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PART A:
1. A nurse manager is leading a team of nurses in a busy emergency department. She
notices that some of the nurses are experiencing burnout and compassion fatigue due to
the high workload and stress. Which of the following is the most appropriate leadership
style for her to adopt in this situation?
a) Autocratic
b) Democratic
c) Laissez-faire
d) Transformational
Answer: D. Transformational leadership is a style that inspires and motivates followers to
achieve a shared vision and goals. It also fosters a positive work environment,
encourages innovation and creativity, and provides support and feedback to the followers.
This style can help reduce burnout and compassion fatigue by enhancing the nurses'
sense of meaning, purpose, and empowerment.
2. A nurse leader is implementing a quality improvement project in a long-term care
facility. He wants to involve the staff nurses in the planning and decision-making process.
Which of the following is the most effective way for him to do so?
a) Form a committee of staff nurses to represent their views and opinions
b) Conduct a survey of staff nurses to collect their feedback and suggestions
c) Hold regular meetings with staff nurses to discuss the project and solicit their input
d) Delegate tasks and responsibilities to staff nurses according to their expertise and
interests
Answer: C. Holding regular meetings with staff nurses is the most effective way to involve
them in the quality improvement project. This method allows for direct communication,
collaboration, and participation among the nurse leader and the staff nurses. It also
enables the nurse leader to address any concerns or issues that may arise, provide
guidance and support, and acknowledge the contributions of the staff nurses.
3. A nurse educator is teaching a group of nursing students about evidence-based
practice (EBP). She explains that EBP is the integration of the best available evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient preferences and values in making clinical decisions. SheÂ
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