A night shift charge nurse frequently points out nurses' faults in front of coworkers. The manager of the unit has submitted a written warning to the charge nurse. What term should the manager use to label this behavior?
A) Lateral violence
B) Unprofessionalism
C) Lack of civility
D) Bullying

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1. Lateral violence is harassment between employees of equal rank.
2. The behavior is unprofessional, but that is a very broad term and does not identify the issue in this particular case.
3. Lack of civility is defined as disrespectful or rude behavior.
4. Bullying is a broad term used to describe many behaviors. It is not specific to this situation.

A Night Shift Charge Nurse Frequently Points Out Nurses' Faults