1. A nurse manager is leading a team of nurses in a busy

emergency department. She notices that some of the nurses

are experiencing burnout and compassion fatigue due to the

high-stress environment and the increased workload. What

is the most appropriate leadership style for the nurse

manager to adopt in this situation?

a) Autocratic

b) Democratic

c) Laissez-faire

d) Transformational*

Rationale: Transformational leadership is a style that

inspires and motivates followers to achieve a shared vision

and goals. It also fosters a positive work environment,

encourages creativity and innovation, and provides support

and feedback to the followers. This style is suitable for the

nurse manager to address the burnout and compassion

fatigue issues among her team members.

2. A nurse educator is designing a curriculum for a

graduate-level course on advanced nursing practice. She

wants to incorporate the concept of interprofessional

collaboration as one of the learning outcomes. What is the

best way to assess the students' competency in

interprofessional collaboration?

a) A written exam

b) A reflective journal

c) A simulation exercise*

d) A peer evaluation

Rationale: A simulation exercise is an effective method to