The unit manager was addressing nursing students in the lounge area and was discussing team leadership and team effectiveness
She stated, "One can agree to disagree with another team member's perspective even when one doesn't necessarily see that perspective as being the correct one." In being creative, what did she mean?
a. Championing one's own opinion.
b. Being compassionate
c. Being flexible
d. Committing to resolution
ANS: D
Caregivers must listen to the other person's perspective, listen to the message accurately, identify differences, and creatively seek resolutions.
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