PART A:

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 workload and stress. Which of the following is the most appropriate leadership

style for her to adopt in this situation?

a) Autocratic

b) Democratic

c) Laissez-faire

d) Transformational

Answer: D. 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 innovation and creativity, and provides support and feedback to the followers.

This style can help reduce burnout and compassion fatigue by enhancing the nurses'

sense of meaning, purpose, and empowerment.

2. A nurse leader is implementing a quality improvement project in a long-term care

facility. He wants to involve the staff nurses in the planning and decision-making process.

Which of the following is the most effective way for him to do so?

a) Form a committee of staff nurses to represent their views and opinions

b) Conduct a survey of staff nurses to collect their feedback and suggestions

c) Hold regular meetings with staff nurses to discuss the project and solicit their input

d) Delegate tasks and responsibilities to staff nurses according to their expertise and

interests

Answer: C. Holding regular meetings with staff nurses is the most effective way to involve

them in the quality improvement project. This method allows for direct communication,

collaboration, and participation among the nurse leader and the staff nurses. It also

enables the nurse leader to address any concerns or issues that may arise, provide

guidance and support, and acknowledge the contributions of the staff nurses.

3. A nurse educator is teaching a group of nursing students about evidence-based

practice (EBP). She explains that EBP is the integration of the best available evidence,

clinical expertise, and patient preferences and values in making clinical decisions. She