Patient surveys convey that they are uncertain about who is the registered nurse (RN). The CEO makes a decision that mandates that white nursing caps will be worn by all RNs and blue nursing caps by all licensed practical nurses to differentiate professional nurses and occupational nurses from nurse's aides and other ancillary staff. Which type of power does this represent?

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The CEO's decision to mandate specific uniforms for RNs and LPNs is an example of centralized power, where decisions are made by a single authority or a small group at the top of the organization.

Patient Surveys Convey That They Are Uncertain About Who Is