Question 1

You are consultant who specializes in working with healthcare systems to develop leadership skills in employees at all levels. You have been hired by University X Healthcare System. To prepare for the first session you are designing a power point and developing some discussion questions. The session will cover perspectives on leadership and provide an overview of current theories of leadership.
On the introduction slide you would define leadership as the exercise of power and influence with others.

Accepted Answer

Leadership is often defined as the exercise of power and influence with others, as it involves guiding, directing, and inspiring people to achieve common goals.

Question 2

You are consultant who specializes in working with healthcare systems to develop leadership skills in employees at all levels. You have been hired by University X Healthcare System. To prepare for the first session you are designing a power point and developing some discussion questions. The session will cover perspectives on leadership and provide an overview of current theories of leadership.
On the next slide you address personality and trait theories in the following way:As a group, personality and trait theories hypothesize that:
A) Leaders are born with characteristics that predisposed them to lead.
B) Social, political,and individual factors merge to produce a leader.
C) There are a constellation of traits that are indicative of a leadership personality.
D) All of the answers.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

You are consultant who specializes in working with healthcare systems to develop leadership skills in employees at all levels. You have been hired by University X Healthcare System. To prepare for the first session you are designing a power point and developing some discussion questions. The session will cover perspectives on leadership and provide an overview of current theories of leadership.
The presentation continues: According to the Big Five Theory of personality, the "ideal leader" is:
A) Resilient, energetic and outgoing, visionary, competitive and dedicated to a goal.
B) Structured, introverted, pragmatic, competitive, and dedicated to a goal.
C) Structured, introverted, visionary, non-competitive and dedicated to a goal.
D) None of the answers.

Accepted Answer

The Big Five Theory of personality suggests that the "ideal leader" often exhibits traits such as high extraversion (energetic and outgoing), openness to experience (visionary), and conscientiousness (dedicated to a goal). Resilience and competitiveness can also be associated with effective leadership.

Question 4

You are consultant who specializes in working with healthcare systems to develop leadership skills in employees at all levels. You have been hired by University X Healthcare System. To prepare for the first session you are designing a power point and developing some discussion questions. The session will cover perspectives on leadership and provide an overview of current theories of leadership.
You next provide an example of an instrument that is associated with the personality and trait theories. The Myers-Briggs type indicator (MBTI) is a self-report instrument that:
A) Helps identify a person's specific talents.
B) Quantifies a person's intelligence.
C) Correlates with leadership success.
D) None of the answers.

Accepted Answer

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a self-report instrument that helps identify a person's personality type and preferences. It is based on the theory that people have different ways of perceiving the world and making decisions, and that these differences can be used to understand and predict leadership behavior.

Question 5

You are consultant who specializes in working with healthcare systems to develop leadership skills in employees at all levels. You have been hired by University X Healthcare System. To prepare for the first session you are designing a power point and developing some discussion questions. The session will cover perspectives on leadership and provide an overview of current theories of leadership.
Your next slide gives an example of a specific Myers-Briggs personality and preferred behavioral style with quote that a team member would use to describe himself. On the Myers-Briggs a 'thinker' would describe themselves as follows:
A) "I make decisions based on logic".
B) "I make decisions based on belief".
C) "I like structure".
D) "I like to improvise".

Accepted Answer

Thinkers in the Myers-Briggs framework are characterized by their preference for making decisions based on logic and objective analysis.

Question 6

You are consultant who specializes in working with healthcare systems to develop leadership skills in employees at all levels. You have been hired by University X Healthcare System. To prepare for the first session you are designing a power point and developing some discussion questions. The session will cover perspectives on leadership and provide an overview of current theories of leadership.
You add another slide to give the audience a broader understanding of the personalities and preferred behavioral styles included in the Myers-Briggs. On the Myers-Briggs a 'feeler' would describe themselves as follows:
A) "I make decisions based on logic".
B) "I make decisions based on belief".
C) "I like structure".
D) "I like to improvise".

Accepted Answer

A 'feeler' in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) makes decisions based on personal values and beliefs, focusing on harmony and the impact on people.

Question 7

You are a member of an interdisciplinary team in the University X Healthcare System. The team has been meeting for the last three months to explore the design, purchase and integration of an electronic documentation and billing system across the organization. The team is led by Phyllis from the medical records department. She has been an exceptional leader and the team is making great progress. You and another team member are eating lunch together and complimenting Phyllis' leadership skills.
According to contingency theory, the design, purchase, and integration of an electronic documentation and billing system is a structured task. Phyllis is leading a team that is focused on a structured task.

Accepted Answer

Contingency theory suggests that the most effective leadership style depends on the situation. In this case, the task is structured, so a directive leadership style would be more appropriate.

Question 8

You are a member of an interdisciplinary team in the University X Healthcare System. The team has been meeting for the last three months to explore the design, purchase and integration of an electronic documentation and billing system across the organization. The team is led by Phyllis from the medical records department. She has been an exceptional leader and the team is making great progress. You and another team member are eating lunch together and complimenting Phyllis' leadership skills.
You agree, that according to Hershey and Blanchard's situational leadership theory, Phyllis is one of the best leaders because she is able to shift her focus over time from task to relationship based on:
A) The specific goal of the group.
B) The developmental needs of the group.
C) The number of group members.
D) None of the answers.

Accepted Answer

Phyllis is considered a great leader according to Hershey and Blanchard's situational leadership theory because she adapts her leadership style based on the developmental needs of the group.

Question 9

You are a member of an interdisciplinary team in the University X Healthcare System. The team has been meeting for the last three months to explore the design, purchase and integration of an electronic documentation and billing system across the organization. The team is led by Phyllis from the medical records department. She has been an exceptional leader and the team is making great progress. You and another team member are eating lunch together and complimenting Phyllis' leadership skills.
According to Blake and Mouton's situational leadership theory, Phyllis demonstrates the management style of a leader who exhibits a high level of concern for people and a high level of concern for production. Phyllis demonstrates?
A) Team management.
B) Authority-obedience management.
C) Country club management.
D) Impoverished management.

Accepted Answer

Phyllis demonstrates "Team management" according to Blake and Mouton's situational leadership theory, which is characterized by a high level of concern for both people and production.

Question 10

You are a member of an interdisciplinary team in the University X Healthcare System. The team has been meeting for the last three months to explore the design, purchase and integration of an electronic documentation and billing system across the organization. The team is led by Phyllis from the medical records department. She has been an exceptional leader and the team is making great progress. You and another team member are eating lunch together and complimenting Phyllis' leadership skills.
As lunch comes to an end, the two of you agree that Phyllis consistently demonstrates the set of behaviors that form the foundation of emotional intelligence:
A) Leadership awareness, self -awareness, leadership management and team management.
B) Self -awareness, leadership awareness, self-management and team management.
C) Self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management.
D) Leadership skills awareness, self -awareness, leadership management and team management.

Accepted Answer

Phyllis demonstrates emotional intelligence through self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management, which are key components of emotional intelligence.

Question 11

You are a member of a search committee at University X Healthcare System. The committee is in the process of selecting a new chief operating officer (COO). In these days of 'stiff' competition, the healthcare system has focused on the importance of electing a leader who can improve efficiency and productivity across the organization. The final two candidates have been interviewed. They articulated very different approaches to managing the organization's employees. Dr.
A) Encouraging participation.
B) Facilitating friendly group employee manager interaction.
C) Giving workers responsibility.
D) All of the answers.

Accepted Answer

All the options (encouraging participation, facilitating friendly group employee manager interaction, and giving workers responsibility) are important for improving efficiency and productivity in an organization.

Question 12

You are a member of a search committee at University X Healthcare System. The committee is in the process of selecting a new chief operating officer (COO). In these days of 'stiff' competition, the healthcare system has focused on the importance of electing a leader who can improve efficiency and productivity across the organization. The final two candidates have been interviewed. They articulated very different approaches to managing the organization's employees. Dr.

Accepted Answer

Dr. Patel's approach is more focused on employee empowerment and engagement, which has been shown to lead to improved efficiency and productivity.

Question 13

You are a member of a search committee at University X Healthcare System. The committee is in the process of selecting a new chief operating officer (COO). In these days of 'stiff' competition, the healthcare system has focused on the importance of electing a leader who can improve efficiency and productivity across the organization. The final two candidates have been interviewed. They articulated very different approaches to managing the organization's employees. Dr.

Accepted Answer

Dr. Patel's approach is more focused on employee empowerment and engagement, while Dr. Lee's approach is more focused on traditional management practices.

Question 14

You are a member of a search committee at University X Healthcare System. The committee is in the process of selecting a new chief operating officer (COO). In these days of 'stiff' competition, the healthcare system has focused on the importance of electing a leader who can improve efficiency and productivity across the organization. The final two candidates have been interviewed. They articulated very different approaches to managing the organization's employees. Dr.
A) Referent power
B) Legitimate power
C) Coercive power
D) Expert power

Accepted Answer

Dr. A's approach to managing employees is based on referent power, which is the ability to influence others through admiration, respect, and trust.

Question 15

You are a member of a search committee at University X Healthcare System. The committee is in the process of selecting a new chief operating officer (COO). In these days of 'stiff' competition, the healthcare system has focused on the importance of electing a leader who can improve efficiency and productivity across the organization. The final two candidates have been interviewed. They articulated very different approaches to managing the organization's employees. Dr.
A) Referent power
B) Legitimate power
C) Coercive power
D) Expert power

Accepted Answer

Expert power is the ability to influence others based on one's knowledge, skills, or expertise. In a healthcare setting, a leader with expert power can improve efficiency and productivity by leveraging their specialized knowledge to make informed decisions and guide the organization effectively.

Question 16

You are a member of a search committee at University X Healthcare System. The committee is in the process of selecting a new chief operating officer (COO). In these days of 'stiff' competition, the healthcare system has focused on the importance of electing a leader who can improve efficiency and productivity across the organization. The final two candidates have been interviewed. They articulated very different approaches to managing the organization's employees. Dr.
A) Assigning roles to team members.
B) Assigning specific tasks to members.
C) Creating an atmosphere where inclusive participation is the norm.
D) All of the answers

Accepted Answer

Creating an atmosphere where inclusive participation is the norm is likely to improve efficiency and productivity by fostering collaboration and innovation.

Question 17

You are a member of a search committee at University X Healthcare System. The committee is in the process of selecting a new chief operating officer (COO). In these days of 'stiff' competition, the healthcare system has focused on the importance of electing a leader who can improve efficiency and productivity across the organization. The final two candidates have been interviewed. They articulated very different approaches to managing the organization's employees. Dr.
A) Distributing and sharing power.
B) Seeking power to accomplish tasks.
C) Directing power to benefit others.
D) All of the answers.

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

You have set a professional development goal of improving your leadership skills. To achieve this goal you have developed an action plan. You have reviewed your goals and action plan with a mentor.
You are committed to this plan because you understand that leadership is a developmental process that can be viewed as a lifelong journey that incorporates the cognitive (what you learn) and metacognitive (how you learn) aspects of learning.

Accepted Answer

Leadership development is indeed a lifelong journey that involves both cognitive and metacognitive learning processes. By setting goals, creating an action plan, and consulting with a mentor, you are actively engaging in this developmental process.

Question 19

You have set a professional development goal of improving your leadership skills. To achieve this goal you have developed an action plan. You have reviewed your goals and action plan with a mentor.
You have chosen to set goals, formulate an action plan and seek out a mentor because research reports that effective learning for leaders is:
A) Instructor directed with clear definitions of success and failure.
B) Instructor directed, knowledge based with defined outcomes.
C) Self-directed, experiential, and transformational.
D) None of the answers.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that effective learning for leaders is often self-directed, experiential, and transformational, allowing individuals to tailor their learning experiences to their personal and professional contexts.

Question 20

You have set a professional development goal of improving your leadership skills. To achieve this goal you have developed an action plan. You have reviewed your goals and action plan with a mentor.
In order to yield insight into how you learn best you completed the Kolb Learning Style Inventory. The Kolb Learning Style Inventory identified you as a 'diverger'. This means that you:
A) Prefer risk taking and solving problems in a collaborative, trial-and-error fashion.
B) Like to engage in the practical application of theories to solve specific problems.
C) Like to see situations from many perspectives.
D) Excel in developing theoretical concepts.

Accepted Answer

Divergers are characterized by their ability to view situations from multiple perspectives and are often imaginative and good at brainstorming.

Quiz 10: Exploring Group Dynamics and Norms in Interdisciplinary Healthcare Teams