The staff nurse approaches the nurse manager with a complaint ...

[crazycityslicker]

The staff nurse approaches the nurse manager with a complaint about a physical therapy assistant and states, She doesn't do the same amount of work as the nursing assistants.
 
   After investigating, the manager believes the staff nurse does not understand the PT assistant's role and that is causing stress for the nurse. Which kind of conflict has this situation caused the nurse? 1. Organizational conflict
  2. Individual conflict
  3. Interpersonal conflict
  4. Repressive conflict

Question 2

Which nursing action best illustrates the ethical concept of beneficence?
 
  1. Providing a walker for a patient prior to ambulating in the hall
  2. Allowing the patient to choose what time to have a shower
  3. Asking the patient about the existence of a living will or durable power of attorney
  4. Continually communicating with the patient regarding procedures

[scrocafella]

Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 1. Organizational conflict occurs between or among groups in the organization or between or among organizations. This choice is not supported by the scenario provided.
2. Not understanding the roles of other staff can be very stressful for the individual and does affect work performance.
3. Interpersonal conflict occurs between people and can be related to personality differences, territoriality, or control issues. There is nothing in this question that says that there is interpersonal conflict between the two individuals.
4. Repressive conflict is a type of conflict when the individual responds by excessive absenteeism or other avoidance behavior. This is a type of covert conflict.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 1. This is the principle of doing good, inflicting no harm.
2. This is an example of patient autonomy.
3. This is required by the Patient Self-Determination Act.
4. This illustrates informed consent.

[crazycityslicker]

Gracias!

[nyrave]

Excellent