Author Question: Which most accurately describes the situational-behavioral framework for nursing ... (Read 93 times)

CBme · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which most accurately describes the situational-behavioral framework for nursing leadership/management? It is based:

1. Solely on the nurse's experience.
2. On flexibility in management behaviors.
3. On the critical nature of the incident.
4. Solely on the nurse manager's leadership skills.

Question 2

A newly licensed registered nurse recently was hired to work in an acute care facility. Which of the following management tasks is anticipated within the nurse's scope of responsibility? Select all that apply.

1. Delegate tasks to nonprofessional personnel.
2. Plan unit budget with decreasing resources.
3. Evaluate client care.
4. Supervise nonprofessional personnel.
5. Complete performance evaluations on staff.

wtf444 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2
Rationale: The situational-behavioral framework describes a management style that changes depending upon the situation occurring at the time. The nurse leader or manager assesses the needs required in a particular situation, makes a decision, and behaves accordingly. It is a multifaceted approach using the principles of experience, leadership skills, and the critical nature of the incident.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 1; 3; 4; 5
Rationale:
Delegate tasks to nonprofessional personnel: The new RN will be required to delegate tasks to nonprofessional nursing staff.
Plan unit budget with decreasing resources: A new RN would not be required to plan for budgets. With experience, the nurse might begin to offer input into the budget and needs of the unit.
Evaluate client care: RNs are allowed to evaluate client care as an integral part of the nursing process.
Supervise nonprofessional personnel: The new RN will be required to supervise to nonprofessional nursing staff.
Complete performance evaluations: A new RN would not be required to do performance evaluations. The completion of performance evaluations is historically included in the scope of the nurse manager's job.