A group of nursing students have just arrived on the unit. Which actions by staff would be considered uncivil to these students?
A) The unit clerk groans when the instructor enters the nursing station with the students.
B) A nurse quietly says, "Please do not assign a student to me today. I have two very sick clients who are going to require my full attention."
C) A nurse whispers, "Not students again today."
D) A nursing assistant asks the students how long they have been in school.
E) A transport worker says, "Just great, more students to get in the way today."

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These actions are uncivil because they are disrespectful and unprofessional. The unit clerk's groan is a sign of annoyance, the nurse's whisper is a negative comment, and the transport worker's statement is rude.

A Group of Nursing Students Have Just Arrived on the Unit