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SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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While interviewing for a nurse manager position, Ann is asked to give an example of a situation in which she demonstrated leadership. Which of the following examples exemplifies leadership?
 
  a. Through research and investigation of best practice and practice-based evidence, she proposed a change in the management of incontinence in elderly patients.
  b. She ensures that new policies related to parenteral infusions are implemented con-sistently within her team.
  c. When asked by her students about institu-tional policies, she readily and patiently interprets policies to facilitate quality care.
  d. She organizes the team and delegates re-sponsibilities effectively in providing nursing care.

Question 2

Jenny is 22 and slightly overweight, and is attempting to lose weight by following the grapefruit diet. As her nurse, you would tell her that:
 
  a. a balanced diet and activity are more important in losing weight.
  b. fad diets and supplements usually work.
  c. quick dietary results from diets such as hers are good.
  d. the grapefruit diet will give her a jumpstart to a healthful diet.



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Answer to Question 1

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Nurse managers have the responsibility of day-to-day decisions for their units and interpret es-tablished policy, procedures, and mandates. They meet their goals by organizing, staffing, controlling, and solving problems. By contrast, leaders develop a vision and translate that direc-tion into action.

Answer to Question 2

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