A staff nurse has been identified by others as being an effective ...

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A staff nurse has been identified by others as being an effective leader. With this designation, the nurse implements which principles?
 
  1. Vision
  2. Influence
  3. Serve as a role model
  4. Planning
  5. Organizing

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing feedback from other staff members on leadership behaviors. Which characteristics are consistent with being an effective leader?
 
  1. Energetic
  2. Creative
  3. Optimistic
  4. Open
  5. Risk taking

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
Rationale 1: Principles of effective leadership include vision, which is a mental image of a possible and desirable future state.
Rationale 2: Principles of effective leadership include influence, which is an informal strategy used to gain the cooperation of others without exercising formal authority.
Rationale 3: Principles of effective leadership include role modeling, an example of which is demonstrating caring toward coworkers and clients.
Rationale 4: Planning is a function of management.
Rationale 5: Organizing is a function of management.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4
Rationale 1: Being energetic is a characteristic of an effective leader.
Rationale 2: Creativity is a characteristic of an effective leader.
Rationale 3: Optimism is a characteristic of an effective leader.
Rationale 4: Being open is a characteristic of an effective leader.
Rationale 5: Risk taking is a characteristic of a transformational leader.

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