Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 1807 of 2368

Which condition is most likely to de-escalate a conflict between two team members?

  1. Other staff members choose sides.
  2. Attention is focused on solving the problem.
  3. Emotions such as anger increase.
  4. Each person feels threatened.
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Correct answer: Attention is focused on solving the problem.

Conflict de-escalates when attention is on solving the problem and emotion and perceived threat decrease.

Source: Nursing Management and Professional Concepts, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Collaboration Within the Interprofessional Team: Escalating and De-Escalating Conflict. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026