Linda, a staff nurse on nights, yells at Ali, another RN, and tells Al

QUESTION

Linda, a staff nurse on nights, yells at Ali, another RN, and tells Ali that she is stupid and can’t get anything right. In responding to this situation as head nurse, it is critical that you:

a. Require that Linda attend anger management classes.
b. Investigate to see if Ali did anything to aggravate Linda.
c. Call both immediately into the office to discuss the situation.
d. Respond to Linda in a way that is consistent with organizational processes and with similar situations.

ANSWER:

ANS: D
Erratic or arbitrary discipline, favoritism, or behavior that undermines the dignity of either individual undermines efforts at curbing workplace violence. Disciplinary actions must be proportionate, consistent, reasonable, and fair.