After the Nurses Who Work on an Adolescent Psychiatric Unit

question 19

Multiple Choice

After the nurses who work on an adolescent psychiatric unit have had a brainstorming session,they are ready to resolve the problem of unmanageable teenage patients.To maximize group effectiveness in decision making and problem solving,the nurse manager has:

• A) prevented conflict.
• B) formed highly cohesive groups.
• C) used majority rule to arrive at decisions.
• D) encouraged equal participation among members.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A mental occurrence within a team where the need for unity or agreement leads to unwise or ineffective choices due to collective thinking.

Cohesive In-Groups

Social groups that exhibit a high degree of solidarity, unity, and loyalty among their members, often resulting in a strong sense of belonging and collective identity.

Empire Building

The practice of acquiring more power and resources within an organization for the purpose of increasing personal status and control.

Political Tactic

Strategies or maneuvers used within organizational or governmental contexts to gain power or advantage.