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Which leadership style is characterized by a focus on promoting change through a shared vision?
Which leadership style is based on the belief that several individuals share the responsibility for achieving the organization’s goals?
Which leadership style is characterized by a reward and punishment system based on the principles of social exchange theory?
Which leadership style is based on a desire to serve others?
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What is the first phase of the change process?
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What is the last phase of the change process?
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Which of the following statements regarding conflict is NOT true?
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In the scenario of conflict resolution where one side gives in to the patient's satisfaction, what type of solution is this?
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What is the best strategy for resolving the conflict when two staff nurses request the same vacation weeks?
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What does SBAR stand for in the context of standardized communication technique?
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When using the SBAR approach, what is the first thing a nurse should say if they lose a narcotic medication?
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What does the 'Emergent (Red)' classification indicate in the context of evaluating the severity of injury?
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What does the 'Urgent (Yellow)' classification indicate in the context of evaluating the severity of injury?
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What does the 'Nonurgent (Green)' classification indicate in the context of evaluating the severity of injury?
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What is the strategy used to evaluate the severity of injury of each victim as quickly as possible and to tag the victims in about 30 to 60 seconds?
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What is the priority for clients classified under 'Emergent (Red)'?
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What is an example of a departmental goal according to the text?
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Which of the following is considered an ethical principle in nursing?
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What constitutes an issue of confidentiality according to the text?
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Which ethical principle underpins informed consent for a chest CT scan procedure with contrast?
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When a patient refuses a procedure believed to be in their best interest, which ethical principles are in conflict according to the text?
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What are the two elements of informed consent that an 80-year-old man with Alzheimer's disease lacks according to the text?
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What constitutes battery according to the text?
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What does neglecting a patient's request for care constitute according to the text?
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What are the requirements for informed consent for surgery or treatment according to the text?
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What should a nurse do if a patient is confused about a procedure according to the text?
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According to the Trait theory, what does it state about leaders?
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In X Theory, what type of leadership does it consider?
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According to the Human Relationship (HR) theory, what type of leadership does it consider?
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What is upward communication?
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Which evaluation effect refers to high evaluation and reward?
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When does lateral (horizontal) communication occur?
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What is the Unity of command principle associated with?
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In what type of evaluation does the head nurse give everyone an average evaluation due to being too busy?
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What is the type of evaluation effect when the head nurse gives low evaluation to a nurse because of her lateness?
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What does Autocratic leadership emphasize?
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In which type of leadership does every group member share in problem-solving and goal development?
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What is the type of evaluation effect exemplified by high evaluation and reward?
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Study Notes
Leadership Theories and Nursing Care Delivery
- One leadership theory states that "Leaders are born and not made," referring to the Trait theory.
- X Theory considers the type of leadership as Autocratic.
- Y Theory considers the type of leadership as Authoritarian.
- Human Relationship (HR) theory considers the type of leadership as Democratic.
- Upward communication is from low authority to high authority.
- Downward communication is from high level authority to low authority.
- Lateral (Horizontal) communication is between departments and personnel on the same level of hierarchy.
- The Halo effect refers to high evaluation and reward, while the Horn effect refers to low evaluation.
- Upward communication is exemplified when a head nurse writes a report about the needs of her department and gives it to the nursing supervisor.
- The type of evaluation effect when the head nurse gives low evaluation to a nurse because of her lateness is the Horn effect.
- The evaluation type used when the head nurse gives everyone an average evaluation due to being too busy is Central tendency.
- Autocratic leadership maintains strong control, makes decisions, and addresses all problems, and Unity of command is followed.
- Democratic leadership ensures every group member shares in problem-solving and goal development, and Unity of direction is emphasized.
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Test your knowledge of leadership theories and their application in nursing care delivery with this quiz. Explore trait theory, X theory, Y theory, human relationship theory, communication types, evaluation effects, and leadership styles such as autocratic and democratic. Assess your understanding of upward, downward, and lateral communication, as well as the impact of different leadership approaches on nursing management and patient care.
