The nurse is scheduled for the evening shift the same evening the nurse's son is playing in a championship ball game. This is an example of which type of role conflict?
a. interpersonal role conflict c. person-role conflict
b. role overload d. interrole conflict
D
Interrole conflict is when the expectations of one role oppose the expectations of another role. Role overload is when excessive demands of numerous roles have conflicting priorities. Person-role conflict is when the individual's values are violated by demands of a role. Interpersonal role conflict is when incompatible role expectations are held by one or more people.
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a. Alcohol is digested quickly. b. Alcohol is converted to glycogen immediately. c. Alcohol is metabolized into ethanol rapidly. d. Alcohol is excreted in urine slowly.
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A) Infection risks associated with FFP administration B) Physiologic functions of plasma C) Signs and symptoms of a transfusion reaction D) Strategies for managing transfusion-associated anxiety