A volunteer assigned to the pediatric unit reports to the charge nurse for an assignment. Which of the following assignments is unsafe for the volunteer?

A. This aligns with the "D" in IDEAL, which is to develop a discharge plan. The client's goals should be a central part of this plan.
B. While the discharge process is important, it's more about the steps involved in the discharge rather than a key area to discuss with the client.
C. While family input is valuable, the focus should be on the client's needs and goals.
D. Test results are important information for the client, but they are not one of the five key areas of the IDEAL toolkit.

A. Transactional leaders use a system of rewards and punishments to manage and motivate their team. They focus on maintaining normal operations and achieving set goals through a clear structure where performance is rewarded. For example, a transactional leader might use bonuses or other incentives to encourage staff to meet specific performance targets.
B. Laissez-faire leaders adopt a hands-off approach, allowing team members considerable freedom to make decisions and manage their work. This style does not typically involve the use of rewards to achieve goals but rather depends on the autonomy and self-regulation of team members.
C. Transformational leaders inspire and motivate their team by creating a vision for the future and encouraging personal and professional growth. They focus on changing and improving the organization through innovation and inspiration. Transformational leaders aim to foster a sense of purpose and commitment rather than relying primarily on rewards.
D. Bureaucratic leaders follow established procedures and rules strictly. They emphasize adherence to policies and protocols and ensure that the work environment is orderly and predictable. Bureaucratic leadership may be effective in highly regulated environments but does not primarily involve motivational rewards.