At First Blush, It Would Appear That Integrative Solutions (In

question 199

Multiple Choice

At first blush, it would appear that integrative solutions (in which each side in a conflict agrees to concede something to the other) would be relatively easy to achieve. However, these kinds of solutions are difficult to achieve because __________.

• A) when involved parties negotiate, they often wield threats
• B) involved parties are bad at discovering their adversaries' true interests, and therefore mistrust them
• C) adversaries would rather experience a stalemate than cede a point to their opponents
• D) seldom does one adversary want what the other adversary offers to give up

Support caregivers in setting realistic goals and managing expectations in palliative care.

Differentiate between pain and suffering in the context of palliative care.

Recognize the evolving focus of palliative care as a patient approaches death.

Understand the ethical and professional responsibilities of nurses in accepting assignments and reporting unsafe practices.

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Definitions:

Legitimate Power

Power that is based on position and mutual agreement; agent and target agree that the agent has the right to influence the target.

Mutual Agreement

A mutual agreement involves a concord or pact between two or more parties, where each party has a clear understanding and is in accord about the terms and conditions discussed.

Agent's Position

The status or role of an individual acting on behalf of another person or an entity in a particular situation.

Referent Power

A form of influence that derives from the attractiveness and charisma of the leader, where followers identify with or admire the leader.