A nurse has just been promoted to team leader for a nursing unit and wishes to experience a smooth transition into this job. What is a common mistake made by new team leaders?

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1. New team leaders tend to adopt a directive and more dictatorial approach, out of fear of negative results if input and shared authority were extended to others.
2. This "hands-off" approach can be positive, but requires more experience in the leadership role.
3. The approach requires more experience in the leadership role.
4. With greater experience, trust, and confidence, team leaders tend to be able to share team planning and decision-making.

A Nurse Has Just Been Promoted to Team Leader for a Nursing