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LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT EXIT EXAM UPDATEDCOMPLETE PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024
Question 1
A nurse manager notices that there has been an increase in medication errors
on the unit. Which of the following actions should the nurse manager take
first?
A. Report the errors to the hospital's risk management team.
B. Conduct a root cause analysis to identify underlying factors contributing to the
errors.
C. Implement a mandatory training session for all nursing staff.
D. Develop a new policy for double-checking medications before administration.
Answer: B. Conduct a root cause analysis to identify underlying factors
contributing to the errors.
Question 2
A charge nurse is planning care for a group of clients. Which of the following
clients should the nurse assess first?
A. A client who has a scheduled discharge later today and needs a final
assessment.
B. A client who is receiving IV antibiotics and reports a new rash.
C. A client who needs assistance with feeding and bathing.
D. A client who is postoperative and has a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg.
Answer: D. A client who is postoperative and has a blood pressure of 90/60
mm Hg.
Question 3
A nurse leader is implementing a new electronic health record (EHR) system
in the hospital. Which strategy is most effective in ensuring successful
adoption of the new system by the staff?
A. Mandate the use of the new system without exception.
B. Provide comprehensive training and ongoing support for the staff.
,C. Replace all old systems with the new EHR immediately.
D. Assign a few staff members to learn the system and teach others.
Answer: B. Provide comprehensive training and ongoing support for the staff.
Question 4
A nurse manager is dealing with a conflict between two staff members. What
is the first step the nurse manager should take to resolve the conflict?
A. Mediate a meeting between the two staff members.
B. Document the conflict and any actions taken.
C. Separate the staff members to different shifts.
D. Listen to each staff member’s perspective on the conflict.
Answer: D. Listen to each staff member’s perspective on the conflict.
Question 5
During a performance review, a nurse manager identifies that a staff nurse
frequently fails to complete documentation on time. Which of the following
actions should the nurse manager take first?
A. Issue a formal warning to the nurse.
B. Develop a performance improvement plan with the nurse.
C. Assign the nurse to a mentor for additional support.
D. Investigate the reasons behind the incomplete documentation.
Answer: D. Investigate the reasons behind the incomplete documentation.
Question 6
A nurse leader is promoting a culture of safety within the unit. Which of the
following actions best demonstrates this commitment?
A. Encouraging staff to report errors without fear of punishment.
B. Enforcing strict disciplinary actions for any errors made.
C. Regularly reminding staff to adhere to safety protocols.
D. Conducting surprise safety audits on the unit.
Answer: A. Encouraging staff to report errors without fear of punishment.
,Question 7
Which of the following tasks should a nurse manager delegate to a licensed
practical nurse (LPN)?
A. Initial assessment of a newly admitted patient.
B. Administration of IV push medications.
C. Development of a care plan.
D. Reinforcement of patient teaching.
Answer: D. Reinforcement of patient teaching.
Question 8
A nurse manager is planning to implement a new staffing model to improve
patient care. Which of the following steps should the nurse manager take
first?
A. Introduce the new model to the staff during a meeting.
B. Evaluate the current staffing patterns and outcomes.
C. Train the staff on the new staffing model.
D. Monitor the implementation process closely.
Answer: B. Evaluate the current staffing patterns and outcomes.
Question 9
A nurse leader is conducting an audit of patient care documentation. Which of
the following indicators best demonstrates quality improvement in
documentation practices?
A. Increased quantity of documentation per shift.
B. Consistency and accuracy in documenting patient care.
C. Speed of documentation completion.
D. Use of electronic templates for efficiency.
Answer: B. Consistency and accuracy in documenting patient care.
Question 10
Which of the following leadership styles is most effective in a crisis situation?
, A. Democratic
B. Laissez-faire
C. Transformational
D. Autocratic
Answer: D. Autocratic
Question 11
A nurse manager wants to improve job satisfaction among the nursing staff.
Which of the following interventions is most likely to have a positive impact?
A. Increasing the number of mandatory overtime shifts.
B. Providing opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
C. Reducing the frequency of performance evaluations.
D. Implementing stricter policies for tardiness and absenteeism.
Answer: B. Providing opportunities for professional development and
continuing education.
Question 12
A nurse leader is using a transformational leadership style. Which of the
following actions is consistent with this style of leadership?
A. Making all decisions without staff input.
B. Encouraging staff to develop innovative solutions to problems.
C. Relying on established protocols and procedures.
D. Maintaining a distant and formal relationship with staff.
Answer: B. Encouraging staff to develop innovative solutions to problems.
Question 13
During a staff meeting, a nurse manager notices that one nurse is dominating
the conversation while others are not participating. Which of the following
actions should the nurse manager take to ensure all staff members have an
opportunity to contribute?
A. Allow the dominant nurse to continue speaking until finished.
B. Ask the dominant nurse to let others speak.
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