A Patient with Increasing Headaches Who Is Having Diagnostic Testing

question 18

Multiple Choice

A patient with increasing headaches who is having diagnostic testing for a brain tumor asks the nurse what type of treatment will be used if a tumor is discovered. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) "If the tumor is benign, treatment may not be necessary."
• B) "Therapy to remove or reduce the tumor size will be recommended."
• C) "Surgery will initially be used to reduce or remove the tumor."
• D) "Chemotherapy is used to shrink the tumor, followed by craniotomy."

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Definitions:

Transactional Leadership Behaviour

A style of management where leaders promote compliance by followers through both rewards and punishments.

Contingent Reward Behaviour

describes a leadership approach where the leader sets clear expectations and rewards followers for meeting those expectations.

Management By Exception

A management strategy where leaders only intervene when performance deviates from standards, allowing employees to work autonomously otherwise.

Charismatic Leaders

Individuals who possess a magnetic personality and the ability to inspire and motivate others through their vision, communication skills, and personal charisma.