A healthy hierarchy is likely to promote all of the following behaviors EXCEPT:
A) Patients who are comfortable speaking up to all members of the healthcare team about their concerns, ideas, and needs
B) Staff who remind and are reminded by their colleagues to follow clinical protocols such as hand washing
C) Graduate nurses who are afraid that speaking up will lead to negative repercussions
D) Leaders who value input from front-line caregivers

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A healthy hierarchy within a healthcare setting encourages open communication and collaboration among all members of the team. This environment supports patients feeling comfortable to voice their concerns, staff reminding each other to adhere to protocols, and leaders valuing input from all levels of staff. However, it does not promote a culture where graduate nurses or any staff members are afraid to speak up due to fear of negative repercussions. This fear contradicts the principles of a healthy hierarchy, which aims to eliminate barriers to open communication and ensure a safe, quality patient care environment.

A Healthy Hierarchy Is Likely to Promote All of the Following