In opening a new dialysis unit, the nurse manager has to develop a philosophy for the unit. This philosophy needs to:

Choice A reason: Group decision-making options can actually reduce conflict by involving staff in the process, thus it is not typically a source of conflict.

Choice B reason: Increases in group cohesiveness generally lead to better teamwork and less conflict, as the group works more effectively together.

Choice C reason: Perceptions of incompatibility are often at the heart of conflict, especially when new changes are introduced that challenge existing procedures and comfort zones.

Choice D reason: Debates, negotiations, and compromises are methods of resolving conflict, not causes of it. They are part of the conflict resolution process.

Choice A reason: Change involving many layers in an organization can lead to resistance due to complexity and the potential disruption of established processes. However, it is not the most likely cause of resistance compared to a direct threat to personal security.

Choice B reason: While workers being satisfied with current practice may lead to some resistance to change, it is generally less intense than resistance caused by perceived threats to personal security.

Choice C reason: Involvement of non-professional workers in change might create resistance, especially if they feel undervalued or excluded from the decision-making process. However, this is not as significant a factor as a perceived threat to personal security.

Choice D reason: A perceived threat to personal security is the most likely cause of resistance to change. Individuals tend to resist changes that they believe could harm their well-being, job security, or personal safety.