Author Question: Groupthink occurs when a need or desire for consensus and harmony override individual rational ... (Read 61 times)

newyorker26 · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

Groupthink occurs when a need or desire for consensus and harmony override individual rational choice in a group or team environment. A number of symptoms of groupthink have been identified and are listed below. Which is not necessarily correct?

a. illusion of invulnerability
b. collective irrationalism
c. self censorship
d. illusion of unanimity

Question 2

The NCLEX-RN exam covers knowledge and patient care needs in a number of areas. Which of the following is not one of these areas?

a. safe, effective care environment
b. physiologic integrity
c. psychological integrity
d. health promotion and maintenance

chevyboi1976 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Groupthink can be destructive to the functioning of a group or team. Groupthink occurs when the need for maintaining a pleasant atmosphere supercedes the need to reach a good decision (Shortell & Kaluzny, 2006). Janis (1972) identified some characteristics or symptoms which may indicate the potential for groupthink behaviors and attitudes. These symptoms include: 1) the illusion of invulnerability; 2) collective rationalism (not collective irrationalism); 3) self censorship; 4) illusion of unanimity; 5) the use of mindguards; 6) pressures to conform; 7) belief in the inherent morality of the idea; and

stereotyping of others.

Answer to Question 2

C
The NCLEX-RN exam test plan covers knowledge in four primary areas: safe, effective care
environment, physiologic integrity, psychosocial integrity (not only psychological), and health
promotion and maintenance.