1. A nurse leader is implementing a new policy in the unit. Which leadership style is most effective for ensuring team compliance and morale? A. Autocratic B. Laissez-faire C. Democratic D. Transformational Answer: C. Democratic Rationale: A democratic leadership style involves the team in decisionmaking, which can increase compliance and morale as team members feel their input is valued. 2. In the context of organizational leadership, what does the term 'transactional leadership' refer to? A. A leadership style focused on group organization, establishing a clear chain of command. B. A leadership style where the leader promotes compliance of his/her followers through both rewards and punishments. C. A leadership style that encourages employees to perform well by giving them long-term incentives. D. A leadership style that seeks to satisfy basic needs of the workforce with the promise of financial rewards. Answer: B. Transactional Rationale: Transactional leadership is based on a system of rewards and punishments to manage followers. 3. When a nurse leader is trying to resolve a conflict between two team members, which conflict resolution strategy is most appropriate? A. Avoiding B. Competing C. Collaborating D. Accommodating Answer: C. Collaborating Rationale: Collaborating involves working together to find a mutually beneficial solution to the conflict. 4. Which theory of leadership focuses on the fixed personal characteristics