A serious conflict between a nurse and a nursing assistant erupted into a shouting match in the hallway. The nurse attempted to slap the nursing assistant
What conflict responses are appropriate for the assistant? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Accommodating
2. Withdrawal
3. Avoiding
4. Smoothing
5. Negotiation
2,3
Rationale 1: When the conflict becomes violent, accommodation is no longer appropriate.
Rationale 2: When safety is at risk, withdrawal is a valid response.
Rationale 3: When safety is at risk, avoiding is a valid response.
Rationale 4: When the conflict becomes violent, smoothing is no longer appropriate.
Rationale 5: When tempers are high and the situation is dangerous, negotiation is not possible.
Global Rationale:
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