Exam 1: NUR 204/ NUR204 (Latest 2025/ 2026 Update) Leadership
and Management Guide| Questions & Answers| Grade A| 100%
Correct (Verified Solutions)- Fortis
Nursing Leadership & Management Exam #1
leader
o Has the ability to guide people toward a common goal & sets the tone within the unit.
o Person who demonstrates and exercises influence and power over others.
Characteristics Include:
1. Initiative
2. Inspiration
3. Energy
4. Positive Attitude
5. Communication Skills
6. Respect
7. Problem-solving & critical-thinking skills
manager
o The person with accountability for a group of people.
1. Holds formal positions of authority and power.
2. Possesses clinical expertise.
3. Networks with members of the team.
4. Coaches subordinates.
, 5. Makes decisions about the function of the organization, including resources, budget, hiring,
and firing.
follower
o A supporter who is guided & told what to do.
o Commonly associated with a negative connotation (passive, indecisive, devalued, obedient
staff).
o Person who contributes to a group's outcomes by implementing activities and providing
appropriate feedback.
Are at the bedside more, gaining the trust of patients.
leadership
The ability to inspire others to achieve a desired outcome.
management
The process of planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the work within an organization.
followership
The process of being guided and directed by a leader in the work environment
authoritative leadership style
o Makes decisions for the group.
o Motivates by coercion.
o Communication occurs down the chain of command.
o Work output by staff is usually high: good for crisis situations & bureaucratic settings.
o Effective for employees with little or no formal education.
and Management Guide| Questions & Answers| Grade A| 100%
Correct (Verified Solutions)- Fortis
Nursing Leadership & Management Exam #1
leader
o Has the ability to guide people toward a common goal & sets the tone within the unit.
o Person who demonstrates and exercises influence and power over others.
Characteristics Include:
1. Initiative
2. Inspiration
3. Energy
4. Positive Attitude
5. Communication Skills
6. Respect
7. Problem-solving & critical-thinking skills
manager
o The person with accountability for a group of people.
1. Holds formal positions of authority and power.
2. Possesses clinical expertise.
3. Networks with members of the team.
4. Coaches subordinates.
, 5. Makes decisions about the function of the organization, including resources, budget, hiring,
and firing.
follower
o A supporter who is guided & told what to do.
o Commonly associated with a negative connotation (passive, indecisive, devalued, obedient
staff).
o Person who contributes to a group's outcomes by implementing activities and providing
appropriate feedback.
Are at the bedside more, gaining the trust of patients.
leadership
The ability to inspire others to achieve a desired outcome.
management
The process of planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the work within an organization.
followership
The process of being guided and directed by a leader in the work environment
authoritative leadership style
o Makes decisions for the group.
o Motivates by coercion.
o Communication occurs down the chain of command.
o Work output by staff is usually high: good for crisis situations & bureaucratic settings.
o Effective for employees with little or no formal education.
