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ATI NURS 252 Leadership Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In the cardiac intensive care unit, a group of nurses is disgruntled by a recent policy change enacted by the new unit manager. The new manager insists that this decision is 'right,' and for critics to adopt the policy immediately. Though many nurses agree with the change, many others feel the decision was made without their consent, fostering mistrust of the manager and each other. Which of the following statements demonstrates the most probable result of this situation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mistrust and lack of consent can divert attention from patient care, leading to decreased collaboration and potential care quality issues. Cohesiveness, shared values, or enhanced outcomes are unlikely without addressing staff concerns.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse manager is utilizing the strategic planning process to facilitate a planned change. After completing an environmental scan and SWOT analysis, which of the following actions best characterizes the next phase in the strategic planning process?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Developing a plan to address the SWOT analysis uses the environmental scan’s findings to inform strategies. Vision/mission statements precede SWOT, strategic options follow planning, and evaluation occurs post-implementation.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following actions made by the nurse manager best exemplifies Lewin's Refreezing Stage?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Creating an incentive program to reward staff for adhering to new policies is part of the refreezing stage, as it helps solidify and reinforce new behaviors within the team. Gathering data, evaluating forces, and hosting seminars are part of the unfreezing stage, focused on preparing for change.
Question 4 of 5
The maintenance department wishes to have the nursing lounge renovated, so the lounge will be more 'user-friendly.' The department asks the nursing staff to make a wish list of everything that they would like to see in the new lounge. This process is an example of which part of the decision-making process?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Creating a wish list is a form of assessment or data collection, gathering input to understand staff needs and preferences. This precedes generating hypotheses, planning, or interpreting data in the decision-making process.
Question 5 of 5
Read the scenario below and highlight the statement (by clicking the sentence) that does NOT demonstrate shared governance. Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Closed-door meetings, confidential information, and unexpected decisions without staff involvement contradict shared governance, which emphasizes transparency and collaboration.
Town hall meetings align with shared governance by encouraging input.