Case Study Questions

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Case Study Questions
​Use the following case study to answer questions
Jared Joiner is a 56-year-old African American insurance agent. He is single, eats most meals at restaurants, leads a sedentary lifestyle, and drinks 3-4 beers a day. He is 5'9" tall and weighs 204 pounds (BMI 30) . Mr. Joiner has been feeling particularly fatigued lately and decided to make an appointment with his physician for a check-up. The results of his laboratory tests include a fasting blood glucose level of 121 mg/dL.
-The simplest and most flexible approach for Mr. Joiner to use for optimal management of his blood glucose level is:

• A)carbohydrate counting.
• B)food lists.
• C)MyPyramid.
• D)a high-protein diet.
• E)the DASH diet.

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Definitions:

Situational Leadership Model

A leadership theory that proposes the effectiveness of leadership styles varies depending on the readiness and behavior of the people being led and the specifics of the situation.

Telling Style

A communication approach characterized by explicitly instructing or directing others in what they should do.

Task Behavior

A leadership style characterized by clear explanations of tasks, directions, and expectations to ensure that goals are understood and accomplished.

Transactional Leaders

Leaders who focus on routine transactions, using rewards and punishments to motivate followers.