A nurse manager is aware that there is a strong "grapevine" communication system on the unit. The manager elects to use this grapevine to distribute information about an upcoming change in unit policy. In making this decision, the manager should consider which possibilities? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A) The information may be rapidly disseminated.
B) The information may be altered as it moves across the grapevine.
C) Most people try to spread information accurately.
D) Most people do not pay any attention to the grapevine.
E) Professional nurses do not participate in grapevine communication.

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1. Grapevine communication is often rapid and complete.
2. Grapevine communication is often altered as is goes from person to person.
3. The grapevine is very prone to distortion-sometimes significant distortion.
4. Most people do believe or at least attend to the grapevine.
5. Grapevine communication crosses all levels of professionalism.

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