A common source of conflict in nursing occurs when the nurse wants to perform patient teaching or counseling, but there are competing priorities and the nurse has inadequate time to spend with the patient. This type of conflict is related to:
A) interpersonal conflict.
B) intergroup conflict.
C) intrapersonal conflict.
D) intragroup conflict.

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Intrapersonal conflict means discord, tension, or stress inside-or internal to-an individual that results from unmet needs, expectations, or goals. It often is manifested as a conflict over two competing roles. A nursing example occurs when the nurse determines that a patient needs teaching or counseling, but the organization's assignment system is set up in a way that does not provide an adequate amount of time. When other priorities compete, an internal or intrapersonal conflict of roles exists.

A Common Source of Conflict in Nursing Occurs When the Nurse