A new nurse is working in a unit that uses interdisciplinary collaboration. Which action will the nurse take?
a. Act as a leader of the health care team.
b. Develop good communication skills.
c. Work solely with nurses.
d. Avoid conflict.
ANS: B
Good communication between other health care providers builds trust and is related to the acceptance of your role in the health care team. As a beginning nurse, you will not be considered a leader of the health care team, but your input as an interdisciplinary team member is critical. Interdisciplinary involves other health care providers, not just nurses. Organizational culture includes leadership, communication processes, shared beliefs about the quality of clinical guidelines, and conflict resolution.
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