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Question 1 of 5

Managers who exhibit an authoritative behavioral style are most likely to use which source of power?

A. Informal B. Expert C. Coercive D. Reward

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Coercive. Managers with an authoritative behavioral style tend to use coercive power, which involves the ability to influence others through threats or punishment. This style relies on fear and control to achieve compliance. Informal power (A) is based on relationships and influence, expert power (B) is derived from knowledge and expertise, and reward power (D) is based on the ability to provide incentives. However, coercive power aligns most closely with an authoritative style as it emphasizes control and dominance over subordinates.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is approached to sign a union authorization card. If signed, the card:

A. authorizes the union to serve as his or her legal representative. B. indicates that the person is requesting additional information about collective bargaining. C. indicates the nurse desires to share information about grievances. D. gives permission for union dues to be deducted from pay.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Rationale for Answer A: Signing a union authorization card authorizes the union to serve as the nurse's legal representative in labor negotiations and other matters. By signing, the nurse is indicating consent for the union to act on their behalf. This is a crucial step in the unionization process. Summary of Other Choices: B: Requesting additional information about collective bargaining does not require signing a union authorization card. C: Sharing information about grievances does not necessarily require signing a union authorization card. D: Deducting union dues from pay is a separate process that typically requires a separate authorization form, not the union authorization card.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is demonstrating active listening when:

A. while assessing the patient's vital signs, the nurse records the data and states, "You are improving, your vital signs are normal." B. eye contact is maintained while focusing on the patient as the patient describes the current pain level and location. C. he or she states, "I know how you feel, I recently lost my father and I am still hurting." D. cultural values are in opposition to the patient but shares that "I agree with your decision to use herbs rather than the prescribed medications."

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B because maintaining eye contact while focusing on the patient's description of pain level and location demonstrates active listening. This non-verbal communication shows empathy and attentiveness to the patient's concerns. Choice A focuses on providing information rather than actively listening. Choice C involves personalizing the situation rather than focusing on the patient's needs. Choice D involves agreeing with the patient's decision rather than actively listening to understand their perspective.

Question 4 of 5

The Health Care Reform Act provides insurance for all U.S. citizens and legal residents presenting far-reaching ethical considerations related to diverse individual patient health care beliefs for those delivering nursing care. Nurses must consider their civil rights under the rights of conscience and how new health care agendas such as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) could affect their practice in situations that may conflict with their own belief system. Today's practicing nurse must:

A. remember it is one's professional duty to render patient-centered care"even when it is in direct conflict with the nurse's own beliefs"or be held liable for withholding treatment. B. consider whether the right to act according to one's inner beliefs will continue to be permissible when federal health insurance becomes fully enacted. C. discuss with the patient and family different options in hopes they will accept the nurse's health care beliefs. D. suggest to the hospital administration that they not accept federal funding to prevent controversial health practices.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for why answer A is correct: 1. Professional duty: Nurses have a duty to provide patient-centered care regardless of personal beliefs. 2. Legal liability: Withholding treatment based on personal beliefs can lead to legal consequences. 3. Ethical considerations: Nurses must prioritize patient care over personal beliefs. 4. Rights of conscience: Nurses may have the right to refuse to participate in certain treatments, but they must still ensure patient care. 5. Patient-centered care: Nurses must respect patient autonomy and provide care based on the patient's wishes. Summary of why the other choices are incorrect: B. Irrelevant to the nurse's duty to provide patient-centered care. C. Nurses should not impose their beliefs on patients but should respect and support their choices. D. Suggesting the hospital not accept federal funding does not address the nurse's duty to provide patient-centered care.

Question 5 of 5

A Hispanic patient is visited by several family members and the nurse witnessed one visitor who pinches a piece of skin at the waist. The nurse asks the purpose and learns the "provider" is listening for a snap from the abdominal region, which is then repeated several times. The patient most likely suffers from:

A. mal ojo. B. susto. C. bilis. D. empacho.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: empacho. Empacho is a traditional Hispanic folk illness characterized by a blockage in the digestive system. In this scenario, the behavior of pinching the skin and listening for a snap in the abdominal region aligns with the common practice associated with empacho diagnosis. The family member is likely trying to detect an abnormal sound, indicating a blockage in the intestines. The other choices (A: mal ojo, B: susto, C: bilis) do not fit the description of the observed behavior and symptoms. Mal ojo refers to the evil eye, susto is a fright-related illness, and bilis pertains to an imbalance of bodily fluids, none of which involve the specific diagnostic behavior described in the scenario.