A psychiatric-mental health nurse is participating in a group with nurse peers addressing patient safety. What purpose will this group most likely serve? Select all that apply
1. Addressing conflict
2. Practicing new skills
3. Increasing knowledge
4. Reflecting on the here and now
5. Developing interpersonal skills
Answer: 1, 4
Explanation: A group formed to address patient safety is a task group. Task groups address conflict and reflect on the here and now. Support groups primarily develop interpersonal skills. Psychoeducational groups increase knowledge. Psychotherapy groups practice new skills.
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