Which of the following roles of a nurse is an example of legitimate power?
A) Director of nursing
B) Team leader making assignments
C) Head nurse scheduling vacations
D) Shift supervisor

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The director of nursing has legitimate power, which is power that arises from a person's position or status within an organization. As the leader of the nursing staff, the director has the authority to make decisions, delegate tasks, and set policies. The other options may involve some level of authority or decision-making, but they do not hold the same level of legitimate power as the director of nursing.

Which of the Following Roles of a Nurse Is an Example