A charge nurse and staff nurse are in disagreement over the team assignment for the shift that is about to begin. What is the charge nurse's best first step to resolving the conflict collaboratively?
a. Determine the shared goal.
b. Open a respectful dialogue to bring forth each point of view.
c. Design a plan to meet the shared goal.
d. Determine the roles of those involved in the plan.
ANS: B
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