Leading and Managing in Nursing, 8th Edition by Yoder-Wise |
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Leading and Managing in Nursing – Original Practice Questions
INTRODUCTIONS
Leading and Managing in Nursing – Chapters 1–25
(Yoder-Wise, 8th Edition Style)
Chapter 1: Introduction to Nursing Leadership and Management
Chapter 2: The Changing Healthcare Environment
Chapter 3: Leadership Theories and Styles
,Chapter 4: Management Functions in Nursing
Chapter 5: Decision Making and Problem Solving
Chapter 6: Critical Thinking in Nursing Leadership
Chapter 7: Communication in Nursing Management
Chapter 8: Conflict Management
Chapter 9: Power, Influence, and Advocacy
Chapter 10: Professional Ethics in Leadership
Chapter 11: Legal Aspects of Nursing Management
Chapter 12: Delegation and Assignment
Chapter 13: Staffing and Scheduling
Chapter 14: Time Management and Productivity
Chapter 15: Organizational Structure and Culture
Chapter 16: Change Management
Chapter 17: Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
Chapter 18: Risk Management
Chapter 19: Financial Management and Budgeting
Chapter 20: Human Resource Management
Chapter 21: Performance Appraisal and Evaluation
Chapter 22: Workplace Issues and Bullying
Chapter 23: Interprofessional Collaboration
Chapter 24: Evidence-Based Management
Chapter 25: Transition to Professional Nursing Leadership
,Question 1: Leadership Styles
A nurse manager encourages staff participation in decision-making and seeks input before
implementing changes. Which leadership style is being demonstrated?
A. Autocratic
B. Democratic
C. Laissez-faire
D. Bureaucratic
Correct Answer:
B. Democratic
Rationale:
Democratic leaders involve team members in decisions, promoting collaboration and staff
engagement.
Question 2: Delegation
Which task is appropriate for a registered nurse (RN) to delegate to an unlicensed assistive
personnel (UAP)?
A. Initial patient assessment
B. Patient education
C. Routine vital signs for a stable patient
D. Development of a care plan
Correct Answer:
C. Routine vital signs for a stable patient
Rationale:
Routine, predictable tasks may be delegated to trained UAPs. Assessment, teaching, and
planning remain the RN's responsibility.
, Question 3: Conflict Management
Two nurses disagree about patient assignments. Which conflict-resolution strategy seeks a
solution that satisfies both parties?
A. Avoiding
B. Competing
C. Compromising
D. Collaborating
Correct Answer:
D. Collaborating
Rationale:
Collaboration focuses on finding a mutually beneficial solution and is often the most effective
long-term strategy.
Question 4: Time Management
A nurse manager teaches staff to prioritize tasks using urgency and importance. Which patient
should be seen first?
A. Patient requesting a blanket
B. Patient awaiting discharge instructions
C. Patient with oxygen saturation of 84%
D. Patient requesting pain medication for chronic pain
Correct Answer:
C. Patient with oxygen saturation of 84%
Rationale: