• post 1 reply to one of your peers of as close to 300 words as
  possible by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the assigned Module: Week. For each thread, you
  must support your assertions with at least 3 peer-reviewed, scholarly citations (besides the
  possible use of the course texts and the Bible) in current APA format. Each reply must
  incorporate at least 1 peer-reviewed, scholarly citation (besides your peer’s citation/reference and
  the possible use of the course texts and the Bible) in current APA format. Any external sources
  cited must have been published within the last five years. Acceptable sources include scholarly
  articles, the course textbooks, the Bible, etc.). Biblical integration is NOT required.
  ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
  • Bold print are suggested headings or action words that should help you be successful in
  completing your thread. Suggested headings for replies: Peer’s Point, Support/Refute/
  Addition
  • Provide a complete academic and scholarly peer response identifying a point in the
  classmate’s original post and expound upon it (i.e., writing as a consultant TO a business
  decision-maker with the context of your original and a peers thread) taking a support,
  refute or additive perspective (not writing to your peer directly). Salutory-type comments
  such as ‘Thanks, Sue. . ..” or “I loved your post. . .,” or, “Your sources are awesome. . .”,
  or “I agree with your post” are not included in the word count and should be omitted
  (cover and references are also not included in the word count).
  • NOTE: In your reply post, you ARE influenced by your peer, so, when using/referring
  to a peer’s main thread, you must cite them and include them in the Reference listing.
  • Paste your text directly into the message window in the Learning Management System.
  • Materials submitted to fulfill requirements in one course may not be submitted in another
  course.
  • Be sure to use current APA formatting for all elements of your main threads and replies.
  • Scholarly sources must have publication dates within the past 5 years. Do not use any
  books other than the Bible, and our other course textbooks (if applicable).
  • In-text citations are required to support your statements, points, assertions, issues,
  arguments, concerns, paragraph topic sentences, and statements of fact and opinion.
  • Sources of information from Wikipedia, dictionaries, and encyclopedias will not be
  accepted.
  • All parts of the assignment must be based on scholarly, academic work.
  • Avoid clichés, slang, jargon, exaggerations, abbreviations, figurative language, and
  language that is too informal and too subjective.

SOLUTION

Peer’s Point

In their post, [Peer’s Last Name] (2025) highlighted the ethical challenges new nurses encounter when facing workplace incivility. They observed how silence or dismissive behavior from experienced colleagues not only erodes confidence but also threatens patient safety. This point underscores the connection between professional ethics and the organizational culture of nursing practice.

Support/Addition

Research supports [Peer’s Last Name]’s (2025) assertion that incivility in nursing settings contributes to moral distress and can compromise patient outcomes. According to Clark et al. (2022), uncivil interactions between nurses significantly increase stress, decrease job satisfaction, and correlate with higher turnover intentions. Importantly, they argue that incivility is not simply a matter of interpersonal conflict but a systemic issue that demands structured interventions.

One addition to [Peer’s Last Name]’s (2025) discussion is the importance of organizational accountability in cultivating a culture of civility. While individual nurses may attempt to resist or respond to uncivil behavior, organizational policies and leadership behaviors play a critical role in sustaining respectful communication. Al-Mugheed et al. (2023) emphasized that healthcare institutions implementing civility training, mentorship programs, and non-punitive reporting systems saw measurable improvements in teamwork and reduced staff burnout.

Another critical consideration is the role of ethical decision-making frameworks. When applied to incivility, structured models—such as the integrated ethical decision-making framework—help nurses balance professional duties and personal well-being. This aligns with the ANA Code of Ethics (2021), which mandates mutual respect and collaboration to safeguard patient welfare.

Conclusion

Ultimately, [Peer’s Last Name] (2025) correctly frames incivility as both an ethical and professional challenge. Addressing this issue requires interventions at both the individual and organizational levels to ensure safe, supportive, and ethical nursing environments.

References

Al-Mugheed, K., Al-Bsheish, M., Aldhmadi, B. K., & Meri, A. (2023). Exploring the impact of workplace incivility on nurses’ performance: The mediating role of psychological capital. Healthcare, 11(9), 1312. nursing incivility and ethical dilemmas appeared first on Skilled Papers.