Review Questions
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What is an essential attribute for effective leadership in nursing?
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an advanced degree
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flexibility in approach
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excellent clinical skills
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the ability to work in isolation
2
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In a situation where rapid decision-making is required to save a patient’s life, what leadership style is most appropriate?
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autocratic
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democratic
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laissez-faire
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servant
3
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A nurse leader actively encourages her team to participate in decision-making, provides mentorship opportunities, and regularly organizes professional development workshops. What goal is this nurse leader primarily pursuing?
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role modeling desired behaviors
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serving as a communication liaison
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creating and developing new leaders
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promoting a culture of patient-centered care
4
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What is an example of a nurse manager demonstrating effective mentoring skills?
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organizing a meeting to resolve a conflict between two team members
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analyzing staff shift patterns to optimize coverage and reduce overtime
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setting up a weekly review session with a new nurse to provide feedback
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implementing a new software system to streamline patient documentation
5
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What management structure encourages nurse managers to distribute decision-making authority across various levels of the nursing team?
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autocratic
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centralized
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decentralized
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transactional
6
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According to Lewin’s model, what is the first step in effectively implementing change within a nursing team?
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appreciating
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moving
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refreezing
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unfreezing
7
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What is an example of a nurse manager focusing on the goal of regulating?
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conducting a monthly audit of the team’s budget
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mapping out their annual objectives for personal growth
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developing a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires
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creating a flexible staffing model to accommodate fluctuations in admissions
8
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What is the main role of a case manager in patient care?
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supervising the care of all patients within a healthcare setting or facility
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conducting research to implement evidence-based practices in patient care
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teaching patient care techniques to nursing students during clinical rotations
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coordinating individualized care plans for patients with long-term conditions
9
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What must nurse managers consider when delegating patient care?
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the scope of practice of the delegatee
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the individual preferences of the delegatee
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the length of time that the delegatee has been working
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the place of the delegate within the organizational structure
10
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What is an example of continuing education for a nurse manager?
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supervising nursing students during a clinical rotation
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participating in a workshop to develop leadership skills
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mentoring a colleague who was recently transferred to the team
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advocating for subordinates who want more professional development
11
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What is a key difference between licensure and specialty certification for nurses?
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Licensure focuses on clinical skills, whereas specialty certifications assess leadership abilities.
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Licensure is mandatory for all nursing positions, whereas specialty certifications are voluntary.
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Licensure is the first level of higher education, whereas specialty certifications are the highest level.
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Licensure is regulated by national nursing organizations, whereas specialty certifications are offered by state nursing boards.
12
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What type of certification is most appropriate for nurses who are responsible for the daily operations of a unit within a hospital?
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Certified in Executive Nursing Practice (CENP)
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Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC)
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Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML)
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Nurse Executive, Advanced Certification (NEA-BC)
13
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What advanced degree is focused on applying research to improve healthcare outcomes, policy, and patient care delivery systems?
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing