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What is a primary characteristic of a tall organizational structure?
What is a primary characteristic of a tall organizational structure?
- Horizontal communication
- Many levels of management (correct)
- Decentralized decision-making
- Equal power distribution
What advantage does a flat organizational structure provide?
What advantage does a flat organizational structure provide?
- Enhanced close supervision
- Increased decision-making delays
- Reduced management costs (correct)
- Improved performance quality
Which is a disadvantage of a tall organizational structure?
Which is a disadvantage of a tall organizational structure?
- Increased decision-making speed
- Increased chances of losing control (correct)
- Improved discipline among employees
- High levels of mutual trust
Which statement best describes the decision-making process in a flat organizational structure?
Which statement best describes the decision-making process in a flat organizational structure?
What leads to improved performance quality in a tall organizational structure?
What leads to improved performance quality in a tall organizational structure?
What is a disadvantage commonly associated with flat organizational structures?
What is a disadvantage commonly associated with flat organizational structures?
Which characteristic is typical of a centralized decision-making structure?
Which characteristic is typical of a centralized decision-making structure?
How does a flat organizational structure impact communication?
How does a flat organizational structure impact communication?
What primary characteristic differentiates an informal leader from a formal leader?
What primary characteristic differentiates an informal leader from a formal leader?
Which theory suggests that leader effectiveness is influenced by environmental factors?
Which theory suggests that leader effectiveness is influenced by environmental factors?
According to the trait approach, which of the following is NOT considered a trait of effective leadership?
According to the trait approach, which of the following is NOT considered a trait of effective leadership?
Which role is NOT typically associated with an informal leader?
Which role is NOT typically associated with an informal leader?
What does the term 'visionary' imply in the context of an informal leader?
What does the term 'visionary' imply in the context of an informal leader?
The Great Man Theory of leadership primarily suggests which of the following?
The Great Man Theory of leadership primarily suggests which of the following?
What is the total number of nursing personnel needed after accounting for relievers?
What is the total number of nursing personnel needed after accounting for relievers?
In Fiedler’s Contingency Theory, what does the acronym IPA stand for in relation to effective leadership traits?
In Fiedler’s Contingency Theory, what does the acronym IPA stand for in relation to effective leadership traits?
Which of the following statements is true regarding informal leaders?
Which of the following statements is true regarding informal leaders?
How many working hours does a nurse complete in a year based on a standard 8-hour workday and 213 working days?
How many working hours does a nurse complete in a year based on a standard 8-hour workday and 213 working days?
What is the role of scientific management in the context of nursing personnel?
What is the role of scientific management in the context of nursing personnel?
What is one of the disadvantages of the nursing personnel management approach described?
What is one of the disadvantages of the nursing personnel management approach described?
What calculation is used to determine the total number of relievers needed?
What calculation is used to determine the total number of relievers needed?
What is the primary focus of the scientific management approach developed by Taylor?
What is the primary focus of the scientific management approach developed by Taylor?
Which of the following is one of Taylor's 14 Principles of Management?
Which of the following is one of Taylor's 14 Principles of Management?
How do the concepts of 'efficient' and 'effective' differ in Taylor's management philosophy?
How do the concepts of 'efficient' and 'effective' differ in Taylor's management philosophy?
What significant change did Taylor introduce to management practices?
What significant change did Taylor introduce to management practices?
What statement best describes Taylor's view on organizations?
What statement best describes Taylor's view on organizations?
Which principle emphasizes the importance of clearly defining authority and responsibility?
Which principle emphasizes the importance of clearly defining authority and responsibility?
Which of the following concepts is consistent with the Gilbreths' focus in management?
Which of the following concepts is consistent with the Gilbreths' focus in management?
When Taylor refers to a place for everything and everything in its place, he is emphasizing which management principle?
When Taylor refers to a place for everything and everything in its place, he is emphasizing which management principle?
What does self-actualization refer to in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
What does self-actualization refer to in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
Which of the following best describes rational, legal authority?
Which of the following best describes rational, legal authority?
In the context of motivation, which of the following is considered a hygiene factor according to Maslow's theory?
In the context of motivation, which of the following is considered a hygiene factor according to Maslow's theory?
What is the primary focus of Douglas McGregor’s Theory Y?
What is the primary focus of Douglas McGregor’s Theory Y?
Which element is NOT part of Maslow's hierarchy of physiological needs?
Which element is NOT part of Maslow's hierarchy of physiological needs?
What is a key characteristic of democratic supervision?
What is a key characteristic of democratic supervision?
Which of the following statements about workplace dynamics is true?
Which of the following statements about workplace dynamics is true?
Which option describes an inspirational quality associated with charisma?
Which option describes an inspirational quality associated with charisma?
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Study Notes
Organizational Structures
- Tall organizational structures are characterized by multiple management levels and centralized decision-making from the top.
- Tall structures improve performance quality through close supervision and discipline but can cause delays and distortion in communication.
- Flat organizational structures feature fewer management levels, decentralizing decision-making authority among all staff, promoting a more equal power dynamic.
Leadership and Management Theories
- Great Man Theory posits that leaders possess inherent qualities and are often born into leadership roles, as seen in royal families and political dynasties.
- Trait theory suggests leaders can be developed and learned via experiences, with critical traits being Intelligence, Personality, and Authority (IPA).
- Fiedler’s Contingency Theory emphasizes that leadership effectiveness depends on situational factors beyond just the leader’s behavior.
Historical Perspectives on Management
- Frederick Taylor, known as the father of Scientific Management, implemented principles focusing on efficiency and systematic organization, encapsulated in the idea that every task should be optimally divided.
- The 14 Principles of Management advocate for division of work, clear authority-responsibility dynamics, and structured organization to enhance efficiency.
Motivation Theories
- Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs prioritizes basic physiological needs before self-actualization, indicating that individual fulfillment comes after all foundational needs are met.
- Douglas McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y categorize management styles based on assumptions about employee motivation, with Theory X reflecting a pessimistic view and Theory Y a more optimistic one.
Job Satisfaction and Employee Dynamics
- Job satisfaction is tied to both intrinsic motivators (such as personal achievement) and extrinsic factors (like salary, supervision, and working conditions).
- Understanding employee personalities and group dynamics is crucial in creating effective management strategies and enhancing workplace cohesion.
Nursing Personnel Calculations
- Calculation of total nursing personnel includes considering working hours, relievers, and the required nurse-to-patient ratio to ensure adequate patient care.
- Efficiency and cost-effectiveness are critical, though they must be balanced against the risk of fragmented care caused by over-reliance on nurse aides.
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