Nursing Community Development Module

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What is the primary characteristic of the forming stage in team development?

Members are focused on establishing roles and relationships (correct)

Leaders emerge and dictate tasks

Members begin to cooperate effectively

High levels of conflict between members

Which stage of team development is characterized by conflict and competition?

Performing

Forming

Norming

Storming (correct)

What often happens if conflicts are not addressed during the storming stage?

New leadership structures develop

Members become more cohesive

The team progresses to the performing stage smoothly

The team remains stagnant and dysfunctional (correct)

In which stage does consensus around leadership and roles begin to form?

Norming Signup and view all the answers

What do team members typically ask during the forming stage?

What is expected of me? Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of effectively passing through the storming stage?

Stronger individual personalities Signup and view all the answers

How does team performance generally change during the norming stage?

It increases as members learn to cooperate Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the stages outlined in Tuckman's model?

To understand group dynamics and improve collaboration Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the performing stage of team development?

Consensus and cooperation among team members Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary focus during the adjourning stage?

Documenting efforts and finalizing tasks Signup and view all the answers

In the team development process, if disagreements re-emerge, what stage might the team revert to?

Storming Signup and view all the answers

Which role is focused on facilitating and coordinating group tasks?

Group task role Signup and view all the answers

What role is primarily focused on maintaining group dynamics and interpersonal relationships?

Group building and maintenance role Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the adjourning stage?

The team begins establishing new goals Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the performing stage when conflicts arise?

Conflicts are dealt with constructively Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of individual roles in a team?

To satisfy individual member needs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an Initiator-Contributor in a group?

To provide new ideas and insights Signup and view all the answers

Which task role is focused on ensuring the group has accurate information?

Information Seeker Signup and view all the answers

What role does an Opinion Seeker play in a group?

They focus on the group's values and alignment with solutions Signup and view all the answers

How many task roles did Benne and Sheats identify for group members?

12 Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of task roles within a group?

Multiple members can assume the same role Signup and view all the answers

What type of knowledge does an Information Giver provide to the group?

Expertise or authoritative understanding Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles does not concern itself with information accuracy?

Opinion Seeker Signup and view all the answers

When individuals take on groups tasks, how might this impact group maturity?

It can improve group maturity and efficiency Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the standard setter in a group decision-making process?

To ensure decisions meet quality standards Signup and view all the answers

What role does the group-observer and commentator primarily serve?

To take notes and inform the group of its functioning Signup and view all the answers

How can a follower's presence in a group be characterized?

As a passive observer during discussions Signup and view all the answers

Why are self-centered roles considered potentially harmful to group decision-making?

They focus on individual desires over group needs Signup and view all the answers

What behavior is commonly associated with an aggressor in a group setting?

Diminishing the status of others to elevate their own Signup and view all the answers

What might happen if self-centered roles are not addressed in a group?

The group's morale and functioning could be compromised Signup and view all the answers

What can indicate the presence of a self-centered role within a group?

Suppressing minority voices Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a help-seeker in a group setting?

They highlight their own insecurity to garner sympathy. Signup and view all the answers

How does a special interest pleader operate within a group?

They present a specific agenda that benefits a particular interest. Signup and view all the answers

In group dynamics, how should the emergence of self-centered roles be managed?

By quickly diagnosing and addressing their causes Signup and view all the answers

According to Katzenbach and Smith, what defines a successful team?

A small group with complementary skills committed to shared goals. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of collaboration in the health care context?

To address the health care needs of a target population. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an interdisciplinary health care team from a multidisciplinary team?

It necessitates collaboration towards complex health care solutions. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key attribute of an effective interdisciplinary team?

Members consistently collaborate to deliver quality patient care. Signup and view all the answers

In what way do team members contribute to collaboration in health care?

By sharing their expertise to meet shared objectives. Signup and view all the answers

Why are multidisciplinary teams formed?

To combine various academic or professional disciplines for a specific purpose. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary teams?

Multidisciplinary teams allow independent practice, while interdisciplinary teams have a collaborative focus. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary responsibilities of the nurse in a multidisciplinary team?

To coordinate, communicate, and document services provided by the team. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of collaboration within health services?

Intra-agency collaboration improves relationships within units. Signup and view all the answers

Which professionals are typically involved in an interdisciplinary team?

Members from various disciplines, including midwives and academicians. Signup and view all the answers

How does inter-agency collaboration benefit health services?

It increases the availability of needed resources and services. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor in effective intra-agency collaboration?

Fostering harmonious relationships within the health unit. Signup and view all the answers

In a hospital setting, how do team members primarily communicate?

Through written reports and informal conversations. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects the primary focus of interdisciplinary teams?

To enhance the integration of healthcare services from various disciplines. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Working with Groups Towards Community Development

Nurses play a key role in developing competencies to build collaborative relationships with colleagues and other healthcare team members
This improves services to individuals, families, population groups, and communities
This module focuses on group development stages and how leaders and community members can improve partnerships
The module helps learners understand how to manage expectations and interactions within these groups
It also clarifies how groups remain focused on their purpose and goals

Stages of Team Development

Tuckman's stages (Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, Adjourning) are crucial for team growth
Forming: Initial orientation and getting acquainted, high uncertainty about leadership
Storming: Most difficult stage, characterized by conflict and competition as personalities emerge
Norming: Members feel part of the team, interpersonal differences are resolved leading to cohesion and unity
Performing: Consensus, cooperation, and well-functioning teamwork, flexibility is key, focus on problem-solving
Adjourning: Group goals are accomplished, tasks are finished, and the team disbands

Intervention to Facilitate Group Growth

Group Task Roles:
- Initiator-Contributor: Provides new ideas, brainstorms
- Information Seeker: Ensures accuracy and relevance of information
- Opinion Seeker: Understands group values related to solutions
- Information Giver: Shares authoritative knowledge and experiences
- Opinion Giver: Offers suggestions and insights, prioritizes group values during decision-making
- Elaborator: Expands on ideas to make them more meaningful
- Coordinator: Connects ideas, coordinates group activities
- Orienter: Guides the group, clarifies directions when deviating from the topic
- Evaluator-Critic: Assesses group functionality, ensures standards are met
- Energizer: Encourages participation, helps remove roadblocks
- Procedural-Technician: Handles routine tasks
- Recorder: Takes notes and summarizes discussions
Group/Team Building or Maintenance Roles:
- Encourager: Cheerleader, praises new ideas, fosters a welcoming environment for different ideas
- Harmonizer: Facilitates conflict resolution, focuses on task-oriented conflict, not person-oriented
- Compromiser: Seeks compromises when ideas clash
- Gatekeeper: Ensures everyone participates, encourages reticent members
- Standard Setter: Establishes a clear quality level for decisions
- Group-Observer and Commentator: Monitors team effectiveness to prevent roadblocks, facilitates feedback on the processes
Self-Centered Roles/Individual Roles:
- Aggressor: Tries to improve status by putting others down
- Blocker: Rejects most group ideas, re-hashes past decisions
- Recognition-Seeker: Focuses on personal achievements rather than group goals
- Self-Confessor: A self-focused individual, uses the group as a therapy session to vent her/his feelings/biases
- Playboy/Playgirl: Disinterested in group goals, disrupts the decision-making process
- Dominator: Manipulates group discussions to control group dynamics, asserts superiority based on hierarchy

Collaboration and Partnership

Collaboration and interaction within healthcare teams are essential for quality care
"Team" is a small group with complementary skills focused on a common goal
Collaboration is a joint decision-making process to meet healthcare needs of the target population
The contribution of each team member is based on expertise, not traditional employer/employee relationships
Interdisciplinary health care teams work together to achieve patient care goals that may require the contributions of various disciplines
Multidisciplinary teamwork combines different professionals, each having their own independent roles and expertise

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This quiz explores the role of nurses in community development through effective group dynamics. It highlights Tuckman's stages of team development, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among healthcare team members to enhance services for diverse populations. Test your understanding of group development and leadership strategies in community settings.