During the First Meeting of a Newly Created Task Force

question 21

Multiple Choice

During the first meeting of a newly created task force, the nurse manager notices that individuals tend to cluster with members of their specific nursing units. The nurse manager begins the meeting with an explanation of the focus of this group. These behaviors are characteristic of which stage of Homans's group process?

• A) Norming
• B) Storming
• C) Performing
• D) Forming

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Definitions:

Exteroreceptors

Sensory receptors located on or near the surface of the body that respond to external stimuli, including touch, temperature, and sound.

Spiral Organ

Also known as the Organ of Corti, it is located in the cochlea of the inner ear and is responsible for converting sound vibrations into electrical signals for the brain to interpret as sound.

Outer Ear

The outer ear is the external part of the ear, consisting of the pinna and the ear canal, which collects sound waves and directs them into the ear.