An explosion just occurred at the local factory, and hundreds of employees have sustained varying degrees of injury. Which type of nursing leadership is most effective in this situation?
a. Autocratic
b. Democratic
c. Laissez-faire
d. Referent
ANS: A
Correct: The dynamics of the situation demand that the leader take control and direct employees to specific actions in response to the emergency.
Incorrect:
b. A democratic leadership style would not be effective in an emergency situation.
c. A laissez-faire leadership style that not be effective in an emergency situation.
d. Referent refers to a type of power that comes from followers' identification with the leader and is not a leadership style.
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