Question 1

Over the last decade, the role of nurse manager has evolved from one that focuses on clinical expertise to one that focuses on the administrative management of a unit.

Accepted Answer

The role of nurse managers has shifted towards administrative responsibilities, including budgeting, staffing, and policy implementation, while still maintaining some clinical oversight.

Question 2

Though the practice of nursing varies from state to state, registered nurses should be aware that in most states, licensed practical nurses are able to independently develop a plan of care, make changes in the plan of care, and perform telephone triage.

Accepted Answer

Licensed practical nurses typically work under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians and do not independently develop or change plans of care or perform telephone triage in most states.

Question 3

Servant leadership differs from other leadership modes in that the focus is on the leader meeting the needs of the followers before the needs of the leader or the organization are met.

Accepted Answer

Servant leadership prioritizes the growth, well-being, and needs of followers, contrasting with traditional leadership models that prioritize organizational goals or the leader's objectives.

Question 4

In what style of leadership does the leader expect that rules will be followed at all times, structure and uniformity is valued, and attention is focused on irregularities and mistakes?

Accepted Answer

Bureaucratic leadership emphasizes strict adherence to rules and procedures, valuing structure and uniformity, and focuses on correcting irregularities and mistakes.

Question 5

The landmark work by the Institute of Medicine indicates that what type of leader must "seek to engage individuals in the recognition and pursuit of a commonly held goal-in this case, patient safety"?

Accepted Answer

The Institute of Medicine emphasizes the role of transformational leaders in engaging individuals to pursue common goals, such as patient safety, by inspiring and motivating them towards change and improvement.

Question 6

What type of leadership has been described as "you scratch my back, I'll scratch yours"?

Accepted Answer

Transactional leadership is often characterized by a system of rewards and punishments, akin to the "you scratch my back, I'll scratch yours" approach, where leaders and followers exchange services or benefits.

Question 7

What type of leader is generally viewed as aloof and impersonal and is foremost focused on efficiency?

Accepted Answer

An authoritative leader is often seen as aloof and impersonal, focusing primarily on efficiency and control.

Question 8

The very nature of what type of leadership is that it embraces adaptation and innovation?

Accepted Answer

Complexity leadership focuses on adaptation and innovation by encouraging systems to evolve and adapt to changing environments.

Question 9

What professional organization represents 28,700 geriatric nurses seeking to improve the health care of older adults across care settings?

Accepted Answer

The Coalition of Geriatric Nursing Organizations represents a large number of geriatric nurses, including 28,700, who are focused on improving healthcare for older adults across various care settings.

Question 10

What professional organization is a not-for-profit group of state health organizations advocating for high-quality care and services for frail, elderly, and disabled Americans, providing care to about 1 million individuals in 12,000 not-for-profit and member facilities?

Accepted Answer

The American Health Care Association is a not-for-profit organization that represents long-term care providers, advocating for quality care for frail, elderly, and disabled individuals.

Question 11

The nurse manager is sometimes selected for the position based on his or her skill as a clinician.

Accepted Answer

Nurse managers are often chosen for their clinical expertise, as it is crucial for understanding patient care and leading a healthcare team effectively.

Question 12

In order to safely delegate a task, the nurse needs to be familiar with the certification, educational preparation, and skill level of the staff member to whom they are delegating a task.

Accepted Answer

The nurse must ensure that the staff member has the appropriate qualifications and skills to perform the task safely and effectively.

Question 13

In most healthcare facilities, salary and benefits for nurses and unlicensed assistive personnel make up the largest portion of the budget, which puts nursing at the center of most budget decisions.

Accepted Answer

Nursing staff salaries and benefits typically represent a significant portion of healthcare facility budgets, making them central to financial planning and decision-making.

Question 14

What nurse leadership role functions to systematically analyze and evaluate performance, design and implement strategies, and empower staff toward performance improvement?

Accepted Answer

The role of a Performance improvement catalyst involves analyzing and evaluating performance, designing and implementing strategies, and empowering staff to improve performance.

Question 15

What nurse leadership role models, advocates, communicates, and assists in creating systems, processes, and programs all within the focus of the facility/organizational mission and vision?

Accepted Answer

A Leader in nursing is responsible for modeling, advocating, communicating, and assisting in creating systems, processes, and programs that align with the facility's mission and vision.

Question 16

What nurse leadership role employs the use of keen listening skills, soliciting feedback from employees, and eliminating communication barriers to facilitate in the creation of an environment in which staff voices are heard?

Accepted Answer

The role of an interpersonal relations facilitator involves using listening skills, seeking feedback, and removing communication barriers to ensure that staff voices are heard, aligning with the description provided.

Question 17

What nurse leadership role is present in many healthcare settings; it is of particular importance in the long-term care and assisted living settings?

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

The key to success in what nurse leadership role is to maintain a proactive position rather than a reactive position by anticipating the needs of patients?

Accepted Answer

A customer service advocate in nursing leadership focuses on anticipating and meeting patient needs proactively to enhance patient satisfaction and care quality.

Question 19

The ability to motivate one's self, control impulses, regulate moods, and empathize with others through processes such as stress management, decision making, interpersonal skills, self-expression, and self-perception are characteristics of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence involves the ability to understand and manage one's own emotions, as well as empathize with others, which includes skills like stress management, decision making, and interpersonal skills.

Question 20

What nurse leadership role must have in-depth knowledge of physical, psychological, and psychosocial aspects of care, familiarity with state and federal regulations, and knowledge of the connection between the MDS and payment for services?

Accepted Answer

The Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator (RNAC) is responsible for overseeing the assessment process in long-term care facilities, which includes understanding the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and its impact on reimbursement, as well as ensuring compliance with regulations and providing comprehensive care.

Quiz 19: The Gerontological Nurse As Manager and Leader Within the Interprofessional Team