A nurse has noted that the rate of wound infections has ...

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A nurse has noted that the rate of wound infections has increased.
 
  In order to decrease this rate and
  improve patient outcomes the nurses has called together a team to review patient records, analyze
  work efforts, and draft proposals intended to change the pattern of care that has resulted in the
  increased infection rate. What leadership principle is the nurse demonstrating?
  A) Ownership B) Equity C) Partnership D) Accountability

Question 2

Which basic principle of leadership is being demonstrated when the nurse is caring for a demanding 85-year-old female who is currently hospitalized for a post-operative wound infection? The patient appears depressed, refuses to ambulate as ordered, and will not eat. The nurse requests the chaplain visit, that dietary seek to learn the patient's food preferences, and a PT consult be obtained from the attending physician.
 
  A) Partnership B) Accountability C) Ownership D) Equity

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

A