Question

A charge nurse is discussing issues with a staff nurse. When evaluating statements by the staff nurse, the charge nurse should recognize that which of the following reflects an intrapersonal conflict?

A. I'm not sure whether I want to apply for the unit manager's position or start a family this year.
B. I feel frustrated because I just readmitted a client who refuses to take their insulin.
C. The unit manager is more concerned with saving money than with clients getting quality care.
D. Every time I request an extra day off I'm denied, but other nurses' requests are approved.

Answer 1

The statement that reflects an intrapersonal conflict is the staff nurse's uncertainty about applying for the unit manager's position or starting a family, indicating an internal struggle with personal decisions.

Step-by-step explanation:

The charge nurse should recognize that the statement reflecting an intrapersonal conflict is "I'm not sure whether I want to apply for the unit manager's position or start a family this year." This statement indicates a conflict where the staff nurse is grappling with a personal decision internally, as opposed to conflicts with others or the organization. In contrast, the other statements offered by the staff nurse reflect external conflicts; frustrations with a patient, issues with management priorities, or perceived unfairness in requesting days off are related to their interactions or relationship with other people or the system they work in.