The nurse manager overheard a staff nurse say that she was sending out her résumé to other agencies. When the nurse manager tried to verify this information, the staff nurse denied that she was looking for another job
The staff nurse was demonstrating what type of conflict?
a.
Latent
b.
Perceived
c.
Felt
d.
Manifest
ANS: D
Trust is a significant factor in the development of a manifest conflict. If the individuals involved possess trusting attitudes, they share information and control and recognize their mutual vulnerability. In the absence of trust, individuals may withhold information so it cannot be used against them or distort communications to their advantage.
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