She reads about Path-Goal theory. Which of the following behaviors is manifested by the leader who uses this theory? A. Recognizes staff for going beyond expectations by giving them citations. B. Challenges the staff to take individual accountability for their own practice. C. Admonishes staff for being laggards. D. Reminds staff… Read More »
She knows that performance appraisal consists of all the following activities except: A. Setting specific standards and activities for individual performance. B. Using agency standards as a guide. C. Determine areas of strength and weaknesses. D. Focusing activity on the correction of identified behavior. Correct Answer: D. Focusing… Read More »
One leadership theory states that “leaders are born and not made,” which refers to which of the following theories? A. Trait B. Charismatic C. Great Man D. Situational Correct Answer: C. Great Man Leaders become leaders because of their birthright. This is also called Genetic theory or… Read More »
Which of the following statements is not true about performance appraisal? A. Informing the staff about the specific impressions of their work help improve their performance. B. A verbal appraisal is an acceptable substitute for a written report. C. Patients are the best source of information regarding personnel appraisal. D. The outcome of… Read More »
She came across a theory which states that the leadership style is effective depends on the situation. Which of the following styles best fits a situation when the followers are self-directed, experts, and are matured A. Democraticindividuals? A. Democratic B. Authoritarian C. Laissez-faire D. Bureaucratic Correct Answer: C. Laissez faire… Read More »
There are times when Katherine evaluates her staff as she makes her daily rounds. Which of the following is not a benefit of conducting an informal appraisal? A. The staff member is observed in a natural setting. B. Incidental confrontation and collaboration are allowed. C. The evaluation is focused on objective data systematically. … Read More »
She surfs the internet for more information about leadership styles. She reads about shared leadership as a practice in some magnet hospitals. Which of the following describes this style of leadership? A. Leadership behavior is generally determined by the relationship between the leader’s personality and the specific situation. B. Leaders believe that people… Read More »
She conducts a 6-month performance review session with a staff member. Which of the following actions is appropriate? A. She asks another nurse to attest to the session as a witness. B. She informs the staff that she may ask another nurse to read the appraisal before the session is over. C.… Read More »
Ms. Caputo learns that some leaders are transactional leaders. Which of the following does not characterize a transactional leader? A. Focuses on management tasks. B. Is a caretaker. C. Uses trade-offs to meet goals. D. Inspires others with vision. Correct Answer: D. Inspires others with vision. Inspires… Read More »
Alexandra is tasked to organize the new wing of the hospital. She was given the authority to do as she deems fit. She is aware that the director of nursing has substantial trust and confidence in her capabilities, communicates through downward and upward channels, and usually uses the ideas and opinions of her staff. Which… Read More »