A unit-based infection control task force was developed in an attempt to reduce catheter-acquired infections. The group consists of 10 team members. During the past three meetings, one person dominated the meeting and did not allow other members ample time to speak. The best way to address the team dysfunction is to:
a. pick a team leader who is not the dominant member.
b. plan a meeting where the dominant person cannot attend.
c. have group members issue a written warning to the dominant member.
d. have group members confront the dominant member to promote the needed team work.
Answer: d. have group members confront the dominant member to promote the needed team work.
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