A Newly Appointed Nurse Manager Observes That the Unit She

question 15

Multiple Choice

A newly appointed nurse manager observes that the unit she is supervising functions in a manner that suggests the previous manager used a laissez-faire approach to supervision. Select the practice that indicates that more direction is required in the leadership style.

• A)The experienced nurses work through lunch breaks.
• B)Most tasks are being performed by new graduates.
• C)Nurses from the float pool are assigned to the low-acuity clients.
• D)Staff members are resistant to proposed changes.

Describe the mechanisms of action and effects of antidiuretic hormone (ADH).

Understand the principles of renal auto-regulation and its importance for maintaining glomerular filtration rate.

Distinguish between different types of nitrogenous wastes and the excretory systems that excrete them.

Comprehend the adaptive strategies of various organisms to regulate osmolarity and excrete wastes.

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Definitions:

Organizational Socialization

The process by which newcomers are transformed from outsiders to participating, effective members of the organization.

Cultural Adaptation

The process by which individuals learn and adjust to the norms and values of a new culture.

Culture Assessment

The process of evaluating the existing culture within an organization, identifying strengths and areas for improvement.

Adaptive Organizational Culture

A culture that emphasizes flexibility, learning, and responsiveness to change, enabling an organization to adjust and thrive in dynamic environments.