Question 1

There are a variety of models designed to guide individuals when implementing change. Four distinct phases are typically present in each models. Which step is typically not present?

Accepted Answer

Establishing a policy is not typically a distinct phase in change models, which usually focus on assessing the need, setting objectives, planning, and implementing change.

Question 2

A nurse is working with a physical therapy student in developing a course covering the musculoskeletal system for nursing students. This best describes the pillar of ____________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

The nurse is providing care based on the Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations for high quality health care. The nurse is careful to minimize the use of supplies in addition to gathering all supplies before beginning the procedure. Which IOM recommendation is the nurse following?

Accepted Answer

The nurse is minimizing the use of supplies and gathering them beforehand to avoid waste, which aligns with the IOM recommendation for efficiency in health care.

Question 4

In which step of the change process is it important to be visible, provide support and encouragement for the staff, and seek feedback?

Accepted Answer

During the implementation phase, it is crucial to be visible, provide support and encouragement, and seek feedback to ensure the change is effectively adopted and any issues are addressed promptly.

Question 5

The four pillars of leadership supported by the foundation of transformational leadership and trust include: professionalism, inspirational motivation, interpersonal relationships, and business skills.

Accepted Answer

The question states that the four pillars of leadership are supported by the foundation of transformational leadership and trust. This means that transformational leadership and trust are the foundation upon which the four pillars of leadership are built.

Question 6

Foundational leadership is associated with better patient outcomes, fewer medical errors and greater staff satisfaction.

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Complexity science views systems as individual entities which can be separated.

Accepted Answer

Complexity science views systems as interconnected and interdependent, not as isolated entities.

Question 8

A facility is undergoing a change in the policy by which medication administration occurs. If health care workers have a high level of organizational trust, which positive outcomes are likely to occur?

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

Kotter suggests more than 70% of major change initiatives in organizations fail for which reason?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Describe the three step model for managing change proposed by Kurt Lewin.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 5: Influencing and Leading Change in the Complex Health Care Environment: The Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse