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Question 1:

Which of the following apply to managers but not leaders? (Select all that apply.)

A. Have a vertical relationship to those they manage. B. Are about the person rather than simply about the work. C. Require subordinates. D. Do not have subordinates. E. Have an organizational position with a title and function.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Managers have a vertical relationship to those they oversee, reflecting a formal hierarchy; leaders may influence without formal authority.

Choice B:

Being about the person rather than simply about the work applies more to leaders, who inspire and motivate individuals beyond tasks.

Choice C:

Managers require subordinates to fulfill organizational roles; leadership can exist without formal subordinates.

Choice D:

Not having subordinates describes leaders who can influence peers or teams without formal managerial authority.

Choice E:

Managers have an organizational position with a title and function, which distinguishes them from informal leaders.

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Question 2:

Which of the following skills should you acquire as you "learn to look" in a crucial conversation? (Select all that apply.)

A. Look for your own style under stress. B. Watch for three clever stories. C. Refuse the sucker's choice. D. Look for when the conversation becomes crucial. E. Look for safety problems.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Looking for your own style under stress helps you recognize how you react in high-stakes conversations, allowing for better self-management.

Choice B:

Watching for three clever stories is part of analyzing dialogue content, not specifically part of the "learn to look" skill.

Choice C:

Refusing the sucker's choice is a strategy for making decisions during the conversation, not for observing the dynamics.

Choice D:

Looking for when the conversation becomes crucial is essential to identify moments that require careful attention and deliberate communication.

Choice E:

Looking for safety problems ensures that you notice signs of defensiveness or threats, which can derail open dialogue.

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Question 3:

Which of the following describes the concept of "work on me first, us second" in crucial conversations?

A. Retrace your path to action. B. Remember that the only person you can directly control is yourself. C. Tell the rest of the story. D. Mirror.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Retrace your path to action involves examining how you arrived at a conclusion or action, not self-management in conversations.

Choice B:

Remember that the only person you can directly control is yourself reflects the concept of "work on me first, us second," emphasizing self-awareness, managing your emotions, and modeling constructive behavior before influencing others.

Choice C:

Tell the rest of the story is about sharing facts and interpretations in dialogue, not about personal responsibility first.

Choice D:

Mirror is a technique to observe and reflect others’ behavior, not the principle of self-control prior to addressing shared issues.

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Question 4:

Which statement best depicts leadership?

A. "Strong, positive leaders can coerce people into following them." B. "A leadership position has a narrower scope than a management position." C. "In most cases, people will follow a person in a leadership position only by choice." D. "Leadership requires meeting organizational goals."

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Coercion does not define true leadership; effective leadership inspires voluntary followership rather than forcing compliance.

Choice B:

Scope of position is more relevant to management roles; leadership can influence broadly regardless of formal title.

Choice C:

People follow a leader by choice captures the essence of leadership, which is based on influence, trust, and vision, rather than formal authority.

Choice D:

Meeting organizational goals is a characteristic of management, whereas leadership focuses on guiding, motivating, and inspiring people.

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Question 5:

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. Implementing a solution as quickly as possible. B. Eliciting input from other nurses. C. Encouraging each nurse to reflect on their actions. D. Identifying the root cause of the conflict.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Implementing a solution quickly may address symptoms but not the underlying issue; traditional problem-solving emphasizes understanding before action.

Choice B:

Eliciting input from others can be helpful but is secondary to understanding the problem.

Choice C:

Encouraging reflection is part of personal growth and conflict resolution, but it occurs after identifying the issue.

Choice D:

Identifying the root cause of the conflict is the priority in the traditional problem-solving model, as accurate problem identification ensures that interventions effectively resolve the conflict rather than just addressing surface-level symptoms.

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Question 6:

A nurse manager has made a decision and is now preparing to evaluate the decision. What question should best guide the nurse's evaluation process?

A. "Did the outcomes align with the original objectives?" B. "Can evaluation be eliminated if the problem is resolved?" C. "Is every party happy with the outcomes of the decision?" D. "Is evaluation necessary when using a good decision-making model?"

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

"Did the outcomes align with the original objectives?" is the key question for evaluating a decision, as it measures whether the intended goals were achieved.

Choice B:

Eliminating evaluation is inappropriate; evaluation is an essential step regardless of problem resolution.

Choice C:

Happiness of all parties is subjective and may not reflect whether the decision effectively met its objectives.

Choice D:

Assuming evaluation is unnecessary is incorrect; even a well-structured decision-making model requires evaluation to confirm effectiveness and identify improvements.

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Question 7:

Which of the following defines nursing's scope of practice in each state?

A. Nurse Practice Act. B. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing. C. The American Nurses Association. D. The Department of Health and Human Services.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Nurse Practice Act (NPA) is a state-specific law that defines the scope of nursing practice, standards for licensure, and legal boundaries for nurses in that state.

Choice B:

The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) provides guidance on nursing education but does not define legal practice scope.

Choice C:

The American Nurses Association (ANA) develops professional standards and guidelines but does not have legal authority over state practice.

Choice D:

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) oversees public health programs but does not define nursing scope of practice for individual states.

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Question 8:

Which of the following questions reflect basic leadership attributes or characteristics?(Select all that apply.)

A. "Do I respect people?" B. "Am I a good team player?" C. "Do I live with or need consistency and certainty?" D. "Are my communication skills well-developed?"

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Respect for people is a fundamental leadership attribute because leaders must value diverse perspectives, build trust, and create an environment where team members feel heard and valued. This respect underpins ethical decision-making and positive workplace culture.

Choice B:

Being a good team player reflects collaboration, which is essential for effective leadership. Leaders who can work well within a team model cooperation, facilitate group problem-solving, and encourage shared accountability, enhancing team performance and cohesion.

Choice C:

Needing consistency and certainty is more related to personal comfort with structure or risk, rather than a core leadership characteristic. While it may influence decision-making, it is not a defining attribute of leadership.

Choice D:

Well-developed communication skills are critical for leaders to articulate vision, provide clear instructions, manage conflicts, and foster an environment of open dialogue. Effective communication ensures alignment with organizational goals and motivates team members toward shared objectives.

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Question 9:

Nurse licensure is:

A. a demonstration of competence and safety. B. not a requirement for continuing education requirements. C. not necessary to practice as a professional nurse. D. suspended when a nurse has multistate privileges.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Nurse licensure demonstrates competence and safety, indicating that the nurse has met the educational, examination, and legal requirements to practice safely and effectively. Licensure is mandatory to legally practice as a registered or licensed practical nurse.

Choice B:

Licensure is often tied to continuing education requirements, as many states require ongoing education to maintain licensure.

Choice C:

Licensure is necessary to practice as a professional nurse; practicing without it is illegal and considered unprofessional conduct.

Choice D:

Multistate privileges, under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), do not suspend licensure; they allow a nurse to practice in multiple states while maintaining one primary license.

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Question 10:

Which of the following will assist the new graduate nurse with the development of the knowledge and skills necessary for the nursing role?

A. Nursing standards of practice. B. Emancipation. C. Expert witness. D. Civil law.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Nursing standards of practice provide evidence-based guidelines, expectations, and competencies that assist new graduate nurses in developing the knowledge, clinical judgment, and skills required for safe and effective patient care.

Choice B:

Emancipation relates to a minor’s legal independence and is unrelated to nursing role development.

Choice C:

Expert witness refers to a professional providing testimony in legal cases and does not directly guide skill acquisition for new nurses.

Choice D:

Civil law governs legal disputes between individuals or organizations and is not a primary tool for developing nursing knowledge or skills.

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