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A charge nurse is observing a conflict between two nurses who both insist that the charge nurse favors the other when making assignments. Which of the following conflict-resolution strategies should the charge nurse use?

A.

Arrange for the nurses to have as few shifts together as possible.

B.

Encourage collaboration between the two nurses when making assignments.

C.

Tell the nurses that the assignments will be more equitable in the future.

D.

Ask each nurse to take turns making the assignments.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B


A.    Incorrect. Avoiding the issue by scheduling the nurses to have fewer shifts together might not address the underlying conflict and could lead to resentment.

B.    Correct. Encouraging collaboration empowers the nurses to work together and find common ground in making assignments.

C.    Incorrect. While promising more equitable assignments is important, addressing the conflict directly and encouraging collaboration is a more proactive approach.

D.    Incorrect. Asking each nurse to take turns making the assignments might not resolve the perceived favoritism and could create further tension.


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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Incorrect. Placing the client in seclusion is not an appropriate intervention for managing mania.
B. Incorrect. Encouraging the client to spend time in the dayroom may exacerbate symptoms of mania by providing more stimulation.
C. Correct. Encouraging the client to take frequent rest periods helps prevent overactivity and exhaustion, common in manic episodes.
D. Incorrect. Withdrawing privileges are not directly related to managing manic symptoms and may not be therapeutic.

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