After working several years in the hospital setting, a master’s-prepar

QUESTION

After working several years in the hospital setting, a master’s-prepared nurse was hired at a local university. As a new faculty member, the nurse began to feel overwhelmed with the responsibilities of teaching, professional development, and community ser

The nurse was also expected to develop on-line courses using specific software. Which type of conflict did the faculty member experience?
a.
Intrasender conflict
b.
Intersender conflict
c.
Intragroup conflict
d.
Role overload

ANSWER:

ANS: D
If individuals cannot meet the differing expectations held of them, they will experience role overload.