The Workgroup on Unit NU23 Is Marked by Apathy Toward

question 21

Multiple Choice

The workgroup on unit NU23 is marked by apathy toward the unit's patients,high rates of absenteeism,open conflict among team members,and high turnover of personnel,including managers.The behaviours in this situation are caused by feelings of

• A) powerlessness.
• B) anger.
• C) apathy.
• D) oppression.

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Definitions:

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