A nurse manager encourages the nursing staff using a transformational leadership environment. The nurse manager interprets that a successful transformational environment is one in which (se-lect all that apply):
a. A staff nurse provides advice and guidance to new nurses.
b. A clinical ladder is used for advancement.
c. A staff nurse researches an increase in surgical wound infections and makes recommendations to prevent them.
d. Annual performance appraisals are provided with competitive raises.
e. Decisions are made from the top down.
Question 2Statistical data from The American Association of Colleges of Nursing(AACN) and the National League for Nursing(NLN), 2010 reveals which for the following data on nursing as a profession? Select all that apply.
a. Nursing in the United States is the largest health care profession
b. There are more than 8 million Registered Nurses (RNs) nationwide.
c. Nurses deliver most of the nation's long-term care
d. Registered Nurses comprise one of the largest segments of the U.S. workforce as a whole
e. Registered nurses are among the lowest paid large occupations
f. From 1980 to 2004, the percentage of employed RNs working in hospitals increased from56.2 to 66
Question 32008 statistics indicated that the highest credential for the largest percentage of registered nurses was that of which of the following?
a. Associate Degree c. Bachelor Degree
b. Diploma d. Advance Degree
Question 4The patient care delivery system used by an institution should be based on which fundamental elements? Select all that apply.
a. Work allocation
b. Accountability
c. Allocation of resources
d. Mission statement
e. Leadership style
f. Cultural diversity of patients
Question 5A beginning college student is exploring career options. The advisor informs the student that opinion polls have consistently shown that which of the following professionals have been rated the number one most trusted professionals?
a. Firemen c. Physicians
b. Policemen d. Nurses
Question 6To become a leader, one must develop certain personal aspects. Which of the following can be identified as competencies expected in creating leadership in oneself? Select all that apply.
a. Asking for overtime
b. Asking for certain patient assignments
c. Personal and professional accountability
d. Acquiring advanced degrees
e. Personal discipline