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Week 8 Discussion 15

Week 8 Discussion 15

Q A controversy frequently encountered when considering the role of unions in organizations providing services related to health is whether it is appropriate for professionals to organize unions. This controversy arises almost every time a group of health care professionals is approached by a union. Common examples include registered nurses, medical technologists, physical therapists and physicians. Develop a discussion response that either supports or refutes (your choice) unions in organizations that are involved in activities that are related to individual or public health. Instructions Join the weekly discussion by making your initial post by 11:55 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday. Your answer should state your point of view on the question, supported by the required readings and your experience. Further, review the postings of your classmates and respond thoughtfully to at least two of them by11:55 p.m. Eastern Time on Sunday. Compose each response of at least two paragraphs to demonstrate both that you understand your classmate's position, and also that you can apply the reading material appropriately.

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Controversies about the role of unions have been about whether it is appropriate for professionals in healthcare organizations should join unions. The stance in this discussion post is that is appropriate for healthcare professionals to join and organize unions. labor unions play a critical role in healthcare organizations by promoting well-being by boosting democratic participation as well as a sense of community among employees (Hagedorn et al., 2016).