A nurse is working in collaboration with a group of health care providers in a community clinic setting

They have defined a problem and now are focusing on objectives and considering various viewpoints presented by the group. Which collaboration competency is this nurse demonstrating?
1. Mutual respect
2. Trust
3. Communication
4. Decision making


Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Mutual respect occurs when two or more people show or feel honor or esteem toward one another.
Rationale 2: Trust occurs when a person is confident in the actions of another person.
Rationale 3: Communication is necessary in effective collaboration. It occurs only if the involved parties are committed to understanding each other's professional roles and appreciating each other as individuals.
Rationale 4: Decision making involves shared responsibility for the outcome. The team must follow specific steps of the decision-making process, beginning with a clear definition of the problem. Team decision making must be directed at the objectives of the effort and requires full consideration and respect for various and diverse viewpoints.

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