Which statements would alert a nurse manager that a unit conflict has become disruptive? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. "I won't stop until I have gotten her fired."
2. "He doesn't fight fairly."
3. "I've almost forgotten what started this, I just focused on beating her."
4. "I am going to win this argument."
5. "He is so wrong, he just has to go."
1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: Conflict that is focused on reduction, defeat, or elimination of the opponent is disruptive.
Rationale 2: Competitive conflict follows a set of rules. When rules are ignored, the conflict becomes disruptive.
Rationale 3: Focus on defeating the opponent is disruptive.
Rationale 4: In competitive conflict the focus is on winning, not on defeating or eliminating the opponent.
Rationale 5: An urge to eliminate the competitor is reflective of the competition becoming disruptive.
Global Rationale:
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