The team leader nurse is attending college classes for a degree after work and spends much of the day reading and writing
As a result, the staff is given few directions; they make their own patient assignments, time schedules, and solve problems among themselves. There is much confusion on the unit. This leader is practicing: 1. autocratic leadership.
2. democratic leadership.
3. laissez-faire leadership.
4. participative leadership.
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The laissez-faire leader gives no direction to the activities of the staff, allowing them to do what they want.
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Determine his percent of UBW