When working in situations that involve conflict, the nurse recognizes that which of the following is true in relation to conflict?
a. Conflict always leads to impaired relationships.
b. Conflict arises from compatible goals and needs.
c. Most people experience conflict as a lack of discomfort.
d. Conflict serves as a warning that something in the relationship needs closer attention.
ANS: D
Conflict has been defined as tension arising from incompatible goals or needs, in which the actions of one frustrate the ability of the other to achieve a goal, resulting in stress or tension. Conflicts in any relationship are inevitable: they serve as warning that something in the relationship needs closer attention. Conflict can lead to improved relationships. Conflict has been defined as tension arising from incompatible goals or needs. Most people experience conflict as discomfort.
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