A staff nurse states, "I really enjoyed having dinner with the Chief of Medical Staff and the President of the hospital. We hope to meet again soon." Which source of power does this nurse possess?

a. Expert
b. Legitimate
c. Connection
d. Reward


ANS: C
Correct: Connection power results from knowing or associating with power people such as the upper administration.
Incorrect:
a. Expert power comes from expertise in skills and knowledge.
b. Legitimate power comes from an official position within an agency; the nurse is a staff nurse.
d. Reward power comes from the ability to compensate others with money, time off, or acknowledgement of a job well done.

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