As a nurse manager,you are a leader and a follower in health care and on the unit you manage.Looking at the larger picture of health care and patient environment on the unit,what is the primary role of the followers on the unit,as defined in nursing?
A) Direct care provider
B) Implements leader's policy unquestioned
C) Passive role on unit
D) Devalued staff member

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Often,the staff nurses are the followers and the role in nursing is the one of direct care provider.The nurses are independent thinkers who implement policy with understanding and question if needed,they are not possible and one of the most valued members of the health care team.

As a Nurse Manager,you Are a Leader and a Follower