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What is Conflict? • Perception of mutual interference • A process that begins when goals of one party are frustrated by another • Requires interdependence/interaction Views of Conflict • Conflict Good (interactionist view) G • Conflict Natural (human relations view) N • Conflict Bad (traditional view) B • Conflict must be managed Sources of Conflict • Resource scarcity • Incompatible goals • Structural factors (size, routinization, specialization, reward systems) • Conflicting perceptions, ideas, or beliefs • Differences between people • Conflicting thoughts/needs within an individual • Lack of communication (maybe) Types of Conflict –Task content conflict (differing opinions related to the task) G –Emotional or relationship conflict (interpersonal conflict -- dislike, negative emotions) B –Administrative or process conflict (disagreement on how to get the task completed — e.g., duties, decisionmaking technique) B to N Goal of Conflict Resolution • Confront problems, communicate openly and respectfully with someone of opposing opinion to provide optimal patient care
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