Which situation involves controlling forces according to the process model of leadership? The nurse manager of the:
1. Third floor considers staff interaction with each other and the manager before making a decision.
2. Fourth floor considers which participants were involved in or those who will be impacted by the decision.
3. Fifth floor considers the policies and procedures in place while making a decision.
4. Sixth floor considers alternative solutions to the problem while making a decision.
Answer: 3
Rationale: Policies and procedures in place prior to the decision-making process constitute the controlling forces considered in the process model of leadership. Staff interaction with each other and the manager are the interpersonal processes that must be considered. Those involved in the event and those impacted by the decision constitute the participant considerations within the process model of leadership. Finally, the alternative solutions are the action plan considerations made by the nurse manager using the process model of leadership.
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