Which of the following is NOT listed as a positive outcome of professional social media use?

• A. Networking between professionals
• B. Reduction in lateral violence between staff members
• C. Provides readily available education opportunities
• D. Access to mentoring

Answer: (B)

Professional social media use can expand connections among nurses, make education resources readily accessible, and create mentoring networks. These outcomes happen because online platforms bring together professionals from different settings, provide easy access to current guidelines, webinars, and articles, and allow experienced nurses to guide others through groups, chats, or mentorship programs. Reduction of lateral violence between staff members, while important, is not a direct or commonly listed positive outcome of using professional social media. The platform’s benefits lie in building connections, expanding education, and enabling mentoring; addressing workplace conflict requires broader organizational culture changes and formal reporting and training.