Horizontal conflict in the workplace is observed with which of the following situations?
a. Discussion with the manager before esca-lation occurs
b. Refusing to work on day off
c. Sharing views on patient care
d. Withholding information that will under-mine the ability to perform his job
ANS: D
Withholding of information that can affect one's ability to perform professionally is a form of horizontal violence. The other options are not seen as part of horizontal conflict.
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