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NURSING
LEADERSHIP ROLES AND
MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS IN
NURSING
LEADERSHIP ROLES AND MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS IN
NURSING THEORY AND APPLICATION 10TH EDITION CHAPTER
1
, LEADERSHIP ROLES AND MANAGEMENT
FUNCTIONS IN NURSING THEORY AND
APPLICATION 10TH EDITION CHAPTER 1
The nurse is applying a decision making process to a clinical challenge. When applying this process the
nurse must?
A. Choose between different courses of action
B. Analyze the root cause of a situation
C. Prioritize the maximum good for the maximum number of people
D. Begin by solving the underlying problem - ANS-A. Choose between different courses of action
Feedback: Decision making is a complex, cognitive process often defined as choosing a
particular course of action. Problem solving is part of decision making and is a systematic
process that focuses on analyzing a difficult situation. It is not always realistic for the nurse
to solve each of the problems contributing to a larger challenge, especially at the beginning
of the decision-making process. The nurse often lacks the time, information, or resources to
analyze the root causes of a situation. Many times, the nurse makes a decision that benefits
the largest number of people, but this is not always feasible or desirable
The nurse is applying the traditional problem-solving model when mediating in a conflict between two
colleagues. When applying this model, the nurse should prioritize what task?
A. Encouraging each nurse to reflect on his or her actions
B. Implementing a solution as quickly as possible
C. Eliciting input from other nurses
D. Identify the root cause of conflict - ANS-D. Identify the root cause of conflict
Feedback: The traditional problem-solving model attempts to identify the root problem in
situations, a task that can require much time and energy. Efficiency is desirable, but trying
to implement a solution as quickly as possible can result in a hasty and incorrect solution.
Reflective thinking is always beneficial, but this is not a specific component of the
traditional problem-solving model. Outside input may or may not be necessary; this varies
with each individual problem.
Which statement is true regarding decision-making?
A. Past experience has little to do with quality of the decision
B. Personal belief can be adjusted for when the scientific approach to problem-solving is used
C. Decisions are greatly influenced by each person's value system.
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