What action(s) by the staff nurse is an effective way to deal with a sexual harassment issue in the workplace? (Select all that apply.)
a. Tell the person to stop.
b. Tell your best friend about the incident.
c. File a formal grievance.
d. Explain the situation to your spouse.
e. Play along with the person and document the activities.
f. Threaten the person with a sexual harass-ment lawsuit.
A, B, C, D
There are two ways to deal with sexual harassment workplace conflict, informally and formally through a grievance procedure. Start with the most direct measure. Ask the person to STOP! Tell the harasser in clear terms that the behavior makes you uncomfortable and that you want it to stop immediately. In addition, put your statement in writing to the person, keeping a copy for yourself. It is also important to tell other people (e.g., family members, friends, your personal physician, your minister) that this is happening and how you are dealing with it.
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