A family is keeping vigil at a critically ill patient's bedside.The nurse approaches the unit manager with concern over the family dynamics for the patient concerned there are patient-family conflicts based on patient's wishes.The nurse suggests that the patient's provider may need to discuss the treatment plan with the family.The unit manager states he will arrange a discussion with the patient's provider and ask the nurse to support the provider's decisions.What is the role of the nurse in this situation?

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In the followership role,you bring to the manager your concerns about concerns for patients and the outcomes and accept the direction given by the manager in response to your concerns.

A Family Is Keeping Vigil at a Critically Ill Patient's