NSG 3850 NURSING LEADERSHIP AND
MANAGEMENT COMPREHENSIVE
EXAM. GALEN COLLEGE OF NURSING
(U.S.) | COMPLETE VERIFIED ANSWERS
2026/2027
1. A nurse manager is utilizing a leadership style that focuses on the relationship between the
leader and the followers, emphasizing inspiration and shared vision. Which leadership style is
being demonstrated?
A. Transactional leadership
B. Autocratic leadership
C. Laissez-faire leadership
D. Transformational leadership
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Transformational leadership focuses on building relationships
and motivating staff through a shared vision and inspiration, whereas transactional
leadership focuses on rewards and punishments.
,2. Which ethical principle is a nurse manager upholding when they ensure that all staff
members are treated fairly and receive the same resources for professional development?
A. Autonomy
B. Justice
C. Beneficence
D. Fidelity
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Justice refers to the principle of fairness and equality in the
distribution of resources and treatment.
3. A registered nurse (RN) is delegating tasks to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).
Which of the following tasks is appropriate for the RN to delegate?
A. Assessing the lung sounds of a patient with pneumonia
B. Collecting a midstream urine specimen from a cooperative patient
C. Assisting a stable patient with ambulation for the first time post-surgery
D. Feeding a patient who is at high risk for aspiration
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: UAPs can perform non-invasive tasks such as specimen
collection on stable patients. Assessment, high-risk feeding, and first-time ambulation
require RN clinical judgment.
, 4. In the process of conflict resolution, which strategy involves both parties working together
to find a ‘win-win’ solution that satisfies all concerns?
A. Compromising
B. Avoiding
C. Accommodating
D. Collaborating
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Collaboration is a win-win strategy where parties work together
to solve the problem so everyone’s goals are met. Compromise is a ‘lose-lose’ or partial win
for both.
5. A nurse is sued for malpractice. Which element must be proven to establish that the nurse
was negligent?
A. The patient’s family was notified of the error
B. The nurse’s intent was to cause harm
C. The nurse had a duty to the patient
D. The nurse was working overtime
Answer: C
MANAGEMENT COMPREHENSIVE
EXAM. GALEN COLLEGE OF NURSING
(U.S.) | COMPLETE VERIFIED ANSWERS
2026/2027
1. A nurse manager is utilizing a leadership style that focuses on the relationship between the
leader and the followers, emphasizing inspiration and shared vision. Which leadership style is
being demonstrated?
A. Transactional leadership
B. Autocratic leadership
C. Laissez-faire leadership
D. Transformational leadership
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Transformational leadership focuses on building relationships
and motivating staff through a shared vision and inspiration, whereas transactional
leadership focuses on rewards and punishments.
,2. Which ethical principle is a nurse manager upholding when they ensure that all staff
members are treated fairly and receive the same resources for professional development?
A. Autonomy
B. Justice
C. Beneficence
D. Fidelity
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Justice refers to the principle of fairness and equality in the
distribution of resources and treatment.
3. A registered nurse (RN) is delegating tasks to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP).
Which of the following tasks is appropriate for the RN to delegate?
A. Assessing the lung sounds of a patient with pneumonia
B. Collecting a midstream urine specimen from a cooperative patient
C. Assisting a stable patient with ambulation for the first time post-surgery
D. Feeding a patient who is at high risk for aspiration
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: UAPs can perform non-invasive tasks such as specimen
collection on stable patients. Assessment, high-risk feeding, and first-time ambulation
require RN clinical judgment.
, 4. In the process of conflict resolution, which strategy involves both parties working together
to find a ‘win-win’ solution that satisfies all concerns?
A. Compromising
B. Avoiding
C. Accommodating
D. Collaborating
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Collaboration is a win-win strategy where parties work together
to solve the problem so everyone’s goals are met. Compromise is a ‘lose-lose’ or partial win
for both.
5. A nurse is sued for malpractice. Which element must be proven to establish that the nurse
was negligent?
A. The patient’s family was notified of the error
B. The nurse’s intent was to cause harm
C. The nurse had a duty to the patient
D. The nurse was working overtime
Answer: C
