A source of power that is derived from the knowledge and skills ...

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A source of power that is derived from the knowledge and skills that nurses possess is referred to as:
 
  a. legitimate power c. referent power
  b. expert power d. reward/coercion power

Question 2

One way to wield influence as an expert nurse is to:
 
  a. demonstrate nursing skills c. achieve position status
  b. proclaim oneself an expert d. network with expert nurses

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Answer to Question 1

B
The knowledge and skills nurses possess is referred to as expert power. Other types of power include: legitimate, referent, reward, coercive, connection, and information power.

Answer to Question 2

A
There are two ways to wield the influence of an expert. One way is the consistent demonstration of nursing skills based on one's knowledge, competence, and abilities in practice settings. The second way is to be introduced and promoted to a group as an expert, thus validating one's expertise. The position a nurse holds in a group is called legitimate power. The extent to which nurses network and are connected with others having power is called connection power.