While Explaining the Importance of Developing Leadership Skills Among Nurses

question 10

Multiple Choice

While explaining the importance of developing leadership skills among nurses to a group of first-year nursing students,Natalie,a nursing unit manager,emphasizes that:

• A)Most nurses are not expected to assume leadership roles.
• B)The role of nurse leadership is only at the bedside, ensuring that patient care is performed according to established standards.
• C)Only individuals in formal leadership roles are expected to be leaders.
• D)The public depends on nurses to assume leadership in moving consumer advocacy concerns forward.

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Definitions:

Adaptive Leadership

A leadership approach focused on encouraging adaptability, flexibility, and responsiveness to changing situations or challenges.

Supportive Leadership

A leadership style characterized by providing emotional and moral support to employees, encouraging a positive and inclusive work environment.

Participative Leadership

A leadership style where the leader involves team members in the decision-making process, valuing their input and fostering collaboration.

Transformational Leadership

A leadership style where leaders inspire and motivate employees to exceed their own interests for the sake of the organization and encourage innovation.