A 35-year-old patient,newly admitted to the facility,rings the call bell.However,by the time the nurse arrives,he is found unconscious and barely breathing.The charge nurse calls for a "code blue" and directs the staff on what to do without discussion-one staff member calls the physician,and some to go to other rooms to comfort patients.This is an example of the leadership style of:

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During an emergency such as a "code blue," the person in charge correctly assumes an autocratic leadership role because no time is available for a discussion of choices in activities.

A 35-Year-Old Patient,newly Admitted to the Facility,rings the Call Bell