Which option characterizes the laissez-faire style of leadership?
1. The manager has a close relationship with the nurses on the unit and is an inspiration for them to provide quality care.
2. The unit manager makes all of the decisions on the unit and rarely asks for input from the group.
3. The nurse-manager serves as a facilitator to help the unit nurses provide the best quality care that meets established expected outcomes.
4. The group leader is passive, allowing the group to work on goals independently.
Correct Answer: 4
A passive leader exhibits the laissez-faire leadership style. The leader who has an emotional relationship with the group members and inspires others exhibits the charismatic leadership style. The leader who makes decisions for the group exhibits the authoritarian leadership style. The leader who serves as the facilitator in guiding the group toward achieving the group goals exhibits the democratic leadership style.
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