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eruditmonkey@yahoo.com · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The nurse manager in the Emergency Department needs to implement new staffing patterns. As a transformational leader, the nurse manager should:

a. Explain in detail how well the new idea will work.
b. Reinforce how this change will respond to the ideas and solutions generated by staff members.
c. Reason with staff members that the new idea will save money and allow more free time.
d. Imply that raises will be smaller than anticipated if the new idea is not accepted.

Question 2

Recruiting among the emerging workforce (18- to 35-year-olds) is a challenge for healthcare agencies. Marketing brochures should address the leadership and vision of the healthcare agency.

Which of the following workplace environments will attract applicants in the emerging workforce?

a. A highly professional environment
b. A nurturing and receptive environment
c. An environment highlighted by lots of meetings, so staff members can have lots of input
d. A totally online environment, so staff members will not have to interface with uncaring colleagues

Joy Chen · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Transformational leadership inspires and motivates others through influence and persuasion rather than through rewards (e.g., free time) and punishment (e.g., smaller raises). This type of leader listens to the views of others (such as those of the staff members), empowers others to lead (such as in generating solutions for staffing problems), finds ways to remove barriers, and serves as an advocate for those who care for patients.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
A study of student nurses who represent this age group indicates that they want a leader who is receptive, approachable, a team player, and motivating.