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lracut11 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which option characterizes the laissez-faire style of leadership?

1. The manager has a close relationship with the nurses on the unit and is an inspiration for them to provide quality care.
2. The unit manager makes all of the decisions on the unit and rarely asks for input from the group.
3. The nurse-manager serves as a facilitator to help the unit nurses provide the best quality care that meets established expected outcomes.
4. The group leader is passive, allowing the group to work on goals independently.

Question 2

Which option is a major element of informed consent?

1. The physician, the nurse, and the client must agree on the treatment or procedure.
2. The consent must be given by family members as well as the client.
3. The client only needs to know the purpose of the treatment or procedure.
4. The consent must be given voluntarily.

cici · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4

A passive leader exhibits the laissez-faire leadership style. The leader who has an emotional relationship with the group members and inspires others exhibits the charismatic leadership style. The leader who makes decisions for the group exhibits the authoritarian leadership style. The leader who serves as the facilitator in guiding the group toward achieving the group goals exhibits the democratic leadership style.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4

There are three major elements of informed consent: 1. the consent must be given voluntarily; 2. the consent must be given by an individual with the capacity and competence to understand; and 3. the client must be given enough information to be the ultimate decision maker. There is no requirement that the physician, nurse, and client agree on treatment, just that the client consents to the treatment. The consent can be given by the client alone, and family does not need to be consulted or to give consent. The client must know the purpose of the treatment or procedure, its potential benefits, its potential risks, and any alternative treatments that exist.