36 Questions
What is a major advantage of group problem solving over individual problem solving according to Veninga?
Greater knowledge and information
How does work group disruption affect interpersonal relationships?
It weakens interpersonal relations
How does being part of a healthy work group relate to organizational commitment?
It increases organizational commitment
What role do work groups play in providing an institutional and professional identity for nurses?
They provide an institutional and professional identity
What is NOT a factor that can disrupt work groups?
Employee satisfaction
How do interpersonal relationship elements influence nursing job satisfaction?
They are strong predictors of job satisfaction
Which of the following best describes the final stage of group development according to the text?
The group focuses on decision-making and productivity as conflict dissipates
Which of the following is NOT a reason why people join groups in nursing?
To gain a sense of status and esteem
Which of the following is TRUE about the stages of group development according to the text?
The stages may overlap and are not necessarily sequential
Which of the following is a reason why groups would be established in organizations?
Group activities can create a sense of status and esteem
Which of the following best describes the 'emergence' stage of group development according to the text?
Conflict and dissension increase as the group struggles for control and power
Which of the following is NOT a reason why people join groups in organizations?
To gain a sense of personal fulfillment
Which of the following is NOT considered an element of group interactions according to the passage?
The group's physical environment and resources
What is the primary purpose of a group leader assessing the group process through observation according to the passage?
To understand how the group is interrelating and working together
According to the passage, which of the following best describes the process of decision-making within a group?
Decisions are made through a combination of group consensus and individual decision-making
What does the passage suggest about the communication patterns within a group?
Communication can involve both internal patterns among group members as well as external communication
According to the passage, which of the following is a key principle that applies to any type of group, whether a team, committee, or informal group?
Groups should have a shared understanding of the group's purpose and goals
What does the passage suggest is the primary benefit of nurses developing a basic understanding of group dynamics?
It enables nurses to function more effectively as part of a group or team
According to the passage, which of the following is a key characteristic of the 'emergence' stage of group development?
Disputes, disagreements, and power struggles to determine control
What is identified as the primary purpose for the formation of groups in nursing, according to the passage?
To provide a mechanism for interdependent work accomplishment
Which of the following is identified in the passage as a key reason why groups are established in organizations?
To function as a mechanism for getting a job done
According to the passage, what is a key characteristic of the 'working' stage of group development?
Increased focus on decision-making and productivity
Which of the following is NOT identified in the passage as a reason why people join groups in organizations?
To test and establish their own sense of reality
What does the passage suggest about the relationship between group development and the role of the group leader?
The group leader should pay attention to the group's stage of development
What is one of the key advantages of group problem solving over individual problem solving according to the passage?
Broader and wider range of knowledge and experiences
How does being part of a healthy work group relate to organizational commitment according to the text?
It is positively related to organizational commitment
What is one way that work groups can be disrupted according to the passage?
Downsizing, reorganization, absenteeism, and turnover
What is one reason why people join groups in nursing according to the text?
To establish an institutional and professional identity
How do interpersonal relationship elements influence nursing job satisfaction according to the passage?
They are moderate-level predictors of nursing job satisfaction
What is one way that work group relationships can influence behaviors according to the text?
They can reinforce rationalization and deviant behaviors
What is the purpose of individuals recognizing the roles they played in their families, according to the text?
To understand how to better communicate within a group
Why is it important to remember that group roles are not always clearly established by the leader or the group?
To allow members to gravitate towards roles that suit them best
What is the primary focus during the 'orientation' stage of group development?
Establishing trust and defining boundaries
Why do individuals need a facilitative structure and climate during the 'adaptation' stage of group development?
To establish norms and rules for group interaction
Why might individuals join groups according to the text?
To gain a sense of security, identity, and affiliation
How does self-awareness about family roles help individuals in understanding their group behavior?
It aids in recognizing roles they may adopt in groups
Study Notes
Group Interactions in Nursing Practice
- Group interactions are essential in nursing practice, comprising process, standards, and communication.
- Process refers to the unique way the group interrelates and works together to reach outcomes.
- Standards regulate the group's behavior, including values and norms chosen for group processing.
- Communication involves internal patterns and styles of communication among group members.
Stages in Group Work and Development
- Groups go through stages in their work and development, which may overlap and are not necessarily sequential.
- The third stage, emergence, involves control issues, disputes, and power struggles to establish a consolidated identity.
- The final stage, working, occurs when conflict and dissension dissipate, and the group achieves greater cohesion through negotiation.
Why People Join Groups
- In nursing, groups are formed primarily for personal or professional socialization and exchange or for interdependent work accomplishment.
- Groups can be social, professional, or organizational in purpose.
- Group activities can create a sense of status and esteem, allow individuals to test and establish reality, and provide a mechanism for getting a job done.
Advantages of Groups
- Veninga identified five major advantages of group problem solving over individual problem solving:
- Greater knowledge and information
- More diverse perspectives and ideas
- Mutual support and motivation
- Improved decision-making quality
- Better implementation and follow-up
Role of Group Members
- Group members adopt various roles, which are fluid and may change in different situations.
- Self-awareness of one's role in the family helps recognize roles in groups.
- Roles in the group may not always be clearly established by the leader or group.
Group Disruption
- Work group disruption can occur due to downsizing, reorganization, absenteeism, and turnover.
- Group disruption is linked to negative outcomes, including effects on interpersonal relations.
- Work group relationships can reinforce behaviors and lead to deviant behaviors becoming passively or actively accepted.
Test your knowledge on the stages in group development, including forming, storming, norming, and performing. Learn about how groups progress through stages of conflict, cohesion, negotiation, and decision-making.
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