A serious conflict between a nurse and a nursing assistant erupted into a shouting match in the hallway. The nurse attempted to slap the nursing assistant. What conflict responses are appropriate for the assistant? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

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1. When the conflict becomes violent, accommodation is no longer appropriate.
2. When safety is at risk, withdrawal is a valid response.
3. When safety is at risk, avoiding is a valid response.
4. When the conflict becomes violent, smoothing is no longer appropriate.
5. When tempers are high and the situation is dangerous, negotiation is not possible.

A Serious Conflict Between a Nurse and a Nursing Assistant