positive outcome for one side and a negative outcome for the opponent.
Rationale 2: Role conflict occurs when people have related responsibilities that may overlap and are ambiguous.
Rationale 3: Perceived conflict occurs when two parties misunderstand each other's position and is often the result of a knowledge deficit. It does not necessarily result in irrational behavior.
Rationale 4: Both parties are engaged in activities to reduce, defeat, or eliminate the opponent, which result in irrational, unproductive behavior. This is disruptive conflict.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: This is a true statement.
Rationale 2: The nurse manager may not be included in the collective bargaining agreement but certainly would have an interest in the process.
Rationale 3: The NLRB has addressed many issues that directly impact collective bargaining and nursing.
Rationale 4: Whether or not collective bargaining is used depends on the state in which the nurse works.
Rationale 5: The fee schedule is set by the union, and the value of unions differs.
Global Rationale: