Sally is an experienced nurse on the unit and is very experienced with ICP monitoring. She is assigned David, a patient who has been admitted with a severe head injury. In communicating with Sally, you would:
a. Provide a detailed explanation of what she needs to do with ICP monitoring.
b. Tell her when she needs to provide an update about David's status.
c. Ask her to tell you what she knows about ICP monitoring and share expectations about reporting.
d. Advise her that you are available if she needs you.
ANS: D
You and Sally have a well-established relationship and Sally has the expertise to work effectively with David; therefore, you would need to provide little guidance but would need to communicate that you are available if needed. Hersey refers to this leader behavior as "delegating."
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