Instructions
Explain what factors lead to conflict in professional practice. Describe how organizational values and culture can influence the way conflict is addressed. Discuss effective strategies for resolving workplace conflict and preventing violence.
Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and cite at least two references using APA style. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and cite one reference. Refer to “Discussion Question Rubric” and “Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.
Answer
Conflicts in professional practice occur when healthcare workers have differing goals, opinions, and priorities. In hospital settings, nurses, doctors, and other staff experience disagreements about patient care, task responsibilities, and treatment decisions. These conflicts occur within nursing teams and between nurses and physicians (Aydogdu & Disbudak, 2025). These disagreements affect team cooperation and patient outcomes. When conflicts are not addressed, communication breaks down, and trust among staff also declines. As a result, nurses will experience stress, burnout, and absenteeism (Nikitara et al., 2024). These effects impact staff well-being, leading to reduced overall quality of patient care… To access full answer, use the purchase button below.