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codyclark · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

In contingency theory, the feelings and attitudes of followers regarding acceptance, trust, and credibility of the leader are called:

a. task structure. c. low task structure.
b. position power. d. leader-member relations.

Question 2

Which of the following are correct regarding the different levels of authority to be used by an RN when delegating a task to another nurse?

a. Level 5: Delegate to make the best use of time.
b. Level 4: Delegate to collect data to find out the facts or assess the situation and report back.
c. Level 4: Delegate to carry out the task as believed is appropriate.
d. Level 3: Delegate to assess the situation and make a recommendation.
e. Level 2: Delegate to collect data and make a recommendation to the RN.
f. Level 1: Delegate to carry out the task as believed is appropriate.

ririgirl15 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
In contingency theory, leader-member relations are the feelings and attitudes of followers regarding
acceptance, trust, and credibility of the leader. Task structure of contingency theory means the degree
that work is defined, with specific procedures, explicit directions, and goals. Low task structure
involves work that is not routine, predictable, or clearly defined. Position power in contingency theory
is the degree of formal authority and influence associated with the leader.

Answer to Question 2

C, D, E
There are four levels of authority that are used by RNs when delegating tasks to other nurses. These four levels are: 1) Level 1: delegate to collect data to find out the facts or assess the situation and report back; 2) Level 2: delegate to collect data and make a recommendation to the RN; 3) Level 3: delegate to assess the situation and make a recommendation; and 4) Level 4: delegate to carry out the task as believed is appropriate (Cox, 1997).